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Sharkito the Polite Shark Amigurumi Pattern

Sharkito the Polite Shark Amigurumi Pattern
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3-4 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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Bite-Sized Project

Complete in under 2 hours—quick, fun, and perfect for a little creative escape.

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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 Sharkito the Polite Shark Amigurumi Pattern

Sharkito the Polite Shark is a sweet amigurumi pattern featuring a charming shark with impeccable manners. This pattern works up in continuous rounds with color changes to create the distinctive white belly and grey body. The design includes adorable details like a smiling mouth, embroidered gills, and tiny feet that give Sharkito his endearing personality. You can make him in two sizes depending on your hook and yarn choice.

Sharkito the Polite Shark Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern comes with clear color-coded instructions and includes an optional bonus accessory - a miniature cup of green tea that Sharkito can hold! This thoughtful detail adds extra charm and makes your finished shark truly special.

Why You'll Love This Sharkito the Polite Shark Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines cuteness with creativity! The polite personality of Sharkito shines through in every detail, from his gentle smile to the way he holds his little tea cup. The pattern is beginner-friendly but offers enough interesting techniques like color switching and joining pieces to keep it engaging. I find the size flexibility wonderful - you can make a tiny desk companion or a larger huggable friend. Plus, there's something incredibly satisfying about bringing such a charming character to life with your own hands.

Sharkito the Polite Shark Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Sharkito the Polite Shark Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Sharkito the Polite Shark Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Sharkito the Polite Shark Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love customizing Sharkito to match different personalities and preferences! You can easily switch up the colors to create different shark species - try making a blue shark, a pink fairy shark, or even a rainbow shark for something extra whimsical. The white belly can stay the same or you can change it to cream or light grey for a more realistic look.

For a festive twist, I've made Sharkito holding different accessories beyond the green tea cup. Try a tiny coffee mug, a miniature book, or even a small flower bouquet! You can also add a tiny scarf or bow tie around the neck area for special occasions. During holidays, I love making seasonal Sharkitos - add a small Santa hat for Christmas or tiny heart accessories for Valentine's Day.

If you want to adjust the size, experiment with different yarn weights and hook sizes. Sport weight yarn with a 2mm hook creates a lovely in-between size that's perfect for keychains. You can also make the dorsal fin larger or smaller to change Sharkito's proportions and give each one a unique silhouette.

For kids, consider using safety eyes with washers or embroidering the eyes instead to make the toy completely safe for younger children. You can also add extra details like embroidered spots or stripes on the body, or create a whole family of sharks in graduating sizes!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not maintaining tight tension during color switches can create visible gaps between the grey and white sections of the body ✗ Placing the eyes too far apart or too close together changes Sharkito's expression significantly so measure the 2-stitch spacing carefully ✗ Overstuffing the body can distort the shape and make the white belly bulge unnaturally instead of laying flat ✗ Forgetting to leave long tails on the fins and tail before cutting makes assembly much more difficult and frustrating later ✗ Rushing through the tail joining process without watching the video demo often results in an uneven or twisted tail piece

Sharkito the Polite Shark Amigurumi Pattern

Create your own adorable Sharkito the Polite Shark with this delightful amigurumi pattern! This charming shark comes with a sweet personality and even holds a tiny cup of green tea for greeting guests. Perfect for crocheters who love cute sea creatures with character, this pattern includes detailed instructions for making Sharkito in two sizes - a mini version at 3.5cm or a mama version at 7cm tall. Complete with fins, tail, feet, and optional accessories, this polite little shark will bring smiles to anyone who sees it.

