Tonberry Toy (Amigurumi Crochet)

Small amigurumi Tonberry inspired toy. Worked mostly in continuous rounds with single crochet. Finished size roughly 5–7" (12–18 cm) tall depending on yarn/hook. Toy has a green robe, a beige face, tiny arms/legs, a hood, a lantern and a miniature knife. This pattern is written in US crochet terms.

Finished size

About 5" (12 cm) tall with DK yarn / 4.0 mm hook. With slightly bulkier yarn or larger hook can reach ~7" (18 cm).

Materials

• Yarn (DK / Light Worsted suggested):
• Main robe/hood: approx 50 g (1.76 oz) / ~120 yd (110 m) of green.
• Face/hand/feet: approx 25 g (0.88 oz) / ~60 yd (55 m) of beige/skin tone.
• Lantern body: small amount (~10 g / 25 yd / 23 m) of grey or brown.
• Lantern flame: tiny scrap of yellow or orange.
• Accent (knife handle): tiny scrap of brown or black; blade: small scrap of silver/grey or use craft felt/metallic thread).
• Hook: Use a hook to create a tight fabric (see sizes below).
• Stuffing: polyester fiberfill.
• Safety eyes: 6 mm black (or embroider). Alternatively use 4 mm with yellow felt behind to give glowing-eye effect.
• Stitch marker, yarn needle, small amount of brown/green embroidery floss to embroider mouth, optional felt for knife blade.
• Optional: small keyring or pipe cleaner for lantern handle if you want it rigid.

Hook / Needle sizes (included as requested)

For this amigurumi I recommend a hook that makes a tight dense fabric so stuffing won't show through.

• Recommended: US G-6 / US E-4 range: US E-4 (3.5 mm) or US G-6 (4.0 mm) depending on your tension.
• UK (old) approximate: UK 9 (for 3.5 mm) or UK 8 (for 4.0 mm).
• Metric: 3.5 mm or 4.0 mm.

If you prefer knitting the toy (advanced): use double-pointed needles or small circulars in a size to match the yarn and gauge (approx 3.25–4.5 mm / US 3–7 depending on yarn).

Gauge

Not critical for amigurumi but aim for about 18 sc x 20 rows = 4" (10 cm) using DK yarn and a 4.0 mm hook. Use a smaller hook if your fabric is too loose.

Abbreviations (US terms)

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• dec = invisible decrease (sc2tog)
• sl st = slip stitch
• MR = magic ring (magic circle)
• FO = fasten off
• RS = right side
• WS = wrong side

Notes

• Work in continuous (spiral) rounds unless instructed to join; use a stitch marker to mark beginning of round.
• Change colors with last pull-through of previous st for neat color transitions.
• Stuff firmly but not overstuffed to maintain shape.

Pattern

Head & Body (worked as one)

Using beige for face then change to green for robe where indicated.

1. Head (beige): MR, 6 sc into MR (6)
2. R2: inc in each st around (12)
3. R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5. R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6. R6–R8: sc around (30) — place safety eyes between R6 and R7 about 6 sts apart, embroider mouth later.
7. R9: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
8. Switch to green for robe/neck.
9. R10: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
10. R11: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
11. R12: sc around (12) — we will begin shaping body downward; stuff head firmly.
12. R13: inc around (24)
13. R14: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
14. R15–R20: sc around (30) — this is the upper robe tube.
15. R21: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
16. R22: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
17. R23: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
18. R24: dec around (6) — leave a long tail for closing and sewing if desired. Stuff body now, less than head so the robe sits naturally. Close opening with needle and yarn and weave in end.

Arms (make 2)

Worked flat in rounds, start with beige for hand, then change to green for sleeve.

1. MR, 6 sc into MR (6)
2. R2: inc around (12)
3. R3–R4: sc around (12) — change to green at end of R4.
4. R5–R11: sc around (12) — length of arm.
5. R12: dec around (6), FO leaving long tail. Lightly stuff. Sew to body at the shoulder area slightly forward so arms hang in front.

Legs/Feet (make 2)

1. Using beige for feet: MR, 6 sc into MR (6)
2. R2: inc around (12)
3. R3: sc around (12)
4. R4: switch to green, sc around (12)
5. R5–R9: sc around (12) — length to reach robe bottom.
6. FO leaving long tail. Stuff lightly and sew to underside of robe so Tonberry can stand sitting upright (or attach to a base).

Hood / Collar

Worked flat in rounds to form a hood that sits over the head. You will seam center back.

1. With green: MR, 6 sc into MR (6)
2. R2: inc around (12)
3. R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5. R5–R8: sc around (24) — place hood over head to check fit; adjust rounds if needed.
6. Fold hood in half back-to-back and seam the center back with whipstitch leaving face opening. You can add a small picot or edging around face with sc, ch 2, sl st to make a neat edge.

Lantern

Small cylinder with a flame that attaches to the hand (or to a wire handle).

1. With grey/brown: MR, 6 sc into MR (6)
2. R2: inc around (12)
3. R3–R5: sc around (12)
4. R6: dec around (6), FO leaving tail. Stuff lightly. Sew top closed or leave open and insert small felt flame.
5. Flame: with yellow, ch 3, sc in 2nd ch from hook, 2 sc in last ch, rotate and sc 3 around, FO and sew into lantern. Alternatively glue a small LED bead inside for effect.

Knife

Tiny flat knife: cut a small rectangle from felt for the blade and a small yarn-wrapped tube for handle; or crochet:

1. Handle: MR, 4 sc into MR, work 4 rounds (4), FO leaving tail and stuff slightly.
2. Blade: use grey felt or metallic thread: cut small tapered triangle approx 1/2" (1 cm). Sew to handle and secure into the Tonberry hand.

Assembly

1. Sew hood onto head so face sits centered; hide seam by catching a few stitches of the head under the hood edge.
2. Attach arms to sides of upper body; position so they rest in front holding the lantern/knife.
3. Sew legs to underside; ensure body is balanced — add a small flat base (felt circle) inside the bottom sewn into place if you want extra stability.
4. Attach lantern to one hand: either stitch a short length of yarn to form arm to lantern, or use a short wire/pipe-cleaner as handle sewn to lantern then to hand.
5. Embroider mouth with brown floss: a tiny horizontal dash or small U shape under the eyes. Many Tonberries have simple neutral mouths.
6. Add small yellow felt circles behind the safety eyes if you want the glowing-eye look, or embroider tiny yellow rings behind black eyes.

Finishing

• Weave in all yarn ends neatly.
• Trim any excess stuffing if it bulges.
• Optional: spray with a light fabric-safe stiffener for a crisper hood edge.

Variations & Tips

• Scale up or down by changing yarn weight and hook size; adjust arm and leg rounds to keep proportions.
• Use felt for a sturdier knife, and a small LED tea light if you want a lit lantern (secure battery pack inside body or lantern with care).
• If you prefer embroidered eyes, use black/yellow floss to create the classic Tonberry stare.

Care

Spot clean when possible. Hand wash gently and reshape; air dry. Remove safety eyes and batteries/electronics before cleaning.

Notes on Copyright & Use

This is a fan-made, non-commercial crafting pattern inspired by small green-hooded characters. Not for commercial sale if using trademarked names or images — please check local copyright/trademark rules if you plan to sell finished toys.

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