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Mommy Kangaroo & Baby Amigurumi Pattern

Mommy Kangaroo & Baby Amigurumi Pattern
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About This Mommy Kangaroo & Baby Amigurumi Pattern

Create a sweet Mommy Kangaroo with a tiny Baby Kangaroo tucked into her pouch using DK weight yarn and a 2.5 mm hook. The pattern includes full round-by-round instructions for head, ears, nose, body, belly, pouch, legs, arms, tail and assembly photos. You will learn shaping techniques like increases, decreases, back-loop decreases and working small flat pieces for the pouch and belly.

Mommy Kangaroo & Baby Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The design is carefully photographed and annotated so you can follow placement and finishing steps with confidence. Perfect for intermediate crocheters who want a detailed toy project.

Why You'll Love This Mommy Kangaroo & Baby Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines classic amigurumi shaping with a heartwarming mother-and-baby concept that feels special to gift. I enjoy the small details — the pouch, the tiny baby proportions, and the option to add eye depth with yarn — that make the finished pair look polished. The pattern is satisfying to work through because each piece is clear and photographed, which helps when assembling. I take pride in designing pieces that are both cute and structurally sound so you can enjoy them for years.

Mommy Kangaroo & Baby Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Mommy Kangaroo & Baby Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Mommy Kangaroo & Baby Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Mommy Kangaroo & Baby Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize the colors of this kangaroo; switch to pastel shades for a nursery-friendly version or bright colors for a playful toy.

Want a chunkier, cuddlier mama? Use a bulkier yarn and a larger hook — remember this will increase the finished size and yarn requirements.

For a miniature keychain baby, use fingering weight yarn with a smaller hook to make a tiny version that fits in the palm of your hand.

I often add embroidered eyebrows or tiny felt accessories like a bow or scarf to give personality to each kangaroo.

Try different eye options — safety eyes, embroidered eyes, or French knots — to change the character and safety profile for young children.

Experiment with adding a small pocket on the pouch or a removable blanket for the baby to hold; small crochet props make the set extra special.

If you want posable limbs, consider inserting thin wire inside the legs or tail before sewing them closed for gentle posing.

Adjust the pouch depth by adding or removing rows before closing to make a snug or roomy pocket for the baby.

I sometimes quilt the belly or add contrasting stripes by switching colors mid-row to create a patterned tummy for a unique look.

Make a matching family by changing sizes — scale up the original pattern for a larger parent, or create sibling-sized babies with slight stitch adjustments.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers when working rounds can make counting increases and decreases difficult; place a marker at the start of each round to keep your stitch count accurate. ✗ Overstuffing body parts makes shaping hard and distorts seams; stuff gradually and check the shape often, adding small amounts until the piece is firm but flexible. ✗ Not marking eye placement before closing the head results in uneven placement; draw the hole under the stitch on round 19 and use contrasting yarn to mark both eyes before securing. ✗ Working with inconsistent tension causes uneven rounds and mismatched pieces; keep your tension steady and check gauge by comparing finished parts as you go. ✗ Failing to leave long sewing tails makes assembly frustrating; always fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing or attaching parts so you have enough yarn to secure pieces neatly.

Mommy Kangaroo & Baby Amigurumi Pattern

This charming Mommy Kangaroo and Baby amigurumi pattern teaches you how to crochet a cuddly mama kangaroo with a tiny baby in her pouch. You will follow step-by-step rounds, clear photos, and assembly guidance so your finished duo looks neat and professional. The pattern uses DK weight yarn and a small hook for tight stitches, making a sturdy toy perfect for gifting or display.

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Mommy Kangaroo & Baby Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Scheepjes Soft Fun (DK weight, cotton-acrylic blend) - approx. 2.5 skeins main color (for Mommy)
  • 02
    Scheepjes Soft Fun - half skein for belly and pouch (beige tones) for Mommy
  • 03
    Scheepjes Soft Fun - small amount for nose (Pecan 2491) and leftover for details
  • 04
    Color examples: Cedar (2631) or Tawny (2633) main colors; Belly/pouch: Wheat (2533) or Tortilla (2632); Nose: Pecan (2491)
  • 05
    If using a larger hook or looser gauge, have at least 3 skeins or more of the main color

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.5 mm
  • 02
    Fibrefill/toy stuffing
  • 03
    Security eyes 11 mm (mommy) and 7 mm (baby)
  • 04
    Stitch marker
  • 05
    Scissors
  • 06
    Embroidery needle
  • 07
    Yarn needle for sewing pieces together
  • 08
    Pins for assembly and positioning

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— Head (Mommy) :

Info :

Work with Brown color.

