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Lion Gryffin Amigurumi Pattern

Lion Gryffin Amigurumi Pattern
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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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Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive crocheting.

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About This Lion Gryffin Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern teaches you how to crochet a small Gryffindor lion amigurumi complete with a felted mane, shield, and tiny sword. It uses sport-weight yarn, wire for a posable tail, and simple embroidery for expressive facial details. Step-by-step instructions and photos help you complete each element and assemble the toy with professional results.

Lion Gryffin Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You will work separate pieces (paws, tail, legs, head, ears, mane, shield and accessories) and then assemble them into a charming finished lion. Techniques include amigurumi rounds, color changes, felting and basic embroidery.

Why You'll Love This Lion Gryffin Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines classic amigurumi techniques with playful character details that bring the lion to life. I enjoy how the felted mane adds texture and personality — it really transforms a crocheted head into a charming face. The shield and sword accessories let me add storytelling to the toy and make it feel special. Sewing and finishing are rewarding steps where the character truly appears, and I always look forward to that moment.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize the colors — try pastel shades for a softer look or bold team colors for a themed toy.

To make the lion bigger or smaller change the yarn weight and hook size; bulky yarn gives a cuddly chunky lion while fingering weight creates tiny collectibles.

I often switch the mane technique: use long-loop stitches instead of felting for a fluffy textured mane that is easier and quicker.

For different expressions, adjust eyebrow placement and the shape of the embroidered mouth; small changes dramatically change the character.

Turn the shield into a different house or a personalized crest by changing colors and embroidering initials using the water-soluble canvas method.

Make the tail non-posible by omitting the wire and creating a soft fully-crocheted tail if you prefer a child-safe toy.

Add clothing or accessories like a tiny scarf, hat, or removable cloak using leftover yarn to create more character and play value.

Use safety joints and larger safety eyes for a sturdier display piece, or embroider eyes for a fully handmade look for small children.

I sometimes add a small bell or bead inside the shield or a sewn-in label for gifting; it’s a nice finishing touch and makes a set feel complete.

Experiment with metallic floss for the sword and crest details to create sparkle — it makes the accessories pop in photographs and display.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds causes loss of the round start; place a marker at the first stitch of each round and move it every row to maintain alignment. ✗ Using a larger hook than recommended will show stuffing through stitches and change size; switch to a smaller hook and check gauge to keep the shape tight. ✗ Stuffing too early or unevenly creates lumps and misshapen limbs; stuff gradually and firmly, shaping as you go for smooth contours. ✗ Not securing wire ends or cotter pins properly can make the joints unstable; wrap wire ends and fix cotter pins with pliers and glue before closing the body. ✗ Cutting yarn ends too short makes sewing pieces difficult later; leave long tails for sewing and weaving in to ensure secure joins. ✗ Changing color without catching threads can leave loose floats; carry the yarn neatly or use the half-sc technique described to create clean color joins.

Lion Gryffin Amigurumi Pattern

Create an adorable Gryffindor-inspired lion amigurumi with this detailed crochet pattern. You will make a posable little lion with a felted mane, shield, and sword—perfect as a special gift or collectible. The pattern includes step-by-step rounds, photos, and finishing tips so you can follow along with confidence. Designed to give you a charming finished toy with personality and lots of hand-sewn detail.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Lion Gryffin Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Beige yarn YarnArt "Jeans" 07 - Beige (Sport 12 wpi)
  • 02
    Brown yarn YarnArt "Jeans" 71 - Cacao (Sport 12 wpi)
  • 03
    Yellow cotton yarn YarnArt "Jeans" 35 - Orange (Sport 12 wpi)
  • 04
    Burgundy yarn YarnArt "Jeans" 66 - Bordeux (Sport 12 wpi)
  • 05
    Wire aluminium, diameter 0.95mm (for tail/posability)
  • 06
    Filler (polyester stuffing) sufficient to stuff body and limbs
  • 07
    Ginger wool for felting Gamma FNR-050 (color 0230) for mane
  • 08
    Orange floss thread Gamma №3248 analogue DMC №728 (for crest embroidery)
  • 09
    Black & white floss threads (for facial details)
  • 10
    Silver metallized floss thread Gamma №0420 analogue DMC №310 (for sword)
  • 11
    Black safety eyes 6mm (2 pieces)
  • 12
    Teddy joints (cotter pin T-shaped 25*2.00mm, shim 3*20mm, disk 10mm)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 1.75mm
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 1.5mm
  • 03
    Needle for sewing
  • 04
    Felting needle Gamma FNR-050 №50
  • 05
    Scissors & round-nose pliers
  • 06
    Pins & markers, lots of pins!
  • 07
    Transparent glue Moment Gel
  • 08
    Water soluble canvas (for crest embroidery)
  • 09
    Needle comb (for mane felting)
  • 10
    Pliers for cotter pin & joint assembly

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— Hands :

Use :

brown & beige yarn, hook 1.75

1r :

start with brown yarn 8sc in MR(pic 1), join the beige yarn (pic 2), brown yarn don’t cut off.

