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Loafie the bread loaf Amigurumi Pattern

Loafie the bread loaf Amigurumi Pattern
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2-4 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 Loafie the bread loaf Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates Loafie, a small, cuddly bread-loaf amigurumi with a soft cream crumb and a tan crust. It combines flat crocheted panels, simple color changes, and a surrounding body seam to form a three-dimensional loaf. You will use bobble stitches for tiny buns, attach small arms, and embroider a minimalist mouth for personality.

Loafie the bread loaf Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The instructions include step-by-step rows for the front and back panels, clear joining directions, and tips for stuffing and finishing. Photos and assembly guidance make positioning eyes, arms, and buns straightforward.

Why You'll Love This Loafie the bread loaf Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns basic stitches into something unexpectedly charming and tactile. I enjoy the gentle challenge of shaping the loaf with simple increases and the satisfying border that creates the crust. The little bobble buns and minimalist face give Loafie so much personality with very little effort. Making multiples is addictive — each one feels like a tiny handmade gift that brightens my day.

Loafie the bread loaf Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Loafie the bread loaf Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Loafie the bread loaf Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Loafie the bread loaf Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how versatile this pattern is for customization; try using pastel yarns for a kawaii bakery display or darker browns for a toasted look.

If you want a mini keychain version, switch to sport weight yarn and a smaller hook to make tiny loaves perfect for bags.

For a super squishy loaf, use a bulkier yarn and a larger hook and stuff lightly to keep the soft texture.

I often add embroidered cheeks or blush with a bit of diluted fabric paint to change the personality of each loaf.

Try swapping safety eyes for embroidered eyes or French knots for a fully handmade, child-safe version.

Add a tiny crocheted butter pat or tiny heart applique to the top to personalize gifts for friends.

I like to vary the bun placement and number; move them closer or further apart to create different faces and expressions.

Use a metallic thread to embroider playful smiles or to add a stitched name to the bottom of a loaf for a custom present.

Make a themed set by changing the crust color: cinnamon, sesame (add stitched dots), or raisin (small embroidered spots) to create variety.

I sometimes insert a short piece of wire in the arms to make them poseable; secure the wire well and ensure ends are covered for safety.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch marker when joining the panels can lead to misaligned seams; place a marker in the ch-1 when starting the join to keep your beginning stitch consistent. ✗ Changing colors incorrectly can leave loose floats or gaps at the edge; finish the last stitch of the old color by pulling the new color through to secure a neat color change. ✗ Not stuffing as you go can create lumps or misshapen curves; add fiber fill gradually while shaping and check the form frequently for even distribution. ✗ Failing to count stitches after increases can yield an uneven edge and wrong stitch total; count around after completing the join rounds to ensure you have the correct 54 stitches. ✗ Pulling the bobble too tight or too loose will ruin its shape; follow the bobble instructions carefully and gently push the bobble out after finishing to invert it for the correct look.

Loafie the bread loaf Amigurumi Pattern

Make a squishy, adorable bread-loaf amigurumi called Loafie that is perfect for gifting or keeping as a cute desk companion. This pattern uses simple stitches with a sweet bobble detail and easy color changes to create the crust and crumb. Follow the step-by-step instructions and photos to assemble and finish a charming little loaf you will love. Ideal for improving your shaping and finishing skills while making something delightful.

Intermediate 2-4 Hours

Materials Needed for Loafie the bread loaf Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Worsted weight yarn (#4) in cream (for crumb panels and buns)
  • 02
    Worsted weight yarn (#4) in tan (for crust and surrounding rounds)

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size 3.5 mm
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    8 mm safety eyes (2 pieces)
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    Stitch marker
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    Scissors
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    Sewing needle
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    Fiber fill stuffing
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    Black thread (for embroidered mouth)
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    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving in ends

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— Arms :

Arms (make 2) :

Starting with a long tail ch 6, slst in the 2nd ch from hook and in remaining ch spaces (5) f/o and leave a long tail for attaching

— Front of loaf :

R1 :

ch 13, sc across starting in the 2nd ch from the hook (12) ch 1 and turn

R2 :

sc 2, BO, sc 6, BO, sc 2. ch 1 and turn

R3-10 :

sc across. (12) ch 1 and turn

R11 :

(top of the loaf) 2 HDC in one st, dc, dc, tr, tr, dc & HDC in one st, HDC and dc in one st, tr, tr, dc, dc, 2 HDC in last st (16)

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Now you will crochet around the piece.

