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Minion Amigurumi Pattern

Minion 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 Minion Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern guides you through crocheting a 12-inch tall Minion amigurumi, complete with goggles, dungaree and detailed eye. Youll work in rounds, change colors and pick up stitches to shape the toy precisely. Clear instructions and helpful how-to photos are included to make tricky steps easier.

Minion Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Includes a materials list, abbreviations, and sewing/assembly instructions for neat finishing. Suitable for crocheters familiar with basic stitches and comfortable working increases and decreases.

Why You'll Love This Minion Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it captures the playful personality of a Minion with simple stitches and bold color changes. I put careful notes into the assembly steps so the finished toy looks polished and sturdy. The design balances easy construction with satisfying detailing like the embroidered mouth and felt logo. Making one of these always brightens my day and makes a charming gift for kids and collectors alike.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this Minion by swapping colors; try pastel shades for a softer look or neon for a fun twist.

I sometimes make a mini version by using DK yarn and a smaller hook to create keychain-sized Minions.

I often add embroidered freckles or a tiny pocket to the dungaree for personality and detail.

You can change the outfit entirely — make a scarf, hat, or overalls in different colors to match seasons or holidays.

I like to replace the felt logo with a tiny crocheted applique for a fully yarn-based finish.

Try adding a small length of wire inside the arms if you want posable limbs that hold a pose.

For a safer toy for small children, avoid buttons and sew all pieces securely, using embroidered eyes instead of glued felt.

I recommend experimenting with different yarn textures — a fuzzy yarn for hair creates a playful look that stands out.

If you want a more realistic eye, substitute safety eyes or embroider extra detail in the iris before sewing the eye in place.

I often personalize Minions with small accessories like a tiny hat or backpack to create sets and gift bundles that kids love.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch marker at the color change can make it hard to find the correct round later; place a locking stitch marker and note the round number immediately. ✗ Overstuffing the head or body can distort shaping and make sewing difficult; stuff gradually and check shape frequently while adding small amounts. ✗ Forgetting to pick up stitches at the specified round will leave gaps in the dungaree or straps; count and mark the stitches first, then pick them up carefully following the diagram. ✗ Working into both loops when the pattern specifies back loop only will change the texture and fit; double-check instructions and practice the back loop technique on a scrap before continuing.

Minion Amigurumi Pattern

Create a cuddly Minion with this clear, photo-guided crochet pattern. Youll make the body, limbs, eye, goggles and dungaree with step-by-step rounds and helpful how-to tips. Perfect for gifting or keeping as a playful handmade companion. The pattern includes full assembly notes and finishing details to bring your Minion to life.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Minion Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Bulky weight yarn in yellow color (main body)
  • 02
    Bulky weight yarn in blue color (dungaree and details)
  • 03
    Bulky weight yarn in black color (gloves, shoes, hair and strap)
  • 04
    Bulky weight yarn in white color (eye)
  • 05
    Bulky weight yarn in brown color (iris)
  • 06
    Bulky weight yarn in grey color (goggles)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size J (6 mm)
  • 02
    Sharp embroidery needle
  • 03
    Tapestry needle
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Small piece of black craft felt and sewing thread
  • 06
    4 Small buttons (12 mm approximately)
  • 07
    Fiberfill or stuffing of your choice
  • 08
    Stitch markers

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— How To :

Infos :

Working into the back loop only: All stitches are worked in both loops of the stitch, unless otherwise directed. 1. Look for the V's across the top of the stitches. 2. Insert the hook underneath the back loop of each V, and make a simple crochet. 3. This way your Minion will stand upright better.

Infos :

Pick up stitches (step-by-step): 1. Insert the hook into the stitch hole you want to start with, and take it out to the next left hole. 2. Using blue yarn, make a slip knot and place it on your hook. 3. Draw the yarn through the piece you already have on your hook. 4. Insert the yarn tail into the back of your work. 5. Attach the yarn tail into the back of your work. 6. Insert the hook into the hole you already have your work yarn to, and take it out to the next left hole. 7. Make a simple crochet. 8. Continue repeating the steps 6 and 7. 9. This is the result.

— Legs :

Info :

Make 2. Starting at the bottom of the foot, using J hook and black yarn.

Round 1 :

Ch 6, sc 5 starting in second chain from hook, then work 5 sc on opposite side of chain. (10 sts)

Round 2 :

2 sc in first stitch, sc 2, sc 2 in each of the next 4 sts, sc 2, 2 sc in last stitch. (16 sts)

Round 3 :

Sc 1, 2 sc in next st, sc 5, 2 sc in next st, sc 1, 2 sc in next st, sc 5, 2 sc in last st. (20 sts)

Info :

Working into the back loop only (if you need help see page 3).