2r :

2sc, inc*3, 3sc (11)

3r :

3sc, claw, 1sc, claw, 1sc, claw, 3sc (11) (pic 5)

4r :

2sc, dec*3, 3sc (8)

5-10r :

8sc in the each round

11r :

(2sc, dec*2 (6), close the round with sl st/ Fasten the yarn and cut off. Repeat for the second paw (pic 6).

Info :

HOW TO make claws: Grab brown yarn, pull out, complete sc with beige yarn (pic 3-4)

— Tail :

Use :

beige yarn, hook 1.75; ginger wool, felting needle

Info :

Cut 15cm/5,9'' of wire. Wrap both ends of the wire as shown in the (pic 7-8). Wrap the wire with beige yarn and glue in one layer (pic 9).

1r :

6sc in MR (8)

2-31r :

6sc in the each yarn

32r :

(2sc, inc)*2 (8)

33r :

crochet 4sc taking over the wire, 4sc (8)

34r :

8sc, close the round with sl st. Fasten the yarn and cut off.

Info :

Cut wool 15cm/5,9'' long and 5cm/2'' wide. Thread 20cm/7,9'' of beige yarn into the needle (pic 14). Put the wool in and place the yarn with the needle in the center folded in half. Roll up the wool and start felting with needle. When the base is tight enough insert the needle into the ring amigurumi tail and pull out (pic 19-21). Cut off excess and leave about 3cm/1'' (pic 22-23). Make incisions with scissors and felt some more. The tail is done!

— Legs-Body :

Use :

brown & beige yarn, hook 1.75; filler; teddy joints; wire, glue

1r :

3ch, crochet 10sc on both sides, close the round with sl st. Fasten the yarn and cut off (pic 26). Join the beige yarn.

2r :

inc*4, 4sc (12) (pic 27)

3r :

12sc

4r :

1sc, dec*4, 3sc (8)

5-6r :

8sc in the each round

7r :

2sc, inc, 5sc (9)

8r :

9sc

9r :

3sc, inc, 5sc (10), close the round with sl st. Fasten the yarn and cut off for the fist leg (pic 28). Repeat all steps for the second leg, but don’t cut off (pic 29).

10r :

make 2 sl st, crochet 7ch, join to the 9th stitch of the first leg’s last round. Crochet around rhe resulting piece, making two increases to the sides (pic 30-32).

11r :

36sc

12r :

(5sc, inc)*6 (42)

13r :

42sc

14r :

35sc, crochet 4sc grabbnig the stitches of the last tound of tail, 2sc (42) (pic 33-34)

15r :

35sc, crochet 4sc grabbing the stitches of the last tound of tail, 2sc (42) (pic 35-36)

16r :

42sc

17r :

3sc, inc, (6sc, inc)*5, 3sc (48)

18-23r :

48sc in the each round

24r :

3sc, dec, (6sc, dec)*5, 3sc (42)

25r :

42sc

26r :

(5sc, dec)*6 (36) (pic 37)

Info :

Set the paws on their sides, focusing on the claws, they should look in the opposite direction from the tail (pic 38).

27r :

7sc, crochet around the paw (6 st), 18sc, crochet around the paw (6 st), 11sc (48) (pic 39-40)

28r :

3sc, dec, (6sc, dec)*5, 3sc (42)

29r :

(5sc, dec)*6 (36)

30r :

(2sc, dec)*9, set the wire (27)

Info :

HOW TO set wire: Measure the length from the nails of one paw to the nails of the other paw with a pencil and thread. Cut the wire and wrap it around with glue and yarn. Insert the wire in the legs (pic 43-48).

31r :

(1sc, dec)*9 (18)

32r :

(1sc,dec)*6 (12). Insert cotter pin into shim (pic 50)

33r :

dec*6 (6), close the ring. Fasten the yarn and cut off.

