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Blue Tang Fish Amigurumi Pattern

Blue Tang Fish 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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Charming Critter

Delightful animal designs with sweet details that capture the essence of your favorite woodland and farmyard friends.

About This Blue Tang Fish Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a Blue Tang (Dory-style) amigurumi using super bulky yarn for a soft, plush finish. You will crochet from the body up to the tail with integrated color changes to form the fish markings. The pattern includes instructions for dorsal fins, eye placement, and finishing touches.

Blue Tang Fish Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The design uses simple increases and decreases plus a few color switches to get the iconic stripes. Clear step-by-step rows and photos help guide you through assembly and finishing.

Why You'll Love This Blue Tang Fish Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it captures the cheerful character of the Blue Tang with surprisingly simple stitches. I enjoy how the color changes create bold, recognizable markings without complicated sewing. The use of super bulky yarn makes the toy quick to crochet and cuddly to hold, which is always satisfying. I also love that the pattern includes small details like dorsal fins and clear guidance for eye placement so the finished piece looks polished and playful.

Blue Tang Fish Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Blue Tang Fish Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Blue Tang Fish Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Blue Tang Fish Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love customizing this Blue Tang pattern by changing colors; try mint and navy for a fresh palette or pastel shades for a baby-safe toy.

I often swap the yarn weight to make minis for keychains—use sport or DK yarn and a smaller hook to scale the pattern down.

To make a chunkier version, use an even bulkier yarn or hold two strands together for extra plush texture and a larger finished size.

I sometimes replace safety eyes with embroidered eyes for baby-safe toys or to give a softer, handcrafted look.

Adding wire to the dorsal fins or tail allows for gentle posing; insert thin craft wire before fully stuffing the piece.

Try adding tiny embroidered smiles or freckles to change the fish's expression and personality for different characters.

Make a matching set by using the same body but changing stripe placement and colors to create family groups or aquarium displays.

Experiment with different stuffing levels—firmer stuffing yields a solid toy while lighter stuffing keeps the amigurumi squishier and more cuddly.

I like to add small crocheted accessories like a little seaweed or a starfish brooch to make each toy unique and gift-ready.

For a polished look, always weave in ends neatly and block the finished piece lightly to settle stitches and shape the fins if needed.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not switching yarn colors exactly where indicated can make markings look messy; follow the bold/underlined cues and carry or cut yarn cleanly at the color change. ✗ Forgetting to stuff gradually will cause lumps and uneven shaping; stuff a little at a time and shape as you go for a smooth finish. ✗ Skipping stitch counts during rounds will create mismatched shaping later; count your stitches often and mark your starting stitch with a marker. ✗ Pulling stitches too tight when working with super bulky yarn causes stiffness and distorted shaping; use consistent, relaxed tension to keep the toy soft and even. ✗ Attaching fins or eyes without pinning first can result in uneven placement; pin pieces in place, check symmetry, then sew securely.

Blue Tang Fish Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming Blue Tang (Dory) amigurumi with this clear, photo-supported crochet pattern. You will work from the body up to the tail with color changes for authentic markings. The pattern uses super bulky yarn for a plush, quick-to-make toy that makes a lovely handmade gift.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Blue Tang Fish Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Super Bulky yarn (Category 6) - Blue (main color)
  • 02
    Super Bulky yarn (Category 6) - Black (accent color)
  • 03
    Super Bulky yarn (Category 6) - Yellow (accent color)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.5mm (E)
  • 02
    Stitch maker (stitch marker)
  • 03
    Sewing needle
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Plastic safety eyes 8mm (2 pieces)
  • 06
    Hot glue gun
  • 07
    Fiberfill (polyester stuffing)

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— Body & Tail :

Info :

Begin with Blue yarn. *When the text is bold and underlined, switch to BLACK yarn*

Round 1 :

5 SC in an MR (5)

Round 2 :

2SC, INC, 2SC (6)

Round 3 :

INC, SC, 2INC, SC, INC (10)

Round 4 :

SC, 7INC, 2SC (17)

Round 5 :

4SC, (INC, SC) 4 times, INC, 4SC (22)

