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Fuyuko The Kitsune Amigurumi Pattern

Fuyuko The Kitsune 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 Fuyuko The Kitsune Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern teaches you how to crochet Fuyuko, a small kitsune with nine decorative tails and a fluffy neck ruff. It uses worsted weight yarn and works in the round using single crochet shaping for clean, dense fabric. Detailed rounds, colour-change instructions and finishing steps are included so you can assemble and style your kitsune with confidence.

Fuyuko The Kitsune Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect as a handmade gift or desk companion, the finished toy measures approximately 11.5 cm tall and 13 cm wide using a 2.5 mm hook. The pattern includes embroidery instructions for the nose and eyes and step-by-step tail assembly guidance.

Why You'll Love This Fuyuko The Kitsune Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it balances simple amigurumi construction with charming details like the multi-colour tails and brushed neck fur. I enjoy how the repeated tail motifs let you practice colour-work while producing a dramatic final effect. Sewing and assembling the tails into a fan is such a satisfying step — it really brings the character to life. I also love that all facial features are embroidered, which keeps the toy child-safe and timeless.

Fuyuko The Kitsune Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Fuyuko The Kitsune Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Fuyuko The Kitsune Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Fuyuko The Kitsune Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize the tails—try different colour tips to create seasonal or themed kitsune, for example pastel tips for a spring feel or metallic thread for a festive look.

If you want a larger version, use a bulkier yarn and a bigger hook; you can scale the whole pattern up proportionally for a plush, huggable kitsune.

For a miniature keychain version, use fingering weight yarn and a smaller hook, but reduce stuffing to keep the piece light and compact.

I often add tiny accessories like a crocheted scarf or a felt charm; small props add personality and make great gift options.

Try altering facial expressions by changing the placement or angle of the embroidered eyes and mouth — small shifts can change the character's mood dramatically.

You can experiment with textured yarn for the body and smooth yarn for the tails to make the tails visually pop against a textured body.

To make the neck fur even fuller, increase the number of strands or lengthen them slightly before knotting; then trim to shape for a neat finish.

Consider sewing a small loop at the top of the head if you want to hang your kitsune as an ornament or bag charm.

If you want posable limbs, you can thread thin craft wire through the legs before stuffing to allow slight adjustments to position for display.

I also recommend trying subtle blush inside the ears and soft shading on tail tips with makeup powder or fabric paint for realistic depth and charm.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch counts during increases can cause mismatched shaping later; count stitches after each round and mark the start of the round with a stitch marker. ✗ Overstuffing small pieces leads to distorted shaping and visible seams; stuff gradually and use small amounts of fiberfill for smooth, even shaping. ✗ Changing colours without securing ends neatly will make tails look messy; weave in colour change ends and carry yarn neatly or fasten off and hide tails before brushing. ✗ Not aligning and pinning parts before sewing results in crooked features; pin the ears, legs and tails in place and check symmetry before sewing permanently.

Fuyuko The Kitsune Amigurumi Pattern

Create a sweet, nine-tailed kitsune with this complete crochet pattern. You will make a cuddly little fox with embroidered facial features and soft brushed fur around the neck. The pattern includes step-by-step rounds, clear assembly instructions, and helpful photos so you can follow along easily.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Fuyuko The Kitsune Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted weight yarn (#4) - White (main) - quantities per project (use small skeins as needed)
  • 02
    Worsted weight yarn (#4) - Sky blue (accent for tail tips) - small amount
  • 03
    Polyester fibrefill stuffing - for body, legs, tails
  • 04
    Poly pellets - approximately 8 grams for the base of the body
  • 05
    Embroidery floss - Brown for nose and eyes details

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.5mm (size B-1 or C-2)
  • 02
    Slicker brush (for brushing the neck fur and tails)
  • 03
    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving in ends
  • 04
    Embroidery needle for facial details
  • 05
    Scissors
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    Straight pins for positioning pieces during assembly
  • 07
    Poly pellets (approx 8 grams) for weight
  • 08
    Stitch markers (recommended)

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— Head :

Info :

Using white yarn,

Round 1 :

6 sc in magic ring. (6 sts)

Round 2 :

Sc 3, inc 3. (9 sts)

Round 3 :

Inc 3, sc 6. (12 sts)

Round 4 :

Sc 6, *sc 1, inc,* 3 times. (15 sts)

Round 5 :

*Sc 1, inc,* 3 times, sc 9. (18 sts)

Round 6 :

Sc 18.

