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Baby Alien Amigurumi Pattern

Baby Alien Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 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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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Baby Alien Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a small, handheld Baby Alien amigurumi inspired by Baby Yoda, combining simple shaping and charming details. You will crochet the head, ears, body, arms, and a separate cowl using continuous rounds and basic stitches. The pattern includes step-by-step rounds and finishing notes so you can sew and position features exactly as pictured.

Baby Alien Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Designed for intermediate crocheters, it uses single crochet shaping and simple decreases for rounded forms. The finished toy stands approximately 5.5 inches (14 cm) tall when using the suggested materials.

Why You'll Love This Baby Alien Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it transforms a few simple crochet techniques into a character full of personality. I enjoy how the floppy ears and tiny cowl give so much charm with minimal pieces to assemble. Sewing the little nose and adding the eyelid detail always makes me smile when the face comes to life. I also love that this project is small enough to finish in a weekend but rewarding enough to display or gift proudly.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easily this pattern adapts to color changes; try swapping the green for a pastel shade to create a softer character.

I sometimes make a mini version by using fingering weight yarn and a smaller hook to create keychain-sized pals.

I also enjoy using a chunkier yarn and a larger hook for a super cuddly, squishy version that looks great on a shelf.

I often add embroidered eyebrows or different mouth shapes to change the expression and personality of the figure.

I like to replace safety eyes with embroidered eyes for a baby-safe version suitable for small children.

I sometimes add wire inside the arms for posability, which lets me bend the arms into different poses.

I like to create matching accessories like tiny scarves or hats in contrasting colors to make each doll unique.

I recommend experimenting with eye placement and eyelid depth to get different looks—move them a round up or down for variety.

I occasionally sew a small pocket to the front of the body and tuck a tiny crocheted item inside for a cute surprise detail.

I enjoy making sets in different sizes and colors to gift as a themed collection; it's a fun way to practice consistency in stitching.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the continuous rounds note and joining every round can create visible seams and misaligned shaping; work in continuous rounds as instructed to maintain smooth shaping. ✗ Placing safety eyes too high or too low will throw off facial proportions; place the 12 mm eyes between rounds 13 and 14 with 6 stitches between as specified. ✗ Overstuffing the head or body can distort the shape and make sewing difficult; stuff gradually and adjust stuffing to keep a smooth, round head and a squishy but stable body. ✗ Not leaving long yarn tails at fasten-off points makes sewing pieces together harder; fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing on the nose, ears, and cowl to make attachment easier.

Baby Alien Amigurumi Pattern

Create an adorable Baby Alien inspired by Baby Yoda with this easy-to-follow crochet pattern. You will make a cute 5.5-inch amigurumi with a shaped head, floppy ears, little arms, and a cozy cowl. Perfect for gifting or decorating your craft shelf, this pattern includes full round-by-round instructions and finishing details so you can stitch with confidence.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Baby Alien Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Medium/worsted weight yarn - Green (Loops & Threads Impeccable in "Fern")
  • 02
    Medium/worsted weight yarn - Dark brown (Patons Classic Wool Worsted in "Natural")
  • 03
    One strand of white yarn for eye highlights
  • 04
    Polyester fiber fill stuffing

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.75mm
  • 02
    Yarn needle
  • 03
    One pair of 12 mm safety eyes
  • 04
    Polyester fiber fill stuffing

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— Head :

Round 1 :

Ch 2, 6 sc in first ch. (6 sts)

Round 2 :

2 sc in each st around. (12 sts)

Round 3 :

(Sc 1, 2 sc in next st), 6 times. (18 sts)

Round 4 :

(Sc 2, 2 sc in next st), 6 times. (24 sts)

Round 5 :

(Sc 3, 2 sc in next st), 6 times. (30 sts)

Round 6 :

(Sc 4, 2 sc in next st), 6 times. (36 sts)

Round 7-10 :

Sc 36. (4 total rounds)

Round 11 :

(Sc 5, 2 sc in next st), 6 times. (42 sts)

Round 12 :

(Sc 20, 2 sc in next st), 2 times. (44 sts)

Round 13 :

(Sc 20, dec 1), 2 times. (42 sts)

Round 14 :

(Sc 5, dec 1), 6 times. (36 sts)

Round 15 :

(Sc 4, dec 1), 6 times. (30 sts)

Round 16 :

(Sc 3, dec 1), 6 times. (24 sts)

Round 17 :

(Sc 2, dec 1), 6 times. (18 sts)

Round 18 :

(Sc 4, dec 1), 3 times. (15 sts)

Info :

Fasten off, leaving a yarn tail for sewing on the nose. Begin stuffing the head. Then place the 12mm eyes between R13 and 14 on the head, with 6 sts between, and firmly press the washers onto the backs of the eyes.

Info :

With the leftover yarn tail from the head, sew a little nose between the eyes, as pictured.

— Ears :

Item Name (P1) :

(Make 2)

Round 1 :

Ch 2, 4 sc in first ch. (4 sts)

Round 2 :

Sc 1, 2 sc in next 2 sts, sc 1. (6 sts)

Round 3 :

Sc 2, 2 sc in next 2 sts, sc 2. (8 sts)

Round 4 :

(Sc 1, 2 sc in next st), 4 times. (12 sts)

Round 5 :

(Sc 3, 2 sc in next st), 3 times. (15 sts)

Round 6-13 :

Sc 15. (8 total rounds)

Info :

Fasten off, leaving a yarn tail for sewing. Do not stuff the ears. Your ear will have one side that bends up more than the other. This side should be at the bottom. Bend down the tops of the ears to make them more ear-like, and sew them to the head in this bent position.

