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Joe Amigurumi Pattern

Joe Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 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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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive crocheting.

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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 Joe Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern guides you through making Joe, a 21 cm amigurumi monkey with a removable hoodie and sweet facial details. Each part is written in continuous rounds and includes color-change tips to get an almost invisible transition. The pattern uses single crochet, bobble stitches and simple embroidery for the face.

Joe Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Detailed materials, exact stitch counts and assembly steps are provided for accurate shaping. Helpful photos and notes show eye placement, nose embroidery and how to sew the hoodie and parts together.

Why You'll Love This Joe Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because Joe is full of personality while still being forgiving to make. I enjoy the color-change technique used on the face because it creates a soft, almost invisible transition that makes the monkey look polished. The hoodie and belly patch add lovely details that allow for customization and play. Making Joe is satisfying — you see the shape emerge quickly and the finishing touches (nose holes, eyebrows, little top hair) bring the character to life.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize Joe by changing colors; try pastels for a nursery-friendly version or bright contrasts for a playful look.

You can make Joe larger or smaller by swapping yarn weight and hook size — bulky yarn and a 4 mm hook gives you a chunky cuddle buddy while fingering yarn creates a tiny keychain-sized Joe.

I often add small crocheted accessories like a tiny scarf, hat or a miniature banana to give Joe character and to practice small-scale crochet techniques.

For a winter theme, use deep jewel tones for the jumper and embroider tiny star motifs on the belly patch pocket to make a seasonal gift.

Swap the bobble stitch on the hands and feet for small surface-embroidery toenails to simplify finishing if you prefer a sleeker look.

If you want posable arms, insert thin wire inside the arm tubes before stuffing so you can bend them and set poses for display photos.

Make matching siblings by repeating the pattern in a coordinated color palette — change eye sizes (6 mm or 10 mm) to vary the character's expression and scale.

Try embroidered eyelashes or different mouth shapes to change Joe's personality from shy to mischievous or sleepy.

Use a fun variegated yarn for the jumper to create an instant textured pattern without extra colorwork — the ribbing will show it off beautifully.

I recommend adding a small handwritten tag or label when gifting Joe; a tiny label sewn under the hood or inside the belly patch pocket adds a professional and personal touch.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during continuous rounds causes you to lose track of the beginning of the round; place a stitch marker at the first stitch and move it after each round. ✗ Pulling color-change yarn too tight will pucker the fabric and distort the face area; stop crocheting before the last two loops and pull the new color through the last two loops gently to make the change almost invisible. ✗ Overstuffing limbs or head makes the shape rigid and awkward; stuff gradually and only firm enough to hold shape while keeping flexibility for sewing. ✗ Forgetting to count stitches after increases and decreases will create uneven shaping; always count your stitches after each shaping round to ensure the correct stitch total. ✗ Not leaving a long enough tail for sewing the hoodie or patch causes difficulty when attaching parts; cut a long tail when finishing the hoodie or patch so you can sew neatly without running out.

Joe Amigurumi Pattern

Create Joe the little monkey with this complete crochet pattern. Follow step-by-step rounds, clear color-change tips and assembly photos to make a cuddly 21 cm toy. Ideal for making a thoughtful handmade gift or a charming decorative companion. Youll learn bobble stitches, invisible decreases and how to attach the hoodie and features neatly.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Joe Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Rainbow Bamboo by Hobbii (or similar DK/Light worsted weight) - 1 skein = 100 g, yardage = 250 m
  • 02
    Monkey main color: Nr. 30 Bronze (red-brown) or Nr. 31 Mushroom (brown) - 44 g
  • 03
    Face color: Nr. 02 Natural White (creme) - 14 g
  • 04
    Jumper color: Nr. 21 Ginger (rust-brown) or Nr. 32 Warm Light Gray (light gray) - 33 g
  • 05
    Black sewing/embroidery thread for eyebrows and mouth - small amount

