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Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern

Millie the Melon Pig 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 Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a 12-inch tall Millie the Melon Pig amigurumi, complete with a textured watermelon skirt and tiny embroidered seeds. You will work small shapes like hooves, arms, ears and assemble them onto the body with clear step-by-step instructions. Color changes and a short crochet skirt add playful detail to this cheerful handmade toy.

Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern includes full materials and abbreviations lists, every round written out, and detailed assembly steps with photo guidance. Intermediate skill level is recommended for best results.

Why You'll Love This Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines charming colorwork with simple amigurumi construction to create a unique character. I find the watermelon skirt so satisfying to crochet — the texture and color pops add instant personality. Sewing the head and adding embroidered seeds are hands-on finishing steps I really enjoy. This design makes a cheerful gift and a fun display piece that brightens any shelf.

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Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize Millie — try different color palettes for the skirt to suit seasons or holidays.

I often make a mini version by using sport weight yarn and a smaller hook for keychains and tiny gifts.

To make Millie chunkier and cuddlier, use bulky yarn and a larger hook; the shape stays the same but becomes more plush.

Swap the safety eyes for embroidered eyes if you need a fully washable or child-safe toy — embroidering also changes the expression.

Add wire to the arms for posability or stitch the arms onto the body at different angles for more character variety.

Embroider different seed patterns on the dress with contrasting thread to create unique personalities for each pig.

I like to add tiny crocheted accessories like bows, hats, or a little watermelon slice to hold for extra charm.

Change the nose color to make a different breed look, or add blush with pastel chalk to the cheeks for a softer look.

Mix yarn brands and textures in the skirt for a playful mosaic effect — just check tension and adjust stuffing as needed.

For a themed set, crochet matching fruits or accessories and make a whole series of fruit-themed animals using the same body and pattern modifications.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Placing safety eyes too early can result in poor positioning later; mark placement and temporarily pin eyes before securing backs. ✗ Overstuffing the head and body makes sewing and shaping harder; stuff gradually and add small amounts to reach the desired shape. ✗ Skipping stitch markers during continuous spiral rounds can cause lost beginning stitches; use a marker and move it every round to track the start. ✗ Changing hook sizes mid-piece will alter gauge and size unexpectedly; maintain consistent hook and yarn unless intentionally resizing. ✗ Ignoring the BLO instructions for certain rounds will change the appearance of the skirt and body edges; follow BLO/BLO notes carefully for the correct look.

Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern

Create Millie the Melon Pig, a sweet watermelon-themed amigurumi perfect for gifting or brightening your home. This pattern walks you through every round and assembly step so you can make a neat, professional-looking pig. With colorwork for the skirt and simple shaping for the body, you will enjoy every part of the process.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted weight yarn (#4), approximately 100g of main color (Color B: Light Pink)
  • 02
    Color A: Dark Pink - small amount for dress detail (approx 50-75g accent colors total)
  • 03
    Color C: Light Green - accent for skirt (approx 50-75g)
  • 04
    Color D: Dark Green - small amount for skirt edge (approx 10-25g)
  • 05
    Color E: White - small trimming amount
  • 06
    Color F: Medium Pink - for nose/hooves (small amount)
  • 07
    Color G: Mint - small amount for skirt top joining and sl st

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size D / 3.25 mm
  • 02
    18 mm safety eyes (2 pieces)
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Sewing needle / yarn needle for sewing and embroidery
  • 05
    Stitch markers
  • 06
    Polyester fiberfill stuffing
  • 07
    Black embroidery thread (optional) for seeds and eyelashes
  • 08
    Pins for assembly

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— Head :

Info :

Crocheted from front of nose to back of head

Info :

Starting with Color F

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring = 6

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around = 12

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 = 18

Round 4 :

3 dc in the next 2 stitches, 2 sl, 3 dc in the next 2 stitches, 12 sc = 26

Info :

Change to Color B

Round 5 :

