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Crochet Frog Amigurumi Pattern

Crochet Frog Amigurumi Pattern
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2-3 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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Bite-Sized Project

Finishes in 2-4 hours—perfect for an afternoon of creative relaxation.

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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 Crochet Frog Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a small, stuffed crochet frog with a beak-like head and four articulated legs. It uses single crochet shaping, simple increases and decreases, and a separate eye piece for a cute finish. The pattern includes clear, numbered steps and photos to help you through each section. You can customize the beak interior color and choose safety eyes or crocheted eye centers.

Crochet Frog Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You will crochet a closed beak/head and a round bottom body, then attach two eyes and four legs. Suitable for crafters familiar with basic stitches and magic ring technique.

Why You'll Love This Crochet Frog Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns small, simple stitches into a charming little frog with a lot of personality. I enjoy the beak-shaped head construction — it gives the frog a playful silhouette that is different from typical amigurumi heads. The pattern is compact and relaxing to make, so I can finish a frog in an afternoon and still feel proud of the result. I also like that there are options for crocheted eyes or safety eyes, letting me change the look depending on the recipient.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this frog by changing yarn colors; try pastel shades for a softer look or neon greens for a bold, modern frog.

I sometimes substitute a thicker yarn and a larger hook to make a chunky, cuddly version that feels great to hold.

I also like to make miniature versions by using thinner yarn and a smaller hook, which are perfect as keychains or tiny gifts.

I often swap the white-and-black eye crochet method for small safety eyes to speed up finishing and create a different expression.

I recommend trying embroidered mouth or nostril details to give the frog more personality without adding bulk.

I sometimes add tiny crocheted accessories like a scarf or hat to make the frog seasonal or gift-ready.

I’ve experimented with adding wire to the legs for a posable frog that can sit in different positions on a shelf.

I encourage you to play with texture stitches for the body if you want a more tactile, rustic finish.

I suggest combining two yarn types (cotton for the body, acrylic for accessories) to achieve different drape and texture effects.

I find that blocking the eye pieces lightly before sewing can help them sit flush and look neater once attached.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch count check before starting row 18 can lead to misaligned body rounds; count 30 stitches around and mark the start before crocheting row 18. ✗ Forgetting to change color for the inside of the beak will leave visible color joins; change to pink (if desired) at the specified round and switch back where directed. ✗ Overstuffing the beak and body will distort the shape and make sewing difficult; stuff both parts lightly and gradually to achieve the correct shape. ✗ Not sewing legs in even positions will make the frog sit unevenly; pin and reference the photos, spacing the four legs symmetrically before sewing.

Crochet Frog Amigurumi Pattern

Make a delightful crochet frog with this easy-to-follow pattern that guides you through the body, eyes and four legs. You will enjoy shaping the beak-style head and sewing the pieces together into a charming, handmade friend. Perfect for gifting or keeping, this pattern uses simple stitches and clear step-by-step photographs.

Intermediate 2-3 Hours

Materials Needed for Crochet Frog Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Fyberfill stuffing
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    Green yarn suitable for a 4mm crochet hook (main color)
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    White yarn suitable for a 4mm crochet hook (for the white part of the eyes)
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    Black yarn suitable for a 4mm crochet hook (for the pupil detail)
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    Optional: Pink yarn if you want the inside of the beak to be pink

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size 4mm
  • 02
    Sewing needle (yarn needle) for sewing pieces
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    A pair of scissors
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    Safety eyes (optional) or yarn to crochet black eye centers
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    Stitch marker (recommended to mark rounds)
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    Pins for positioning pieces (optional)

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— Body :

Round 1 :

Make a magic ring. Chain 6 in the ring. (6) (If you don’t know how to make a magic ring, do the following: chain 2, SC6 in 2nd chain from hook.)

Round 2 :

SC2 in every SC. (12)

Round 3 :

SC2 in next SC, SC1 in next. Repeat around. (18)

Round 4 :

SC2 in next SC, SC1 in next 2 stitches. Repeat around. (24)

Round 5 :

SC2 in next SC, SC1 in next 3 stitches. Repeat around. (30)

Round 6 :

SC30 (30)

Round 7 :

Chain 1. (If you want the inside of the beak to be pink, change to pink here.)

Round 8 :

Go back in the direction you came from and SC15. Chain 1. (15)

Round 9 :

SC1, skip one stitch, SC3, skip one stitch, SC3, skip one stitch, SC3, skip one stitch, SC1. Chain one. (11)

Round 10 :

SC2, skip one stitch, SC2, skip one stitch, SC2, skip one stitch, SC2. Chain one (8)

Round 11 :

SC2, skip one stitch, SC2, skip one stitch, SC2. Chain one. (6)

Round 12 :

SC1, skip one stitch, SC2, skip one stitch, SC1. (4)

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This is what it should look like right now:

Round 13 :

SC4. Chain one. (4)

Round 14 :

SC2 in next stitch, SC2, SC2 in next stitch. Chain one. (6)

Round 15 :

SC1, SC2 in next stitch, SC2, SC2 in next stitch, SC1. Chain one. (8)

Round 16 :

SC1, SC2 in next stitch, SC2, SC2 in next stitch, 1SC, SC2 in next stitch, SC1. Chain one. (11)

Round 17 :

SC1, SC2 in next stitch, SC2, SC2 in next stitch, SC1, SC2 in next stitch, SC2, SC2 in next stitch, SC1. Chain one. (15) (If you made the inside of the beak pink, change here to green again.)

