We’re taking a look at some of the top amigurumi patterns depicting our favourite crochet characters! From popular book characters to your children’s favourite cartoon characters, movie franchises and more. It’s not just new stuff for little kids, we’ve also included some nostalgic characters from books and tv. You’ll find a fun crochet pattern for every age range and even some for you big kids to reminisce about.
Top crochet characters from children’s books and tv
Harry Potter crochet patterns
There's no way we could write this list without including Harry Potter - it is the best selling book series of all time after all! There’s plenty of Harry Potter crochet patterns available online, but there’s only one official source of crochet magic.
Crochet Wizardry; The official Harry Potter crochet pattern book is packed full of over 20 fabulous patterns including Hogwarts scarves, an amigurumi Dobby, crochet Quidditch banner and much more!
If you’re still new to crochet and aren’t quite ready for the official pattern book yet, you could always try this awesome Harry Potter crochet kit which includes patterns, yarn and even a magic wand crochet hook!
- Make some magic with the Official Harry Potter crochet pattern book from Amazon
Pokémon crochet patterns
Cute characters are what Pokémon’s all about, so what better way to catch them all than by making your own! Of course you want your character to be the very best, and the only way to do that is by getting the Official Pokémon crochet book.
Train your crochet skills with the 20 Pokémon crochet patterns inside the book. Start with beginner patterns like Jigglypuff and Snorlax, move onto Pikachu and Psyduck, then tackle intermediate patterns of Bulbasaur and Vulpix!
If you just can’t choose your favourite Pokémon, you can find even more pocket monsters in the new second volume pattern book which features another 20 crochet characters.
- Choose the Official crochet Pokemon pattern book from Amazon
Paw Patrol crochet patterns
If you’re looking for some more modern crochet characters for younger kids, we can guarantee they’ll love a bit of Paw Patrol crochet.
There’s not an official pattern book available yet, although it’s probably only a matter of time. However we have found these amazing Paw Patrol amigurumi patterns by Céline Neutens.
We’ve also found these fabulous Paw Patrol crochet Youtube tutorials, which shows you how to make a Chase, Marshall and Skye Hat!
- Check out these Paw Patrol Amigurumi crochet patterns on Etsy
Frozen crochet patterns
Don’t even start to even think about singing that song!!! …Too late. Now we’ve got ‘Let it go’ stuck in your head for the rest of the day, you may as well make your kids a crochet Elsa!
There aren’t any official Frozen crochet patterns available yet, but you can get this Frozen crochet kit. Alternatively, you could grab your hook and yarn and try this free amigurumi Elsa from Frozen crochet Youtube tutorial!
Peter Rabbit & Friends
When it comes to classic storybook characters, what could be sweeter than the crochet Peter Rabbit amigurumi collection from Simply Crochet magazine!
Designer Ilaria Caliri has given us all those warm and fuzzy nostalgic feels with her amazing amigurumi collection. Peter is joined by his friends Benjamin Bunny, Jemima Puddle-Duck and Mrs Tiggy-Winkle in this fab pattern collection hooked up in West Yorkshire Spinners yarn.
- The pattern collection is included with Simply Crochet magazine issue 95 which is available to buy as a Digital issue
Crochet Miffy
We've got a bit of a soft spot for Dick Bruna's adorable little bunny. If you fancy hooking up your own crochet Miffy character, then you'll love this kit from Stitch & Story. It includes everything you need to make her. It's also perfect for crochet beginners too!
- Treat yourself to this Miffy crochet kit from Stitch & Story
Curious George crochet pattern
Although many of us may think of Curious George as being more famous in the US, interestingly he first appeared in a French publication by German authors Hans Augusto and Margret Ray. He's since gone on to become a much loved children's character! We think this Curious George amigurumi pattern is quite simply the cutest curious monkey we've ever seen.
- Find this Curious George amigurumi pattern on Etsy
Disney crochet patterns
People of all ages love Disney, after all, it’s been a part of many people’s childhood for generations! But do you have a sweet spot for the princesses, or are you more of a fan of those dastardly villains?
