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Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern

Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern
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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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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive crocheting.

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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 Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a full Super Mario amigurumi complete with hat, moustache, hair, sideburns, overalls, shoes, and accessories. You will work mostly in spirals and some flat pieces to achieve the correct shapes. The instructions include detailed rounds for each part and clear assembly steps for finishing. It is ideal for makers who enjoy multi-part projects with sewing and shaping.

Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Included are step-by-step rounds for head, body, limbs, hat, and facial features plus assembly guidance. Use DK/light worsted yarn and a 4.0 mm hook to achieve the pictured size and proportions.

Why You'll Love This Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it captures Mario's character with simple techniques and lots of charm. I enjoy how the separate pieces like the hat, moustache, and sideburns give you creative control during assembly. I love that the pattern is modular so you can personalize colors and details easily. I take pride in offering clear round-by-round instructions so you can recreate the finished Mario reliably every time.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this pattern by changing yarn colors; try pastel tones for a unique softer Mario or bright neon for a playful twist.

You can vary the size by switching yarn weight and hook size; chunky yarn with a larger hook makes a cuddly oversized Mario while fingering weight creates a mini keychain version.

I often add extra embroidered details like a different emblem on the hat or decorative stitches on the overalls to personalize each doll.

Try using safety eyes if you prefer a glossy finish, or embroider the pupils for a safer toy for small children.

Swap the moustache style by experimenting with different stitch lengths or crocheting it in rounds for a fuller effect.

I sometimes add wire through the arms or legs for posability; be sure to encase wire ends securely and warn recipients if the toy is for a child.

Make a matching set by crocheting additional characters or accessories like a mushroom or star in complementary colors.

For a more vintage look, use lightly textured yarn or a heathered DK and slightly flatten stuffing to soften the silhouette.

Add tiny sewn-on buttons, felt pieces, or crocheted props like a tiny backpack to tell a story with your Mario.

If you want to speed up the project, skip complex embroidery and use pre-made appliques or fabric paint for the hat emblem.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during spirals can make it hard to find the start of rounds; place a marker at the first stitch and move it each round to maintain proper stitch counts. ✗ Understuffing sections like the head and belly will create a floppy toy; stuff gradually and firmly but avoid overstuffing which distorts shaping. ✗ Not counting increases and decreases precisely will change sizing and alignment; recount stitches after every shaping round to ensure the correct number. ✗ Sewing parts without pinning or checking placement can result in asymmetric features; pin pieces in place and check alignment before permanently sewing.

Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern

Bring the iconic Super Mario to life with this detailed amigurumi pattern. You will crochet a fully-shaped Mario with hat, moustache, sideburns, clothes, and shoes using simple techniques. The pattern walks you through each piece step-by-step so you can assemble a polished, poseable toy. Perfect for gifting or adding to your handmade collection.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Light worsted weight / DK yarn (main weight recommended)
  • 02
    Beige yarn for skin tone (sufficient for head, hands, nose, ears)
  • 03
    Blue yarn for overalls / pants (sufficient for pants and braces)
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    Red yarn for hat and shirt (sufficient for hat, shirt, and arms)
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    Black yarn for pupils and details
  • 06
    White yarn for eyeballs, gloves and hat circle
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    Brown yarn for hair, sideburns, moustache and shoes
  • 08
    Yellow yarn for buttons and small accents
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    Polyester fiberfill for stuffing the head, body, shoes and accessories

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size G (6) / 4.0mm
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    Tapestry / sewing needle
  • 03
    Fiberfill / polyester stuffing
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    Scissors
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    Stitch markers
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    Pins for assembly (optional)
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    Yarn needle for sewing pieces together

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— Head (in beige) :

Round 1 :

MR6 =6

Round 2 :

inc1sc in every st. =12

Round 3 :

1sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =18

Round 4 :

2sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =24

Round 5 :

3sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =30

Round 6 :

Crochet 2sc and move your stitcher marker/starting point of the round to this point. Continue to work on the next step, do not finish the round.

Round 7 :

4sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =36

Round 8 :

5sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =42

Round 9 :

6sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =48

Round 10 :

7sc, inc1sc in next st, 7sc, inc1sc in next st. Move your stitch marker/starting point of the round to this point. Continue to work on the next step. Do not finish the round.

