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Noah's Ark Amigurumi Pattern

Noah's Ark Amigurumi Pattern
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12-15 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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Multi-Day Project

A rewarding 12+ hour journey—perfect for dedicated crafters who love detailed work.

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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 Noah's Ark Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a full Noah's Ark amigurumi set including the ark with reinforced cardboard pieces, a deckhouse, trapdoor, portholes and small figures of Noah and his wife. The design uses DK weight yarn and a 2.0mm hook to achieve a small, sturdy finish. Clear row-by-row instructions and photos make it easier to assemble the multiple pieces into a cohesive toy.

Noah's Ark Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The finished ark measures roughly 10 inches (25cm) long and includes easy-to-follow tips for using cardboard reinforcements. Suitable for crafters comfortable with basic stitches and simple shaping.

Why You'll Love This Noah's Ark Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines practical construction techniques with playful design, creating a toy that both looks charming and holds up to play. I enjoyed designing the cardboard-reinforced deck and walls so the ark has structure while still being soft and crochet-friendly. The variety of small parts — portholes, trapdoor, deckhouse and tiny figures — keeps the project engaging and satisfying to complete. I think this set makes a wonderful handmade gift that sparks imagination and will be treasured for years.

Noah's Ark Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Noah's Ark Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Noah's Ark Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Noah's Ark Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize the colors in this pattern; try pastel tones for a soft nursery set or bold browns and creams for a classic look.

I often make the ark larger by using a bulkier yarn and a larger hook to create a cuddly version for toddlers.

I also like making mini versions for ornaments or keyrings by using a sport weight yarn and a smaller hook.

I sometimes replace the cardboard reinforcements with thin plastic sheets that resist moisture better if the toy will be handled by children.

I recommend changing the button to a snap or Velcro for an easier trapdoor closure if making the toy for small children.

I like to add embroidered faces to the little figures instead of stitched eyes for a softer, child-safe finish.

For an extra realistic look, try felting or embroidering subtle woodgrain lines on the outside walls before assembly.

I sometimes make a set of extra tiny accessories like blankets or tiny fish to tuck inside the ark for imaginative play.

Try swapping the deck striping color order to create different visual textures — reversing the light/beige stripes gives a different finished feel.

I also encourage experimenting with metallic thread for tiny accents around the windows or portholes to add a little sparkle for gift versions.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping cardboard reinforcement can cause the deck and walls to flop; add cardboard pieces as instructed and use several layers if one piece is not firm enough. ✗ Not alternating yarn colors at the correct rows will create mismatched striping; follow the color changes exactly and keep labels on your yarn ends. ✗ Failing to mark the 22nd stitch when instructed will make door and trapdoor placement inaccurate; place a marker to keep the hole positions aligned. ✗ Sewing sides without matching the back/front loop instructions will make seams bulky or misaligned; use the front or back loops as specified for correct mounting to the deck.

Noah's Ark Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming Noah's Ark playset complete with an ark, deckhouse, trapdoor, portholes and tiny Noah and animals. This pattern gives step-by-step instructions for crocheting sturdy, cardboard-reinforced parts and assembling them into a delightful heirloom toy. Perfect for gifting or imaginative play, the pattern includes clear building and finishing notes to help you every stitch of the way.

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Noah's Ark Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Acrylic Cygnet DK yarn (298m per 100g) - main DK weight used
  • 02
    Stylecraft DK yarn (298m per 100g) - alternative DK yarn
  • 03
    Approx. 100g Cream Yarn (inside walls of the ship)
  • 04
    Approx. 100g Chocolate Brown Yarn (outside walls of the ship)
  • 05
    Approx. 60g Latte Brown Yarn (deck house)
  • 06
    Approx. 20g Black Yarn (bottom of the ship and porthole centers)
  • 07
    Approx. 10g Beige Yarn (deck)
  • 08
    Approx. 8g Light Beige Yarn (deck)
  • 09
    Approx. 1g White Yarn (windows and small details)
  • 10
    Noah & Wife: Approx. 6g Cream, 5g Green, 5g Mustard Green, 5g Lilac, 5g Bright Lilac, 3g White, 2g Black

