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Mr. Buckwheat Amigurumi Pattern

Mr. Buckwheat Amigurumi Pattern
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4-6 Hours Time Needed
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Beginner Friendly Level

Perfect for those just starting their sewing journey, with clear instructions and simple techniques

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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 Mr. Buckwheat Amigurumi Pattern

Mr. Buckwheat Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

With detailed round-by-round instructions and clear assembly guidance, you'll create a perfectly proportioned character that stands on its own. The combination of white and golden yellow colors gives Mr. Buckwheat a soft, gentle appearance that's perfect for display or gifting.

Why You'll Love This Mr. Buckwheat Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it creates such a characterful little friend with minimal complexity. The hooded design is unique and adds so much personality, while the facial features with felt details and embroidered touches give Mr. Buckwheat that handmade charm that makes amigurumi special. I find the construction process satisfying because you can see the character come together piece by piece, and the final result is surprisingly sturdy and well-balanced. It's the perfect size for carrying around or displaying on a shelf, and the simple color palette means you won't be constantly switching yarns. Plus, there's something deeply rewarding about creating a complete character that has such a sweet, innocent expression!

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

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with color combinations when making Mr. Buckwheat - while the pattern calls for golden yellow and white, you could create an entire family by using different hood colors like soft pink, mint green, or lavender. Each color gives the character a completely different personality!

For a more personalized touch, I sometimes add tiny embroidered details like freckles or a different mouth expression. You could even create a sad Mr. Buckwheat by turning the mouth downward, or a surprised one with a little 'o' shaped mouth. These small changes make each creation unique.

I've also found that varying the stuffing density creates different effects - a very firmly stuffed version stands upright beautifully on a shelf, while a slightly softer stuffed one becomes more huggable and cuddly, perfect for a child's companion.

Sometimes I attach a small ribbon bow around the neck area or add a tiny crocheted scarf for seasonal variations. A red scarf makes it perfect for winter display, while a pastel ribbon works beautifully for spring.

Don't be afraid to make the horns in a contrasting color - I've made versions with white horns on a colored hood that look absolutely adorable and give the character even more visual interest and charm!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not stuffing firmly enough as you crochet the head, which can lead to a lumpy or misshapen final result instead of a smooth, round appearance ✗ Forgetting to place stitch markers at the beginning of rounds, causing confusion with stitch counts and making it difficult to track where each round begins and ends ✗ Attaching the horns too close together or at incorrect angles, which throws off the character's proportions and makes the hood look unbalanced or crooked ✗ Overstuffing the body and limbs, creating a stiff, bulging appearance instead of the soft, cuddly texture that makes amigurumi appealing and huggable ✗ Sewing the facial features without pinning them first, resulting in asymmetrical eyes or misaligned cheeks that affect the overall expression and cuteness of the character

Mr. Buckwheat Amigurumi Pattern

Create your very own adorable Mr. Buckwheat character with this delightful amigurumi pattern! This charming design features a sweet round-faced friend wearing a cozy hood with little horns, complete with embroidered facial details and rosy cheeks. Perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike, this pattern will guide you through every step to bring this lovable character to life. Standing at approximately 7.87 inches tall, Mr. Buckwheat makes an ideal handmade gift or a precious addition to your amigurumi collection.

Beginner Friendly 4-6 Hours

Materials Needed for Mr. Buckwheat Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Cotton yarn 12 ply in white color
  • 02
    Cotton yarn 12 ply in golden yellow/mustard color
  • 03
    Cotton yarn 12 ply in pink color
  • 04
    Cotton yarn 12 ply in brown color
  • 05
    Cotton yarn 12 ply in black color

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook US C/2 UK 11 (3.00 mm)
  • 02
    Fiberfill stuffing
  • 03
    Yarn needle
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Pin
  • 06
    Glue
  • 07
    Black felt

Progress Tracker

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— Head (White) :

Info :

Make sure to stuff the head as you crochet

R1 :

6 sc in mr (6)

R2 :

1 inc in each st around (12)

R3 :

*1 sc, 1 inc* (18)

R4 :