— Head :

Use :

brown & beige yarn, hook 1.75; black & white floss, needle; safety eyes

1r :

8sc in MR

2r :

inc*8 (16)

3r :

(1sc, inc)*8 (24)

4r :

1sc,inc, (2sc, inc)*7, 1sc (32)

5r :

(3sc, inc)*8 (40)

6r :

2sc, inc, (4sc, inc)*7, 2sc (48)

7-11r :

48sc in the each round

Info :

Put the disk on cotter pin and wrap the ends with pliers (pic 53-55)

12r :

22sc, join the brown yarn, 4sc with brown yarn, beige yarn - 22sc (48) (pic 56-57)

13r :

18sc, 2ch, 2sc, 4sc with brown yarn, beige yarn - 2sc, 2ch, 18sc (48)

14r :

22sc, 4sc with brown yarn, beige yarn - 22sc (48)

15r :

22sc, 4sc with brown yarn, beige yarn - 22sc (48)

16r :

(9sc, dec)*2, 4sc with brown yarn, (9sc, dec)*2 (44)

17r :

4sc, dec, 8sc, dec, 4sc, dec, with brown yarn - 4sc, with beige yarn - 4sc, dec, 8sc, dec, 4sc (40)

Info :

Insert the safety eyes at holes (pic 58-59)

18r :

2sc, dec, (4sc, dec)*2, 2sc, with brown yarn - 4sc, with beige (2sc, dec, (4sc, dec)*2, 2sc (34)

19r :

(3sc, dec)*3, with brown yarn - inc, 2sc, inc, beige yarn - (dec, 3sc)*3 (30). Fasten the brown yarn and cut off.

20r :

(3sc, dec)*6 (24)

21r :

1sc, dec, (2sc, dec)*5, 1sc (18)

22r :

(1sc, dec)*6 (12)

23r :

dec*6, close the ring. Fasten the yarn and cut off. Embroider the muzzle.

Info :

HOW TO embroider muzzle: Embroider a triangle with black floss. Make stitches from the bottom of the nose to the top (pic 61-63). After sewing the nose, take the needle to the bottom of the nose and embroidered mouth. Play with the eyebrows. Notice that when you embroider the brows, the lion’s mood will change (pic 64,66). Detach one warp from the white floss and sew a stitch from the top corner of the eye to the bottom corner (pic 65).

— Ears :

Use :

brown & beige yarn, hook 1,75

Instruction :

Crochet 6dc in MR with brown yarn. Close the round with sl st. Fasten the yarn and cut off (pic 67).

Instruction :

Crochet 6dc in MR with beige yarn. Close the round with sl st (pic 68). Next row crochet both the beige and brown parts of the ear (pic 69).

Next row :

Turn, 1sc, inc*4, 1sc (10). Close the round with sl st. Fasten the yarn and cut off leaving a long end (pic 70). Crochet two ears.

— Mane :

Use :

ginger wool, felting needle

Instruction :

Set the ears with pins so that between the brown stripe from the nose and the ears fit a piece of wool (pic 71-73). Sew on the ears. Felting mane (pic 74-76).

— Sword of Gryffindor :

Use :

silver metallized floss, hook 1.5, needle

Instruction :

Make 20ch (pic 81). Crochet 3sc, 3ch, 2sl st in small chain, 17 sl st in big chain (pic 83). Turn, 17sl st in omther side of chain, 3ch, 2sl st in small chain, 3sc. Close the round with sl st. Fasten the thread and cut off (pic 84). Sew on a red bead or make a small dot with acrylic paint or nail polish (pic 87-88).

— House crest :

Use :

burgundy & orange yarn, hook 1.75; canvas, orange floss, needle

Orange yarn (Yarn E) 1r :

10 ch, turning, 9sc (9)

2r :

1ch, turning, 9sc (9)

3r :

1ch, turning, 8sc, inc (10)

4r :

1ch, turning, 10sc (10)

5r :

1ch, turning, 9sc, inc (11)

6r :

1ch, turning, 11sc (11)

7r :

1ch, turning, 10sc, inc (12)

8-9r :

1ch, turning, 12sc (12) Change the to burgundy (Yarn C). To get a beautiful line when changing color in the next row crochet the sc in this way - half of the sc with orange yarn, and the other half with burgundy (pic 89-90).

Burgundy yarn 11-14r :

1ch, turning, 12sc (12)

15r :

1ch, turning, 10sc, dec (11)

16r :

1ch, turning, 11sc (11)

17r :

1ch, turning, 9sc, dec (10)

18r :

1ch, turning, 10sc (10)

19r :

1ch, turning, 8sc, dec (9)

20r :

1ch, turning, 9 sl st (9)

Info :

Take another end of the orange yarn ball and change the yarn. In the next row turn the direction as shown on pic 92 and crochet part of the sc in this way - half of the sc with burgundy yarn, and the other half with orange and then vice versa (pic 89).

21r :

10sc (burgundy + orange),10 sc (orange + burgundy) (20) Cut the orange yarn.

