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Anglerfish SAM Amigurumi Pattern

Anglerfish SAM Amigurumi Pattern
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12-15 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Multi-Day Project

A rewarding 12+ hour journey—perfect for dedicated crafters who love detailed work.

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Whimsical Buddy

Playful characters full of personality, designed to spark imagination and become cherished playtime favorites.

About This Anglerfish SAM Amigurumi Pattern

This detailed pattern guides you through creating SAM, a spectacular Anglerfish with a posable wire frame and a functional light bulb lure. The design features complex fin construction using 'finger-rays' and a structured body that stands firmly. It creates a realistic yet cartoonish creature that serves as both a toy and a decor piece.

Anglerfish SAM Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern includes instructions for both a real LED bulb integration and a crocheted alternative, ensuring you can finish your fish exactly how you want.

Why You'll Love This Anglerfish SAM Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it transforms a 'scary' deep-sea creature into something incredibly endearing and full of character. The engineering of the fins and jaw is so satisfying to construct, giving the fish a realistic yet cartoonish shape. I find the ability to turn it into a real night lamp makes it the coolest handmade gift imaginable! Plus, decorating with beads allows for endless creativity.

Anglerfish SAM Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Anglerfish SAM Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Anglerfish SAM Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Anglerfish SAM Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how versatile this pattern is for customization!

You can easily adjust the colors to create a bio-luminescent effect - try using glow-in-the-dark yarn for the bulb or spots on the body.

Want to make it bigger or smaller?

Simply change your yarn weight and hook size. A bulky yarn would make a massive, huggable sea monster, while fine thread could make an intricate desk ornament.

I often add my own creative touches like using different beads for the skin texture to mimic scales or barnacles.

These personal additions make each piece truly one-of-a-kind and special.

Don't be afraid to experiment with the facial expression too!

The placement of the pupils and the angle of the eyelids can change SAM from scary to silly in seconds.

Try positioning the eyelids lower for a sleepy look or wide open for a surprised expression.

For an extra special touch, you can use a real small glass bulb if you are making it strictly as a lamp, or stick to the soft crochet version for a child's toy.

The possibilities are endless, and that's what makes this pattern so much fun!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Stuffing the fins prevents the wire frame from fitting correctly; keep the fins empty and only stuff the finger-rays lightly. ✗ Forgetting to wrap the wire ends with plaster can lead to sharp points poking through; always secure wire tips with tape or plaster. ✗ Crocheting the body too loosely will show the wire frame and stuffing; use a smaller hook to ensure a tight, dense fabric. ✗ Misaligning the jaw and muzzle during assembly creates a twisted face; use markers to ensure the center points match perfectly before sewing.

Anglerfish SAM Amigurumi Pattern

Meet SAM, the most charming deep-sea dweller you will ever hook! This unique pattern helps you create a fascinating anglerfish that doubles as a quirky night lamp. With his toothy grin, posable fins, and glowing lure, he is perfect for marine life enthusiasts or anyone who loves the strange and wonderful. Create a stunning piece of art that lights up your room!

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Anglerfish SAM Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Vita Brilliant Print and Vita Brilliant (45% wool, 55% acrylic, 380m/100g) - 1.5 skeins multicolor
  • 02
    Vita Brilliant (45% wool, 55% acrylic, 380m/100g) - 0.5 skein solid green
  • 03
    Vita Pelican (100% mercerized cotton, 330m/50g) in White (3951) for eyes/teeth
  • 04
    Vita Pelican (100% mercerized cotton, 330m/50g) in Yellow (3998), Silver Gray (3965), and Black (3952) for light bulb

— Tools Required

  • 01
    1.5 mm crochet hook (for main yarn)
  • 02
    1.0 mm or 1.25 mm crochet hook (for cotton yarn)
  • 03
    Copper wire (1.0-1.5 mm), approx. 6 meters
  • 04
    Wire cutter
  • 05
    White fabric plaster or insulation tape
  • 06
    Toy eyes or beads (12 mm)
  • 07
    Transparent glue
  • 08
    Stuffing polyester
  • 09
    Sewing needle and nylon thread
  • 10
    Beads (10/0 Flame Dark Topaz, 6/0 Flame Turquoise)
  • 11
    Small LED light bulb keychain (optional)

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— Side Fin (Make 2) :

Info :

Start with finger-rays using solid yarn and 1.5 mm crochet hook.

