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Whimsy Folks Amigurumi Pattern

Whimsy Folks Amigurumi 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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Whimsical Buddy

Playful characters full of personality, designed to spark imagination and become cherished playtime favorites.

About This Whimsy Folks Amigurumi Pattern

Whimsy Folks Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

With detailed photo references and modification options for longer limbs, you can create either a 15-inch or 18-inch version. The pattern includes special features like face sculpting techniques, eye flower patches, and a charming belly pocket for extra whimsy.

Why You'll Love This Whimsy Folks Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it gives you so much creative freedom to make each Whimsy Folk truly one-of-a-kind! The fact that you can customize everything from the bonnet style to the number of flowers and mushrooms means no two creations will ever be exactly alike. I'm especially fond of the seamless construction from legs to head, which eliminates tedious seaming work. The super bulky yarn makes this project work up surprisingly fast, and the addition of sweet details like the face sculpting and eye flower patches adds such personality. Plus, having both regular and MOD options for limb length means you can adjust the final size to suit your preference perfectly!

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

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with different color combinations to give each Whimsy Folk its own personality! Try using soft pastels for a dreamy fairy-like creature, or bold jewel tones for something more vibrant and eye-catching. The beauty of this pattern is that you can really make it your own.

For the bonnet, I've had so much fun trying different modifications beyond just the mushroom spots. Consider adding stripes by changing colors every two rows, or work the entire bonnet in a contrasting color to the body for a striking look. You could even add tiny pom-poms to the ties instead of leaving them plain.

I've found that varying the number and placement of flowers creates completely different aesthetics. A few large flowers clustered on one side gives a whimsical garden feel, while many tiny flowers scattered all over creates a more detailed, busy look. Don't be afraid to mix flower sizes by using different yarn weights!

The hair is another area where I love to get creative. Instead of the basic two-piece fringe, try adding hair all around the hairline for a fuller look, or create longer pieces for a flowing mane effect. You could even braid the yarn pieces or add beads to the ends for extra flair.

For a completely different vibe, skip the antennae and add different accessories instead. I've made versions with tiny crocheted hats, flower crowns, or even little scarves. The belly pocket is perfect for holding a miniature crocheted item like a tiny heart or flower that matches your color scheme. Get creative and make each Whimsy Folk uniquely yours!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to place stitch markers when working in the round can cause you to lose track of where each round begins and ends ✗ Not stuffing the piece firmly enough as you go results in a saggy final appearance that lacks the desired plump shape ✗ Skipping the face sculpting step leaves the eyes looking flat and less expressive than the intended adorable character design ✗ Attaching limbs without pinning first often leads to uneven placement and a lopsided appearance that's difficult to correct later

Whimsy Folks Amigurumi Pattern

Create your own adorable Whimsy Folk with this charming amigurumi pattern! This delightful design features a whimsical character with customizable details including a sweet bonnet, antennae, decorative flowers, and optional mushroom embellishments. Perfect for crafters who love personality-filled projects, this pattern guides you through creating legs, body, and head all in one piece for seamless construction. Add your own creative touches with flower patches, hair styling options, and a cute belly pocket. Whether you choose the original 15-inch size or the modified 18-inch version with longer limbs, you'll end up with a unique companion that's bursting with handmade charm and character.

Intermediate 6-8 Hours

Materials Needed for Whimsy Folks Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Super bulky yarn / weight 6 - approximately 200 yards in main color
  • 02
    Contrasting color super bulky yarn / weight 6
  • 03
    Worsted yarn for flowers
  • 04
    Wool yarn for hair
  • 05
    Felt for eye flower patch
  • 06
    Chenille Home Slim by Loops & Threads super bulky yarn / weight 6 (recommended)
  • 07
    Bernat Blanket super bulky yarn / weight 6 (recommended)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    4mm crochet hook
  • 02
    7mm crochet hook
  • 03
    8mm crochet hook
  • 04
    25mm safety eyes
  • 05
    Scissors
  • 06
    Fiber fill
  • 07
    Darning needle
  • 08
    Stitch markers

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— Legs :

Info :

Make two using super bulky yarn and 7mm hook

Round 1 :

6sc in mr (6)

Round 2 :

inc in each st (12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x6 (18)

Round 4 :

sc2tog, 16sc (17)

Round 5 :

sc2tog, 15sc (16)

Info :

Stuff as you go

Round 6 :

sc2tog, 14sc (15)

Round 7 :

sc2tog, 13sc (14)

Round 8 :

sc2tog, 12sc (13)

Round 9 :

sc2tog, 11sc (12)

Round 10 :

sc2tog, 10sc (11)

Round 11-16 :

sc around (11)

Info :

LEG MOD: for long legs version, add extra 4 rounds after round 16. Note: the sc2tog on the legs is the front of the legs; make sure to place the front side facing forward

Info :

Fasten off; weave in the ends and continue working on body

— Body :

Info :

Working with super bulky yarn and 7mm hook. With a new piece of yarn, insert your hook in st number 6 or 5 of the last round of the right leg, ch9, sc into the last or first st of the last round of the left leg and continue working on round 1 of body

