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Wallace and Wanda Whales Amigurumi Pattern

Wallace and Wanda Whales 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 Wallace and Wanda Whales Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates two charming whale amigurumi — Wallace (with fair isle color dots) and Wanda (solid color). The whales are worked top-to-bottom with separate fins and a joined tail for neat shaping. You will learn how to carry color on the wrong side for the dot pattern and how to shape the body with invisible decreases.

Wallace and Wanda Whales Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Pattern includes full round-by-round instructions, finishing and assembly notes, and terminology. Designed for DK weight cotton yarn and a 2.75 mm hook for a compact, sturdy finish.

Why You'll Love This Wallace and Wanda Whales Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines simple amigurumi construction with a playful fair isle technique that adds personality without complicated colorwork. I enjoy how the top-to-bottom construction creates a perfectly rounded body that is satisfying to stuff and shape. The separate fins and joined tail give the whales a polished, handmade look that I find really charming. I also appreciate that the pattern is versatile — you can make a matched set or customize colors to suit any nursery or gift.

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

Switch Things Up

I love changing up the colors to create different personalities—try soft pastels for a nursery pair or bold brights for playful decor.

You can make the whales larger or smaller by switching yarn weight and hook size; bulky yarn will make a chunky cuddly whale while sport weight gives a tiny collectible.

I often swap the cotton yarn for acrylic to make a softer, fluffier finish that is easier to wash for toys.

Try different safety eye sizes or embroider eyes for a gentler, baby-safe option.

Add tiny embroidered smiles, freckles, or different spot patterns to give each whale unique expressions.

I sometimes add a small loop at the top to turn the whale into an ornament or mobile using a matching yarn tail.

For a coastal theme, use stripes or ombre yarn for the body instead of the dot pattern for a nautical look.

If I want a poseable toy, I add lightweight wire to the fins during assembly to bend them slightly for personality.

Create matching accessories like a tiny crochet hat, bow, or scarf to make a set—perfect for gifting multiple whales with different outfits.

Experiment with different tail shapes by adjusting the fin rounds or joining technique to create wider or narrower tails to suit your aesthetic.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch marker when working continuous rounds will make it hard to identify the beginning of rounds; place a stitch marker at the first stitch of every round to keep accurate counts. ✗ Not inserting safety eyes before stuffing enough can distort placement later; insert the safety eyes between the recommended rounds and stuff as you go to maintain correct positioning. ✗ Overstuffing or stuffing only at the end causes lumps and misshapen curves; stuff firmly as you work and overstuff slightly before finishing each section for smooth shaping. ✗ Changing colors incorrectly for the fair isle dots may leave loose floats on the right side; carry the yarn on the wrong side and work over the unused strand to keep the right side neat. ✗ Using visible decreases can leave gaps in the fabric when closing the body; use an invisible decrease technique as recommended for a seamless finish.

Wallace and Wanda Whales Amigurumi Pattern

Make two adorable whale amigurumi — Wallace with playful color dots and Wanda in a solid, modern color. This pattern guides you through top-to-bottom construction, color-carry fair isle dots, and simple assembly so you can create a cuddly handmade friend. Perfect as a gift or nursery decor, the pattern includes detailed rounds and finishing tips to help you succeed.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Wallace and Wanda Whales Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Rico creative Ricorumi DK cotton - Color A Tangerine (2 x 0.9 oz ball)
  • 02
    Rico creative Ricorumi DK cotton - Color B White (1 x 0.9 oz ball)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 2.75 mm (US size C)
  • 02
    Fiberfill for stuffing
  • 03
    Safety eyes 8 mm (2 pieces)
  • 04
    Tapestry needle
  • 05
    Stitch marker

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— Stats :

Info :

The whale is approximately 6.5 inches long (15.24 cm)

— Terminology :

Infos :

This pattern uses US terminology. MR - magic ring. ch(s) - chain(s). inc - increase. sl st - slip stitch. BLO - back loop only. hdc - half double crochet. st(s) - stitch(es). sc - single crochet. dec - decrease. F/O - fasten off. [ ] - total # of sts per round. ( ) - repeat steps in brackets.