Rays A (Make 2) Round 1 :

Make a MR, 6 sc into the ring.

Rays A Round 2 :

2 sc in each st around (12)

Rays A Round 3 :

(3 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 3 (15)

Rays A Round 4-5 :

sc in each st around (15)

Rays A Round 6 :

(3 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (12)

Rays A Round 7 :

(sc, 2 sc tog) * 4 (8)

Rays A Round 8-10 :

sc in each st around (8)

Rays B (Make 2) Round 1 :

Make a MR, 6 sc into the ring.

Rays B Round 2 :

2 sc in each st around (12)

Rays B Round 3 :

(3 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 3 (15)

Rays B Round 4-5 :

sc in each st around (15)

Rays B Round 6 :

(3 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (12)

Rays B Round 7 :

(sc, 2 sc tog) * 4 (8)

Rays B Round 8-10 :

sc in each st around (8)

Info :

After having made one ray, cut off the yarn, but do not cut the yarn after having made the second ray. Continue working from the marker of the second ray.

Rays B Round 11 :

2 sc in next st, 2 sc, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 2 sc, 2 sc in next st (12). Fasten off, weave in the end.

Joining Round 1 :

Join the rays together: 4 sc around finger A, 6 sc around finger B, 6 sc around finger B, 8 sc around finger A; turn work and continue in the opposite direction: 6 sc around finger B, 6 sc around finger B, 4 sc around finger A (40).

Round 2 :

2 sc tog, 16 sc, (2 sc tog) * 2, 16 sc, 2 sc tog (36) + shift st

Round 3 :

(16 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (34)

Round 4 :

(15 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (32) + shift st

Round 5 :

(14 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (30)

Round 6 :

(13 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (28) + shift st

Round 7 :

(12 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (26)

Round 8 :

(11 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (24) + shift st

Round 9 :

(10 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (22). Change the yarn into the multicolor yarn.

Round 10 :

(9 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (20) + shift st

Round 11-13 :

sc in each st around (20) + shift st

Round 14 :

(9 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2 (22)

Round 15 :

(10 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2 (24). Fasten off and weave in the end.

Info :

Stuff the finger-rays with polyester (do not stuff too tightly!). Do not stuff the fin itself. Reinforce with wire (approx 120cm).

— Lower Fin (Make 1) :

Rays A (Make 2) Round 1 :

Make a MR, 6 sc into the ring.

Rays A Round 2 :

2 sc in each st around (12)

Rays A Round 3 :

(3 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 3 (15)

Rays A Round 4-5 :

sc in each st around (15)

Rays A Round 6 :

(3 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (12)

Rays A Round 7 :

(sc, 2 sc tog) * 4 (8)

Rays A Round 8-9 :

sc in each st around (8)

Ray B (Make 1) Round 1 :

Make a MR, 6 sc into the ring.

Ray B Round 2 :

2 sc in each st around (12)

Ray B Round 3 :

(3 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 3 (15)

Ray B Round 4-5 :

sc in each st around (15)

Ray B Round 6 :

(3 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (12)

Ray B Round 7 :

(sc, 2 sc tog) * 4 (8)

Ray B Round 8-9 :

sc in each st around (8)

Ray B Round 10 :

2 sc in next st, 2 sc, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 2 sc, 2 sc in next st (12). Fasten off, weave in the end.

