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Steve & Zombie Amigurumi Pattern

Steve & Zombie 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 Steve & Zombie Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a pair of miniature amigurumi characters — Steve and a Zombie — with simple square-style heads and jointed arms using safety eyes. It features colorwork to recreate pixelated faces and clothing details. The pattern includes step-by-step rounds for heads, limbs, body, a small sword and clear assembly instructions.

Steve & Zombie Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You'll work with fine/4ply yarn, a small hook and basic amigurumi techniques like MR, sc, increases and decreases. The finished toys are compact and perfect for gifting, play or tabletop display.

Why You'll Love This Steve & Zombie Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it brings playful pixel characters to life with simple shapes and bold color blocks. I designed the square head with color changes to mimic the iconic look while keeping crochet construction straightforward. I enjoy how the small details — like the embroidered eyes and tiny sword — add so much personality. I think makers will appreciate the clear round-by-round instructions and the rewarding assembly steps that make the pieces move well together.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how you can customize these characters with just color changes — swap the shirt or hair color to create new friends.

I sometimes change yarn weight and use a 3.5 mm hook to make a chunkier version for a cuddlier toy.

I often add embroidered details or felt accessories like a tiny hat or scarf to personalize each figure.

I recommend experimenting with different eye placements to vary expressions — moving the eyes up or down changes personality a lot.

I like to make a tiny wardrobe set: add a cape, a little backpack, or a mini helmet using the same yarn to create matching accessories.

Want a keychain? Use thinner yarn and a smaller hook / make a reduced scale version and attach a keyring.

Try adding wire in the arms if you want a posable figure — just use thin craft wire and wrap it safely to avoid poking out.

Switch materials for a softer texture: cotton will feel different than acrylic and gives a different drape for the shirt and hair.

I sometimes embroider freckles or scars to make unique characters — a few contrasted stitches add lots of character.

Finally, I like to make matching sibling sets by adjusting colors only; it’s a quick way to create a family of characters using the same pattern.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds can lead to losing the start of round and misplacing color changes; place a marker and move it each round to maintain correct stitch counts. ✗ Not stuffing as you go results in lumps or underfilled sections; stuff gradually and evenly, adding small amounts at a time while shaping. ✗ Using different yarn weights or larger hooks changes the finished size and density; stick to the recommended fine/4ply yarn and 2.0 mm hook or adjust all parts consistently. ✗ Crocheting in V-shape single crochet for colorwork causes visible shifts across rows; use X-shape or semi X-shape single crochet (yarn under technique) to keep color changes invisible. ✗ Forgetting to leave long yarn ends for sewing means you will have to reattach yarn later; leave the specified long ends when finishing limbs and legs for easier assembly.

Steve & Zombie Amigurumi Pattern

Make your own charming Steve and Zombie amigurumi inspired by classic pixel characters. This pattern walks you through crocheting heads, bodies, arms, legs, a sword and finishing details with colorwork and assembly tips. Perfect for crafters who enjoy a fun, slightly detailed amigurumi project you can gift or display.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Steve & Zombie Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Fine/4ply yarn Gazzal Jeans (50g/170m), beige color (code 1114) for Steve's head and hands
  • 02
    Fine/4ply yarn YarnArt Jeans (50g/160m), brown color (code 70) for Steve's hair and beard, and for sword details
  • 03
    Fine/4ply yarn YarnArt Jeans (50g/160m), navy blue color (code 16) for Steve’s pants
  • 04
    Fine/4ply yarn YarnArt Jeans (50g/160m), turquoise color (code 33) for Steve’s shirt
  • 05
    Fine/4ply yarn Gazzal Jeans (50g/170m), dark gray color (code 1140) for boots
  • 06
    Fine/4ply yarn Gazzal Jeans (50g/170m), green color (code 1151) for Zombie’s head and hands
  • 07
    Fine/4ply yarn Gazzal Jeans (50g/170m), dark green color (code 1129) for Zombie’s hair
  • 08
    Fine/4ply yarn YarnArt Jeans (50g/160m), light gray color (code 49) for sword blade
  • 09
    Some white and black yarn for the eyes and small details
  • 10
    Additional small amounts of accent colors for facial pixels and sword embroidery

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.0 mm
  • 02
    Tapestry needle for embroidery and sewing on pieces
  • 03
    Stitch marker
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Safety eyes (for the arms fastening)
  • 06
    Any stuffing material to your taste (fiberfill or synthetic filling)
  • 07
    Small pieces of thick plastic for shoe soles (optional)
  • 08
    Pins for assembly

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— Head :

Info :

Start in brown color.