Info :

Sew the ears to Yoda's head 8-9 rounds down from the beginning circle of the head and 4-5 sts back from the eyes on either side. Wait to trim the excess yarn tail from sewing on the ears to make Yoda's eyelids.

— Eyelids :

Info :

Weave the excess yarn tail from sewing on an ear through the inside of the head, and sew 2 sts right above each eye. Then secure the yarn with a knot to the inside of Yoda's head.

Info :

Cut a strand of white yarn, insert it through the opening at the bottom of Yoda's head and out just below the eyes. Sew 1 white st below each eye. Secure with a knot to either the other end of the white strand or to the inside of the head.

— Body :

Round 1 :

Ch 2, 6 sc in first ch. (6 sts)

Round 2 :

2 sc in each st around. (12 sts)

Round 3 :

(Sc 1, 2 sc in next st), 6 times. (18 sts)

Round 4 :

(Sc 2, 2 sc in next st), 6 times. (24 sts)

Round 5 :

(Sc 3, 2 sc in next st), 6 times. (30 sts)

Round 6 :

(Sc 4, 2 sc in next st), 6 times. (36 sts)

Round 7 :

(Sc 5, 2 sc in next st), 6 times. (42 sts)

Round 8 :

Sc in BLO of the previous round. (42 sts)

Round 9 :

(Sc 19, dec 1), 2 times. (40 sts)

Round 10 :

Sc 40. (40 sts)

Round 11 :

(Sc 18, dec 1), 2 times. (38 sts)

Round 12 :

Sc 38. (38 sts)

Round 13 :

(Sc 17, dec 1), 2 times. (36 sts)

Round 14 :

Sc 36. (36 sts)

Round 15 :

(Sc 7, dec 1), 4 times. (32 sts)

Round 16 :

Sc 32. (32 sts)

Round 17 :

(Sc 6, dec 1), 4 times. (28 sts)

Round 18 :

Sc 28. (28 sts)

Round 19 :

(Sc 5, dec 1), 4 times. (24 sts)

Round 20 :

(Sc 6, dec 1), 3 times. (21 sts)

Round 21 :

(Sc 5, dec 1), 3 times. (18 sts)

Round 22 :

(Sc 4, dec 1), 3 times. (15 sts)

Info :

Fasten off, leaving a yarn tail for sewing. Stuff the body, but not too firmly. You want the body to hold its shape but still be squishy and sit flat on the bottom. Sew the body to the head.

— Arms :

Item Name (P1) :

(Make 2)

Round 1 :

Ch 2, 6 sc in first ch. (6 sts)

Round 2 :

2 sc in first st, sc 5. (7 sts)

Round 3 :

Dec 1, sc 5. (6 sts)

Round 4-7 :

Switch to dark brown. Sc 6. (4 total rounds)

Info :

Now, before fastening off, chain 1 and then single crochet through both layers across the top of the arm to close it (2 sc sts across). Fasten off, leaving a yarn tail for sewing. Weave in the ends from the color change.

Info :

Attach the dark brown yarn at the color change, sc 6 around the arm to form a cuff. Fasten off, and weave in the ends.

Info :

Sew the arms to the sides of the body, right below the head.

— Cowl :

Info :

Note: this cowl is crocheted in rows.

Round 1 :

Ch 42, then starting in the 2nd ch from your hook, sc 41 across. (41 sts)

Round 2 :

Ch 1, sc 41. (41 sts)

Round 3-6 :

Repeat R2. (4 total rounds)

Info :

Fasten off, leaving a yarn tail for sewing. To attach the cowl, wrap it around Yoda's neck so one end overlaps the other by several stitches and sew the overlapping ends together. Then position the cowl and stitch it to the front and back of the body to secure. Secure yarn tail with a knot, cut, and weave in the end.

Info :

And there you go, you are done! Thank you so much for joining me in making a cute Yoda-inspired baby alien! Enjoy!

Assembly Instructions

  • Place the 12mm safety eyes between rounds 13 and 14 on the head with 6 stitches between them, then firmly press the washers onto the backs of the eyes.
  • Sew the ears to the head 8-9 rounds down from the beginning circle and 4-5 stitches back from the eyes on either side, positioning the bent side of the ear at the bottom.
  • Attach the body to the head by sewing through the opening at the bottom of the head to the top of the body and secure with even stitches so the doll can stand flat.
  • Sew the arms to the sides of the body right below the head using the yarn tails left from the arm closures and weave in ends neatly.
  • Wrap the cowl around the neck with one end overlapped, sew the overlap closed, then tack the cowl to the front and back of the body to secure it in place.

Important Notes

  • 💡Except for the cowl, all parts are crocheted in continuous rounds; do not join each round unless you prefer visible seams.
  • 💡Begin each circle with 'ch 2, 6 sc in first ch' or use a magic circle and 6 sc if you prefer that method.
  • 💡Fasten off leaving long tails for sewing pieces like the nose, ears, and cowl to make attachment easier.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and avoid overstuffing to maintain smooth shaping and ease while sewing parts together.

This Baby Alien amigurumi pattern brings a tiny, lovable companion to life with simple shaping and sweet details. 🧶 Make a delightful handmade gift or a charming keepsake for your shelf that measures about 5.5 inches tall. 🧵 Enjoy stitching the floppy ears, tiny nose, and cozy cowl — happy crocheting! ✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 5.5 inches (14 cm) tall when using the recommended yarn and 3.75mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but the final size will change. Use an appropriate hook for your yarn weight and expect the finished height and proportions to vary.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of single crochet, increases, decreases, and sewing pieces together is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish this project in 5-7 hours, depending on experience and how much time you spend on finishing and assembly.