Round 1 :

ch9, 11sc into left leg, 9sc into ch9, 11sc into right leg, 9sc into ch9 (40)

Round 2-8 :

sc around (40)

Round 9 :

(3sc, sc2tog) x8 (32)

Round 10-15 :

sc around (32)

Round 16 :

(2sc, sc2tog) x8 (24)

Info :

Start stuffing

Round 17-19 :

sc around (24)

Round 20 :

(sc, sc2tog) x8 (16)

Round 21 :

sc2tog (8)

Info :

Do not fasten off; continue on to head

— Head :

Info :

Working with super bulky yarn and 7mm hook

Round 1 :

inc in each st (16)

Round 2 :

inc in each st (32)

Round 3 :

(3sc, inc) x8 (40)

Round 4 :

(4sc, inc) x8 (48)

Round 5-12 :

sc around (48)

Info :

If you are adding flower patches, follow instructions before attaching the eyes. Attach eyes between rounds 7-8, approximately 8-9 sts apart

Round 13 :

(4sc, sc2tog) x8 (40)

Round 14 :

(3sc, sc2tog) x8 (32)

Info :

Start stuffing

Round 15 :

(2sc, sc2tog) x8 (24)

Round 16 :

(sc, sc2tog) x8 (16)

Round 17 :

sc2tog (8)

Info :

Fasten off; leave a long tail to sew the remaining 8 sts closed, using a darning needle, thread outside the remaining loops and pull tight to close and weave in the ends

— Arms :

Info :

Make two using super bulky yarn and 7mm hook

Round 1 :

7sc in mr (7)

Round 2 :

inc in each st (14)

Round 3 :

sc around (14)

Round 4 :

sc2tog, 12sc (13)

Round 5 :

sc2tog, 11sc (12)

Round 6 :

sc2tog, 10sc (11)

Round 7 :

sc2tog, 9sc (10)

Round 8 :

sc2tog, 8sc (9)

Info :

Stuff as you go

Round 9-25 :

sc around (9)

Info :

ARM MOD: for long arms version, add extra 3 rounds after round 25. Fasten off; leave a long tail to sew between rounds 17-18 of the body, approximately 7-8 sts apart

— Face Sculpting :

Info :

Cut a piece of yarn about 15 inches in main color and insert your darning needle into the back of the head. Pull yarn through to the front of the head, coming out at the left side of the left eye. Insert needle back into head at the right side of the left eye, and pull yarn through, coming out at the left side of the right eye. Insert needle back into head at the right side of the right eye and pull yarn into the head, coming out at the back where you first inserted the needle. You will have created two loops over each eye. Next, pull both ends gently (make sure the loops are on the top and behind both eyes). Tie a knot and weave in the ends

— Ears :

Info :

Make two using super bulky yarn and 7mm hook

Round 1 :

9sc in mr (9)

Round 2 :

2sc, (inc) x4, 3sc (13)

Info :

Fasten off; leave a long tail to sew onto head between rounds 5-6, approximately 4 sts away from the eyes and weave in the ends

— Bonnet :

Info :

Working with super bulky yarn and 8mm hook. Note: turning ch2 does not count as a st, ch2 and turn at the end of each row

Row 1 :

ch30, starting in the 3rd ch from the hook, work 28dc, ch2, turn (28)

Row 2-7 :

repeat 28dc, ch2, turn (28)

Row 8 :

work 28 sl st, this will be the front of your bonnet (28)

Info :

Fasten off. Fold your bonnet in half, attach a new piece of yarn. Working through both layers of the bonnet, work sl sts across the back of the bonnet. Fasten off and weave in the ends. Working with a new piece of yarn, ch30 and fasten off. Thread your chain in and out of the bottom sts of the back of the bonnet. Gently pull the ears out in the second row of the front of the bonnet. Tie a knot, optional: hide the tails inside the bonnet

Info :

Mushroom MOD bonnet: randomly add 3-4 bo sts to rows 1, 3, 5 and 7

— Nose :

Info :

In round 6 of the head, working in the two sts between the eyes, use a darning needle and a new piece of super bulky yarn, insert the needle, pull the needle through the other side of the two sts space between the eyes and again insert the needle back in the first space you inserted the needle creating a loop. Wrap around the yarn in the loop 4 to 5 times, then tie a knot and weave in the ends

— Flowers :

Info :

Using worsted yarn in petal color and 4mm hook. Note: you can use different weight yarns and hook sizes, make many as you like and sew them onto the body randomly

Petal :

Work 5hdc in mr, sl st in the 1st hdc, *ch2, bo, ch2, sl st* in the same st, repeat ** 4 more times. Fasten off and weave in the ends

Center :

Using worsted yarn in center color and 4mm hook, ch4, starting in the 3rd ch from the hook, work one bo st, ch1 and fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew onto the center of the flower

— Antennae :

Info :

Make two using worsted yarn and 4mm hook

Round 1 :

6sc in mr (6)

Round 2-15 :

sc around (6)

Info :

Fasten off; leave a long tail to sew to bonnet between row 3-4 of the front of the bonnet, approximately 4-5 sts apart and weave in the ends

— Hair :

