Bring the majestic charm of a Lion Cub to life with this Amigurumi Lion Cub crochet pattern! 🦁✨ With its fluffy mane, playful stance, and expressive eyes, this design captures the essence of this adorable young king of the savanna in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a wildlife-inspired décor piece, a heartfelt gift, or simply love big cat-themed amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in fur textures, color variations, and even tiny accessories like embroidered details or a miniature jungle setting to enhance its personality. Choose classic golden hues for a realistic look or experiment with pastel tones for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a nature-themed setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi lion cub is sure to impress.
Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this little cub to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🦁 Amigurumi Lion Cub – FREE Crochet Pattern
Crochet your own adorable lion cub with this detailed and beginner-friendly pattern! Featuring embroidered whiskers, paw pads, and expressive eyes, this amigurumi cub makes a perfect handmade gift or decor piece for nurseries, safari-themed playrooms, or animal lovers.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves color changes, shaping, embroidery, and assembly of multiple parts.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall when seated, using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (Worsted Weight):
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Color A: Light Beige or Tan (Main body)
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Color B: Dark Brown (Ears, nose, paw pads, tail tip, embroidery)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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10–12 mm safety eyes
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Polyfill stuffing
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Optional: black embroidery floss for face details
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase
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dec – Decrease
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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ch – Chain
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FO – Fasten Off
🐯 Head
With Color A:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
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Rounds 8–16: sc around (42)
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Place safety eyes between rounds 11–12, about 7 sts apart
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Begin stuffing
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(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
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FO and close
🐽 Muzzle
With Color A:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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Rounds 3–4: sc around (12)
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FO, stuff lightly and sew to lower face
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Embroider smile and nose using Color B
👂 Ears (Make 2)
Outer: Color A, Inner: Color B
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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1 round sc (12)
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FO both pieces and sew together
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Fold slightly and attach to top sides of head
🧸 Body
With Color A:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
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Rounds 7–15: sc around (36)
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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Stuff firmly
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
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FO and close
✋ Front Legs (Make 2)
With Color B (paw), then A:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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Rounds 3–4: sc around (12)
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Switch to Color A
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Rounds 5–10: sc around (12)
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FO and stuff lightly
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Sew to front of body
🦵 Back Legs (Make 2)
With Color B → A:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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Rounds 4–5: sc around (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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Rounds 7–10: sc around (12)
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FO, stuff, and sew to back sides
🐾 Paw Pads
With Color B:
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Crochet 1 large pad (MR, 6 sc, inc x6 = 12 sts), and 3–4 small ones (MR, 4 sc) per foot
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Sew onto front and back feet
🌀 Tail
With Color A (base) and Color B (tip):
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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Rounds 2–8: sc around (6)
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Switch to Color B
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Rounds 9–11: sc around (6)
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FO and sew to back of body
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Embroider stripes and eyebrows with Color B
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Add black whiskers using embroidery floss or thin yarn
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Weave in all ends securely and shape the cub gently
💡 Customization Ideas
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Add a red bow or scarf around the neck
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Use a fluffy yarn to give it a fuzzy cub texture
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Make a pair and pose them playfully together!
Your lion cub is ready to leap into someone’s heart! Whether part of a safari collection or a sweet standalone gift, this cuddly cub is full of personality and charm. 🧶🦁