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.5 mm (size B-1 or C-2)
  • 02
    1 pair of safety eyes (Diameter: 8 mm, black)
  • 03
    Darning needle (blunt tip)
  • 04
    Sewing or embroidery needle (pointed and with a large eyelet)
  • 05
    Stitch marker
  • 06
    Fiberfill stuffing
  • 07
    Scissors
  • 08
    Pins for assembly
  • 09
    Optional: long needle or knitting needle to fix head while sewing

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— Head :

Round 1 :

MR 5 sc = 5 st

Round 2 :

inc x 5 = 10 st

Round 3 :

inc x 10 = 20 st

Round 4 :

(1 sc, inc) x 10 = 30 st

Round 5-6 :

30 sc = 30 st (2 rounds)

Round 7 :

(1 sc, inc) x 15 = 45 st

Round 8 :

45 sc = 45 st (1 round)

Round 9 :

(3 sc, inc) x 11, 1 sc = 56 st

Round 10-11 :

56 sc = 56 st (2 rounds)

Info :

The color changes start with the next round. Instructions written behind a letter are crocheted in the respective color. Example: D ((6 sc, inc) x 2, 6 sc), .... The other colors can run alongside or you cut them and knot the ends together.

Round 12 :

D 25 sc, L 6 sc, D 25 sc = 56 st

Round 13 :

D 23 sc, L 10 sc, D 23 sc = 56 st

Round 14 :

D 22 sc, L 12 sc, D 22 sc = 56 st

Round 15-16 :

D 21 sc, L 14 sc, D 21 sc = 56 st (2 rounds)

Round 17 :

D ((6 sc, inc) x 2, 6 sc), L 16 sc, D (6 sc, (6 sc, inc) x 2) = 60 st

Round 18-21 :

D 22 sc, L 16 sc, D 22 sc = 60 st (4 rounds)

Round 22 :

D 21 sc, L (3 sc, inc x 12, 3 sc), D 21 sc = 72 st

Info :

Now insert the security eyes (Diameter: 8 mm) - please see the marked positions on the picture. Orientate yourself towards the color change.

Round 23-29 :

D 21 sc, L 30 sc, D 21 sc = 72 st (7 rounds)

Round 30 :

D (dec x 10, 1 sc), L dec x 15, D (1 sc, dec x 10) = 37 st

Round 31 :

D 11 sc, L 15 sc, D 11 sc = 37 st

Round 32 :

D (dec, 9 sc), L 15 sc, D (9 sc, dec) = 35 st

Round 33 :

D dec x 5, L ((1 sc, dec) x 2, 3 sc, (dec, 1 sc) x 2), D dec x 5 = 21 st

Info :

Fasten off with a slip stitch. Cut the yarn and sew in the yarn tail nicely. Stuff the head with fiber fill. Make sure that the head and the mouth area are well shaped. (At the end the head is sewn to the hoodie with the yarn tail of the hoodie.)

— Facial Features :

Info :

Nose holes: The nose holes are embroidered with a thread (approx. 30 cm / 11.8 inches and face color) between round 23 and 24. Insert the needle from the inside to the outside (picture 1) between stitch 14 and 15 (counted from the right side) and embroider a horizontal stitch - 3 sc in length - to the right and come out where you started (picture 2). Now wrap the thread about 8 x around the horizontal stitch (picture 3), insert the needle at the right side of the nose hole (picture 4) and come out at the opening at the bottom of the head. Make a knot, cut the thread, and hide it inside the head. The left nose hole is worked identical with a distance of 1 sc to the right nose hole. The nose holes should be placed centered between the eyes (picture 5).

Info :

Embroider the eyebrows with embroidery thread 1 round above the eye - slanted over 2- 2 ½ sc in length and 3 rounds high. To form an eye lid, embroider one time from the upper eye halfway downwards with your face color and then embroider from this point downwards to the lower eye. The mouth is embroidered with embroidery thread. It starts centered 4 rounds below the nose holes and is slanted over 4 sc in length and one round high. On the center of the head (MR) 3 threads - with a length of approx. 10 cm / 4 inches - are threaded in. Make a knot. And then cut the hair at 1.5 cm / 0,6 inches. Fan the threads out.