BLO, 6 sc, dec (You will be decreasing in the 2 sl from previous round), 16 sc, dec = 24

Round 6 :

(7 sc, inc) x 3 = 27

Round 7 :

sc in each st around

Round 8 :

(8 sc, inc) x 3 = 30

Round 9 :

sc in each st around

Round 10 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6, 12 sc = 36

Round 11 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6, 12 sc = 42

Round 12 :

(4 sc, inc) x 6, 12 sc = 48

Round 13 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6, 12 sc = 54

Info :

Place eyes between rounds 11 and 12, leaving 13 holes between them. 1st eye is placed before the 2nd increase. Count 13 holes after the first eye and place the 2nd eye. If you want the sunken eye look, do not place the backs of the eyes on until round 22.

Info :

TIP! You may have to adjust the eye placement depending on yarn and hook size you use.

Round 14-19 :

sc in each st around

Round 20 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6 = 48

Round 21 :

(6 sc, dec) x 6 = 42

Round 22 :

(5 sc, dec) x 6 = 36

Info :

Now for the eyes. Stuff the head well. Cut a long piece of yarn and remove the eyes. Place the needle in the hole where the first eye was and thread the needle into a hole next to the eye hole. Go back and forth between each eye hole repeating the process from the first eye. Pull slightly on the yarn after going through each hole. Do this about 3 times on each side until you reach the look you want. Follow the pictures for help. There is also a youtube video I have for extra help on this process. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XoBnTY6k70&t=55s To place the backs of the eyes you will need to remove most of the stuffing to place the washers on the eyes then re stuff it.

Round 23 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6 = 30

Round 24 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 = 24

Round 25 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6 = 18

Round 26 :

(sc, dec) x 6 = 12

Round 27 :

dec x 6 = 6

Info :

F/O and sew the hole closed

— Legs and Body :

Info :

Starting with Legs (Make 2): Starting with F: Make 2 hooves

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring = 6

Round 2 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Do not F/O the 2nd hoof! Continue crocheting to connect them:

Round (connect) 1 :

Work a sc in the 1st hoof, 2 more sc, inc, (3 sc, inc) x 2 = 15

Round (connect) 2 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Change to Color B

Round 3 :

sc in each st around

Round 4 :

(4 sc, inc) x 3 = 18

Round 5 :

sc in each st around

Round 6 :

(5 sc, inc) x 3 = 21

Round 7 :

sc in each st around

Info :

(On the 2nd leg, work an additional 16 sc, this is to move the starting point)

Info :

Do not F/O the 2nd leg! Continue crocheting to connect the legs together.

Round (connect legs) :

Ch 3, work a sc on the 1st leg to connect them together, work 20 more sc around the 1st leg, work 3 sc on the back of the ch 3, work 21 sc on the 2nd leg, work 3 sc on the front of the ch 3 = 48

— Body Continued :

Round 1 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Start stuffing the legs and stuff the body as you work

Round 3 :

(7 sc, inc) x 6 = 54

Round 4 :

(8 sc, inc) x 6 = 60

Round 5-9 :

sc in each st around

Round 10 :

(8 sc, dec) x 6 = 54

Round 11 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6 = 48

Round 12 :

(6 sc, dec) x 6 = 42

Round 13-14 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Change to Color A

Round 15 :

sc in each st around

Round 16 :

BLO (5 sc, dec) x 6 = 36

Round 17-20 :

sc in each st around

Round 21 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6 = 30

Round 22-23 :

sc in each st around

Round 24 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 = 24

Round 25 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6 = 18

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Tail :

Info :

With Color B: Ch 17

Round 1 :

inc in 2nd ch from hook and across = 32

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Ears (Make 2) :

Info :

With Color B

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring = 6

Round 2 :

sc in each st around

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 3 = 9

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 3 = 12

Round 5 :

sc in each st around

Round 6 :

(sc, inc) x 6 = 18

Round 7 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 = 24

Round 8-10 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Do not stuff the ears

Round 11 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6 = 18

Round 12 :

(sc, dec) x 6 = 12

Info :

Fold the ear in half and sc the opening closed. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Arms (Make 2) :

Info :

Starting with Color F: Make 2 hooves

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring = 6

Round 2 :

Sc in each st around

Info :

Do not F/O the 2nd hoof!

