Creating a mini version of crochet mini Piglet amigurumi is a delightful project for anyone who enjoys crafting with yarn. This adorable little buddy comes to life with a few simple stitches and some pretty pink yarn. With a crochet hook in hand, you'll loop and weave the yarn, watching as Piglet takes shape.
Crochet Mini Piglet Amigurumi
From the curve of his tiny ears to the tip of his cozy snout, each step is straightforward and rewarding. Whether you're a seasoned crochet enthusiast or a beginner eager to learn, this project promises hours of enjoyment and a sweet, handmade friend at the end.
Materials Needed:
- Light and Dark Pink Yarn (60% Cotton, 40% Acrylic)
- 3 mm Crochet Hook
- Scissors
- Darning Needle
- Stitch Marker
- Safety Eyes (5 mm)
- Embroidery Yarn (for details)
- Stuffing
Body:
Start with Light Pink Yarn:
- Make a magic circle.
- Round 1: 6 single crochet (sc) in the circle. Close circle.
Increase Rounds:
- Round 2: Make an increase in each stitch around (total 12 stitches).
- Round 3: 1 sc in the first stitch, increase in the next, repeat ** around (total 18 stitches).
- Rounds 4-5: 1 sc in each stitch around (stitch count remains 18).
Shape the Body:
- Round 6: 1 sc in the next 5 stitches, increase in the 6th, repeat ** around (total 21 stitches).
- Round 7: Slip stitch in each stitch around. Change to dark pink yarn in the last stitch.
Continue with Dark Pink Yarn:
- Rounds 8-10: 1 sc in each stitch around with dark pink yarn (stitch count remains 21 for each round). Cut off light pink yarn and secure ends.
- Insert safety eyes between Rounds 5 and 6, leaving two holes between the eyes when stretched.
Begin Decreasing:
- Round 11: 1 sc in the first stitch, decrease over the next two stitches (invisible decrease), repeat ** around (total 14 stitches).
Start stuffing Piglet.
- Round 12: Decrease in each stitch around (total 7 stitches), finish stuffing, close the opening.
Ears (Make 2):
Start with Dark Pink Yarn:
- Make a magic circle.
- In the circle: Slip Stitch, 1 Single Crochet, 1 Half Double Crochet, chain 2, slip stitch in the 2nd chain from hook, 1 Half Double Crochet, 1 Single Crochet, and a final Slip Stitch.
- Close magic circle and leave a tail for sewing.
Attaching Ears:
Attach each ear spanning between Rounds 1-3, ensuring the right side faces forward.
Arms and Legs (Make 4):
Start with Light Pink Yarn:
- Make a magic circle.
- 3 sc in the circle, close, and leave a tail for sewing.
Final Assembly:
Attach Arms and Legs:
- Arms between Rounds 8 and 9.
- Legs between Rounds 10 and 11.
Nose and Eyebrows:
- With dark pink yarn, sew a rectangular nose between the eyes.
- Use black embroidery yarn for the eyebrows above the eyes.
