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Frog Pillow Amigurumi Pattern

Frog Pillow Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Frog Pillow Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a square frog pillow with plush, textured yarn and a contrasting belly detail. You will make the body in continuous rows, then crochet and sew on eyes, mouth, arms, and legs for personality. The pattern uses simple shaping, color changes, and small sewn details to bring the frog to life.

Frog Pillow Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Clear rounds and photographic guidance help you follow each stage step by step. Ideal for making a cute home accent or a playful handmade gift.

Why You'll Love This Frog Pillow Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines playful character with practical home decor, making a fun project that also results in a useful pillow. I enjoy the color-block belly and the expressive eyes that add so much personality with just a few simple parts. The pattern is satisfying to work through, with clear round counts and step-by-step photos that guide you along. I always appreciate projects that let me practice shaping and small-assembly skills while producing something delightful to display or gift.

Frog Pillow Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Frog Pillow Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Frog Pillow Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Frog Pillow Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love personalizing this frog pillow by experimenting with colors; try soft pastels for a nursery or bright contrasts for a playful look.

I often change yarn weight and hook size to create different scales—use bulky yarn for a cozy oversized pillow or a thinner yarn for a mini desk version.

I sometimes add embroidered freckles or a tiny tongue to give the frog extra personality and unique expression.

For a different texture, swap the plush Dolphin Baby yarn for a smooth cotton to create a firmer, cleaner finish.

I recommend adding a zipper or button closure at the top if you want a removable cover for easy washing and reshaping.

Try sewing small felt shapes or crocheted accessories like a bow tie or tiny hat to dress up your frog and make it gift-ready.

I enjoy adding wire to the legs for poseable limbs—insert thin craft wire and wrap with yarn to keep it safe inside the stuffing.

Make a whole set in matching colors for a themed nursery or create a family of frogs in graduated sizes for shelf display.

If you like embroidery, outline the mouth or belly edge with contrasting yarn to emphasize facial features and make them pop.

I also stitch a small pocket at the back of the pillow to hold little notes or tiny treasures—simple and playful customization that children love.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch counts during the body increases often leads to asymmetric corners; recount stitches after each round and mark key points to ensure symmetry. ✗ Not cutting and securing yarn tails at color changes can create loose loops and uneven joins; cut and secure each color change and weave in ends as you go. ✗ Overstuffing the pillow makes the corners bulge and distort the shape; stuff gradually and focus stuffing in the corners last for even shape. ✗ Forgetting to leave long sewing tails on small parts makes assembly difficult; always leave long tails when instructed so you can sew pieces securely without reattaching.

Frog Pillow Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming frog pillow with this detailed crochet pattern that combines plush texture and playful details. You will enjoy shaping the rounded belly, sewing expressive eyes, and adding limbs for a whimsical finish. The pattern uses soft yarn and clear step-by-step rounds so you can create a cozy decorative pillow or a cuddly toy.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Frog Pillow Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby Yarn (or YarnArt Dolce Yarn) - Green color, approximately 3.5 skeins
  • 02
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby Yarn (or YarnArt Dolce Yarn) - Yellow color, approximately 1 skein
  • 03
    Polyfil or other stuffing, enough to fill a small square pillow

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size E (3.5mm) or a size that matches your tension
  • 02
    Shank buttons 22-24 mm (2 pieces)
  • 03
    Tapestry needle with large eye for sewing
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Stitch markers (optional)

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— Body :

Round 1 :

90 ch

Round 2 :

green: Connect the chain by working the first sc into the first chain, being careful not to twist the chain (this is the first stitch of the second round), 43 sc, yellow: 46 sc {90}

