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Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern

Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern
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12-15 Hours Time Needed
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Designed for experienced knitters, these patterns involve intricate designs and complex techniques to challenge and inspire.

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Slow & Steady

A 10-12 hour project—great for savoring the process over several sessions.

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An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern

This Super Mario pattern is a comprehensive guide to creating the beloved Nintendo character in amigurumi form. The pattern includes detailed instructions for crafting Mario's head with properly positioned features, his iconic red cap with white circle and M embroidery, brown mustache and sideburns, and his complete outfit including red shirt, blue overalls with braces, beige hands with individual fingers, and brown shoes. Every element has been carefully designed to capture Mario's recognizable appearance.

Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The finished Mario stands approximately 35cm tall when made with light worsted weight yarn and a 4.0mm hook. This substantial size makes him perfect for display or as a huggable companion for Mario fans of all ages.

Why You'll Love This Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it captures every iconic detail that makes Mario instantly recognizable! The individual fingers on the hands add such a professional touch, and the way the mustache is constructed with its dimensional curl is simply brilliant. I appreciate how the pattern includes clever techniques like repositioning stitch markers mid-round to ensure perfect shaping, and the articulated arms give you posing options. The finishing size is impressive enough to be a statement piece, yet the construction remains manageable with clear round-by-round guidance. Creating this brings back wonderful gaming memories while producing a handmade treasure that any Nintendo fan would cherish!

Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I absolutely love how versatile this Mario pattern can be with just a few creative modifications! For a fun twist, I've tried making Luigi by simply swapping the red yarn for green and changing the M embroidery to an L - instant brother duo! You could also experiment with different facial expressions by repositioning the eyes or creating a surprised look with wider eyes.

For seasonal variations, I've added a tiny Santa hat on top of Mario's regular cap for Christmas, or crafted mini accessories like a star wand or a miniature mushroom using the same techniques from the pattern. If you want to make Baby Mario, simply reduce your hook size to 3.0mm and use lighter weight yarn - he'll come out adorably tiny!

I've even personalized Mario by adding embroidered initials on the back of his shirt or creating themed versions like Beach Mario with tiny crocheted sunglasses. The shoes could be made in different colors to match specific game versions, and you could add wire armature inside the arms (despite the no-stuffing rule) if you want a poseable display piece. The possibilities are endless once you master the basic construction!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to reposition stitch markers when instructed during head and hat construction can throw off your stitch counts ✗ Stuffing the arms with fiberfill when the pattern specifically states not to will make them stiff and difficult to pose ✗ Not maintaining consistent tension throughout can result in uneven sizing between body parts making assembly challenging ✗ Skipping the step to fold and secure the arm ends properly will leave loose fabric and unprofessional looking sleeve cuffs

Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern

Bring the iconic video game hero to life with this delightful Super Mario crochet pattern! Standing at an impressive 35cm tall, this detailed amigurumi captures Mario's classic look with his signature red hat, blue overalls, brown mustache, and cheerful expression. Perfect for Nintendo fans and collectors, this pattern guides you through creating every beloved detail from his recognizable M-emblem cap to his sturdy brown shoes. Whether you're crafting for yourself or as a special gift for a gaming enthusiast, this Mario will add nostalgic charm to any space.

Advanced 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Super Mario Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Light worsted weight / DK yarn in beige color for head, ears, nose, and hands
  • 02
    Light worsted weight / DK yarn in red color for hat and shirt/arms
  • 03
    Light worsted weight / DK yarn in blue color for pants and braces
  • 04
    Light worsted weight / DK yarn in brown color for hair, sideburns, mustache, and shoes
  • 05
    Light worsted weight / DK yarn in white color for hat circle and eyeballs
  • 06
    Light worsted weight / DK yarn in black color for pupils
  • 07
    Light worsted weight / DK yarn in yellow color for buttons

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size G (6) / 4.0mm
  • 02
    Tapestry/sewing needle
  • 03
    Fiberfill stuffing
  • 04
    Stitch markers or scrap yarn for tracking rounds
  • 05
    Scissors

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— The head (in beige) (worked in spirals) :

Round 1 :

MR6 (6)

Round 2 :

inc1sc in every st (12)

Round 3 :

1sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (18)

Round 4 :

2sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (24)

Round 5 :

3sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (30)