Round 1 :

8 sc in a MR [8]

Round 2 :

(1 sc, 3in1)*4 [16]

Round 3 :

2 sc, (3in1, 3 sc)*3, 3in1, 1 sc [24]

Round 4 :

3 sc, (3in1, 5 sc)*3, 3in1, 2 sc [32]

Round 5 :

4 sc, (3in1, 7 sc)*3, 3in1, 3 sc [40]

Round 6 :

5 sc, (3in1, 9 sc)*3, 3in1, 4 sc [48]

Round 7 :

6 sc, (3in1, 11 sc)*3, 3in1, 5 sc [56]

Round 8 :

7 sc, (3in1, 13 sc)*3, 3in1, 6 sc [64]

Round 9 :

BLO 64 sc [64]

Round 10-12 :

(3 rounds): 64 sc [64]

Info :

In the next rounds alternate brown, blue, white and beige colors.

Rounds 13-14 :

25 sc (brown), 15 sc (beige), 24 sc (brown) [64]

Rounds 15-16 :

23 sc (brown), 19 sc (beige), 22 sc (brown) [64]

Rounds 17-18 :

18 sc (brown), 3 sc (beige), 2 sc (brown), 2 sc (beige), 3 sc (white), 3 sc (blue), 3 sc (beige), 3 sc (blue), 3 sc (white), 2 sc (beige), 2 sc (brown), 3 sc (beige), 17 sc (brown) [64]

Round 19 :

18 sc (brown), 7 sc (beige), 3 sc (white), 3 sc (blue), 3 sc (beige), 3 sc (blue), 3 sc (white), 7 sc (beige), 17 sc (brown) [64]

Rounds 20-21 :

18 sc (brown), 29 sc (beige), 17 sc (brown) [64]

Rounds 22-23 :

18 sc (brown), 10 sc (beige), 2 sc (brown), 5 sc (beige), 2 sc (brown), 10 sc (beige), 17 sc (brown) [64]

Round 24 :

15 sc (brown), 13 sc (beige), 9 sc (brown), 13 sc (beige), 14 sc (brown) [64]

Round 25 :

15 sc (brown), 13 sc (beige), 9 sc (brown), 27 sc (beige) [64]

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Continued on the next page =>

Info :

Next, crochet only in beige color.

Round 26 :

7 sc, (sc3tog, 13 sc)*3, sc3tog, 6 sc [56]

Round 27 :

6 sc, (sc3tog, 11 sc)*3, sc3tog, 5 sc [48]

Round 28 :

5 sc, (sc3tog, 9 sc)*3, sc3tog, 4 sc [40]

Info :

Stuff the head tightly and evenly with fiberfill and continue:

Round 29 :

4 sc, (sc3tog, 7 sc)*3, sc3tog, 3 sc [32]

Round 30 :

3 sc, (sc3tog, 5 sc)*3, sc3tog, 2 sc [24]

Round 31 :

2 sc, (sc3tog, 3 sc)*3, sc3tog, 1 sc [16]

Round 32 :

1 sc, (sc3tog, 1 sc)*3, sc3tog [8]

Info :

Sl st at the end, cut the yarn, pull off the hole to close and fasten off.

— Arms :

Item Name (Palms P1) :

PALMS (make 2). Crochet in beige color. Ch 5, start in the second chain from the hook.

Round 1 :

1 inc, 2 sc, 3 sc in the last chain, on the other side of the chain 3 sc [10]

Rounds 2-9 :

(8 rounds): 10 sc [10]

Info :

Do not stuff, fold in half and crochet 5 sc through both sides (photo1). Then crochet the fingers. From the last stitch: ch 4, 3 sc (along the chain), 3 sl st (along the last round of the palm), ch4, 3 sc (along the chain). Sew the fingers to round 1 of the palm.

Item Name (Arms P1) :

ARMS (make 2). Crochet in beige color:

Round 1 :

8 sc in a MR [8]

Round 2 :

(1 sc, 3in1)*4 [16]

Round 3 :

BLO 16 sc [16]

Info :

Sew the crocheted part to the palm as shown in the photo.

Rounds 4-8 :

(5 rounds): 16 sc [16]

Info :

Change color to turquoise:

Rounds 9-14 :

(6 rounds): 16 sc [16]

Info :

Leave the yarn end about 40 cm long to finish the arm after fastening it to the body.

