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Llama No Sew Amigurumi Pattern

Llama No Sew 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 Llama No Sew Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern pack includes a no-sew llama amigurumi with full rounds and photo guidance so you can crochet from head to body seamlessly. The design uses super bulky yarn to create a squishy toy with a colorful saddle and embroidered details. You will follow precise rounds, color changes, and finishing steps with helpful tips for stuffing and assembly.

Llama No Sew Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect for intermediate crocheters wanting a quick project with charming results. The pattern includes nose, ears, saddle, and finishing advice for a polished toy.

Why You'll Love This Llama No Sew Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple stitches into a delightful textured toy that feels special. I enjoy how the super bulky yarn creates a plush, tactile finish that works up quickly. The no-sew construction is one of my favorite features — it saves time while producing a seamless look. I also love the colorful saddle option; changing yarn colors gives each llama its own personality and makes the process playful and creative.

Llama No Sew Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Llama No Sew Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Llama No Sew Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Llama No Sew Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this pattern by changing saddle colors — try pastels for a nursery-friendly look or bright contrasts for a playful toy.

You can make a mini keychain version by using a lighter weight yarn and a smaller hook to create a pint-sized llama.

I sometimes swap the bobble stitch for a popcorn stitch to experiment with different textures on the body and see how it changes the overall feel.

Try embroidering different facial expressions: move the mouth stitch slightly up for a smiling look or lower for a sleepy expression.

I like to add small crocheted accessories like a tiny scarf or flower using leftover yarn to make each piece unique and gift-ready.

If you want posable limbs or head, I sometimes add a small wire core before stuffing to allow gentle posing for display.

For a matching set, make the owl and horse included in the pack using coordinating color palettes so they look like a collection.

Experiment with attaching felt or embroidered cheeks instead of yarn for a softer look on newborn-safe toys.

I recommend trying a loop stitch mane in different lengths for the horse to create wild or tame hair effects depending on your preference.

Don't hesitate to change eye sizes — using 6mm to 10mm safety eyes drastically changes the personality; always follow safety guidance for toys intended for children.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers when working in continuous rounds can make you lose track of the start; always place a marker at the first stitch of each round and move it up as you go. ✗ Forgetting to stuff as you go causes difficulty shaping the neck and body; add fiberfill gradually at indicated stuffing points to maintain shape and control firmness. ✗ Pulling your tension too tight when using super bulky yarn can make stitches hard to work into and distort the shape; keep a relaxed, consistent tension and adjust hook size if needed. ✗ Not changing colors exactly where indicated can create visible joins and mismatched rows; switch yarns at the specified rounds and weave in ends neatly to hide joins. ✗ Attaching safety eyes after overstuffing may push stuffing out of position and misplace features; place or mark eye positions and attach before final stuffing when possible.

Llama No Sew Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming no-sew llama amigurumi with clear step-by-step rounds, photos, and finishing tips. This pattern uses super bulky yarn and a 3.5mm hook to create a squishy, quick-to-make toy you can customize. Perfect for gifting or decorating, you will love the textured saddle and simple assembly. Follow every round exactly for a professional-looking result.

Intermediate 2-3 Hours

Materials Needed for Llama No Sew Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Super Bulky / Category 6 yarn - White (main for Llama body)
  • 02
    Super Bulky / Category 6 yarn - Blue (saddle accent)
  • 03
    Super Bulky / Category 6 yarn - Purple (saddle accent)
  • 04
    Super Bulky / Category 6 yarn - Orange (saddle accent)
  • 05
    Super Bulky / Category 6 yarn - Brown, White, Yellow, Skin color (for Owl pattern)
  • 06
    Super Bulky / Category 6 yarn - Brown, Light brown, Beige, White (for Horse pattern)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.5mm (E)
  • 02
    Stitch marker
  • 03
    Sewing needle
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Plastic safety eyes 8mm (for Llama and Owl)
  • 06
    Plastic safety eyes 10mm (for Horse)
  • 07
    Hot gun glue or adhesive glue
  • 08
    Polyester stuffing (fiberfill)

Progress Tracker

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— Llama (Head up to Body) :