Round 6 :

Crochet 2sc and move your stitch marker/starting point of the round to this point. Continue to work on the next step, do not finish the round

Round 7 :

4sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (36)

Round 8 :

5sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (42)

Round 9 :

6sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (48)

Round 10 :

7sc, inc1sc in next st, 7sc, inc1sc in next st. Move your stitch marker/starting point of the round to this point. Continue to work on the next step. Do not finish the round

Round 11 :

9sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (55)

Round 12 :

10sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (60)

Round 13 :

11sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (65)

Round 14 :

Crochet 12 rounds of sc (65)

Round 15 :

11sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round (60)

Round 16 :

10sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round (55)

Round 17 :

Crochet 5sc and move your stitch marker/starting point of the round to this point. Continue to work on the next step, do not finish the round

Round 18 :

9sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round (50)

Round 19 :

6sc, sc2tog, 6sc, sc2tog, 4sc. Move your stitch marker/starting point of the round to this point. Continue to work on the next step, do not finish the round (48)

Round 20 :

6sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round (42)

Round 21 :

5sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round (36)

Round 22 :

4sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round (30)

Round 23 :

Crochet 3sc and move your stitch marker/starting point of the round to this point. Continue to work on the next step, do not finish the round

Info :

Stuff the head with fiberfill

Round 24 :

3sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round (24)

Round 25 :

2sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round (18)

Info :

Stuff the head with fiberfill

Round 26 :

1sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round (12)

Round 27 :

sc2tog and repeat all round (6)

Round 28 :

sc3tog, sc2tog and fasten off

— The ears (in beige) (worked in spirals) :

Round 1 :

MR6 (6)

Round 2 :

inc1sc in every st (12)

Round 3 :

1sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (18)

Round 4 :

1sc, inc1sc in next st, 1sc, inc1sc in next st, 1sc, 13slst (18)

Round 5 :

8sc, 1slst and fasten off

Info :

Make 2 in total

— The nose (in beige) (worked in spirals) :

Round 1 :

MR6 (6)

Round 2 :

inc1sc in every st (12)

Round 3 :

1sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (18)

Round 4 :

Crochet 3 rounds of sc (18)

Round 5 :

1slst, slst2tog. Repeat all round (12)

Round 6 :

1slst and fasten off

Info :

Stuff the nose with fiberfill

— The hair (in brown) (worked in flat) :

Step 1 :

ch30, turn

Step 2 :

Crochet 4 rows of sc. After each row, ch1 and turn (30)

Step 3 :

skip 2st, crochet 8dc in next st, skip 2st, crochet 1slst in next st. Repeat until the end of the round

Step 4 :

Fasten off

— The sideburns (in brown) (worked in flat) :

Step 1 :

ch8, turn

Step 2 :

Start working in the 2nd ch st as counted from the crochet hook: 7sc. ch1, turn (7)

Step 3 :

6sc, fasten off

Info :

Make 2 in total

— The eyeballs (in white) (worked in spirals) :

Round 1 :

MR6 (6)

Round 2 :

inc1sc in every st (12)

Round 3 :

inc1sc in next st, 1slst and fasten off

Info :

Make 2 in total

— The pupils (in black) (worked in spirals) :

Round 1 :

MR6 (6)

Round 2 :

1slst and fasten off

Info :

Make 2 in total

— The hat, part one (in red) (worked in spirals) :

Round 1 :

MR4 (4)

Round 2 :

inc1sc in every st. ch1, turn (8)

Round 3 :

Continue to work in flat: repeat 4x(1sc, inc1sc in next st). ch1, turn (12)

Round 4 :

Repeat 4x(2sc, inc1sc in next st). ch1, turn (16)

Round 5 :

Repeat 4x(3sc, inc1sc in next st). ch1, turn (20)

Round 6 :

Repeat 4x(4sc, inc1sc in next st). ch1, turn (24)

Round 7 :

Repeat 4x(5sc, inc1sc in next st). ch1, turn (28)

Round 8 :

Crochet 2 rows of sc. ch1, turn (28)

Round 9 :

Repeat 4x(5sc, sc2tog). ch1, turn (24)

Round 10 :

Repeat 4x(4sc, sc2tog). ch1, turn (20)

Round 11 :

Repeat 4x(3sc, sc2tog). ch1, turn (16)