— Ears :

Item Name (P1) :

Ears 2x (Bronze or Mushroom):

Round 1 :

MR 6 sc = 6 st

Round 2 :

inc x 6 = 12 st

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) x 6 = 18 st

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 = 24 st

Round 5 :

1 ch, turn the ear and crochet 22 sc back.

Info :

Cut a long thread for sewing. To be able to weave in the yarn tail nicely at the back of the ear leave the beginning tail of the MR a little bit longer. Attach the ears: The ears are sewn to the head between round 17 and 22 - with a distance of 4 sc to the face. Please orientate yourself again towards the color change.

— Tail :

Round 1 :

MR 6 sc = 6 st

Round 2 :

(1 sc, inc) x 3 = 9 st

Round 3-40 :

9 sc = 9 st (38 rounds)

Info :

Do not fill the tail with fiber fill. Fold the opening of the tail together and crochet 4 sc across. Cut the yarn and sew in the yarn tail nicely.

— Legs :

Info :

Legs - 1x left, 1x right (Natural White and Bronze or Mushroom): Start with Natural White:

Round 1 :

MR 6 sc = 6 st

Round 2 :

inc x 6 = 12 st

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) x 6 = 18 st

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 = 24 st

Round 5 (Leg - left) :

2 sc, 4 x BO, 2 sc, 4 x BO, 2 sc, 4 x BO, 13 sc, 5 x BO, 1 sc = 24 st

Round 5 (Leg - right) :

13 sc, 4 x BO, 2 sc, 4 x BO, 2 sc, 4 x BO, 3 sc, 5 x BO = 24 st

Round 6 :

23 sc in Natural White, color change from Natural White to Bronze or Mushroom, 1 sc = 24 st

Round 7 :

(7 sc, inc) x 3 = 27 st

Round 8-9 :

27 sc = 27 st (2 rounds)

Round 10 :

(7 sc, dec) x 3 = 24 st

Round 11 :

24 sc = 24 st (1 round)

Round 12 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6 = 18 st

Info :

Stuff the foot with fiber fill.

Round 13 :

18 sc = 18 st (1 round)

Round 14 :

(4 sc, dec) x 3 = 15 st

Round 15-16 :

15 sc = 15 st (2 rounds)

Round 17 :

(3 sc, dec) x 3 = 12 st

Round 18-19 :

12 sc = 12 st (2 rounds)

Round 20 :

(2 sc, dec) x 3 = 9 st

Round 21 (Bein links) :

9 sc = 9 st

Round 21 (Bein rechts) :

6 sc, the round is not crocheted till the end.

Info :

The upper part of the leg is NOT stuffed with fiber fill. Fold the opening of the leg together and crochet 4 sc across. Cut the yarn and sew in the yarn tail nicely.

— Arms :

Info :

Arm -1x left, 1x right (Natural White, Bronze and Warm Light Gray or Mushroom and Ginger): Start with Natural White:

Round 1 :

MR 6 sc = 6 st

Round 2 :

inc x 6 = 12 st

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) x 6 = 18 st

Round 4 (Arm - left) :

1 sc, 4 x BO, 1 sc, 4 x BO, 1 sc, 4 x BO, 9 sc, 5 x BO, 2 sc = 18 st

Round 4 (Arm - right) :

9 sc, 4 x BO, 1 sc, 4 x BO, 1 sc, 4 x BO, 3 sc, 5 x BO = 18 st

Round 5 :

17 sc in Natural White, color change from Natural White to Bronze or Mushroom, 1 sc = 18 st

Round 6-8 :

18 sc = 18 st (3 rounds)

Info :

color change from Bronze to Ginger or Warm Light Gray.

Round 9 :

18 sc flo = 18 st

Round 10 :

18 sc blo of round 8 = 18 st

Info :

This way a sleeve ribbing is created. Please note: From here you work both loops again.

Round 11-13 :

18 sc = 18 st (3 rounds)

Round 14 :

(4 sc, dec) x 3 = 15 st

Info :

Stuff hand with fiber fill.

