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Foxes in the Apple Bag Amigurumi Pattern

Foxes in the Apple Bag Amigurumi Pattern
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12-15 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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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 Foxes in the Apple Bag Amigurumi Pattern

Create two tiny foxes (red and white) and an apple-shaped bag with this full crochet pattern. The design includes body, head, limbs, ears, tail, a little dress, pillow, blanket and an apple-base bag. Clear stitch counts, jacquard colour-change notes and assembly photos make construction easy to follow.

Foxes in the Apple Bag Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect for gifting or keeping as a pocket companion, this pattern uses sport weight yarn and a small hook for tight stitches. Both fox variations are included plus all bag pieces and finishing instructions.

Why You'll Love This Foxes in the Apple Bag Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines charming miniature amigurumi with a fun, functional accessory — an apple bag. I enjoy the small-scale shaping and colorwork which give each fox so much personality. The pattern includes two color variations so I can make sets for different recipients. I also love that the bag and tiny accessories let me add playful details and practice assembly skills.

Foxes in the Apple Bag Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Foxes in the Apple Bag Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Foxes in the Apple Bag Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Foxes in the Apple Bag Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy this pattern is to customize by changing yarn colors — try making the foxes in pastels for a soft nursery set or in bold colors for a playful twist.

To make the foxes larger, use a thicker yarn and bigger hook; you can make an oversized apple bag to match by scaling the base and side panels accordingly.

I often swap the safety eyes for French knots or embroidered eyes for a softer, baby-friendly toy — just remember to delay embroidery until assembly if you are still adjusting facial placement.

For more personality, experiment with different ear shapes or add small crocheted scarves, hats, or tiny props like a miniature acorn to tuck into the pocket.

If you want a more durable bag, consider lining the apple with a thin fabric or interfacing before final assembly so the pocket holds small items better.

I sometimes add a short loop or clip to the bag handle to make it a wearable crossbody for small children or a keyring accessory for adults.

Change up the jacquard pattern on the blanket or pillow to create stripes, polka dots, or initials for personalization — jacquard color changes are a great way to practice colorwork.

To make a set, create both a red and white fox and alternate details such as eye size and tail tip color for a coordinated duo.

I recommend trying different stitch tensions to see how it affects the final look; practice on swatches before committing to the full project to get the right density.

For gifting, stitch a small name tag or attach a tiny crocheted flower to the apple bag for a special finishing touch that makes each piece unique.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch marker at the start of rounds can make counting rounds confusing; always place a marker at the first stitch to keep track. ✗ Not crocheting tightly enough will create gaps and show stuffing through the stitches; use the recommended 1.75 mm hook and maintain firm tension. ✗ Forgetting to change color in the jacquard rounds will disrupt the face or tail pattern; change color as instructed at the start of the indicated round and carry yarn neatly. ✗ Overstuffing small parts leads to distorted shapes and difficulty sewing pieces together; stuff gradually and lightly to preserve the form. ✗ Cutting yarn ends too short makes weaving in impossible later; leave long tails for sewing when instructed so you can securely attach parts.

Foxes in the Apple Bag Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming pair of tiny foxes and a cozy apple-shaped bag with this complete crochet pattern. You will find step-by-step stitch counts, color-change notes, and assembly photos to guide your work. The design includes red and white fox variations, miniature accessories, and a stitched apple bag perfect for gifting or play. Follow the instructions closely for best results and enjoy a fun, detailed crochet project.

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Foxes in the Apple Bag Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Sport weight 4ply yarn Yarn Art Jeans (50g / 160m)
  • 02
    Red fox colors: N01 - White; N53 - Black; N85 - Orange; plus Safety Eyes 8mm
  • 03
    White fox colors: N01 - White; N53 - Black; N74 - Pink; plus Safety Eyes 8mm
  • 04
    Apple Bag and accessories colors: N90 - Red; N86 - Yellow; N60 - Green; N70 - Brown
  • 05
    Small amounts of contrast colors for dress, pillow and blanket pieces

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 1.75 mm
  • 02
    Stuffing material, fiberfill
  • 03
    Needle for sewing pieces
  • 04
    4 Buttons for fastening the pieces
  • 05
    Stitch markers
  • 06
    Scissors
  • 07
    Yarn needle for weaving ends
  • 08
    Safety eyes 8mm (2 per fox)

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— RED FOX :

Arms (make 2) :

With Black yarn. 1. 6sc in MR Place row marker here.