Round 12 :

Repeat 4x(2sc, sc2tog). ch1, turn (12)

Round 13 :

Repeat 4x(1sc, sc2tog). ch1, turn (8)

Round 14 :

Repeat 4x(sc2tog). ch1, turn (4)

Round 15 :

sc2tog, sc2tog. ch1, turn (2)

Round 16 :

1slst and fasten off

— The hat, part two (in red) (worked in spirals) :

Round 1 :

ch60, close the ch with a slst (60)

Round 2 :

Crochet 6 rounds of sc (60)

Round 3 :

30sc, repeat 5x(5sc, inc1sc in next st) (65)

Round 4 :

30sc, repeat 5x(6sc, inc1sc in next st) (70)

Round 5 :

Repeat 3x(8sc, sc2tog), 40sc (67)

Round 6 :

Repeat 3x(7sc, sc2tog), 40sc (64)

Round 7 :

Repeat 8x(6sc, sc2tog) (54)

Round 8 :

Repeat 8x(5sc, sc2tog) (48)

Round 9 :

Repeat 3x(4sc, sc2tog), repeat 3x(8sc, sc2tog) (42)

Round 10 :

Repeat 3x(3sc, sc2tog), repeat 3x(7sc, sc2tog) (36)

Round 11 :

Repeat 3x(2sc, sc2tog), repeat 3x(6sc, sc2tog) (30)

Round 12 :

Repeat 3x(1sc, sc2tog), repeat 3x(5sc, sc2tog) (24)

Round 13 :

Repeat 3x(sc2tog), repeat 3x(4sc, sc2tog) (18)

Round 14 :

3sc, repeat 3x(3sc, sc2tog) (15)

Round 15 :

1sc, repeat 7x(sc2tog) (8)

Round 16 :

4sc, sc2tog, sc2tog (6)

Round 17 :

sc3tog, sc2tog, fasten off

— The circle on the hat (in white) (worked in spirals) :

Round 1 :

MR6 (6)

Round 2 :

inc1sc in every st (12)

Round 3 :

1sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (18)

Round 4 :

2sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (24)

Round 5 :

1slst and fasten off

— The embroidery on the hat (in red) :

Step 1 :

Make a ch of slst of about 10cm / 4 inches in length

Step 2 :

Do not fasten off yet

Step 3 :

Sew the chain onto the white circle into the shape of an M. If necessary, add or remove a couple ch st to make it fit

— The moustache (in brown) (worked in flat) :

Step 1 :

ch21, turn

Step 2 :

Start working in the 2nd ch st as counted from the crochet hook: 19sc, inc2sc in last st. Turn (22)

Step 3 :

Continue to work on the bottom of the foundation chain: 19sc, inc2sc in next st. You have now created a new round counting 42st (44)

Step 4 :

Continue to work in spirals: 19sc, repeat 3x(inc1sc in next st), 19sc, repeat 3x(inc1sc in next st) (50)

Step 5 :

1sc, skip 2st, crochet 8dc in next st, skip 1st, crochet 1slst in next st

Step 6 :

1sc, skip 2st, crochet 8dc in next st, skip 2st, crochet 1slst in next st, 1sc, skip 2st, crochet 8dc in next st

Step 7 :

skip 1 st, crochet 1slst in next st, 6sc

Step 8 :

Repeat steps 5, 6 and 7 once more

Step 9 :

Crochet 35sc, 1slst and fasten off

Info :

Double fold the moustache, sew the two parts onto each other and stuff the moustache with fiberfill while doing so

— The arms (in red) (worked in spirals) :

Round 1 :

ch20, close the ch with a slst

Round 2 :

Crochet 25 rounds of sc (25)

Round 3 :

Cut off the red yarn and continue to work in white: crochet 2 rounds of sc (25)

Infos :

Fold the red end of the arm inwards. Fold back 1 round of sc of the white part. Secure both folds by sewing the layers onto each other

— The hands (in beige) (worked in spirals) :

Round 1 :

MR10 (10)

Round 2 :

1sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (15)

Round 3 :

Crochet 2 rounds of sc (15)

Round 4 :

2sc, inc1sc in next st. Repeat all round (20)

Round 5 :

20sc (20)

Round 6 :