Round 1 :

6SC in an MR (6)

Round 2 :

6INC (12)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC) 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

(2SC, INC) 6 times (24)

Round 5-8 :

24SC (24)

Round 9 :

(SC, DEC) 8 times (16)

Round 10 :

(6SC, DEC) 2 times (14)

Info :

*Stuffing*

Round 11-14 :

14SC (14)

Round 15 :

5SC, (SC, INC) 2 times, 5SC (16)

Round 16 :

make 8CH, crochet with the second chain from the hook: INC, 6 SC(of the chains), 16SC(of the body), 6SC, (SC, BO in one st) (of the chains)(32)

Round 17 :

2INC, 28SC, INC, INC into the stitch's BO (36)

Round 18-21 :

36SC (36)

Round 22 :

SC, DEC, 9SC, (SC, DEC) 3 times, 9SC, (SC, DEC) 2 times (30)

Round 23 :

DEC, SC, BO, 6SC, BO, SC, 4DEC, BO, 6SC, BO, DEC (24)

Info :

*Stuffing*

Round 24 :

12 DEC (12)

Round 25 :

6DEC (6)

Info :

Cut the yarn.

— Llama Nose :

Round 1 :

Crochet 10SLst from rows 5-7 in a circular shape as photo

Round 2 :

Crochet 10 single crochets (SC) into the 10 slip stitches of row 1.

Round 3 :

5DEC

Info :

*Stuffing* Cut the yarn.

Info :

Embroider the mouth, attach the eyes, and embroider the pink cheeks.

— Llama Ears :

Info :

Begin with White yarn. Pick up the yarn from row 2: 2CH, DC-picot, 2CH, Slst in one stitch.

— Llama Saddle :

Info :

Change colors sequentially in the following order: blue, purple, orange, until you complete row 10.

Round 1 :

Begin with Blue yarn. 5Ch, turn: 4SC, turn (4)

Round 2-10 :

Ch, 4SC, turn (4)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Secure the saddle on the back with adhesive glue.

— Owl - Wings (MAKE 2) :

Round 1 :

Use Brown yarn. Make 7 CH. Start in the second stitch from the hook: 2SC, HDC, DC, HDC 4SC in one stitch, HDC, DC, HDC, 2SC.

— Owl (Body up to the Head) :

Round 1 :

Use Skin yarn. 6 SC in an MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 INC (12)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC) 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

(2 SC, INC) 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

(3 SC, INC) 6 times (30)

Round 6-9 :

30 SC (30)

Round 10 :

(SC, DEC) 10 times (20)

Round 11 :

2SC, DEC, attach the wings to the body by crocheting them together. 2SC, DEC, 2SC, 2DEC, attach the wings to the body by crocheting them together.: 2SC, 2SC, DEC (15)

Info :

Change to Brown yarn where indicated.

Round 12 :

FLO, 15DEC (30)

Round 13 :

(4SC, INC) 6 times (36)

Round 14-19 :

36SC (36)

Round 20 :

(2SC, DEC) 9 times (27)

Info :

*Stuffing*

Round 21 :

(SC, DEC) 9 times (18)

Round 22 :

9 DEC (9)

Round 23 :

4DEC, SC (5)

Info :

Weave in the yarn end and cut

— Owl Eyes (MAKE 2) :

Round 1 :

Use white yarn. 6SC in an MR (6)

Round 2 :

6INC (12)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC) 6 times (18)

Info :

Cut the yarn.

— Owl Nose :

Round 1 :

Use yellow yarn. 6SC in an MR (6)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Secure the eyes and nose on the head using adhesive glue. Attach plastic eyes.

— Owl Ears (MAKE 2) :

Info :

Begin with brown yarn. Pick up the yarn from rows 19-21: 3Slst

Round 1 :

Ch, FLO 3SC, BLO: 3SC (Crochet into both sides of the nose with slip stitches) (6)

Round 2 :

3DEC (3)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Use brown yarn to embroider the belly. Use yellow yarn to embroider the feet. Complete the product.

— Horse (Body up to the Head) :

Info :

Begin with Beige yarn. Join the new round with a slip stitch and chain 1.

