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Minion Amigurumi Pattern

Minion 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 Minion Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern guides you through crocheting a 12-inch tall Minion amigurumi, including head, body, arms, legs, fingers, goggles and dungaree details. It uses bulky weight yarn and a J (6 mm) hook for a plush, sturdy finish. The pattern contains step-by-step rounds, helpful how-to tips for back loop and pick-up-stitch techniques, and clear assembly instructions. Great for crocheters who enjoy character toys with charming details.

Minion Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Complete round-by-round instructions make it easy to follow and reproduce accurate shaping and sizing. Photos and notes help with tricky techniques and placement for facial features and accessories.

Why You'll Love This Minion Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it balances a classic amigurumi shape with fun, recognizable Minion details that make the project rewarding to complete. I enjoy how the dungaree and goggles add personality and let you practice picking up stitches and color changes. The construction is thoughtful — rounds are clear and the sequence for attaching parts gives a polished finish. Making this Minion always feels like bringing a tiny character to life, and I love seeing how each finished piece develops its own charm.

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

Switch Things Up

I love customizing the colors to create unique characters, so you could easily make a pastel Minion or a bright color-themed friend.

You can change the yarn weight and hook to alter size — try DK yarn with a smaller hook for a mini keychain version.

I often replace buttons with embroidered dots for a safer toy for babies and younger kids.

Try sewing on felt details like different logos or pockets for extra personality.

I sometimes add wire inside the arms to make them poseable and hold tiny props.

For a softer look, use a fuzzy or chenille yarn for the yellow body to create a plush finish.

Add tiny accessories like a crocheted hat, scarf, or a tiny backpack for seasonal themes or gifting occasions.

You can experiment with eye placement and mouth embroidery to change the Minion\'s expression dramatically.

If you want a standing toy, slightly flatten the feet and insert a small disc base inside before attaching to the body for stability.

I recommend trying different stitch markers and labeling rounds as you go when making multiple Minions to keep each consistent.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers on rounds with color changes can make it hard to locate the beginning of rounds; place a locking stitch marker at the start of each color-change round for consistent spacing. ✗ Forgetting to stuff gradually leads to lumps or a collapsed body; stuff in small amounts as you crochet and shape the piece to maintain a smooth silhouette. ✗ Working into both loops when the pattern calls for back loop only will change the texture and standing ability; follow the instruction to work into the back loop only where indicated for correct shaping. ✗ Not counting stitches after increases or decreases will create uneven shaping; count your stitches at the end of each round, especially after any INC or DEC rounds, to keep to the pattern.

Minion Amigurumi Pattern

Crochet your very own Minion amigurumi with this detailed pattern designed to help you through every round and assembly step. You will create a 12-inch tall cuddly Minion complete with goggles, dungaree, arms, and tiny fingers. Clear round-by-round instructions, materials list, and helpful how-to photos make the process smooth and enjoyable. Perfect for gifting or adding a handmade friend to your collection.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Minion Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Bulky weight yarn in yellow color (for body and head) - amount as needed for a 12 inch finished piece
  • 02
    Bulky weight yarn in blue color (for dungaree) - amount as needed for dungaree and straps
  • 03
    Bulky weight yarn in black color (for gloves, shoes, hair, and details)
  • 04
    Bulky weight yarn in grey color (for goggles)
  • 05
    Bulky weight yarn in white color (for eye)
  • 06
    Bulky weight yarn in brown color (for iris)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Size J (6 mm) crochet hook
  • 02
    Small piece of black craft felt and sewing thread that matches
  • 03
    4 small buttons (12 mm approximately)
  • 04
    Sharp embroidery needle
  • 05
    Tapestry needle
  • 06
    Fiberfill or stuffing of your choice
  • 07
    Stitch markers
  • 08
    Scissors

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— Materials :

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1- Bulky weight yarn in white, brown, black, grey, blue and yellow color. 2- Size J (6 mm) crochet hook. 3- Small piece of black craft felt and sewing thread that matches. 4- 4 Small buttons (12 mm approximately). 5- Sharp embroidery needle. 6- Tapestry needle. 7- Fiberfill or stuffing of your choice. 8- Stitch markers.

— Abbreviations :

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ch: chain. sl st: slip stitch. sc: single crochet. dec: single crochet decrease. R: round. **rep: repeat stitches between the asterisks. st(s): stitch(es). (): total number of stitches in a round.

— How To (Working into the back loop only) :

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1. Look for the V's across the top of the stitches. 2. Insert the hook underneath the back loop of each V, and make a simple crochet. 3. This way your Minion will stand upright better.

