This lovable yellow amigurumi captures the playful charm of a small banana-inspired friend wearing bright blue overalls, a single big eye with a grey goggle, black gloves and boots, and a stitched smile. The plush is soft, round-bodied, and perfect for gifting or cuddling. Clear construction notes, shaping tips, and assembly guidance make this pattern approachable for intermediate crocheters who enjoy detailed amigurumi work.
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โ Head :
Round 1 :
6 sc in magic ring (6)
Round 3 :
(1 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (18)
Round 4 :
(2 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (24)
Round 5 :
(3 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (30)
Round 6 :
(4 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (36)
Round 7 :
(5 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (42)
Round 8 :
(6 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (48)
Round 9-12 :
1 sc in each st (48)
Info :
Place stitch marker at the start of each round. Work evenly for four rounds to form the top dome of the head. Check tension so the head sits round and even.
Round 13 :
1 sc in each st (48)
Info :
Eye placement: for a single large eye, place it centered on the front of the head between rounds 13 and 14. Mark the center stitch and leave approximately 6-8 stitches between seam edges for a centered look. If using a sewn eye rather than safety eye, you will embroider the pupil later.
Round 14-16 :
1 sc in each st (48)
Round 17 :
(6 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (42)
Round 18 :
(5 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (36)
Info :
Begin gentle stuffing now. Use small amounts of fiberfill and push into the dome shape; do not overstuff or the eye area will distort. Keep the front area slightly less firm until the goggle is attached so the eye can sit naturally.
Round 19 :
(4 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (30)
Round 20 :
(3 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (24)
Round 21 :
(2 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (18)
Round 22 :
(1 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (12)
Info :
At 6 sts, fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing if joining to body later. Alternatively, if you prefer a neck tube, continue crocheting in continuous rounds to form a short neck.
Round 24-28 :
1 sc in each st (6) for 5 rounds to form a short neck tube (6)
Info :
If you made a neck tube, stuff lightly and leave a longer tail to sew into body opening. If closing the head now, finish stuffing firmly and use a tapestry needle to close the 6 sts using a needle gather method.
โ Eye & Goggle :
Info :
This amigurumi has one large central eye made by crocheting concentric circles for pupil, iris, and white, then surrounding with a grey goggle rim. Work eyes flat in joined rounds; leave long tails for sewing. You can either use a 20mm safety eye in the center or crochet the pupil/iris and sew them closed.
Eye Round 1 (Pupil) :
Using black yarn: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Eye Round 3 (Iris) :
Change to dark brown. (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Eye Round 4 :
1 sc in each st (18)
Eye Round 5 (White) :
Change to white. (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Eye Round 6 :
1 sc in each st (24)
Info :
Flatten the eye slightly and block with your fingers so it sits flat against the face. Sew the completed eye onto the front of the head centered between rounds 13-14 as noted earlier. If using a safety eye, attach it now through the white layer and secure the washer before sewing the grey goggle around it.
Goggle Rim Round 1 :
Using light grey yarn: 8 sc in magic ring (8)
Goggle Rim Round 2 :
inc x8 (16)
Goggle Rim Round 3 :
(1 sc, inc) x 8 (24)
Goggle Rim Round 4 :
1 sc in each st (24)
Goggle Rim Round 5 :
1 sc in each st BLO to create a little ridge for the goggle rim (24)
Info :
Flatten and sew the goggle rim around the eye piece, ensuring the pupil centers correctly in the goggle hole. Secure invisibly by sewing the grey rim to the yellow head in small whipstitches along the inner edge, taking care to hide tails.
โ Body :
Round 1 :
6 sc in magic ring (6)
Round 3 :
(1 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (18)
Round 4 :
(2 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (24)
Round 5 :
(3 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (30)
Round 6 :
(4 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (36)
Round 7 :
(5 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (42)
Round 8-12 :
1 sc in each st (42)
Info :
If adding overalls, change to blue yarn at round 13. Carry the yellow yarn inside the work or fasten off if you prefer a clean edge. Work round 13 in BLO for a neat overall edge if desired.
Round 13 (Change to Blue) :
Change to blue yarn, 1 sc in each st BLO (42)
Round 14-18 :
1 sc in each st (42)
Info :
Start stuffing the lower body firmly from round 15 onward. The body should be plump but not over-stuffed to allow the head to attach neatly. Use small pieces of fiberfill and pack evenly.
Round 19 :
(6 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (36)
Round 20 :
(5 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (30)
Round 21 :
1 sc in each st (30)
Round 22 :
(3 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (24)
Round 23 :
(2 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (18)
Round 24 :
(1 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (12)
Info :
Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing the head to the body. If you prefer to join head and body by crocheting together, leave both pieces open and use a 3.5mm hook to seam them using slip stitches or a round of sc around both edges.
โ Arms (Make 2) :
Round 1 :
6 sc in magic ring (6)
Round 3 :
(1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Round 4-6 :
1 sc in each st (18)
Info :
These rounds form the upper hand and wrist base. Stuff hands firmly after round 6 so they keep a rounded shape. Leave the arm opening unstuffed for now to facilitate sewing into the shoulder seam.
