Bring the magic of Sesame Street to life with this Amigurumi Cookie Monster & Elmo Duo crochet pattern! Inspired by two of the most beloved characters, this adorable set captures Cookie Monster’s playful love for cookies and Elmo’s cheerful personality in every stitch. With their bright colors, expressive faces, and signature details, this crochet duo is perfect for adding a nostalgic and fun touch to your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting for Sesame Street fans, creating a delightful display piece, or simply enjoy making character-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a lovable pair bursting with charm! 🍪❤️✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of blue and red, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like Cookie Monster’s favorite treat or Elmo’s iconic goldfish for extra personality. Craft a classic version with their signature looks, create a pastel set for a whimsical aesthetic, or even stitch up a full Sesame Street-inspired amigurumi collection for a lively display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a fun accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Cookie Monster & Elmo Duo is a creative and engaging project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade childhood magic to every stitch! 🧶💖
🍪 Amigurumi Cookie Monster & Elmo Duo Crochet Pattern
Add a touch of childhood nostalgia to your handmade collection with this adorable amigurumi Cookie Monster and Elmo duo! These iconic buddies feature wide grins, expressive eyes, and huggable shapes—Cookie Monster even comes with his favorite chocolate chip cookie! Perfect as gifts, nursery decor, or just for fun.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – basic shaping, separate mouth pieces, and light embroidery for finger definition.
📏 Finished Size
Using chenille/velvet yarn and a 4.0 mm hook:
- Cookie Monster: approx. 23 cm (9 in)
- Elmo: approx. 21 cm (8.5 in)
🧶 Materials
Chenille / velvet yarn (e.g., Dolphin Baby or similar):
- Blue – Cookie Monster body
- Red – Elmo body
- White – eyes
- Black – mouths & pupils
- Orange – Elmo nose
- Beige – cookie
- Brown – cookie chips
Notions:
- 4.0 mm crochet hook
- Polyester fiberfill
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Optional: felt or yarn circles for pupils
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – Invisible decrease
sl st – Slip stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
All parts are worked in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise. Stuff firmly but evenly.
💙 Cookie Monster Pattern
Head (Blue – slightly wider than Elmo)
Rnd 1: MR 6 (6)
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Rnd 7–13: sc 36
Rnd 14: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Rnd 15: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Insert mouth piece now (see below).
Rnd 16: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Rnd 17: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Rnd 18: dec ×6 (6)
FO and close.
Cookie Monster Mouth (Black – deep oval bowl)
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Rnd 6–9: sc 30
FO. Flatten slightly into an oval bowl. Sew into head opening between rounds 7–13, leaving the mouth wide and deep.
Lip Ridge (Blue)
Using blue yarn, work sc in FLO around the mouth opening once to create the thick lip border.
Eyes (Make 2 – White)
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4–5: sc 18
Stuff lightly and close.
Attach touching each other on top of the head. Add small black pupils slightly off-center for a googly look.
Body (Blue – chunky barrel shape)
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Rnd 7–15: sc 36
Rnd 16: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Rnd 17: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Rnd 18: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff firmly.
Rnd 19: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Rnd 20: dec ×6 (6)
FO and close.
Arms (Make 2 – Blue)
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4–11: sc 18
Stuff lightly. FO.
Finger Definition (4 fingers)
Flatten the front of the hand. With blue yarn and a needle, embroider three vertical indent lines from top of hand downward, dividing the hand into four rounded fingers. Gently pinch and shape.
Legs / Feet (Make 2 – Blue, no toes)
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4–8: sc 18
Stuff firmly. Flatten the bottom to form a smooth sole.
FO. Do not embroider toes.
Cookie (Beige)
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Flatten and lightly stuff.
Chocolate chips (Brown): make 5–6 tiny bobbles (MR 5 sc) and sew onto cookie.
🔴 Elmo Pattern
Head (Red – slightly smaller)
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Rnd 6–11: sc 30
Rnd 12: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Rnd 13: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Insert mouth piece now.
Rnd 14: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Rnd 15: dec ×6 (6)
FO.
Elmo Mouth (Black – curved triangle)
Row 1: ch 9
Row 2: sc 8
Row 3: dec, sc 4, dec (6)
Row 4: dec, sc 2, dec (4)
Row 5: dec ×2 (2)
Curve slightly and sew onto head.
Lip ridge: sc in FLO around mouth opening with red yarn.
Eyes (Make 2 – White)
Same as Cookie Monster. Attach close together with centered pupils.
Nose (Orange)
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4–5: sc 18
Rnd 6: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Stuff and sew under eyes.
Body (Red – slimmer)
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5–12: sc 24
Rnd 13: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Rnd 14: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Rnd 15: dec ×6 (6)
FO.
Arms (Make 2 – Red)
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3–10: sc 12
Stuff lightly. FO.
Thumb Shaping
With red yarn, make one short horizontal stitch on the side of the hand and pull slightly to form a small thumb bump. Do not divide into fingers.
Legs / Feet (Make 2 – Red, no toes)
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4–7: sc 18
Stuff and flatten bottom. No toe embroidery.
🧩 Assembly
- Sew heads to bodies securely.
- Attach legs so both characters stand upright.
- Sew Cookie Monster’s arms angled inward to hold the cookie.
- Sew Elmo’s arms with one raised to rest on Cookie Monster’s shoulder.
- Attach cookie between Cookie Monster’s hands.
- Adjust pupils for expressive faces.
- Smooth stuffing and shape gently by hand.
✨ Finishing Touches
- Use invisible stitches for joins.
- Shape mouths for a wide, happy grin.
- Keep feet smooth and rounded.
- Pose the pair close together for a friendly stance.
❤️ Final Notes
This Cookie Monster and Elmo duo captures the joyful charm of two classic friends with oversized eyes, deep open smiles, and playful body language. Cookie Monster’s four-finger grip around his cookie and Elmo’s gentle thumbed hand resting on his buddy bring warmth and personality to every stitch.
Whether displayed on a shelf or given as a heartfelt handmade gift, this cheerful pair is sure to spread smiles and a little bit of nostalgia wherever they go. 🍪💙❤️