Skip 6st, crochet 1sc. Move your stitch marker/starting point of the round to this point. Continue to work on the next step, do not finish the round (14)

Round 7 :

Repeat 4x(2sc, inc1sc in next st), 2sc (18)

Round 8 :

Flatten the hand. 2sc, skip 12sc, crochet 4sc

Round 9 :

Crochet 2 rounds of sc (6)

Round 10 :

sc2tog and repeat all round (3)

Round 11 :

1slst and fasten off

Round 12 :

Cast on next to the 1st finger. Crochet 3sc, skip 6st, 3sc (6)

Round 13 :

Crochet 2 rounds of sc (6)

Round 14 :

sc2tog and repeat all round (3)

Round 15 :

1slst and fasten off

Round 16 :

Cast on on one of the remaining stitches. Crochet 3 rounds of sc (6)

Round 17 :

sc2tog and repeat all round (3)

Round 18 :

1slst and fasten off

Round 19 :

Cast on on the remaining hole for the thumb. 6sc (6)

Round 20 :

sc2tog and repeat all round (3)

Round 21 :

1slst and fasten off

Infos :

Make 2 in total. Place the hands inside the arms and sew them in place. Make sure not to stuff the arms with fiberfill

— The belly (in red) (worked in spirals) :

Round 1 :

ch50, close the ch with a slst (50)

Round 2 :

Crochet 19 rounds of sc (50)

Round 3 :

3sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round (40)

Round 4 :

2sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round (30)

Round 5 :

1sc, sc2tog. Repeat all round (20)

Infos :

Fasten off, leave a strand of 30cm / 12 inches attached to the belly. Use this later on to sew on the head. Stuff the belly with fiberfill

— The buttons (in yellow) (worked in spirals) :

Round 1 :

MR6 (6)

Round 2 :

1slst and fasten off

Info :

Make 2 in total

— The shoes (in brown) (worked in spirals) :

Round 1 :

ch5, turn

Round 2 :

Start working in the 2nd ch st as counted from the crochet hook: 3sc, inc2sc in next st. Turn (6)

Round 3 :

Continue to work on the bottom side of the foundation chain: 3sc, inc2sc in next st. You have now created a new round counting 12sc (12)

Round 4 :

Continue to work in spirals: repeat 2x(4sc, inc1sc in next st, inc1sc in next st) (16)

Round 5 :

4sc, repeat 4x(inc1sc in next st), 4sc, repeat 4x(inc1sc in next st) (24)

Round 6 :

4sc, repeat 4x(1sc, inc1sc in next st), 4sc, repeat 4x(1sc, inc1sc in next st) (32)

Round 7 :

4sc, repeat 4x(2sc, inc1sc in next st), 4sc, repeat 4x(2sc, inc1sc in next st) (40)

Round 8 :

4sc, repeat 4x(3sc, inc1sc in next st), 4sc, repeat 4x(3sc, inc1sc in next st) (48)

Round 9 :

Crochet 5 rounds of sc (48)

Round 10 :

4sc, repeat 4x(3sc, sc2tog), 24sc (44)

Round 11 :

44sc (44)

Round 12 :

4sc, repeat 4x(2sc, sc2tog), 24sc (40)

Round 13 :

40sc (40)

Round 14 :

4sc, repeat 4x(1sc, sc2tog), 4sc, repeat 4x(3sc, sc2tog) (32)

Round 15 :

16sc, repeat 4x(1sc, sc2tog) (20)

Info :

Stuff the shoe with fiberfill

Round 16 :

4sc, repeat 2x(sc2tog), 4sc, repeat 4x(sc2tog) (14)

Round 17 :

sc2tog and repeat all round (7)

Infos :

Stuff the shoe with fiberfill. Push the sides of the remaining gap towards each other by pushing the shoe into a more oval shape and sew the remaining hole shut

— The pants (in blue) (worked in spirals) :

Round 1 :

ch25, close the ch with a slst (25)

Round 2 :

Crochet 19 rounds of sc (25)

Info :

Cut off the yarn, but do not fasten off

Info :

Repeat steps 1 and 2

Round 3 :

Continue to work on the 1st leg, continue to crochet where you cut off the yarn at step 3. Continue to use the yarn of the 2nd leg. Crochet 25sc on the 1st leg, and 25 on the 2nd. You have now created a new round counting 50sc (50)