Round 4 :

Sc 20.

Info :

Working in both loops.

Round 5 :

Sc 20.

Round 6 :

Sc 1, dec 1, sc 5, dec 1, sc 1, dec 1, sc 5, dec 1. (16 sts)

Round 7 :

Sc 4, dec 4 times, sc 4. (12 sts)

Info :

Change to blue yarn.

Round 8-11 :

Sc 12.

Info :

Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing.

Info :

Using J hook and blue yarn, picking up stitches at round 7 (on the color change) sc all around leg (if you need help see page 4). Fasten off. Stuff and set aside.

— Eye :

Info :

Working in rounds, using J hook and black yarn for the center; change colors as instructed.

Round 1 :

Ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from hook, change color to brown before joining to the first sc, ch 1. (6 sts)

Round 2 :

Sc 2 in each sc around, change color to white before joining, ch 1. (12 sts)

Info :

Working in continuous round.

Round 3 :

*Sc 1, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (18 sts)

Round 4 :

*Sc 2, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (24 sts)

Round 5 :

*Sc 3, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (30 sts)

Info :

Change to yellow yarn.

Round 6 :

Sc 30.

Info :

Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing. Using J hook and yellow yarn, picking up stitches at round 5 (on the color change) sc all around eye (if you need help see page 4). Fasten off and set aside.

— Fingers :

Info :

Make 6. Using J hook and black yarn.

Round 1 :

Ch 2, 4 sc in second ch from hook.

Round 2 :

Sc 4.

Info :

Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing, and set aside.

— Hands and Arms :

Info :

Make 2. Using J hook and black yarn for the hand, then change to yellow and continue for the arm.

Round 1 :

Ch 2, 4 sc in second ch from hook.

Round 2 :

Sc 2 in each sc around. (8 sts)

Round 3 :

*Sc 1, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 4 times. (12 sts)

Round 4 :

Sc 12.

Info :

Remove hook, but do not fasten off. Sew 3 fingers on the hand, one on top and the others next to it.

Round 5 :

*Sc 1, dec 1*, rep 4 times. (8 sts)

Info :

Mark round 5 with a locking st marker; youll come back to it later to finish the glove. Change to yellow yarn. Working into the back loop only (if you need help see page 3).

Round 6 :

Sc 8.

Round 7-22 :

Sc 8.

Info :

Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing.

Item Name (Complete the glove) :

Using J hook and black yarn, holding arm (hand down), join yarn to one of front loops you left in round 5 when making hand (the round you marked with a locking st marker). Working through the front loops all around hand.

Round 1 :

Sc 8.

Round 2 :

*Sc 1, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 4 times. (12 sts)

Round 3 :

Sc 12.

Info :

Fasten off, weave in ends and set aside.

— Body :

Info :

Using J hook and yellow yarn. Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated. Remove hook only when instructed.

Round 1 :

Ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from hook.

Round 2 :

Sc 2 in each sc around. (12 sts)

Round 3 :

*Sc 1, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (18 sts)

Round 4 :

*Sc 2, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (24 sts)

Round 5 :

*Sc 3, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (30 sts)

Round 6 :

*Sc 4, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (36 sts)

Round 7 :

*Sc 5, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (42 sts)

Round 8 :

*Sc 6, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (48 sts)

Round 9 :

*Sc 7, 2 sc in next sc*, rep 6 times. (54 sts)

Info :

Remove hook, but do not fasten off. Work on hair: secure, on the wrong side of your work, about 14 pieces of black yarn around the top of the head. Take one end of each yarn piece to the right side and cut them into desired length.

Round 10-36 :

Sc 54.

Info :

Mark round 36 with a locking st marker; youll come back to it later to finish the dungaree. Change to blue yarn.

Round 37 :

Sc 54.

Info :

Remove hook, but do not fasten off. Work on face: sew the eye to the head, stuffing it lightly as you go. Embroider mouth with a piece of black yarn. Flatten arms, and attach to body.

Round 38-41 :

Sc 54.

Round 42 :

*Sc 7, dec 1*, rep 6 times. (48 sts)

Round 43 :

*Sc 6, dec 1*, rep 6 times. (42 sts)

Round 44 :

*Sc 5, dec 1*, rep 6 times. (36 sts)

Info :

Stuff body, and continue crocheting.

Round 45 :

*Sc 4, dec 1*, rep 6 times. (30 sts)

Round 46 :

*Sc 3, dec 1*, rep 6 times. (24 sts)

Round 47 :

*Sc 2, dec 1*, rep 6 times. (18 sts)

Info :

Stuff body a little more and continue crocheting.

