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Frog Prince Amigurumi Pattern

Frog Prince Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 HoursTime Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crocheting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive crocheting.

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Whimsical Buddy

Playful characters full of personality, designed to spark imagination and become cherished playtime favorites.

About This Frog Prince Amigurumi Pattern

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Perfect for fairytale lovers and nursery decor, this oversized plushie makes a wonderful gift. His long, dangling limbs make him incredibly huggable and fun for kids to carry around on their own adventures.

Why You'll Love This Frog Prince Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely adore how the eyelids give this frog so much character—he looks like he’s just about to tell you a secret! The long legs are also a blast to crochet, and seeing him sit up with his little crown is just the cutest thing ever.

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I still remember the first time I tried making a larger amigurumi—it felt like such a mountain to climb, but the payoff of having a 'real' sized toy at the end is just unbeatable. This Frog Prince is exactly that kind of project. He’s got these wonderfully long, lanky legs that make him so floppy and fun to hold. When I was designing his look, I realized the eyes are really where the magic happens. By adding those little eyelids, you go from a basic frog to a character with a soul!

One thing I’ve learned the hard way: don't skimp on the pinning. When you're ready to attach those big eyes to the head, use as many glass-head pins as you can find. It feels like overkill, but seeing him look back at you with a perfectly symmetrical face makes all that prep work worth it. If you’re feeling adventurous, try a variegated green yarn for the body to give him a more 'swamp-chic' textured look. I personally love using a slightly smaller hook than the yarn suggests to keep those stitches tight so the stuffing doesn't peek through his royal belly. He’s such a joy to see sitting on a shelf, just waiting for his princess!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ If you stuff the very top of the legs too firmly, they will stick out awkwardly to the sides rather than dangling naturally when the prince sits down.✗ Sewing the eyelids on without pinning them first often leads to a surprised expression; position them carefully over the eyes to get that sleepy, regal look.✗ Missing the stitch count shift in Round 10 of the legs can mess up the foot shaping—ensure you do the four decreases right at the front to form the heel properly.✗ When working the crown, don't chain too tightly or it won't fit comfortably between the eyes; keep your tension relaxed for those tiny points.

Frog Prince Amigurumi Pattern

Get ready to bring a touch of royalty to your craft room! This Frog Prince amigurumi is more than just a toy; he is a stately companion with loads of personality. From his long, floppy legs to his tiny golden crown, you will love watching this character come to life stitch by stitch. He stands quite tall, making him a real showstopper on any nursery shelf or as a special gift for someone who loves a bit of fairytale magic. Grab your green yarn and let’s start this royal adventure together!

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Frog Prince Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Approximately 150g of worsted weight yarn in green for the main body and limbs
  • 02
    About 50g of white worsted weight yarn for the eyes
  • 03
    Small amount of yellow worsted weight yarn for the royal crown
  • 04
    A scrap of red fabric or yarn if you choose to add a royal cape

— Tools Required

  • 01
    3.75 mm (F) crochet hook
  • 02
    18 mm safety eyes
  • 03
    Fiberfill stuffing
  • 04
    Yarn needle for assembly
  • 05
    Stitch markers
  • 06
    Scissors
  • 07
    Black embroidery thread for the mouth

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— 1. Head :

Info :

The head is worked from the top down to the neck.

Round 1 :

Work 6 sc into a mr (6)

Round 2 :

Work 1 inc in every stitch around (12)

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

1 sc, 1 inc, then repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 5 times, end with 1 sc (24)

Round 5 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (30)

Round 6 :

2 sc, 1 inc, then repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 5 times, end with 2 sc (36)

Round 7 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (42)

Round 8 :

3 sc, 1 inc, then repeat (6 sc, 1 inc) 5 times, end with 4 sc (48)

Round 9 :

Repeat (7 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (54)

Round 10 :

4 sc, 1 inc, then repeat (8 sc, 1 inc) 5 times, end with 4 sc (60)

Round 11 :

Repeat (9 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (66)

Round 12-19 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (66)

Round 20 :

Repeat (9 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (60)

Round 21 :

4 sc, 1 dec, then repeat (8 sc, 1 dec) 5 times, end with 4 sc (54)

Round 22 :

Repeat (7 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (48)

Round 23 :

3 sc, 1 dec, then repeat (6 sc, 1 dec) 5 times, end with 3 sc (42)

Round 24 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (36)

Round 25 :

2 sc, 1 dec, then repeat (4 sc, 1 dec) 5 times, end with 2 sc (30)

Round 26 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (24)

Round 27 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (18)

Info :

F/O and finish off.

— 2. Body :

Round 1 :

Using green yarn, place 6 sc into a mr (6)

Round 2 :

Work 1 inc in every stitch around (12)

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (30)

Round 6 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (36)

Round 7 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (42)

Round 8 :

Repeat (6 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (48)

Round 9-15 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (48)

Round 16 :

Repeat (6 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (42)

Round 17-18 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (42)

Info :

Begin adding stuffing to the body now.