Joining Round 1 :

Join rays: 4 sc around finger A, 6 sc around finger B, 8 sc around finger A, turn work and continue in opposite direction: 6 sc around finger B, 4 sc around finger A (28).

Round 2 :

(2 sc in next st, 13 sc) * 2 (30) + shift st

Round 3 :

(2 sc in next st, 14 sc) * 2 (32)

Round 4 :

(2 sc in next st, 15 sc) * 2 (34). Fasten off and weave in the end.

Info :

Stuff finger-rays lightly. Do not stuff fin itself.

— Dorsal Fin (Make 1) :

Info :

Rays A (1 ray), B (1 ray), C (2 rays), D (3 rays), E (1 ray). Label them.

All Rays Round 1 :

Make a MR, 6 sc into the ring.

All Rays Round 2 :

2 sc in each st around (12)

All Rays Round 3 :

(3 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 3 (15)

All Rays Round 4-5 :

sc in each st around (15)

All Rays Round 6 :

(3 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (12)

All Rays Round 7 :

(sc, 2 sc tog) * 4 (8)

Ray A Round 8-12 :

sc in each st around (8)

Ray B Round 8-16 :

sc in each st around (8). Then Round 17: 2 sc in next st, 2 sc, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 2 sc, 2 sc in next st (12).

Ray C Round 8-15 :

sc in each st around (8). Then Round 16: 2 sc in next st, 2 sc, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 2 sc, 2 sc in next st (12).

Ray D Round 8-13 :

sc in each st around (8). Then Round 14: 2 sc in next st, 2 sc, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 2 sc, 2 sc in next st (12).

Ray E Round 8-12 :

sc in each st around (8). Do not cut yarn on Ray E.

Joining Step 1 (Round 1) :

Join rays A, B, C, D: 4 sc around A, 6 sc around B, 6 sc around C, 6 sc around C, 5 sc, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 5 sc around finger D, turn work: 6 sc around C, 6 sc around C, 6 sc around B, 4 sc around A (58).

Joining Step 2 (Round 2) :

2 sc in next st, 28 sc around item just made, 5 sc, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 5 sc around finger D, turn work: 29 sc around item just made (73) + shift st.

Joining Step 3 (Round 3) :

2 sc in next st, 36 sc around item just made, 5 sc, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 5 sc around finger D, turn work: 36 sc around item just made (88).

Joining Step 4 (Round 4) :

2 sc in next st, 43 sc around item just made, 3 sc, 2 sc in next st, 4 sc around finger E, turn work: 44 sc around item just made (98).

Round 5 :

(2 sc in next st, 48 sc) * 2 (100) + shift st

Round 6 :

(2 sc in next st, 49 sc) * 2 (102) + shift st

Round 7 :

(2 sc in next st, 50 sc) * 2 (104). Fasten off and weave in end.

— Tail (Make 1) :

Rays A (2 rays), B (4 rays), C (1 ray) Round 1 :

Make a MR, 6 sc into the ring.

All Rays Round 2 :

2 sc in each st around (12)

All Rays Round 3 :

(3 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 3 (15)

All Rays Round 4-5 :

sc in each st around (15)

All Rays Round 6 :

(3 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (12)

All Rays Round 7 :

(sc, 2 sc tog) * 4 (8)

Rays A Round 8-11 :

sc in each st around (8)

Rays B & C Round 8-12 :

sc in each st around (8). Then Round 13: 2 sc in next st, 2 sc, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 2 sc, 2 sc in next st (12).

Joining Round 1 :

4 sc around A, 6 sc around C, 3 sc, 2 sc in next st, 4 sc around B, turn work: 6 sc around C, 3 sc, 2 sc in next st around A (30).

Round 2 :

(14 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2 (32)

Round 3 :

(15 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2 (34). Fasten off.

Round 4 :

Join rays: 4 sc around A, 17 sc around item just made, 3 sc, 2 sc in next st, 4 sc around B, turn work: 17 sc around item just made, 3 sc, 2 sc in next st around A (52).