*2 sc, 1 inc* (24)

R5 :

*3 sc, 1 inc* (30)

R6 :

*4 sc, 1 inc* (36)

R7 :

*5 sc, 1 inc* (42)

R8 :

*6 sc, 1 inc* (48)

R9 :

*7 sc, 1 inc* (54)

R10 :

4 sc, 1 inc, (8 sc, 1 inc) x 5, 4 sc (60)

R11 :

*9 sc, 1 inc* (66)

R12-25 :

1 sc in each st around (66)

R26 :

*9 sc, 1 dec* (60)

R27 :

*8 sc, 1 dec* (54)

R28 :

1 sc in each st around (54)

R29 :

*7 sc, 1 dec* (45)

R30 :

*6 sc, 1 dec* (42)

R31 :

*5 sc, 1 dec* (36)

R32 :

2 sc, 1 dec, (4 sc, 1 dec) x 5, 2 sc (30)

R33 :

*3 sc, 1 dec* (24)

R34 :

*2 sc, 1 dec* (18)

R35 :

*1 sc, 1 dec* (12)

R36 :

6 dec (6)

Info :

Finish off

— Hair (Brown) :

R1 :

Ch 10. Start from the 2nd ch from hook: 9 sc. On the other side of the ch: 3 slst, 2 sc, 2 hdc, 2 dc (9)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing the hair to the head

Info :

Sew the hair between round 5 and 12 of the head

— Hood (Golden Yellow) :

R1 :

6 sc in mr (6)

R2 :

1 inc in each st around (12)

R3 :

*1 sc, 1 inc* (18)

R4 :

*2 sc, 1 inc* (24)

R5 :

*3 sc, 1 inc* (30)

R6 :

*4 sc, 1 inc* (36)

R7 :

*5 sc, 1 inc* (42)

R8 :

*6 sc, 1 inc* (48)

R9 :

*7 sc, 1 inc* (54)

R10 :

*8 sc, 1 inc* (60)

R11 :

*9 sc, 1 inc* (66)

R12 :

*10 sc, 1 inc* (72)

R13-21 :

1 sc in each st around (72)

R22 :

*10 sc, 1 dec* (66)

R23 :

1 sc in each st around (66)

R24 :

*9 sc, 1 dec* (60)

R25 :

1 sc in each st around (60)

Info :

Put the head inside the hood and crochet:

R26 :

*8 sc, 1 dec* (54)

Info :

Finish with an invisible fasten off

— Eyebrows x 2 (Golden Yellow) :

R1 :

6 sc in mr (6)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail to sew de eyebrows to the head

Info :

Sew between rounds 12 and 15 of the head

— Cheeks x 2 (Pink) :

R1 :

5 sc in mr (5)

R2 :

1 inc in each st around (10)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing the cheeks to the head

Info :

Sew between rounds 18 and 23 of the head

— Eyes x 2 (Black) :

Info :

Cut out two ovals of black felt and glue on between rounds 16 and 20 of the head

— Horns x 2 (Golden Yellow) :

R1 :

6 sc in mr (6)

R2 :

*1 sc, 1 inc* (9)

R3 :

1 sc in each st around (9)

R4 :

5 sc, 4 inc (13)

R5 :

7 sc, 3 dec (10)

R6 :

1 sc, 3 inc, 6 sc (13)

R7 :

1 sc in each st around (13)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail to sew the horn to the head

Info :

Don't stuff

Info :

Sew the horns in round 17 of the hood with 11 stitches apart

— Body (Golden Yellow) :

Info :

Make sure to stuff the body as you crochet

R1 :

6 sc in mr (6)

R2 :

1 inc in each st around (12)

R3 :

*1 sc, 1 inc* (18)

R4 :

*2 sc, 1 inc* (24)

R5 :

*3 sc, 1 inc* (30)

R6 :

*4 sc, 1 inc* (36)

R7 :

*5 sc, 1 inc* (42)

R8 :

1 sc in each st around (42)

R9 :

*6 sc, 1 inc* (48)

R10-17 :

1 sc in each st around (48)

