Koala Sidney Toy in Hoooked RibbonXL - Downloadable PDF

Hoooked Sidney the Koala Crochet Toy Pattern – Downloadable PDF

This downloadable PDF pattern from Hoooked guides you through crocheting Sidney the Koala, an adorable amigurumi-style stuffed toy designed to be worked up quickly using super chunky RibbonXL yarn. Sidney is a characterful koala bear figure, making this an ideal project for crafters who want to create a striking, gift-worthy handmade toy with a modern, stylish finish. The pattern is rated intermediate in difficulty, meaning it is well suited to crocheters who are comfortable with basic stitches and are ready to tackle three-dimensional shaping and assembly.

About the Design

Sidney the Koala is a single, cohesive toy design featuring the distinctive rounded ears, soft body, and expressive face associated with koala bears. The finished toy is worked in multiple pieces that are then joined together, giving the maker full control over shaping and proportion. The use of contrasting yarn colours adds realistic detail to the finished piece, with the colour breakdown reflecting the natural grey tones of a real koala.

Materials Required

• RibbonXL yarn by Hoooked – a super chunky, 100% recycled cotton ribbon yarn produced in Europe
• 3 balls of dark grey RibbonXL – used for the main body sections
• 1 ball of light grey RibbonXL – used for contrast detail areas
• A small amount of black RibbonXL or Zpagetti – used for facial features and fine detailing
• 1 crochet hook – included in the kit version of this pattern

RibbonXL is a signature Hoooked yarn made from 100% recycled cotton. It is lightweight yet extremely durable, has a smooth, non-scratchy texture, and is machine washable, making it an excellent choice for toys that may be handled frequently. The ribbon construction gives the yarn a flat, tape-like quality that works up quickly on a large hook and produces a firm, structured fabric — ideal for toy making where you want the finished item to hold its shape. RibbonXL is manufactured in Europe and carries strong sustainability credentials thanks to its recycled fibre content.

Stitches and Techniques Used

The pattern uses a focused set of crochet stitches and construction methods. Understanding these before you begin is recommended, as the pattern instructs you to read all instructions fully before starting.

• Chain stitch (losse) – the foundational stitch used to begin rows and create the starting chain
• Slip stitch / foundation loop (vaste opzetlus / keerlosse) – used for joining rounds and creating a neat, closed starting point for working in the round
• Half double crochet (halve vaste stokjes / hst) – a mid-height stitch that creates a dense, flexible fabric
• Single crochet (vaste / v) – the core stitch used throughout the toy for firm, tight fabric that prevents stuffing from showing through
• Half treble crochet (halve stokjes) – adds height and shaping where needed
• Double crochet (stokjes / st) – used for taller sections and shaping elements

Working in the round is central to this pattern, as is the technique of increasing and decreasing within rounds to create the three-dimensional shapes needed for a toy — such as the rounded head, body, and ears of Sidney. Separate components are crocheted individually and then sewn or joined together during finishing, a standard approach in amigurumi and toy construction that allows for precise placement of features.

Pattern Format and Additional Resources

This pattern is available as a downloadable PDF, giving you instant access to the instructions. Hoooked also provides supplementary video tutorials accessible via a QR code included in the pattern, linking to their official YouTube channel. These instructional videos are a valuable resource for intermediate crocheters who want visual guidance on specific techniques used in the pattern. The pattern is presented with both Dutch terminology and standard crochet abbreviations, making it accessible to a wide range of crafters.

Who Is This Pattern For?

Sidney the Koala is a wonderful project for intermediate crocheters looking to expand