Peter Griffin (Family Guy) Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Make a stylized amigurumi Peter Griffin using worsted-weight yarn. This is a detailed, step-by-step pattern for a roughly 10" (25 cm) finished doll. Read the full instructions before you begin. Designed for intermediate crocheters comfortable with amigurumi techniques, color changes, and simple embroidery.

Materials

• Yarn (Worsted/Aran / US 4 / Medium): approx. yardage by color (Imperial / Metric):
  • Skin (light flesh): 55 yds / 50 m
  • White (shirt): 45 yds / 41 m
  • Green (pants): 35 yds / 32 m
  • Brown (shoes): 20 yds / 18 m
  • Black (buttons, outlines, eyebrows): 15 yds / 14 m
  • Dark gray (hair): 10 yds / 9 m
  • Pink/peach (mouth/tongue): 5 yds / 4.5 m
• Crochet hook: US E/4 (3.5 mm) / UK 8 (Metric 3.5 mm). Alternative for a slightly looser fabric: US G/6 (4.0 mm) / UK 7 (Metric 4.0 mm).
• Darning/tapestry needle for sewing and embroidery (large-eye tapestry needle).
• Polyester stuffing.
• Safety eyes 8 mm (or embroidered eyes if you prefer).
• Stitch marker.
• Scissors, pins.

Gauge & Finished Size

Gauge is not critical for amigurumi, but using the recommended hook and holding yarn simply should yield a firm fabric. Finished height: approximately 10" / 25 cm from top of head to bottom of feet when stuffed and assembled.

Abbreviations

• MR = magic ring
• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet (US) / double crochet (UK old)
• inc = single crochet increase (2 sc in next st)
• dec = single crochet decrease (invisible decrease recommended)
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• sl st = slip stitch
• blo = back loop only
• flo = front loop only
• [ ] repeat instructions inside brackets as directed
• * ... * repeat between asterisks

Notes

• All rounds are worked in continuous spiral unless otherwise noted; use a stitch marker to mark round beginnings.
• Stuff firmly but do not overstuff; shaping is easier if you stuff gradually.
• Color changes: carry yarn inside when possible or fasten off and weave ends for clean color transitions (shirt collar and pants area).
• Where I give numbers like (30), that is stitch count for the round after completing the instructions.

Pattern — Head

Color: Skin

1. Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc into ring (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12)
3. Rnd 3: *sc, inc* x6 (18)
4. Rnd 4: *2 sc, inc* x6 (24)
5. Rnd 5: *3 sc, inc* x6 (30)
6. Rnd 6: *4 sc, inc* x6 (36)
7. Rnd 7-13: sc around (36) — 7 rounds to build height
8. Rnd 14: *4 sc, dec* x6 (30)
9. Rnd 15: *3 sc, dec* x6 (24)
10. Insert 8 mm safety eyes between Rnds 10-11 approx 8 sts apart; place stitch marker for center front alignment if desired.
11. Rnd 16: *2 sc, dec* x6 (18)
12. Stuff head firmly.
13. Rnd 17: *sc, dec* x6 (12)
14. Rnd 18: dec x6 (6) — finish closing with tapestry needle and hidden finish. Fasten off and weave in end leaving long tail for attaching to body if you prefer sewing after body is made.

Snout / Double chin shaping (optional)

To get Peter’s rounded chin, crochet a small ovoid and sew to lower front:

1. Make 2 with skin yarn:
   MR, 6 sc (6)
   Rnd2: *sc, inc* x3 (9)
   Rnd3: sc around (9)
   Rnd4: *sc, dec* x3 (6). Stuff lightly and sew to lower front of head. Embroider mouth on or add a small cut-out tongue inside mouth area using pink yarn.

Hair / Sideburns

1. Use dark gray. Sideburns: Chain 10, sl st back along chain to create a flat strip; make two. Sew at sides of head aligned with eyes. For top hair: embroider small rows of short stitches along hairline to suggest receding hairline. Add one small cluster on top center for Peter’s crown tuft if desired.

Body / Torso

Start with white for shirt; you will change to green for pants at the waist round.

1. Rnd1: MR, 6 sc (6)
2. Rnd2: inc around (12)
3. Rnd3: *sc, inc* x6 (18)
4. Rnd4: *2 sc, inc* x6 (24)
5. Rnd5: *3 sc, inc* x6 (30)
6. Rnd6-11: sc around (30) — build torso height about 6 rounds in white
7. Rnd12 (change to skin briefly for neck): sc around 30 for neck shaping 1-2 rounds if you prefer a visible neck. Then continue in white for shirt.
8. Rnd13-15: sc around (30) — shaping chest
9. Rnd16: change to green (pants) at back loop only for a neat edge; sc around (30)
10. Rnd17-20: sc around (30) — pants height 4 rounds
11. Rnd21: *3 sc, dec* x6 (24)
12. Rnd22: *2 sc, dec* x6 (18)
13. Stuff body firmly; do not overstuff near the join with head so you can sew head smoothly.
14. Rnd23: *sc, dec* x6 (12)
15. Rnd24: dec x6 (6). Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing to head or to close bottom when legs are attached.

