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Leaf Spirit Amigurumi Pattern

Leaf Spirit 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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Whimsical Buddy

Playful characters full of personality, designed to spark imagination and become cherished playtime favorites.

About This Leaf Spirit Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern teaches you how to crochet a set of tiny leaf-spirited amigurumis with two body shapes and seven mask styles. Youll work in spiral with seamless color changes to create camouflage-like patterns and add small horns and branch accessories. The instructions include step-by-step photos to guide shaping, color changes, and finishing.

Leaf Spirit Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect for gifting or collecting, these little spirits are made from mercerized cotton and are great for practicing colorwork and shaping. Detailed tips on markers, stuffing and invisible decreases are included.

Why You'll Love This Leaf Spirit Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it blends simple amigurumi techniques with playful, organic shapes that feel magical to crochet. I enjoy the color-change method I use here — it creates lovely camo-like patterns that are totally unique every time. The horns and masks let me add a lot of personality to each little spirit, and I always find the finishing and assembly the most satisfying part. I hope you find them as delightful and collectible as I do.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how versatile this pattern is for customization — try swapping colors to make seasonal leaf spirits, like autumnal oranges or spring greens.

You can create a mini series by altering yarn weight and hook size: bulky yarn makes chunky, snuggly spirits, while fine cotton makes a dainty collectible.

I often add embroidered freckles, tiny felt accessories, or stitched mouths to change expression and personality for each plush.

For posable branches or leaves, insert a thin wire into the branch before stuffing so you can bend it into expressive shapes.

I sometimes mix in a metallic thread for a subtle shimmer on masks or horns to create a magical effect that catches light.

Make a keychain version by using thinner yarn and adding a small metal ring to the top before finishing; perfect for gifts or holiday decorations.

If you want a plush that stands, flatten the base slightly and add a small, weighted pouch inside the body before closing.

Try combining different mask patterns on a single body to create hybrid characters — a heart-shaped leaf mask on one, a star mask on another.

I also like making matching sets in a gradient of tones — same body pattern, different color sets — to create a cohesive forest collection.

Finally, swap the embroidery color and stitch style for eyes and mouth to change mood quickly — tiny vertical stitches create a sleepy look while round French knots feel bright and playful.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not marking the front loops when instructed can cause incorrect horn placement; mark the two front loops clearly with a colored pen or marker before continuing. ✗ Skipping the color-change technique will leave visible joins and loose ends; follow the pull-up-loop method described to change colors seamlessly and carry yarn along the back. ✗ Forgetting to stuff gradually makes the body lumpy or misshapen; stuff little by little and shape with your fingers while you crochet to maintain smooth curves. ✗ Missing the instruction to use back loops only during some joins will give a non-seamless finish; follow BLO/FLO instructions exactly when connecting legs and sewing the front and back parts together. ✗ Cutting yarn too early at color changes makes weaving ends harder later; carry the yarn along the back or follow the suggested method instead of cutting after every change.

Leaf Spirit Amigurumi Pattern

Create a charming set of tiny leaf spirit amigurumis inspired by woodland shapes and colorful masks. This pattern guides you through two body styles, multiple mask designs, and detailed horns and branch accessories. Youll learn seamless color changes, shaping techniques, and step-by-step assembly so you can make a whole family of whimsical companions.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Leaf Spirit Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Mercerized cotton yarn (Schachenmayr Catania Originals recommended for amigurumis)
  • 02
    For Spirit Body 1: Schachenmayr Catania Originals 0254 - 'taupe' (darker yarn) (approx 10-30g)
  • 03
    For Spirit Body 1: Schachenmayr Catania Originals 0179 - 'camel' (lighter yarn) (approx 10-30g)
  • 04
    For Spirit Body 2: Schachenmayr Catania Originals 0179 - 'camel' (darker yarn) (approx 10-30g)
  • 05
    For Spirit Body 2: Schachenmayr Catania Originals 0404 - 'sand' (lighter yarn) (approx 10-30g)
  • 06
    For Mask 1: Schachenmayr Catania Originals 0412 - 'moos' (dark green) (small amount)
  • 07
    For Mask 2: Schachenmayr Catania Originals 0205 - 'apfel' (darker green) and 0245 - 'anis' (light green) (small amounts)
  • 08
    For Mask 3: Schachenmayr Catania Originals 0388 - 'terracotta' and 0424 - 'kirsche' (small amounts)
  • 09
    For Mask 4: Schachenmayr Catania Originals 0280 - 'löwenzahn' (yellow), 0245 - 'anis' (light green), 0249 - 'gold' (small amounts)
  • 10
    For Mask 5: Schachenmayr Catania Originals 0388 - 'terracotta', 0280 - 'löwenzahn' (yellow), 0281 - 'orange' (small amounts)
  • 11
    For Mask 6: Schachenmayr Catania Originals 0389 - 'maigrün' (a shade of green) (small amount)
  • 12
    For Mask 7: Schachenmayr Catania Originals 0412 - 'moos' (green) and 0419 - 'tannembaum' (dark green) (small amounts)
  • 13
    For branches: Schachenmayr Catania Originals 0161 - 'teddy' (brown); leaves: 0389 'maigrün'; red fruits: 0115 'signalrot' (red)
  • 14
    Additional color reference: Schachenmayr Catania Originals 0212 - 'khaki' and embroidery color 0110 - 'schwarz' (black) for mask details