— Legs :

Info :

(make 2) Start in dark gray color.

Round 1 :

8 sc in a MR [8]

Round 2 :

(1 sc, 3in1)*4 [16]

Round 3 :

2 sc, (3in1, 3 sc)*3, 3in1, 1 sc [24]

Round 4 :

BLO 24 sc [24]

Rounds 5-6 :

24 sc [24]

Info :

To keep the soles flat, cut out a piece of thick plastic to fit the shape of the sole and put it inside. After stuffing it will not be rounded.

Info :

Change color to blue:

Round 7 :

BLO 24 sc [24]

Rounds 8-15 :

(8 rounds): 24 sc [24]

Round 16 :

17 sc (short round), cut the yarn, leaving a long end for sewing.

Info :

Crochet the second leg in the same way from Rnd 1 to Rnd 15, and finish Rnd 16 to the end:

Round 16 :

24 sc [24]

Info :

After the second leg is done, do not cut the yarn. From this point, we will continue to crochet the body.

— Body :

Info :

Place the legs as shown in photo 1 and sew up 6 sc on the right and 6 sc on the left leg. Before sewing, pay attention to how the square is located at the base of the legs. Sew the stitches together along the side of this square. After sewing, continue to crochet from the last stitch on the second leg. Work around both legs, making extra sc at the sewing points.

Round 1 :

4 sc, 2 extra sc between the legs, 13 sc (blue), 2 sc (turquoise), 3 sc, 2 extra sc between the legs, 14 sc (blue) [40]

Round 2 :

19 sc (blue), 2 sc (turquoise), 19 sc (blue) [40]

Rounds 3-4 :

17 sc (blue), 6 sc (turquoise), 17 sc (blue) [40]

Info :

Change color to turquoise:

Round 5 :

(work in back loops along blue stitch and in both loops along turquoise stitches): 40 sc [40]

Rounds 6-14 :

(9 rounds): 40 sc [40]

Rounds 15-16 :

24 sc (turquoise), 4 sc (beige), 12 sc (turquoise) [40]

Rounds 17-18 :

22 sc (turquoise), 8 sc (beige), 10 sc (turquoise) [40]

Round 19 :

6 sc (turquoise), move the marker of the round beginning into the last stitch and start a new round.

Round 20 :

5 sc, sc3tog, 3 sc, sc3tog, 1 sc (turquoise), 10 sc (beige), 1 sc, sc3tog, 3 sc, sc3tog, 5 sc (turquoise) [32]

Info :

Stuff the legs and body tightly with fiberfill, next crochet only in turquoise color:

Round 21 :

4 sc, sc3tog, 1 sc, sc3tog, 10 sc, sc3tog, 1 sc, sc3tog, 4 sc [24]

Round 22 :

4 sc, sc3tog, 10 sc, sc3tog, 1 sl st.

Info :

Cut the yarn, leaving a long end for sewing the head.

— Assembly :

Info :

In order for Steve's arms to be movable, I'll use safety eyes instead of joints (cotter pins). Insert eyes into the body between rounds 18 and 19 symmetrically on both sides. Now pass these eyes through the arms (move 2 rounds down from the edge). Put washers on the legs of the eyes and stuff the body and arms tightly with fiberfill.

Info :

Finish crocheting the arms: Rnd 15: (1 sc, sc3tog)*4 [8].

Info :

Sl st at the end, stuff the upper part tightly with fiberfill, pull off the hole to close and fasten off.

Info :

Sew the head to the last round of the body around the perimeter.

Info :

See photos in the guide for assembly order and positioning of arms and head.

— Sword :

Item Name (Blade) :

BLADE. Crochet in light gray color:

Round 1 :

6 sc in a MR [6]

Round 2 :

6 sc [6]

Round 3 :

6 inc [12]

Rounds 4-19 :

(16 rounds): 12 sc [12]

Info :

Fold in half and crochet 6 sc through both sides. Cut the yarn, fasten off.

Item Name (Grip) :

GRIP. Start in dark gray color:

Round 1 :

6 sc in a MR [6]

Rounds 2-3 :

6 sc [6]

Info :

Change color to brown:

Round 4 :

2 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc [5]

Rounds 5-7 :

(3 rounds): 5 sc [5]

Info :

Change color to dark gray:

Round 8 :

5 inc [10]

Round 9 :

10 inc [20]

Round 10 :

20 sc [20]

Round 11 :

(1 sc, 1 inc)*10 [30]

Info :

Sl st at the end, cut the yarn, leaving a long end for sewing pieces. Insert the blade into the grip and sew the last round of the grip with the blade. After that, if desired, embroider stripes on the blade. Cut the yarn, fasten off.