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2 :

[inc] x 6 (12)

Rnd 3 :

[1 sc, inc] x 6 (18)

Rnd 4 :

1 sc, inc, [2 sc, inc] x 5, 1 sc (24)

Rnd 5 :

[3 sc, inc] x 6 (30)

Rnd 6 :

30 sc (30)

Rnd 7 :

2 sc, inc, [4 sc, inc] x 5, 2 sc (36)

Rnd 8-11 :

36 sc – 4 rounds (36)

Rnd 12 :

18 sc, inc, 17 sc (37)

Rnd 13 :

18 sc, inc, 18 sc (38)

Rnd 14 :

19 sc, inc, 18 sc (39)

Rnd 15 :

19 sc, inc, 19 sc (40)

Rnd 16 :

20 sc, inc, 19 sc (41)

Rnd 17 :

20 sc, inc, 20 sc (42)

Rnd 18 :

3 sc, inc, [6 sc, inc] x 5, 3 sc (48)

Info :

Now we will mark where to place the security eyes. Take a piece of yarn in another color and draw it in the hole under the stitch. Use another piece of yarn for the other eye.

Rnd 19 :

7 sc, inc, 7 sc, mark the hole under next stitch: inc, [7 sc, inc] x 2, mark next stitch same way, 1 sc, 6 sc, inc, 7 sc, inc (54) See picture 01.

Rnd 20 :

4 sc, inc, [8 sc, inc] x 5, 4 sc (60)

Rnd 21-28 :

60 sc – 8 rounds (60)

Info :

Now place the security eyes where you marked with different yarn on round 19. Use 11 mm security eyes (if using 2.5 mm hook, otherwise use what fits the gauge best).

Rnd 29 :

4 sc, dec, [8 sc, dec] x 5, 4 sc (54)

Rnd 30 :

54 sc (54)

Rnd 31 :

[7 sc, dec] x 6 (48)

Rnd 32 :

48 sc (48)

Rnd 33 :

3 sc, dec, [6 sc, dec] x 5, 3 sc (42)

Rnd 34 :

[5 sc, dec] x 6 (36)

Rnd 35 :

2 sc, dec, [4 sc, dec] x 5, 2 sc (30)

Info :

Stuff the head firmly with filling and keep doing as you go.

Rnd 36 :

[3 sc, dec] x 6 (24)

Rnd 37 :

1 sc, dec, [2 sc, dec] x 5, 1 sc (18)

Continue :

Continue on next page.

Rnd 38 :

[1 sc, dec] x 6 (12)

Rnd 39 :

[dec] x 6 (6)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a small yarn tail. Weave the yarn tail through the front loops of each stitch and pull it tight to close. Then weave in the yarn end. Give the eyes more depth by drawing a piece of yarn from one side to the other. Optional: add white area to the eyes as shown; knot tails to bottom of head to avoid weaving in tails.

— EARS :

Info :

Make 2. Work with Brown color. Do not stuff.

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2 :

[2 sc, inc] x 2 (8)

Rnd 3 :

[3 sc, inc] x 2 (10)

Rnd 4 :

[4 sc, inc] x 2 (12)

Rnd 5 :

[5 sc, inc] x 2 (14)

Rnd 6 :

[6 sc, inc] x 2 (16)

Rnd 7 :

[7 sc, inc] x 2 (18)

Rnd 8 :

[8 sc, inc] x 2 (20)

Rnd 9-14 :

20 sc – 6 rounds (20)

Rnd 15 :

[8 sc, dec] x 2 (18)

Rnd 16 :

[7 sc, dec] x 2 (16)

Info :

Fold the piece, and crochet 4 sc across the stitches. (If it's easier, you can sew across the stitches instead of crocheting.) Fasten off and leave a long tail to sew to the head.

— Nose :

Info :

This piece will be worked in rows. Chains are not counted in the total. Work with Darkbrown color.

Row 1 :

3 sc in a magic ring (3)

Row 2 :

1 ch, turn the piece, skip ch and start on next st; inc, 1 sc, inc (5)

Row 3 :

1 ch, turn, skip ch and start on next st; inc, 3 sc (7)

Row 4-6 :

1 ch, turn, skip ch and start on next st; 7 sc – 3 rows (7)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail to sew the nose to the head.

— Body :

Info :

Work with Brown color.

