The Best of Brenda K. B. Anderson’s Cute Amigurumi Crochet

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I have a confession. I love stuffed animals; I always have, and I always will. As I’ve gotten older though, I’ve become more interested in gifting them to my nephew than keeping them for myself. I can be rather picky about the gifts I choose and opt for pieces that will last longer than others. I especially enjoy making for my loved ones. We’ve compiled some of our favorite amigurumi crochet patterns by none other than Brenda K. B. Anderson, author of Beastly Crochet, [affiliate link] that will excite the pickiest of toy makers with their cute style and clever designs. 

Above: The adorable Grahame the Badger by Brenda K. B. Anderson

About Amigurumi + Tips for Success

Amigurumi are crocheted or knitted toys as well as a Japanese artform. While these projects are often small and not too complex, it is important to know some tips before getting started. We have a whole article elaborating on these tips as well! 

• Make sure that you take your amigurumi project one step at a time. Planning too far ahead or working on multiple parts at a time gets confusing. Keep it simple to remain stress-free! 
• Remember that you will need to include stuffing your project as a step in the process. This means that your stitches will need to be tight in order to avoid leaking. You can use a smaller crochet hook to achieve this if you have difficulty with tight stitches. 
• Facial expressions are key when putting your final product together. Eyes, mouths, and eyebrows all work together to show various emotions. Make sure to take your time with this! 

Related: Crocheted Toys: Construction and Safety

Favorite Amigurumi Crochet Patterns

Now here are some adorable patterns to put your skills to work:

Grahame the Badger

Grahame the Badger makes sure to stay warm with his little blue mitts and booties. More texture is added through embroidery at the end of the project to create more definition and an adorable expression! 

Jackson the Jackalope

Bring the jackalope to life with Brenda’s pattern for Jackson the Jackalope. Jackson is a cozy fellow, crocheted in a superwash wool yarn to make him extra snuggle-worthy. 

Amelia the Flying Squirrel

Amelia the Flying Squirrel is ready to adventure with her pal Grahame the Badger! With removable goggles and scarf and an adorable tail, Amelia is ready for interactive play. This is a piece any child would love! 

Mister Whistle

Mister Whistle is truly one of a kind with his fun and quirky look. Finished with a twirly mustache and dapper tie, he is sure to steal some hearts! 

Little Llama

For a little project with a lot of heart, look no further than the Little Llama. This llama’s exaggerated features make it an extra adorable must-make. The expression can easily be changed by altering the placement of the llama’s eyelids. Make sure you like where they are before stitching them into place.  

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Remember to follow and read up on the tips before embarking on these amigurumi crochet patterns. I am already planning on making these projects in the near future to add to my nephew’s steadily growing collection of toys, but should I start off with Little Llama or Grahame the Badger? Decisions, decisions.  

Happy crafting! 

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Amigurumi Crochet Patterns + Techniques