Beginner Friendly 3-4 Hours

Materials Needed for Sharkito the Polite Shark Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Monaco Mercerized Cotton Thread (for Mini Sharkito)
  • 02
    4-ply Medium Worsted Weight Acrylic Yarn in grey and white colors (for Sharkito Mama)
  • 03
    Ecru or tan yarn for the tea cup accessory
  • 04
    Green yarn for the tea detail

— Tools Required

  • 01
    1.10mm Crochet Hook (for Mini Sharkito)
  • 02
    2.25mm Crochet Hook (for Sharkito Mama)
  • 03
    Safety eyes 3mm (for Mini Sharkito)
  • 04
    Safety eyes 8mm (for Sharkito Mama)
  • 05
    Stitch markers
  • 06
    Tapestry/sewing needle
  • 07
    Embroidery/sewing threads in black and white
  • 08
    Toy stuffing
  • 09
    Scissors
  • 10
    Glue
  • 11
    White felt
  • 12
    Pins

Progress Tracker

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— Head/Body :

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

inc x6 (12)

Round 3 :

inc, 2sc, (inc, 3sc) x2, sc, sc in same st, 3sc, sc in same st, 4sc (16)

Round 4 :

3sc, inc, 4sc, inc, 2sc, 2sc, inc, 2sc, inc, 2sc (20)

Round 5 :

sc, (inc, 5sc) x2, sc, sc in same st, 4sc, sc in same st, 6sc (24)

Info :

Insert the eyes between rounds 6 & 7 around 2 stitches from the white belly

Round 6 :

16sc, 5sc, 7sc (28)

Round 7 :

16sc, 5sc, 7sc (28)

Round 8 :

2sc, (inc, 6sc) x2, inc, 4sc, inc, 6sc (32)

Round 9 :

2sc, (inc, 7sc) x2, sc, sc in same st, 5sc, sc in same st, 8sc (36)

Round 10 :

21sc, 6sc, 9sc (36)

Round 11 :

inc, 12sc, inc, 7sc, 6sc, 9sc (38)

Round 12 :

8sc, inc, 9sc, inc, 4sc, 5sc, inc, 4sc, inc, 4sc (42)

Round 13 :

25sc, 7sc, 10sc (42)

Round 14 :

inc, 19sc, inc, 4sc, 7sc, 10sc (44)

Round 15 :

27sc, 7sc, 10sc (44)

Round 16 :

dec, 19sc, dec, 4sc, 7sc, 10sc (42)

Round 17 :

(dec, 5sc) x3, dec, 2sc, dec, 3sc, dec, 5sc (36)

Round 18 :

(dec, 4sc) x6 (30)

Round 19 :

(dec, 3sc) x6 (24)

Round 20 :

(dec, 2sc) x6 (18)

Info :

Stuff amigurumi well

Round 21 :

(dec, sc) x6 (12)

Round 22 :

(dec) x6 (6)

Info :

Finish off and sew close. Cut off white yarn

— Fins (Make 2 in grey) :

Info :

Leave long tail before you start your chain

Instructions :

Ch 7, sk 2nd ch from hook, hdc, dc, dc, tc, tc

Info :

Cut thread leave long tail for sewing

— Feet (Make 2 in grey) :

Round 1 :

8sc in MR (8)

Info :

Cut thread leave long tail for sewing

— Dorsal Fin (Make in grey) :

Round 1 :

4sc in MR (4)

Round 2 :

(inc, sc) x2 (6)

Round 3 :

(inc, 2sc) x2 (8)

Round 4 :

(inc, 3sc) x2 (10)

Round 5 :

(inc, 4sc) x2 (12)

Info :

Cut thread leave long tail for sewing

— Tail (Make in grey) :

1st piece Round 1 :

ch2, 4sc in 2nd ch from hook (4)

1st piece Round 2 :

(inc, sc) x2 (6)

Info :

Cut thread and fasten off, then start on the 2nd piece

2nd piece Round 1 :

ch2, 4sc in 2nd ch from hook (4)

Joined round :

(inc, 2sc) x2 to the 1st piece, (inc, sc) x2 to the 2nd piece (14)

Info :

Cut thread and leave long tail for sewing. Do not stuff tail

— Bonus: Cup of Green Tea :

Info :

