This free amigurumi pattern will help you to crochet an amazing sea animal. The crab amigurumi pattern is easy to follow, it’s a perfect choice for beginners. Create your adorable crab companion today!
Pattern by: @amiguworld
Picture: @amiguworld
Video Tutorial: @AmiguWorldOfficial
Abbreviations:
R = round
mr = magic ring
sc = single crochet
inc = increase (2 sc in the next stitch)
dec = decrease (join the next 2 stitches into 1)
sl st = slip stitch
st = stitch
ch = chain
FO = Fasten off/finish off
[ ] = number of stitches you should have at the end of the round/row
( ) x 6 = repeat whatever is between the brackets the number of times stated
To crochet an amigurumi Crab you need:
– Yarn (2.5mm): red, white
– 3.0 mm crochet hook
– Size eyes: 8mm
– Fiberfill for stuffing
– Sewing needle and scissors
Amigurumi Crab
Free crochet patterns
Carapace – Body
R 1: 6 sc in mr | [6] |
R 2: inc x 6 | [12] |
R 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 | [18] |
R 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 | [24] |
R 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 | [30] |
R 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 | [36] |
R 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 | [42] |
R 8-14: 42 sc (7 rounds) | [42] |
Insert the eyes between rounds 9-10, and 6 sts apart | |
R 15: 17 sc, 7 sc (white), 18 sc | [42] |
R 16: 16 sc, 9 sc (W), 17 sc | [42] |
R 17-19: 15 sc, 11 sc (W), 16 sc (3 rounds) | [42] |
R 20: (5 sc, dec) x 2, 1 sc, 4 sc, dec, 5 sc (W), dec, (5 sc, dec) x 2 | [36] |
R 21: (4 sc, dec) x 2, 2 sc, 2 sc, dec, 4 sc (W), dec | [30] |
R 22: (3 sc, dec) x 6 | [24] |
R 23: (1 sc, dec) x 8 | [16] |
R 24: dec x 8 | [8] |
Stuff with fiberfill. Cut the yarn, and hide the tail.
Cheliped (make 2)
Part 1:
Start with red yarn
R 1: 6 sc in mr | [6] |
R 2: 6 sc | [6] |
Cut the yarn, and hide the tail.
Part 2:
R 1: 6 sc in mr | [6] |
R 2: 6 sc | [6] |
Don’t cut yarn. Connect to part 1 with a slip stitch and continue crocheting
R 3: 12 sc | [12] |
R 4-5: 12 sc ( 2rounds) | [12] |
R 6: dec x 6 | [6] |
R 7: 6 sc | [6] |
Stuff with fiberfill. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Leg (make 6)
Start with red yarn
R 1: 4 sc in mr | [4] |
R 2-6: 4 sc (5 rounds) | [4] |
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Congratulations on completing your charming Amigurumi Crab! May your crochet adventures continue to bring joy and creativity into your life. Happy crafting!
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