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2 :

[inc] x 6 (12)

Rnd 3 :

[1 sc, inc] x 6 (18)

Rnd 4 :

1 sc, inc, [2 sc, inc] x 5, 1 sc (24)

Rnd 5 :

[3 sc, inc] x 6 (30)

Rnd 6 :

2 sc, inc, [4 sc, inc] x 5, 2 sc (36)

Rnd 7 :

[5 sc, inc] x 6 (42)

Rnd 8 :

3 sc, inc, [6 sc, inc] x 5, 3 sc (48)

Rnd 9 :

[7 sc, inc] x 6 (54)

Rnd 10 :

4 sc, inc, [8 sc, inc] x 5, 4 sc (60)

Rnd 11 :

60 sc (60)

Rnd 12 :

[9 sc, inc] x 6 (66)

Rnd 13-25 :

66 sc – 13 rounds (66)

Rnd 26 :

[9 sc, dec] x 6 (60)

Rnd 27 :

3 sc, [2 sc, dec] x 4, 41 sc (56)

Rnd 28 :

6 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec, 42 sc (54)

Rnd 29 :

[7 sc, dec] x 6 (48)

Rnd 30 :

2 sc, [2 sc, dec] x 3, 34 sc (45)

Rnd 31 :

45 sc (45)

Rnd 32 :

26 sc, dec, 2 sc, dec, 13 sc (43)

Rnd 33 :

43 sc (43)

Info :

Stuff the body firmly with filling and keep doing as you go.

Rnd 34 :

6 sc, dec, 20 sc, dec, 13 sc (41)

Rnd 35 :

6 sc, dec, 33 sc (40)

Rnd 36 :

6 sc, dec, 32 sc (39)

Rnd 37 :

[11 sc, dec] x 3 (36)

Rnd 38 :

36 sc (36)

Rnd 39 :

2 sc, dec, [4 sc, dec] x 5, 2 sc (30)

Rnd 40-43 :

30 sc – 4 rounds (30)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail to sew the body to the head. (Body finished, see picture 13.)

— Belly :

Info :

Work with Beige color. On each row you will skip the turnings chain/s and start on next st. Turn the piece after each row. Make 12 chains. Start on the third ch from the hook. Both BELLY and POUCH will be worked in rows. BELLY is worked with hdc, and POUCH is worked with dc.

Row 1-3 :

10 hdc, 2 ch – 3 rows (10)

Row 4 :

Hdc-inc, 8 hdc, hdc-inc, 2 ch (12)

Row 5-6 :

12 hdc, 2 ch – 2 rows (12)

Row 7 :

Hdc-inc, 10 hdc, hdc-inc, 2 ch (14)

Row 8-9 :

14 hdc, 2 ch – 2 rows (14)

Row 10 :

Hdc-inc, 12 hdc, hdc-inc, 2 ch (16)

Row 11-12 :

16 hdc, 2 ch – 2 rows (16)

Row 13 :

Hdc-inc, 14 hdc, hdc-inc, 2 ch (18)

Row 14-19 :

18 hdc, 2 ch – 6 rows (18)

Row 20 :

18 hdc, 1 ch (18)

Row 21 :

Skip first hdc, 15 hdc, dec, 2 ch (16)

Row 22 :

16 hdc, 1 ch (16)

Row 23 :

Skip first hdc, 13 hdc, dec (14)

Info :

Fasten off and leave an extra long tail to sew the belly to the body. Belly finished, see picture 14.

— Pouch :

Info :

Work with Beige color. On each row you will skip the turnings chain/s and start on next st. Turn the piece after each row. Make 42 chains. Start on the third ch from the hook.

Row 1 :

40 dc, 2 ch (40)

Row 2 :

40 dc, 1 ch (40)

Row 3 :

Skip first dc, 1 dc, dc-dec, 32 dc, [dc-dec] x 2, 1 ch (36)

Row 4 :

33 dc, dc-dec, 2 ch (34)

Row 5 :

34 dc, 1 ch (34)

Row 6 :

Skip first dc, 31 dc, dc-dec, 1 ch (32)

Row 7 :

Skip first dc, 1 dc, [3 dc, dc-dec] x 6, 1 ch (25)

Row 8 :

Skip first dc, 2 dc, dc-dec, [2 dc, dc-dec] x 5, 1 ch (18)

Row 9 :

Skip first dc, 1 dc, dc-dec, [1 dc, dc-dec] x 4, dc-dec, 1 ch (11)

Row 10 :

Skip first dc, 1 dc, [dc-dec] x 4, 1 dc (6)

Info :

Fasten off and leave an extra long tail to sew the pouch to the belly and body. Pouch finished, see picture 15 and 16.

