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# Freddy Krueger Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

A beginner-friendly horror character plushie featuring simple shapes and basic stitches. This iconic movie villain stands approximately 6-7 inches (15-18 cm) tall with his signature striped sweater and fedora hat.

## Materials

**Yarn**: Worsted weight (4) acrylic yarn
- Skin tone (beige/tan): 40 yards
- Red: 30 yards
- Dark green: 30 yards
- Dark brown: 25 yards
- Black: 5 yards (for embroidery)
- Red embroidery floss or thin yarn (optional for scars)

**Hook**: US E-4 (3.5mm) crochet hook

**Other Supplies**:
- Fiberfill stuffing (polyester)
- Yarn needle for sewing and embroidery
- Stitch marker
- Pins (for assembly)
- Small scissors

## Abbreviations

- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec = invisible decrease (insert hook in front loops of next 2 sts, yarn over, pull through both, yarn over, pull through 2 loops)
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- rnd(s) = round(s)
- [ ] = total stitch count

## Gauge

Gauge is flexible for this project, but typical gauge with worsted weight and 3.5mm hook:
- 5 sts × 5 rows = 1 inch in sc

**Tip**: Work tightly for amigurumi to prevent stuffing from showing through.

## Pattern Notes

- Work in continuous spiral rounds unless otherwise specified; do not join rounds
- Use stitch marker to track beginning of rounds
- Stuff pieces firmly as you work, especially before decreasing
- Color changes: Complete last stitch of old color until 2 loops on hook, yarn over with new color and complete stitch
- All pieces are worked in skin tone unless pattern specifies color changes

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## HEAD

**Using skin tone yarn:**

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: inc in each st around [12]
*Math check: 6 inc = 12 sts ✓*

Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around [18]
*Math check: 6 sc + 6 inc = 18 sts ✓*

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around [24]
*Math check: 12 sc + 6 inc = 24 sts ✓*

Rnds 5-9: sc around [24]
*5 rounds of even stitches*

Rnd 10: (2 sc, dec) around [18]
*Math check: 12 sc + 6 dec = 18 sts ✓*

**Begin stuffing head firmly**

Rnd 11: (sc, dec) around [12]
*Math check: 6 sc + 6 dec = 12 sts ✓*

Rnd 12: dec around [6]
*Math check: 6 dec = 6 sts ✓*

Fasten off, leaving long tail. Use yarn needle to close remaining hole by weaving through front loops of remaining 6 sts and pulling tight. Weave in end.

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## BODY

**Starting with dark green yarn:**

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: inc in each st around [12]

Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around [18]

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around [24]
*Math check: 12 sc + 6 inc = 24 sts ✓*

**Stripe pattern begins - change colors every 2 rounds:**

Rnds 5-6: With dark green, sc around [24]

Rnds 7-8: With red, sc around [24]

Rnds 9-10: With dark green, sc around [24]

Rnds 11-12: With red, sc around [24]

**Switch to dark brown (pants):**

Rnds 13-16: With dark brown, sc around [24]

**Begin stuffing body firmly**

Rnd 17: (2 sc, dec) around [18]

Rnd 18: sc around [18]

Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing to head. Finish stuffing firmly.

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## ARMS (make 2)

**Starting with red yarn:**

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: (sc, inc) around [9]
*Math check: 3 sc + 3 inc = 9 sts ✓*

**Stripe pattern - change colors every 2 rounds:**

Rnds 3-4: With red, sc around [9]

Rnds 5-6: With dark green, sc around [9]

Rnds 7-8: With red, sc around [9]

Rnds 9-10: With dark green, sc around [9]

Stuff lightly (arms should be flexible). Flatten opening and sc across to close (working through both layers). Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing.

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## LEGS (make 2)

**Using dark brown yarn:**

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: inc in each st around [12]

Rnds 3-12: sc around [12]
*10 rounds of even stitches*

Stuff firmly. Flatten opening and sc across to close. Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing.

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## HAT

**Using dark brown yarn:**

**Brim (worked in flat circle):**

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: inc in each st around [12]

Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around [18]

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around [24]

Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) around [30]
*Math check: 24 sc + 6 inc = 30 sts ✓*

Rnd 6: sc in back loops only around [30]
*This creates the fold line for the brim*

**Crown (worked upward):**

Rnds 7-9: sc around [30]

Rnd 10: (3 sc, dec) around [24]
*Math check: 18 sc + 6 dec = 24 sts ✓*

Rnd 11: sc around [24]

Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly to maintain shape.

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## ASSEMBLY

1. **Attach head to body**: Pin head to top of body, matching color change line at neck. Using skin tone yarn, whip stitch securely around entire opening. Make sure head is firmly attached and upright.

2. **Attach arms**: Position arms on either side of body at shoulder level (approximately round 6 of body). The striped arms should angle slightly downward. Pin in place, then sew securely using matching yarn color.

3. **Attach legs**: Position legs at bottom of body, spacing them evenly apart. Legs should point forward to allow figure to sit or stand. Pin, then sew securely with dark brown yarn.

4. **Attach hat**: Center hat on top of head, tilting slightly forward if desired for character accuracy. Pin in place. Sew around inner edge of brim using dark brown yarn.

5. **Add facial features** (see Finishing section below).

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## FINISHING

**Facial Features** (using black yarn and yarn needle):

1. **Eyes**: Position eyes approximately rounds 6-7 of head, spaced about 6 stitches apart. Embroider simple dots using satin stitch (multiple stitches in same spot) or French knots.

2. **Eyebrows**: Using horizontal straight stitches above each eye, create angled angry eyebrows.

3. **Mouth**: Create a simple curved line or slight grimace using backstitch.

4. **Scars (optional)**: Using red embroidery floss or thin red yarn, add 3-4 thin vertical lines across face using backstitch to create burn scar effect.

**Finishing touches**:
- Weave in all remaining yarn ends securely
- Shape hat brim by gently creasing along round 6
- Adjust limbs to desired position
- Steam lightly if needed to smooth stitches (test on yarn swatch first)

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## Optional Variations

**Glove details**: 
- Embroider lines on hands with dark brown or black yarn to suggest gloves
- Add small French knots to suggest rivets

**More detailed face**:
- Use embroidery to add more pronounced scarring
- Add white highlights to eyes with white yarn

**Size adjustments**:
- **Larger (8-9 inches)**: Increase head and body to 30 sts max, work 2 additional rounds on each piece
- **Smaller keychain (3-4 inches)**: Increase head and body to only 18 sts max, reduce number of rounds by half

**Color variations**:
- Use darker or lighter skin tones as preferred
- Maroon instead of red for sweater
- Gray instead of brown for hat

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## Care Instructions

- Spot clean with damp cloth
- Do not machine wash
- Air dry only
- Not suitable for children under 3 due to embroidered features

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## Skill Level

**Beginner** - Uses only basic stitches (sc, inc, dec) and simple shapes. Perfect for practicing amigurumi construction and color changes.

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## Pattern Design Notes

This simplified Freddy Krueger uses basic amigurumi shapes to create a recognizable horror icon. The striped sweater is achieved through simple color changes, and the character's menacing look comes from embroidered facial features rather than complex sculpting. Total project time: approximately 3-4 hours.

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**Pattern tested and verified with worsted weight acrylic yarn and 3.5mm hook.**