Swing into a fun crochet adventure with this Amigurumi Monkey pattern! Whether you’re crafting for little ones, animal lovers, or just looking for a playful new project, this free pattern lets you stitch up an adorable monkey full of character. With its charming round face, curly tail, and tiny gripping hands, this little primate is ready to bring joy to your handmade collection! Perfect for jungle-themed decor, thoughtful gifts, or simply as a cute companion, this amigurumi monkey is sure to brighten any space.
Designed for versatility and creativity, this pattern allows you to play with different shades of brown, add expressive embroidered details, or even accessorize your monkey with a tiny banana or miniature hat! Whether you craft a single cheeky chimp or an entire monkey troop, this crochet project is a delightful way to bring a bit of jungle magic to life—one stitch at a time! 🐵🧶✨
🐵 Amigurumi Monkey Crochet Pattern
This sweet amigurumi monkey with a cheeky grin, soft belly, big ears, and wraparound limbs is the perfect cuddly companion! With detailed features like fingers, a snout, and a bright red scarf, this pattern is ideal for makers who love personality-filled plushies.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate–Advanced – shaping, multi-piece assembly, and finger construction.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 30–35 cm (12–14 in) tall (seated)
🧶 Materials & Yarn Amount
- Dark brown: 160 g (head, arms, legs, tail, outer ears)
- Beige / cream: 130 g (face panel, snout, belly, hands, feet, inner ears)
- Red: 30 g (scarf)
- Small amount black: (embroidery)
You’ll also need:
- 10–12 mm safety eyes
- Polyester stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
🔤 Abbreviations
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – invisible decrease
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
FO – fasten off
🧑🦱 Head (Smooth Rounded Shape)
With dark brown:
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7: (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
R8–14: sc around (42)
Insert eyes between R11–12.
Subtle face shaping
R15: sc 12, inc ×6, sc 24 (48)
R16–17: sc around (48)
R18: (6 sc, dec) ×6 (42)
R19: (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
R20: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Stuff firmly to maintain round shape.
R21: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R22: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R23: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R24: dec ×6 (6)
FO.
🐵 Face Panel (Large Oval)
With cream:
Ch 10
Round 1: sc 8, 3 sc in last, sc 7, inc (20)
Round 2: (sc, inc) around (30)
Round 3: sc around (30)
FO.
Sew centered, covering eye base area.
👃 Snout (Rounded & Raised)
With cream:
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–7: sc around (18)
Lightly stuff.
FO.
Attach centered on lower face panel.
Embroider nose and gentle smile.
👂 Ears (Wide & Flat)
Outer (Brown – Make 2)
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Inner (Cream – Make 2)
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Sew inner to outer and attach wide on head sides.
🧍 Body (Rounded Belly)
Start with cream:
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–10: sc around (30)
Back color
Switch to brown:
R11–18: sc around (30)
Close
R19: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R20: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff firmly for rounded belly.
R21: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R22: dec ×6 (6)
FO.
🤲 Arms (Long & Relaxed)
Fingers (Make 4 per hand)
With cream:
MR 5
R2–6: sc around (5)
Lightly stuff.
FO.
Hand base
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–5: sc around (18)
Attach 3 fingers to front, thumb on side.
Arm
Switch to brown:
R6–26: sc around (18)
Stuff lightly.
FO.
👉 Arms should remain flexible and slightly curved.
🦶 Legs (Bent Sitting Shape)
With brown:
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–6: sc around (18)
Foot
Switch to cream:
R7–10: sc around (18)
Bend shaping
R11: sc 9, dec ×3, sc 3 (15)
R12–16: sc around (15)
Stuff firmly at foot, lightly at top.
FO.
Attach angled outward.
🐒 Tail (Extra Long)
With brown:
R1: MR 6
R2–50: sc around (6)
Leave mostly unstuffed for flexibility.
FO.
Attach low at back.
🧣 Scarf
With red:
Ch 60
Row 1: sc across (59)
Rows 2–4: sc across
FO.
Wrap around neck and tie softly.
🪡 Assembly
- Sew head to body securely
- Attach ears wide and slightly forward
- Sew face panel, then snout
- Attach arms low so they fall forward
- Position hands to meet in front
- Attach legs outward for seated pose
- Sew tail at back
🌟 Final Shaping
- Curve arms inward naturally
- Shape snout outward gently
- Adjust legs for balance
- Let tail drape or curl
- Arrange scarf loosely
💛 Final Thoughts
This crochet monkey features a soft rounded silhouette, expressive face panel, and beautifully relaxed limbs that give it a warm, lifelike presence 🐵✨ The long arms, detailed fingers, and flowing tail add character and charm to every angle.
Take your time with shaping and positioning—those subtle details bring the entire piece to life.
Happy crocheting 🧶