Round 4 :

Crochet 13 rounds of sc (50)

Round 5 :

8sc, 1slst and turn

Round 6 :

Start working in the 3rd loop as counted from the crochet hook (the last sc of step 7): crochet 1slst, 15sc, 1slst, turn (17)

Round 7 :

Start working in the 3rd loop as counted from the crochet hook: 1slst, 14sc, 1slst, turn (16)

Round 8 :

Start working in the 3rd loop as counted from the crochet hook: 1slst, 12sc, 1slst (14)

Round 9 :

Fasten off

— The braces (in blue) (worked in flat) :

Infos :

Make the back of the pants face you and locate the 9sc right in the centre of the pants. Cast on the yarn on the left 3sc of those 9sc

Step 1 :

Crochet 34 rows of sc in those 3sc. After each row, ch1 and turn. After the last row, fasten off

Infos :

Keep a distance of 3sc between the first brace and the second. Cast on the yarn on the right 3sc of the 9sc in the centre of the pants

Step 2 :

Crochet 34 rows of sc in those 3sc. After each row, ch1 and turn. After the last row, fasten off

Infos :

Sew the belly inside the pants. Stuff the pants and belly

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the buttons onto the ends of the braces
  • Flip the braces over to the front of the body and sew them onto the pants
  • Sew the arms onto the body sides
  • Sew the shoes onto the bottom of the pants legs
  • Sew the 1st part of the hat (the brim) onto the 2nd part of the hat, then stuff the hat with fiberfill
  • Sew the white circle with red M embroidery onto the front of the hat
  • Sew the hair onto the back of the hat
  • Sew the nose and ears onto the head right in the middle of the face
  • Sew the moustache onto the head right below the nose
  • Sew the pupils onto the eyeballs, then sew the eyes onto the head right next to the nose
  • Sew the sideburns right in front of the ears
  • Sew the completed hat onto the head

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers throughout the pattern, especially when instructed to reposition them mid-round for proper shaping
  • 💡Do not stuff the arms with fiberfill as specified - they should remain flat for proper positioning and movement
  • 💡Stuff the head, belly, and shoes firmly but not overly tight to maintain the proper round shape
  • 💡Leave a long strand of yarn on the belly piece as instructed for easier attachment to the head
  • 💡Pin all parts in place before final sewing to ensure correct positioning and proportions
  • 💡The pattern uses spiral construction throughout - keep careful track of your rounds
  • 💡When creating the hands with individual fingers, work slowly and carefully to maintain proper shaping

This comprehensive Super Mario pattern brings Nintendo's most iconic character to life in stunning detail! Designed by Joyce Overheul, this pattern captures every element that makes Mario instantly recognizable - from his cheerful expression and signature mustache to his classic red cap with the embroidered M logo. The finished piece stands at an impressive 35cm tall, making it a showstopping addition to any gaming collection. Whether you're a longtime Nintendo fan or creating a special gift for one, this pattern guides you through every step with clear instructions and helpful tips. 🍄🧶✨

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FAQs

What skill level is required for this Super Mario pattern?

This pattern is rated as advanced beginner level. You should be comfortable with magic rings, working in spirals, increasing and decreasing, and have experience with basic amigurumi construction before attempting this project.

How tall will the finished Mario be?

When made with light worsted weight/DK yarn and a 4.0mm crochet hook as specified, Mario will measure approximately 35cm or 14 inches tall, making him a substantial amigurumi piece.

Why shouldn't I stuff the arms with fiberfill?

The pattern specifically instructs not to stuff the arms because they need to remain flat and flexible for proper positioning and natural movement. Stuffing them would make them stiff and bulky.

What makes this pattern advanced beginner rather than true beginner?

This pattern includes complex shaping with frequent stitch marker repositioning, individual finger construction on the hands, multiple color changes, and intricate assembly of many separate pieces that require careful positioning.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

While you can use different yarn weights, your finished Mario will be a different size than the 35cm specified. You'll need to adjust your hook size accordingly and be aware that proportions between pieces may need tweaking.

How do I create the M embroidery on the hat?

You'll make a chain of slip stitches about 10cm long in red yarn, then sew it onto the white circle in the shape of an M. You can adjust the chain length as needed to make the letter fit properly.