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.0mm
  • 02
    15mm Black or Brown Button (for trapdoor closure)
  • 03
    Several pieces of cardboard (for deck, bottom and small parts reinforcement)
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Sewing needle (yarn needle) for assembly
  • 06
    Toy stuffing (for small figures)

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— Ark :

Info :

Bottom - make one outside and one inside part

Outside Part (in black) :

Ch5

Round 1 :

from the 2nd ch from hk 4sc, turn (=4)

Round 2 :

ch1, inc, 2sc, inc, turn (=6)

Round 3 :

ch1, inc, 4sc, inc, turn (=8)

Round 4 :

ch1, inc, 6sc, inc, turn (=10)

Round 5 :

ch1, inc, 8sc, inc, turn (=12)

Round 6 :

ch1, inc, 10sc, inc, turn (=14)

Round 7 :

ch1, inc, 12sc, inc, turn (=16)

Round 8 :

ch1, inc, 14sc, inc, turn (=18)

Round 9 :

ch1, inc, 16sc, inc, turn (=20)

Round 10 :

ch1, inc, 18sc, inc, turn (=22)

Round 11 :

ch1, inc, 20sc, inc, turn (=24)

Round 12 :

ch1, inc, 22sc, inc, turn (=26)

Round 13 - 47 :

ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 48 :

ch1, dec, 22sc, dec, turn (=24)

Round 49 :

ch1, dec, 20sc, dec, turn (=22)

Round 50 :

ch1, dec, 18sc, dec, turn (=20)

Round 51 :

ch1, dec, 16sc, dec, turn (=18)

Round 52 :

ch1, dec, 14sc, dec, turn (=16)

Round 53 :

ch1, dec, 12sc, dec, turn (=14)

Round 54 :

ch1, dec, 10sc, dec, turn (=12)

Round 55 :

ch1, dec, 8sc, dec, turn (=10)

Round 56 :

ch1, dec, 6sc, dec, turn (=8)

Round 57 :

ch1, dec, 4sc, dec, turn (=6)

Round 58 :

ch1, dec, 2sc, dec, turn (=4)

Info :

Make two cardboard pieces of this part. Work sc around this part making increases in the corners. FO with the sl st, cut the yarn.

Inside Part (in cream) :

Same as the outside part

Info :

Put outside and inside pieces together with one cardboard piece between them and using chocolate brown yarn work sc around them. FO with a sl st, cut the yarn, fasten and hide the thread.

Info :

Deck - make one outside and one inside part

Outside Part (Start with the beige yarn) :

Ch5

Round 1 :

from the 2nd ch from hk 4sc, turn (=4)

Round 2 :

ch1, inc, 2sc, inc, turn (=6)

Round 3 :

In light beige: ch1, inc, 4sc, inc, turn (=8)

Round 4 :

In light beige: ch1, inc, 6sc, inc, turn (=10)

Round 5 :

In beige: ch1, inc, 8sc, inc, turn (=12)

Round 6 :

In beige: ch1, inc, 10sc, inc, turn (=14)

Round 7 :

In light beige: ch1, inc, 12sc, inc, turn (=16)

Round 8 :

In light beige: ch1, inc, 14sc, inc, turn (=18)

Round 9 :

In beige: ch1, inc, 16sc, inc, turn (=20)

Round 10 :

In beige: ch1, inc, 18sc, inc, turn (=22)

Round 11 :

In light beige: ch1, inc, 20sc, inc, turn (=24)

Round 12 :

In light beige: ch1, inc, 22sc, inc, turn (=26)

Round 13 - 14 :

In beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 15 - 16 :

In light beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 17 - 18 :

In beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 19 - 20 :

In light beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 21 - 22 :

In beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 23 - 24 :

In light beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 25 - 26 :

In beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 27 - 28 :

In light beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 29 - 30 :

In beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 31 - 32 :

In light beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 33 - 34 :

In beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 35 - 36 :

In light beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 37 - 38 :

In beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 39 - 40 :