— Legs :

Info :

Make 2. Work with Brown color. Before you start, leave a long tail to use for sewing the leg to the body. Insert the crochet hook between round 3 and 4 and pull out the long tail to attach later.

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2 :

[inc] x 6 (12)

Rnd 3 :

[1 sc, inc] x 6 (18)

Rnd 4 :

1 sc, inc, [2 sc, inc] x 5, 1 sc (24)

Rnd 5 :

[3 sc, inc] x 6 (30)

Rnd 6 :

2 sc, inc, [4 sc, inc] x 5, 2 sc (36)

Rnd 7 :

[17 sc, inc] x 2 (38)

Rnd 8 :

[18 sc, inc] x 2 (40)

Rnd 9 :

[19 sc, inc] x 2 (42)

Rnd 10-15 :

42 sc – 6 rounds (42)

Rnd 16 :

[5 sc, dec] x 6 (36)

Rnd 17 :

36 sc (36)

Rnd 18 :

2 sc, dec, [4 sc, dec] x 5, 2 sc (30)

Rnd 19 :

[3 sc, dec] x 6 (24)

Rnd 20 :

[2 sc, dec] x 6 (18)

Info :

Stuff the leg very lightly with filling so it still looks flat. Tip: press the piece against the body and check how much you want it to stick out before adding filling. Now make 8 ch. Next stitch will be the new beginning for next round, so move your stitch marker.

Rnd 21 :

Start on the second chain from the hook; inc, 6 sc, continue on the leg, 8 sc, [inc] x 2, 8 sc, continue on the other side of the chain, 6 sc, inc (36) See picture 19 or watch my tutorial.

Rnd 22 :

[Inc] x 2, 5 sc, dec, 8 sc, [inc] x 2, 8 sc, dec, 5 sc, [inc] x 2 (40)

Rnd 23 :

[1 sc, inc] x 2, 12 sc, [1 sc, inc] x 3, 14 sc, [1 sc, inc] x 2 (47)

Rnd 24 :

[2 sc, inc] x 2, 12 sc, [2 sc, inc] x 3, 14 sc, [2 sc, inc] x 2 (54)

Rnd 25-26 :

54 sc – 2 rounds (54)

Rnd 27 :

[7 sc, dec] x 6 (48)

Rnd 28 :

3 sc, dec, [6 sc, dec] x 5, 3 sc (42)

Rnd 29 :

42 sc (42)

Rnd 30 :

Work this round in back loops: [5 sc, dec] x 6 (36)

Rnd 31 :

[4 sc, dec] x 6 (30)

Rnd 32 :

[dec] x 3, 8 sc, [dec] x 3, 10 sc (24)

Rnd 33 :

[dec] x 2, 5 sc, [dec] x 3, 7 sc, dec (18)

Rnd 34 :

[1 sc, dec] x 6 (12)

Rnd 35 :

[dec] x 6 (6)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a small yarn tail. Weave the yarn tail through the front loops of each stitch and pull it tight to close. Then weave in the yarn end. (Legs finished, see picture 20.)

— Arms :

Info :

Make 2. To keep the arms flat, do not stuff. If you still want to add stuffing, add lightly. Work with Brown color.

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2 :

[inc] x 6 (12)

Rnd 3 :

[5 sc, inc] x 2 (14)

Rnd 4-10 :

14 sc – 7 rounds (14)

Rnd 11 :

[5 sc, dec] x 2 (12)

Info :

Now put the stitches together and make 6 sc across.

Rnd 12 :

1 ch, skip ch and start on next stitch; 6 sc in front loops, 6 sc in back loops (12)

Rnd 13-18 :

12 sc – 6 rounds (12)

Rnd 19 :

[4 sc, dec] x 2 (10)

Rnd 20 :

[3 sc, dec] x 2 (8)

Rnd 21 :

[dec] x 4 (4)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long yarn tail. Weave the yarn tail through the front loops of each stitch and pull it tight to close. Rest of the yarn tail you will use for attaching the arm to the body. Flatten the arms as shown. (Arm finished, see picture 25.)

— Tail :

Info :

Work with Brown color.

