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Grandpa Amigurumi Pattern

Grandpa 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 Grandpa Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a detailed Grandpa amigurumi complete with nose, moustache, eyebrows, cozy sweater and posable arms. The design features colorwork rounds and small sewn details to capture a warm, characterful expression. You will crochet pieces in the round and finish with careful assembly and embroidery for the facial features.

Grandpa Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Detailed photo steps accompany the assembly instructions so you can match placement precisely. The finished toy measures approximately 22 cm when using the recommended yarns and hook size.

Why You'll Love This Grandpa Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines simple amigurumi construction with charming character details that bring the Grandpa to life. I enjoy the colorwork on the sweater and the opportunity to add personality with embroidered eyebrows and a stitched moustache. The pattern encourages careful finishing and sewing, which really elevates the final look. Making this project feels rewarding and it makes a heartfelt handmade gift that I am proud to give.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this Grandpa — I often change sweater colors to match seasons or recipient tastes.

I also experiment with yarn weight and a larger hook to create a chunkier, cuddlier version for little ones.

I sometimes use a finer yarn and smaller hook to make a tiny keychain-sized Grandpa for gifts and ornaments.

I add accessories like a tiny crocheted newspaper, glasses made from wire, or a hat to give him extra personality.

I vary facial details: move the eyes slightly or change eyebrow thickness to create many expressions from grumpy to jolly.

I recommend swapping the suede or felt for the shoe soles if you want more durable feet for a play-safe toy.

I often embroider different moustache styles by changing stitch length and direction for varied looks.

I encourage you to try different colorwork patterns on the sweater; the body rounds accept many motif repeats easily.

I sometimes replace the wire arms with fully stuffed arms for a softer, plush feel depending on who the recipient will be.

I love adding small buttons, tiny cuffs, or suspenders from leftover yarn to make each Grandpa unique and memorable.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the instruction to crochet tightly can cause noticeable holes between rounds; use a smaller hook or tighten your tension to avoid gaps. ✗ Forgetting to insert safety eyes at the specified stage will require unstitching and repositioning; place pins between rounds 13 and 14 and secure eyes before continuing. ✗ Overstuffing limbs and body creates a stiff, distorted shape; stuff gradually and evenly, stuffing firmly but not excessively to keep the form natural. ✗ Not counting stitches after increases and decreases leads to incorrect shaping; count the stitches at the end of each round and correct any mistakes immediately. ✗ Neglecting to pin pieces before sewing can result in asymmetry; use pins to position head, ears, and limbs and check from multiple angles before stitching.

Grandpa Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming handcrafted Grandpa amigurumi with this complete crochet pattern. You will find every round, stitch count, and assembly step to create a 22 cm tall toy with detailed facial features, hair, and a cozy sweater. Perfect for gifting or decorating your home with a touch of handmade personality. Follow the clear instructions and photos to bring this lovely character to life.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Grandpa Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Gazzal jeans 1122 (beige) - yarn suitable for body and skin tones (Gazzal jeans 58% cotton, 42% polyacrylic, 50 g/170 m)
  • 02
    Yarnart jeans 83 (powder) - for nose and cheeks (Yarnart jeans 55% cotton, 45% acrylic, 50 g/160 m)
  • 03
    Alize cotton gold 21 (grey melange) - for moustache and hair (Alize cotton gold 55% cotton, 45% acrylic, 100 g/330 m)
  • 04
    Gazzal jeans 1101 (white) - contrast color for sweater details
  • 05
    Yarnart jeans 68 (blue) - for trousers and shoes detail
  • 06
    Alize cotton gold 02 (mustard) - accent color for sweater pattern
  • 07
    Yarnart jeans 82 (green) - main sweater color
  • 08
    Yarnart jeans 70 (brown) - shoes and belt details

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook Clover 2 mm (US 4) or as appropriate for your tension
  • 02
    Wire for the arms wireframe (approx. 20-22 cm / 7.8-8.6 inches each)
  • 03
    6 mm safety eyes (2 pieces)
  • 04
    Thick cardboard or plastic sheet for insoles (cut two identical ovals)
  • 05
    Scissors
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    Yarn needle for sewing and embroidery
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    Stitch markers or pins for placement
  • 08
    Polyester stuffing (toy stuffing)
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    Adhesive tape or scotch tape for wrapping wire ends

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— Notes :

Infos :

We will crochet the grandpa in non-joining rounds without making turning chains. You have to crochet tightly to avoid holes between stitches. If you can't crochet tightly enough, then try to use a crochet hook which is smaller size. Stuff the toy firmly (until otherwise stated), spread the stuffing material evenly.

