Crochet Axolotl Amigurumi Pattern For Kids' Toys

Join this fun and simple crochet joy to crochet a cute, no-sew axolotl in just 20 minutes. Using plushy yarn in white and blue, Sarah shows you step-by-step instructions for creating the body, gills, fins, and eyes of this delightful little creature. Perfectly shaped and stuffed, this charming axolotl makes a fantastic gift or decoration. Follow along the pattern for smooth enjoyable crochet experience!

Crochet Amigurumi Crochet Axolotl

Materials Needed

• Size 6 plushy yarn (White for the body, Blue for the secondary color)
• Size 6 crochet hook
• Sewing needle
• Pair of scissors
• Stitch marker (or scrap yarn/safety pin)
• Stuffing
• Safety eyes (optional)

Abbreviations

• sc: single crochet
• inc: increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec: decrease (sc2tog)
• sl st: slip stitch
• ch: chain

Step by step Instructions

Head

1. Round 1: Create a magic ring or chain two. Work 6 sc into the first chain or magic ring. (6 stitches)
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
3. Round 3: Sc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)

Gills

4. Side 1:
   • Insert stitch marker into current loop.
   • Join secondary color yarn with a slip knot.
   • Gill 1: Work in the front loops of the next 3 stitches:
     • Sl st in the first front loop, ch 2, sl st in the second chain.
     • Sl st in the next front loop, ch 2, sl st in the second chain.
     • Sl st into the next front loop.
   • Fasten off.
5. Side 2:
   • Join secondary color yarn with a slip knot, 3 stitches away from the previous gill.
   • Gill 2: Work in the front loops of the next 3 stitches:
     • Sl st in the first front loop, ch 2, sl st in the second chain.
     • Sl st in the next front loop, ch 2, sl st in the second chain.
     • Sl st into the next front loop.
   • Fasten off.
   • 

Body

6. Reattach white yarn. Sc around (both loops if possible). Ensure tails are inside the head.
7. Round 4: Sc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
8. Round 5: Dec around. (6 stitches)

Add Eyes

9. Sew on eyes, ensuring alignment with gills.

Neck and Torso

10. Round 6: Inc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
11. Round 7: (Sc 3, bobble 3 times) around. (12 stitches)
12. Round 8: Sc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
13. Round 9: (Sc 3, bobble 3 times) around. (12 stitches)
14. 

Tail

14. Round 10: (Dec, sc 1) around. (8 stitches)
15. Round 11: Sc in each stitch around. (8 stitches)
16. Round 12: (Dec, sc 2) around. (6 stitches)
17. Round 13: Sc in each stitch around. (6 stitches)
18. Slip stitch, fasten off, and leave enough tail to close the bottom.
19. Stuff the body, ensuring it is soft but adequately filled.
20. 

Finishing

20. Sew or weave in ends to close, securely hiding yarn tails.
21. Attach the fin:
    • Reattach secondary color yarn to the bottom of the tail.
    • Work 3 sc on the tip. (around the edge, then fasten off)
    • Secure loose ends by tying and weaving back in the body.
    • 

Final Touches

• Ensure all ends are woven securely and clipped.
• Adjust stuffing if necessary for shape.

Done!

Your Axel amigurumi is complete! Enjoy your crocheted creation.

@Loops and Knots Crochet