Are you a crochet enthusiast looking for your next adorable project? Look no further! We’re excited to share our Velvet Raccoon Amigurumi Free Pattern with you. This pattern is designed to help you create an irresistibly cute amigurumi raccoon toy that’s perfect for cuddling or gifting to a loved one.
Whether you’re a seasoned amigurumi pro or just starting out with crochet, our easy-to-follow instructions will guide you through the process. With its velvety soft texture and endearing design, this raccoon amigurumi is sure to become a cherished addition to your collection.
Get your crochet hooks ready and dive into this delightful project. Let’s embark on a creative journey together as we bring this charming Velvet Raccoon to life. Scroll down to access the amigurumi free pattern and start crocheting your new furry friend today!
Completed Toy Height: 21 cm
Materials Needed:
YarnArt DOLCE or similar (100g/120m per skein, colors: beige 771, dark beige 754, and milk 745, you’ll need less than one skein)
For the nose and muzzle: Softy Alize in black and white
Thread for tightening and sewing the parts
Yarn needle
Stuffing
Crochet hook size 4
12mm safety eyes
Abbreviations:
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
sl st: slip stitch
dec: decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
hdc: half-double crochet
st(s): stitch(es)
PATTERN
Hands (Make 2, don’t stuff):
With dark beige yarn, make 2 ch.
Round 1: In the 2nd ch from the hook, work 6 sc.
Round 2: (1 sc, inc) repeat 3 times (9)
Rounds 3-4: 9 sc (switch to beige)
Round 5: 9 sc
Round 6: (1 sc, dec) repeat 3 times (6)
Rounds 7-11: 6 sc
Fold and close with 3 sl st.
Legs (Make 2, stuff only the bottom part):
With dark beige yarn, make 2 ch.
Round 1: In the 2nd ch from the hook, work 6 sc.
Round 2: 6 inc (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat 6 times (18)
Rounds 4-5: 18 sc
Round 6: (1 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (12)
Rounds 7-8: 12 sc (switch to beige)
Rounds 9-15: 12 sc
Fold and close with 6 sl st.
Tail (Lightly stuff until the 13th round):
With beige yarn, make 2 ch.
Round 1: In the 2nd ch from the hook, work 5 sc.
Round 2: 5 inc (10)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat 5 times (15) (switch to dark beige)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) repeat 5 times (20)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) repeat 5 times (25) (switch to beige)
Rounds 6-8: 25 sc (switch to dark beige)
Round 9: 25 sc
Round 10: (3 sc, dec) repeat 5 times (20) (switch to beige)
Rounds 11-12: 20 sc
Round 13: (2 sc, dec) repeat 5 times (15) (switch to dark beige)
Rounds 14-15: 15 sc (switch to beige)
Round 16: 15 sc
Round 17: (1 sc, dec) repeat 5 times (10)
Rounds 18-19: 10 sc
Fold and close with 5 sl st.
Body (Stuff the part as you go):
With beige yarn, make 2 ch.
Round 1: In the 2nd ch from the hook, work 6 sc.
Round 2: 6 inc (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat 6 times (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) repeat 6 times (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) repeat 6 times (30)
Round 6: (4 sc, inc) repeat 6 times (36)
Rounds 7-10: 36 sc
Marker for the start = middle of the back
In Round 11, attach the legs in the last 3 sts of Round 11 and the first 2 sts of Round 12. Insert the tail between Rounds 12 and 13, facing outward.
Round 11: 5 sc + attach the first leg with 6 sc + 14 sc + attach the second leg with 6 sc + 2 sc + 3 sc with the tail (36)
Round 12: 2 sc with the tail + 34 sc (36)
Round 13: (4 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (30)
Round 14: 30 sc
Round 15: (3 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (24)
Round 16: 24 sc
Round 17: (2 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (18) + shift the beginning of the round
The start of this round should be directly above the start of Round 11.
In Round 18, attach the arms:
Round 18: 3 sc + attach the first arm with 3 sc + 6 sc + attach the second arm with 3 sc + 3 sc (18) + sl st
Connect the legs on the inside with a thin strong thread.
Ears (Make 2):
Work in turned rows.
With dark beige yarn, make 2 ch.
Row 1: In the 2nd ch from the hook, work 3 sc (turn your work).
At the end of each row, make 1 ch.
Row 2: 3 inc (6)
Row 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat 3 times (9) (switch to milk color)
Row 4: (2 sc, inc) repeat 3 times (12)
Fold the piece in half and connect the 4th row with the 3rd row on both ears, mirroring each other.
The front side of the 4th row should face outward. Pull the yarn tails according to the photo.
Head:
Install the safety eyes between the 5th and 6th rounds below the muzzle.
Embroider the nose between the 1st and 2nd rounds (6-7 stitches).
With milk color yarn, make 2 ch.
Round 1: In the 2nd ch from the hook, work 5 sc.
Round 2: 5 inc (10)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat 5 times (15)
Round 4: 15 sc
Round 5: (2 sc, 3 inc, 10 sc) (18)
Switch to dark beige color.
Round 6: (1 sc, hdc in sc, hdc in sl st, hdc in sc) (18)
Switch to beige color and work 3 hdc in sc.
Switch to dark beige color and work the following: hdc in sc, hdc in sl st, hdc in sc, 1 sc.
Switch to milk color and work 7 sc (27).
Switch to dark beige color.
Round 7: (5 sc, inc) repeat 5 times, then switch to milk color and work 7 sc (42).
Switch to beige color.
Round 8: (5 sc, inc) repeat 5 times, then switch to milk color and work 7 sc (42).
Switch to beige color.
Round 9: 42 sc
Work 9 rounds, and at this stage, insert the safety eyes and crochet white stripes on the muzzle, starting 4 sc away from the milk color.
Rounds 10-14: 42 sc
Round 15: (5 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (36)
Round 16: (4 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (30)
Round 17: (3 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (24)
Start stuffing the head and continue to stuff as you go.
Round 18: (2 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (18)
Round 19: (1 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (12)
Round 20: 6 dec
Close the opening, hide the yarn tail inside the head.
Attach the ears on the 11th and 12th rows, about 8 stitches apart.
Hide the yarn tails inside the head.
Embroider the nose between the 1st and 2nd rows with 6-7 stitches.
Ear Tightening:
Insert the needle from the bottom of the head between the 10th and 11th rows, skipping 1 stitch from the center.
Pull it out between the 11th and 12th rows from the outside of the ear.
Insert it between the 12th and 13th rows from the inside of the ear (the thread passes behind the ear).
Pull it out from the bottom of the head between the 10th and 11th rows, skipping 1 stitch towards the other side.
Insert the needle from the bottom of the head between the 10th and 11th rows again, skipping 1 stitch from the center.
Pull it out between the 11th and 12th rows from the outside of the ear.
Insert it between the 10th and 11th rows from the inside of the ear (the thread passes in front of the ear).
Pull it out from the bottom of the head between the 10th and 11th rows, skipping 1 stitch towards the other side.
Tighten to the desired depth, tie a knot, and hide the thread inside the head.
Tighten the second ear in the same way.
Head Assembly:
Sew the head to the body, filling the neck area as you go.
