Pikachu Amigurumi

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About This Pattern

Create your own adorable Pikachu plushie! This pattern creates a 6-7 inch tall amigurumi perfect for Pokemon fans of all ages.

Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Finished Size: Approximately 6-7 inches tall

Materials Needed

  • Yellow worsted weight yarn (main body) - approx 50g
  • Black yarn (eyes, ear tips) - small amount
  • Red yarn (cheeks) - small amount
  • Brown yarn (tail stripes) - small amount
  • 4.0mm (G/6) crochet hook
  • Fiberfill stuffing
  • Safety eyes (12mm black)
  • Yarn needle
  • Stitch markers

sc = single crochet  |  inc = increase (2 sc in 1 st)  |  dec = invisible decrease  |  sl st = slip stitch  |  ch = chain  |  MR = magic ring

Pattern Instructions

HEAD (Yellow)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: [sc, inc] x6 (18)
Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] x6 (24)
Rnd 5: [3 sc, inc] x6 (30)
Rnd 6: [4 sc, inc] x6 (36)
Rnd 7: [5 sc, inc] x6 (42)
Rnd 8-14: sc around (42) - 7 rounds
Rnd 15: [5 sc, dec] x6 (36)
Rnd 16: [4 sc, dec] x6 (30)
Rnd 17: [3 sc, dec] x6 (24)
Insert safety eyes between Rnd 10-11, about 8 sts apart. Stuff firmly.
Rnd 18: [2 sc, dec] x6 (18)
Rnd 19: [sc, dec] x6 (12)
Rnd 20: dec around (6)
Fasten off, close hole with yarn needle.

BODY (Yellow)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: [sc, inc] x6 (18)
Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] x6 (24)
Rnd 5: [3 sc, inc] x6 (30)
Rnd 6-12: sc around (30) - 7 rounds
Rnd 13: [3 sc, dec] x6 (24)
Rnd 14: sc around (24)
Rnd 15: [2 sc, dec] x6 (18)
Stuff body firmly. Leave long tail for sewing to head.

EARS (Make 2) - Yellow with Black Tips

Start with BLACK yarn:
Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR (4)
Rnd 2: [sc, inc] x2 (6)
Rnd 3: sc around (6)
Change to YELLOW yarn:
Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] x2 (8)
Rnd 5: sc around (8)
Rnd 6: [3 sc, inc] x2 (10)
Rnd 7-9: sc around (10) - 3 rounds
Flatten ear, do not stuff. Leave tail for sewing.

ARMS (Make 2) - Yellow

Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR (5)
Rnd 2: inc around (10)
Rnd 3-6: sc around (10) - 4 rounds
Rnd 7: dec, 8 sc (9)
Stuff lightly. Leave tail for sewing.

LEGS (Make 2) - Yellow

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3-5: sc around (12) - 3 rounds
Rnd 6: [2 sc, dec] x3 (9)
Stuff firmly. Leave tail for sewing.

TAIL - Yellow with Brown Stripes

Make 2 flat pieces, sew together for lightning bolt shape:

With YELLOW, ch 8
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, 6 sc, ch 1, turn (7)
Row 2: 7 sc, ch 1, turn (7)
Row 3: dec, 3 sc, dec (5)
Row 4: ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook, 3 sc, 5 sc across (9)
Row 5: 9 sc, ch 1, turn (9)
Row 6: dec, 5 sc, dec (7)
Row 7: dec, 3 sc, dec (5)

Make 2, sew together leaving bottom open. Stuff lightly.
Add BROWN stripes with embroidery after assembly.

RED CHEEKS (Make 2)

With RED yarn:
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Fasten off. Leave tail for sewing below eyes.

Assembly

  1. Sew head to body, making sure the face is centered
  2. Attach ears to top of head, angled slightly outward
  3. Sew arms to sides of body, just below head seam
  4. Attach legs to bottom of body
  5. Sew tail to back of body
  6. Attach red cheeks below and to the sides of eyes
  7. Embroider small curved line for mouth with black yarn
  8. Add brown stripes to tail with embroidery

Pro Tips

  • Use stitch markers to track your rounds
  • Stuff firmly but not too tight - squishy is good!
  • Weave in all ends securely
  • Use invisible decrease for a cleaner look
  • Take photos as you go for reference

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