Designer: Middle Art&Craft
Instagram: @audrey.middlecraft
I’ve got a sweet new pattern to share with you…
Bring a splash of ocean magic to your crochet projects with the Happy Whale Amigurumi Free Pattern, lovingly designed by Middle Art&Craft. This adorable little whale is created using super fine cotton yarn, a 2.00 mm crochet hook, and soft fiberfill stuffing, making it lightweight, cuddly, and perfect for gifting. With just a few essentials like black embroidery thread, fine pink cotton yarn, a needle, and scissors, you can easily crochet a cheerful whale that’s full of personality. Whether you’re a beginner looking for a simple project or an experienced crafter in search of a quick and fun make, this pattern is sure to bring a smile to your face.
A warm thank you goes to Middle Art&Craft for sharing this delightful pattern with the crochet community. At the end of the tutorial, you’ll also find some inspiring amigurumi whale ideas to customize your own Happy Whale — from playful color variations to creative accessories. No matter how you choose to finish it, this sweet amigurumi whale is bound to brighten up your handmade collection and make waves in your crochet journey.
Materials
• Super fine cotton yarn
• Black embroidery thread
• Fine pink cotton yarn
• Crochet hook 2,00 mm
• Scissors
• Needle
• Fiberfill for stuffing
• Stitch marker
Abbreviations
MR– magic ring
Ch– Chain
Slst– Slip stitch
Sc– single crochet
Dc– double crochet
Tr– Trouble crochet
Ttr– Triple trouble crochet
Inc– increase
Dec– decrease
BLO– Back loop only
AMIGURUMI WHALE FREE PATTERN
Head – Body
Rnd 1. MR + 6sc
Rnd 2. 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3. 1 inc, 1 sc (18)
Rnd 4. 2 inc, 2 sc (24)
Rnd 5. 3 inc, 3 sc (30)
Rnd 6. 4 inc, 4 sc (36)
Rnd 7. 5 inc, 5 sc (42)
Rnd 8. 6 inc, 6 sc (48)
From here on we work in BLO
Rnd 9-17. 48 sc (9 rounds)
Rnd 18. 8 sc + (dec + 8 sc repeat 3 times) + dec+ 6 sc (44)
Rnd 19-20. 44 sc (2 rounds)
Rnd 21. 7 sc + (dec+ 7 sc repeat 3 times) + dec + 6 sc (40)
Rnd 22. One more to 40 sc
Rnd 23. 5 sc + (dec + 5 sc repeat 4 times) + dec + 3 sc (35)
Rnd 24. 4 sc + (dec + 4 sc repeat 4 times) + dec + 3 sc (30)
Rnd 25. 4 sc + (dec + 3 sc repeat 4 times) + dec + 2 sc (25)
Rnd 26. One more to 25 sc
Start stuffing
Rnd 27. dec + (2 sc + dec- all around) (18)
Finish stuffing
Tail Fins (x 2)
• Close the hole, through both layers (9)
• 1 round to 9 sc
• 8 chains
• Sc in 2nd ch from hook
• Dc
• Tr
• Tr
• Ttr
• Ttr
• Close with slst in the 4th sc below
• Repeat for the second fin
• Slst
• Sc in all sc below
• Slst and fasten off
Side Fins (x 2)
Rnd 1. MR + 6 sc
Rnd 2. 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3. 1 inc, 1 sc (18)
Rnd 4. 2 inc, 2 sc (24)
Rnd 5. ch
Rnd 6. Close through both layers (12)
Fasten off leaving a tail for sewing
Cheeks (x 2)
Rnd 1. MR, 6 sc
Rnd 2. 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3. Slst
Fasten off, cut the yarn and sew to the head
Embroider eyes
Congratulations, you have completed the amigurumi whale pattern.
Crochet whale ideas for your next project
Crochet Magic: Bring Every Amigurumi Animal to Life
From playful amigurumi cats, dogs, and bunnies to enchanting amigurumi unicorns, amigurumi elephants, and amigurumi giraffes, our patterns let you create a world full of handmade charm. You’ll also find delightful amigurumi bears, amigurumi foxes, amigurumi pandas, amigurumi monkeys, amigurumi lambs, amigurumi pigs, amigurumi birds, amigurumi penguins, amigurumi llamas, amigurumi hippos, amigurumi dinosaurs, plus whimsical amigurumi dolls and amigurumi clowns. Each project is a chance to craft joy, learn new stitches, and share your creativity with loved ones. For endless inspiration and to explore even more free amigurumi patterns, don’t forget to visit crochet.alwaysfreeamigurumi.com again and keep your crochet adventure going!
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