Round 3 :

green: 44 sc, yellow: 46 sc {90}

Round 4 :

green: 44 sc, yellow: 46 sc {90}

Round 5 :

green: 45 sc, yellow: 44 sc, green: 1 sc {90}

Round 6 :

green: 46 sc, yellow: 43 sc, green: 1 sc {90}

Round 7 :

green: 47 sc, yellow: 41 sc, green: 2 sc {90}

Round 8 :

green: 48 sc, yellow: 40 sc, green: 2 sc {90}

Round 9 :

green: 49 sc, yellow: 38 sc, green: 3 sc {90}

Round 10 :

green: 50 sc, yellow: 37 sc, green: 3 sc {90}

Round 11 :

green: 51 sc, yellow: 35 sc, green: 4 sc {90}

Round 12 :

green: 52 sc, yellow: 34 sc, green: 4 sc {90}

Round 13 :

green: 53 sc, yellow: 32 sc, green: 5 sc {90}

Round 14 :

green: 54 sc, yellow: 31 sc, green: 5 sc {90}

Round 15 :

green: 55 sc, yellow: 29 sc, green: 6 sc {90}

Round 16 :

green: 56 sc, yellow: 28 sc, green: 6 sc {90}

Round 17 :

green: 57 sc, yellow: 26 sc, green: 7 sc {90}

Round 18 :

green: 58 sc, yellow: 25 sc, green: 7 sc {90}

Round 19 :

green: 59 sc, yellow: 23 sc, green: 8 sc {90}

Round 20 :

green: 60 sc, yellow: 22 sc, green: 8 sc {90}

Round 21 :

green: 62 sc, yellow: 19 sc, green: 9 sc {90}

Round 22 :

green: 64 sc, yellow: 16 sc, green: 10 sc {90}

Round 23 :

green: 66 sc, yellow: 13 sc, green: 11 sc {90}

Rounds 24 – 41 :

green: 90 sc {90}

Round 42 :

We need to make a few shift stitches to bring the yarn to the corner of the pillow. I had to make 9 sc. Depending on your tension you may have to make more or less.

Info :

Weave all the ends. Cut the yarn leaving a long tail for sewing the top edge of the pillow. Stuff the pillow tightly, especially in the corners. Sew the bottom edge of the pillow, keep stuffing as you go. Secure the yarn and weave the end inside the pillow.

— Eyes :

Part one 1. (Make 2) :

Use green color. Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring {6}

Round 2 :

6 inc {12}

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) *6 {18}

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) *6 {24}

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) *6 {30}

Rounds 6 – 10 :

30 sc {30}

Round 11 :

(3 sc, dec) *6 {24}

Info :

Cut the yarn leaving a long tail for sewing.

Part 2. (Make 2) :

Use yellow yarn. Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring {6}

Round 2 :

6 inc {12}

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) *6 {18}

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) *6, 1 sl st {24}

Info :

Cut the yarn leaving a long tail for sewing.

Info :

Sew on part 1 to the top corners of the pillow, stuffing the detail as you sew.

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Next, sew on part 2 to part 1. Then, sew on shank buttons to the yellow part. Secure the thread, hide inside the eyes, and cut off the excess.

— Mouth :

Info :

Make two separate chains using yellow yarn: Chain 21. Chain 25. Leave long tails for sewing. Sew on the mouth, secure that yarn and weave in the ends.

— Arms :

Info :

Make 3 separate details for fingers. Tighten the yarn of the first 2 fingers and leave a little tail for sewing the hole between fingers. Do not cut the yarn of the 3rd finger but continue to crochet.

Fingers (Make 3) Round 1 :

6 sc in magic ring {6}

Round 2 :

(inc) *6 {12}

Round 3 :

(dec) *6 {6}

Round 4 :

Continue to crochet to connect fingers as follows: 3rd finger: 2 sc, 2nd finger: 3 sc, 1st finger: 6 sc, now crochet on other side of fingers, 2nd finger: 4 sc, 3rd finger: 4 sc {19}

Round 5 :

19 sc

Round 6 :

3 sc, dec, 7 sc, dec, 5 sc {17}

Round 7 :

3 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec, 4 sc {15}

Round 8 :

2 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec, 3 sc {13}

Round 9 :

6 sc, inc, 5 sc, inc {15}

Round 10 :

7 sc, inc, 6 sc, inc {17}

Round 11 :

17 sc

Rounds 12 – 23 :

17 sc

Info :

Loosely stuff again and fold the detail to close the edge by crocheting 8 sc inserting the hook through both layers. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Info :

Sew on the hands to round 24 (count the rounds from the bottom of the pillow).

