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Turtles Amigurumi Pattern

Turtles Amigurumi Pattern
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12-15 Hours Time Needed
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Advanced Level

Designed for experienced crocheters, these patterns involve intricate designs and complex techniques to challenge and inspire.

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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 Turtles Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a charming crocheted turtle with a spiral textured carapace and a cuddly head. It includes complete round-by-round instructions for multiple carapace pieces, tail, head and eyes. Clear assembly photos and notes guide you through attaching pieces and finishing details.

Turtles Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Techniques include working in spirals, front/back loop rows (BLO/FLO), and decorative slip-stitch spirals. The pattern is photo-supported and ideal for advanced crafters who enjoy precise assembly.

Why You'll Love This Turtles Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because the spiral carapace pieces are so satisfying to crochet and they create a beautiful textured finish. I enjoy the combination of simple rounds and careful assembly that makes the finished toy feel sculpted and full of character. The design lets me experiment with color placement and tiny details like eyelids and embroidered mouth. I also love seeing how all the separate pieces come together into a cohesive, charming turtle that makes a wonderful handmade gift.

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

Switch Things Up

I love customizing this turtle by changing the color palette; try pastel shades for a nursery-friendly version or bold contrasting colors for a playful look.

You can make a mini version by using thinner yarn and a smaller hook, perfect for keychains or tiny gifts.

Upsize the pattern with bulkier yarn and a larger hook to create a cuddly pillow-like turtle that doubles as decor.

I often add embroidered spots or use surface crochet to create different shell patterns for variety and personality.

Try adding small accessories like a tiny crocheted hat, scarf, or even a backpack to give your turtle a unique character.

For a realistic look, use gradient yarns for subtle shading across the carapace and body.

If you want posable limbs, add thin wire inside the flippers before stuffing to allow gentle shaping and posing.

Create a set by making several turtles in different sizes and colors as a coordinated gift set or mobile.

I sometimes insert a small bell or rattle inside the inner piece for a toy version suitable for older children.

Experiment with different yarn textures—cotton for a firmer shape or acrylic blends for softer, plush results.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers when joining multiple carapace pieces can cause misalignment; place markers at key joining points and pin pieces before sewing to maintain correct placement. ✗ Overstuffing the carapace will distort the shape and make assembly difficult; stuff lightly and evenly, adding small amounts of fiber to reach the recommended density so the shell still closes around the inner piece. ✗ Not working BLO/FLO rows as specified will change the surface texture and assembly fit; always follow BLO or FLO instructions exactly to ensure edges align for sewing. ✗ Cutting tails too short makes sewing and hiding ends difficult; leave long yarn tails (about 15 cm where recommended) to sew pieces securely and weave in ends neatly. ✗ Rushing increases and decreases leads to uneven rounds and stitch-count errors; count stitches after each round and use consistent tension to keep the shape symmetrical.

Turtles Amigurumi Pattern

Make a delightful hand-crocheted turtle with this complete pattern. You will create a textured carapace, a cuddly head, tiny tail and detailed eyes using step-by-step rounds and helpful photos. This pattern is perfect for experienced crocheters who enjoy assembling multiple parts and adding charming details to handmade toys.

Advanced 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Turtles Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    YarnArt Jeans (50 g / 150 m per ball), 55% cotton / 45% acrylic, Fine 2: use several colors as follows, approximately 1 ball each
  • 02
    Color 01 - White (for eye details) - 50 g
  • 03
    Color 11 - Light Green (main body, accents) - 50 g
  • 04
    Color 82 - Dark Green (carapace main) - 50 g
  • 05
    Color 40 - Brown (carapace detail) - 50 g
  • 06
    Color 53 - Black (eye pupil/detail) - small amount
  • 07
    Color 67 - Light Yellow (carapace inner piece) - 50 g

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.25 mm (Soft Touch recommended)
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 1.5 mm (Gamma 1.5 is listed as alternative)
  • 03
    Tapestry needle for weaving and sewing
  • 04
    Sewing needle for assembly
  • 05
    Scissors
  • 06
    Stitch markers
  • 07
    Polyester stuffing (synthepuh / fiberfill)
  • 08
    Beads (optional for decoration)
  • 09
    Pins for assembly