Info :

Cut two pieces of wool yarn, approximately 6 inches long and fold in half. Insert your hook in round 13 of the head and pull the yarn halfway through creating a loop. Pull the strands through the loop and pull tight. Repeat this process one more time. For different hair styles you can add more pieces of yarn around the hairline

— Eye Flower Patch :

Info :

Using the patch template, trace two flowers on the felt and cut them out. Poke a small hole in the center of the felt with your scissors, then insert your safety eyes. Attach the eyes as you usually would. When working on the face sculpting, make sure to thread the yarn under the felt. Print and cut the eye flower patch template, the patch should measure approximately 1.8 inches

— Mushrooms :

Info :

Make two using worsted yarn and 4mm hook in top color

Round 1 :

6sc in mr (6)

Round 2 :

inc in each st (12)

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x6 (18)

Round 4-5 :

sc around (18)

Info :

Change to stem color

Round 6 :

(sc, sc2tog) x6 (12)

Round 7 :

sc2tog (6)

Round 8-11 :

sc around (6)

Info :

Fasten off; leave a long tail to sew onto the second round of the front of the bonnet and weave in the ends. Embroider french knots to the top of the mushrooms. Working with your darning needle embroider a French knot. Use a contrasting color yarn and insert your needle half way, wrap around the yarn in the needle 3-4 times and pull through, insert your needle back again in the same spot you started at, continue doing this throughout the whole top of the mushroom as many times as desired

— Belly Pocket :

Info :

Working with super bulky yarn and 7mm hook. Note: turning ch1 does not count as st, ch1 and turn at the end of each row

Row 1 :

ch8, starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, sc in each ch, ch1 and turn (7)

Row 2-6 :

repeat 7sc, ch1, turn (7)

Info :

Fasten off; leave a long tail to sew between rounds 6 and 12 of the body and weave in the ends

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the arms to the body between rounds 17-18, spacing them approximately 7-8 stitches apart, using the long tail left from fastening off
  • Sew the ears onto the head between rounds 5-6, positioning them approximately 4 stitches away from the safety eyes
  • Place the bonnet on the head and sew the antennae to the front of the bonnet between rows 3-4, spacing them 4-5 stitches apart
  • Attach the belly pocket between rounds 6 and 12 of the body, centering it on the front
  • Sew decorative flowers randomly onto the body using the long tails from the flower centers
  • If making mushroom embellishments, attach them to the second row of the front of the bonnet and add French knot details
  • Add hair pieces by inserting them into round 13 of the head using the fringe method described in the pattern

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers throughout to keep track of rounds, especially since this pattern is worked continuously without joining
  • 💡The sc2tog decreases on the legs create the front of the legs, so position them facing forward when attaching to the body
  • 💡If adding flower eye patches, prepare and attach them before inserting the safety eyes between rounds 7-8 of the head
  • 💡Stuff all pieces firmly as you work to maintain proper shape, especially before closing rounds become too tight
  • 💡When face sculpting, ensure the yarn loops sit on top and behind the eyes for the proper expression
  • 💡The turning chain 2 for the bonnet does not count as a stitch, which affects your total stitch count
  • 💡Photo references are included throughout the pattern for visual guidance on assembly steps

The Whimsy Folks pattern is a delightful journey into creating your very own enchanting companion with endless customization possibilities! From the adorable bonnet with optional mushroom bobbles to the sweet flower accents and personalized hair, every detail adds unique charm. The pattern's clever construction method works legs, body, and head seamlessly in one piece, making assembly easier while the super bulky yarn helps your project grow quickly. Whether you're making a gift or adding to your own collection, this whimsical friend will bring smiles and warmth wherever they go. Happy crocheting! 🧶✨

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FAQs

Can I use a different yarn weight for this pattern?

While the pattern is designed for super bulky weight 6 yarn, you can use a different weight, but your finished size will vary significantly. If using a lighter weight yarn, use a correspondingly smaller hook and expect a much smaller final product. The recommended yarns are Chenille Home Slim by Loops & Threads or Bernat Blanket for best results.

What does the MOD option mean in this pattern?

MOD stands for modification and refers to optional instructions for making longer limbs. The leg MOD adds 4 extra rounds after round 16 for longer legs, and the arm MOD adds 3 extra rounds after round 25 for longer arms. This changes the final size from approximately 15 inches to 18 inches.

Do I need to make the eye flower patches?

The eye flower patches are completely optional! They add a decorative floral accent around the safety eyes, but you can attach the eyes directly without them. If you choose to use them, remember to prepare and attach the felt patches before inserting the safety eyes between rounds 7-8.

How do I keep track of my rounds when working continuously?

Since this pattern is worked in the round without joining or turning, using stitch markers is essential. Place a marker at the beginning of each round and move it up as you work. This helps you track where rounds begin and end, especially during increases and decreases.

Can I customize the bonnet style?

Absolutely! The pattern includes a mushroom MOD for the bonnet where you randomly add 3-4 bobble stitches to rows 1, 3, 5, and 7 to create a spotted mushroom cap effect. You can also experiment with different colors or add your own embellishments to make each bonnet unique.