— How To (Pick Up Stitches) :

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1. Insert the hook into the stitch hole you want to start with, and take it out to the next left hole. 2. Using blue yarn, make a slip knot and place it on your hook. 3. Draw the yarn through the piece you already have on your hook. 4. Insert the yarn tail into the back of your work. 5. Attach the yarn tail into the back of your work. 6. Insert the hook into the hole you already have your work yarn to, and take it out to the next left hole. 7. Make a simple crochet. 8. Continue repeating the steps 6 and 7. 9. This is the result!

— Legs :

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Make 2. Starting at the bottom of the foot, using J hook and black yarn,

Round 1 :

Ch 6, sc 5 starting in second chain from hook, then work 5 sc on opposite side of chain. (10 sts)

Round 2 :

2 sc in first stitch, sc 2, sc 2 in each of the next 4 sts, sc 2, 2 sc in last stitch. (16 sts)

Round 3 :

Sc 1, 2 sc in next st, sc 5, 2 sc in next st, sc 1, 2 sc in next st, sc 5, 2 sc in last st. (20 sts)

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Working into the back loop only (if you need help see page 3).

Round 4 :

Sc 20.

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Working in both loops.

Round 5 :

Sc 20.

Round 6 :

Sc 1, dec 1, sc 5, dec 1, sc 1, dec 1, sc 5, dec 1. (16 sts)

Round 7 :

Sc 4, dec 4 times, sc 4. (12 sts)

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Change to blue yarn.

Round 8-11 :

Sc 12.

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Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing.

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Using J hook and blue yarn, picking up stitches at round 7 (on the color change) sc all around leg (if you need help see page 4).

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Fasten off. Stuff and set aside.

— Eye :

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Working in rounds, using J hook and black yarn,

Round 1 :

Ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from hook, change color to brown before joining to the first sc, ch 1 (6sts)

Round 2 :

Sc 2 in each sc around, change color to white before joining, ch 1 (12 sts)

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Working in continuous round,

Round 3 :

*Sc 1, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (18 sts)

Round 4 :

*Sc 2, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (24 sts)

Round 5 :

*Sc 3, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (30 sts)

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Change to yellow yarn,

Round 6 :

Sc 30.

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Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing.

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Using J hook and yellow yarn, picking up stitches at round 5 (on the color change) sc all around eye (if you need help see page 4).

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Fasten off and set aside.

— Fingers :

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Make 6. Using J hook and black yarn,

Round 1 :

Ch 2, 4 sc in second ch from hook.

Round 2 :

Sc 4.

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Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing, and set aside.

— Hands and Arms :

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Make 2. Using J hook and black yarn,

Round 1 :

Ch 2, 4 sc in second ch from hook.

Round 2 :

Sc 2 in each sc around. (8 sts)

Round 3 :

*Sc 1, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 4 times. (12 sts)

Round 4 :

Sc 12.

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Remove hook, but do not fasten off.

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Sew 3 fingers on the hand, one on top and the others next to it.

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Continue crocheting,

Round 5 :

*Sc 1, dec 1*, rep 4 times. (8 sts)

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Mark round 5 with a locking st marker; you\'ll come back to it later to finish the glove.

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Change to yellow yarn.

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Working into the back loop only (if you need help see page 3),

Round 6 :

Sc 8.

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Slightly stuff hand, and continue crocheting.

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Working in both loops,

Round 7-22 :

Sc 8.

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Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing.

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Complete the glove: Using J hook and black yarn, holding arm (hand down), join yarn to one of front loops you left in round 5 when making hand (the round you marked with a locking st marker).

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Working through the front loops all around hand,

Round 1 :

Sc 8.

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Working in both loops,

Round 2 :

*Sc 1, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 4 times. (12 sts)

Round 3 :

Sc 12.

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Fasten off, weave in ends and set aside.

— Body :

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Using J hook and yellow yarn,

Round 1 :

Ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from hook.

Round 2 :

Sc 2 in each sc around. (12 sts)

Round 3 :

*Sc 1, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (18 sts)

Round 4 :

*Sc 2, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (24 sts)

Round 5 :

*Sc 3, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (30 sts)

Round 6 :

*Sc 4, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (36 sts)

Round 7 :

*Sc 5, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (42 sts)

Round 8 :

*Sc 6, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (48 sts)

Round 9 :

*Sc 7, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (54 sts)

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Remove hook, but do not fasten off.

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work on hair: secure, on the wrong side of your work, about 14 pieces of black yarn around the top of the head. Take one end of each yarn piece to the right side and cut them into desired length.

Round 10-36 :

Sc 54.

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Mark round 36 with a locking st marker; you\'ll come back to it later to finish the dungaree.

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Change to blue yarn,

Round 37 :

Sc 54.

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Remove hook, but do not fasten off.

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work on face: sew the eye to the head, stuffing it lightly as you go. Embroider mouth with a piece of black yarn.

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Flatten arms, and attach to body.

Round 38-41 :

Sc 54.

