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Crochet Frog Door-Stopper Pattern

Crochet Frog Door-Stopper Pattern
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6-8 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting 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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Cozy Accent

A warm touch for your space that transforms ordinary corners into inviting nooks filled with handmade charm.

About This Crochet Frog Door-Stopper Pattern

This charming frog door-stopper pattern combines functionality with whimsy, creating a practical home accessory that doubles as décor. The pattern uses worsted weight yarn and features a weighted bean bag interior to keep it stable on the floor. With safety eyes, a moveable mouth design, and a cute red tongue, this frog brings personality to any doorway. The construction involves working in rounds to create separate head pieces (top and bottom), a sturdy body, limbs, and a reinforced neck that connects everything together.

Crochet Frog Door-Stopper Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

This pattern is perfect for using up yarn stash and makes a wonderful housewarming gift. The weighted design ensures it stays put while the adorable features make it a conversation starter in any home.

Why You'll Love This Crochet Frog Door-Stopper Pattern

I absolutely love this frog door-stopper pattern because it's one of those rare projects that's both incredibly functional and utterly charming! There's something so satisfying about creating something that serves a real purpose in your home while also making you smile every time you see it. I love how the weighted bean bag gives it real heft and stability, so it actually works as a proper door-stopper rather than just being decorative. The moveable mouth detail is my favorite feature—it adds so much character and makes the frog feel alive and playful. Plus, the construction technique of creating separate top and bottom head pieces is a clever way to achieve that mouth functionality. It's a project that feels rewarding to make and even more rewarding to use daily!

Crochet Frog Door-Stopper Pattern step 1 - construction progress Crochet Frog Door-Stopper Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Crochet Frog Door-Stopper Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Crochet Frog Door-Stopper Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with different color combinations for this frog door-stopper! While the classic green is adorable, I've made versions in bright blue, sunny yellow, and even a fun rainbow gradient that brings so much personality. You could create a tree frog look with bright green and add little felt spots, or go for a more realistic approach with darker forest green and brown accents.

For the eyes, I sometimes skip the white crocheted bases and use larger safety eyes directly on the head for a simpler, more modern look. You could also embroider closed happy eyes for a sleeping frog variation that's extra sweet. Adding a little pink blush to the cheeks with fabric paint or embroidery really brings the face to life!

I've also experimented with the tongue—instead of red, try pink for a softer look, or even stripe it with red and pink for dimension. Some of my favorite versions have tiny felt flies attached to the end of the tongue for added humor. You could also create seasonal versions: add a tiny Santa hat for Christmas, bunny ears for Easter, or a witch's hat for Halloween.

For extra stability in high-traffic areas, I sometimes add non-slip fabric or rubber matting to the bottom of the frog. This prevents it from sliding on smooth floors while still being easy to move when needed. You could also make the body slightly larger by adding more increase rounds for a heftier, more substantial door-stopper that works for heavier doors.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not securing the button or cardboard piece firmly inside the mouth, causing it to shift and lose its flat shape over time ✗ Forgetting to insert the bean bag for weight before the opening becomes too small, making it difficult to add proper stability ✗ Not stuffing the head and body firmly enough, resulting in a floppy door-stopper that doesn't hold its shape or stay in place ✗ Sewing the tongue after assembling the head pieces, making it nearly impossible to properly attach it to the center of the mouth ✗ Using loose stitches that allow white stuffing or bean bags to show through the green yarn, creating an unprofessional appearance

Crochet Frog Door-Stopper Pattern

Create this adorable and functional frog door-stopper that combines charm with practicality! This delightful crochet project features a weighted body, moveable mouth, googly eyes, and a playful red tongue that adds personality to any room. Perfect for keeping doors open while adding a whimsical touch to your home décor. The pattern includes detailed instructions for creating a sturdy, bean-bag weighted frog that sits perfectly on the floor, making it both decorative and useful for everyday life.