Round 2 :

6sc

Round 3 :

Change color to orange.6sc

Round 4-6 :

6sc (3 rounds)

Info :

Stuff the arms with fiberfill. Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave in the yarn ends.

Legs (make 2) :

With Black yarn. 1. 6sc in MR Place row marker here.

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

3sc, 3dec, 3sc (9)

Round 4 :

Change color to orange. (1sc, dec) *3 (6)

Round 5-9 :

6sc (5 rounds)

Info :

Stuff the legs with fiberfill. Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave in the yarn ends.

Ears (make 2) :

Crochet 2 pieces in White and 2 pieces in Orange color. Work in rows. 1. ch5, Start from the second chain on the hook: 4sc, turn (4)

Round 2 :

ch1, dec, 2sc, turn (3)

Round 3 :

ch1, dec, 1sc, turn (2)

Round 4 :

ch1, dec (1)

Info :

Cut the yarn. Place Orange and White pieces wrong sides together, with Black yarn crochet though both pieces: 5sc along one side, inc in the corner, 5sc along other side. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Tail :

With White yarn. 1. 6sc in MR Place row marker here.

Round 2 :

6sc

Round 3 :

(1sc, inc) *3 (9)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc) *3 (12)

Round 5 :

Attention! Crochet in Jacquard colour changing technique from Rnd 5. Change colour to orange yarn (these stitches are highlighted in red) (1sc, 1sc) *6 (12)

Round 6 :

Continue with Orange yarn. 12sc

Info :

Stuff the tail with fiberfill.

Round 7 :

12sc

Round 8 :

(2sc, dec) *3 (9)

Round 9 :

(1sc, dec) *3 (6)

Round 10 :

6sc

Info :

Leave long tail for sewing.

Body (With Orange yarn) :

1. 6sc in MR Place row marker here.

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1sc, inc) *6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc) *6 (24)

Round 5-8 :

24sc (4 rounds)

Round 9 :

(2sc, dec) *6 (18)

Round 10 :

18sc

Round 11 :

(1sc, dec) *6 (12)

Round 12 :

12sc (12)

Info :

Stuff the body with fiberfill.

Head :

13. 12inc (24)

Round 14 :

(3sc, inc) *6 (30)

Round 15 :

Attention! Crochet in Jacquard colour changing technique from Rnd 15 to 18. Change colour to White yarn (these stitches are highlighted in red). 5sc, 10sc, 15sc (30)

Round 16 :

5sc, 10sc, 15sc (30)

Round 17 :

6sc, 8sc, 16sc (30)

Round 18 :

8sc, 4sc, 18sc (30)

Round 19-21 :

Continue with Orange yarn. 30sc (3 rounds)

Info :

Insert the eyes between rounds 18-19 at a distance of 8-10sc.

Round 22 :

(3sc, dec) *6 (24)

Info :

Stuff the head with fiberfill.

Round 23 :

(2sc, dec) *6 (18)

Round 24 :

(1sc, dec) *6 (12)

Round 25 :

6dec (6)

Info :

Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave in the ends.

Info :

Tighten cheeks following the pictures below. Attach ears to head.

— ASSEMBLY (RED FOX) :

Info :

Fasten the legs and arms with a thread mount. Attach the legs and arms using long needle and thread (see photos). Sew the tail to the body. Embroider the upper eyelids, mouth and nose with Black thread.

— WHITE FOX :

Arms (make 2) :

With White yarn. 1. 6sc in MR Place row marker here.

Round 2-6 :

6sc (5 rounds)

Info :

Stuff the arms with fiberfill. Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave in the yarn ends.

Legs (make 2) :

With White yarn. 1. 6sc in MR Place row marker here.

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

3sc, 3dec, 3sc (9)

Round 4 :

(1sc, dec) *3 (6)

Round 5-9 :

6sc (5 rounds)

Info :

Stuff the legs with fiberfill. Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave in the yarn ends.

Ears (make 2) :

Crochet 2 pieces in White and 2 pieces in Pink color. Work in rows. 1. Ch5. Start from the second chain on the hook: 4sc, turn (4)

Round 2 :

Ch1, dec, 2sc, turn (3)

Round 3 :

Ch1, dec, 1sc, turn (2)

Round 4 :

Ch1, dec (1)

Info :

Cut the yarn on the pink pieces. Cut the pink yarn, weave in ends. Do not cut the White yarn, Place white and pink pieces wrong sides together, with White yarn crochet though both pieces: 5sc along one side, inc in the corner, 5sc along other side. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Tail (White fox) :

With Pink yarn. 1. 6sc in MR Place row marker here.