Arms (make 2)

Start with skin for hands, then switch to white shirt color.

1. Hand:
   MR, 6 sc (6)
   Rnd2: *sc, inc* x3 (9)
   Rnd3-6: sc around (9) — lengthen hand as needed
   Change to white for sleeve
2. Sleeve:
   Rnd7-16: sc around (9) — make sleeve length about 10 rounds in total depending on desired arm length
3. Tip: Flatten opening and sew a little to shape wrist. Lightly stuff hands only at the palm to keep arms flexible. Leave long tail for sewing to torso.

Legs (make 2)

Start from top (pants color) then change to brown for shoes at feet.

1. Rnd1: MR, 6 sc (6)
2. Rnd2: inc around (12)
3. Rnd3-6: sc around (12) — build upper thigh
4. Change to brown (shoes) at round 7
   Rnd7-10: sc around (12) — shape ankle/foot
5. Rnd11: *2 sc, dec* x3 (9)
6. Rnd12: sc around (9). Stuff the leg firmly starting from toe/foot outward. Flatten toe and sew a few stitches across toe to shape. Leave tail for sewing legs to bottom of torso; sew legs side-by-side or slightly apart to match reference photo. Attach legs firmly and invisibly stitch torso closed around join if needed.

Collar & Shirt Details

1. Use white for the shirt collar: With the head attached or prior, pick up stitches across top of torso where neck meets chest and work 1-2 rounds in FLO to create an edge, then switch to white and work 1 round of sc in BLO to create a folded collar look. Add two small black embroidered buttons on the shirt center front.

Glasses / Eyes / Eyebrows

• Eyes: Use 8 mm safety eyes placed between Rnds 10-11 of head. If embroidering eyes: use white oval felt or white yarn to form eyes and embroider pupils with black yarn.
• Glasses (optional): Use black craft wire or surface crochet with black yarn: chain 6 for each lens rim, join to a short bridge and position around eyes; sew carefully to stabilize. Alternatively, embroider a thin outline around eyes for the classic rounded glasses look.
• Eyebrows: embroider with black yarn in 3-4 short straight stitches above eyes to get Peter’s small eyebrow shapes.

Mouth & Chin Details

• Mouth: With black or dark brown yarn, embroider a simple curved smile below the nose area. Add a small tongue using pink yarn inside the mouth by sewing a tiny oval felt or a few sc stitches in pink and attaching inside the mouth opening.
• Double chin: sew the snout/chin piece (made earlier) centered below mouth to create the characteristic chin bulge.

Shoes

Shape toes using brown yarn: you can add a short sole by slip-stitching around the base of each foot in brown and then single-crocheting a couple of rounds to bulk up the shoe. Add a darker brown rim for a polished shoe look.

Assembly

1. Sew head to body: Position head over the neck opening; sew around with matching yarn tail on head or body using whipstitch or mattress stitch for a neat join. Stuff lightly while attaching to avoid gaps.
2. Sew arms to sides of torso aligning top of arm with the shoulder line. Use pins to test placement and sew through multiple rounds to secure.
3. Sew legs to bottom of torso; make sure doll can sit or stand as desired by adjusting angle. Reinforce with extra stitches through the body interior if needed.
4. Sew on collar and buttons. Add final embroidered lines for mouth creases, button lines, or pant pockets if desired.

Finishing

• Weave in all ends securely. Trim excess yarn. If using safety eyes, add washers firmly.
• Block lightly if desired to shape clothing edges; do not use heat on polyester-filled toys.
• Surface details: Use embroidery to define Peter’s chin cleft, nose line, and any shirt creasing. Keep stitches small for a tidy look.

Sizing Adjustments

• To change finished size: use a smaller hook (US D/3 3.25 mm) for a smaller, denser doll, or a larger hook (US I/9 5.5 mm) for a larger, softer doll. Adjust yardage proportionally.

Safety & Licensing Notes

• This pattern is a fan-made crafting project for personal use and gifting. If selling finished items, do not imply official affiliation with the original show “Family Guy” or its creators. For any commercial use, ensure you comply with applicable trademark and copyright law.
• Small parts such as safety eyes and buttons are a choking hazard for young children. Consider embroidering features if the toy is intended for a small child.

Troubleshooting Tips

• Gaps in rounds: use a smaller hook or tighten your tension; weave ends under inside rounds to close small holes.
• Head wobble: add more stuffing at the top of the torso and sew head with multiple passes through the torso top to anchor securely.
• Uneven shaping: place stitch markers for front/back/side and count frequently so increases/decreases align evenly.

Contact & Credits

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