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Sparky and Persephone Amigurumi Pattern

Sparky and Persephone 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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Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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About This Sparky and Persephone Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates two whimsical dachshund-inspired amigurumi characters named Sparky and Persephone with long noses and expressive eyes. You will work in the round with color changes and detailed shaping to achieve the signature faces. The pattern includes full instructions for head, body, limbs, ears, tail, bolts, spots and assembly.

Sparky and Persephone Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Detailed photos and notes guide you through eye placement, stuffing, and sewing for neat finishes. Perfect for intermediate crocheters ready to explore shaping and character details.

Why You'll Love This Sparky and Persephone Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it brings so much personality to two characters with just basic stitches and clever shaping. I enjoy how the long noses and large eyes transform simple rounds into expressive faces. The pattern lets me be creative with color placement, eye sizes, and embroidered details which makes each finished doll unique. Seeing someone finish their Sparky or Persephone and share photos always makes me smile and inspires new design ideas.

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Switch Things Up

I love customizing this pattern by swapping colors — try pastel shades for a softer look or deep jewel tones for a dramatic effect.

You can change the size by using a different yarn weight and hook: bulky for a chunky, cuddly version or sport weight for a tiny collectible.

I often experiment with eye sizes and finishes — painted wooden eyes, safety eyes, or embroidered eyes each give very different expressions.

Add wire in the limbs for posability if you want standing or articulated figures; secure wire ends inside stuffing carefully to prevent poking out.

Try embroidering scars, stitches, or freckles with contrasting yarn for character details and personality.

Make matching outfits or tiny props — a little crocheted scarf, bolt accessories, or mini collars bring extra charm.

Mix fibers like boucle or textured yarn for hair pieces to give a fluffy, unique hair effect on Persephone.

Use felt or small appliques for the square on the back for a cleaner edge if you prefer not to crochet it.

I sometimes add a small loop or keyring to make a mini version into a bag charm — reduce rounds or use finer yarn to scale it down.

Experiment with shading around the eyes using pastel chalk or eyeshadow before sealing for a subtle, smoky look that photographs beautifully.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers at the beginning of rounds leads to lost stitch counts and uneven shaping; place a marker at the first stitch of every round and move it as you work. ✗ Not stuffing gradually causes lumps or collapses in narrow shapes like the nose; add small amounts of stuffing frequently and shape as you go to avoid gaps. ✗ Forgetting to secure color changes results in loose ends and messy transitions; weave in ends or crochet over tails at color changes to keep edges neat. ✗ Placing eyes without checking spacing can give an odd expression or overlap; count holes carefully and use pins to test placement before securing the backs of the eyes.

Sparky and Persephone Amigurumi Pattern

Create two charming dachshund-style amigurumi characters — Sparky and Persephone — using simple amigurumi techniques and clear step-by-step rounds. This pattern guides you through shaping long noses, expressive eyes, and cute sewn-on patches for a unique, hand-crafted look. Perfect for gifting or adding personality to your handmade collection, with full assembly and finishing instructions.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Sparky and Persephone Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted Weight yarn (#4), approximately 150g of main color (Color B/Gray used for much of the body)
  • 02
    Accent yarns: 50-75g total for Color A (Black) and Color C (White) for nose, ears, hair and accents
  • 03
    Color A: Black - approx 50g
  • 04
    Color B: Gray - approx 150g main color
  • 05
    Color C: White - approx 50g for hair/square and details
  • 06
    Optional smaller amounts of black embroidery thread for stitches and eyelashes

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size D / 3.25 mm
  • 02
    Safety eyes 40 mm (Sparky)
  • 03
    Safety eyes 34 mm (Persephone)
  • 04
    Optional safety eyes 30 mm or 18 mm for variation
  • 05
    Water-based acrylic paint (white and black) for painting eyes
  • 06
    Nail polish sealer to seal painted eyes
  • 07
    Scissors
  • 08
    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving ends
  • 09
    Stitch markers
  • 10
    Polyester fiberfill stuffing
  • 11
    Pins for assembly
  • 12
    Small paintbrush for eyes
  • 13
    Optional false eyelashes and black embroidery thread