In light beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 41 - 42 :

In beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 43 - 44 :

In light beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 45 - 46 :

In beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 47 :

In light beige: ch1, 26sc, turn (=26)

Round 48 :

In beige: ch1, dec, 22sc, dec, turn (=24)

Round 49 :

In beige: ch1, dec, 20sc, dec, turn (=22)

Round 50 :

In beige: ch1, dec, 18sc, dec, turn (=20)

Round 51 :

In light beige: ch1, dec, 16sc, dec, turn (=18)

Round 52 :

In light beige: ch1, dec, 14sc, dec, turn (=16)

Round 53 :

In beige: ch1, dec, 12sc, dec, turn (=14)

Round 54 :

In beige: ch1, dec, 10sc, dec, turn (=12)

Round 55 :

In light beige: ch1, dec, 8sc, dec, turn (=10)

Round 56 :

In light beige: ch1, dec, 6sc, dec, turn (=8)

Round 57 :

In beige: ch1, dec, 4sc, dec, turn (=6)

Round 58 :

In beige: ch1, dec, 2sc, dec, turn (=4)

Info :

Work sc around this part making increases in the corners. FO with the sl st, cut the yarn. Put outside and inside pieces together with one cardboard piece between them and using beige yarn work sc around them. FO with a sl st, cut the yarn, fasten and hide the thread.

Info :

Right Side - make one outside and one inside part

Inside Part (in cream and chocolate brown) :

Start with the cream yarn. Ch63

Round 1 :

from the 2nd ch from hk 62sc, turn (=62)

Round 2 - 17 :

ch1, 62sc, turn (=62)

Round 18 :

ch1, 62sc, turn (=62) (continue with chocolate brown yarn)

Round 19 :

(in this row work all stitches in front loop only) ch1, 62sc, turn (=62)

Info :

(Later we will use the back loops for sewing the ship sides to the deck)

Round 20 - 24 :

ch1, 62sc, turn (=62)

Info :

Make two cardboard pieces of this part (the length of the side = half the perimeter of the deck/bottom minus 1cm). Work sc around this part making 3sc in the corners. FO with the sl st, cut the yarn.

Outside Part (in chocolate brown) :

Ch63

Round 1 :

from the 2nd ch from hk 62sc, turn (=62)

Round 2 :

ch1, 21sc, the next 20sc work in back loop only (later we will use the front loops for sewing the trapdoor to the ship wall), 21sc, turn (=62) – mark the 22nd stitch

Round 3 :

ch1, 22sc, turn (=22)

Round 4 - 17 :

ch1, 22sc, turn (=22)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Attach the yarn to the 2nd row 22nd stitch. Row 3: ch1, 22sc, turn (=22). Row 4-17: ch1, 22sc, turn (=22).

Info :

Work sc around this part making 3sc in the corners (around the perimeter and around the hole). Put outside and inside pieces together with the cardboard piece between them and work sc around them making 3sc in the corners. FO with a sl st, cut the yarn leaving a tail of around 12 inches.

Trapdoor (in chocolate brown) :

make two (outside and inside parts are the same)

Round 1 :

Ch19. from the 2nd ch from hk 18sc, turn (=18)

Round 2 - 14 :

ch1, 18sc, turn (=18)

Info :

Make a cardboard piece of this part. Work sc around this part making 3sc in the corners, mark the middle of the top side.

Info :

Put outside and inside pieces together with the cardboard piece between them and work sc around them making 3sc in the corners. When you come to the marked stitch make the loop – ch10, sl st in the marked stitch.

Portholes (in black and chocolate brown) :

make ten. Start with the black yarn.

Round 1 :

9sc in magic ring OR ch2, 9sc in 2nd chain from hk, join with the sl st (=9)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Attach the chocolate brown yarn and work 9sl st in the back loops only. Cut the yarn leaving a tail of around 8 inches.

