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Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern

Millie the Melon Pig 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 Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern makes a cute melon-themed pig amigurumi complete with a ruffled skirt, embroidered seeds, and shaped features. You will crochet the head from the nose to the back, assemble all parts, and add embroidered details for personality. The instructions include eye placement, skirt shaping and step-by-step assembly guidance.

Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Recommended for intermediate crocheters familiar with amigurumi basics and working in continuous rounds. The pattern includes full materials, abbreviations and helpful photos to guide placement and finishing.

Why You'll Love This Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it blends simple amigurumi shaping with playful details like the melon skirt and embroidered seeds. I enjoy how the skirt adds character and makes the pig feel like a tiny costume design. The step-by-step head shaping and eye placement technique lets me create expressive faces every time. It is satisfying to see the pig come together during assembly and to add small personal touches like eyelashes and highlights.

Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easily you can customize Millie by changing yarn colors; try pastel shades for a softer look or bold brights for a playful twist.

I often change yarn weight and hook size to create different sizes—use bulky yarn with a larger hook for a cuddly chunky version or finer yarn for a tiny keychain size.

I like to add felt or embroidered patches to the skirt to create themed versions like strawberries or flowers.

Try swapping the safety eyes for embroidered eyes for a fully child-safe toy that is perfect for babies and toddlers.

I sometimes add wire to the arms so Millie can hold tiny props or be posed; just insert thin, coated wire before closure of the arm seam.

Change the skirt stitch pattern—use shells, picots or more ruffles—to create varied textures and silhouettes.

I recommend experimenting with eyelashes and eyebrow placement to give Millie unique expressions; small changes make big personality differences.

For a seasonal touch, change the skirt colors to match holidays or pastel palettes and add matching accessories like a tiny bow or scarf.

I also enjoy embroidering tiny details like freckles, dimples, or a little heart on the cheek to personalize each pig.

When gifting, consider making a mini outfit set with removable accessories—tiny hats, headbands, or a little bag—to make the toy interactive and extra special.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers when working in continuous rounds causes lost stitch counts; use a stitch marker at the start of each round and move it each round to keep track. ✗ Forgetting to stuff as you go results in lumpy, misshapen pieces; stuff gradually during shaping and add small amounts until you reach the desired firmness. ✗ Placing safety eyes too early or incorrectly will affect facial placement; place eyes between the specified rounds and count holes carefully before securing backs. ✗ Overtightening your tension makes pieces stiff and alters gauge; maintain consistent, moderate tension and practice on a swatch if needed to match sizing.

Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern

Create Millie, a sweet melon-themed pig amigurumi with bright, playful details. This pattern guides you step-by-step through crocheting the head, body, legs, arms, ears, tail and a ruffled melon skirt. You will learn assembly and finishing touches to bring Millie to life and personalize her look.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Millie the Melon Pig Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted Weight yarn (#4), approximately 100g main color
  • 02
    50-75g accent colors for skirt and details
  • 03
    Color A: Dark Pink (Red Heart Bubblegum) - accent for dress
  • 04
    Color B: Light Pink (Soft Pink) - body highlight and inner ear
  • 05
    Color C: Light Green (Keylime) - skirt main color
  • 06
    Color D: Dark Green (Jelly Bean) - skirt trim
  • 07
    Color E: White - skirt edge and details
  • 08
    Color F: Medium Pink (Pink) - nose and hooves
  • 09
    Color G: Mint (Red Heart Mint) - final skirt join and detailing

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size D (3.25 mm)
  • 02
    18 mm safety eyes (2 pieces)
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Sewing needle
  • 05
    Stitch markers
  • 06
    Polyester fiberfill stuffing
  • 07
    Black embroidery thread (optional for seeds and eyelashes)
  • 08
    Pins for assembly

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— Head :

Info :

Crocheted from front of nose to back of head. Starting with Color F:

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring= 6

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around= 12

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6= 18

Round 4 :

3 dc in the next 2 stitches, 2 sl, 3 dc in the next 2 stitches, 12 sc= 26

Info :

Change to Color B:

Round 5 :

BLO, 6 sc, dec(You will be decreasing in the 2 sl from previous round), 16 sc, dec= 24