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— Sparky Head :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring = 6

Round 2 :

(sc, inc) x 3 = 9

Round 3 :

(2 sc, inc) x 3 = 12

Round 4-6 :

sc in each st around

Round 7 :

(2 sc, dec) x 3 = 9

Info :

Stuff the nose

Round 8 :

(sc, dec) x 3 = 6

Info :

Change to Color B

Round 9 :

Increase in each st around = 12

Round 10 :

sc in each st around

Round 11 :

(sc, inc) x 6 = 18

Round 12-13 :

sc in each st around

Round 14 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 = 24

Round 15-16 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Stuff the head as you work

Round 17 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 = 30

Round 18-19 :

sc in each st around

Round 20 :

(4 sc, inc) x 6 = 36

Round 21-22 :

sc in each st around

Round 23 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6 = 42

Round 24-25 :

sc in each st around

Round 26 :

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

Round 27 :

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

Round 28 :

(6 sc, inc) x 6, 12 sc = 60

Round 29-37 :

sc in each st around

Round 38 :

(8 sc, dec) x 6 = 54

Round 39 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Place eyes between rows 27 and 28, leaving 20 holes between them. 1st eye is placed before the 2nd increase. Count 20 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 42. The backs of the large eyes will be hard to place. They may overlap. Check this before you place the backs of the eyes. TIP! You may have to adjust the eye placement depending on yarn and hook size you use.

Round 40 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6 = 48

Round 41 :

(6 sc, dec) x 6 = 42

Round 42 :

(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.

Info :

Use some black eyeshadow to paint around the eye hole. This will give your Sparky the dark look around the eyes. Place the eye in the hole to make sure you have dusted on enough black. There is also a youtube video for extra help: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XoBnTY6k70&t=55s

Info :

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 43 :

(5 sc, dec) x 6 = 30

Round 44 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6 = 24

Round 45 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 = 18

Round 46 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6 = 12

Round 47 :

dec x 6 = 6

Info :

F/O and sew the hole closed.

— Sparky Body :

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 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 = 24

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 = 30

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc) x 6 = 36

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6 = 42

Round 8 :

(6 sc, inc) x 6 = 48

Round 9 :

(7 sc, inc) x 6 = 54

Round 10 :

(8 sc, inc) x 6 = 60

Round 11-15 :

sc in each st around

Round 16 :

(8 sc, dec) x 6 = 54

Round 17-18 :

sc in each st around

Round 19 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6 = 48

Round 20-21 :

sc in each st around

Round 22 :

(6 sc, dec) x 6 = 42

Round 23-24 :

sc in each st around

Round 25 :

(5 sc, dec) x 6 = 36

Round 26-27 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Start stuffing the body

Round 28 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6 = 30

Round 29-30 :

sc in each st around

Round 31 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 = 24

Round 32-33 :

sc in each st around

Info :

If you decide to use the 15 mm safety eyes for bolts, place them between rounds 31 and 32 of the body. Approximately 11 holes between them. Do not secure the washers too tightly. There is also a crochet version of bolts on page 8 if you would prefer to use that.

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Sparky Arms (Make 2) :

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 4-5 :

sc in each st around

Round 6 :

7 sc, dec x 2, 7 sc = 16

Round 7 :

6 sc, dec x 2, 6 sc = 14

Round 8-13 :

Sc in each st around

Info :

Stuff the arms as you work

Round 14 :

Dec, 12 sc = 13

Round 15-20 :

Sc in each st around

Round 21 :

Dec, 11 sc = 12

Info :

Stop stuffing the arms

Round 22-26 :

Sc in each st around

Round 27 :

(4 sc, dec) x 2 = 10

Round 28-29 :

Sc in each st around

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Sparky Tail :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring = 6

Round 2-3 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Stuff the tail as you work

Round 4 :