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 1.4 mm (or 2 mm depending on your tension) - your preferred choice
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 2.0 mm (alternative for tighter tension)
  • 03
    Sewing needle for finishing and hiding tails
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    Scissors
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    Safety pins, sewing pins and colored marker pins
  • 06
    Stitch markers
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    Pliers (for bending or cutting wire)
  • 08
    Polyester stuffing
  • 09
    Wire a few pieces (8 pieces recommended if you plan to crochet all types, around 12 cm long each) to support branches or posable details
  • 10
    Yarn needle for sewing pieces together

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— Body 1 :

3.1 Legs - First leg - Row 1 :

6Sc in magic circle (6)

3.1 Legs - First leg - Row 2 :

6INC (12)

3.1 Legs - First leg - Row 3 :

BLO 12Sc (12)

3.1 Legs - First leg - Rows 4-5 :

Sc in each Sc around (12)

3.1 Legs - First leg - Row 6 :

2Sc (mark the front loops only on these 2 stitches with a colored pen/marker, marked red in my Image 1), then continue crocheting 10Sc

Info :

Cut the yarn, leave a small tail and hide it inside the leg using a needle.

3.1 Legs - Second leg - Row 1 :

6Sc in magic circle (6)

3.1 Legs - Second leg - Row 2 :

6INC (12)

3.1 Legs - Second leg - Row 3 :

BLO 12Sc (12)

3.1 Legs - Second leg - Rows 4-5 :

Sc in each Sc around (12)

3.1 Legs - Second leg - Row 6 :

2Sc, Sc (mark this stitch with a marker/pin, yellow in my Image 3), 9Sc (12)

Info :

Now you will crochet the middle section that will connect the two legs. Continue crocheting on the second leg and work the short rows as follows to build the middle strip.

Middle section - short rows :

2Sc, Chain, Turn (2). Skip chain, 2Sc, Chain, Turn (2). Skip chain, 2Sc, Chain, Turn (2). Skip chain, 2Sc, Chain, Turn (2). Skip chain, 2Sc, Chain, Turn (2). Skip chain, 2Sc, Chain, Turn (2). Skip chain, 2Sc, Chain (mark this chain using a marker/pin, orange in my Image 4), Turn (2)

Connecting legs :

Take the first leg and connect it with the second leg by crocheting 2Sc. When crocheting these two stitches, Skip the chain, take the back loops only on the second leg (colored in green in my Image 5) and the front loops only on the first leg (the ones you marked with a colored pen, red in my case). Continue joining using the two marked stitches.

3.2 Body - Row 1 :

Sc on the first leg (mark this stitch with a marker/pin), 4Sc, INC, 4Sc, Sc on the marked chain in the last row of the middle part (marked in orange in my case, you can now remove the marker/pin), continue crocheting along the margin of the middle part (I marked the margin with red dots in Image 7) 3Sc, INC, 3Sc, Sc on the marked stitch on the second leg (you can now remove the marker/pin, yellow in my Image 7), continue crocheting on the second leg 4Sc, INC, 4Sc, continue crocheting along the margin of the middle part (I marked the margin with green dots in Image 7) 2Sc, INC, 3Sc (38) Consider this the end of the first row.

3.2 Body - Row 2 :

Sc in the marked stitch (you can remove the marker/pin), 4Sc, INC, 7Sc, INC, 4Sc, INC, 6Sc, INC, 3Sc, INC, Sc (44)

Color change instructions :

You will now start alternating the yarn colors. Follow the instructions on changing colors: in the last single crochet before the color change, insert hook, pull up a loop, do not finish the single crochet; grab the new color and finish the single crochet so the loop on your hook is the new color. Carry the old color along the back of the stitches for the next two stitches as described in the photo sequence.