You don’t have to choose between them with this Disney crochet finger puppets kit, which comes with patterns to make 10 iconic characters! It comes with all of the yarn and materials you’ll need to make our personal favourite princess and villain combo - Ariel and Ursula!
- You can find the Disney crochet finger puppets kit on Amazon
The Moomins crochet patterns
Whether you’re a fan of the books, the original animated series or the rebooted modern Moomin Valley version, everyone loves Tove Jansson's sweet Moomin family.
In issue 90 of Simply Crochet magazine brought you an amigurumi collection featuring the whole Moomin family (and even a few friends).
- You can find the patterns in Issue 90 of Simply Crochet magazine which you can still buy as a Digital issue
Very hungry caterpillar free crochet pattern
We all love the very hungry caterpillar story... if only we turned into beautiful butterflies after eating that much. There's a fair few patterns based on this cute character out there (including a few adorable baby swaddle patterns), but we've chosen this fab free pattern by Twinkie Chan to share with you!!
- Try this Free hungry caterpillar crochet pattern by Twinkie Chan
Winnie the pooh
When it comes to 'classic' characters, there's only room for one bear - Winnie the Pooh of course (sorry Rupert)! There's long been a connection between knitters and crocheters making their own version of Pooh and his friends, but we think this pattern really captures the cute factor that can be achieved by amigurumi.
- You can find this Winnie the Pooh crochet pattern on Etsy
The Snowman crochet pattern
We may only really think about him come Christmas-time, but that doesn't mean he's not special enough to make it on our list. Raymond Briggs' The Snowman has a special place in all our hearts, and for many people it's simply not Christmas without him.
Ilaria Caliri worked her amigurumi magic once again creating our huggable version of him in back in issue 77 of Simply Crochet magazine. If you missed it you can still download it as a digital issue!
- Get the pattern inside Simply Crochet magazine issue 77, available as a digital issue
Hey Duggee crochet patterns
If your little one is a big Hey Duggee fan, why not make them the whole squirrel club thanks to these amazing amigurumi patterns.
As well as the big dog himself, the pattern bundle includes instructions to make Bety, Tag, Roly, Happy and Norrie
- Check out the Hey Duggee and friends pattern bundle on Etsy
Free Bluey crochet pattern
We love this sweet little Bluey amigurumi doll, designed by one of the funnest crocheters out there - Chili Philly!
This little 6-year old Heeler pup will make a fabulous companion for your little ones. Once you’ve made your crochet Bluey make sure to take a look at the rest of their fun craft projects.
- Find this Free Bluey crochet pattern on the official Bluey website
Wallace and Gromit crochet patterns
More crochet Gromit? That’s right, our favourite Aardman characters have been given a clay to crochet makeover. Hook up your own amigurumi Wallace & Gromit, plus loads more characters from the four iconic films. This official Wallace and Gromit crochet pattern book isn’t on sale until August 2023, but you can pre-order your copy now!
- Pre-order your copy of Wallace & Gromit: Cracking Crochet pattern book from Amazon
My Neighbour Totorro Free Crochet pattern
Okay, so we admit it, we've gone for a bit of a wild card with this last one. No it's not from a book, yes we know it's a film and not a TV show, and a lengthy debate could be had on whether it's actually for kids... but come on, who doesn't love Totoro! Not convinced, well maybe this free Totoro plushie pattern will change your mind!
- Get this free Totoro crochet pattern from Spinayarncrochet
If these are not the patterns you are looking for
When it comes to crochet patterns inspired by movie franchises, you’re not going to get much bigger than Star Wars. In fact, there’s so many patterns available that we’ve created a dedicated list of the best Star Wars crochet patterns as well as taking a look at the best baby Yoda crochet patterns too!!
Find your favourite crochet character
Making crochet characters inspired by children's books and tv shows is a popular theme among crocheters. If we haven’t listed your favourite character it’s worth looking on places like Etsy to see if there’s a pattern available.
Alternatively, you could try designing your own character. Many are based on animals so you could always find a suitable pattern to use as a starting point and then customise it with your character's unique features.
Crochet your favourite animal
Hook even more cute crochet characters with these amigurumi animals crochet patterns from Gathered.