Round 2 :

6sc

Round 3 :

(1sc, inc) *3 (9)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc) *3 (12)

Round 5 :

Attention! Crochet in Jacquard colour changing technique from Rnd 5. Change colour to White yarn (these stitches are highlighted in red) (1sc, 1sc) *6 (12)

Round 6 :

Continue with White yarn. 12sc

Info :

Stuff the tail with fiberfill.

Round 7 :

12sc

Round 8 :

(2sc, dec) *3 (9)

Round 9 :

(1sc, dec) *3 (6)

Round 10 :

6sc

Info :

Leave a long tail for sewing.

Body (White fox) :

With White yarn. 1. 6sc in MR Place row marker here.

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1sc, inc) *6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc) *6 (24)

Round 5-8 :

24sc (4 rounds)

Round 9 :

(2sc, dec) *6 (18)

Round 10 :

18sc

Round 11 :

(1sc, dec) *6 (12)

Round 12 :

12sc (12)

Info :

Stuff the body with fiberfill.

Head (White fox) :

13. 12inc (24)

Round 14 :

(3sc, inc) *6 (30)

Round 15 :

Attention! Crochet in Jacquard colour changing technique from Rnd 15 to 18. Change colour to Pink yarn (these stitches are highlighted in red). 5sc, 10sc, 15sc (30)

Round 16 :

5sc, 10sc, 15sc (30)

Round 17 :

6sc, 8sc, 16sc (30)

Round 18 :

8sc, 4sc, 18sc (30)

Round 19-21 :

Continue with White yarn. 30sc (3 rounds)

Info :

Insert the eyes between rounds 18-19 at a distance of 8-10sc.

Round 22 :

(3sc, dec) *6 (24)

Info :

Stuff the head with fiberfill.

Round 23 :

(2sc, dec) *6 (18)

Round 24 :

(1sc, dec) *6 (12)

Round 25 :

6dec (6)

Info :

Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave in the ends.

Info :

Tighten cheeks following the pictures below. Sew the ears to the head. Fasten the legs and arms with a thread mount. Attach the legs and arms using long needle and thread. Sew the tail to the body. Embroider the upper eyelids, mouth and nose with black thread.

— Dress :

Work :

With Red yarn. Work in rows. 1. Chain 19. From the second chain on the hook: 18sc, turn (18)

Round 2 :

ch1, 3sc, ch4, (skip 4 sc, start from the next stitch), 4sc, ch4, (skip 4 sc, start from the next stitch), 3sc, turn (18)

Round 3 :

ch2, 18dc-inc, turn (36)

Round 4 :

ch2, 36dc, turn (36)

Round 5 :

ch2, (dc-inc, sc) *18

Info :

Cut the yarn. Make a fastener on the dress (sew a button on one side, make a button loop on the other). Put the dress on the fox.

— Pillow :

Make 2 pieces :

Crochet 2 pieces in Yellow color. 1. Chain 15. Start in the second chain from the hook: 14sc, turn (14)

Round 2-11 :

Ch1, 14sc, turn (10 rows). Cut the yarn.

Join :

Place both yellow pieces together using Green yarn crochet through both pieces: 14sc, inc in the corner, 11sc, inc in the corner, 14sc, inc in the corner, 11sc, inc in the corner. Stuff the pillow with fiberfill. Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave in the yarn ends.

— Blanket :

With Yellow yarn :

Work in rows. 1. Ch 31. Start in the second chain from the hook: 30sc, turn (30)

Round 2 :

Attention! Crochet in jacquard technique from Row 2 to 11. Add Green yarn (these stitches are highlighted in red in the original pattern) per chart instructions.

Info :

Follow jacquard chart rows, finish and weave ends.

— BAG - APPLE (Side parts, Apple-base, Connect) :

Side Parts (make 2) :

Crochet 2 pieces in Red and 2 pieces in Yellow color. Work in rows. 1. Chain 7. From the second chain on the hook: 6sc, turn (6)

Round 2-96 :

Ch1, 6sc, turn (95 rows) Fold in half and make 5sl st through both sides.

