Get ready to meet your new cuddle companion—the Amigurumi Chubby Koala! 🐨 With its round belly, oversized ears, and sweet sleepy expression, this little marsupial is the definition of squishy charm. Whether perched on a nursery shelf or tucked into a cozy corner of your craft room, this koala brings a gentle dose of Aussie magic to your crochet collection. It’s the kind of project that makes you smile with every stitch.
Designed with beginners and seasoned crocheters in mind, this pattern is perfect for experimenting with soft yarns, pastel palettes, or even fuzzy textures for extra huggability. Add a tiny eucalyptus leaf, a scarf, or a sleepy blush to personalize your koala’s vibe. Whether you’re crafting a gift or building your own amigurumi zoo, this chubby cutie is sure to steal hearts and spark joy—one snuggle at a time! 💕🧶
🐨 Amigurumi Chubby Koala Crochet Pattern
Nothing says cozy quite like a Koala Amigurumi hugging a branch. With its oversized head, fluffy ears, long arms, and curved legs, this project captures the adorable, sleepy charm of the Australian marsupial. Follow this step-by-step pattern to make your own cuddly friend who looks just like the one in the photo!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Requires working in the round, shaping with increases and decreases, attaching limbs in angled poses, color changes for the belly patch, crocheting small claws, and a fringe technique for fluffy ears.
⏳ Estimated Time
Approximately 10–12 hours depending on experience.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn: DK or light worsted weight
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Grey – main body, head, limbs, and ears
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Cream or beige – belly patch, inner ears
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Black – nose, claws, facial embroidery
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Hook: 3.0–3.5 mm
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Safety eyes: 12–14 mm (14 mm for more expressive look)
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Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
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Extras: Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers
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Optional: Wooden branch or dowel for display
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Yarn choice tip: Use cotton DK for crisp stitch definition, or soft acrylic for a plush texture.
🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
ch – Chain
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
st – Stitch
BLO – Back Loop Only
FLO – Front Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off
🧵 Pattern Instructions
🐨 Head (grey)
Note: The koala’s head should be large and rounded, about 1.3× the width of the body.
R1: MR 6 (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: (6 sc, inc) ×6 (48)
R9: (7 sc, inc) ×6 (54)
R10–R18: sc around (54)
R19: (7 sc, dec) ×6 (48)
R20: (6 sc, dec) ×6 (42)
➡️ Insert eyes between R12–R13, spaced about 9 stitches apart.
R21: (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
R22: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Stuff firmly as you go.
R23: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R24: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R25: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
FO, close hole, and weave in tail.
👃 Nose (black, oval)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
R3: (2 sc, inc) ×3 (12)
R4: (3 sc, inc) ×3 (15)
R5–R7: sc around (15)
FO, stuff slightly, flatten, and sew vertically slightly above the eye midpoint for photo accuracy.
🧸 Body (grey with cream belly)
R1: MR 6 (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–R14: sc around (42)
Add one extra round (R15: sc around 42) for belly fullness.
R16: (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
R17–R19: sc around (36)
R20: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
R21: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Stuff firmly. FO, leaving a long tail.
🤍 Belly Patch (cream, oval)
Ch 8
R1: sc in 2nd ch, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch, continue on other side, sc 5, 2 sc in last st (16)
R2: inc, sc 6, inc ×3, sc 6, inc ×2 (22)
R3: sc around with increases at curves (28)
FO. Sew centered on the front of the body.
Optional: Edge with a slip stitch in body color for a cleaner finish.
👂 Ears (make 2 grey outer + 2 cream inner)
Outer (grey):
R1: MR 6 (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)
FO.
Inner (cream):
Repeat R1–R4 (24 sts), FO.
Sew the cream inner circle to the grey ear base.
Then create fluffy fringe: cut 3–4 cm strands of grey yarn, loop 3–4 strands per stitch around the final grey round using a latch-hook. Trim and brush outward for even fluff.
💪 Arms (make 2, grey)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3–R6: sc around (12)
R7: (2 sc, dec) ×3 (9)
R8–R14: sc around (9)
R15: (2 sc, dec) ×3 (9 → 8) ← adds wrist curve
R16–R20: sc around (8)
Optional: last 3 rounds in cream for hand accent.
Stuff lightly. FO, leaving a long tail.
Claws (black):
Ch 4, sl st back. Repeat 3 times per hand. Sew at tip.
🦵 Legs (make 2, grey)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5–R7: sc around (24)
R8: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R9–R10: sc around (18)
R11: FLO sc around (18) ← creates fold for sitting bend
R12–R14: sc around (18)
Stuff firmly. FO, leaving long tail.
Claws (black):
Same as arms.
🐨 Tail (grey)
R1: MR 6 (6)
R2: sc around (6)
R3: (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
FO, sew to back bottom of body.
🧷 Assembly
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Head: Sew onto the body securely, slightly forward for chubby look.
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Ears: Attach on both sides at the top of the head. Brush fringe to fluff outwards.
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Face:
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Sew the black oval nose vertically above eye midpoint.
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Optionally embroider a small smile under the nose.
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Belly: Sew the cream patch on front, centered.
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Arms: Sew angled forward, slightly crossing at the front — position them as if hugging a branch.
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Legs: Sew bent and slightly open, attaching at lower sides for sitting grip pose.
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Tail: Sew at the back base.
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Claws: Attach three small chains per limb with tight stitches.
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Display: Pose on a real or wooden branch, securing arms and legs with a few hidden stitches if needed.
🪶 Finishing Tips
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Head proportion: The head should be noticeably larger than the body for extra cuteness.
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Ears: Use plenty of fringe yarn — 3–4 strands per stitch around the outer edge — and brush with a fine comb for fluffy volume.
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Nose: Lightly stuff to make it protrude.
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Body stuffing: Keep it firm but rounded to achieve the plush chubby look.
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Pose: Angle the limbs around a stick or dowel while sewing so your koala naturally hugs it.
🌿 Final Thoughts
Congratulations — your adorable Chubby Koala Amigurumi is complete! 🐨💛
With its oversized head, soft belly, fluffy ears, and hugging arms, it looks just like the cozy koala from the photo.
Whether displayed on a branch, given as a gift, or added to a handmade animal collection, this koala brings warmth and a little piece of the Australian forest to your home.
💛 Happy crocheting — and may your koala always find the perfect branch to cuddle! 🌿