Progress Tracker

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— Carapace (1) :

Round 1 :

8 SC IN MR (8)

Round 2 :

8 INC (16)

Round 3 :

(1 SC, INC)*8 (24)

Round 4 :

1 SC, INC, (2 SC, INC)*7, 1 SC (32)

Round 5 :

(3 SC, INC)*8 (40)

Round 6 :

2 SC, INC, (4 SC, INC)*7, 2 SC (48)

Round 7 :

(5 SC, INC)*8 (56)

Round 8-9 :

56 SC (56)

Round 10 :

3 SC, INC, (6 SC, INC)*7, 3 SC (64)

Round 11 :

(7 SC, INC)*8 (72)

Round 12 :

4 SC, INC, (8 SC, INC)*7, 4 SC (80)

Round 13-14 :

80 SC (80)

Round 15 :

(9 SC, INC)*8 (88)

Round 16 :

5 SC, INC, (10 SC, INC)*7, 5 SC (96)

Round 17 :

(11 SC, INC)*8 (104)

Round 18-19 :

104 SC (104)

Round 20 :

6 SC, INC, (12 SC, INC)*7, 6 SC (112)

Round 21 :

(13 SC, INC)*8 (120)

Round 22 :

7 SC, INC, (14 SC, INC)*7, 7 SC (128)

Round 23-27 :

128 SC (128)

Round 28 :

BLO: 128 SC (128)

Round 29 :

FLO: 128 SC (128)

Round 30 :

(15 SC, INC)*8 (136)

Round 31 :

136 SC (136)

Round 32 :

(15 SC, DEC)*8 (128)

Round 33 :

128 SC (128)

Info :

Fasten and cut the thread, leave a yarn tail.

— Carapace (2) :

Round 1 :

8 SC IN MR (8)

Round 2 :

BLO: 8 INC (16)

Round 3 :

BLO: (1 SC, INC)*8 (24)

Round 4 :

BLO: 1 SC, INC, (2 SC, INC)*7, 1 SC (32)

Round 5 :

BLO: (3 SC, INC)*8 (40)

Round 6 :

BLO: 2 SC, INC, (4 SC, INC)*7, 2 SC (48)

Round 7 :

BLO: (5 SC, INC)*8 (56)

Round 8 :

BLO: 56 SC (56)

Round 9 :

BLO: 3 SC, INC, (6 SC, INC)*7, 3 SC (64)

Round 10 :

BLO: (7 SC, INC)*8 (72)

Round 11 :

BLO: 4 SC, INC, (8 SC, INC)*7, 4 SC (80)

Round 12 :

BLO: 80 SC (80)

Round 13 :

BLO: (9 SC, INC)*8 (88)

Round 14 :

BLO: 5 SC, INC, (10 SC, INC)*7, 5 SC (96)

Round 15 :

BLO: (11 SC, INC)*8 (104)

Round 16 :

BLO: 104 SC (104)

Round 17 :

BLO: 6 SC, INC, (12 SC, INC)*7, 6 SC (112)

Round 18 :

BLO: (13 SC, INC)*8 (120)

Round 19 :

BLO: 7 SC, INC, (14 SC, INC)*7, 7 SC (128)

Round 20 :

BLO: 128 SC (128)

— Carapace (3) :

Round 1 :

8 SC IN MR (8)

Round 2 :

8 HDC INC (16)

Round 3 :

(1 HDC, HDC INC)*8 (24)

Round 4 :

1 HDC, HDC INC, (2 HDC, HDC INC)*7, 1 HDC (32)

Round 5 :

(3 HDC, HDC INC)*8 (40)

Round 6 :

2 HDC, HDC INC, (4 HDC, HDC INC)*7, 2 HDC (48)

Round 7 :

48 HDC (48)

Round 8 :

(5 HDC, HDC INC)*8 (56)

Round 9-21 :

56 HDC (56)

Round 22 :

56 SC (56)

— Carapace (4) :

Round 1 :

8 SC IN MR (8)

Round 2 :

BLO: 8 INC (16)

Round 3 :

BLO: (1 SC, INC)*8 (24)

Round 4 :

BLO: (2 SC, INC)*8 (32)

Round 5 :

BLO: (3 SC, INC)*8 (40)

Round 6 :

BLO: (4 SC, INC)*8 (48)

Round 7 :

BLO: (5 SC, INC)*8 (56)

Info :

CHANGE COLOR INTO LIGHT-GREEN ONE (COLOR 11) AND WORK SLIP STITCH FLO FROM 6-1 ROWS.