Info :

The finished toy measures 22 cm (8.6 inches) approximately in case of using the materials listed.

Infos :

Abbreviations: sc - single crochet. MR - magic ring. hdc - half double crochet. dc - double crochet. ch - chain. sl st - slip stitch. (...) - the number in brackets means the amount of stitches we should get at the end of the round.

— Head :

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc)*6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc)*6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc)*6 (30)

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc)*6 (36)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc)*6 (42)

Round 8 :

(6 sc, inc)*6 (48)

Round 9-20 :

48 sc

Info :

At this stage we are going to insert the eyes.

Info :

Mark two points between the rounds 13 and 14 with pins leaving 9 stitches apart. Insert the eyes and secure them.

Round 21 :

(6 sc, dec)*6 (42)

Info :

Stuff the piece firmly as you go.

Round 22 :

(5 sc, dec)*6 (36)

Round 23 :

(4 sc, dec)*6 (30)

Round 24 :

(3 sc, dec)*6 (24)

Round 25 :

(2 sc, dec)*6 (18)

Round 26 :

(1 sc, dec)*6 (12)

Round 27 :

6 dec

Info :

Cut the thread, fasten off, pull the opening closed through front loops using a needle. Weave in the thread tail inside of the piece.

— Nose :

Info :

Start crocheting in powder color.

Round 1 :

8 sc in MR

Round 2 :

8 sc

Info :

Change to beige color.

Round 3-7 :

8 sc (5 rounds)

Info :

Don't stuff the piece.

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Fold the piece in half and crochet 4 sc through both layers.

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Fasten off the thread, cut, leaving a long thread tail for sewing.

— Cheeks (2 pieces) :

Info :

Crochet in powder color.

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR, sl st

Info :

Fasten off the thread, cut, leaving a long thread tail for sewing.

— Moustache :

Info :

Crochet in grey melange color.

Row 1 :

make ch11

Row 2 :

from the second ch from the hook crochet 1 sc, 2 hdc, 4 dc, 2 hdc, 1 sc

Info :

Fasten off the thread, cut, leaving a long thread tail for sewing.

— Ears (2 pieces) :

Info :

Crochet in beige color.

Round 1 :

4 sc in MR

Info :

Pull the ring closed, fasten off the thread, cut, leaving a long thread tail for sewing.

— Hair :

Info :

Crochet in grey melange color.

Row 1 :

make ch33

Row 2 :

work from the second ch from the hook: 31 sc, 3 sc into one ch, continue crocheting across another side of the chain: 30 sc, inc (66)

Row 3 :

inc, 30 sc, 3 inc, 30 sc, 2 inc (72)

Info :

Fasten off the thread, cut, leaving a long thread tail for sewing.

— Assembly and Head Details :

Info :

Make two stitches in beige color above each eye. Then sew the nose. Find the nose location on the head. It should be located between the eyes, 2 stitches higher than the eyes level. We are going to sew the nose across its beige part only, inserting a needle through both nose layers.

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The nose base is also should be sewn. The moustache is located under the nose, insert the moustache under the pink part of the nose. Sew the moustache across the upper edge, leave the lower edge without sewing.

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Fix the ears on the head with pins. They should be located between the rounds 13 and 16, skipping 7 stitches to each side of both the eyes. Sew.

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The hair will be located above the ears. Fix the hair on the head with pins. Lower the back part of the hair slightly, forming a slight bending (see the photo). Sew the hair across the perimeter.