Round 6 :

(7 sc, inc) x 3= 27

Round 7 :

sc in each st around

Round 8 :

(8 sc, inc) x 3= 30

Round 9 :

sc in each st around

Round 10 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6, 12 sc= 36

Round 11 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6, 12 sc= 42

Round 12 :

(4 sc, inc) x 6, 12 sc= 48

Round 13 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6, 12 sc= 54

Info :

Place eyes between rounds 11 and 12, leaving 13 holes between them. 1st eye is placed before the 2nd increase. Count 13 holes after the first eye and place the 2nd eye. If you want the sunken eye look, do not place the backs of the eyes on until round 22. TIP! You may have to adjust the eye placement depending on yarn and hook size you use.

Round 14-19 :

sc in each st around

Round 20 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6= 48

Round 21 :

(6 sc, dec) x 6= 42

Round 22 :

(5 sc, dec) x 6= 36

Info :

Now for the eyes. Stuff the head well. Cut a long piece of yarn and remove the eyes. Place the needle in the hole where the first eye was and thread the needle into a hole next to the eye hole. Go back and forth between each eye hole repeating the process from the first eye. Pull slightly on the yarn after going through each hole. Do this about 3 times on each side until you reach the look you want. Follow the pictures for help. There is also a youtube video I have for extra help on this process. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XoBnTY6k70&t=55s To place the backs of the eyes you will need to remove most of the stuffing to place the washers on the eyes then re stuff it.

Round 23 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6= 30

Round 24 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6= 24

Round 25 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6= 18

Round 26 :

(sc, dec) x 6= 12

Round 27 :

dec x 6= 6

Info :

F/O and sew the hole closed

— Legs and Body :

Info :

Starting with Legs (Make 2). Starting with Color F: Make 2 hooves:

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring= 6

Round 2 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Do not F/O the 2nd hoof! Continue crocheting to connect them:

Round Connect 1 :

Work a sc in the 1st hoof, 2 more sc, inc, (3 sc, inc) x 2= 15

Round Connect 2 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Change to Color B:

Round 3 :

sc in each st around

Round 4 :

(4 sc, inc) x 3= 18

Round 5 :

sc in each st around

Round 6 :

(5 sc, inc) x 3= 21

Round 7 :

sc in each st around

Info :

(On the 2nd leg, work an additional 16 sc, this is to move the starting point)

Info :

Do not F/O the 2nd leg! Continue crocheting to connect the legs together.

Round Connect 3 :

Ch 3, work a sc on the 1st leg to connect them together, work 20 more sc around the 1st leg, work 3 sc on the back of the ch 3, work 21 sc on the 2nd leg, work 3 sc on the front of the ch 3= 48

— Body Continued :

Round 1 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Start stuffing the legs and stuff the body as you work

Round 3 :

(7 sc, inc) x 6= 54

Round 4 :

(8 sc, inc) x 6= 60

Round 5-9 :

sc in each st around

Round 10 :

(8 sc, dec) x 6= 54

Round 11 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6= 48

Round 12 :

(6 sc, dec) x 6= 42

Round 13-14 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Change to Color A:

Round 15 :

sc in each st around

Round 16 :

BLO (5 sc, dec) x 6= 36

Round 17-20 :

sc in each st around

Round 21 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6= 30

Round 22-23 :

sc in each st around

Round 24 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6= 24

Round 25 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6= 18

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Tail :

Info :

With Color B:

Round 1 :

Ch 17

Round 2 :

inc in 2nd ch from hook and across= 32

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Ears (Make 2) :

Info :

With Color B:

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring= 6

Round 2 :

sc in each st around

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 3= 9

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 3= 12

Round 5 :

sc in each st around

Round 6 :

(sc, inc) x 6= 18

Round 7 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6= 24

Round 8-10 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Do not stuff the ears

Round 11 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6= 18

Round 12 :

(sc, dec) x 6= 12

Info :

Fold the ear in half and sc the opening closed. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Arms (Make 2) :

Info :

Starting with Color F: Make 2 hooves:

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring= 6

Round 2 :

Sc in each st around

Info :

Do not F/O the 2nd hoof!