Round 11 :

9sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =55

Round 12 :

10sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =60

Round 13 :

11sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =65

Round 14 :

Crochet 12 rounds of sc. =65

Round 15 :

11sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round. =60

Round 16 :

10sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round. =55

Round 17 :

Crochet 5sc and move your stitch marker/starting point of the round to this point. Continue to work on the next step, do not finish the round.

Round 18 :

9sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round. =50

Round 19 :

6sc, sc2tog, 6sc, sc2tog, 4sc. Move your stitch marker/starting point of the round to this point. Continue to work on the next step, do not finish the round. =48

Round 20 :

6sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round. =42

Round 21 :

5sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round. =36

Round 22 :

4sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round. =30

Round 23 :

Crochet 3sc and move your stitch marker/starting point of the round to this point. Continue to work on the next step, do not finish the round.

Info :

Stuff the head with fiberfill.

Round 24 :

3sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round. =24

Round 25 :

2sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round. =18

Info :

Stuff the head with fiberfill.

Round 26 :

1sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round. =12

Round 27 :

sc2tog and repeat all round. =6

Round 28 :

sc3tog, sc2tog and fasten off.

— The ears (in beige) :

Round 1 :

MR6 =6

Round 2 :

inc1sc in every st. =12

Round 3 :

1sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =18

Round 4 :

1sc, inc1sc in next st, 1sc, inc1sc in next st, 1sc, 13slst. =18

Round 5 :

8sc, 1slst and fasten off.

Info :

Make 2 in total.

— The nose (in beige) :

Round 1 :

MR6 =6

Round 2 :

inc1sc in every st. =12

Round 3 :

1sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =18

Round 4 :

Crochet 3 rounds of sc. =18

Round 5 :

1slst, slst2tog. Repeat all round. =12

Round 6 :

1slst and fasten off.

Info :

Stuff the nose with fiberfill.

— The hair (in brown) :

Info :

Worked in flat

Round 1 :

ch30, turn.

Round 2 :

Crochet 4 rows of sc. After each row, ch1 and turn. =30

Round 3 :

skip 2st, crochet 8dc in next st, skip 2st, crochet 1slst in next st. Repeat until the end of the round.

Round 4 :

Fasten off.

— The sideburns (in brown) :

Info :

Worked in flat

Round 1 :

ch8, turn.

Round 2 :

Start working in the 2nd ch st as counted from the crochet hook: 7sc. ch1, turn. =7

Round 3 :

6sc, fasten off.

Info :

Make 2 in total.

— The eyeballs (in white) :

Round 1 :

MR6 =6

Round 2 :

inc1sc in every st. =12

Round 3 :

inc1sc in next st, 1slst and fasten off.

Info :

Make 2 in total.

— The pupils (in black) :

Round 1 :

MR6 =6

Round 2 :

1slst and fasten off.

Info :

Make 2 in total.

— The hat, part one (in red) :

Round 1 :

MR4 =4

Round 2 :

inc1sc in every st. ch1, turn. =8

Round 3 :

Continue to work in flat: repeat 4x(1sc, inc1sc in next st). ch1, turn. =12

Round 4 :

Repeat 4x(2sc, inc1sc in next st). ch1, turn. =16

Round 5 :

Repeat 4x(3sc, inc1sc in next st). ch1, turn. =20

Round 6 :

Repeat 4x(4sc, inc1sc in next st). ch1, turn. =24

Round 7 :

Repeat 4x(5sc, inc1sc in next st). ch1, turn. =28

Round 8 :

Crochet 2 rows of sc. ch1, turn. =28

Round 9 :

Repeat 4x(5sc, sc2tog). ch1, turn. =24

Round 10 :

Repeat 4x(4sc, sc2tog). ch1, turn. =20

Round 11 :

Repeat 4x(3sc, sc2tog). ch1, turn. =16

Round 12 :

Repeat 4x(2sc, sc2tog). ch1, turn. =12

Round 13 :

Repeat 4x(1sc, sc2tog). ch1, turn. =8

Round 14 :

Repeat 4x(sc2tog). ch1, turn. =4

Round 15 :

sc2tog, sc2tog. ch1, turn. =2

Round 16 :

1slst and fasten off.

