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Baby Grinch & Baby Max Amigurumi Pattern

Baby Grinch & Baby Max Amigurumi Pattern
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10-12 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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Slow & Steady

A 10-12 hour project—great for savoring the process over several sessions.

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Holiday Cheer

Festive fun for the season, bringing handmade magic to celebrations and creating new family traditions.

About This Baby Grinch & Baby Max Amigurumi Pattern

This comprehensive pattern includes detailed instructions to crochet two distinct characters: a Baby Grinch and his dog, Baby Max. The Grinch stands approximately 15 inches tall and features a sculpted face, detailed fingers, and a fuzzy hair tuft. Max accompanies him with his signature single antler and jingle bell collar, making them the perfect pair for your holiday display.

Baby Grinch & Baby Max Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern utilizes worsted weight yarn and includes specific assembly guides to achieve the unique expressions and poses for both characters.

Why You'll Love This Baby Grinch & Baby Max Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it captures the softer, cuter side of these classic holiday characters. The Baby Grinch's expression is just so endearing, especially when you add the little heart to his chest! I also adore how the wire brush technique gives them a fuzzy, realistic texture without needing specialty yarn. Making Max with his little antler is the cherry on top—they truly belong together!

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Switch Things Up

I love how customizable these holiday characters are! You can easily change the size of your Baby Grinch and Max by swapping out your yarn weight and hook size.

If you want a giant, huggable pair, try using super bulky yarn with a larger hook—they would make amazing decor pieces under the tree!

For the Grinch's scarf, you can crochet a simple long strip in red, or even use a piece of real fabric or ribbon for a different texture.

I also like the idea of adding a little personalization to Max's collar—maybe a tiny tag with his name or using different colored bells.

If you're making these for very small children, consider embroidering the eyes and nose instead of using safety eyes to make them baby-safe.

You can also play around with the Grinch's expression by adjusting the placement of his embroidered eyebrows and smile—make him grumpier or sweeter depending on your mood!

Don't forget the heart! You can cut it from felt as suggested, or crochet a tiny red heart applique for a fully yarn-based finish.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Overstuffing the head before sculpting the eyes can make it difficult to achieve the sunken eye look; stuff moderately and shape as you go. ✗ Not marking the beginning of rounds can lead to losing your place in the increase/decrease sections; always use a stitch marker. ✗ Joining the fingers for the Grinch's hand can be tricky; count your stitches carefully to ensure you have 24 stitches around the combined fingers. ✗ Placing the eyes without counting the holes precisely can result in a lopsided expression; verify placement relative to the increase rounds.

Baby Grinch & Baby Max Amigurumi Pattern

Bring the holiday magic to life with this adorable duo! This pattern set allows you to create your very own baby versions of the classic green grump and his loyal canine companion. With their expressive eyes, fuzzy textures, and festive details, these amigurumi dolls make perfect Christmas decorations or cherished gifts for the holiday season.

Intermediate 10-12 Hours

Materials Needed for Baby Grinch & Baby Max Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted Weight Yarn (#4) - Green (approx. 100g for Grinch)
  • 02
    Worsted Weight Yarn (#4) - Brown (Color A for Max)
  • 03
    Worsted Weight Yarn (#4) - Dark Brown (Color B for Max)
  • 04
    Worsted Weight Yarn (#4) - Yellow (Color C for Max)
  • 05
    Worsted Weight Yarn (#4) - Red (Color D for Max)
  • 06
    Red Felt (for Grinch heart)
  • 07
    Black embroidery thread

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet Hook 3.25 mm (D)
  • 02
    Safety eyes 24 mm (2 for Grinch)
  • 03
    Safety eye 21 mm (1 for Grinch nose, painted green)
  • 04
    Safety eyes 18 mm (2 for Max)
  • 05
    Safety nose 26 mm (1 for Max)
  • 06
    Scissors
  • 07
    Sewing needle
  • 08
    Stitch marker
  • 09
    Fiberfill stuffing
  • 10
    Green acrylic paint (optional for Grinch nose)
  • 11
    Nail sealer (optional for Grinch nose)
  • 12
    Wire pet brush (for fuzzy texture)
  • 13
    Craft wire (optional for Max's antler)
  • 14
    Jingle bells (optional for Max's collar)
  • 15
    Fabric glue or Hot glue

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— Grinch Nose :

Info :

Use a 21 mm safety eye painted green (optional) or crochet the nose.

