Adorable and Easy Squirrel Amigurumi Free Crochet Pattern

Small, fluffy, and full of charm—this squirrel amigurumi is the perfect pocket-sized project! With simple stitches and a beginner-friendly design, this cute and easy free pattern makes crocheting extra fun and stress-free. Whether you’re new to amigurumi or just need a quick, adorable break, this tiny squirrel will steal your heart (and maybe your yarn!). Let’s stitch up some woodland sweetness together!

Amigurumi Squirrel – Free Crochet pattern by AmiBuzz

Pattern by: @amibuzz

Picture: @amibuzz

Video Tutorial: @Amibuzz

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

FLO = Front loops only

BLO = Back loops only

[ ] = 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 Squirrel, you need:

– Yarn (2.5mm): cream, brown, black

– 2.5 mm crochet hook

– Size of eyes: 6mm

– Fiberfill for stuffing

– Sewing needle and scissors

Amigurumi Squirrel

Free Crochet Patterns

Head

Start with brown yarn

R 1: 6 sc in mr, slst	[6]
R 2: 1 ch, inc x 6, slst	[12]
R 3: 1 ch, (1 sc, inc) x 6, slst	[18]
R 4: 1 ch, (2 sc, inc) x 6, slst	[24]
R 5: 1 ch, (3 sc, inc) x 6, slst	[30]
R 6-7: 1 ch, 30 sc, slst (3 rounds)	[30]
R 8: 1 ch, 8 sc, 5 sc, 4 sc, 5 sc, 8 sc, sl st
R 9: 1 ch, 6 sc, inc, inc x 5, 2 sc, 2 sc, 2 sc, inc x 5, inc, 6 sc, sl st	[42]
R 10-11: 1 ch, 8 sc, 26 sc, 8 sc, sl st (2 rounds)	[42]
R 12: 1 ch, 6 sc, dec, dec x 5, 6 sc, dec x 5, dec, 6 sc, sl st	[30]
R 13: 1 ch, 7 sc, 16 sc, 7 sc, sl st	[30]
R 14: 1 ch, 3 sc, dec, 2 sc, 1 sc, dec, (3 sc, dec) x 2, 3 sc, dec, 3 sc, dec, sl st	[24]
Stuff with fiberfill
R 15: 1 ch, (1 sc, dec) x 2, (1 sc, dec) x 4, 1 sc, dec, 1 sc, dec, sl st	[16]
R 19: 1 ch, dec x 2, dec x 4, dec x 2, sl st	[8]

Stuff with fiberfill. Cut the yarn, and hide the tail.

Amigurumi Squirrel – Free Crochet pattern by AmiBuzz

Ears (make 2)

Start with brown yarn

Make 2 ch, 2 hdc, 2 ch, sl

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Amigurumi Squirrel – Free Crochet pattern by AmiBuzz

Orange

Start with orange yarn

R 1: 6 sc in mr	[6]
R 2: inc x 6	[12]
R 3-4: 12 sc (2 rounds)	[12]
R 5: dec x 6	[6]

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Use a blue yarn to sew the orange stem.

Amigurumi Squirrel – Free Crochet pattern by AmiBuzz

Well done, your little squirrel is ready to scamper into the world! We hope you enjoyed every stitch of this easy and heartwarming project. Want more quick and cute patterns like this? Browse our collection of free amigurumi crochet patterns and keep adding joy to your handmade family. Happy crocheting and see you again soon!

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