— The hat, part two (in red) :

Round 1 :

ch60, close the ch with a slst. =60

Round 2 :

Crochet 6 rounds of sc. =60

Round 3 :

30sc, repeat 5x(5sc, inc1sc in next st). =65

Round 4 :

30sc, repeat 5x(6sc, inc1sc in next st). =70

Round 5 :

Repeat 3x(8sc, sc2tog), 40sc. =67

Round 6 :

Repeat 3x(7sc, sc2tog), 40sc. =64

Round 7 :

Repeat 8x(6sc, sc2tog). =54

Round 8 :

Repeat 8x(5sc, sc2tog). =48

Round 9 :

Repeat 3x(4sc, sc2tog), repeat 3x(8sc, sc2tog). =42

Round 10 :

Repeat 3x(3sc, sc2tog), repeat 3x(7sc, sc2tog). =36

Round 11 :

Repeat 3x(2sc, sc2tog), repeat 3x(6sc, sc2tog). =30

Round 12 :

Repeat 3x(1sc, sc2tog), repeat 3x(5sc, sc2tog). =24

Round 13 :

Repeat 3x(sc2tog), repeat 3x(3sc, sc2tog). =18

Round 14 :

3sc, repeat 3x(3sc, sc2tog). =15

Round 15 :

1sc, repeat 7x(sc2tog). =8

Round 16 :

4sc, sc2tog, sc2tog. =6

Round 17 :

sc3tog, sc2tog, fasten off.

— The circle on the hat (in white) :

Round 1 :

MR6 =6

Round 2 :

inc1sc in every st. =12

Round 3 :

1sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =18

Round 4 :

2sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =24

Round 5 :

1slst and fasten off.

— The embroidery on the hat (in red) :

Info :

Make a ch of slst of about 10cm / 4" in length. Do not fasten off yet. Sew the chain onto the white circle into the shape of an 'M'. If necessary, add or remove a couple ch st to make it fit.

— The moustache (in brown) :

Round 1 :

ch21, turn.

Round 2 :

Start working in the 2nd ch st as counted from the crochet hook: 19sc, inc2sc in last st. Turn. =22

Round 3 :

Continue to work on the bottom of the foundation chain: 19sc, inc2sc in next st. You have now created a new round counting 42st. =44

Round 4 :

Continue to work in spirals: 19sc, repeat 3x(inc1sc in next st), 19sc, repeat 3x(inc1sc in next st). =50

Round 5 :

1sc, skip 2st, crochet 8dc in next st, skip 1st, crochet 1slst in next st.

Round 6 :

1sc, skip 2st, crochet 8dc in next st, skip 1st, crochet 1slst in next st, 1sc, skip 2st, crochet 8dc in next st, skip 1st, crochet 1slst in next st.

Round 7 :

1sc, skip 2st, crochet 8dc in next st, skip 2st, crochet 1slst in next st, 1sc, skip 2st, crochet 8dc in next st, skip 1st, crochet 1slst in next st, 1sc, skip 1st, crochet 1slst in next st, 6sc.

Round 8 :

Repeat steps 5, 6 and 7 once more.

Round 9 :

Crochet 35sc, 1slst and fasten off.

Round 10 :

Double fold the moustache, sew the two parts onto each other and stuff the moustache with fiberfill while doing so.

— The arms (in red) :

Round 1 :

ch20, close the ch with a slst.

Round 2 :

Crochet 25 rounds of sc. =25

Round 3 :

Cut off the red yarn and continue to work in white: crochet 2 rounds of sc. =25

Round 4 :

Fold the red end of the arm inwards, as pictured below.

Round 5 :

Fold back 1 round of sc of the white part.

Round 6 :

Secure both folds by sewing the layers onto each other.

Round 7 :

Repeat 4x(2sc, inc1sc in next st), 2sc. =18

Round 8 :

Flatten the hand. 2sc, skip 12sc, crochet 4sc.

Round 9 :

Crochet 2 rounds of sc. =6

Round 10 :

sc2tog and repeat all round. =3

Round 11 :

1slst and fasten off.

Round 12 :

Cast on next to the 1st finger. Crochet 3sc, skip 6st, 3sc. =6

Round 13 :

Crochet 2 rounds of sc. =6

Round 14 :

sc2tog and repeat all round. =3

Round 15 :

1slst and fasten off.