Round 7 :

*Sc 1, inc,* 6 times, sc 6. (24 sts)

Round 8 :

*Sc 1, inc,* 9 times, sc 6. (33 sts)

Round 9 :

Sc 4, inc, *sc 10, inc,* 2 times, sc 6. (36 sts)

Round 10 :

*Sc 11, inc,* 3 times. (39 sts)

Round 11 :

Sc 5, inc, *sc 12, inc,* 2 times, sc 7. (42 sts)

Round 12 :

*Sc 13, inc,* 2 times, sc 14. (44 sts)

Round 13 :

Sc 4, dec, sc 30, dec, sc 6. (42 sts)

Round 14-19 :

Sc 42.

Round 20 :

*Sc 5, dec,* 6 times. (36 sts)

Round 21 :

*Sc 4, dec,* 6 times. (30 sts)

Round 22 :

*Sc 3, dec,* 6 times. (24 sts)

Round 23 :

*Sc 2, dec,* 6 times. (18 sts)

Info :

Stuff head.

Round 24 :

*Sc 1, dec,* 6 times. (12 sts)

Round 25 :

Dec around. (6 sts)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

— Ears (make 2) :

Info :

Using white yarn,

Round 1 :

6 sc in magic ring. (6 sts)

Round 2 :

*Sc 1, inc,* 3 times. (9 sts)

Round 3 :

*Sc 2, inc,* 3 times. (12 sts)

Round 4 :

*Sc 3, inc,* 3 times. (15 sts)

Round 5 :

*Sc 4, inc,* 3 times. (18 sts)

Round 6 :

*Sc 5, inc,* 3 times. (21 sts)

Round 7-9 :

Sc 21.

Info :

Press the ear flat and do not stuff. Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

— Front Legs (make 2) :

Info :

Using white yarn,

Round 1 :

6 sc in magic ring. (6 sts)

Round 2 :

*Sc 3 in one st, inc, sc 1,* 2 times. (12 sts)

Round 3 :

BLO: Sc 12.

Round 4-5 :

Sc 12.

Round 6 :

Dec 3, sc 6. (9 sts)

Round 7-10 :

Sc 9.

Info :

Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

— Body :

Info :

Using white yarn,

Round 1 :

6 sc in magic ring. (6 sts)

Round 2 :

2 sc in each st around. (12 sts)

Round 3 :

*Sc 1, inc,* 6 times. (18 sts)

Round 4 :

*Sc 2, inc,* 6 times. (24 sts)

Round 5 :

*Sc 3, inc,* 6 times. (30 sts)

Round 6-8 :

Sc 30.

Round 9 :

Sc 15, *sc 4, inc,* 3 times. (33 sts)

Round 10 :

Sc 33.

Round 11 :

Sc 15, *sc 5, inc,* 3 times. (36 sts)

Round 12 :

Sc 36.

Info :

Stuff the front legs with fiberfill. In the next round, we will join the front legs with the body.

Round 13 :

*Sc 4, dec,* 3 times, sc 4, starting at the next unstitched st of one front leg (photo 4), sc 7 on the leg, skip 2 sts on the body and sc 4. Continue by joining the other leg, starting at the next unstitched st of the other front leg, sc 7 on the leg, skip 2 sts on the body and sc 7 on the remaining sts of the round on the body. (43 sts) (photo 5)

Round 14 :

Sc 26, dec, sc 15. (42 sts)

Round 15 :

Sc 5, dec, sc 12, dec, sc 4, dec, sc 5, dec, sc 8. (38 sts)

Round 16 :

Sc 38.

Round 17 :

Sc 17, dec, sc 10, dec, sc 7. (36 sts)

Round 18-20 :

Sc 36.

Round 21 :

Sc 4, dec, *sc 10, dec,* 2 times, sc 6. (33 sts)

Round 22 :

Sc 33.