Info :

RETURN TO THE 1ST PIECE, SEW THE 33RD ROW TO THE 28TH ONE. SEE THE PHOTO.

Info :

ATTACH PIECE (4) TO PIECE (1). BEGIN FROM THE TOP, BUT FIRSTLY FOLD THE PIECE TO MAKE 1ST ROWS TOGETHER.

Info :

ATTACH ALL PIECES (4) TO PIECE (1).

Info :

FOLD PIECE (3) IN HALVES. PLACE THE MARKER TO THE FOLDED EDGE AS IT'S SHOWN IN THE PHOTO. THEN ATTACH LINE AB OF PIECE (3) TO PIECE (2).

Info :

MAKE SOME STITCHES BETWEEN PIECE (2) AND PIECE (3) TO ATTACH THEM TO EACH OTHER.

Info :

SEW PIECE (1) TO PIECE (2). ATTENTION! DON'T ATTACH ALL THE PIECES AT ONCE. LEAVE A SMALL HOLE TO FILL THE PIECE WITH FIBER. DON'T FILL TOO MUCH FIBER. CARAPACE MUST BE FILLED WITH FIBER A BIT TO INSERT AN EGG WITH A LITTLE TURTLE INSIDE. IT'S BETTER TO PUT AN EGG IN PIECE (3) TO FIND OUT FIBER DENSITY.

Info :

THE REST OF PIECES ARE ATTACHED WITH TEMPORARY SEAM. IF YOU CAN'T ALLOCATE ALL THE PIECES, SEW IN 1 PIECE LESS. SEE THE PHOTO.

— Tail :

Round 1 :

6 SC IN MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 INC (12)

Round 3-6 :

12 SC (12)

Info :

FOLD THE PIECE IN HALVES AND WORK SC.

Info :

SEW THE TAIL TO THE CARAPACE.

— Head :

Round 1 :

8 SC IN MR (8)

Round 2 :

8 INC (16)

Round 3 :

(1 SC, INC)*8 (24)

Round 4 :

1 SC, INC, (2 SC, INC)*7, 1 SC (32)

Round 5 :

(3 SC, INC)*8 (40)

Round 6 :

40 SC (40)

Round 7 :

2 SC, INC, (4 SC, INC)*7, 2 SC (48)

Round 8 :

48 SC (48)

Round 9 :

BLO: 48 SC (48)

Round 10 :

48 SC (48)

Round 11 :

48 SC (48)

Round 12 :

(5 SC, INC)*8 (56)

Round 13-14 :

56 SC (56)

Round 15 :

3 SC, INC, (6 SC, INC)*7, 3 SC (64)

Round 16-19 :

64 SC (64)

Round 20 :

(6 SC, DEC)*8 (56)

Round 21-22 :

56 SC (56)

Round 23 :

(5 SC, DEC)*8 (48)

Round 24 :

BLO: 48 SC (48)

Round 25-26 :

48 SC (48)

Round 27 :

(4 SC, DEC)*8 (40)

Round 28 :

40 SC (40)

Round 29 :

(3 SC, DEC)*8 (32)

Round 30 :

(2 SC, DEC)*8 (24)

Round 31 :

(1 SC, DEC)*8 (16)

Round 32 :

8 DEC (8)

Info :

FASTEN OFF LEAVING A TAIL ABOUT 15 CM LONG AND CUT THE YARN.

Info :

USING A TAPESTRY NEEDLE, WEAVE THE YARN TAIL THROUGH THE FRONT LOOP OF EACH STITCH AND PULL TIGHT TO CLOSE.