— Steve is ready :

Info :

So we have done our Steve! See photos for final look and position of sword.

— Zombie :

Info :

Start crocheting the head in dark green color.

Info :

Rounds 1-9 are the same as for Steve.

Round 10 :

64 sc [64]

Info :

In the next rounds alternate dark green, green and black colors.

Rounds 11-12 :

32 sc (dark green), 4 sc (green), 28 sc (dark green) [64]

Rounds 13-14 :

25 sc (dark green), 15 sc (green), 24 sc (dark green) [64]

Rounds 15-16 :

23 sc (dark green), 19 sc (green), 22 sc (dark green) [64]

Rounds 17-18 :

18 sc (dark green), 3 sc (green), 2 sc (dark green), 2 sc (green), 6 sc (black), 3 sc (green), 6 sc (black), 2 sc (green), 2 sc (dark green), 3 sc (green), 17 sc (dark green) [64]

Round 19 :

18 sc (dark green), 7 sc (green), 6 sc (black), 3 sc (green), 6 sc (black), 7 sc (green), 17 sc (dark green) [64]

Rounds 20-21 :

18 sc (dark green), 29 sc (green), 17 sc (dark green) [64]

Rounds 22-23 :

18 sc (dark green), 10 sc (green), 2 sc (dark green), 5 sc (green), 2 sc (dark green), 10 sc (green), 17 sc (dark green) [64]

Round 24 :

15 sc (dark green), 13 sc (green), 9 sc (dark green), 13 sc (green), 14 sc (dark green) [64]

Round 25 :

15 sc (dark green), 13 sc (green), 9 sc (dark green), 27 sc (green) [64]

Info :

Finish the head as for Steve (Rnds 26-32) but in green color.

Info :

Arms for Zombie: I crocheted without the palms. Rounds 1-8 are the same as for Steve (but in green color), then work: Rnds 9-13 (5 rounds): 16 sc [16]. Change color to turquoise and work Rnds 14-19 as for Steve (Rnds 9-14).

Info :

Crochet the legs and body of Zombie in the same way as for Steve, but replace the beige color with green. Optionally, embroider highlights in front of the eyes with a white thread. Fasten the arms, finish them and sew the head in the same way as we did when assembling Steve.

Assembly Instructions

  • Insert safety eyes into the body between rounds 18 and 19 symmetrically on both sides, then pass these eyes through the arms (move 2 rounds down from the edge) and secure with washers to create movable arms.
  • Sew the legs together by matching the base squares and sewing 6 sc on the right leg and 6 sc on the left leg; continue crocheting around both legs to join and add extra sc at sewing points.
  • Stuff the head, body, arms and legs tightly with fiberfill before closing; use small pieces of plastic inside the soles to keep feet flat if desired.
  • Sew the head to the last round of the body around the perimeter, ensuring alignment of front facial pixels and centered placement.
  • Fold each palm and sew 5 sc through both sides, attach crocheted fingers to round 1 of the palm and sew the palm to the arm.
  • Insert the sword blade into the grip and sew securely, then position and attach the sword to Steve's hand or give it as an accessory.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of the beginning of each round and when making color changes for accurate pixel placement.
  • 💡Stuff firmly but not overly tight so the shapes keep structure; adjust stuffing gradually and check shape as you go.
  • 💡Pin parts in place and check symmetry before sewing to guarantee correct arm and head placement.
  • 💡Work color changes with X-shape or semi X-shape single crochet (yarn under) to avoid visible shifts when crocheting in the round.
  • 💡Weave in ends and leave long yarn tails where indicated to simplify assembly and sewing.

This Steve & Zombie amigurumi set is crafted to delight both makers and fans of pixel-style characters. Follow the step-by-step rounds, colorwork and assembly to create two pocket-sized friends full of personality. Make them as a gift, a tabletop companion, or a playful decor piece — they bring smiles wherever they go. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures roughly 12-15 cm tall depending on your tension and stuffing, using the recommended fine/4ply yarn and 2.0 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

You can use a different yarn weight, but the final size and stitch density will change; if you change yarn weight, adjust the hook size and consider reworking all parts to match scale.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes familiarity with MR, sc, increases, decreases, sc3tog and working in the round; basic amigurumi experience is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, depending on experience, pace and how much time you spend on colorwork and assembly.