Deck House Walls (in latte brown) :

make six (3 outside and 3 inside parts). Ch19

Round 1 :

from the 2nd ch from hk 18sc, turn (=18)

Round 2 - 16 :

ch1, 18sc, turn (=18)

Info :

Make a cardboard piece of this part. Work sc around this part making 3sc in the corners. Put outside and inside pieces together with the cardboard piece between them and work sc around them making 3sc in the corners. FO with the sl st, cut the yarn leaving a tail of around 12 inches.

Roof (in latte brown) :

make two (one outside and one inside part). Ch19

Round 1 :

from the 2nd ch from hk 18sc, turn (=18)

Round 2 - 18 :

ch1, 18sc, turn (=18)

Info :

Make a cardboard piece of this part. Work sc around this part making 3sc in the corners. Put outside and inside pieces together with the cardboard piece between them and work sc around them making 3sc in the corners. FO with the sl st, cut the yarn leaving a tail of around 12 inches.

Roof Trim (in latte brown) :

Ch73, from the 2nd ch from hk (sc, ch1, DC, ch1, 2TR, ch1, DC, ch1, sc) x12

Info :

Cut the yarn leaving a tail of around 30 inches.

— Assembling :

Windows (in white and latte brown) :

make two. Start with the white yarn.

Round 1 :

8sc in magic ring OR ch2, 8sc in 2nd chain from hk, join with the sl st (=8)

Round 2 :

inc x 8 (=16)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Attach the latte brown yarn and work 16sl st in the back loops only. Cut the yarn leaving a tail of around 12 inches.

Assembly Step 1 :

Sew the windows onto the deckhouse walls; stitch the frames using latte brown yarn.

Assembly Step 2 :

Sew the deckhouse walls together.

Assembly Step 3 :

Sew the roof to the deckhouse walls.

Assembly Step 4 :

Sew the deckhouse to the deck.

Assembly Step 5 :

Sew the portholes onto the ark sides.

Assembly Step 6 :

Sew the trapdoor to the ark left side (2nd row front loops); sew the button above the trapdoor.

Assembly Step 7 :

Sew both sides of the ark to the deck (sew the deck to the 18th row back loops).

Assembly Step 8 :

Sew both sides of the ark to the bottom part.

Assembly Step 9 :

Sew the sides of the ark together.

— Noah, Noah's Wife :

Supplies :

Approx. 6g Cream Yarn, Approx. 5g Green Yarn, Approx. 5g Mustard Green Yarn, Approx. 5g Lilac Yarn, Approx. 5g Bright Lilac Yarn, Approx. 3g White Yarn, Approx. 2g Black Yarn, Crochet Hook 2.0mm, Toy Stuffing, Scissors, Sewing Needle

Noah - Bottom (in green) :

1st rd: 6sc in magic ring OR ch2, 6sc in 2nd chain from hk (=6)

Round 2 :

2sc in every sc (=12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 (=18)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc) x 6 (=24)

Info :

Cut the yarn

Head/Body (in cream, green and black) :

Start with the cream yarn. 1st rd: 6sc in magic ring OR ch2, 6sc in 2nd chain from hk (=6)

Round 2 :

2sc in every sc (=12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 (=18)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc) x 6 (=24)

Round 5 - 9 :

24sc (=24)

Round 10 :

(2sc, dec) x 6 (=18)

Round 11 :

(sc, dec) x 6 (=12)

Round 12 :

(2sc, dec) x 3 (=9)

Info :

Continue with the green yarn

Round 13 :

(2sc, inc) x 3 (=12)

Round 14 - 15 :

12sc (=12)

Info :

Stuff the head

Round 16 :

(sc, inc) x 6 (=18)

Round 17 - 18 :

18sc (=18)

Round 19 :

(2sc, inc) x 6 (=24)

Info :

The next round crochet in black

Round 20 :

24sc (=24)

Round 21 - 25 :

24sc (=24)

Info :

Stuff the body. In the next round crochet the bottom and the body together.

Round 26 :

24sc (=24). FO with the sl st, cut the yarn, fasten and hide the thread.