Intermediate 6-8 Hours

Materials Needed for Crochet Frog Door-Stopper Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted weight yarn (#4) in green - one skein
  • 02
    Worsted weight yarn (#4) in black - small amount
  • 03
    Worsted weight yarn (#4) in white - small amount
  • 04
    Worsted weight yarn (#4) in red - small amount

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size G (4.0mm)
  • 02
    Safety eyes 10mm
  • 03
    Polyester stuffing
  • 04
    Stuffing beads for weight
  • 05
    Nylon stocking or mesh bag for beads
  • 06
    2 round buttons size 2 1/4 inch OR thick cardboard cut to that size
  • 07
    Measuring tape
  • 08
    Scissors
  • 09
    Darning needle
  • 10
    Stitch markers

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— TOP OF HEAD (working in rounds) :

Row 1 :

With black yarn, use magic circle method OR chain 2 and single crochet 6 in first chain space (6)

Row 2 :

sc 2x in each stitch from row one *inc x 6* around (12)

Row 3 :

sc 2x in first stitch then (once) 1sc in next stitch, *inc then 1sc* around (18)

Row 4 :

sc 2x in first stitch then 1sc in next 2 stitches *inc, 1sc, 1sc* around (24)

Row 5 :

sc 2x in first stitch then 1sc in next 3 stitches *inc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc* around (30)

Info :

Change to green yarn

Row 6 :

BACK LOOP for this row only, sc around each stitch (no increasing) (30)

Row 7 :

sc around each stitch (no increasing) (30)

Row 8 :

sc around each stitch (no increasing) (30)

Row 9 :

sc around each stitch (no increasing) (30)

Row 10 :

sc around each stitch (no increasing) (30)

Row 11 :

sc around each stitch (no increasing) (30)

Info :

Insert button or cutout cardboard piece to keep flat, secure it if you choose

Row 12 :

1sc in next 2 stitches then decrease *1sc, 1sc, dec* x 7, sc in last 2 stitches (23)

Row 13 :

1sc in next 2 stitches then decrease *1sc, 1sc, dec* x 5, dec and 1sc in last 3 stitches (17)

Row 14 :

sc around each stitch (no dec/inc) (17)

Info :

Insert bead bag here for weight before opening gets too small, continue stuffing as you decrease

Row 15 :

decrease then 1sc *dec and 1sc* x 5 then one more decrease (11)

Row 16 :

decrease x 5 then sc in last stitch *dec x5* then 1sc (6)

Row 17 :

cinch last 6 stitches together tightly and finish off

— BOTTOM OF HEAD (working in rounds) :

Row 1 :

With black yarn, use magic circle method OR chain 2 and single crochet 6 in first chain space (6)

Row 2 :

sc 2x in each stitch from row one *inc x 6* around (12)

Row 3 :

sc 2x in first stitch then (once) 1sc in next stitch, *inc then 1sc* around (18)

Row 4 :

sc 2x in first stitch then 1sc in next 2 stitches *inc, 1sc, 1sc* around (24)

Row 5 :

sc 2x in first stitch then 1sc in next 3 stitches *inc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc* around (30)

Info :

Change to green yarn

Row 6 :

BACK LOOP for this row only, sc around each stitch (no increasing) (30)

Row 7 :

sc around each stitch (no increasing) (30)

Row 8 :

sc around each stitch (no increasing) (30)

Row 9 :

sc around each stitch (no increasing) (30)

Info :

Insert button/cardboard piece, recommended to use green yarn to stuff remainder

Row 10 :

*dec, 1sc* x 10 (20)

Row 11 :

*dec, 1sc* x 10 (10)

Row 12 :

cinch the remainder 10 stitches tightly, finish off

— TONGUE (using red yarn) :

Instructions :

Chain 25, turn, 3sc in first chain from hook, sc in next chain, repeat until there is 5 chains remaining. SC in last 5 chains. Finish off

— EYES (using white yarn, make 2) :

Row 1 :

using the magic circle OR chain 2 and sc x5 in first chain space

Row 2 :

2sc in each stitch (10)

Row 3 :

sc around (10)

Row 4 :

sc around (10), finish off

Info :

Insert safety eyes in the top of the eyes made

— BODY OF FROG (working in rounds, green yarn) :

Row 1 :

Using magic circle method OR chain 2 and single crochet 6 in first chain space (6)

Row 2 :

sc 2x in each stitch from row one *inc x 6* around (12)

Row 3 :

sc 2x in first stitch then (once) 1sc in next stitch, *inc then 1sc* around (18)

Row 4 :

sc 2x in first stitch then 1sc in next 2 stitches *inc, 1sc, 1sc* around (24)

Row 5 :

sc 2x in first stitch then 1sc in next 3 stitches *inc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc* around (30)

Row 6 :

sc 2x in first stitch then 1sc in next 4 stitches *inc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc* around (36)

Row 7 :

sc 2x in first stitch then 1sc in next 5 stitches *inc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc* around (42)

Row 8 :

sc 2x in first stitch then 1sc in next 6 stitches *inc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc* around (48)

Row 9 :

sc around (48)

Row 10 :

sc around (48)

Row 11 :

sc around (48)

Row 12 :

dec then 1sc in next 6 stitches *dec, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc* 6x (42)