Info :

Cut the yellow yarn, weave in ends. Do not cut the Red yarn.

Connect the pieces :

Place one Yellow side piece inside the other Red side piece. Connect the two pieces together by using Red yarn and single crochet, (96sc) (see photo). Repeat process on other side using Red yarn and reverse single crochet (96 reverse sc). Cut the yarn.

Apple-Base (make 2) :

Crochet 2 pieces in Red and 2 pieces in Yellow color. Work in rows. 1. Chain 13. From the second chain on the hook: 12sc, turn (12)

Round 2 :

ch1, inc, 10sc, inc, turn (14)

Round 3 :

ch1, inc, 12sc, inc, turn (16)

Round 4 :

ch1, inc, 14sc, inc, turn (18)

Round 5 :

ch1, 18sc, turn (18)

Round 6 :

ch1, inc, 16sc, inc, turn (20)

Round 7-8 :

ch1, 20sc, turn (2 rows)

Round 9 :

ch1, inc, 18sc, inc, turn (22)

Round 10-11 :

ch1, 22sc, turn (2 rows)

Round 12 :

ch1, inc, 20sc, inc, turn (24)

Round 13 :

ch1, 24sc, turn (24)

Round 14 :

ch1, inc, 22sc, inc, turn (26)

Round 15 :

ch1, 26sc, turn (26)

Round 16 :

ch1, inc, 24sc, inc, turn (28)

Round 17-28 :

ch1, 28sc, turn (12 rows)

Round 29 :

ch1, dec, 24, dec, turn (26)

Round 30 :

ch1, dec, 22, dec, turn (24)

Round 31 :

ch1, dec, 20, dec, turn (22)

Round 32 :

ch1, dec, 18, dec, turn (20)

Round 33 :

ch1, dec, 16, dec, turn (18)

Info :

Cut the yellow yarn, weave in ends. Do not cut the Red yarn.

Connect the pieces :

Place two "Apple-Base" together, using single crochet with red yarn around crochet: 96sc. Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave in the ends. Repeat process with the last two hearts.

Assembly :

Attach the apple base to the side part with Red yarn and reverse single crochet (96 reverse sc). Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave in the ends.

Pocket :

With Brown yarn. Work in rows. 1. Chain 23. Start from the second chain on the hook: 22sc, turn (22)

Round 2-14 :

ch1, 22sc, turn (13 rows) Leave long tail for sewing.

Info :

Sew the pocket to one half apple-base.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the apple base to the side part with Red yarn using reverse single crochet (96 reverse sc) all the way around, then fasten off and weave in ends.
  • Place the yellow side piece inside the red side piece and join them with Red yarn single crochet (96sc) around to form each side band before joining both side bands to the apple bases.
  • Sew the pocket (22sc wide, 13 rows) to one half of the apple base using the long tail left for sewing, positioning it centered on the inner base surface.
  • Attach fox limbs and tail with a thread mount and long sewing needle: sew arms and legs to body sides and position the tail at the back; secure firmly with several passes and weave in the threads.

Important Notes

  • 💡Crochet very tightly with the recommended 1.75 mm hook to avoid gaps and visible stuffing.
  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of the beginning of each round, especially during increases and decreases.
  • 💡Stuff parts gradually and evenly; overstuffing can distort the shape while understuffing makes sewing parts unstable.
  • 💡Leave long tails when instructed for sewing pieces together; short ends make assembly difficult.

This sweet Foxes in the Apple Bag amigurumi pattern includes two fox variations and a full apple-shaped bag to house them. It is a delightful, detailed project for crafters who love miniature toys and fun assembly. Make it as a special handmade gift or a charming keepsake to treasure. 🧶🍎

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The height of the foxes is approximately 11 cm / 4.3 inches when using the indicated sport weight yarn and 1.75 mm hook; the bag size is approximately Length 15 cm x Width 14 cm x Thickness 7 cm depending on yarn and tension.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but the finished size will change and you should adjust the hook size accordingly; tighter stitches are required to prevent stuffing showing.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes familiarity with amigurumi basics: magic ring, single crochet, increases and decreases, and basic color change (jacquard) techniques.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crafters finish this multi-piece project in around 12-15 hours total, depending on experience and assembly time.

Where should I place the safety eyes on the fox head?

Insert the safety eyes between rounds 18-19 of the head at a distance of approximately 8-10 single crochets apart as specified in the head instructions.