Round 23 :

*Sc 9, dec,* 3 times. (30 sts)

Round 24 :

*Sc 3, dec,* 6 times. (24 sts)

Round 25 :

Sc 1, hdc, dc 3, tc 2, dc 3, hdc, sc 1. (12 sts) (left as an incomplete round)

Info :

Stuff body. Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

— Hind Leg - Feet (make 2) :

Info :

Using white yarn,

Round 1 :

6 sc in magic ring. (6 sts)

Round 2 :

*Sc 1, inc,* 3 times. (9 sts)

Round 3-4 :

Sc 9.

Info :

Stuff feet. Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

— Hind Leg - Thigh (make 2) :

Info :

Using white yarn,

Round 1 :

6 sc in magic ring. (6 sts)

Round 2 :

2 sc in each st around. (12 sts)

Round 3 :

*Sc 1, inc,* 6 times. (18 sts)

Round 4-9 :

Sc 18.

Info :

Stuff thigh lightly and continue stuffing as you go.

Round 10 :

*Sc 1, dec,* 6 times. (12 sts)

Round 11 :

Dec around. (6 sts)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

— Tails :

Item Name (Tail 1) :

Using sky blue yarn,

Round 1 :

4 sc in magic ring. (4 sts)

Round 2 :

Sc 1, inc 3. (7 sts)

Round 3 :

Sc 1, *sc 1, inc,* 3 times. (10 sts)

Round 4 :

Sc 1, *sc 1, inc,* 4 times, sc 1. (14 sts)

Round 5 :

*Sc 2, inc,* 4 times, sc 2. (18 sts)

Round 6 :

Sc 3, *sc 3, inc,* 3 times, sc 3. (21 sts)

Info :

From R7 onwards, we will start working with both sky blue [blue] and white [white] yarn.

Round 7 :

Sc 7, inc, sc 2, change to white yarn [white], sc 1, change to sky blue yarn [blue], sc 1, inc, sc 1, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 2, inc, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 2. (24 sts)

Round 8 :

Sc 1, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 3, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 2, sc 1 in the next st, [white] sc in the same st (this is an inc with one sky blue and one white st), [blue] sc 2, [white] sc 2, [blue] sc 1, inc, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 2, sc 1 in the next st, [white] sc in the same st (this is an inc with one sky blue and one white st), sc 2, [blue] sc 1. (27 sts)

Round 9 :

[White] sc 3, [blue] sc 2, [white] sc 2, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 5, [blue] sc1, [white] sc 5. (27 sts)

Round 10 :

*Sc 1, dec,* 3 times, *sc 5, inc,* 3 times. (27 sts)

Round 11 :

Sc 27.

Round 12 :

*Sc 1, dec,* 2 times, *sc 5, inc,* 3 times, sc 1, dec. (27 sts)

Round 13 :

Sc 27.

Round 14 :

*Sc 7, dec,* 3 times. (24 sts)

Round 15 :

Sc 4, dec, *sc 5, inc,* 2 times, sc 4, dec. (24 sts)

Round 16 :

Sc 24.

Round 17 :

Sc 2, dec, *sc 6, dec,* 2 times, sc 4. (21 sts)

Round 18 :

Sc 21.

Info :

Stuff the tail, and continue stuffing as you go.

Round 19 :

*Sc 5, dec,* 3 times. (18 sts)

Round 20 :

Sc 18.

Round 21 :

*Sc 7, dec,* 2 times. (16 sts)

Round 22-23 :

Sc 16.

Round 24 :

Sc 2, dec, sc 6, dec, sc 4. (14 sts)

Round 25-26 :

Sc 14.

Round 27 :

*Sc 5, dec,* 2 times. (12 sts)

Round 28-30 :

Sc 12.

Round 31 :

Sc 1, dec, sc 4, dec, sc 3. (10 sts)

Round 32 :

Sc 10.

Round 33 :

*Sc 3, dec,* 2 times. (8 sts)

Round 34 :

Sc 8.

Round 35 :

*Sc 2, dec,* 2 times. (6 sts)

Round 36 :

Sc 6.