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around (12)

Round 3 :

sc in each st around

Round 4 :

Dec x 6 (6)

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing. You will need to stuff the nose.

— Grinch Head/Body :

Info :

Crocheted from top of head to bottom. Use Color A (Green).

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around (12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Round 5 :

sc in each st around

Round 6 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Round 7 :

(4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)

Round 8 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)

Round 9 :

(6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)

Rounds 10-16 :

sc in each st around

Round 17 :

(inc, 7 sc) x 6 (54)

Round 18 :

inc x 3, 32 sc, inc x 3, 16 sc (60)

Info :

Place a stitch marker on the 1st increase and last increase of round 18.

Round 19 :

(inc, 9 sc) x 6 (66)

Rounds 20-21 :

sc in each st around

Round 22 :

(dec, 9 sc) x 6 (60)

Round 23 :

sc in each st around

Round 24 :

(dec, 8 sc) x 6 (54)

Info :

Stuff the head as you work.

Round 25 :

(dec, 7 sc) x 6 (48)

Round 26 :

sc in each st around

Round 27 :

(dec, 6 sc) x 6 (42)

Round 28 :

sc in each st around

Round 29 :

dec x 3, 21 sc, dec x 3, 9 sc (36)

Info :

Place eyes between rounds 16 and 17. Place the 1st eye before the 1st increase (one hole before stitch marker from round 18). Count 11 holes after that eye and place the 2nd eye after the last increase.

Round 30 :

(dec, 4 sc) x 6 (30)

Round 31 :

(dec, 3 sc) x 6 (24)

Rounds 32-34 :

sc in each st around

Round 34 (Continued in text) :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Round 36 :

(4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)

Rounds 37-39 :

sc in each st around

Round 40 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)

Rounds 41-42 :

sc in each st around

Round 43 :

(6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)

Rounds 44-45 :

sc in each st around

Round 46 :

(7 sc, inc) x 6 (54)

Round 47 :

sc in each st around

Round 48 :

(inc, sc) x 2, 42 sc, (inc, sc) x 4 (60)

Rounds 49-56 :

sc in each st around

Round 57 :

(dec, 8 sc) x 6 (54)

Round 58 :

sc in each st around

Round 59 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6 (48)

Round 60 :

(6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)

Round 61 :

(5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)

Round 62 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)

Round 63 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)

Round 64 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Round 65 :

(sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Round 66 :

dec x 6 (6)

Info :

F/O and sew the hole closed.

— Grinch Legs (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

Make 4 sc into a magic ring (4)

Round 2 :

inc, sc, dec (4)

Round 3 :

inc x 2, 2 sc (6)

Round 4 :

inc x 2, 4 sc (8)

Round 5 :

inc x 2, 6 sc (10)

Round 6 :

inc x 2, 8 sc (12)

Round 7 :

sc in each st around

Round 8 :

(sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Round 9 :

sc in each st around and work an additional 6 sc (to move starting point)

Row 10 :

Ch 1, turn, work 16 sc across

Row 11 :

ch 1, turn, sc across

Row 12 :

ch 1, turn, 6 sc, dec x 2, 6 sc (14)

Row 13 :

ch 1, turn, dec, 3 sc, 4 hdc, 3 sc, dec (12)

Row 14 :

ch 1, turn, dec, 3 sc, 2 hdc, 3 sc, dec (10)

Row 15 :

ch 1, turn, dec, 6 sc, dec (8)

Row 16 :

ch 1, turn, dec, 4 sc, dec (6)

Round 17 :

ch 1, turn, work 6 sc across the top, work 6 sc up the side of the foot, work 3 sc across the front, work 6 sc down the side of the foot (21)

Round 18 :

sc in each st around

Round 19 :

(5 sc, dec) x 3 (18)

Round 20 :

(4 sc, dec) x 3 (15)

Info :

Start stuffing the feet and legs.

Rounds 21-24 :

sc in each st around

Round 25 :

Dec, 13 sc (14)

Rounds 26-28 :

sc in each st around

Round 29 :

Dec, 12 sc (13)

Info :

Stop stuffing the leg.