22r :

1ch, turning, 10sc (burgundy), 10sc (orange)* (20)

Info :

* grab the thread that you leave in the row 10.

23r :

1ch, turning, 10sc (orange), 10sc ((burgundy)) (20)

24r :

1ch, turning, 10sc (burgundy), 10sc (orange) (20)

25r :

1ch, turning, 10sc (orange), 10sc (burgundy) (20)

26r :

1ch, turning, 10sc (burgundy), 10sc (orange) (20)

27r :

1ch, turning, 10sc (orange), 10sc (burgundy) (20)

28r :

1ch, turning, dec, 8sc (burgundy), 8sc, dec (orange) (18)

29r :

1ch, turning, dec, 7sc (orange), 7sc, dec (burgundy) (16)

30r :

1ch, turning, dec, 6sc (burgundy), 6sc, dec (orange) (14)

31r :

1ch, turning, dec, 5sc (orange), 5sc, dec (burgundy) (12)

32r :

1ch, turning, dec, 4sc (burgundy), 4sc, dec (orange) (10)

33r :

1ch, turning, dec, 3sc (orange), 3sc, dec (burgundy) (8)

34r :

1ch, turning, dec, 2sc (burgundy), 2sc, dec (orange) (6)

35r :

1ch, turning, dec, sc (orange), sc, dec (burgundy) (4)

36r :

1ch, turning, dec (burgundy), dec (orange) (2)

37r :

1ch, turning, dec. Next crochet the detail around the perimeter in a counter-clockwise direction from the point «Start» using jacquard technique for changing color - 16sc (burgundy), 19sc (orange), 19sc (burgundy), 16sc, sl st in the 1st dec (orange) (71)

Info :

Embroider the lines with burgundy yarn and fix it with dark red threads to hide the "stages" (pic 94-96).

— Scarf :

Use :

burgundy yarn, hook 1.75; orange yarn, needle

1r :

5ch, turning, 4sc (4)

2-100r :

1ch, turning, 4sc (4)

Info :

Use pins to mark the location of the stripes (pic 105). For the stripes to be at an equal distance, fold the scarf 2-3-4 times (pic 106), depending on its length. Thread the yellow yarn into the needle and make a knot on one of the ends. Pick the wrong side of the scarf yourself and insert the needle into the center, next to the pin. Insert the needle carefully without piercing the scarf. Make two turns (pic 106-107), wrapping the scarf. Take the needle out in the center of the wrong side. Step back two rows and make two more turns around the scarf (pic 109-110). Step back about 10 rows and make the next turn next to the pin. Repeat all steps next to each pin. Fasten the yarn and cut it off (pic 111). Cut 8 strands of burgundy yarn 6cm/2.4'' long for the fringe (pic 112-116).

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the tail and paws after preparing the wire: insert the wire through the legs and secure inside the body, then sew the body closed around the wire and cotter pin with the disk in place to set the joints.
  • Insert the cotter pin into the shim and disk, then place it into the body opening and wrap the ends with pliers to secure the joint (pic 50-55).
  • Sew the head onto the body opening firmly using the long tail, align the brown stripe on the nose with the body center and stuff the head firmly before closing.
  • Set and sew ears between the brown nose stripe and the brown stripe on the head; pin in place first to check symmetry, then sew securely.
  • Embroider the muzzle and eyebrows after installing the eyes; use black floss to stitch the nose and mouth as shown in the photos for expression.
  • Sew the house crest and sword onto the shield or body as desired; fix the embroidered canvas and rinse off the water-soluble canvas before final assembly.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds, especially when joining legs and changing color sections.
  • 💡Crochet tightly enough so that the padding does not show through the toy; if you can’t crochet tighter, switch to a smaller hook.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and evenly while shaping to avoid lumps and preserve the silhouette of the lion.
  • 💡Pin parts in place before sewing to ensure correct positioning and symmetry of ears, mane, paws and crest.

This charming Gryffindor lion is a lovely project for amigurumi lovers who enjoy character details and finishing. The pattern guides you through shaping, felting a mane, and creating tiny accessories like a sword and crest. Make one as a gift or as a special keepsake that shows off your crochet and embroidery skills. 🧶 🦁 ✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 14-18 cm tall when using the recommended sport weight yarn and 1.75mm hook; exact size will vary with tension and yarn choice.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but the final size and amount of stuffing will change; choose a hook appropriate for the yarn and expect to adjust wire length and joint sizes.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate; basic knowledge of amigurumi rounds, increases, decreases, and simple color changes is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 8-10 hours, depending on experience, finishing details and whether you add embroidery or extra accessories.