Round 1 :

6 SC in an MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 INC (12)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC) 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

(2 SC, INC) 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

8 SC, BO, 6 SC, BO, 8 SC (24)

Info :

*When the text is BROWN color, switch to brown yarn color*

Round 6-7 :

24 SC (24)

Round 8 :

6 SC, BO, 10 SC, BO, 6 SC (24)

Round 9 :

24 SC (24)

Round 10 :

(SC, DEC) 8 times (16)

Round 11 :

FLO, (SC, INC) 8 times (24)

Round 12 :

(SC, INC) 12 times (36)

Round 13-15 :

36 SC (36)

Round 16 :

(2 SC, DEC) 4 times, 2SC, DEC, (2SC, DEC) 4 times (27)

Info :

*When the text is bold and underlined, switch to WHITE yarn*

Round 17-19 :

12SC, 3SC, 12SC (27)

Info :

*Stuffing*

Round 20 :

(SC, DEC) 4 times, SC, DEC, (SC, DEC) 4 times (18)

Round 21 :

(SC, DEC) 6 times (12)

Round 22 :

6 DEC (6)

Info :

Weave in the yarn end and cut

— Horse Nose :

Round 1 :

Use White yarn. Make 6 chains, crochet into the second chain from the hook, and work on both sides of the loop: INC, 3SC, 4SC in the last stitch, 3SC, INC (14)

Round 2 :

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

Round 3 :

18SC (18)

Info :

Connect the nose to the head at R13-16 with 18SLST. Cut the yarn.

— Horse Ears (MAKE 2) :

Info :

Use Beige yarn. Make 5 chains start with the second chain from the hook: 3SC, 3SC in the last stitch, 2SC, INC

Info :

Attach the ear point straight from the arm going up with 2 SLST at R20-21

— Mane Horse :

Info :

Use Light brown yarn. Pick up the yarn from R21-R22: Make 1 Chain, SLST in the next stitch, and repeat 18 times.

Info :

Continue crocheting the mane in a straight down line from R22-11: SLST in the next row, and repeat to the end. Repeat from R11 to R22. Cut the yarn.

Info :

Make two lines to create nose holes with brown yarn. Attach the eyes to the head at R16-17, 6st apart.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the saddle to the llama's back using adhesive glue and position centrally over the back between the body rounds.
  • Attach the nose to the head at indicated rounds (Horse: R13-16 with 18 SLST) and for the llama sew or glue the nose in place, then embroider the mouth and cheeks.
  • Secure eyes and nose on the Owl using adhesive glue; for the Llama and Horse attach safety eyes at the instructed rounds (mark positions first) and then stuff to finish.
  • Attach ears by picking up yarn at the specified rows and slst or sew into place (Horse ears attach with 2 SLST at R20-21; Owl ears pick up at R19-21 then attach).
  • Attach wings to the Owl by crocheting them to the body as instructed in Round 11 so they are secured and sit flush with the body.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of every round when working continuous rounds to maintain correct stitch counts.
  • 💡Stuff pieces gradually at indicated stuffing rounds to keep a smooth shape; overstuffing can distort the neck and body.
  • 💡Weave in yarn ends and cut after finishing shaping rounds to prevent unraveling and to tidy joins between color changes.
  • 💡Switch yarn colors exactly where the pattern indicates (noted in red or brown text) to ensure correct pattern placement and texture.

This sweet Llama no-sew amigurumi pattern makes a delightful handmade friend you can finish in just a few hours. The textured body and colorful saddle add charming detail while the no-sew construction keeps assembly simple. Perfect for gifts, nursery decor, or a cozy craft night — happy crocheting! 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 10-15 cm tall when using super bulky category 6 yarn and a 3.5mm (E) hook; exact size depends on yarn tension.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will change the final size and texture; choose a suitable hook size and be prepared for adjustments in stitch counts.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate because it uses increases, decreases, bobble stitches, and color changes; basic experience with single crochet and reading rounds is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete the llama amigurumi in about 2-3 hours; time may vary based on experience level and how many pieces (saddle, ears, nose) you make.