Are you ready to hop into your next favorite crochet adventure? We’re thrilled to introduce you to the charming and undeniably adorable leggy frog crochet pattern! This fan-favorite design, brought to you by Anita Louise Crochet, has quickly become a must-make for crafters of all skill levels, offering a delightful blend of simplicity, speed, and irresistible cuteness.

Imagine a little frog with irresistibly long, poseable limbs, ready to hang out wherever you desire! That’s exactly what you get with this unique design. What makes it even better? This particular leggy frog crochet pattern is designed with ease in mind, making it perfect whether you’re just starting your crochet journey or you’re a seasoned pro looking for a quick and rewarding project. Plus, because it works up so quickly, it’s a fantastic item to whip up for your next craft market – customers absolutely adore these whimsical little creatures!

Why You’ll Love This No-Sew Leggy Frog Crochet Pattern

• Effortlessly Easy: Designed with east-to-follow instructions, this leggy frog crochet pattern is perfect for both beginners and experienced crocheters. If you’re new to the hook, consider exploring our comprehensive Crochet Lessons to build your foundation!
• Truly No-Sew: That’s right! Say goodbye to tedious sewing. This pattern significantly reduces finishing time, letting you enjoy your adorable frog sooner.
• Lightning Fast: The pattern works up very quickly, making it an ideal choice for last-minute gifts, market stock, or simply satisfying that immediate crafting urge.
• Bursting with Personality: The finished frog boasts charmingly elongated limbs, giving it a unique and whimsical look that stands out in any collection. Owners love how these leggy frogs can hold onto anything, adding a playful touch to any space!
• Market Ready: Whether it’s for a heartfelt gift, a delightful home decoration, or to sell at your next craft market, the Leggy Frog is sure to bring joy with its delightful design and character. Discover more unique creations in our Crochet Toys category.

Get Started: Materials for Your Leggy Frog

To create your very own charming leggy frog crochet pattern, gather these essential materials:

• Size 6 Chunky Blanket Yarn (choose your favorite froggy color!)
• 12 inch piece of pink yarn for cheeks
• 12 inch piece of black yarn for mouth
• 6mm Crochet hook
• 10mm Safety Eyes
• A large handful of polyfill for stuffing
• Stitch Marker
• Yarn Needle
• Scissors

The No-Sew Leggy Frog Crochet Pattern: Step-by-Step Instructions

Ready to crochet? Follow these precise steps to create your adorable leggy frog crochet pattern. For visual learners, remember there’s a helpful video tutorial available to guide you!

Ch 9. Place a marker in the 9th chain.

Round 1: 2 Hdc in 3rd ch from the hook. sc in next 5 ch. 4 hdc in last ch. Working on the other side of the chain, sc in next 5 ch. hdc in last ch. (18)
(The 2 skipped chains at the beginning of this round will count as a hdc. The marker you placed in the 9th chain marks the top of this ch2/hdc.)

Round 2: sc2tog. Sc in the next 7 sts. sc2tog. Sc in the next 7 sts. (16)

Round 3-4: sc around (16)

Place safety eyes on sides of face between rows 1 and 2. Embroider cheeks about 1 stitch below each eye, 1 stitch across. Stitch mouth on face, between rows 2 and 3, 2 or 3 stitches wide.

Round 5: Sc in the next 8 sts (you may need to add one or more extra sc to get to the side of your frog.)
[ch 14. sc in 4th ch from the hook. (ch 3, sc in the same ch) x 2. Sc in the next 10 chains.]
Working on the body of the frog again, sc in the next 8 sts.
Note that if you had to add a stitch or two, the stitch marker will be in the wrong place. That’s ok for this round!!
Repeat arm. [ch 14. sc in 4th ch from the hook. (ch 3, sc in the same ch) x 2. Sc in the next 10 chains.]

Round 6: Sc around (16)
On this round, you will need to push the arms of the frog to the outside so that you can place all of the sc on the body of the frog.

Round 7: Sc in the next 7 sts. sc inc. sc in the next 7 sts. sc inc. (18)

Round 8-11: Sc around (18)

Row 12: If needed, make a few more sc so that you are on the side of the frog. Make arm/leg.
[ch 14. sc in 4th ch from the hook. (ch 3, sc in the same ch) x 2. Sc in the next 10 chains.]

Stuff frog body with a big handful of polyfill.

Finishing Your Leggy Frog: The Smart No-Sew Closure

This is where the magic of the no-sew design truly shines! Follow these steps to neatly close up your leggy frog crochet pattern without a single stitch of traditional sewing:

• Fold frog so that the open stitches on the bottom are together.
• Take the first 2 stitches that are closest to the leg just made. Sl st through the back loops only.
• Continuing with back loops only, sl st the next 6 stitches together.
• Make another leg. [ch 14. sc in 4th ch from the hook. (ch 3, sc in the same ch) x 2. Sc in the next 10 chains.]
• Sl st the last stitches together to close up your frog.
• Finish off!

Watch the Leggy Frog Crochet Pattern in Action!

Sometimes, seeing is believing! For a complete visual guide, be sure to watch the crochet-along video for this pattern. You can find both right-handed and left-handed versions directly on the Anita Louise Crochet blog or within the original Leggy Frog post.