Round 5-11 :

sc in each st around (52)

Info :

Reinforce tail. Fold in half. Cut 1m wire, insert even parts into rays. Wrap ends with plaster.

Round 12 :

(2 sc tog, 22 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (48)

Round 13 :

(2 sc tog, 20 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (44)

Round 14 :

(2 sc tog, 18 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (40)

Round 15 :

(2 sc tog, 16 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (36)

Round 16 :

(2 sc tog, 14 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (32). Fasten off.

— Lower Jaw :

Round 1 :

Make a MR, 6 sc into the ring.

Round 2 :

2 sc in each st around (12)

Round 3 :

(sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (18)

Round 4 :

sc, 2 sc in next st, (2 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, sc (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (30)

Round 6 :

2 sc, 2 sc in next st, (4 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, 2 sc (36)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (42)

Round 8 :

3 sc, 2 sc in next st, (6 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, 3 sc (48)

Round 9 :

(7 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (54)

Round 10 :

4 sc, 2 sc in next st, (8 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, 4 sc (60)

Round 11 :

(9 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (66)

Round 12 :

5 sc, 2 sc in next st, (10 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, 5 sc (72)

Round 13 :

(11 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (78)

Round 14 :

6 sc, 2 sc in next st, (12 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, 6 sc (84)

Round 15 :

(13 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (90)

Round 16 :

sc in each st around (90)

Round 17 :

7 sc, 2 sc in next st, (14 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, 7 sc (96)

Round 18 :

sc in each st around (96)

Round 19 :

(15 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (102)

Round 20 :

sc in each st around (102)

Round 21 :

8 sc, 2 sc in next st, (16 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, 8 sc (108)

Round 22 :

sc in each st around (108)

Round 23 :

(35 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 3 (111)

Round 24 :

sc in each st around (111)

Round 25 :

18 sc, 2 sc in next st, (36 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2, 18 sc (114)

Round 26 :

sc in each st around (114)

Round 27 :

(37 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 3 (117)

Round 28 :

sc in each st around (117)

Round 29 :

19 sc, 2 sc in next st, (38 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2, 19 sc (120)

Round 30 :

sc in each st around (120)

Round 31 :

(39 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 3 (123)

Round 32 :

sc in each st around (123)

Round 33 :

20 sc, 2 sc in next st, (40 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2, 20 sc (126)

Round 34-35 :

sc in each st around (126)

Round 36 :

(41 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 3 (129)

Round 37 :

sc in each st around (129)

Round 38 :

21 sc, 2 sc in next st, (42 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2, 21 sc (132)

Round 39 :

((2 sc in next st) * 2, 64 sc) * 2 (136)

Round 40 :

sc, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 66 sc, (2sc in next st) * 2, 65 sc (140)

Round 41 :

2 sc, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 68 sc, (2sc in next st) * 2, 66 sc (144)

Round 42 :

3 sc, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 70 sc, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 67 sc (148), ss. Fasten off.

— Muzzle :

Round 1 :

Make a MR, 7 sc into the ring.

Round 2 :

2 sc in each st around (14)

Round 3 :

(sc, 2 sc in next st) * 7 (21)

Round 4 :

sc, 2 sc in next st, (2 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6, sc (28)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 7 (35)

Round 6 :

2 sc, 2 sc in next st, (4 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6, 2 sc (42)

Round 7 :

3 sc, 2 sc in next st, (6 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, 3 sc (48)

Round 8 :

(7 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (54)

Round 9 :

4 sc, 2 sc in next st, (8 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, 4 sc (60)

Round 10 :

(9 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (66)

Round 11 :

5 sc, 2 sc in next st, (10 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, 5 sc (72)

Round 12 :

(11 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (78)

Round 13 :

6 sc, 2 sc in next st, (12 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, 6 sc (84)