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ch 1 and put a st marker in the ch 1 (it counts as a st) then sc 9 down the side

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inc in corner

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sc 10 across bottom

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inc in corner

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sc 10 up the other side

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To change to tan, before finishing your last st in cream pull the tan yarn through to finish the st.

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inc in the first st along the top, sc in the next 14 sts, inc in the last st

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You are now back at the st marker... you are going to finish sc around the bread with tan.

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sc 10 down the side

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inc in corner

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sc 12 across the bottom

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inc in corner

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sc 10 up the other side (you will reach the tan yarn across the top)

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There should be 54 sts total around the entire bread—do not fasten off.

— Side rounds (forming the loaf) :

R1 :

Still using tan, sc around in the BLO (54)

R2-10 :

sc around (54) f/o and weave in yarn tail

— Back of loaf :

R1 :

ch 13, sc across starting in the 2nd ch from the hook (12) ch 1 and turn

R2 :

sc 2, BO, sc 6, BO, sc 2. ch 1 and turn

R3-10 :

sc across. (12) ch 1 and turn

R11 :

(top of the loaf) 2 HDC in one st, dc, dc, tr, tr, dc & HDC in one st, HDC & dc in one st, tr, tr, dc, dc, 2 HDC in last st (16)

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Now you will crochet around the piece.

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ch 1 and put a st marker in the ch 1 (it counts as a st) then sc 9 down the side

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inc in corner

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sc 10 across bottom

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inc in corner

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sc 10 up the other side

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Change to tan

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inc in the first st along the top, sc in the next 14 sts, inc in the last st.

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You are now back at the st marker... you are going to finish sc around the bread with tan.

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sc 10 down the side

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inc in corner

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sc 12 across the bottom

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inc in corner

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sc 10 up the other side (you will reach the tan yarn that is across the top of the loaf)

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There should be 54 sts total around the entire bread. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Join and assemble :

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To attach, line up the front with the back and whip stich through the BLO of row 10 on the loaf and both loops on the back. *See pictures:

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Place safety eyes between rows 7&8, approx. 3 sts apart

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Embroider mouth

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Attach arms to edge of bread, between rows 5&6

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Correct side out—the stitches should look like little v's. If the feet are facing the wrong way on the front piece, just push them with the end of your crochet hook so they're popped out on the right side.

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Whip stitch through both loops of the back of the loaf and the back loop only of the main piece when attaching as shown in photos.

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Stuff as you go... as firmly as you prefer.

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*If you don't like his arms flapping around and looking crazy, sew or glue them in the position you like!

— Making Loafie's buns :

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Poke the needle between rows 8&9 and up through the back through rows 4&5, centered. Repeat twice.

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Pull both tails tight—but not too tight (you don't want to see fiber fill poking out). Tie ends together and knot at the bottom then weave in the tails.

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You are done!

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the front and back panels by lining them up and whip-stitching through the back loop only (BLO) of row 10 on the front piece and through both loops on the back piece for a clean seam.
  • Place safety eyes between rows 7 and 8, approximately 3 stitches apart, then secure the washers and embroider a small straight mouth between the eyes with black thread.
  • Position the arms at the edge of the bread between rows 5 and 6 on each side and sew using the long tail left from the arm, securing with several passes for stability.
  • Create the buns by poking the needle up between rows 8 and 9 and out through rows 4 and 5 (centered), repeat twice, pull tails to create the bun, tie and weave in ends.
  • Stuff the loaf gradually as you join the panels; stuff a bit, stitch a section, then add more stuffing to keep an even, rounded shape without lumps.
  • After sewing the panels together, weave in all tails securely and trim excess yarn; check seam tension so fiber fill is not visible.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a stitch marker at the beginning ch-1 when joining panels to keep your starting stitch consistent and avoid miscounts.
  • 💡Change colors by pulling the new color through to finish the last stitch of the old color for a neat join without loose loops.
  • 💡Stuff gradually while joining to maintain an even shape and avoid overstuffing which can distort the loaf structure.
  • 💡Check stitch counts after completing joining rounds to ensure you have 54 stitches around before proceeding with the side rounds.

This sweet Loafie pattern turns simple stitches into a tiny baked friend you can gift or collect. Make a whole bakery of loaves in different colors and give them away with a smile. Happy crocheting and enjoy every squishy, handmade loaf! 🧶🍞

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished loaf is a small amigurumi roughly the size of a palm when using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook; exact size will vary with tension.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will change the final size; use an appropriate hook for your yarn and expect proportions to shift.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of single crochet, increases, bobbles, and simple shaping is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish this bite-sized project in about 2-4 hours, depending on experience, assembly time, and whether you make multiple loaves.