Round 16 :

Cast on on one of the remaining stitches. Crochet 3 rounds of sc. =6

Round 17 :

sc2tog and repeat all round. =3

Round 18 :

1slst and fasten off.

Round 19 :

Cast on on the remaining hole for the thumb

Round 20 :

6sc. =6

Round 21 :

sc2tog and repeat all round. =3

Round 22 :

1slst and fasten off.

Info :

Make 2 in total.

Round 23 :

Place the hands inside the arms and sew them in place. Make sure not to stuff the arms with fiberfill.

— The hands (in beige) :

Round 1 :

MR10 =10

Round 2 :

1sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =15

Round 3 :

Crochet 2 rounds of sc. =15

Round 4 :

2sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round. =20

Round 5 :

20sc. =20

Round 6 :

Skip 6st, crochet 1sc. Move your stitch marker/starting point of the round to this point. Continue to work on the next step, do not finish the round. =14

Round 7 :

Repeat 4x(2sc, inc1sc in next st), 2sc. =18

Round 8 :

Flatten the hand. 2sc, skip 12sc, crochet 4sc.

Round 9 :

Crochet 2 rounds of sc. =6

Round 10 :

sc2tog and repeat all round. =3

Round 11 :

1slst and fasten off.

Round 12 :

Cast on next to the 1st finger. Crochet 3sc, skip 6st, 3sc. =6

Round 13 :

Crochet 2 rounds of sc. =6

Round 14 :

sc2tog and repeat all round. =3

Round 15 :

1slst and fasten off.

— The belly (in red) :

Round 1 :

ch50, close the ch with a slst. =50

Round 2 :

Crochet 19 rounds of sc. =50

Round 3 :

3sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round. =40

Round 4 :

2sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round. =30

Round 5 :

1sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round. =20

Round 6 :

Fasten off, leave a strand of 30cm / 12" attached to the belly. Use this later on to sew on the head.

Round 7 :

Stuff the belly with fiberfill.

— The buttons (in yellow) :

Round 1 :

MR6 =6

Round 2 :

1slst and fasten off.

Info :

Make 2 in total.

— The shoes (in brown) :

Round 1 :

ch5, turn.

Round 2 :

Start working in the 2nd ch st as counted from the crochet hook: 3sc, inc2sc in next st. Turn. =6

Round 3 :

Continue to work on the bottom side of the foundation chain: 3sc, inc2sc in next st. You have now created a new round counting 12sc. =12

Round 4 :

Continue to work in spirals: repeat 2x(4sc, inc1sc in next st), inc1sc in next st, inc1sc in next st. =16

Round 5 :

4sc, repeat 4x(inc1sc in next st), 4sc, repeat 4x(inc1sc in next st). =24

Round 6 :

4sc, repeat 4x(1sc, inc1sc in next st), 4sc, repeat 4x(1sc, inc1sc in next st). =32

Round 7 :

4sc, repeat 4x(2sc, inc1sc in next st), 4sc, repeat 4x(2sc, inc1sc in next st). =40

Round 8 :

4sc, repeat 4x(3sc, inc1sc in next st), 4sc, repeat 4x(3sc, inc1sc in next st). =48

Round 9 :

Crochet 5 rounds of sc. =48

Round 10 :

4sc, repeat 4x(3sc, sc2tog), 24sc. =44

Round 11 :

44sc. =44

Round 12 :

4sc, repeat 4x(2sc, sc2tog), 24sc. =40

Round 13 :

40sc. =40

Round 14 :

4sc, repeat 4x(1sc, sc2tog), 4sc, repeat 4x(3sc, sc2tog). =32

Round 15 :

16sc, repeat 4x(1sc, sc2tog). =20

Round 16 :

Stuff the shoe with fiberfill.

Round 17 :

4sc, repeat 2x(sc2tog), 4sc, repeat 4x(sc2tog). =14

Round 18 :

sc2tog and repeat all round. =7

Round 19 :

Stuff the shoe with fiberfill.

Round 20 :

Push the sides of the remaining gap towards each other by pushing the shoe into a more oval shape and sew the remaining hole shut.

— The pants (in blue) :

Round 1 :

ch25, close the ch with a slst. =25

Round 2 :

Crochet 19 rounds of sc. =25

Round 3 :

Cut off the yarn, but do not fasten off.