(sc, inc) x 3 = 9

Round 5-6 :

sc in each st around

Round 7 :

(2 sc, inc) x 3 = 12

Round 8-9 :

sc in each st around

Round 10 :

(3 sc, inc) x 3 = 15

Round 11-20 :

sc in each st around

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Sparky Legs (Make 2) :

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 4-5 :

Sc in each st around

Round 6 :

7 sc, dec x 2, 7 sc = 16

Round 7 :

6 sc, dec x 2, 6 sc = 14

Info :

Stuff the legs as you work

Round 8-11 :

Sc in each st around

Round 12 :

Dec, 12 sc = 13

Round 13-16 :

Sc in each st around

Info :

Stop stuffing the legs

Round 17 :

Dec, 11 sc = 12

Round 18-21 :

sc in each st around

Round 22 :

(4 sc, dec) x 2 = 10

Round 23 :

sc in each st around

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Sparky Bolts (Make 2) :

Item :

I chose to use safety eyes for bolts but there is a crochet version here if you prefer that.

Round 1 :

Make a magic ring. Ch 1, make 6 sc into the magic ring, join to the 1st sc with a sl st

Round 2 :

Ch 1, sc in each st around, join to the 1st sc with a sl st

Round 3 :

Ch 1, increase in each st around, join to the 1st sc with a sl st = 12

Info :

Stuff the bolt as you work lightly

Round 4 :

Ch 1, BLO sc in each st around, join to the 1st sc with a sl st

Round 5 :

Ch 1, BLO dec x 6, join to the 1st sc with a sl st = 6

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Sparky Ears (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

Make 4 sc into a magic ring = 4

Round 2 :

sc in each st around

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 2 = 6

Round 4 :

sc in each st around

Round 5 :

(sc, inc) x 3 = 9

Round 6 :

sc in each st around

Round 7 :

(2 sc, inc) x 3 = 12

Round 8 :

sc in each st around

Round 9 :

(3 sc, inc) x 3 = 15

Round 10 :

sc in each st around

Round 11 :

(4 sc, inc) x 3 = 18

Round 12-14 :

sc in each st around

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Square on Back :

Item :

With Color C: Ch 11. 1. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across = 10. 2. Ch 1, turn, sc across = 10. 3-8 Repeat row 2. F/O and leave an extra long tail for sewing

— Spots (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring = 6

Round 2 :

(sc, inc) x 3 = 9

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Persephone Head :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring = 6

Round 2 :

(sc, inc) x 3 = 9

Round 3-5 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Stuff the nose

Round 6 :

(sc, dec) x 3 = 6

Info :

Change to Color B

Round 7 :

Increase in each st around = 12

Round 8-9 :

sc in each st around

Round 10 :

(3 sc, inc) x 3 = 15

Round 11-12 :

sc in each st around

Round 13 :

(4 sc, inc) x 3 = 18

Round 14-15 :

sc in each st around

Round 16 :

(5 sc, inc) x 3 = 21

Round 17-18 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Stuff the head as you work

Round 19 :

(6 sc, inc) x 3 = 24

Round 20-21 :

sc in each st around

Round 22 :

(7 sc, inc) x 3 = 27

Round 23-24 :

sc in each st around

Round 25 :

(8 sc, inc) x 3 = 30

Round 26-27 :

sc in each st around

Round 28 :

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

Round 29 :

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

Round 30 :

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

Round 31 :

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

Round 32 :

(6 sc, inc) x 6, 12 sc = 60

Round 33-34 :

sc in each st around

Round 35 :

sc in each st around with an additional 10 stitches. The last stitch of this round will be the beginning of each row from now on.

Info :

Place eyes between rows 30 and 31, 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 row 64. The backs of the large eyes will be hard to place. They may overlap. Check this before you place the backs of the eyes. TIP! You may have to adjust the eye placement depending on yarn and hook size you use.

