Get ready for some nutty fun with this Amigurumi Scrat from Ice Age crochet pattern! This lovable, acorn-obsessed saber-toothed squirrel is brought to life with wild eyes, a fluffy tail, and that signature frantic energy we all adore. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Ice Age movies or just love quirky characters with big personalities, this pattern lets you stitch up a hilarious little critter who’s always chasing his next snack. 🐿️🧶🌰
Designed for expressive detail and playful charm, this pattern invites you to work with textured yarns, bold shaping, and fun extras like a tiny acorn or a stitched-on look of panic. Add poseable limbs, a dramatic tail swoosh, or even a snowy backdrop for full cinematic flair. Whether he’s perched on a shelf, gifted to a fellow movie buff, or just hanging out in your yarny herd, this Scrat Amigurumi is a wild and satisfying project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade chaos to every stitch! 💖✨🎬
🐿️ Amigurumi Scrat with Acorn Crochet Pattern
Bring Scrat and his precious acorn to life with this detailed amigurumi pattern. This version has a chunky barrel body, big flat feet, sturdy arms cradling the acorn, a long upward-curving tail, forward-drooping ears, and the iconic long snout with huge eyes and fuzzy brows.
✨ Skill Level
🧶 Advanced
Includes:
• sculpted snout and open jaw
• dimensional eye construction
• separate finger and toe shaping
• pose-based assembly
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 30–34 cm (12–13.5 inches) tall.
🧶 Yarn & Required Amounts
DK / light worsted yarn:
Beige (main body, head, limbs, snout): 240 g (430 m)
Cream (belly + lower jaw): 90 g (160 m)
White (eye whites): 40 g (70 m)
Orange / golden brown (eye rings): 30 g (55 m)
Dark brown (toes, fingers, ear inner, acorn cap): 50 g (90 m)
Light brown (acorn): 60 g (110 m)
Pale yellow (eyebrows): 20 g (35 m)
Black (mouth + nose detail): 10 g
Stuffing: 350–450 g
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – invisible decrease
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
FO – fasten off
🧠 Head
Using beige:
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (1 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: (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
Rnd 8–14: sc around (42)
Rnd 15: (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
Rnd 16: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Rnd 17: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Stuff firmly.
Rnd 18: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Rnd 19: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Rnd 20: dec ×6 (6)
FO.
🐽 Snout (Thick & Slightly Upturned)
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5–24: sc (24)
Rnd 25: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Rnd 26: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Stuff firmly.
FO.
🦷 Lower Jaw (Defined Mouth Shape)
Using cream:
Rnd 1: MR 6
Rnd 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4–6: sc around (18)
Light stuffing only in front.
FO.
👉 Attach slightly set back under snout
👉 Leave visible gap to form open mouth
👁️ Eyes (Large & Raised)
White:
MR 6 → 12 → 18 → 24
Iris:
MR 6 → 12 → 18
Attach and insert safety eyes.
Position high and close.
✨ Eyebrows
Attach short pale yellow strands and fluff upward.
👂 Ears
Beige:
MR 6 → 12 → 18
2 rounds sc
Add dark brown inner detail.
Flatten and curve backward.
🦴 Body
Beige:
MR 6 → 12 → 18 → 24
Rnd 5–10: sc (24)
Front stitches in cream for belly (10–12 sts)
Rnd 11: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Rnd 12: sc (18)
Stuff firmly.
🦵 Back Legs
MR 6 → 12 → 18
3 rounds sc
Shape slightly oval.
🐾 Feet with 3 Toes (3D Construction)
Toes (Make 3 per foot – dark brown)
Rnd 1: MR 5
Rnd 2–3: sc around (5)
Make 3, do NOT fasten off last toe.
Join Toes
Join all 3 toes:
Rnd 4: sc across all toes to connect (15)
Switch to beige:
Rnd 5: (3 sc, dec) ×3 (12)
Rnd 6–8: sc around (12)
Stuff and flatten base.
FO.
🦾 Arms with 3 Fingers
Main arm (beige):
MR 6
inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4–5: sc (18)
Rnd 6: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Rnd 7–13: sc (12)
Fingers (Make 3 per hand – dark brown)
Rnd 1: MR 4
Rnd 2: sc around (4)
FO.
Attach Fingers
Sew 3 fingers tightly together at arm tip
Slightly curve inward
🌀 Tail (Thick & Curved)
MR 6 → 12
Rnd 3–5: sc (12)
Rnd 6: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 7–10: sc (18)
Rnd 11: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 12–40: sc (24)
Stuff and shape into large upward curve.
🌰 Acorn
Body:
MR 6 → 12 → 18 → 24
Rnd 5–8: sc
Decrease to close
Cap:
MR 6 → 12 → 18 → 24
Rnd 5: BLO sc
Rnd 6–7: sc
Stem: ch 5
🧩 Assembly
🪡 Attach snout slightly upward
🪡 Attach jaw with visible gap
🪡 Place eyes high and close
🪡 Attach ears angled back
🪡 Sew head to body tilted slightly back
🪡 Attach feet flat for sitting balance
🪡 Attach tail and curve upward
🪡 Position arms around acorn and secure
😊 Final Details
• Shape mouth for open smile
• Adjust brows for expressive look
• Keep snout slightly lifted
• Ensure fingers grip acorn naturally
🌰 Finished Character
With oversized eyes, fluffy brows, curled tail, and fully sculpted hands and feet, this expressive squirrel captures a playful personality full of charm. A standout amigurumi piece that feels alive with movement and character. 🐿️✨
