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Magikarp Amigurumi Pattern

Magikarp Amigurumi Pattern
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2-4 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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Bite-Sized Project

Finishes in 2-4 hours—perfect for an afternoon of creative relaxation.

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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 Magikarp Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a small Magikarp amigurumi with a rounded body, embroidered details, and separate crocheted fins. You will work most pieces in rounds and attach row-worked fins for authentic shape. The design includes simple shaping, a stitched mouth, and knotted feelers for character.

Magikarp Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Clear round-by-round instructions are provided for the eyes, body, mouth, tail and fins. The pattern uses basic single crochet techniques and short row pieces for fins.

Why You'll Love This Magikarp Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it captures the playful personality of Magikarp in a compact, easy-to-make toy. I enjoy how the row-worked fins add a different technique to the mostly round-based body, giving a satisfying contrast in construction. The finishing touches like embroidered lines and knotted feelers really bring the character to life and make each piece unique. As a maker, I appreciate that it is quick to finish yet offers opportunities for personalization and color changes.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to change colors to create other fish species; swap orange for pastel or bold colors to match your taste.

I sometimes make a mini version by using thinner yarn and a smaller hook, which makes adorable keychain-sized Magikarps.

I also enjoy adding embroidered eyelashes or blushed cheeks to give each fish its own personality; try a tiny bit of pink yarn for cheeks.

If you want a sturdier version, I add a bit more stuffing and a felt backing for the tail before sewing it on to keep the shape crisp.

I often replace the safety eyes with small sewn black French knots for a more handmade look; this is great for gifts for small children.

To make a display set, I crochet several in different sizes and arrange them as a school of fishes on a shelf or mobile.

I sometimes use metallic or variegated yarn for the lips or fins to add a subtle shimmer and extra interest to the piece.

If you prefer simpler construction, you can cut fin shapes from felt and glue them to the body instead of crocheting the fins, as suggested in the pattern.

I recommend experimenting with different stitch tensions for a firmer or softer finish; tighter tension will give a more solid toy, while looser creates a squishier finish.

For gifting, I like to add a small loop at the top of the backfin to turn the Magikarp into a hanging ornament or keyring.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the instruction to work front loops only on round 16 will make the mouth placement incorrect; follow the front loops only note carefully. ✗ Stuffing the body too tightly prevents the flattened shape needed for the mouth and tail; stuff gradually and stop before overfilling. ✗ Not leaving yarn tails when fastening off the fins and tail makes sewing them on difficult; leave a long tail for secure attachment. ✗ Miscounting after increase rounds leads to uneven shaping and fit of eyes; count your stitches at the end of each increase round to confirm the count.

Magikarp Amigurumi Pattern

Make your own adorable Magikarp with this friendly crochet amigurumi pattern. The instructions guide you step-by-step through the body, fins, tail, eyes and finishing touches so you can create a charming fish for display or gifting. Perfect for crafters who enjoy small toys with simple assembly and playful details. Follow the clear rounds and row-based fin instructions to bring this little Pokemon to life.

Intermediate 2-4 Hours

Materials Needed for Magikarp Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Orange yarn (body main color) - quantity as needed for small amigurumi
  • 02
    White yarn (for tail edge, pectoral fins, eye whites) - small amount
  • 03
    Yellow yarn (for backfin and belly fin) - small amount
  • 04
    Pink yarn (for lips) - small amount
  • 05
    Black yarn (for mouth embroidery and fin lines) - small amount
  • 06
    4.5mm safety eyes (2 pieces)
  • 07
    Polyester stuffing (small amount)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    4.5mm safety eyes (2 pieces)
  • 02
    Polyester stuffing
  • 03
    Darning/yarn needle for sewing and embroidery
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Sewing needle (for threading feelers)

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The pattern is worked in rounds unless it says otherwise. You do not need to join rounds.

— Eyes :

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make 2

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With white yarn, ch2

Round 1 :

4sc in second chain from the hook (4)

Round 2 :

2sc in every st around (8)

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Fo, leaving a tail of yarn to sew the eyes to the body.

— Body :

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With orange yarn, ch2

Round 1 :

6sc in second chain from the hook (6)

Round 2 :

2sc in every st around (12)

Round 3 :

1sc in every st around (12)

Round 4 :

*1sc in first st, 2sc in next st* repeat ** 5 times (18)

Round 5-6 :

1sc in every st around (18)

Round 7 :

*1sc in first 2st, 2sc in next st* repeat ** 5 times (24)

Round 8-11 :

1sc in every st (24)

Round 12 :

*1sc in first 2st, dec1* repeat ** 5 times (18)

Round 13-14 :

1sc in every st (18)

Round 15 :

*1sc in first st, dec1* repeat ** 5 times (12)

Round 16 :

1sc in every st around, front loops only! (12)

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Fo, attach the eyes and stuff the body. Make sure not to stuff too tightly, since the body needs to be flattened a bit to get the right shape.