Round 36 :

Ch 1, turn, dec, 26 sc, dec = 28

Round 37 :

Ch 1, turn, dec, 24 sc, dec = 26

Round 38 :

Ch 1, turn, dec, 22 sc, dec = 24

Round 39 :

Ch 1, turn, dec, 20 sc, dec = 22

Round 40 :

Ch 1, turn, dec, 18 sc, dec = 20

Round 41 :

Ch 1, turn, dec, 16 sc, dec = 18

Round 42 :

Ch 1, turn, dec, 14 sc, dec = 16

Round 43 :

Ch 1, turn, dec, 12 sc, dec = 14

Round 44 :

Ch 1, turn, dec, 10 sc, dec = 12

Info :

Change to Color A: Do not Ch 1, turn your work. Make 12 sc across, Make 6 sc going down one side, Make 30 sc around the head, Make 6 sc going up one side of the head = 54

Round 45 :

Do not Ch 1, turn your work, Make 12 sc across, Make 6 sc going down one side, Make 30 sc around the head, Make 6 sc going up one side of the head = 54

Round 46 :

sc in each st around

Round 47 :

(8 sc, inc) x 6 = 60

Round 48 :

(9 sc, inc) x 6 = 66

Round 49-52 :

sc in each st around

Round 53 :

(9 sc, dec) x 6 = 60

Round 54-55 :

sc in each st around

Round 56 :

(8 sc, dec) x 6 = 54

Round 57-58 :

sc in each st around

Round 59 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6 = 48

Round 60-61 :

sc in each st around

Round 62 :

(6 sc, dec) x 6 = 42

Round 63-64 :

sc in each st around

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. Use some black eyeshadow to paint around the eye hole. This will give your Persephone the dark look around the eyes. Place the eye in the hole to make sure you have dusted on enough black. Follow the pictures for help. There is also a youtube video for extra help on this process: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XoBnTY6k70&t=55s

Round 65 :

(5 sc, dec) x 6 = 36

Round 66 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6 = 30

Round 67 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 = 24

Round 68 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6 = 18

Round 69 :

(sc, dec) x 6 = 12

Round 70 :

Dec x 6 = 6

Info :

F/O and sew the hole closed.

— Persephone Body :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring = 6 (Starting with Color A)

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around = 12

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 = 18

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 = 24

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 = 30

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc) x 6 = 36

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6 = 42

Round 8 :

(6 sc, inc) x 6 = 48

Round 9-12 :

sc in each st around

Round 13 :

(6 sc, dec) x 6 = 42

Info :

Stuff the body as you work

Round 14 :

sc in each st around

Round 15 :

(5 sc, dec) x 6 = 36

Round 16 :

sc in each st around

Round 17 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6 = 30

Info :

Change to Color B: 18-22. sc in each st around

Info :

Change to Color A: 23. (4 sc, inc) x 6 = 36

Round 24 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6 = 42

Round 25 :

(6 sc, inc) x 6 = 48

Round 26 :

(7 sc, inc) x 6 = 54

Round 27 :

(8 sc, inc) x 6 = 60

Round 28-32 :

sc in each st around

Round 33 :

(8 sc, dec) x 6 = 54

Round 34 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6 = 48

Round 35 :

sc in each st around

Round 36 :

(6 sc, dec) x 6 = 42

Round 37 :

(5 sc, dec) x 6 = 36

Round 38 :

sc in each st around

Round 39 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6 = 30

Round 40 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 = 24

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Persephone Ears (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

Make 4 sc into a magic ring = 4

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around = 8

Round 3 :

(inc, sc) x 4 = 12

Round 4 :

(inc, 2 sc) x 4 = 16

Round 5 :

(inc, 3 sc) x 4 = 20

Round 6 :

(inc, 4 sc) x 4 = 24

Round 7 :

Sc in each st around

Round 8 :

(inc, 5 sc) x 4 = 28

Round 9-10 :

Sc in each st around

Round 11 :

(inc, 6 sc) x 4 = 32

Round 12-15 :

Sc in each st around

Round 16 :

