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Blueberry Crochet Amigurumi

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Soft, oversized, and full of character, this Blueberry Crochet Amigurumi gives your hands a relaxing run of simple stitches before the face brings everything to life. The easy construction, thick chenille, and low round count make it welcoming if you're newer to amigurumi, while the finishing details keep it satisfying for an experienced crocheter.

Blueberry Crochet Amigurumi finished in rich blue yarn with a round, playful shape this …

I especially love how the gathered frill grows from the unused front loops, so there's no separate piece to sew on. Choose your favorite berry shade, adjust the cheek color, and enjoy watching that personality appear!

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Why You'll Love This Pattern

  • Quick body construction: The body uses short continuous rounds and jumbo chenille, so you build the plush shape without complicated shaping or long stretches of counting.
  • Minimal sewing: Only the eyes need to be sewn onto the body. The frill is crocheted directly into the exposed loops, and the cheeks are embroidered in place.
  • Simple face details: Each oval eye is made in a single row around both sides of a foundation chain, with slip stitches adding the white detail.
  • A satisfyingly plush finish: Firm stuffing and a closed crochet fabric give you a substantial round blueberry that feels soft in your hands.

Pattern Details

  • Skill Level: Easy
  • Finished Size: 29 in. around x 10 in. tall
  • Gauge: Rounds 1-3 measure 7 in. across the widest point from flo to flo. Each eye measures 3 in. tall x 2 in. wide.
  • Yarn Weight: Jumbo (7) and Super Bulky (6)
  • Time to Make: about 3-5 hours
Blueberry Crochet Amigurumi close-up showing textured stitches and its rounded blueberry shape

Yarn and Supplies

You'll use jumbo chenille for the body and smaller super bulky chenille for the face, plus two hook sizes to keep each part neat and well defined.

  • Color A: Navy jumbo chenille yarn, size 7, 100% polyester, 32 yds / 29 m per 300 g / 10.5 oz skein; approximately 60.8 yds / 570 g, 2 skeins: Chenille can hide stitch tops, especially in dark colors. A marker and contrasting scrap yarn will save you time when you're locating rounds and exposed loops.
  • Color B: Coal or black super bulky chenille yarn, size 6, 100% polyester, 220 yds / 201 m per 300 g / 10.5 oz skein; approximately 19 yds / 25 g, 1 skein
  • Color C: White super bulky chenille yarn, size 6, 100% polyester, 220 yds / 201 m per 300 g / 10.5 oz skein; approximately 3 yds / 4 g, 1 skein
  • Color D: Soft pink super bulky chenille yarn, size 6, 100% polyester, 220 yds / 201 m per 300 g / 10.5 oz skein; approximately 6 yds / 8 g, 1 skein
  • 19 mm crochet hook: This large hook is paired with exceptionally thick jumbo chenille. Check the fabric as you work because the goal is a closed surface without visible stuffing gaps.
  • 8 mm (US L-11) crochet hook
  • Tapestry needle
  • Scissors
  • Stitch marker, optional
  • Toy stuffing or fiberfill

Stitches & Abbreviations

  • blo - back loop only
  • ch - chain
  • chs - chains
  • dc - double crochet
  • flo - front loop only
  • fo - finish off
  • hdc - half double crochet
  • MC - magic circle
  • PM - place marker or place stitch marker
  • RS - right side
  • sc - single crochet
  • sl st - slip stitch
  • st - stitch
  • sts - stitches
  • WS - wrong side

dc inc: Work 2 dc into the same stitch.

sc inc: Work 2 sc into the same stitch.

sc2tog: Work 2 sc together to decrease by 1 stitch.

Yarn under sc: Insert the hook into the indicated stitch, yarn under the hook and pull up a loop, yarn over the hook and pull through both loops on the hook.

How to Crochet the Blueberry Amigurumi

Read through the frill and eye placement instructions before you begin so you know which loops and yarn tails need to stay accessible.