— Mouth :

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To make the mouth, attach black (or in this case, dark grey) yarn to round 16 of the body, back loops only!

Round 1 :

1sc in every st around (12)

Round 2 :

dec6 (6)

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Fo and weave in the ends, closing the gap with an end of yarn.

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Then, you attach pink yarn to round 16 of the body and sc1 all around (12) this gives you the lips. Fo and weave in the ends.

— Tail :

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With white yarn, ch2

Round 1 :

6sc in second chain from the hook (6)

Round 2 :

2sc in every st around (12)

Round 3 :

*1sc in first st, 2sc in next st* repeat ** 5 times (18)

Round 4 :

*1sc in first 2st, 2sc in next st* repeat ** 5 times (24)

Round 5 :

*1sc in first 3st, 2sc in next st* repeat ** 5 times (30)

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Switch to orange yarn, fold your work and crochet together with about 15sc. Fo, leave an end of yarn to sew the tail to the body. With black yarn, embroider two lines down the tail.

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Now it's time to work on the fins! Please note that these are worked in rows! Also, if you're having trouble figuring this part out, you can always cut the right shapes out of felt and glue them to the body ^_^

— Backfin :

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With yellow yarn

Row 1 :

ch4, turn

Row 2 :

starting from the second chain from the hook sc in every ch, ch1, turn (3)

Row 3 :

1sc in every st, ch3, turn

Row 4 :

starting from the second chain from the hook sc5, ch1, turn (5)

Row 5 :

sc2, ch2 turn

Row 6 :

starting from the second chain from the hook sc3, fo and leave an end of yarn to sew the backfin on top of the body.

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Your end result should look like this:

— Bellyfin :

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With yellow yarn

Row 1 :

ch3, turn

Row 2 :

starting from second chain from the hook, sc2, ch1, turn

Row 3 :

sc1, ch2, turn

Row 4 :

sc2, ch1, turn

Row 5 :

sc1, ch3, turn

Row 6 :

sc3, ch1 but don't turn

Row 7 :

work a row of sc along the side of your work. Fo and leave a tail of yarn to attach the belly fin to the underside of the body.

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Your end result should look like this:

— Pectoral Fins :

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make 2

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With white yarn

Row 1 :

ch7, turn

Row 2 :

sc6, ch1, turn

Row 3 :

sc4, ch3, turn

Row 4 :

sc6, fo.

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Attach orange yarn to the side of the fin and ss around the side and top of the fin. Fo and leave a tail of yarn to attach the fins to the sides of the body. using black yarn, embroider two lines across the fins.

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Make sure you make a right and a left fin, by ss across a different side for each fin. Or else, the orange rim will be at the bottom of one of the fins!

— Feelers (P1) :

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For the feelers, cut a length of yellow yarn and make a nice big knot at the end. Thread it in a needle and insert the yarn through a gap between stitches. Make it come out through a stitch just below the eyes, so that the knot at the end stays firmly inside. Do the same on the other side and cut the ends to be the desired length.

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Tadaa~, your very own Magikarp is done!

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the eyes to the body using the tails left from finishing the eye pieces; position them on either side of the head and stitch securely.
  • Sew the tail to the rear opening of the body using the long yarn tail left after folding and joining the tail; secure firmly with several passes.
  • Sew the backfin to the top of the body using the yarn tail left at the end of the backfin, positioning it centered along the top ridge.
  • Attach the belly fin to the underside of the body using the tail left on the belly fin and sew evenly so it lays flat.
  • Sew the pectoral fins to the sides of the body using the tails left from the fins, making a right and left fin so the orange rim faces outward; embroider black fin lines afterward.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work round 16 of the body in the front loops only to create the correct ridge for the mouth attachment.
  • 💡Do not overstuff the body; it should be slightly flattened to obtain the correct Magikarp shape.
  • 💡Leave long yarn tails when finishing off small pieces so you can sew them securely to the body.

This Magikarp amigurumi pattern brings a playful fish to life with small details and simple shaping. It's a perfect quick make for fans of cute creatures and Pokemon alike. Share your finished fish with friends or keep it as a sunny desk companion. 🧶🐟✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi size will vary by yarn and hook choice, but typical small amigurumi made with similar yarn and hook sizes will be a few inches long; measure as you go to match your preferred scale.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will change the final size and look; adjust your hook accordingly and remember that eyes and embellishment placement will shift with size.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes you are comfortable with single crochet, increases, decreases, working in the front and back loops, and basic sewing/embroidery techniques.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 2-4 hours depending on experience and finishing detail time, though times may vary with customization and assembly pace.