Round 14 :

sc in each st around (84)

Round 15 :

(13 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (90)

Round 16 :

sc in each st around (90)

Round 17 :

7 sc, 2 sc in next st, (14 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, 7 sc (96)

Round 18 :

sc in each st around (96)

Round 19 :

(15 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (102)

Round 20 :

sc in each st around (102)

Round 21 :

8 sc, 2 sc in next st, (16 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, 8 sc (108)

Round 22 :

sc in each st around (108)

Round 23 :

(17 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (114)

Round 24 :

sc in each st around (114)

Round 25 :

9 sc, 2 sc in next st, (18 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, 9 sc (120)

Round 26 :

sc in each st around (120)

Round 27 :

(39 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 3 (123)

Round 28 :

sc in each st around (123)

Round 29 :

20 sc, 2 sc in next st, (40 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2, 20 sc (126)

Round 30 :

sc in each st around (126)

Round 31 :

(41 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 3 (129)

Round 32-37 :

sc in each st around (129). Do not cut yarn.

— Body Assembly :

Round 1 :

Join lower jaw and muzzle. 28 sc around muzzle, join inner part of lower jaw and muzzle, make 72 sc inserting hook through both items, 29 sc around muzzle till marker (129).

Round 2 :

28 sc from marker around muzzle, 76 sc around outer part of lower jaw, 29 sc around muzzle till marker (133).

Round 3 :

2 sc in next st, 132 sc (134)

Round 4 :

sc in each st around (134)

Round 5 :

2 sc in next st, 133 sc (135)

Round 6-10 :

sc in each st around (135)

Round 11 :

2 sc tog, 133 sc (134)

Round 12 :

(2 sc tog, 65 sc) * 2 (132)

Round 13 :

32 sc, 2 sc tog, 64 sc, 2 sc tog, 32 sc (130)

Round 14 :

16 sc, 2 sc tog, 94 sc, 2 sc tog, 16 sc (128)

Round 15 :

(2 sc tog, 62 sc) * 2 (126)

Round 16 :

31 sc, 2 sc tog, 61 sc, 2 sc tog, 30 sc (124)

Round 17 :

15 sc, 2 sc tog, 90 sc, 2 sc tog, 15 sc (122)

Round 18 :

2 sc tog, 120 sc (121)

Round 19 :

29 sc, 2 sc tog, 59 sc, 2 sc tog, 29 sc (119)

Round 20 :

15 sc, 2 sc tog, 85 sc, 2 sc tog, 15 sc (117)

Round 21 :

2 sc tog, 115 sc (116)

Round 22 :

28 sc, 2 sc tog, 56 sc, 2 sc tog, 28 sc (114)

Round 23 :

15 sc, 2 sc tog, 80 sc, 2 sc tog, 15 sc (112)

Round 24 :

2 sc tog, 110 sc (111)

Round 25 :

27 sc, 2 sc tog, 53 sc, 2 sc tog, 27 sc (109)

Round 26 :

14 sc, 2 sc tog, 77 sc, 2 sc tog, 14 sc (107)

Round 27 :

2 sc tog, 105 sc (106)

Round 28 :

26 sc, 2 sc tog, 50 sc, 2 sc tog, 26 sc (104)

Round 29 :

13 sc, 2 sc tog, 74 sc, 2 sc tog, 13 sc (102)

Info :

Reinforce jaw with wire. Insert frame of side fins into marked dots (42 sts from center between 1st/2nd rnds, 38 sts from center between 8th/9th rnds).