— Notes :

Infos :

1. The basic pattern for both of the whales is the same. If you want to make the whale with color dots (Wallace), follow the fair isle pattern instructions listed below, along with the basic pattern beginning from round 1 to round 25 of the head and body. 2. Work in continuous rounds without joining the round with a slip stitch. Do not turn at the end of each round unless directed to. 3. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of each round. 4. The whale's body is constructed from top to bottom. The fins and tail are made separately and attached to the body during assembly. 5. I recommend using an invisible decrease to avoid getting a gap in the stitches. 6. Firmly stuff as you work and overstuff slightly before finishing the section you are working on. This will allow for the stuffing to fill out the shape once crocheting is done. 7. For the whale with colored dots (Wallace) carry the yarn on the wrong side technique is used for changing colors, instead of cutting and rejoining a new strand each time. To carry a strand on the wrong side, work over the unused strand every few stitches with the second color.

Info :

The Fair Isle Color Dot instructions begin on the next page below.

— Fair Isle Color Dot Pattern :

Info :

Follow for the color dot whale (Wallace) only.

Round 1 :

sc in color A around

Round 2 :

sc in color A around

Round 3 :

(5 sc in color A, 1 sc in color B) around

Round 4 :

sc in color A around

Round 5 :

sc in color A around

Round 6 :

2 sc in color A, (1sc in color B, 5 sc in color A) around until last four stitches. End with 1sc in color B, 3 sc in color A.

Info :

Repeat Rounds 1-6 for the color dot pattern.

— Body :

Info :

Using the color A (Tangerine) yarn, begin with an MR

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR [6]

Round 2 :

(inc in each st) x 6 [12]

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 [18]

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc ) x 6 [24]

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc) x 6 [36]

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6 [42]

Round 8 :

(6 sc, inc) x 6 [48]

Round 9 :

(7 sc, inc) x 6 [54]

Round 10 :

(8 sc, inc) x 6 [60]

Round 11 :

sc in each st around [60]

Round 12 :

(9 sc, inc) x 6 [66]

Round 13 :

(10 sc, inc) x 6 [72]

Round 14-24 :

sc in each st around [72]

Round 25 :

(10 sc, dec) x 6 [66]

Info :

Insert the safety eyes between rounds 17 and 18, approx 13 sts apart. Stuff and shape the body as you work.

Info :

F/O color A (Tangerine) yarn, join and continue in color B (White) yarn.

Round 26 :

sc in each st through BLO around [66]

Round 27 :

(9 sc, dec) x 6 [60]

Round 28 :

(8 sc, dec) x 6 [54]

Round 29 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6 [48]

Round 30 :

(6 sc, dec) x 6 [42]

Round 31 :

(5 sc, dec) x 6 [36]

Round 32 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6 [30]

Round 33 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 [24]

Round 34 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6 [18]

Round 35 :

(1 sc, dec) x 6 [12]

Round 36 :

(dec) x 6 [6]

Info :

Fill the body with fiberfill firmly. F/O and thread tail end of yarn onto a tapestry needle, insert the needle in and out of the remaining sts, pull tight to close, and weave in end.

— Tail :

Info :

Start by making two fins (these will be joined together later in the pattern to complete the tail).

Info :

Using the color A (Tangerine) yarn, begin with an MR

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR [6]

Round 2 :

(sc, inc) x 3 [9]

Round 3 :

sc in each st around [9]

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 3 [12]

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) x 3 [15]

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc) x 3 [18]

Round 7 :

sc in each st around [18]

Round 8 :

(4 sc, dec) x 3 [15]

Round 9 :

(3 sc, dec) x 3 [12]

Round 10 :

(1 sc, dec) x 4 [8]

Info :

For the first fin, you make, F/O and cut the yarn. For the second fin, stop after round 10 and follow the joining instructions given on the next page below.