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Sew the cheeks (see the photo). I use the thread Alize cotton gold grey melange to embroider the eyebrows. I divide the yarn thread and use one strand folded in half. The eyebrows are located 1 stitch higher from the eyes and 1 stitch to both sides from the nose. The eyebrow length is 5 stitches. Make vertical stitches, the length of these stitches is 2 stitches, work moving from the nose.

Info :

Make the necessary number of stitches until the eyebrow becomes bushy enough. Embroider the stitches closer to each other.

— Arms (2 pieces) :

Info :

Start crocheting in beige color.

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR

Round 2 :

(1 sc, inc)*3 (9)

Round 3 :

9 sc

Round 4 :

4 sc, puff stitch consisting of three dc sts, 4 sc (9)

Round 5 :

9 sc

Info :

This part of the arm can be slightly stuffed, the rest part doesn't need to be stuffed.

Info :

Change to green color.

Round 6 :

9 sc into back loops only

Round 7 :

4 sc, inc, 4 sc (10)

Round 8 :

10 sc

Info :

Change to white color.

Round 9 :

10 sc

Info :

Change to green color.

Round 10 :

10 sc

Info :

Change to mustard color.

Round 11-12 :

10 sc (2 rounds)

Info :

Change to green color.

Round 13 :

10 sc

Round 14 :

(1 sc in green color, 1 sc in white color)*5 (10)

Info :

Then crochet in green color.

Round 15-28 :

10 sc (14 rounds)

Info :

Fasten off the thread, cut, weave in the thread end inside of the piece.

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In the round 6 crochet 9 sc in green color into free front loops.

— Legs and Body :

Info :

Start crocheting in brown color.

Round 1 :

Make ch8, from the second ch from the hook 6 sc, 3 sc into 1 stitch, continue crocheting across another side of the chain 5 sc, inc (16)

Round 2 :

inc, 5 sc, 3 inc, 5 sc, 2 inc (22)

Round 3 :

22 sc into back loops only

Round 4-6 :

22 sc (3 rounds)

Info :

Cut two identical ovals with the sole size from thick cardboard or plastic sheet. Insert it into the shoe.

Round 7 :

5 sc, 6 dec, 5 sc (16)

Info :

Change to blue color.

Round 8 :

16 sc into back loops only

Info :

Stuff the piece firmly. Then stuff as you go.

Round 9-21 :

16 sc (13 rounds)

Info :

Don't work the last stitch in the round 13, so the toes of both the legs will be facing outward.

Info :

Fasten off the thread, cut, weave in the thread tail inside of the piece.

Info :

The second leg is crocheted in the same way till the round 13. For the 13th round of the second leg crochet: 16 sc + work 5 sc more additiinally. Don't cut the thread, continue crocheting the body.

Info :

Make ch8 and join with the first leg.

Round 1 :

16 sc across the first leg, 8 sc across the chain, 16 sc across the second leg , 8 sc across the second side of the chain (48)

Round 2 :

(7 sc, inc)*6 (54)

Round 3 :

54 sc

Round 4 :

16 sc, (1 sc, inc)*6, 26 sc (60)

Round 5-9 :

60 sc (5 rounds)

Info :

Change to brown colors.

Round 10 :

60 sc into back loops only

Round 11 :

60 sc

Info :

Change to blue color.

Round 12 :

60 sc into back loops only

Info :

Change to green color.

Round 13 :

60 sc into back loops only

Round 14 :

60 sc

Info :

Change to white color.

Round 15 :

60 sc

Info :

Change to green color.

Round 16 :

60 sc

Info :

In the next six rounds we will crochet the pattern. The color changing will be in the next round. You can use this diagram. Or continue crocheting according to the pattern and I will write about color cganging.