Round 42 :

*Sc 7, dec 1*, rep 6 times. (48 sts)

Round 43 :

*Sc 6, dec 1*, rep 6 times. (42 sts)

Round 44 :

*Sc 5, dec 1*, rep 6 times. (36 sts)

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Stuff body, and continue crocheting,

Round 45 :

*Sc 4, dec 1*, rep 6 times. (30 sts)

Round 46 :

*Sc 3, dec 1*, rep 6 times. (24 sts)

Round 47 :

*Sc 2, dec 1*, rep 6 times. (18 sts)

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Stuff body a little more and continue crocheting,

Round 48 :

*Sc 1, dec 1*, rep 6 times. (12 sts)

Round 49 :

*dec 1*, rep 6 times. (6 sts)

Round 50 :

Sc next and 4th st together.

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Fasten off, pulling knot to center.

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Sew legs to body.

— Dungaree :

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Go to minion\'s body round 36 (the one you marked with a locking st marker, on the color change) and mark 13 stitches centered into the front of the body.

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Using J hook, join blue yarn at the first stitch you marked on your right,

Round 1 :

Picking up stitches sc in each of the 13 sts you marked (if you need help see page 4). (13 sts)

Round 2-8 :

Ch 1, turn, sc 13. (13 sts)

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Fasten off and weave in ends.

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Go to minion\'s body round 36 (the one you marked with a locking st marker, on the color change), and mark 15 stitches centered into the back of the body.

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Using J hook, join blue yarn at the first stitch you marked on your right,

Round 1 :

Picking up stitches sc in each of the 15 sts you marked (if you need help see page 4). (15 sts)

Round 2-9 :

Ch 1, turn, sc 15. (15 sts)

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Do not fasten off, continue sc around the dungaree: sc down the dungaree back part, sc picking up stitches on round 36 until you find the dungaree front part and sc around it (up, straight and down), sc picking up stitches on round 36 until you find the dungaree back part and sc up of it.

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Fasten off and weave in ends.

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Dungaree straps (make 2): Using J hook and blue yarn,

Round 1 :

Ch 3, starting in second chain from hook sc 2. (2 sts)

Round 2-22 :

Ch 1, turn, sc 2. (2 sts)

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Fasten off and weave in ends.

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Sew dungaree straps in place, with a button on every strap end.

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Use the template to cut Gru\'s logo from black felt and sew it in place.

— Minion Goggles :

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Using J hook and grey yarn,

Round 1 :

Ch 36, sc into the first chain you made (the chain farthest from your hook) to join the foundation chain into a ring. Then continue to sc into each ch stitch around the ring.

Round 2-6 :

Sc 36. (36 sts)

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Fold the piece so the foundation chain is touching round 6.

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Continue crocheting through round 6 and the respective stitch on the foundation chain at the same time,

Round 7 :

Sc 36. (36 sts)

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Fasten off, weave in ends and set aside.

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Goggles strap: Using J hook and black yarn,

Round 1 :

Ch 4, starting in second chain from hook sc 3. (3 sts)

Round 2-40 :

Ch 1, turn, sc 3. (3 sts)

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Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing. Sew strap to goggles.

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Congratulations! I wish you keep enjoying it.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the eye to the head, stuffing it lightly as you go and embroider the mouth with black yarn for a neat finish.
  • Flatten the arms and attach them to the body at the sides, ensuring they are symmetrical and secure with a whipstitch.
  • Sew the legs to the bottom of the body so the Minion can sit or stand; position them evenly and reinforce with several passes of the yarn needle.
  • Attach dungaree straps to the front of the dungaree and secure a small button on every strap end for authentic detail.
  • Sew the goggles strap to the grey goggle ring and then stitch the assembled goggles onto the head centered around the eye.

Important Notes

  • 💡Mark round 36 with a locking stitch marker at the color change so you can correctly align and pick up stitches for the dungaree.
  • 💡Work into the back loop only where indicated to create texture and help the Minion stand upright.
  • 💡Pick up stitches carefully at color changes (see pick-up stitch instructions) to avoid gaps; practice the technique on a scrap if needed.
  • 💡Stuff progressively while shaping the body and head to avoid lumps and to achieve the correct silhouette.

This cheerful Minion amigurumi pattern brings a playful character to life with simple stitches and sweet details. Whether you\'re making a gift or a colorful addition to your shelf, every round builds a smile. Enjoy the process and celebrate your handmade creation! 🧶✨😊

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 12 inches tall when using bulky weight yarn and a size J (6 mm) hook as recommended in the pattern.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will change the final size and possibly the stitch counts; adjust your hook size and expect a different finished dimension.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and uses continuous rounds, color changes, picking up stitches and some shaping, so basic crochet experience and comfort with single crochet increases and decreases is helpful.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience level, customization and assembly pace.