Round 15-18 :

15 sc = 15 st (4 rounds)

Round 19 :

(3 sc, dec) x 3 = 12 st

Round 20-22 :

12 sc = 12 st (3 rounds)

Round 23 :

(2 sc, dec) x 3 = 9 st

Round 24-27 :

9 sc = 9 st (4 rounds)

Round 28 :

2 sc, this round is not crocheted till the end.

Info :

The upper arm is not stuffed with fiber fill. Fold the opening of the arm together and crochet 4 sc across. Cut the yarn and sew in the yarn tail nicely.

— Body :

Round 1 :

MR 6 sc = 6 st

Round 2 :

inc x 6 = 12 st

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) x 6 = 18 st

Round 4 :

1 sc, inc (2 sc, inc) x 5, 1 sc = 24 st

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 = 30 st

Round 6 :

2 sc, inc (4 sc, inc) x 5, 2 sc = 36 st

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6 = 42 st

Round 8 :

3 sc, inc (6 sc, inc) x 5, 3 sc = 48 st

Round 9 :

(7 sc, inc) x 6 = 54 st

Round 10 :

4 sc, inc, (8 sc, inc) x 5, 4 sc = 60 st

Round 11 :

54 sc, crochet in the tail with 4 sc, 2 sc = 60 st

Round 12-13 :

60 sc = 60 st (3 rounds)

Round 14 :

9 sc, crochet in the right leg with 4 sc, 26 sc, crochet in the left leg with 4 sc, 17 sc = 60 st

Info :

(Make sure that the big BO (5x) is pointing inwards when crocheting in. The legs are 26 sc apart at the front as well as at the back. The legs should be attached nicely to each side of the body. Maybe you need to adjust the stitches slightly.)

Round 15-17 :

60 sc = 60 st (3 rounds)

Round 18 :

18 sc, (dec, 1 sc) x 3, (1 sc, dec) x 3, 24 sc = 54 st (The decreases should be placed centered above the belly)

Round 19 :

50 sc, do not crochet the round till the end - this way the color change will be centered at the back.

Info :

Color change from Bronze or Mushroom to Ginger or Warm Light Gray. Now you start crocheting the jumper.

Round 20 :

54 sc flo of round 19 = 54 st

Round 21 :

54 sc blo of round 19 = 54 st

Round 22-25 :

54 sc = 54 st (4 rounds)

Round 26 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6 = 48 st

Round 27 :

48 sc = 48 st (1 round)

Round 28 :

3 sc, dec, (6 sc, dec) x 5, 3 sc = 42 st

Round 29 :

42 sc = 42 st (1 round)

Round 30 :

(5 sc, dec) x 6 = 36 st

Round 31 :

36 sc = 36 st (1 round)

Round 32 :

2 sc, dec, (4 sc, dec) x 5, 2 sc = 30 st

Round 33 :

8 sc, crochet in the right arm with 4 sc, 10 sc, crochet in the left arm with 4 sc, 4 sc = 30 st (The arms are 10 sc apart from each other at the front and at the back there are 12 sc in between.)

Round 34 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 = 24 st

Round 35 :

(6 sc, dec) x 3 = 21 st

Info :

Finish off with a slip stitch. Cut the yarn and weave it in nicely. Now stuff the body with fiber fill.

— Belly patch pocket :

Info :

The belly patch pocket is crocheted in rounds.

Round 1 :

12 ch, 1 tch

Round 2 :

12 sc, 1 tch = 12 st

Round 3 :

dec, 8 sc, dec, 1 tch = 10 st

Round 4 :

dec, 6 sc, dec, 1 tch = 8 st

Round 5-9 :

8 sc, 1 tch = 8 st (5 rows)

Round 10 :

8 sc

Info :

Now you crochet around the edge of the belly patch pocket (approx. 44 sc). In doing this crochet 3 sc in each corner. Cut the yarn leaving a long tail for sewing the belly patch pocket to the jumper. Attach the belly patch pocket with pins centered above the ribbing and to round 29. Then sew the upper and lower edge to the belly.

— Hoodie :

Info :

First the hoodie is crocheted in rounds. With the beginning of round 12 start crocheting in rows.