Row 13 :

sc around (42)

Row 14 :

dec then 1sc in next 5 stitches *dec, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc* 6x (36)

Row 15 :

sc around (36)

Row 16 :

sc around (36)

Row 17 :

sc around (36)

Row 18 :

dec then 1sc in next 4 stitches *dec, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc* 6x (30)

Row 19 :

sc around (30)

Row 20 :

sc around (30)

Info :

Start stuffing body, can also insert another bean bag here for weight

Row 21 :

dec then 1sc in next 3 stitches *dec, 1sc, 1sc, 1sc* 6x (24)

Row 22 :

dec then 1sc in next 2 stitches *dec, 1sc, 1sc* 6x (18)

Row 23 :

dec then 1sc *dec, 1sc* 6x (12)

Row 24 :

decrease around x 6 (6)

Row 25 :

cinch around last 6 stitches and finish off

— ARMS AND LEGS (make 2 of each, green yarn) :

Instructions :

Chain 21, turn, sc in chain closest to hook (20)

Info :

Once at the end, do not finish off, chain 6 and slip stitch to the first chain, repeat that 3 more times to end up with 4 fingers/toes

Info :

Finish off after the 4th slip stitch. Sew up small hole where you did slip stitches with yarn tails

— NECK (green yarn, approx 6 inches before folding) :

Instructions :

Chain 27, turn, HDC starting in 2nd chain from hook (25), HDC 4 more rows

Info :

Fold over to make thicker, sew up the sides for durability since neck is constantly on floor

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the tongue to the back of the bottom of head, attaching it up to the center of the black circle so it doesn't move
  • Sew the top and bottom parts of the head together over 10 stitches only to create a working mouth
  • Attach the white crocheted eyes with safety eyes inserted to the top of the head
  • Sew the legs onto the bottom of the larger part of the frog body
  • Sew the neck onto the top of the frog body
  • Attach the arms onto the neck, placing them about half inch from the top of the neck
  • Sew the neck onto the bottom of the head in the middle to complete assembly

Important Notes

  • 💡Insert buttons or cardboard pieces early in construction to keep the mouth flat and functional
  • 💡Add bean bags for weight before openings become too small to access interior
  • 💡Use green yarn for stuffing if your stitches are loose to prevent white stuffing from showing through
  • 💡The neck is folded and sewn on sides for extra thickness since it rests on the floor constantly
  • 💡Secure safety eyes properly in the white crocheted eye pieces before attaching to head
  • 💡Stuff firmly throughout construction to maintain shape and ensure door-stopper stability
  • 💡Sew the tongue first before assembling the head pieces to avoid difficulty accessing the interior

This delightful Frog Door-Stopper pattern brings together functionality and charm in one adorable package! Designed with weighted bean bags for stability and a playful moveable mouth, this project transforms a practical household item into a conversation piece. The clever construction technique creates a sturdy frog that actually works to hold doors open while adding whimsical character to your home. Perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself, this pattern proves that practical can be absolutely precious! 🐸🧶✨

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FAQs

What type of bean bags should I use for weight?

You can use plastic pellets, poly pellets, or plastic beads specifically designed for weighted stuffed items. Make sure to place them inside a nylon stocking or mesh bag to prevent them from escaping through your stitches. This also makes the door-stopper washable if needed.

Can I make the door-stopper without the moveable mouth?

Yes! If you prefer a simpler construction, you can create just one head piece and attach the tongue to the outside. However, the moveable mouth adds significant character to the frog and is worth the extra effort for the unique result.

How much does the finished door-stopper weigh?

The weight depends on how many bean bags you add. Typically, using one or two bags of stuffing beads (8-16 oz total) creates enough weight to function effectively as a door-stopper while remaining easy to move when needed.

Why do you recommend using green yarn for stuffing?

If your crochet tension is loose, white polyester stuffing can show through the green stitches, creating an unprofessional look. Using matching green yarn for stuffing prevents this issue and gives a cleaner finished appearance, though it's only necessary if your stitching allows stuffing to peek through.

Can I use different size safety eyes?

Yes, you can adjust the eye size based on your preference. The pattern calls for 10mm safety eyes, but you could use 8mm for a subtler look or 12mm for a more cartoonish appearance. Just make sure to insert them before closing up the white crocheted eye pieces.

How do I keep the neck sturdy since it's on the floor?

The pattern has you fold the neck piece over to double its thickness, then sew up the sides. This creates a much more durable connection point that can withstand constant contact with the floor without becoming worn or losing shape over time.