Round 11 :

Joining round

Info :

Insert your hook into the st next to the closing st of the first fin and draw up a loop and yarn through as you would for any sc stitch. Mark this as the first sc of this round and continue crocheting around through both fins. You should have 16 sts by the end of this round.

Round 12 :

(2 sc, dec) around [12]

Round 13 :

sc in each st around [12]

Round 14 :

(inc) x 2; sc in next 9 sts; inc around [15]

Round 15 :

(1 sc, inc) x 2; sc in next 10 sts; inc around [18]

Round 16 :

(2 sc, inc) around [24]

Round 17 :

sc in each st around [24]

Round 18 :

(inc) x 6 times; sc in next 18 sts around [30]

Round 19 :

(inc, 2 sc) x 4; sc in next 4 sts; hdc in next 10 sts; sc in next 4 sts around [34]

Round 20 :

sc in next 20 sts; hdc in next 10 sts; sc in next 4 sts around [34]

Info :

Sl st into the next stitch and F/O leaving a long tail for sewing.

— Side Fins (Make 2) :

Info :

Using the color A (Tangerine) yarn

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR [6]

Round 2 :

(1 sc; inc) x 3 [9]

Round 3 :

(2 sc, inc) x 3 [12]

Round 4 :

(3 sc, inc) x 3 [15]

Round 5 :

sc in each st around [15]

Round 6 :

(3 sc, dec) x 3 [12]

Round 7 :

(1 sc, dec) x 4 [8]

Round 8 :

sc in each st around [8]

Info :

Sl st into the next stitch and F/O leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff the fins.

— Assembly :

Info :

Position the fins evenly on each side of the body. I have placed them on rounds 24 and 25 beginning from the top. Before sewing the fins on, ensure that they are symmetrically placed and are parallel to the eyes.

Info :

The side with hdc is the bottom side of the tail. Use fiberfill to stuff the front of the tail (not the fins). Using the side fins as a guide pin the tail centrally to the back of the body. Sew the tail neatly and carefully.

Assembly Instructions

  • Position the fins evenly on each side of the body; place them on rounds 24 and 25 beginning from the top, and sew them on symmetrically so they are parallel to the eyes.
  • Insert the safety eyes between rounds 17 and 18, approximately 13 stitches apart, before finishing stuffing and shaping the body.
  • Use the side fins as a guide to pin the tail centrally to the back of the body, ensuring the side with hdc faces down, then sew the tail neatly and securely.
  • Stuff the body firmly as you work and overstuff slightly before finishing each section, then close the opening with a tapestry needle and weave in the tail.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work in continuous rounds without joining with a slip stitch unless directed; do not turn at the end of rounds for best shaping.
  • 💡Use a stitch marker at the beginning of each round to track your progress and maintain correct stitch counts.
  • 💡Firmly stuff as you work and overstuff slightly before finishing a section to allow the stuffing to fill the shape properly.
  • 💡Use an invisible decrease for closing to avoid gaps in the stitches and a smooth finish.

Create these sweet whales for nurseries, gifts, or a cheerful handmade collection. 🧶 The pattern gives step-by-step instructions for color dots or a solid whale, with clear rounds and assembly tips. 🧵 Have fun customizing colors and sharing your creations on social media with #loveandstitchco! ✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The whale is approximately 6.5 inches long (15.24 cm) when using the recommended DK cotton yarn and 2.75 mm hook.

Can I use a different yarn weight or hook size?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will affect the final size and fabric density; choose a suitable hook for your yarn and adjust stuffing accordingly.

Do I need experience with colorwork for the dot version (Wallace)?

Intermediate crochet skills are recommended for the fair isle dot version, as it uses carrying the unused color on the wrong side to create neat dots without cutting yarn.

When should I place the safety eyes?

Insert the safety eyes between rounds 17 and 18, spacing them approximately 13 stitches apart, and ensure the body is stuffed and shaped as you work.