3.2 Body - Row 3 :

'd'2Sc, 'l'11Sc, 'd'31Sc (44)

3.2 Body - Row 4 :

'd'2Sc, 'l'11Sc, 'd'15Sc, 'l'1Sc, 'd'15Sc (44)

3.2 Body - Row 5 :

'd'1Sc, 'l'4Sc, 'd'5Sc, 'l'4Sc, 'd'14Sc, 'l'2Sc, 'd'14Sc (44) Attention, next row starts with a stitch in a new color, so remember to change the color in the last single crochet for this row.

3.2 Body - Row 6 :

'l'5Sc, 'd'5Sc, 'l'4Sc, 'd'14Sc, 'l'3Sc, 'd'11Sc, 'l'2Sc (44)

3.2 Body - Row 7 :

'l'6Sc, 'd'3Sc, 'l'6Sc, 'd'12Sc, 'l'5Sc, 'd'8Sc, 'l'4Sc (44)

3.2 Body - Row 8 :

'l'16Sc, 'd'10Sc, 'l'18Sc (44)

3.2 Body - Row 9 :

'l'44Sc around (44)

3.2 Body - Row 10 :

'l'5Sc, 'd'3Sc, 'l'19Sc, 'd'3Sc, 'l'7Sc, 'd'3Sc, 'l'4Sc (44)

3.2 Body - Row 11 :

'l'5Sc, 'd'5Sc, 'l'15Sc, 'd'6Sc, 'l'3Sc, 'd'8Sc, 'l'2Sc (44)

3.2 Body - Row 12 :

'l'4Sc, 'd'3Sc, 'd'INVDEC, 'd'20Sc, 'd'INVDEC, 'd'13Sc (42) Attention, next row starts with a stitch in a new color, so remember to change the color in the last single crochet for this row.

3.2 Body - Row 13 :

'l'3Sc, 'd'39Sc (42)

3.2 Body - Row 14 :

'd'6Sc, 'l'19Sc, 'd'17Sc (42)

3.2 Body - Row 15 :

'd'7Sc, 'l'INVDEC, 'l'16Sc, 'd'3Sc, 'd'INVDEC, 'd'3Sc, 'l'9Sc (40) Attention, next row starts with a stitch in a new color, so remember to change the color in the last single crochet for this row.

3.2 Body - Row 16 :

'd'8Sc, 'l'1Sc, 'd'8Sc, 'l'6Sc, 'd'7Sc, 'l'10Sc (40)

3.2 Body - Row 17 :

'l'2Sc, 'd'5Sc, 'd'INVDEC, 'd'8Sc, 'l'5Sc, 'd'5Sc, 'd'INVDEC, 'l'11Sc (38)

3.2 Body - Row 18 :

'l'4Sc, 'd'10Sc, 'l'5Sc, 'd'7Sc, 'l'7Sc, 'd'5Sc (38)

3.2 Body - Row 19 :

'd'1Sc, 'l'6Sc, 'd'5Sc, 'l'6Sc, 'd'9Sc, 'l'5Sc, 'd'6Sc (38)

Info :

Stuff the body. Continue crocheting.

3.2 Body - Row 20 :

'd'1Sc, 'l'9Sc, 'd'2Sc, 'l'6Sc, 'd'9Sc, 'l'4Sc, 'd'5Sc, 'l'2Sc (38)

3.2 Body - Row 21 :

'l'9Sc, 'd'4Sc, 'l'6Sc, 'd'9Sc, 'l'3Sc, 'd'4Sc, 'l'3Sc (38)

3.2 Body - Row 22 :

'l'9Sc, 'd'5Sc, 'l'6Sc, 'd'9Sc, 'l'2Sc, 'd'3Sc, 'l'3Sc, 'd'1Sc (38)

3.2 Body - Row 23 :

'd'16Sc, 'l'5Sc, 'd'8Sc, 'l'2Sc, 'd'3Sc, 'l'3Sc, 'd'1Sc (38)

3.2 Body - Row 24 :

'd'18Sc, 'l'5Sc, 'd'5Sc, 'l'3Sc, 'd'4Sc, 'l'3Sc (38) Attention, next row starts with a stitch in a new color, so remember to change the color in the last single crochet for this row.

3.2 Body - Row 25 :

'd'10Sc, 'l'6Sc, 'd'4Sc, 'l'4Sc, 'd'3Sc, 'l'3Sc, 'd'6Sc, 'l'2Sc (38)

3.2 Body - Row 26 :

'l'1Sc, 'd'8Sc, 'l'8Sc, 'd'5Sc, 'l'7Sc, 'd'8Sc, 'l'1Sc (38)

3.2 Body - Row 27 :

'l'18Sc, 'd'5Sc, 'l'5Sc, 'd'10Sc (38) Attention, next row starts with a stitch in a new color, so remember to change the color in the last single crochet for this row.