Round 6 :

5SC, (INC, SC) 6 times, 5SC (28)

Round 7 :

8SC, INC, 10SC, INC, 8SC (30)

Round 8 :

14SC, 2SC, 14SC (30)

Round 9-10 :

13SC, 4SC, 13SC (30)

Round 11 :

10SC, 10SC, 10SC (30)

Round 12 :

9SC, 2SC, 2SC, 4SC, 2SC, 2SC, 9SC (30)

Round 13 :

9SC, SC, 3SC, 4SC, 3SC, SC, 9SC (30)

Round 14 :

3SC, DEC, 3SC, DEC, 3SC, DEC, 2SC, SC, DEC, SC, DEC, 2SC, DEC, 3SC, DEC (24)

Round 15-16 :

6SC, 2SC, 3SC, 3SC, 2SC, 2SC, 6SC (24)

Round 17 :

2SC, DEC, 2SC, (DEC, 2SC) 3 times, DEC, 2SC, DEC (18)

Round 18 :

5SC, 9SC, 4SC (18)

Round 19 :

(SC, DEC) 2 times, (SC, DEC) 3 times, SC, DEC

Info :

*Stuffing*

Info :

Cut the Black and Blue yarn

Info :

Change to Yellow yarn

Round 20 :

Crochet 2 side together with 6SC

Round 21 :

Turn, 2CH, DC-INC 6 times (12)

Info :

Change to Black yarn

Round 22 :

Turn, CH, 12SC (12)

Info :

Weave in the yarn end and cut

— Dorsal Fins :

Part 1 (P1) :

Begin with Blue yarn (Make 2). Pick up the yarn from row 7, apart 8 stitch. Row 1: (Chains 1, HDC, 3DC, HDC) in one stitch (5). Change to Yellow yarn. Row 2: Turn, CH, 5SC (5). Weave in the yarn end and cut.

Part 2 (P2) :

Begin with Blue yarn. Pick up the yarn from R8 to R16, in the vertical line from head to tail. Row 1: (Chains 1, SC, 7DC, SC) in one stitch (9). Change to Black yarn. Row 2: Turn, CH, 9SC (9). Weave in the yarn end and cut.

Info :

Attach the eyes at R5-R6, apart 8 stitch

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the two Part 1 dorsal fins to the body at the picked up yarn location from Row 7, spacing each fin where the pattern indicates and sew securely by weaving the ends through the picked-up stitches.
  • Sew the Part 2 dorsal fin along the vertical line picked up from R8 to R16, aligning it from head to tail and securing with small whipstitches so it sits upright.
  • Insert and secure the 8mm safety eyes between rounds R5 and R6, leaving them apart by 8 stitches as indicated, then lock or fasten according to eye instructions.
  • Weave in all yarn ends from color changes and trim close to the fabric; use a hot glue gun for any small spots that need reinforcement after sewing.
  • Stuff the body firmly before closing the tail area in R19-R22, then finish with the Yellow tail edge and weave in ends as instructed.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the beginning of each round; this helps keep track during shaping and color changes.
  • 💡Stuff the fish gradually and evenly to maintain a smooth, rounded shape and avoid hard lumps or gaps.
  • 💡When switching colors follow the bold and underlined cues in the pattern and weave in or cut yarn tails as directed to keep the fabric tidy.
  • 💡Pin dorsal fins and eyes in place before sewing to ensure symmetrical placement and proper alignment.

This delightful Blue Tang (Dory-style) amigurumi brings the ocean to your hands with playful stripes and soft texture. Perfect as a gift or a cheerful desk buddy, it combines quick construction with bold colourwork for maximum charm. Happy crocheting and sea-bound smiles! 🐟🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 12-15 cm long when using super bulky yarn and the recommended 3.5mm hook; exact size may vary with tension.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can substitute yarn weights but this will change the final size; adjust your hook size accordingly and expect different stitch counts to affect fit.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate due to color changes and shaping; basic knowledge of SC, INC, DEC, HDC and working in the round is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish this project in about 5-7 hours, depending on experience, speed, and how much time is spent on finishing details and sewing parts.