Round 48 :

*Sc 1, dec 1*, rep 6 times. (12 sts)

Round 49 :

*dec 1*, rep 6 times. (6 sts)

Round 50 :

Sc next and 4th st together.

Info :

Fasten off, pulling knot to center. Sew legs to body.

— Dungaree :

Info :

Go to minion's body round 36 (the one you marked with a locking st marker, on the color change) and mark 13 stitches centered into the front of the body.

Info :

Using J hook, join blue yarn at the first stitch you marked on your right.

Round 1 :

Picking up stitches sc in each of the 13 sts you marked (if you need help see page 4). (13 sts)

Round 2-8 :

Ch 1, turn, sc 13. (13 sts)

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Info :

Go to minion's body round 36 (the one you marked with a locking st marker, on the color change), and mark 15 stitches centered into the back of the body.

Info :

Using J hook, join blue yarn at the first stitch you marked on your right.

Round 1 :

Picking up stitches sc in each of the 15 sts you marked (if you need help see page 4). (15 sts)

Round 2-9 :

Ch 1, turn, sc 15. (15 sts)

Info :

Do not fasten off, continue sc around the dungaree: sc down the dungaree back part, sc picking up stitches on round 36 until you find the dungaree front part and sc around it (up, straight and down), sc picking up stitches on round 36 until you find the dungaree back part and sc up of it.

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Item Name (Dungaree straps) :

Dungaree straps (make 2): Using J hook and blue yarn.

Round 1 :

Ch 3, starting in second chain from hook sc 2. (2 sts)

Round 2-22 :

Ch 1, turn, sc 2. (2 sts)

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends. Sew dungaree straps in place, with a button on every strap end. Use the template to cut Gru's logo from black felt and sew it in place.

— Minion Goggles :

Info :

Using J hook and grey yarn for the goggle ring; black yarn for the strap.

Round 1 :

Ch 36, sc into the first chain you made (the chain farthest from your hook) to join the foundation chain into a ring. Then continue to sc into each ch stitch around the ring.

Round 2-6 :

Sc 36. (36 sts)

Info :

Fold the piece so the foundation chain is touching round 6. Continue crocheting through round 6 and the respective stitch on the foundation chain at the same time.

Round 7 :

Sc 36. (36 sts)

Info :

Fasten off, weave in ends and set aside.

Item Name (Goggles strap) :

Using J hook and black yarn.

Round 1 :

Ch 4, starting in second chain from hook sc 3. (3 sts)

Round 2-40 :

Ch 1, turn, sc 3. (3 sts)

Info :

Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing. Sew strap to goggles. Sew strap to goggles. Congratulations! I wish you keep enjoying it.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the eye to the head, stuffing it lightly as you go and positioning it centered on the face before securing.
  • Flatten each arm and sew it to the sides of the body, aligning the top of the arm to rounds 38-41 for a natural placement.
  • Sew the two legs to the bottom of the body, spacing them evenly on the base so the Minion can sit or stand properly.
  • Pick up stitches for the dungaree on the marked round 36: attach blue yarn and pick up the exact number of stitches for front and back panels, then sew the dungaree and straps with buttons in place.
  • Attach the goggles and strap centered around the head; sew Gru’s logo cut from felt to the dungaree front and weave in all ends neatly.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark important rounds such as the color change at round 36 and the glove front loops so you can find them later.
  • 💡Stuff the head and body gradually while shaping — understuffing can make features loose and overstuffing can distort the shape.
  • 💡When picking up stitches for the dungaree or eye, count and mark the exact stitches on round 36 to ensure accurate placement and symmetry.

This Minion amigurumi pattern is a delightful weekend project with charm and character. It includes step-by-step rounds, helpful how-to photos, and finishing tips to make your Minion polished and gift-ready. Whether for play or display, this plush creation will bring smiles and handmade joy. 🧶😊

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 12 inches tall when made with bulky weight yarn and a J (6 mm) hook.

Can I use a different yarn weight for this pattern?

Yes, you can substitute yarn weight, but the final size and stitch counts will change; choose an appropriately sized hook to maintain gauge and adjust stitch counts if needed.

Do I need to know advanced techniques to make this?

This pattern is rated intermediate — basic crochet stitches, increases/decreases, and picking up stitches are required; the how-to photos help with the trickier steps.

How long does this project typically take?

Most crocheters finish this Minion in about 5-7 hours, depending on experience, speed, and how much time you spend on assembly and finishing details.