— Legs (Make 2) :

Fingers (Make 3) Round 1 :

6 sc in magic ring {6}

Round 2 :

(inc) *6 {12}

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) *6 {18}

Round 4 :

(1 sc, dec) *6 {12}

Round 5 :

3rd finger: 5 sc, 2nd finger: 6 sc, 1st finger: 12 sc, now crochet on other side of fingers, 2nd finger: 7 sc, 3rd finger: 7 sc {37}

Info :

There are 2 holes left between fingers. Close the holes by crocheting 1 sc using tails from 1st and 2nd fingers (or you can sew it on using a needle). Cut the yarn and hide inside.

Round 6 :

37 sc {37}

Round 7 :

8 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec, 7 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec {33}

Round 8 :

8 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec, 7 sc {30}

Round 9 :

dec, 5 sc, dec, 5 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec, 6 sc {26}

Round 10 :

5 sc, dec, 5 sc, dec, 5 sc, dec, 3 sc, dec {22}

Round 11 :

5 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec, 3 sc, dec, 4 sc {19}

Round 12 :

dec, 3 sc, dec, 3 sc, dec, 3 sc, dec, 2 sc {15}

Round 13 :

15 sc

Info :

Stuff loosely.

Round 14 :

(3 sc, inc) *3, 3 sc {18}

Round 15 :

(2 sc, inc) *6 {24}

Round 16 :

24 sc

Rounds 17 – 30 :

24 sc

Round 31 :

(2 sc, dec) *6 {18}

Round 32 :

(1 sc, dec) *6 {12}

Round 33 :

(1 sc, inc) *6 {18}

Round 34 :

(2 sc, inc) *6 {24}

Rounds 35 – 42 :

24 sc

Info :

Loosely stuff again and fold detail to close the edge by crocheting 12 sc inserting the hook through both layers. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Info :

Sew on the hands to round 24 (count the rounds from the bottom of the pillow).

Info :

Sew on the legs. Option 1: Sew on the legs on the bottom corners. Option 2: Sew on the legs to the sides of round 18 (count the rounds from the bottom of the pillow). Fold the legs as shown in the photo. Sew the bottom part of the leg to the corner of the pillow. Tighten the thread and weave the ends.

Info :

Frog is finished!

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew part 1 of each eye (green piece) to the top corners of the pillow, stuffing the detail as you sew to maintain shape.
  • Sew part 2 (yellow centers) onto each green eye piece, then attach shank buttons to the yellow center, secure threads and hide ends inside the eyes.
  • Sew on the mouth using the two chains (chain 21 and chain 25) placing and shaping to create the smile, then weave in ends.
  • Sew the arms/hands in place to round 24 (count from the bottom of the pillow) and secure firmly so they sit naturally at the sides.
  • Attach legs either to the bottom corners (option 1) or to the sides at round 18 (option 2), fold and sew the bottom of the leg to the corner and weave in ends.
  • Weave all yarn ends, stuff the pillow firmly while closing the top edge, sew the top edge closed and hide the final tails inside the pillow.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work the body in continuous rows and count stitches carefully at each round to keep the belly center aligned.
  • 💡Alternate colors exactly as instructed and cut the thread at color changes, securing ends to avoid loose loops.
  • 💡Stuff the pillow progressively, focusing on corners last to achieve sharp, stuffed corners without overfilling.

This frog pillow pattern turns soft yarn into a playful home accent you will adore. It blends easy shaping with charming facial details to make a delightful decorative piece that kids and grown-ups will love. Make one for your home or gift a hand-stitched frog to a friend. 🐸🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished frog pillow size depends on tension but measures approximately 30 cm square when using the recommended yarn and 3.5mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can change yarn weight but your finished size will change; use an appropriate hook and adjust stuffing accordingly.

Do I need advanced crochet skills for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and requires basic amigurumi skills like increasing, decreasing, working in rounds, and simple assembly.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish this frog pillow in about 5-7 hours depending on experience and assembly speed.