Rounds 30-31 :

sc in each st around

Round 32 :

Dec, 11 sc (12)

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Grinch Arms (Make 2) :

Fingers (Make 3) :

Round 1: Make 4 sc into a magic ring (4)

Round 2 :

sc in each st around

Round 3 :

(inc, sc) x 2 (6)

Rounds 4-6 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Do not stuff the fingers. Round 7: (inc, 2 sc) x 2 (8). Rounds 8-9: sc in each st around. Do not F/O the 3rd finger.

Joining Fingers (Round 1) :

Work a sc on the 2nd finger to join them, work 3 more sc across the 2nd finger, work a sc on the 1st finger to join them, work 7 more sc on the 1st finger, work 4 sc on the back of the 2nd finger, work 8 sc around the 3rd finger (24)

Round 2 :

(6 sc, dec) x 3 (21)

Round 3 :

(5 sc, dec) x 3 (18)

Rounds 4-5 :

sc in each st around

Round 6 :

(4 sc, dec) x 3 (15)

Round 7 :

(3 sc, dec) x 3 (12)

Rounds 8-12 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Start stuffing the hand.

Round 13 :

Dec, 10 sc (11)

Rounds 14-17 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Stop stuffing the arms.

Round 18 :

Dec, 9 sc (10)

Rounds 19-22 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Work 2 sc, Fold the arm in half and sc the opening closed. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Grinch Hair :

Step 1 :

Cut approximately 12 strands of green yarn approximately 8 inches in length.

Step 2 :

Insert the hook into the top of the head, double strand your yarn pieces. Make a knot with the yarn to attach the hair.

Step 3 :

Take your wire brush and brush out the yarn. Trim the yarn. Twist the yarn into 4 pieces.

— Grinch Heart :

Step 1 :

Cut a heart out of red felt.

Step 2 :

Sew or hot glue the heart onto the body.

— Baby Max Head :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around (12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rounds 5-7 :

sc in each st around

Round 8 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Rounds 9-12 :

sc in each st around

Round 13 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6, 12 sc (36)

Round 14 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6, 12 sc (42)

Round 15 :

(4 sc, inc) x 6, 12 sc (48)

Round 16 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6, 12 sc (54)

Info :

Place nose in between rounds 4 and 5, in between the eyes. Place eyes between rows 14 and 15, leaving 13 holes between them. 1st eye before 2nd increase.

Rounds 17-22 :

sc in each st around

Round 23 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6 (48)

Round 24 :

(6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)

Round 25 :

(5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)

Round 26 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)

Round 27 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)

Round 28 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Round 29 :

(sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Round 30 :

dec x 6 (6)

Info :

F/O and sew the hole closed.

— Baby Max Body :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around (12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)

Round 8 :

(6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)

Rounds 9-16 :

sc in each st around

Round 17 :

dec x 3, 18 sc, dec x 3, 18 sc (42)

Rounds 18-20 :

sc in each st around

Round 21 :

(5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)

Info :

Start stuffing the body.

Rounds 22-24 :

sc in each st around

Round 25 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)

Rounds 26-27 :

sc in each st around

Round 28 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)

Rounds 29-30 :

sc in each st around

Round 31 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Round 32 :

(4 sc, dec) x 3 (15)

Rounds 33-35 :

sc in each st around

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Baby Max Tail :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring (6)

Rounds 2-3 :

Sc in each st around

Round 4 :

(sc, inc) x 3 (9)

Rounds 5-6 :

Sc in each st around

Round 7 :

(2 sc, inc) x 3 (12)

Rounds 8-9 :

Sc in each st around

Round 10 :

(3 sc, inc) x 3 (15)

Rounds 11-15 :

Sc in each st around

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Baby Max Arms (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around (12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rounds 4-5 :

sc in each st around

Round 6 :

7 sc, dec x 2, 7 sc (16)

Round 7 :

6 sc, dec x 2, 6 sc (14)

Rounds 8-11 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Start stuffing the arms.

Round 12 :

Dec, 12 sc (13)

Rounds 13-15 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Stop stuffing the arms.

Round 16 :

Dec, 11 sc (12)

Rounds 17-19 :

Sc in each st around

Round 20 :

Dec, 10 sc (11)

Rounds 21-23 :

Sc in each st around

Round 24 :

Dec, 9 sc (10)

Rounds 25-27 :

Sc in each st around

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Baby Max Legs (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around (12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rounds 4-5 :

sc in each st around

Round 6 :

7 sc, dec x 2, 7 sc (16)

Round 7 :

6 sc, dec x 2, 6 sc (14)

Rounds 8-10 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Start stuffing the legs.