Round 30 :

16 sc, 2 sc tog, (32 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2, 16 sc (99)

Round 31 :

(31 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (96)

Round 32 :

15 sc, 2 sc tog, (30 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2, 15 sc (93)

Round 33 :

(29 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (90)

Round 34 :

14 sc, 2 sc tog, (28 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2, 14 sc (87)

Round 35 :

(27 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (84)

Round 36 :

13 sc, 2 sc tog, (26 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2, 13 sc (81)

Round 37 :

(25 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (78)

Round 38 :

12 sc, 2 sc tog, (24 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2, 12 sc (75)

Round 39 :

(23 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (72)

Round 40 :

11 sc, 2 sc tog, (22 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2, 11 sc (69)

Round 41 :

(21 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (66)

Round 42 :

(20 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (63)

Round 43 :

(19 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (60)

Round 44 :

(18 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (57)

Round 45 :

(17 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (54)

Round 46 :

(16 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (51)

Round 47 :

(15 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (48)

Round 48 :

(22 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (46)

Round 49 :

(21 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (44)

Round 50 :

(20 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (42)

Info :

Attach dorsal fin and lower fin. Insert frames into body.

Round 51 :

(2 sc tog, 17 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (38)

Round 52 :

(2 sc tog, 15 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (34)

Round 53 :

(2 sc tog, 13 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (30)

Round 54 :

(13 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (28)

Round 55 :

sc in each st around (28)

Round 56 :

(2 sc in next st, 12 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2 (32). Fasten off.

— Teeth (A: 2, B: 2, C: 2, D: 8/10) :

Round 1 :

Make a MR, 6 sc into the ring.

Round 2-3 (A), 2-4 (B), 2-5 (C), 2-6 (D) :

sc in each st around (6)

Next Round :

(sc, 2 sc in next st) * 3 (9)

Final Rounds :

sc in each st around (9) for 6 rnds (A), 4 rnds (B), 2 rnds (C).

— Eyes :

White Round 1 :

Make a MR, 6 sc into the ring.

White Round 2 :

2 sc in each st around (12)

White Round 3 :

(sc, 2 sc in next st) * 6 (18)

White Round 4 :

sc, 2 sc in next st, (2 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 5, sc (24)

White Round 5 :

(7 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 3 (27)

White Round 6 :

4 sc, 2 sc in next st, (8 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2, 4 sc (30)

White Round 7 :

(14 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2 (32)

White Round 8-15 :

sc in each st around (32)

White Round 16 :

(14 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2 (30)

White Round 17 :

4 sc, 2 sc tog, (8 sc, 2 sc tog) * 2, 4 sc (27)

White Round 18 :

(7 sc, 2 sc tog) * 3 (24)

White Round 19 :

sc, 2 sc tog, (2 sc, 2 sc tog) * 5, sc (18)

White Round 20 :

(sc, 2 sc tog) * 6 (12)

White Round 21 :

(2 sc tog) * 6 (6)

Eyelids Round 1 :

Ch 4, 2 sc in 2nd ch, sc, 4 sc in last ch, turn, sc, 2 sc in last ch (10)

Eyelids Round 2 :

(2 sc in next st, 3 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2 (14)

Eyelids Round 3 :

(2 sc in next st, 5 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2 (18) + shift st

Eyelids Round 4 :

(2 sc in next st, 7 sc, 2 sc in next st) * 2 (22)

Eyelids Round 5 :

10 sc in next st, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 10 sc (24)

Eyelids Round 6 :

2 sc tog, 9 sc, (2 sc in next st) * 2, 9 sc, 2 sc tog (24) + ss

— Light Bulb :

Round 1 :

Make a MR, 6 sc into the ring.