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2 :

[2 sc, inc] x 2 (8)

Rnd 3 :

[3 sc, inc] x 2 (10)

Rnd 4 :

[4 sc, inc] x 2 (12)

Rnd 5 :

[5 sc, inc] x 2 (14)

Rnd 6 :

5 sc, [inc] x 2, 5 sc, dec (15)

Rnd 7 :

6 sc, [inc] x 2, 7 sc (17)

Rnd 8 :

7 sc, [inc] x 2, 6 sc, dec (18)

Rnd 9 :

5 sc, [1 sc, inc] x 2, [inc, 1 sc] x 2, 5 sc (22)

Rnd 10 :

22 sc (22)

Rnd 11 :

5 sc, [2 sc, inc] x 2, [inc, 2 sc] x 2, 5 sc (26)

Rnd 12 :

26 sc (26)

Rnd 13 :

5 sc, [3 sc, inc] x 2, [inc, 3 sc] x 2, 5 sc (30)

Rnd 14 :

dec, 28 sc (29)

Rnd 15 :

4 sc, [4 sc, inc] x 2, [inc, 4 sc] x 2, 5 sc (33)

Rnd 16 :

31 sc, dec (32)

Rnd 17 :

4 sc, [5 sc, inc] x 2, [inc, 5 sc] x 2, 4 sc (36)

Rnd 18 :

dec, 34 sc (35)

Rnd 19 :

3 sc, [6 sc, inc] x 2, [inc, 6 sc] x 2, 4 sc (39)

Rnd 20 :

dec, 37 sc (38)

Rnd 21 :

dec, 15 sc, [inc] x 2, 19 sc (39)

Rnd 22 :

17 sc, [inc] x 2, 20 sc (41)

Rnd 23 :

dec, 16 sc, [inc] x 2, 21 sc (42)

Rnd 24 :

18 sc, [inc] x 2, 22 sc (43)

Info :

Stuff the tail with filling. Fasten off and leave a long tail to sew to the body. (Tail finished, see picture 26.)

— Feet :

Info :

Make 2. Work with Brown color. Do not stuff.

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2-7 :

6 sc – 6 rounds (6)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long yarn tail. Weave the yarn tail through the front loops of each stitch and pull it tight to close. Insert the needle into the middle of the magic ring and pull it out between rounds 5-6. Do not cut the yarn tail; you will use this to sew to the upper legs. (Feet finished, see picture 36.)

— Upper Legs :

Info :

Make 2. Work with Brown color.

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2 :

[inc] x 6 (12)

Rnd 3 :

[1 sc, inc] x 6 (18)

Rnd 4 :

18 sc (18)

Rnd 5 :

[1 sc, dec] x 6 (12)

Rnd 6 :

[dec] x 6 (6)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail to sew to the body. Take one of the foot pieces and with its yarn tail, attach it at rounds 3-4 of the leg. Weave in the yarn. Note: place the feet on each leg on the opposite side of each other. (Upper legs finished, see pictures.)

— Baby Head :

Info :

Work with Brown color.

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2 :

[inc] x 6 (12)

Rnd 3 :

[1 sc, inc] x 6 (18)

Rnd 4-6 :

18 sc – 3 rounds (18)

Rnd 7 :

1 sc, inc, [2 sc, inc] x 5, 1 sc (24)

Rnd 8 :

[3 sc, inc] x 6 (30)

Rnd 9-11 :

30 sc – 3 rounds (30)

Info :

Place the security eyes between round 7 and 8, with 8 stitches (on rnd 8) between the eyes. Use 7 mm security eyes.

Rnd 12 :

[3 sc, dec] x 6 (24)

Rnd 13 :

24 sc (24)

Rnd 14 :

1 sc, dec, [2 sc, dec] x 5, 1 sc (18)

Rnd 15 :

[1 sc, dec] x 6 (12)

Rnd 16 :

[dec] x 6 (6)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a small yarn tail. Weave through front loops to close and weave in the yarn end. (Head finished, see pictures.)

— Baby Body :

Info :

Work with Brown color.

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2 :

[inc] x 6 (12)

Rnd 3 :

[1 sc, inc] x 6 (18)

Rnd 4 :

1 sc, inc, [2 sc, inc] x 5, 1 sc (24)

Rnd 5-8 :

24 sc – 4 rounds (24)

Rnd 9 :

2 sc, dec, [4 sc, dec] x 3, 2 sc (20)

Rnd 10-12 :

20 sc – 3 rounds (20)

Rnd 13 :

[3 sc, dec] x 4 (16)

Rnd 14-15 :

16 sc – 2 rounds (16)

Info :

Stuff the body with filling and fasten off leaving a tail to sew to the head. (Body finished, see picture 30.)