Round 37 :

*Sc 1, dec,* 2 times. (4 sts)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

Item Name (Tails 2 & 3 - make 2) :

Using sky blue yarn,

Round 1 :

4 sc in magic ring. (4 sts)

Round 2 :

Sc 1, inc 3. (7 sts)

Round 3 :

Sc 1, *sc 1, inc,* 3 times. (10 sts)

Round 4 :

Sc 1, *sc 1, inc,* 4 times, sc 1. (14 sts)

Round 5 :

*Sc 2, inc,* 4 times, sc 2. (18 sts)

Round 6 :

Sc 3, *sc 3, inc,* 3 times, sc 3. (21 sts)

Info :

From R7 onwards, we will start working with both sky blue [blue] and white [white] yarn.

Round 7 :

Sc 7, inc, sc 2, change to white yarn [white], sc 1, change to sky blue yarn [blue], sc 1, inc, sc 1, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 3, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 3, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 1. (24 sts)

Round 8 :

Sc 1, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 4, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 2, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 2, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 1. (24 sts)

Round 9 :

[White] sc 3, [blue] sc 1, dec, [white] sc 2, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 2, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 1. (24 sts)

Round 10 :

Sc 24.

Round 11 :

*Sc 1, dec,* 2 times, *sc 4, inc,* 3 times, sc 1, dec. (24 sts)

Round 12 :

Sc 24.

Round 13 :

Sc 2, dec, *sc 6, dec,* 2 times, sc 4. (21 sts)

Round 14 :

Sc 21.

Round 15 :

Sc 2, dec, *sc 5, inc,* 2 times, sc 3, dec. (21 sts)

Round 16 :

Sc 21.

Round 17 :

*Sc 5, dec,* 3 times. (18 sts)

Round 18 :

Sc 18.

Round 19 :

*Sc 7, dec,* 2 times. (16 sts)

Round 20-21 :

Sc 16.

Round 22 :

Sc 2, dec, sc 6, dec, sc 4. (14 sts)

Round 23-24 :

Sc 14.

Round 25 :

*Sc 5, dec,* 2 times. (12 sts)

Round 26-28 :

Sc 12.

Round 29 :

Sc 1, dec, sc 4, dec, sc 3. (10 sts)

Round 30 :

Sc 10.

Round 31 :

*Sc 3, dec,* 2 times. (8 sts)

Round 32 :

Sc 8.

Round 33 :

*Sc 2, dec,* 2 times. (6 sts)

Round 34 :

Sc 6.

Round 35 :

*Sc 1, dec,* 2 times. (4 sts)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

Item Name (Tails 4 & 5 - make 2) :

Using sky blue yarn,

Round 1 :

4 sc in magic ring. (4 sts)

Round 2 :

Sc 1, inc 3. (7 sts)

Round 3 :

Sc 1, *sc 1, inc,* 3 times. (10 sts)

Round 4 :

Sc 1, *sc 1, inc,* 4 times, sc 1. (14 sts)

Round 5 :

*Sc 2, inc,* 4 times, sc 2. (18 sts)

Round 6 :

Sc 3, *sc 3, inc,* 3 times, sc 3. (21 sts)

Info :

From R7 onwards, we will start working with both sky blue [blue] and white [white] yarn.

Round 7 :

Sc 7, inc, sc 2, change to white yarn [white], sc 1, change to sky blue yarn [blue], sc 1, inc, sc 1, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 3, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 3, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 1. (24 sts)

Round 8 :

Sc 1, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 4, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 2, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 2, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 1. (24 sts)

Round 9 :

[White] sc 3, [blue] sc 1, dec, [white] sc 2, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 2, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 1. (24 sts)

Round 10 :

Sc 24.

Round 11 :

Sc 2, dec, *sc 6, dec,* 2 times, sc 4. (21 sts)

Round 12 :

Sc 21.

Round 13 :

*Sc 5, dec,* 3 times. (18 sts)

Round 14 :

Sc 14.

Round 15 :

*Sc 5, dec,* 2 times. (12 sts)

Round 16 :

*Sc 7, dec,* 2 times. (16 sts)

Round 17 :

Sc 16.

Round 18 :

Sc 2, dec, sc 6, dec, sc 4. (14 sts)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

Item Name (Tails 6 & 7 - make 2) :

Using sky blue yarn,

Round 1 :

4 sc in magic ring. (4 sts)

Round 2 :

Sc 1, inc 3. (7 sts)

Round 3 :

Sc 1, *sc 1, inc,* 3 times. (10 sts)

Round 4 :

Sc 1, *sc 1, inc,* 4 times, sc 1. (14 sts)

Round 5 :

*Sc 2, inc,* 4 times, sc 2. (18 sts)

Round 6 :

Sc 3, *sc 3, inc,* 3 times, sc 3. (21 sts)

Info :

From R6 onwards, we will start working with both sky blue [blue] and white [white] yarn.