R18 :

*6 sc, 1 dec* (42)

R19-20 :

1 sc in each st around (42)

Info :

Sew between rounds 11 and 24 of the Hood

— Arms x 2 (White) :

R1 :

6 sc in mr (6)

R2 :

1 inc in each st around (12)

R3 :

*1 sc, 1 inc* (18)

R4-11 :

1 sc in each st around (18)

R12 :

*1 sc, 1 dec* (12)

R13 :

1 sc in each st around (12)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail to sew the arm to the body

Info :

Stuff with fiberfill

Info :

Sew in round 19 of the body

— Legs x 2 (White) :

R1 :

6 sc in mr (6)

R2 :

1 inc in each st around (12)

R3 :

*1 sc, 1 inc* (18)

R4 :

*2 sc, 1 inc* (24)

R5 :

6 sc, (1 sc, 1 dec) x 4, 6 sc (20)

R6 :

1 sc in each st around (20)

R7 :

6 sc, 4 dec, 6 sc (16)

R8-10 :

1 sc in each st around (16)

R11 :

*6 sc, 1 dec* (14)

Info :

Stuff with fiberfill

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing the leg to the body

Info :

Sew between rounds 1 and 5 of the body

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the hair piece between rounds 5 and 12 of the head, positioning it across the top for a natural hairline appearance.
  • Cut two small oval shapes from black felt for the eyes and glue them between rounds 16 and 20 of the head, spacing them appropriately apart.
  • Attach the pink cheeks between rounds 18 and 23 of the head on either side, creating a sweet blushing effect.
  • Sew the golden yellow eyebrows between rounds 12 and 15 of the head, positioning them above where the eyes will be placed.
  • Place the completed head inside the golden yellow hood and continue crocheting round 26 to secure them together, ensuring proper alignment.
  • Attach the two horns to round 17 of the hood, spacing them 11 stitches apart for symmetrical placement on top of the character's head.
  • Sew the body between rounds 11 and 24 of the hood, making sure it's centered and securely attached before proceeding with limbs.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds, especially when working on the head and body sections with many repetitive rounds
  • 💡Stuff each piece firmly as you crochet rather than waiting until the end, which helps maintain better shape and prevents gaps
  • 💡Pin all facial features and limbs in place before sewing to ensure proper positioning and symmetry for the best final appearance
  • 💡When inserting the head into the hood, work carefully to ensure it sits centered and at the correct depth for proper proportions
  • 💡Don't stuff the horns as specified in the pattern - they should remain flat and flexible for the best shape and appearance
  • 💡Take care when gluing the black felt eyes to ensure they're level and evenly spaced for a balanced, appealing expression

This charming Mr. Buckwheat amigurumi pattern brings together simple crochet techniques and thoughtful design details to create an irresistibly sweet character. With his gentle expression, cozy hood, and perfectly proportioned little body, this project is ideal for crocheters who want to create something truly special without overwhelming complexity. The combination of textured stitches, embroidered features, and carefully placed embellishments results in a handmade treasure that's perfect for gifting or keeping as your own crafting companion. 🧶 Happy crocheting! 🧵✨

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FAQs

What size will my finished Mr. Buckwheat be?

When made with the indicated cotton 12 ply yarn and 3.00mm hook, your finished Mr. Buckwheat will measure approximately 7.87 inches (20cm) tall.

Can I use a different yarn weight for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will change the final size of your amigurumi. Use a hook size appropriate to your chosen yarn and adjust your expectations for the finished dimensions accordingly.

Do I need to know how to change colors for this pattern?

No, this pattern uses different colored pieces that are crocheted separately and then assembled, so you won't need to master color changes within a single piece.

How do I attach the head to the hood securely?

The pattern instructs you to place the head inside the hood and then crochet round 26, which works through both pieces to join them together. This creates a strong, secure connection between the two components.

What should I do if my facial features look uneven?

Always pin all facial features in place before sewing or gluing them. Step back and look at your work from different angles to check for symmetry. It's much easier to adjust pins than to redo sewn or glued pieces.