— Eyes (1 detail) :

Round 1 :

8 SC IN MR (8)

Round 2 :

8 INC (16)

Round 3 :

(1 SC, INC)*8 (24)

Round 4 :

1 SC, INC, (2 SC, INC)*7, 1 SC (32)

Round 5 :

(3 SC, INC)*8 (40)

Round 6 :

40 SC (40)

Round 7 :

2 SC, INC, (4 SC, INC)*7, 2 SC (48)

Round 8 :

48 SC (48)

Info :

FO, WEAVE IN ENDS

— Eyes (2 detail) :

Round 1 :

8 SC IN MR (8)

Round 2 :

8 INC (16)

Round 3 :

(1 SC, INC)*8 (24)

Info :

FASTEN AND CUT THE THREAD, LEAVE A YARN TAIL. NEW THREAD BROWN.

Round 3 (cont) :

BLO: 12 SC, (1 HDC, HDC INC)*6 (30)

Round 4 :

12 SC, 18 HDC (30)

Info :

FASTEN AND CUT THE THREAD, LEAVE A YARN TAIL.

Info :

SEW DETAILS 2 TO DETAILS 1.

— Head Assembly :

Info :

SEW EYES TO HEAD BEKI.

Info :

RETURN TO THE 9TH ROW AND WORK FLO WITH A NEW LIGHT GREEN THREAD (COLOR 11). WORK 3 ROWS - 48 SC.

Info :

WORK THE 2ND EYELID IN THE SAME WAY, BEGINNING FROM THE 46TH ROW.

Info :

MAKE CONTRACTION: INSERT THREAD IN POINT A AND PULL THREAD OUT POINT C. LEAVE A LONG RAIL THREAD IN POINT A.

Info :

PULL A NEEDLE OUTSIDE EYELID IN POINT D.

Info :

SKIP 1 SC AND INSERT A NEEDLE IN POINT B.

Info :

INSERT A NEEDLE IN POINT E AND PULL IT OUT POINT F.

Info :

INSERT A NEEDLE THROUGH THE EYELID IN THE OPPOSITE SIDE AND PULL THREAD OUT POINT G.

Info :

HIDE TAIL THREADS.

Info :

TIGHTEN THREAD AND MAKE SOME STRONG KNOT TO HAVE CONSTRICTION.

Info :

EMBROIDER A MOUTH WITH THIN BLACK THREAD.

Assembly Instructions

  • Return to the 1st carapace piece and sew the 33rd row of the first piece to the 28th row of the main shell piece, aligning edges carefully and using temporary seams where shown in the photos.
  • Attach carapace pieces (4) to carapace (1) beginning from the top; fold pieces as instructed to match first rows together, secure with pins then sew with a whipstitch.
  • Fold carapace piece (3) in halves, place a marker on the folded edge, then attach line AB of piece (3) to piece (2) aligning edges and stitching to secure.
  • When sewing the carapace to the inner shell, leave a small hole for stuffing; fill lightly with fiber so the carapace keeps shape and allows room to insert a small egg or inner plush if desired.
  • Attach the tail to the underside of the carapace at the designated joining point and secure with tight stitches.
  • Sew the eyes to the head, then return to the 9th round and work FLO with light green thread (color 11) for 3 rounds (48 SC) to form the eyelid; create the second eyelid starting at round 46.
  • Use the contraction technique: insert thread through the points indicated (A to C, etc.), pull threads to shape the eyelids and hide tails; finish by embroidering the mouth with thin black thread.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of rounds, especially when working BLO or FLO rows and when matching pieces for assembly.
  • 💡Stuff the carapace and body lightly; overstuffing will distort the shape and make assembly difficult, especially when joining the inner and outer shells.
  • 💡Pin pieces in place and use temporary seams before permanently sewing to ensure correct alignment and symmetrical placement.

This cute turtle amigurumi combines spiral carapace details and soft shaping for a handmade companion you can be proud of. Follow the step-by-step rounds and assembly photos to create a charming, gift-ready toy. Happy crocheting and enjoy adding your own color touches! 🧶🐢

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished turtle measures approximately 18-22 cm across depending on yarn tension and whether you insert a small stuffed inner piece; size varies with yarn and hook used.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can change yarn weight but this will affect final size significantly; switch to the appropriate hook and expect changes in stitch counts and proportions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated advanced and assumes familiarity with working in spirals, BLO/FLO techniques, increases and decreases, and sewing multiple pieces together.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this multi-piece project in 12-15 hours across multiple sessions, depending on experience and assembly speed.