— Baby Ears :

Info :

Make 2. Work with Brown color. Do not stuff.

Rnd 1 :

4 sc in a magic ring (4)

Rnd 2 :

[inc, 1 sc] x 2 (6)

Rnd 3 :

[inc, 2 sc] x 2 (8)

Rnd 4 :

[inc, 3 sc] x 2 (10)

Rnd 5-6 :

10 sc – 2 rounds (10)

Rnd 7 :

[dec, 3 sc] x 2 (8)

Info :

Fold the piece, take a needle and sew across the stitches. Fasten off and leave a long tail to sew to the head.

— Baby Arms :

Info :

Make 2. Work with Brown color. Do not stuff.

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2-4 :

6 sc – 3 rounds (6)

Info :

Now put the stitches together and make 3 sc across. (See picture 21 on page 12.)

Rnd 5 :

1 ch, skip ch and start on next stitch; 3 sc in front loops, 3 sc in back loops (6)

Rnd 6-9 :

6 sc – 4 rounds (6)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long yarn tail. Weave the yarn tail through the front loops to close. Rest of tail used for attaching the arm to the body. (Arms finished.)

— Baby Tail :

Info :

Work with Brown color. Do not stuff the tail with filling; it should be soft and bendable when you put the baby in Mommy's pouch.

Rnd 1 :

4 sc in a magic ring (4)

Rnd 2 :

[1 sc, inc] x 2 (6)

Rnd 3 :

6 sc (6)

Rnd 4 :

[inc] x 2, 4 sc (8)

Rnd 5 :

1 sc, [inc] x 2, 5 sc (10)

Rnd 6 :

2 sc, [inc] x 2, 6 sc (12)

Rnd 7 :

3 sc, [inc] x 2, 6 sc (14)

Rnd 8 :

5 sc, [inc] x 2, 6 sc (16)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a yarn tail to sew the tail to the body. (Tail finished, see picture 34.)

— Baby Feet :

Info :

Make 2. Work with Brown color. Do not stuff.

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2-7 :

6 sc – 6 rounds (6)

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long yarn tail to sew to the upper legs. (Feet finished.)

Assembly Instructions

  • Start by attaching the nose to the head between rnd 3 and 7. With the yarn tail make a line under the nose, twice between rnd 4 and 5 to create the mouth line.
  • Attach the pouch around the lower part of the belly so that the pouch follows the edge of the belly, and sew securely in place with matching yarn.
  • Attach the head to the body between rounds 18 and 27 of the head. Before closing add some filling to the neck so the body and head are steady, then sew the opening closed.
  • Attach the ears to the head between rounds 25 and 28, aligned above the eyes so the ears point upwards and are symmetrical.
  • Place the legs on each side of the body and pin before sewing; check balance and that legs point straight forward. The body should sit approx 3.5 cm above the ground.
  • Attach the tail to the body between rounds 6 and 21, centered between the legs on the back, pin and check balance before sewing.
  • Attach the arms on each side of the body between rounds 31 and 35 using the remaining yarn tails from the arms for neat attachment.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of rounds and the start of each round, especially when you change shape or add chains and bridges.
  • 💡Stuff firmly but not overstuffed; overstuffing can distort shaping and make sewing parts together difficult.
  • 💡Pin and position all parts before sewing to ensure correct symmetry and balance, especially legs and tail for stable standing.
  • 💡When placing safety eyes, mark holes first with contrast yarn and double-check spacing before securing the eyes.
  • 💡Weave in ends as you go when possible to avoid a large finishing session at the end.

Thank you for choosing this Mommy Kangaroo & Baby pattern — I hope it brings joy and a cozy handmade touch to your home. This design is made with love and photographed to guide you through every step, from shaping to final assembly. Happy crocheting and enjoy making your own little kangaroo family! 🧶🐾

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished Mommy Kangaroo measures approximately 30.5 cm (12 inches) in height and the Baby Kangaroo measures about 12.5 cm (5 inches) when using DK weight yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, but the final size and look will change; adjust your hook accordingly. If using a thicker yarn and larger hook, you may need more yarn (3 skeins or more) and to check that the fabric remains tight enough for safety eyes.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes you know single crochet, increases, decreases, half double crochet, double crochet, and how to work in rounds and rows.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

This is a multi-day project and typically takes about 12-15 hours overall, depending on your speed, experience, and how many breaks you take while assembling and sewing pieces.