Round 1 :

MR 8 sc = 8 st

Round 2 :

hdc inc x 8 = 16 st

Round 3 :

(1 hdc, inc) x 8 = 24 st

Round 4 :

(2 hdc, inc) x 8 = 32 st

Round 5 :

(3 hdc, inc) x 8 = 40 st

Round 6 :

(4 hdc, inc) x 8 = 48 st

Round 7 :

(5 hdc, inc) x 8 = 56 st

Round 8 :

(6 hdc, inc) x 8 = 64 st

Round 9-10 :

64 hdc = 64 st (2 rounds)

Round 11 :

64 hdc, 1 tch = 64 st

Info :

Turn the hoodie and start crocheting in rows.

Round 12 :

59 hdc, 1 tch (59 st) (1 rows)

Round 13 :

11 hdc, 6 cm (skip 6 st), 25 hdc, 6 ch (skip 6 st), 11 hdc, 1 tch = 59 st (1 row)

Round 14 :

59 hdc, 1 tch (59 st) (1 row)

Round 15 :

59 hdc (59 st) (1 row)

Info :

If the hoodie is too short at the front crochet one more row. Now you crochet along the inner edge (approx. 20 sc). Cut the yarn leaving a long tail for sewing the hoodie to the head later. (At the end the head is sewn to the body using this yarn tail.)

Item Name (P1) :

Attach the hoodie to the head: Pin the hoodie to the head using pins. Leave an opening of 4 sc at the front (O = 1 st). Sew the hoodie to the head.

Info :

Now sew the head to the body. Tip: Fix the head with the help of a long needle or knitting needle so that the head will not move while sewing it to the body.

— Chord of the Jumper :

Item Name (P1) :

Chord of the Jumper 2x (Ginger or Warm Light Gray): Work a double chain with 16 st. Cut the yarn leaving a long tail for sewing. Pull the tail through the last stitch. Make a knot at the beginning of the chord. Repeat these steps. Sew both chords at each side of the hoodie. Cut the yarn and weave in the yarn tail nicely.

Info :

Now the monkey is finished. Have a lot of fun with your own little Joe!

Assembly Instructions

  • Pin the hoodie to the head leaving an opening of 4 sc at the front (O = 1 st), then sew the hoodie to the head and use the long yarn tail to securely sew the head to the body.
  • Sew each ear to the head between rounds 17 and 22, spacing them 4 sc from the face and checking symmetry before fastening.
  • Attach the legs to the body at the points listed in round 14 (legs 26 sc apart at front and back), making sure the big BOs are pointing inward while crocheting in.
  • Sew the belly patch pocket centered above the jumper ribbing and at round 29, then sew the upper and lower edges to the belly.
  • Sew both cords to each side of the hoodie, knot and weave in ends, and stitch the tail to the bottom center of the body after folding and closing its opening.

Important Notes

  • 💡The pattern is written in US terminology and is worked in continuous rounds; use a stitch marker to mark the start of each round.
  • 💡Stop crocheting right before you pull through the last two loops on the hook when changing colors and pull the new color through to make the color change almost invisible.
  • 💡I recommend using the invisible decrease to get a smoother decrease line; search for video tutorials if you need a visual guide.
  • 💡For bobble stitches follow the written step: insert hook and pull up loops multiple times before pulling through all loops to complete the bobble.

This sweet Joe amigurumi pattern teaches color changes, bobble stitches and tidy finishing techniques to create a lovable handmade toy. Whether you make it for a friend or keep it as a cozy companion, Joe brings lots of charm and personality. Enjoy every stitch and have fun customizing hair, hoodie and colors. 🧶🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 21 cm / 8.3 inches tall when using Rainbow Bamboo by Hobbii and a 2.5 mm hook as recommended.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use other yarn weights, but the final size and stitch counts will change; adjust the hook size accordingly and expect a different finished measurement.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes you know magic ring, single crochet, increases, decreases and bobble/popcorn stitches.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 8-10 hours, though time may vary depending on experience and how many details you add.

Where should I place the safety eyes?

Insert the safety eyes between the marked positions shown in the head photo and orientate yourself towards the color change; the instructions show exact stitch distances for placement.