Round 2 :

2 sc in each st around (12)

Round 3 :

sc, 2 sc in next st, 2 sc, 2 sc in next st, sc, 2 sc in next st, 2 sc, 2 sc in next st, sc, 2 sc in next st (17)

Round 4 :

2 sc, 2 sc in next st, 2 sc, 2 sc in next st, sc, 2 sc in next st, 2 sc, 2 sc in next st, 2 sc, 2 sc in next st, sc, 2 sc in next st, sc (23)

Round 5 :

3 sc, 2 sc in next st, 5 sc, 2 sc in next st, 5 sc, 2 sc in next st, 5 sc, 2 sc in next st, sc (27)

Round 6 :

4 sc, 2 sc in next st, 6 sc, 2 sc in next st, 6 sc, 2 sc in next st, 6 sc, 2 sc in next st, sc (31)

Round 7 :

8 sc, 2 sc in next st, 9 sc, 2 sc in next st, 9 sc, 2 sc in next st, 2 sc (34)

Round 8 :

10 sc, 2 sc in next st, 16 sc, 2 sc in next st, 6 sc (36)

Round 9 :

17 sc, 2 sc in next st, 18 sc (37)

Round 10 :

sc in each st around (37)

Round 11 :

17 sc, 2 sc tog, 18 sc (36)

Round 12 :

6 sc, 2 sc tog, 16 sc, 2 sc tog, 10 sc (34)

Round 13 :

2 sc, 2 sc tog, 9 sc, 2 sc tog, 9 sc, 2 sc tog, 8 sc (31)

Round 14 :

sc, 2 sc tog, 6 sc, 2 sc tog, 6 sc, 2 sc tog, 6 sc, 2 sc tog, 4 sc (27)

Round 15 :

sc, 2 sc tog, 5 sc, 2 sc tog, 5 sc, 2 sc tog, 5 sc, 2 sc tog, 3 sc (23)

Round 16 :

1sc, 2 sc tog, sc, 2 sc tog, 2 sc, 2 sc tog, 2 sc, 2 sc tog, sc, 2 sc tog, 2 sc, 2 sc tog, 2 sc (17)

Round 17-19 :

sc in each st around

Round 20 :

Change to silver gray: sc in each st around (17)

Round 21-24 :

sc in each st around blo

Round 25 :

(2 sc tog) * 9 (8). Change to black.

Round 26 :

8 sc. Fasten off.

Assembly Instructions

  • Join the finger-rays for the fins carefully, ensuring you do not create holes between them by drawing up extra loops as described in the pattern.
  • Insert the wire frame into the fins and tail before closing them completely, wrapping all wire ends with plaster to prevent injury.
  • Join the muzzle and lower jaw by crocheting through both layers where they overlap, ensuring the increases are positioned correctly at the corners.
  • Attach the reinforced side fins to the body at the marked points between rounds 8 and 9, twisting the internal wires together for stability.
  • Sew the dorsal fin to the back and the lower fin to the belly at the specific round counts indicated, inserting their wire frames into the body.
  • Reinforce the teeth with small wire frames if desired, inserting the bent ends into the jaw before securing.
  • Sculpt the eye sockets using strong nylon thread to pull the eyes slightly inward for a realistic look before gluing or sewing the eyes in place.

Important Notes

  • 💡Do not stuff the fins themselves, only the finger-rays, to ensure the wire frame fits properly and the fins stay flat.
  • 💡When joining rays, draw up an extra loop in the same stitch and the next ray's stitch to prevent holes from forming.
  • 💡The marker on the body must always go along the center of the back; use shift stitches to adjust its position if it starts to slant.
  • 💡Ensure the wire used for the fishing line is strong enough to support the weight of the light bulb.

Bringing this Anglerfish to life is a deep-sea adventure right in your living room! With his glowing lure and quirky expression, SAM is sure to be the star of your collection. Dive in and enjoy the process! 🐟💡🧵

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FAQs

What is the finished size of the anglerfish?

The finished toy measures approximately 18 x 35 cm when using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Is the wire frame absolutely necessary?

Yes, the wire frame is essential for the fins to stand up, the body to keep its shape, and the fishing line to support the lamp.

Can I use a real light bulb?

Yes! The pattern is designed to accommodate a small LED keychain light bulb, but instructions for a crocheted one are also included.

How difficult is this pattern?

It is rated as intermediate because it requires patience with wire armature, complex joining of small parts, and detailed assembly.