Round 19 :

Repeat (5 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (36)

Round 20-21 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (36)

Round 22 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (30)

Round 23-25 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (30)

Round 26 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (24)

Round 27-29 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (24)

Round 30 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (18)

Round 31-32 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (18)

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail to attach to the head later.

— 3. Eyes (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

With white yarn, work 6 sc into a mr (6)

Round 2 :

Work 1 inc in every stitch around (12)

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (18)

Round 4-6 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (18)

Info :

Insert the 18mm safety eyes between rounds 5 and 6. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— 4. Eyelids (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

Using green yarn, work 6 sc into a mr (6)

Round 2 :

Work 1 inc in every stitch around (12)

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (30)

Round 6-9 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (30)

Info :

Flatten the eyelid and sc the edges together to close. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— 5. Arms (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

With green yarn, work 6 sc into a mr (6)

Round 2 :

Work 1 inc in every stitch around (12)

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (18)

Round 4-6 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (18)

Info :

Add stuffing to the hand area now.

Round 7 :

Repeat (4 sc, 1 dec) 3 times (15)

Round 8 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 dec) 3 times (12)

Round 9 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 dec) 3 times (9)

Note :

The source pattern mentions 'legs' here, but this refers to the arms you are currently making. Stop stuffing at this point.

Round 10-27 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (9)

Info :

Flatten the top of the arm and sc it closed. F/O and leave a long tail.

— 6. Legs (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

With green yarn, work 6 sc into a mr (6)

Round 2 :

Work 1 inc in every stitch around (12)

Round 3 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

Repeat (3 sc, 1 inc) 6 times (30)

Round 6-9 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (30)

Info :

Start stuffing the foot.

Round 10 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 dec) 4 times, then 14 sc (26)

Round 11 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 dec) 4 times, then 14 sc (22)

Round 12 :

Work 4 dec, then 14 sc (18)

Round 13 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 dec) 6 times (12)

Round 14 :

Repeat (2 sc, 1 dec) 3 times (9)

Info :

Stop stuffing the leg here.

Round 15-35 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (9)

Info :

Flatten the top of the leg and sc the opening closed. F/O and leave a long tail.

— 7. Crown :

Info :

Use yellow yarn for the crown.

Round 1 :

ch 12 and join with a sl st to the first ch to form a circle.

Round 2-3 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (12)

Round 4 :

Repeat (ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in next ch, 1 sc in next st on crown) 6 times (6 points)

Info :

F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the white eyes onto the head, positioning them toward the top sides.
  • Place the green eyelids over the top half of the eyes and sew them into place to create the sleepy look.
  • Securely sew the head onto the top of the body, ensuring it is centered.
  • Attach the arms to the sides of the body, just below the neck area.
  • Sew the legs to the bottom of the body, positioning them so the frog can sit.
  • Stitch the tiny yellow crown to the top of the head, centered between the eyes.
  • Use black embroidery thread to stitch a simple, wide smile onto the face.

Important Notes

  • 💡This project is worked in a continuous spiral, so do not join your rounds unless specifically instructed.
  • 💡A stitch marker is your best friend here—move it up to the first stitch of every new round to stay on track.
  • 💡Unless the pattern says otherwise, always work through both loops of the stitch.
  • 💡Stuffing the hands and feet firmly while leaving the long limbs empty allows for better movement and a 'floppy' feel.
  • 💡Check the symmetry of the eyes and limbs frequently before sewing them down permanently.

I really hope you enjoyed making your very own Frog Prince! There is something so satisfying about finishing those last few stitches on the crown and seeing his regal face finally come together. Whether he is destined to be a cuddly friend for a little one or a whimsical piece of decor for your own home, he is sure to bring a smile to everyone who sees him. Don't forget to give him a name and maybe even a tiny red cape to finish off his royal look. Happy crocheting, and may your stitches always be even and your yarn never tangle! 🧶 ✨

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FAQs

Can I use a different yarn weight for this frog?

You certainly can! Using a bulkier yarn like velvet or chunky cotton will make him much larger and extra squishy, while a thinner sport weight yarn will result in a tiny pocket-sized prince. Just remember to adjust your hook size accordingly.

How do I make the cape shown in the photos?

The cape isn't crocheted in this pattern; it's a simple no-sew addition! You can cut a semi-circle of red felt or fabric and tie or glue it around the neck for that classic royal look.

Are safety eyes okay for small children?

Safety eyes are generally secure, but for toys intended for infants or very young toddlers, I always recommend embroidering the eyes with black yarn instead to eliminate any choking hazards.

Why does my frog's head seem to wobble?

Amigurumi heads can get heavy! To fix a wobbly neck, make sure you stuff the neck area very firmly and use a wide circular sewing pattern when joining the head to the body for extra stability.