Free Crochet Caterpillar Amigurumi Pattern: Colorful Nursery Decor

Designer: Mini Baby
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Free Quick to Make Amigurumi Guide, a project that celebrates the vibrant colors of nature’s most curious crawlers. Inspired by the playful transformation of a garden caterpillar, this charming design is perfect as a sensory toy for toddlers, a cheerful desk mascot, or a whimsical addition to a nursery mobile. These DIY Crochet Gift Ideas offer a wonderful way to use up colorful yarn scraps while creating a unique handmade treasure, serving as Easy Crochet Projects that deliver instant gratification. At the end of this guide, you will find a curated list of additional amigurumi caterpillar ideas to help you expand your colorful insect collection. A special thank you goes to Mini Baby for designing such a sweet and approachable pattern for the community. If you have been searching for a delightful way to master character shaping with a fun, multi-colored project, this tutorial is your perfect creative destination.

This step by step lesson is meticulously crafted to be beginner friendly, making it an ideal beginner amigurumi caterpillar pattern for crafters who want to practice seamless transitions and basic spheres. The structure is a fantastic example of a Quick to Make Amigurumi, as the repetitive rounds allow you to find a rhythmic pace and finish the entire body in just one or two sittings. It fits perfectly within the category of Low Sew Amigurumi Patterns, minimizing the stress of assembly and letting you focus on the joyful task of picking your favorite color combinations. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned hobbyist, the simplicity of the design ensures a relaxing experience that results in a high-quality, professional-looking toy.

Bringing this cheerful crawler to life requires only a few high-quality essentials to ensure a durable and soft finish. You will need Peria Baby Cotton yarn in your chosen bright shades and a 2,5 mm crochet hook to keep your stitches neat and secure. The process also involves using premium fiberfill to give each segment of the body a plump, squishable feel that children will love. By following these how to crochet amigurumi techniques, you will learn how to maintain consistent tension and create a well-defined character that stands the test of time. Using these specific materials guarantees a boutique-style result that is both safe for play and beautiful for display.

While the original pattern suggests using a cotton blend for a defined and crisp look, you can easily switch to a bulky velvet yarn to create a giant, huggable version that feels like a soft cloud; just remember that opting for plush fibers will make your final caterpillar significantly larger than the cotton version! Experimenting with different yarn textures is a brilliant way to customize your project while exploring the versatility of the pattern. Now, grab your hook and your most colorful yarns to start this wonderful journey. Happy crocheting!

Materials

• Yarn: Peria Baby Cotton
• Crochet hook: 2,5 mm
• Fiberfill

Abbreviations

Ch– chain
St– stitch
MR– magic ring
Sc– single crochet
Inc– increase (2sc in next st)
Dec– decrease
BLO– Back loop only
(..)*6 – Repeat whatever is between the brackets the number of times stated

STUNNING CATERPILLAR AMIGURUMI: FREE STEP-BY-STEP CROCHET PROJECT

Body

Start with green color

Rnd 1. 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2. 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3. (sc, inc)*6 (18)
Rnd 4. (2sc, inc)*6 (24)
Rnd 5-8. sc in each st around (24) (4rnds)
Rnd 9. (2sc, dec)*6 (18)
Rnd 10. (sc, dec)*6 (12)
Rnd 11. 6 dec (6)

Change the color to yellow

Rnd 12. 6 inc (12)
Rnd 13. (sc, inc)*6 (18)
Rnd 14. (2sc, inc)*6 (24)
Rnd 15. (3sc, inc)*6 (30)
Rnd 16-19. sc in each st around (30) (4rnds)
Rnd 20. (3sc, dec)*6 (24)
Rnd 21. (2sc, dec)*6 (18)
Rnd 22. (sc, dec)*6 (12)
Rnd 23. (sc, dec)*6 (6)

Change the color to dark yellow

Rnd 24. 6 inc (12)
Rnd 25. (sc, inc)*6 (18)
Rnd 26. (2sc, inc)*6 (24)
Rnd 27. (3sc, inc)*6 (30)
Rnd 28. (4sc, inc)*6 (36)
Rnd 29-33. sc in each st around (36) (5 rnds)
Rnd 34. (4sc, dec)*6 (30)
Rnd 35. (3sc, dec)*6 (24)
Rnd 36. (2sc, dec)*6 (18)
Rnd 37. (sc, dec)*6 (12)
Rnd 38. (sc, dec)*6 (6)