Round 6 :

Sc 6, inc, sc 2, [white] sc 1, [blue] inc, sc 2, [white] sc 1, [blue] inc, sc 1, [white] sc 1, [blue] sc 1. (21 sts)

Round 7 :

[Blue] sc 1, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 3, [blue] sc 1, [white] sc 1. (21 sts)

Round 8-10 :

Sc 14.

Round 11 :

*Sc 5, dec,* 2 times. (12 sts)

Round 12 :

Sc 1, dec, sc 4, dec, sc 3. (10 sts)

Round 13 :

Sc 10.

Round 14 :

*Sc 3, dec,* 2 times. (8 sts)

Round 15 :

Sc 8.

Round 16 :

*Sc 2, dec,* 2 times. (6 sts)

Round 17 :

Sc 6.

Round 18 :

*Sc 1, dec,* 2 times. (4 sts)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

Item Name (Tails 8 & 9 - make 2) :

Using sky blue yarn,

Round 1 :

4 sc in magic ring. (4 sts)

Round 2 :

Sc 1, inc 3. (7 sts)

Round 3 :

Sc 1, *sc 1, inc,* 3 times. (10 sts)

Round 4 :

Sc 1, *sc 1, inc,* 4 times, sc 1. (14 sts)

Round 5 :

Sc 1, dec, *sc 3, inc,* 2 times, sc 1, dec. (14 sts)

Round 6 :

*Sc 3, inc,* 2 times, sc 3. (14 sts)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

Assembly Instructions

  • Fill the base of the body with approximately 8 grams of poly pellets to add weight; place pellets in a small pouch (a white stocking works well) before inserting into the body, then fill the rest with fiberfill.
  • To make the fur around the neck, cut 24 strands of white yarn 8 cm long. Hook the middle of a strand through a stitch on Round 25 to form a loop, then hook the ends through the loop to form a knot; repeat around Round 25 until the circle is filled.
  • Brush the fur around the neck with a slicker brush to fluff it out and trim to the desired length to shape the ruff.
  • Fold and position the ears on the head with the front of the ear on Round 13 and the back end on Round 17, then sew the ears securely to the head.
  • Position the head on top of the body and sew it in place, adding more fiberfill to the neck area before closing the seam to ensure a smooth connection.
  • Sew feet to thighs (attach foot and thigh of each hind leg together), then position and sew hind legs to the sides of the body for stability.
  • Sew the tails tightly together in the sequence 9 - 7 - 5 - 3 - 1 - 2 - 4 - 6 - 8 across the middle and bottom, and then attach the grouped tails to the back of the body; test balance before fully securing.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a stitch marker at the start of each round to keep track of your rounds and avoid losing count during increases and joins.
  • 💡Stuff small parts gradually for even shaping and avoid overstuffing to maintain smooth seams and correct proportions.
  • 💡Pin pieces together and check placement and symmetry before sewing to ensure the head, ears, legs and tails are aligned correctly.
  • 💡When changing colours for the tails, work tidily by weaving in ends or carrying yarn where possible to avoid loose tails and messy joins.

This little kitsune is a lovely project to brighten your day and decorate your home with handmade charm. The nine tails and fluffy neck add delightful detail and personality to the finished amigurumi. Enjoy making Fuyuko and sharing this adorable companion with someone special. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 11.5 cm tall and 13 cm wide using the recommended 2.5 mm crochet hook and worsted weight yarn.

Can I use a different yarn weight or hook size?

Yes, different yarn weights and hook sizes will change the final size; to maintain proportions, adjust the hook size accordingly and expect the piece to be larger or smaller.

Are safety eyes required for this pattern?

No, the pattern uses embroidery floss for the eyes and nose to keep the toy safe for all ages; no safety eyes are listed in the materials.

How long does it typically take to complete this project?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, depending on experience and how much time you spend on assembly and finishing details.