Crabby and Togepi

Crabby and Togepi Crochet Amigurumi Patterns

What is Being Made

This downloadable PDF contains instructions for creating two small crocheted amigurumi dolls: Crabby and Togepi. Crabby measures 7 cm (2.8 inches) tall, while Togepi is smaller at 5 cm (1.9 inches) tall. These are stuffed toy figures created using the amigurumi technique, a Japanese method of crocheting small, three-dimensional stuffed animals and characters. The finished size depends on the yarn weight and hook size selected, making these patterns adaptable to different yarn gauges.

Crochet Techniques Used

Both designs are crocheted in spiral rounds, a fundamental amigurumi construction method that creates seamless, continuous circles without joining. This technique requires consistent use of a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each new round, ensuring even tension and proper stitch placement throughout the project. The spiral round method is ideal for creating the rounded, dimensional shapes characteristic of amigurumi toys.

Crochet Stitches and Abbreviations

The patterns utilize several essential crochet stitches to build structure and texture:

• Single Crochet (Sc) – The primary stitch used for creating dense, tight fabric in amigurumi
• Half Double Crochet (Hdc) – Used for slightly less dense areas
• Double Crochet (Dc) – Employed for specific shaping elements
• Chain Stitch (CH) – Used for foundational chains and connecting elements
• Slip Stitch (SS) – Used for joining rounds when needed
• Magic Ring (MR) – A technique for starting amigurumi projects with a closed center
• Increases (Inc) – Used to expand rounds and create wider sections
• Decreases (Dec) – Including invisible decreases (Invdec) for seamless shaping and tapering
• Back Loop Only / Front Loop Only (BLO/FLO) – Techniques for creating texture and definition in specific areas

Materials and Tools Required

The patterns call for DK and worsted weight yarn in four colors: red, brown, yellow, and white. The example project uses Aislon Rag Doll Yarn (40g skeins) from Taiwan, which is 100% acrylic fiber. Additional materials include cotton fiberfill for stuffing, craft wire cut into six pieces measuring 8 or 9 cm long for internal structure and posability, 4mm half-bean eyes for facial features, and embroidery thread for detail work. A 2.0mm Clover Amour crochet hook is specified for the pictured examples, though hook size can be adjusted based on desired finished dimensions and yarn weight chosen.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty. Crafters should have foundational crochet knowledge including comfort with basic stitches, spiral rounds, and shaping techniques before attempting these designs. The intermediate level reflects the need for consistent tension, accurate stitch counting, and familiarity with amigurumi construction methods.