Round 7 (Change to Black) :
Change to black yarn for glove, 1 sc in each st (18)
Round 8 :
(2 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (12)
Round 9 :
1 sc in each st (12)
Round 10 :
(1 sc, 1 dec) x 4 (8)
Round 11 :
1 sc in each st (8)
Info :
For glove finger detail, you can make a tiny thumb nub: with black yarn and a 3.0mm hook, make a 4-sc tube in magic ring, 2 rounds even, stuff and sew to the side of the glove. Alternatively, use surface embroidery to indicate finger separation.
Round 12-15 :
1 sc in each st (8). Stuff lightly for arm stability and shape the tube.
Round 16 :
Work decreases to form a tapered shoulder base: (1 sc, 1 dec) x 2 (6)
Round 17 :
1 sc in each st (6)
Round 18 :
Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing (6)
Info :
Sew the arm opening to the body between rounds 14-16 of the body for a natural arm placement. Pin before sewing to achieve symmetry.
โ Legs (Make 2) :
Round 1 (Boot Base) :
6 sc in magic ring using black yarn (6)
Round 3 :
(1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Round 4-5 :
1 sc in each st (18)
Round 6 :
(2 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (12)
Round 7 :
1 sc in each st (12)
Info :
These first rounds build a rounded boot. Stuff firmly to create a stable base that allows the toy to sit. The boot should be short and squat compared to the leg tube you'll build next.
Round 8 (Change to Blue) :
Change to blue yarn for leg tube, 1 sc in each st (12)
Round 9-14 :
1 sc in each st (12)
Round 15 :
(1 sc, inc) x 4 (16)
Round 16-18 :
1 sc in each st (16)
Round 19 :
(2 sc, 1 dec) x 4 (12)
Round 20 :
1 sc in each st (12), fasten off leaving tail for sewing
Info :
Leave longer tails for sewing legs onto the bottom of the body. Legs are sewn to the bottom between body rounds 22-25. Make sure boots align equally apart for a balanced stance.
โ Overall Bib and Pocket :
Round 1 (Pocket Base) :
Using blue, ch 12, join with sl st to form a ring, round 1: 12 sc around chain (12)
Round 2 :
inc around to make the pocket slightly rounded: (1 sc, inc) x 4, 4 sc (16)
Round 3-4 :
1 sc in each st (16)
Info :
Make a small rectangular pocket by working a short flat panel attached to the bib. Use surface embroidery to add a 'C' emblem in black on the pocket: embroider a spiral C shape using backstitch or chain stitch.
Bib Round 1 :
Attach yarn to body at round 13 center front. Ch 1, sc in each st across a 14-st width approximate to create a flat bib panel; row length will vary depending on your stitch gauge.
Bib Round 2-6 :
Work rows of sc back and forth (or joined rounds if you prefer) to create a rectangular bib about 6 rows tall. Fasten off and sew pocket to the front center of the bib panel.
Info :
Use small decorative studs or faux buttons at the bib ends where the straps will attach. Stitch straps to the top corners of the bib and over the shoulders to meet buttons on the back if desired.
โ Straps (Make 2) :
Strap Round 1 :
With blue yarn ch 24 (or desired length), turn and sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (23)
Strap Round 2-3 :
1 sc in each st, fasten off leaving tail for attaching (23)
Info :
Sew one end of each strap to the top corners of the bib and the other ends to the back of the body using small button points or sew directly and add a faux button for realism.
โ Gloves (Make 2 Small Thumbs/Nubs) :
Round 1 :
6 sc in magic ring (6)
Round 2-3 :
1 sc in each st (6)
Round 4 :
sl st around and fasten off, leave tail to sew to glove side (6)
Info :
Sew tiny thumb nubs to the side of the glove at the join between the hand and wrist. You can also use black embroidery to indicate finger lines if desired.
โ Boots Finishing :
Info :
After sewing legs to body, add a small round of black felt under each boot sole if you want a firmer base. You can also reinforce seams with extra whipstitches to ensure stability for display and light play.
โ Decorative Details :
Info :
Use black yarn and embroidery to stitch the smile centered between the bottom of the goggle and the top of the bib. A simple curved backstitch or satin stitch creates a soft smile as shown. Add small embroidered creases at fabric edges for extra detail.
Info :
For hair, use short strands of black yarn stitched into the top of the head at even intervals (3-6 tiny loops) and trim to desired short 'spiky' length. These are optional and add personality.
โ Final Touches :
Info :
Weave in all ends neatly into the interior of each piece, and if desired, apply a small dab of fabric glue behind safety-eye washers for extra security. Add blush with fabric chalk or light dusting for a friendly face.
Info :
Block and shape the goggle and bib if necessary by pinning them into place on the head and lightly wetting/reshaping the goggle to make it sit flat and smooth. Allow to dry fully before final sewing.
This joyful amigurumi brings a splash of color and personality to any shelf or gift bag! The sunny yellow body, single expressive eye, and cheerful overalls combine into a lovable character that is fun to crochet and delightful to finish. The pattern includes focused shaping tips and finishing details so each section joins smoothly to create a polished, snuggly friend. ๐งถ Give it as a sweet handmade present or keep it as a bright, cheerful companion. Happy stitching! ๐