Change the color to orange

Rnd 39. 6 inc (12)
Rnd 40. (sc, inc)*6 (18)
Rnd 41. (2sc, inc)*6 (24)
Rnd 42. (3sc, inc)*6 (30)
Rnd 43. (4sc, inc)*6 (36)
Rnd 44. (5sc, inc)*6 (42)
Rnd 45-49. sc in each st around (42) (5 rnds)
Rnd 50. (5sc, dec)*6 (36)
Rnd 51. (4sc, dec)*6 (30)
Rnd 52. (3sc, dec)*6 (24)
Rnd 53. (2sc, dec)*6 (18)
Rnd 54. (sc, dec)*6 (12)
Rnd 55. (sc, dec)*6 (6)

Change the color to brown

Rnd 56. 6 inc (12)
Rnd 57. (sc, inc)*6 (18)
Rnd 58. (2sc, inc)*6 (24)
Rnd 59. (3sc, inc)*6 (30)
Rnd 60. (4sc, inc)*6 (36)
Rnd 61. (5sc, inc)*6 (42)
Rnd 62. (6sc, inc)*6 (48)
Rnd 63-68. sc in each st around (48) (6rnds)
Rnd 69. (6sc, dec)*6 (42)
Rnd 70. (5sc, dec)*6 (36)
Rnd 71. (4sc, dec)*6 (30)
Rnd 72. (3sc, dec)*6 (24)
Rnd 73. (2sc, dec)*6 (18)
Rnd 74. (sc, dec)*6 (12)
Rnd 75. (sc, dec)*6 (6)

Change the color to red

Rnd 76. 6 inc (12)
Rnd 77. (sc, inc)*6 (18)
Rnd 78. (2sc, inc)*6 (24)
Rnd 79. (3sc, inc)*6 (30)
Rnd 80. (4sc, inc)*6 (36)
Rnd 81. (5sc, inc)*6 (42)
Rnd 82. (6sc, inc)*6 (48)
Rnd 83. (7sc, inc)*6 (54)

Rnd 84-89. sc in each st around (54) (6 rnds)
Rnd 90. (7sc, dec)*6 (48)
Rnd 91. (6sc, dec)*6 (42)
Rnd 92. (5sc, dec)*6 (36)
Rnd 93. (4sc, dec)*6 (30)
Rnd 94. (3sc, dec)*6 (24)
Rnd 95. (2sc, dec)*6 (18)
Rnd 96. (sc, dec)*6 (12)
Rnd 97. (sc, dec)*6 (6)

Change the color to pink

Rnd 98. 6 inc (12)
Rnd 99. (sc, inc)*6 (18)
Rnd 100. (2sc, inc)*6 (24)
Rnd 101. (3sc, inc)*6 (30)
Rnd 102. (4sc, inc)*6 (36)
Rnd 103. (5sc, inc)*6 (42)
Rnd 104. (6sc, inc)*6 (48)
Rnd 105. (7sc, inc)*6 (54)
Rnd 106. (8sc, inc)*6 (60)
Rnd 107-112. sc in each st around (60) (6 rnds)
Rnd 113. BLO (9sc, inc)*6 (60)

Change the color to skin

Rnd 114. (8sc, dec)*6 (54)
Rnd 115. (7sc, dec)*6 (48)
Rnd 116. (6sc, dec)*6 (42)
Rnd 117. (5sc, dec)*6 (36)
Rnd 118. (4sc, dec)*6 (30)
Rnd 119. (3sc, dec)*6 (24)
Rnd 120. (2sc, dec)*6 (18)
Rnd 121. (sc, dec)*6 (12)
Rnd 122. (sc, dec)*6 (6)
Fasten off

Antennas (2 pcs)

Start with one blue the other with black color
Rnd 1. 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2. 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3. (sc, inc)*6 (18)
Rnd 4. sc in each st around (18)
Rnd 5. (sc, dec)*6 (12)
Rnd 6. 6 dec (6)
Rnd 7-12. sc in each st around (6) (6 rnds)
Fasten off.

Congratulations, you have completed the amigurumi caterpillar pattern.

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