Round 3 :

Work a sc in the 1st hoof to connect them together, work 11 more sc around= 12

Round 4 :

(3 sc, inc) x 3= 15

Round 5 :

Sc in each st around

Info :

Change to Color B:

Round 6 :

(3 sc, dec) x 3= 12

Round 7 :

Sc in each st around

Round 8 :

Dec, 10 sc= 11

Round 9 :

Sc in each st around

Info :

Stop stuffing the arms

Round 10 :

Dec, 9 sc= 10

Round 11 :

sc in each st around

Round 12 :

Dec, 8 sc= 9

Round 13-17 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Fold the arm in half and sc the opening closed. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Skirt :

Info :

Starting with Color C: Turn the body upside down with the back side of the pig facing you. Attach the yarn to the center stitch with a sl st on round 16 of the body.

Round 1 :

ch 4(counts as the 1st dc), in the next st dc + ch 1. Repeat around the body. Sl st in the 3rd starting chain to join.

Round 2 :

Ch 3, dc + Ch 1 + 2 dc in same st, *skip 1st ch space, in the next ch space work 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc* Repeat from * to *, sl st in the 3rd chain to join

Round 3 :

Ch 3, dc +Ch 1 + 2 dc in same st, *skip 1st ch space, in the next ch space work 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc* Repeat from * to *, sl st in the 3rd chain to join

Info :

Change to Color D:

Round 4 :

Ch 2, Work a hdc in each st around, join to top of ch 2 with a sl st

Info :

Change to Color E:

Round 5 :

Repeat round 4

Info :

F/O and weave in any tails.

Info :

With Color G: Turn the body upside down and attach the yarn with a sl st in between the skirt and top. Sl st around the body in between those rounds: F/O and weave in the tail ends

— Assembly :

Item Name (Head and Body) :

1. Cut a long strand of white yarn. Thread your needle with the strand. Insert the needle into a hole on the head. Bring the needle up to a corner on the lower eye. Bring the needle around the eye to a corner on the upper eye. Pull tightly on the strand. Repeat for the 2nd eye. This gives the highlight on the eye. 2. Take a long strand of black yarn. Thread your needle and insert the needle into a hole on the body. Embroider some black spots for watermelon seeds on the dark pink part of the dress. 3. Take a long strand of black embroidery thread and embroider eyelashes on the face. 4. Pin the head to the body for extra support. You may need to add more stuffing as you sew. 5. Sew the head onto the body.

Item Name (Ears) :

1. Pin the ears onto the head approximately between rounds 21 and 22. 2. Sew the ears onto the head.

Item Name (Tail) :

1. Pin the tail onto the body right underneath the skirt. 2. Sew the tail onto the body.

Item Name (Arms) :

1. Pin the arms onto the side of the body approximately between rounds 23 and 24. 2. Sew the arms onto the body.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach head to body by pinning for placement then sewing securely around the neck opening; you may need to add stuffing to fill gaps as you sew.
  • Embroider black seed spots on the dark pink dress area using black yarn before final head attachment for better placement and security.
  • Pin ears between rounds 21 and 22, aligning both ears symmetrically, then sew through the ear base to the head using a long tail for a neat finish.
  • Pin the arms on the sides approximately between rounds 23 and 24, angle slightly toward the front and sew firmly through base rounds to secure them.
  • Position and sew the tail directly under the skirt center, making sure it sits snugly beneath the hem before finishing stitches.

Important Notes

  • 💡Do not join rounds unless stated; work in a continuous spiral for amigurumi pieces.
  • 💡Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round and move it each round to avoid losing your place.
  • 💡All stitches are worked in both loops unless otherwise noted; check notes for BLO (back loops only) instructions.
  • 💡Stuff pieces gradually while shaping to maintain smooth, even form and avoid lumps during assembly.

Thank you for choosing Millie the Melon Pig! I hope this little pig brings color and smiles to your home. Share your finished Millie with me—I love seeing your creations. 🧶🌸🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 12 inches from foot to top of head when using worsted weight yarn and a 3.25 mm hook as recommended.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but the final size will change; switch to a hook appropriate for your chosen yarn and adjust eye and nose placement accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate; basic experience with single crochet, increases, decreases and working in continuous rounds is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

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