— Arms, Beard, Headdress (Noah) :

Arms (in cream and green) :

make two. Start with the cream yarn. 1st rd: 6sc in magic ring OR ch2, 6sc in 2nd chain from hk (=6)

Round 2 :

6sc (=6)

Round 3 - 8 :

continue with the green yarn 6sc (=6). FO with a sl st and cut the yarn leaving a tail of around 8 inches.

Beard (in white) :

Leaving a tail of around 7 inches Ch11. Row 1: from the 2nd ch from hk 10sc, turn (=10)

Round 2 :

ch1, dec, 6sc, dec, turn (=8)

Round 3 :

ch1, dec, 4sc, dec, turn (=6)

Round 4 :

ch1, dec, 2sc, dec, turn (=4)

Round 5 :

ch1, dec x 2 (=2). Cut the yarn, fasten and hide the thread.

Headdress (in mustard green and black) :

Start with the mustard green yarn. 1st rd: 12DC in magic ring OR ch3, 12DC in 3rd chain from hk, join with a sl st (=12)

Round 2 :

ch2, (incDC) x 12, join (=24)

Round 3 :

the next round crochet in black: ch1, 24sc, join (=24)

Round 4 :

Continue in mustard green: ch2, 24DC, join (=24)

Round 5 :

ch2, 2DC, incDC, 3DC, incDC, 2DC, incDC, 3DC, incDC, 2DC, turn (=20)

Info :

Continue crocheting in rows. Row 1 - 2: ch2, 20DC, turn (=20). Row 3: ch1, sc, 18DC, sc (=20). Work sc around the headdress. FO with a sl st, cut the yarn, fasten and hide the thread.

Assembling (Noah) :

1) Stitch the eyes using black yarn (between 8th and 9th rds). 2) Sew the beard to the head; stitch the eyebrows using white yarn. 3) Sew the arms to the body. 4) Sew the headdress to the head.

— Noah's Wife :

Bottom (in lilac) :

1st rd: 6sc in magic ring OR ch2, 6sc in 2nd chain from hk (=6)

Round 2 :

2sc in every sc (=12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 (=18)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc) x 6 (=24). Cut the yarn.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the windows onto the deckhouse walls; stitch the frames using latte brown yarn.
  • Sew the deckhouse walls together, then sew the roof to the deckhouse and attach the whole deckhouse to the deck using the cardboard reinforcements.
  • Sew the portholes onto the ark sides and attach the trapdoor to the left side using the 2nd row front loops; add the button above the trapdoor as closure.
  • Sew both sides of the ark to the deck by attaching through the 18th row back loops, then sew the deck to the bottom and finish by sewing the sides of the ark together.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use cardboard pieces inside the deck, bottom and walls for stability; add extra layers if a single piece is not stiff enough.
  • 💡Follow front loop / back loop instructions exactly; some rows use front loops for sewing holes and back loops for attaching sides to the deck.
  • 💡Leave long tails when finishing (8-12 inches or more) where instructed to make sewing and attaching parts easier.
  • 💡Mark the 22nd stitch when instructed (around the trapdoor) to ensure hole placement and trapdoor alignment are accurate.

This Noah's Ark pattern is a lovingly designed, detailed amigurumi set that includes a structured ark, deckhouse, trapdoor and tiny Noah figures you can treasure. The cardboard-reinforced pieces keep the ark sturdy while staying soft and handmade, perfect for imaginative play and display. Happy crocheting and enjoy assembling your very own little ark adventure! 🧶🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished ark be?

The finished ark is approximately 10 inches (25cm) long, 5 1/2 inches (14cm) wide and 7 inches (18cm) tall when made with the recommended DK yarn and 2.0mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but this will change the final size; if you use a thicker yarn, the ark and figures will be larger and you should use a correspondingly larger hook.

Do I need to add cardboard pieces?

Yes, cardboard pieces are required for the deck, bottom and some internal parts to provide rigidity; make sure pieces are cut to the sizes indicated and stack layers if needed for extra firmness.

What skill level is this pattern suitable for?

This pattern is rated intermediate due to multiple small parts, color changes and assembly steps; familiarity with basic crochet stitches and finishing techniques is recommended.