Gauge isn't vital, but a different gauge may change the finished size and the amount of yarn required. The toy is worked from the top of the blueberry to the bottom. Use the 19 mm crochet hook for the body to create a tight, closed fabric free of holes. The Blueberry Body is worked in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise. Don't join at the end of a round; use a stitch marker to track the beginning. Round 1 may be started with ch 2 or a magic circle. For a cleaner sc2tog, use an invisible decrease worked under the front loops only.

Blueberry Body

  • Round 1: With Color A and the 19 mm hook, ch 2. Work 8 sc into the 2nd ch from the hook. (8)
  • Round 2: (Sc inc) 8 times. (16)
  • Round 3: Working every stitch in the blo, *sc in the next st, sc inc in the next st; rep from * 7 more times. PM in the flo of the first st of this round. (24)

Weave a piece of contrasting scrap yarn through the unused front loops to make them easier to find when you crochet the Blueberry Frill.

  • Rounds 4-9: Sc around. (24)
  • Round 10: Begin stuffing the toy firmly and continue adding stuffing after each subsequent round. *Sc in the next st, sc2tog; rep from * 7 more times. (16)
  • Round 11: (Sc2tog) 8 times. (8)
  • Step 1: FO, leaving a long yarn tail. Weave the tail through the flo of every stitch in the last round, then pull firmly to close the toy. Weave in the ends.

Blueberry Frill

  • Round 1: With the outside of the Blueberry Body facing you, insert the 19 mm hook under the flo of the first st of Body Round 3. Place a slip knot in Color A on the hook and pull it through the stitch. Ch 2, which counts as the first st, dc in the same st, sc in the next st, *dc inc in the next st, sc in the next st; rep from * 6 more times. Join the last st to the first st with a sl st. (24)
  • Step 1: FO and weave in the ends.

Eyes

Make 2.

  • Row 1: With Color B and the 8 mm hook, ch 5. With the RS facing, hdc in the 2nd ch from the hook, hdc in each of the next 2 chs, work 5 hdc in the last ch, then work along the other side of the foundation chain and hdc in each of the next 3 chs. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. (11)

White of Right Eye

  • Step 1: Hold one completed eye with the RS facing. Attach Color C to the first st of Row 1 with a sl st, which counts as a stitch. Sl st in each of the next 5 sts. FO and pull the yarn tail through. Bring the tail to the WS through the ending stitch and weave in the ends. (6)

White of Left Eye

  • Step 1: Hold the other completed eye with the RS facing. Attach Color C to the 6th st of Row 1 with a sl st, which counts as a stitch. Sl st in each of the next 5 sts. FO and pull the yarn tail through. Bring the tail to the WS through the ending stitch and weave in the ends. (6)

Assembly and Details

  • Step 1: Sew the eyes onto the Blueberry Body between Rounds 6-8, approximately 1 stitch apart.
  • Step 2: For the cheeks, cut an extra-long piece of Color D and thread it onto a tapestry needle, holding the yarn double. Embroider a cheek approximately 2 stitches wide, starting 1 round below the outside edge of the eye. Stitch over the cheek 2 times for fuller coverage. Repeat for the second cheek. FO and weave in the ends.
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Tips for the Best Results

  • Mark the first stitch: Move your marker at the start of every body round. Chenille makes the round transition hard to see, and an accidental extra stitch will affect the decrease rounds.
  • Save the front loops: After Round 3, run contrasting scrap yarn through the unused front loops without pulling them tight. You'll be able to find all 24 loops quickly when it's time to add the frill.
  • Stuff in stages: Begin after Round 9 as directed, then add smaller amounts after each decrease round. Push stuffing toward the sides before filling the center so the body stays evenly rounded.
  • Pin the expression first: Position both eyes between Rounds 6-8 and check the 1-stitch gap before sewing. Add the cheeks only after the eyes are secure so their placement matches on both sides.

A Neater Bottom Closure

Work each sc2tog through the front loops of the next 2 stitches only. This invisible decrease leaves less bulk on the outside of the plush and helps the final rounds close smoothly.

Before pulling the last tail tight, check that the body is firmly and evenly stuffed. Once the tail has cinched the final 8 stitches, weave it through the closed area several times to secure it.

