Oogie Boogie Amigurumi For Halloween Gifting

Making a cute and cuddly version of the iconic Oogie Boogie has never been more fun and accessible with this C amigurumi pattern. Known for his mischievous grin and burlap sack appearance from the beloved movie, this project transforms Oogie into a soft, huggable friend, ideal for gifting or keeping as a quirky decoration.

This amigurumi pattern is straightforward, requiring only worsted weight yarn, a bit of black yarn for the details, and some basic crochet skills to bring the character to life. With big, expressive 16mm eyes and a hand-stitched smile, this Oogie Boogie amigurumi captures all the charm of the original character in a plush form that's easy to love. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or new to the craft, this project promises a delightful outcome with its simple pattern and engaging steps.

Crafting The Oogie Boogie Amigurumi

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn in tan or green
• A very small amount of black yarn for details (crochet thread or split worsted yarn can be used)
• 16mm safety eyes
• 4.25mm crochet hook
• Fiberfill for stuffing
• Stitch markers
• Pins for sewing

Abbreviations:

1. SC - Single Crochet
2. INC - Increase (2 SC in the same stitch)
3. DEC - Decrease (SC 2 together)

Step by step

Head & Body:

1. Tip of the Head:
   • Start with a magic ring or chain 2, work 4 SC in the first chain or ring. Pull tail to tighten if using magic ring.
   • Round 2: SC around (4 stitches).
   • Round 3: SC, INC repeat (6).
   • Round 4: SC around (6).
   • Round 5: SC in next 2, INC repeat (8).
   • Round 6: SC around (8).
   • Round 7: SC, INC repeat 3 more times (12).
   • Rounds 8-9: Increase sequence as described, finishing with 24 stitches.
   • Complete the tip with a chain and pull through to secure, leaving a tail for sewing later.

1. Head:
   • Begin with a magic ring or a chain of 2, working 8 SC in the first chain or the ring.
   • Round 2: INC around (16).
   • Round 3: SC, INC repeat around (24).
   • Round 4-5: Following the same pattern of increases to create a spherical shape.
   • Continue following the pattern described, increasing stitches and rounds as instructed, leading to a gradual enlargement of the head.
   • Attach the tip of the head to the main head part as explained, ensuring alignment and securing with SC stitches.

1. Body:
   • After finishing the head and closing it appropriately, begin the body by working directly from the base of the head.
   • Round 24: Start by INC all around to begin widening the body.
   • Follow the exact instructions given, including creating armholes by skipping stitches and then continuing SC around them.
   • Detailed increases and stitch patterns will form the body, ending with stuffing and closing the body.

Arms and Legs:

• Arms: Made by attaching yarn to the side of the body where armholes were created, working in rounds, and then decreasing as needed to form the arms. Stuff slightly before closing.
• Legs (Feet): Starting with a chain, the feet are formed by working in rounds, increasing for width, and then continued on to shape the foot. Attach to the body as instructed.

Details:

• Mouth and Stitching: The mouth is crafted separately, starting with a chain and followed by rounds to create the smile shape, including a picot stitch at the ends for the pointed tips. The mouth is then stitched onto the body, with additional black yarn stitches added around the body and head for the stitched effect.
• Finishing Touches: Attach safety eyes as described, using sewing pins to position correctly. Complete any remaining stuffing and shaping, especially around the facial area to achieve Oogie Boogie's iconic look.