Round (connect) 3 :

Work a sc in the 1st hoof to connect them together, work 11 more sc around = 12

Round 4 :

(3 sc, inc) x 3 = 15

Round 5 :

Sc in each st around

Info :

Change to Color B

Round 6 :

(3 sc, dec) x 3 = 12

Round 7 :

Sc in each st around

Round 8 :

Dec, 10 sc = 11

Round 9 :

Sc in each st around

Info :

Stop stuffing the arms

Round 10 :

Dec, 9 sc = 10

Round 11 :

sc in each st around

Round 12 :

Dec, 8 sc = 9

Round 13-17 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Fold the arm in half and sc the opening closed. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Skirt :

Info :

Starting with Color C: Turn the body upside down with the back side of the pig facing you. Attach the yarn to the center stitch with a sl st on round 16 of the body.

Round 1 :

ch4 (counts as the 1st dc), in the next st dc + ch 1. Repeat around the body. Sl st in the 3rd starting chain to join.

Round 2 :

Ch 3, dc + Ch 1 + 2 dc in same st, *skip 1st ch space, in the next ch space work 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc* Repeat from * to *, sl st in the 3rd chain to join

Round 3 :

Ch 3, dc +Ch 1 + 2 dc in same st, *skip 1st ch space, in the next ch space work 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc* Repeat from * to *, sl st in the 3rd chain to join

Info :

Change to Color D

Round 4 :

Ch 2, Work a hdc in each st around, join to top of ch 2 with a sl st

Info :

Change to Color E

Round 5 :

Repeat round 4

Info :

F/O and weave in any tails.

Info :

With Color G: Turn the body upside down and attach the yarn with a sl st in between the skirt and top. Sl st around the body in between those rounds: F/O and weave in the tail ends

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach head to the body: Pin the head to the body for extra support, adding stuffing if needed, then sew the head to the body securely using a yarn needle and the long tail left from the body.
  • Place and sew ears: Pin the ears onto the head approximately between rounds 21 and 22, then sew the ears onto the head using the long tails left for sewing.
  • Attach tail: Pin the tail onto the body right underneath the skirt, then sew the tail securely to the body.
  • Attach arms: Pin the arms onto the side of the body approximately between rounds 23 and 24, then sew the arms onto the body.
  • Eye finishing and embroidery: Use a long strand of white yarn to add highlights to the eyes by threading through eye holes as described, then embroider black seeds on the dark pink dress area using black embroidery thread.

Important Notes

  • 💡Do not join rounds unless stated; work in a continuous spiral and use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round.
  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of the start of each round, especially for shaping and color-change rounds.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and consistently; start stuffing legs and body as you work to maintain shape and avoid lumps.
  • 💡Pin parts in place before sewing to ensure correct positioning and symmetry during assembly.
  • 💡Weave in tails and secure safety eyes properly; you may need to remove stuffing to attach back washers.

Thank you for choosing Millie the Melon Pig! This little pig is full of charm and colorful detail, perfect for gifting or keeping as a cheerful handmade companion. Crochet, stuff, sew and bring Millie to life — she is sure to brighten any day. 🧶✨🐷

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 12 inches from foot to top of head when using worsted weight (#4) yarn and a 3.25 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can change yarn weight, but it will affect the final size and may require adjusting hook size and eye placement accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of amigurumi stitches (sc, inc, dec, BLO) and working in continuous rounds is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, depending on experience, assembly time, and any customization.

What safety eyes size is recommended?

The pattern uses 18 mm safety eyes, but you can choose a smaller or larger size and adjust placement if needed.