3.2 Body - Row 28 :

'l'19Sc, 'd'5Sc (mark the last stitch, red in my Image 31), 'l'3Sc, 'd'11Sc (38) mark the end of the row with a marker pin – orange in my Image 32

3.2 Body - Row 29 :

'd'1Sc (you can cut the darker yarn you will not need it in the next rows). All the next stitches will be done with lighter yarn ('l') 6Sc (mark this last stitch with a marker/pin, yellow in my Image 33), 2Sc, 2INC, 3Sc, connect to the marked stitch (yellow in my Image 34, do not remove the marker, you will need it later) by making 1Sc. Consider this last stitch as the end of the row. You will now continue crocheting the first horn.

— Horns :

First horn - Row 1 :

INVDEC, Sc, INC, Sc, INVDEC, Sc, INVDEC

First horn - Row 2 :

INVDEC, Sc, INC, 2Sc, INVDEC

First horn - Row 3 :

3INVDEC

Info :

Cut the yarn. Use a needle to guide the yarn tail inside the horn. Cut the excess yarn off.

Second horn - Row 1 :

In the first marked stitch in row 28 (red in my Image 41) connect darker colored yarn ('d'), Make 1Sc in the next stitch. Move the marker/pin (red in my case) to this stitch (Image 43). Continue crocheting in spiral with the darker colored yarn ('d') - 3Sc, 2INC, 4Sc, Chain 2 (Image 44), Connect to the marked stitch (red marker in my Image 45) by making 1Sc.

Second horn - Row 2 :

2INVDEC, 2INC, 2INVDEC, Sc, BLO 3Sc (mark the last Sc with a marker/pin, red in my Image 46)

Second horn - Row 3 :

3Sc (mark the last Sc with a marker/pin, blue in my Image 47), 2INC, 2Sc, Chain 1, connect to marked stitch (blue marker in my case, Image 49 & 50) by making 1Sc. You can remove the marker.

Second horn - Row 4 :

2Sc, 3INVDEC Fasten off. Cut the yarn, hide the tail inside the horn using a needle.

Third horn - Row 1 :

Connect darker colored yarn ('d') in the marked stitch (red in my Image 54). Make 1Sc in the next stitch. Move the marker here (red in my Image 55). Then continue 1Sc, 2 Sl St at the base of second horn (see red dots in my Image 56), 2 Sl St, 2 FLO Sc, Sc in the marked stitch (red in my case).

Third horn - Row 2 :

4INVDEC

Third horn - Row 3 :

3Sc. Fasten off. Cut the yarn, hide the tail inside the horn using a needle.

Finishing the Body :

On the marked stitch on row 29 of the body (orange marker in my Image 61) connect darker colored yarn ('d'). Sc in the next stitch (move the marker here, orange in my Image 62) Continue crocheting 5Sc, Sc at the base of horn in the marked stitch (yellow in my Image 63), Sc on the other side at base of horn, 9Sc, Sc at base of the other horn (green dot in my Image 66), 2Sc on the middle at the base of horn (red dots in my Image 66), Sc on the other side at the base of horn (blue dot in my Image 66), 4Sc, Sl St in the marked stitch (orange in my Image 68). Fasten off. Cut the yarn, leave a long end for sewing. Stuff the body and the horns. Using a needle, guide the yarn tail to one of the extremities of the body, just at the base of one of the horns. Sew to unite the front part of the body to the back part. To do this seamlessly sew the back loops only on the front part with the back loops only on the back part. Hide the tail inside the body.

— Body 2 :

4.1 Legs - First leg - Row 1 :

6Sc in magic circle (6)

4.1 Legs - First leg - Row 2 :

6INC (12)

4.1 Legs - First leg - Row 3 :

BLO 12Sc (12)

4.1 Legs - First leg - Rows 4-5 :

Sc in each Sc around (12)

4.1 Legs - First leg - Row 6 :

2Sc (mark the front loops only on these 2 stitches with a colored pen/marker, red in my Image 79), 10Sc

Info :

Cut the yarn, leave a small tail and hide it inside the leg using a needle.