Round 11 :

Dec, 12 sc (13)

Rounds 12-14 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Stop stuffing the legs.

Round 15 :

Dec, 11 sc (12)

Rounds 16-18 :

Sc in each st around

Round 19 :

(4 sc, dec) x 2 (10)

Round 20 :

Sc in each st around

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Baby Max Ears (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around (12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rounds 5-7 :

sc in each st around

Round 8 :

(dec, 10 sc) x 2 (22)

Rounds 9-10 :

Sc in each st around

Round 11 :

(dec, 9 sc) x 2 (20)

Rounds 12-13 :

sc in each st around

Round 14 :

(dec, 8 sc) x 2 (18)

Rounds 15-16 :

Sc in each st around

Round 17 :

(dec, 7 sc) x 2 (16)

Round 18 :

Sc in each st around

Round 19 :

(dec, 6 sc) x 2 (14)

Round 20 :

Sc in each st around

Round 21 :

(dec, 5 sc) x 2 (12)

Round 22 :

Sc in each st around

Round 23 :

(dec, 4 sc) x 2 (10)

Round 24 :

Sc in each st around

Info :

Fold the ears in half, sc the opening closed. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Baby Max Big Antler :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around (12)

Round 3 :

(3 sc, inc) x 3 (15)

Round 4 :

BLO sc in each st around

Rounds 5-7 :

sc in each st around

Round 8 :

(3 sc, dec) x 3 (12)

Rounds 9-10 :

sc in each st around

Round 11 :

(sc, dec) x 3 (9)

Rounds 12-14 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Stop stuffing the antler. Rounds 15-33: sc in each st around. Insert wire for curved shape.

Round 34 :

BLO sc in each st around

Round 35 :

(sc, dec) x 3 (6)

Info :

F/O and sew the opening closed.

— Baby Max Small Antler :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

(sc, inc) x 3 (9)

Round 3 :

BLO sc in each st around

Round 4 :

sc in each st around

Round 5 :

Dec, 7 sc (8)

Round 6 :

sc in each st around

Round 7 :

Dec, 6 sc (7)

Round 8 :

sc in each st around

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Baby Max Collar :

Row 1 :

Ch approximately 22. Hdc in the 2nd chain from hook and across. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the Grinch's arms onto the body between rounds 32 and 36, pinning them at an angle facing forward.
  • Attach the Grinch's legs to the body by turning it upside down and sewing them between rounds 5 and 6.
  • Create the Grinch's eye detail by threading a long strand of white yarn around the eye corners, then embroider smile lines and eyebrows with black thread.
  • For Max, sew the head to the body, ensuring it is secure and well-stuffed at the neck connection.
  • Attach Max's tail to the back of the body between rounds 9 and 14.
  • Sew Max's ears to the side of the head between rounds 21 and 25.
  • Assemble Max's antler by sewing the small piece to the big one, then attach the completed antler to the top of the head between the ears.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round and work in a continuous spiral unless stated otherwise.
  • 💡For the eye sculpting (sunken eye look), pull the yarn slightly back and forth between eye holes about 3 times until desired look is reached.
  • 💡When making the Grinch's arms, do not stuff the fingers, but start stuffing the hand after joining.
  • 💡You can use a wire pet brush to gently brush the Grinch's body and hair for a fuzzy, fur-like texture.
  • 💡Adjust eye placement if using different yarn weights or hook sizes to ensure the expression looks correct.

These two festive friends are ready to steal your heart (and maybe a Christmas tree)! Whether you display them together or gift them to a loved one, they bring a touch of Whoville magic to any home. Enjoy every stitch of this holiday adventure! 🎄💚🐶

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FAQs

What is the finished size of the dolls?

The finished dolls measure approximately 15 inches from foot to top of head when using weight 4 yarn and a 3.25 mm hook.

Can I use safety eyes for the Grinch's nose?

Yes, the pattern suggests using a 21 mm safety eye painted green for the nose, but instructions are also provided to crochet a nose if you prefer.

Is the wire in Max's antler necessary?

The wire is optional but recommended if you want the antler to hold a specific curved shape; otherwise, you can just stuff it lightly.

How do I make the Grinch look fuzzy?

You can use a wire pet brush to gently brush out the yarn on the body, head, and hair tuft after crocheting to create a brushed, furry look.