Round 17 :

2 sc in green color, 1 sc in mustard color, (3 sc in green color, 1 sc in mustard color)*14, 1 sc in green color (60)

Round 18 :

(1 sc in green color, 3 sc in mustard color)*15 (60)

Round 19 :

60 sc in mustard color

Round 20 :

60 sc in green color

Round 21 :

2 sc in white color, 1 sc in green color, (3 sc in white color, 1 sc in green color)*14, 1 sc in white color (60)

Round 22 :

(1 sc in white color, 3 sc in green color)*15 (60)

Round 23 :

60 sc in green color

Round 24 :

crochet in mustard color 14 sc, (2 sc, dec)*6, 22 sc (54)

Round 25 :

crochet in green color 54 sc

Round 26 :

crochet in green color: 14 sc, (1 sc, dec)*6, 22 (48)

Round 27 :

(2 sc in white color, 2 sc in green color)*12 (48)

Info :

All the next rounds are crocheted in green color.

Round 28 :

(6 sc, dec)*6 (42)

Info :

In the twenty ninth round we are going to join the arms as we crochet.

Round 29 :

6 sc, crochet 5 sc together with the arm (make sure the arm is correctly located), 16 sc, 5 sc together with the second arm, 10 sc (42)

Round 30 :

6 sc, 5 sc across the rest stitches on the arm, continue crocheting across the body 16 sc, then 5 sc across the second arm, continue crocheting across the body 10 sc (42)

Info :

Now we are going to make a wireframe for the arms. Cut two pieces of wire with the length of about 20-22 cm (7.8-8.6 inches). Bend one wire end and wrap it with an adhesive tape or with a scotch tape. Insert the wire with the bent end inside of the arm.

Info :

Twist the wire ends around each other, cut the excess length. Wrap with an adhesive tape, bend and hide inside of the body.

Round 31 :

(5 sc, dec)*6 (36)

Round 32 :

36 sc

Info :

Fasten off the thread, cut, leaving a long thread tail for sewing.

— Assembly and Details :

Info :

Fix the head on the body with pins. Make sure that it is symmetrically located. Sew the head with an invisible seam. Fasten off the thread. Cut, weave in the thread tail inside of the piece.

Info :

In the legs' 9th round crochet 16 dc into free front loops of stitches with the blue thread.

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In the body's 12 round crochet 60 sc into free front loops of stitches with the blue thread.

Assembly Instructions

  • Make two stitches in beige color above each eye, then sew the nose between the eyes two stitches higher than the eyes level, securing across the beige nose part only.
  • Fix ears between rounds 13 and 16 on the head, skipping seven stitches to each side of both eyes; pin in place and sew securely.
  • Attach arms in round 29 by crocheting them into the body: make sure arms are correctly located, crochet 5 sc together with each arm as instructed, then continue body rounds.
  • Insert wire frames into arms before final stuffing: cut wire to about 20-22 cm, bend one end, wrap with tape, insert bent end into arm and hide twisted wire ends inside the body.
  • Sew cheeks and moustache in place as shown in photos, embroider eyebrows with one strand folded in half using grey melange thread, placing them 1 stitch higher than the eyes and 1 stitch to both sides from the nose.
  • Sew head to body with an invisible seam, checking symmetry with pins; weave in ends and finish by crocheting indicated front loop stitches for color details on legs and body.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work in continuous non-joining rounds without turning chains for a smooth spiral finish and consistent shaping.
  • 💡Use a small hook and tight tension to avoid gaps between stitches, especially for facial pieces to keep features tidy.
  • 💡Stuff pieces firmly but evenly and add stuffing gradually to avoid lumps and maintain the intended shape.
  • 💡Pin and check placement of eyes, nose, ears and hair before sewing to ensure symmetry and correct positioning.
  • 💡Wrap wire ends with tape and hide them inside the body to prevent poking and to stabilize the arms.

This sweet Grandpa amigurumi is a delightful project that brings character and charm to your handmade collection. The pattern includes detailed rounds and step-by-step assembly to make finishing a joy. Whether you gift him or display him, he will bring warmth and smiles to any space. 🧶😊

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 22 cm (8.6 inches) tall when using the recommended yarns and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but this will affect the final size; adjust your hook accordingly and expect changes in proportions and texture.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of amigurumi techniques, working in continuous rounds, increases and decreases is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary depending on experience level and how meticulous you are with details and assembly.