4.1 Legs - Second leg - Row 1 :

6Sc in magic circle (6)

4.1 Legs - Second leg - Row 2 :

6INC (12)

4.1 Legs - Second leg - Row 3 :

BLO 12Sc (12)

4.1 Legs - Second leg - Rows 4-5 :

Sc in each Sc around (12)

4.1 Legs - Second leg - Row 6 :

2Sc, Sc (mark this stitch with a marker/pin, red in my Image 80), 9Sc (12)

Middle section - short rows :

2Sc, Chain, Turn (2). Skip chain, 2Sc, Chain, Turn (2). Skip chain, 2Sc, Chain, Turn (2). Skip chain, 2Sc, Chain, Turn (2). Skip chain, 2Sc, Chain, Turn (2). Skip chain, 2Sc, Chain, Turn (2). Skip chain, 2Sc, Chain (mark this chain using a marker/pin, blue in my Image 82), Turn (2). Skip marked chain, take the first leg and connect it with the second leg by crocheting 2Sc. When crocheting these two stitches, take the back loops only on the second leg (green in my Image 83 & 84) and the front loops only on the first leg (the ones you marked with a colored pen, red in my Image 83 & 84).

4.2 Body - Row 1 :

Sc on the first leg (mark this stitch with a marker/pin, purple in my Image 86), 4Sc, INC, 4Sc, Sc on the marked chain in the last row of the middle part (blue in my case, you can now remove the marker/pin), continue crocheting along the margin of the middle part 3Sc, INC, 3Sc, continue crocheting on the second leg, Sc on the marked stitch on the second leg (red in my Image 87, you can now remove the marker/pin), continue crocheting on the second leg 4Sc, INC, 4Sc, continue crocheting on the margin of the middle part 2Sc, INC, 3Sc (38) Consider this the end of the first row.

4.2 Body - Row 2 :

Sc in the marked stitch (purple in my case, you can remove the marker/pin), 4Sc, INC, 7Sc, INC, 4Sc, INC, 6Sc, INC, 6Sc, INC, 3Sc, INC, Sc (44)

4.2 Body - Rows 3-17 :

You will now start alternating the yarn colors. Follow the same 'd' and 'l' row instructions as in Body 1. (Rows 3 to 17 follow the same 'd'/'l' sequence and counts as Body 1.)

4.2 Body - Continue rows :

Continue with the same sequence of rows, adding stuffing to legs and body as you go (rows 18-27 follow the same stitch counts and color-change notes as Body 1). Mark ends of rows as shown in images and follow the same instructions to start the first horn after row 29.

4.3 Horns - First horn :

Continue crocheting in spiral, with lighter yarn ('l'). 1 row 5Sc (mark the last stitch with a marker/pin, red in my Image 98), 4Sc, INC, 5Sc, Chain 3, Connect to the marked stitch by making 1Sc. Mark this as the end of row. Continue in spiral. Follow the horn rows sequence 2-6 as shown in images until fasten off and hide tails.

4.3 Horns - Additional horns :

Follow the second and third horn construction as shown in Body 1 but with the marker positions and small count differences noted in the Body 2 photo sequence. Fasten off and hide the tails inside the horns.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach horns by reconnecting at the marked stitch positions on the body (see the orange and yellow marker references) and sew securely using a yarn needle, hiding tails inside the horn and body.
  • Sew front and back parts together by matching margins and stitching back loops only on the front to back loops only on the back for a seamless finish.
  • Attach masks and leaves using small whipstitches; place masks centered on the face area and embroider details using black embroidery yarn (Schachenmayr Catania Originals 0110 'schwarz').
  • For branches and fruits, insert a short piece of wire into the branch, secure with stitches inside the body, then stitch leaves and tiny red fruits to the wire stem.
  • Use pins to position arms, branches and masks before sewing; check symmetry and remove pins once sewing is complete to ensure correct placement.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds and special stitches, especially where the pattern instructs to mark front or back loops.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and test shape frequently to avoid overstuffing and to maintain the rounded body profile.
  • 💡When changing colors, pull up the loop in the new color before finishing the single crochet to make clean, seamless joins and carry yarn along the back to hide ends.

These little Leaf Spirits are perfect for gifting, decorating, or collecting — each one turns out unique with color changes and tiny masks. Theyre playful, portable, and full of handcrafted personality. Give them as whimsical companions to friends, or make a whole forest of different faces and colors. 🍃🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 10-14 cm tall depending on yarn and hook choice; using the recommended mercerized cotton and small hook gives the pictured size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but the finished size will change and you should use an appropriate hook; for a similar look use fine mercerized cotton and a small hook (1.4-2 mm).

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and requires experience with single crochet in spiral, invisible decreases, BLO/FLO, and color-changing techniques.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete one little spirit in about 5-7 hours, though time may vary depending on experience, finishing detail, and number of accessories made.

Are safety eyes required?

No, the pattern uses embroidered eyes and mask details; you can choose to use safety eyes if you prefer, but embroidery keeps the small scale and character of the masks.