Moogle Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Make a soft, squishy Moogle toy (amigurumi) with a cute pompom antenna and tiny wings. This pattern is written in US crochet terms with UK old equivalents where helpful. It’s suitable for confident beginners who know magic ring, single crochet (sc), increases (inc) and decreases (dec). Finished toy measures about 5–6 in (12–15 cm) tall depending on yarn/hook choice.

Materials

• Worsted/Aran weight yarn (US #4 / UK Aran):
• Main color (White): 50 g / 1.76 oz — approx 110 yd / 100 m
• Accent color (Pink cheeks): 5 g / 0.18 oz — approx 10–20 yd / 9–18 m
• Pompom color (Red): 5 g / 0.18 oz — approx 10–20 yd / 9–18 m
• Wing color (Cream or White): small scrap
• Hook/Needle: Use a smaller hook than recommended for the yarn to get firm stuffing-proof fabric
• Recommended crochet hook: US E/4 (3.5 mm) — UK (old) 9 — Metric 3.5 mm
• Alternate for slightly larger toy: US G/6 (4.0 mm) — UK (old) 8 — Metric 4.0 mm
• Safety eyes: 8 mm (approx 5/16 in) or 10 mm (approx 3/8 in) depending on look (use safety eyes or embroider eyes for child-safe toy)
• Polyfill stuffing
• Yarn needle/tapestry needle for sewing (blunt tip) and for finishing ends
• Stitch marker (or scrap yarn) to mark round start
• Optional: small length of craft wire or pipe cleaner for antenna support (wrap with yarn) or make crocheted i-cord

Gauge

Not critical for amigurumi, but sample gauge with 3.5 mm hook: 16 sc = 4 in (10 cm) across in single crochet. Adjust hook to get firm fabric so stuffing doesn’t show.

Finished Size

Approximately 5–6 in (12–15 cm) tall from base to top of head, not including pompom. Size will vary with yarn/hook.

Abbreviations (US — UK old)

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet — (UK: dc)
• inc = increase (2 sc in same st)
• dec = single crochet decrease (invisible or sc2tog)
• sl st = slip stitch
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• rnd = round
• RS = right side, WS = wrong side

Notes

• Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round and move it up as you work.
• Stuff firmly as you go so the shape is even and no gaps show.

Pattern

Head & Body (worked from top of head down to base as one piece)

Make with main color (white).

1. Rnd 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into ring (6)
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around (12)
3. Rnd 3: (Sc 1, inc) around (18)
4. Rnd 4: (Sc 2, inc) around (24)
5. Rnd 5: (Sc 3, inc) around (30)
6. Rnd 6: (Sc 4, inc) around (36)
7. Rnd 7: (Sc 5, inc) around (42)
8. Rnd 8: (Sc 6, inc) around (48)
9. Rnd 9-14: Sc around (48) 6 rounds. At end of Rnd 11 place safety eyes between Rnds 10 and 11 spaced about 7–8 sts apart (adjust to preference). Embroider a small nose between and slightly below the eyes if desired.
10. Rnd 15: (Sc 6, dec) around (42)
11. Rnd 16: (Sc 5, dec) around (36)
12. Rnd 17: (Sc 4, dec) around (30)
13. Rnd 18: (Sc 3, dec) around (24)
14. Rnd 19: (Sc 2, dec) around (18)
15. Begin stuffing firmly.
16. Rnd 20: (Sc 1, dec) around (12)
17. Rnd 21: Dec around to close (6). Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing. Close remaining gap using yarn needle and weave tail inside, secure and hide end.

Arms (make 2)

Worked in main color; small tube shape.

1. Rnd 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into ring (6)
2. Rnd 2-6: Sc around (6) for 5 rounds total (or until arm length ~1.25–1.5 in / 3–4 cm)
3. Stuff lightly just to give shape. Flatten opening and sc through both loops to close or use invisible decrease. Leave long tail for sewing.

Legs/Feet (make 2)

Use a contrasting color for feet if desired (light grey or brown). Work with main color then switch last 2 rounds to foot color.

1. Rnd 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into ring (6)
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st (12)
3. Rnd 3-6: Sc around (12) for 4 rounds
4. Switch to foot color: Rnd 7: Sc around (12)
5. Rnd 8: (Sc 2, dec) around (9)
6. Rnd 9-12: Sc around (9) until leg is approx 1.5 in / 4 cm long
7. Stuff lightly. Flatten top and sew to body base aligning feet slightly forward so toy can sit. Weave in ends.

Wings (make 2)

Small flat wings in cream or white.

1. Ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (5)
2. Turn, ch1, sc across, at end ch1 and rotate to work along side and sc down the side of the chain to form a small oval, then sl st to first st. Fasten off leaving tail for sewing. Block lightly if needed.
3. Sew wings to back of body about at upper back level and slightly out to sides.

Antenna & Pompom

1. Antenna core: Cut 3 strands of yarn 10 in / 25 cm long and braid or twist tightly; or crochet a short icord of 8–10 sts to form a stiff stem around 1–2 in / 2.5–5 cm long. Insert into the top center of the head before final closures and secure with a few stitches; stuff head around base so antenna sits snugly.
2. Pompom: Make a small pompom in red approx 1 in / 2.5 cm diameter. Attach pompom to end of antenna securely with glue and stitches, or use a small loop to tie and sew. If toy is for a child, sew pompom on very securely or use stitched yarn ball instead of a glued pompom.

Cheeks & Facial Details

• Use a small amount of pink yarn and either embroider two small circles on either side of the face between the eyes or attach tiny crochet rounds (magic ring, 6 sc, fasten off) and sew on. Keep cheeks small to fit scale.
• Mouth: Embroider a small ‘-’ under the nose with brown or dark pink.

Assembly

1. Sew arms to sides of body between Rnds 12–14 (adjust to proportion). Use ladder stitch or mattress stitch for neat join.
2. Sew legs to base so toy sits. Place slightly forward for balanced sitting.
3. Sew wings to upper back, space evenly either side of center seam.
4. Sew antenna into top center of head. Attach pompom securely.
5. Weave in all ends and trim excess. Give final shaping by squishing and adjusting stuffing distribution as needed.

Child-Safety Notes

• If this toy is for a baby or young child, do not use safety eyes or glued pompoms. Embroider eyes and make a stitched yarn pompom or crochet a small ball and stitch it on very securely.

Customization Ideas

• Make it larger with bulkier yarn and a larger hook (adjust stuffing accordingly).
• Create tiny clothing (scarf, tiny vest) or embroider the name on the back.
• Use glow-in-the-dark yarn for the pompom for playful nights.

Troubleshooting

• Gaps showing stuffing: Use a smaller hook or tighter tension; check your gauge and fill more firmly.
• Head too floppy: Add a small safety disc inside the top or use a short wire inside the antenna to give structure.

Abbreviation Conversion Quick-Guide

• US sc = UK dc (old term). The pattern is written in US terms. If you prefer UK terminology, replace sc with dc, etc.

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