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Now close the side of the beak by going up with SL ST. Go around the back of the beak with SL ST as well and go down on the other side with SL ST. Here's what it should look like when you start on the first side of the beak.

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You have now closed the beak and you will start making the bottom of the body. This is how it looks when you start row 18. In row 18 you have to SC30. Before you start this row, count 30 stitches around so you've got clear where the 30 stitches are.

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The black line with the arrow points out where you have to go.

Round 18-20 :

SC30 (30)

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After finishing row 20 you have to attach the eyes to the head. The head is not the part you are working on. It's the part you have finished already. After you have attached the eyes, follow the rest of the pattern.

Round 21 :

DEC 1 stitch, SC3. Repeat around. (24)

Round 22 :

DEC 1 stitch, SC2. Repeat around. (18)

Round 23 :

DEC 1 stitch, SC1. Repeat around. (12)

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Now stuff both parts of the beak and the body. Don’t use too much stuffing.

Round 24 :

DEC 1 stitch, SC1. Repeat around. (8)

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Fasten off and leave a tail. Close the body.

— Eyes (make 2) :

Round 1 :

Make a magic ring. Chain 8 in the ring. (8) (If you don’t know how to make a magic ring, do the following: chain 2, SC8 in 2nd chain from hook.)

Round 2 :

SC2 in every second stitch. (12)

Round 3 :

SC12. (12)

Round 4 :

DEC 6 by crocheting every 2SC together. (6)

Round 5 :

Fasten off and leave tail for sewing the eye to the head.

Round 6 :

Make the black part of the eyes.

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If you prefer safety eyes, you can push the safety eye through the middle of the white part (see picture below). It’s best to push the back of the eye through the body so the washer is on the inside of the body.

— Hind-legs (make 2) :

Round 1 :

Chain 4. Close the ring with a SL ST.

Round 2 :

SC1 in every chain. (4)

Round 3-9 :

SC4. (4)

Round 10 :

Chain 1.

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The leg now looks like this:

Round 11 :

SC2 on the top of the leg. Chain 1.

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Just push your crochet hook through the top of the leg, like this:

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After you’ve done the SC2 of row 11, it should look like this:

Round 12 :

SC2 in every SC. Chain 1. (4)

Round 13 :

SC2 in the first stitch, SC2, SC2 in the last stitch. (6)

Round 14 :

Chain 3.

Round 15 :

Skip the first stitch. SC1 in the next.

Round 16 :

Chain 3.

Round 17 :

SC1 in the next stitch.

Round 18 :

Repeat 3 more times until you have 5 toes.

Round 19 :

Fasten off.

— Front-legs (make 2) :

Round 1 :

Chain 4. Close the ring with a SL ST.

Round 2 :

SC1 in every chain. (4)

Round 3-6 :

SC4. (4)

Round 7 :

Chain 1.

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If you need help by making this part of the leg, just take a look at the pictures from row 10 and 11 of the hind-legs.

Round 8 :

SC2 on the top of the leg. Chain 1. (2)

Round 9 :

SC2 in every SC. Chain 1. (4)

Round 10 :

SC2 in the first stitch, SC2, SC2 in the last stitch. (6)

Round 11 :

Chain 3.

Round 12 :

Skip the first stitch. SC1 in the next.

Round 13 :

Chain 3.

Round 14 :

SC1 in the next stitch.

Round 15 :

Repeat 3 more times until you have 5 toes.

Round 16 :

Fasten off.

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After you’ve finished all four legs, sew them onto the body on the positions as shown on the picture on top of this pattern.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the eyes to the head after finishing row 20; position the white eye pieces on the head where shown in the photos and sew securely using the tails left from the eye pieces.
  • Stuff both parts of the beak and the body lightly before closing; do not overstuff to keep the shape correct.
  • Sew each hind-leg and front-leg to the body using the long tails, positioning them symmetrically as shown in the pattern photos for a balanced look.
  • Close the body after round 24 using the tail left from fastening off; weave the end in securely and hide inside the body.
  • If using safety eyes, push the eye through the middle of the white part and secure the washer on the inside of the body for best hold.

Important Notes

  • 💡Count your stitches before starting row 18 to ensure you have 30 stitches around as indicated in the pattern.
  • 💡Change yarn color at the exact points noted for the inside of the beak and change back where directed to avoid visible color joins.
  • 💡Leave tails when fastening off the eyes and legs so you have enough yarn to sew pieces securely to the body.
  • 💡Use light stuffing in the beak and body to preserve the shape and make sewing pieces together easier.

This cute frog pattern is perfect for an afternoon crochet project that makes a lovable handmade gift. It combines simple shaping with charming details like five-toed legs and a beak-style head. Make one in bright green, or customize colors to create your own unique amphibian friend. 🐸🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished frog size will depend on your tension and yarn, but using yarn suitable for a 4mm hook typically yields a small amigurumi around palm-sized.

Can I use safety eyes instead of crocheted eye centers?

Yes, the pattern mentions that you can push safety eyes through the middle of the white eye piece and secure the washer inside the body for safety and a clean finish.

Do I need to know how to make a magic ring?

A magic ring is used in several start rounds; if you don’t know it, the pattern provides an alternative (chain 2 and SC into the 2nd chain from the hook) so beginners can follow along.

How long will this project take to complete?

Most crocheters finish this project in about 2-3 hours, though time can vary depending on experience and how much detail you add.