Round 4 :

Repeat steps 1 and 2.

Round 5 :

Continue to work on the 1st leg, continue to crochet where you cut off the yarn at step 3. Continue to use the yarn of the 2nd leg. Crochet 25sc on the 1st leg, and 25 on the 2nd. You have now created a new round counting 50sc. =50

Round 6 :

Crochet 13 rounds of sc. =50

Round 7 :

8sc, 1slst and turn.

Round 8 :

Start working in the 3rd loop as counted from the crochet hook (the last sc of step 7): crochet 1slst, 15sc, 1slst, turn. =17

Round 9 :

Start working in the 3rd loop as counted from the crochet hook: 1slst, 14sc, 1slst, turn. =16

Round 10 :

Start working in the 3rd loop as counted from the crochet hook: 1slst, 12sc, 1slst. =14

Round 11 :

Fasten off.

— The braces (in blue) :

Round 1 :

Make the back of the pants face you and locate the 9sc right in the centre of the pants.

Round 2 :

Cast on the yarn on the left 3sc of those 9sc.

Round 3 :

Crochet 34 rows of sc in those 3sc. After each row, ch1 and turn. After the last row, fasten off.

Round 4 :

Keep a distance of 3sc between the first brace and the second.

Round 5 :

Cast on the yarn on the right 3sc of the 9sc in the centre of the pants.

Round 6 :

Crochet 34 rows of sc in those 3sc. After each row, ch1 and turn. After the last row, fasten off.

Round 7 :

Sew the belly inside the pants.

Round 8 :

Stuff the pants and belly.

— How to sew all parts together :

Step 1 :

Sew the buttons onto the ends of the braces.

Step 2 :

Flip the braces over to the front of the body and sew them onto the pants.

Step 3 :

Sew the arms onto the body.

Step 4 :

Sew the shoes onto the pants.

Step 5 :

Sew the 1st part of the hat, the brim, onto the 2nd part of the hat. Stuff the hat.

Step 6 :

Sew the white circle with embroidery onto the front of the hat.

Step 7 :

Sew the hair onto the back of the hat.

Step 8 :

Sew the nose and ears onto the head, right in the middle.

Step 9 :

Sew the moustache onto the head, right below the nose.

Step 10 :

Sew the pupils onto the eyeballs.

Step 11 :

Sew the eyes onto the head, right next to the nose.

Step 12 :

Sew the sideburns right in front of the ears.

Step 13 :

Sew the hat onto the head.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the buttons onto the ends of the braces and flip the braces over to the front of the body, then sew them onto the pants to secure.
  • Sew the belly inside the pants using the long strand left attached to the belly, then stuff both the pants and the belly firmly.
  • Sew the arms onto the body at the sides, place the hands inside the arms and sew them in place, making sure not to stuff the arms with fiberfill.
  • Sew the shoes onto the bottom of the pants, push the sides to shape the shoe oval and sew remaining openings closed for a neat finish.
  • Attach the nose and ears to the head in the center, then sew the moustache directly below the nose for correct facial placement.
  • Sew the pupils onto the eyeballs, then attach the eyes to the head next to the nose; finish with sideburns sewn in front of the ears.
  • Join the hat parts by sewing the brim (part one) onto the hat base (part two), stuff the hat and sew the embroidered circle onto the front.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds, especially when working in spirals and when moving the starting point.
  • 💡Stuff pieces firmly but gradually; overstuffing can distort shape while understuffing will make pieces floppy.
  • 💡Pin all parts in place before sewing to ensure correct placement and symmetry when attaching facial features and limbs.
  • 💡Weave in ends as you go to keep the finishing tidy and reduce the amount of loose ends to secure at the end.

This Super Mario amigurumi pattern captures classic charm in a handmade toy you will treasure. It includes detailed rounds for every part and clear assembly steps so you can create a polished result. Whether you are gifting or decorating your crafting shelf, this Mario brings joy and a playful vibe. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 35 cm / 14 inches tall when using the recommended yarn and 4.0 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but the finished size will change; adjust your hook size accordingly and expect different stitch counts and shaping.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate; basic knowledge of single crochet, increases, decreases and working in spirals is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 8-10 hours, though time may vary depending on experience and how much detailing and assembly you do.