Blueberry Color and Texture Ideas

  • Try another jumbo chenille: A different size 7 chenille can replace Color A, but strand thickness varies widely between brands. Check the first 3 rounds against the gauge and expect the finished size and yardage to change if your fabric is looser or denser.
  • Use smooth yarn for the features: A smooth super bulky yarn can replace the chenille used for the eyes and cheeks. The stitches will be easier to see, though the pieces may look flatter and measure differently from the plush versions.
  • Change the berry shade: Navy can become bright blue, purple, or another berry-inspired color without changing the construction. Keep enough contrast between the body, eyes, white detail, and cheeks so each sewn feature remains distinct.
  • Adjust the hook only when needed: If stuffing shows through the body, move to a slightly smaller hook and check that the chenille still slides comfortably. A smaller hook creates denser fabric but can reduce the finished size and increase hand strain.
  • Vary the cheek detail: You can use a lighter or deeper pink and adjust the fullness by changing how tightly the doubled yarn lies. Keep each cheek close to 2 stitches wide and start 1 round below the outside edge of its eye.

Fixing Frill, Shape, and Stitch-Count Snags

  • The frill loops are hard to find: Look for the horizontal strands left on the surface of Body Round 3. The body stitches were worked in the back loops, so the unused front loops should form a complete ring of 24 attachment points.
  • The body has visible gaps: Check that you're using the 19 mm hook with the jumbo Color A yarn and that your single crochets aren't being stretched. If necessary, tighten your tension slightly or test a smaller hook before continuing.
  • The final shape looks uneven: Redistribute the stuffing before closing the last round. Add small pieces near any hollow areas rather than pushing one large clump into the center, then cinch the final 8 front loops firmly.

A Cheerful Blueberry Accent

Set your finished blueberry on a shelf, desk, or craft-room table where its bright blue color and expressive face can add a playful note. It also makes a cheerful handmade gift on its own, especially with a small card sharing the berry theme.

Blueberry Crochet Amigurumi displayed in a styled setting with its rounded shape

Care Instructions

All of the listed yarn is 100% polyester, but chenille looks best when handled gently. Spot clean with cool water and mild soap, then reshape and air dry completely. Check the yarn labels before using any other washing method, and don't wring or scrub the plush surface.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the body use a 19 mm hook while the eyes use an 8 mm hook?

The 19 mm hook suits the jumbo body yarn, while the 8 mm hook suits the thinner super bulky feature yarn. Using separate hook sizes keeps the body fabric closed without making the smaller eye stitches loose and oversized. If you substitute yarn, judge each hook by the resulting fabric rather than the printed yarn category alone.

Where do I attach the blueberry frill?

Attach the frill to the 24 unused front loops from Body Round 3. Those loops remain visible because Round 3 is worked entirely in the back loops. Starting at the marked first stitch keeps the frill aligned with the round and ensures that its alternating dc increases and single crochets use every loop.

When should I begin stuffing the blueberry?

Begin stuffing after Round 9, before working the decreases in Round 10. The opening is still wide enough at that point to distribute the filling around the sides. Continue adding small amounts after each following round because waiting until all 8 final stitches remain makes it difficult to fill the upper shape evenly.

Can I start the body with a magic circle instead of chaining 2?

Yes, work the 8 single crochets of Round 1 into a magic circle instead. Pull the ring securely closed and weave the beginning tail into the inside before stuffing. Chenille can shed or weaken when pulled too sharply, so tighten the center gradually rather than yanking the tail in one motion.

Why do the white details begin in different stitches on the two eyes?

The right eye begins at the first stitch, while the left eye begins at the 6th stitch. Starting on opposite portions of the oval places the 6 white slip stitches on corresponding sides when the eyes are positioned on the face. Keep each eye RS-facing as you attach Color C so the white edging sits cleanly on the front.

Your finished blueberry is ready to bring a soft, cheerful expression to a favorite shelf or brighten the moment you hand it to someone. Leave a comment if you make one.

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