(dec, 14 sc) x 2 = 30

Round 17 :

Sc in each st around

Round 18 :

(dec, 13 sc) x 2 = 28

Round 19 :

Sc in each st around

Round 20 :

(dec, 12 sc) x 2 = 26

Round 21 :

Sc in each st around

Round 22 :

(dec, 11 sc) x 2 = 24

Info :

Do not stuff the ears

Round 23 :

Sc in each st around

Round 24 :

(dec, 10 sc) x 2 = 22

Round 25 :

Sc in each st around

Round 26 :

(dec, 9 sc) x 2 = 20

Round 27 :

Sc in each st around

Round 28 :

(dec, 8 sc) x 2 = 18

Round 29 :

Sc in each st around

Round 30 :

(dec, 7 sc) x 2 = 16

Round 31-35 :

Sc in each st around

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Arms/Legs (Make 4) :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring = 6 (Starting with Color B)

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around = 12

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 = 18

Round 4-5 :

sc in each st around

Round 6 :

7 sc, dec x 2, 7 sc = 16

Round 7 :

6 sc, dec x 2, 6 sc = 14

Info :

Stuff the arms as you work

Round 8-9 :

sc in each st around

Round 10 :

Dec, 12 sc = 13

Round 11-12 :

sc in each st around

Round 13 :

Dec, 11 sc = 12

Round 14-15 :

sc in each st around

Round 16 :

Dec, 10 sc = 11

Info :

Stop stuffing the arms and legs

Round 17-18 :

sc in each st around

Round 19 :

Dec, 9 sc = 10

Info :

Change to Color A: 20. sc in each st around. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Tail (Persephone / Variation) :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring = 6 (Starting with Color A)

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around = 12

Round 3-5 :

sc in each st around

Round 6 :

dec x 6 = 6

Info :

Do not stuff the tail from this point on

Info :

Change to Color B: 7-13. sc in each st around. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

— Hair Pieces (Make 2) :

Item :

With Color C: Chain approximately 172. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing

Assembly Instructions

  • Pin the head to the body for extra support and sew the head to the body securely, adding more stuffing as needed before finishing the neck seam.
  • Pin the ears on top of the head approximately between rows 36 and 37 (Sparky/Persephone depending on version) and sew the ears in place, checking symmetry before final stitching.
  • Pin the arms to the sides of the body under the neck with a forward-facing angle, then sew them on firmly using a yarn needle and whipstitch.
  • Turn the body upside down (nose facing away) and pin the legs to the bottom of the body approximately between rounds 5 and 6, then sew the legs securely for stable positioning.
  • Pin the tail onto the back of the body approximately between rounds 11 and 17 and sew it on, ensuring it is centered and secure.
  • Pin the square onto the back, sew it in place, then pin and sew the spots onto the square and add embroidered black stitches around the square edges for the frankenweenie look.

Important Notes

  • 💡Do not join rounds unless stated — work in a continuous spiral and use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round.
  • 💡Place safety eyes before heavy stuffing and check placement visually; you may need to remove stuffing to attach large eye backs.
  • 💡Use consistent tension throughout to maintain even stitch size and shape across body and head pieces.
  • 💡Stuff firmly but not overstuffed; add stuffing gradually during shaping sections (narrow noses and necks need small amounts at a time).

This charming Sparky and Persephone pair combines quirky long faces with big expressive eyes for a whimsical handmade duo. Perfect for collectors or gift-giving, each dog is filled with personality and tiny embroidered details to make them unique. Follow the step-by-step photos for eye placement and assembly to get a professional finish. 🧶🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 17 inches from foot to top of head when using worsted weight #4 yarn and a 3.25 mm hook, as shown in the pattern details.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will change the final size. If you choose a heavier yarn, use a larger hook and be aware that safety eye sizes and distances may need adjustment.

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 round, and basic sewing/assembly skills.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish both characters in about 5-7 hours depending on experience, assembly time, and whether you paint and seal eyes yourself.