Start in ecru or tan yarn

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

inc x6 (12)

Round 3 :

BLO sc around (12)

Round 4-6 :

sc around [3 rounds] (12)

Info :

Stuff cup with polyfill

Round 5 :

s2green BLO sc around (12)

Round 6 :

dec x6 (6)

Info :

Cut green yarn and sew hole shut, insert needle through the center of the tea and exit through the center MR on the other side. Pull down yarn tail hard. With the yarn used for the cup, cut long tail to sew on to the belly later

— Face Details :

Mouth :

Embroider a mouth on the belly part on Round 6. It should be in line with the eyes and have 2 white stitches on either side

Gills :

With black yarn, embroider the gills beside the eyes on round 7 by making 2 slanting lines

Eye details (Optional) :

Embroider the eye details with white yarn/felt

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the fins slightly slanted facing the belly laying flat on Rounds 9-11. If Sharkito will hold the cup of tea, sew the cup to the belly first and then attach the fins to the cup.
  • Pin the dorsal fin at the back of the shark's body between rounds 5 and 9, then sew it in place straight.
  • Attach the tail at the back of the base of the body where it starts to curve. The larger tail fin should be positioned above the lower tail fin.
  • Sew the feet on the junction of the shark's belly where the grey and white yarns switch on Round 17.
  • Embroider the mouth on the belly part on Round 6, making sure it's in line with the eyes with 2 white stitches on either side.
  • Embroider the gills beside the eyes on round 7 using black yarn by making 2 slanting lines.
  • Optionally add eye details with white yarn or felt to give Sharkito more personality.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a slightly smaller crochet hook than suggested for your yarn and crochet tightly so color switches look more seamless
  • 💡The pattern uses continuous rounds, so use stitch markers to track your place throughout the project
  • 💡The belly may look rough around the edges during construction but will be covered by the fins during assembly
  • 💡Pin all parts before sewing to ensure you're happy with the placement and positioning
  • 💡For the mini version use Monaco Mercerized Cotton Thread with 1.10mm hook, for mama version use acrylic yarn with 2.25mm hook
  • 💡Insert safety eyes between rounds 6 and 7 approximately 2 stitches from the white belly before continuing

This adorable Sharkito the Polite Shark pattern brings an ocean of charm to your amigurumi collection! With his sweet smile, tiny cup of green tea, and impeccable manners, Sharkito is the perfect companion for shark lovers and tea enthusiasts alike. The color-coded instructions make following along a breeze, and you'll love watching this polite little shark come to life stitch by stitch. Whether you make the mini desk buddy or the larger mama version, Sharkito is sure to steal hearts! 🦈🍵✨

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FAQs

What's the difference between Mini Sharkito and Sharkito Mama?

Mini Sharkito is made with Monaco Mercerized Cotton Thread and a 1.10mm hook, coming out at 3.5cm tall. Sharkito Mama uses 4-ply acrylic yarn with a 2.25mm hook and measures 7cm tall. Both versions follow the same pattern instructions.

Do I need to make the cup of green tea accessory?

The cup of green tea is an optional bonus accessory! Your Sharkito will be adorable with or without it, but the little tea cup adds extra charm and personality to the finished piece.

How do I make the color switches look seamless?

Use a slightly smaller crochet hook than recommended for your yarn and maintain tight tension throughout. This helps the grey and white sections blend together smoothly without visible gaps.

What does the color-coded version mean?

The color-coded version uses highlighted text in the pattern to show where you switch from grey to white yarn, making it easier to follow the color changes as you work.

How do I join the two pieces of the tail together?

The pattern includes a video demonstration for joining the tail pieces. You'll crochet both pieces separately, then join them by crocheting a combined round that connects both pieces together.

Is this pattern suitable for complete beginners?

Yes! The pattern is suitable for beginners and includes clear instructions. The most challenging part is the color switching, but with tight tension and the color-coded guide, beginners can definitely succeed.