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Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern

Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern
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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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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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

About This Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern

Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view

This project is a fantastic way to practice shaping and assembly. The finished plushie makes a wonderful handmade gift for anyone who appreciates a bit of dark humor and whimsical charm in their decor.

Why You'll Love This Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love how the different horn options let you decide his personality right from the start. Plus, the way the wings are constructed with back-loop stitches gives them a really cool ribbed texture that looks professional but is actually quite simple to achieve!

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Switch Things Up

I have always been a fan of amigurumi that has a bit of a story to tell, and this little devil is no exception. When I first saw the design, I immediately thought of how fun it would be to play with textures—imagine him in a fuzzy mohair or even with those tiny sequins for a bit of hellfire sparkle! One of my favorite parts of this pattern is the flexibility. You aren't just stuck with one look; having two different horn options and the choice to add those dramatic wings really lets you decide if he's a tiny troublemaker or a more elegant creature of the night.

Don't be intimidated by the wing assembly! I know sewing can feel like the "chore" part of crochet, but pinning them into that curved C-shape is the secret to making them look professional and dynamic. If you're feeling extra creative, try the Krampus variation mentioned in the notes—moving the ears up and adding some yarn fur totally transforms him. It’s those little personal touches that make our handmade toys feel so alive. I can't wait to see the different personalities you all bring to this little guy. Happy stitching!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ When pinning the wings to the body, it is common to forget the curved C-shape; if you sew them on straight, they will look flat and won't sit correctly against the body.✗ The legs have a specific color change at Round 5 and a back-loop round at Round 6; skipping these will lose the defined shape of the devil's feet.✗ If you don't leave the final two rounds of the legs unstuffed as instructed, it will be very difficult to sew them onto the body in a way that allows the devil to sit properly.✗ Placing the safety eyes too close together can change the character's expression entirely; be sure to count exactly 8 to 9 stitches between them at Rounds 13 and 14.

Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern

Get ready to whip up a little mischief with this adorable amigurumi! He's not your average scary monster; he's got a sweet, slightly grumpy charm that makes him impossible not to love. Whether you're making him for a Halloween display or just because you love all things quirky, you'll have a blast bringing this character to life. I've designed him with plenty of room for your own creative flair, so grab your hooks and let's get started!

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Approximately 180 yards of medium weight #4 yarn in your chosen primary body color
  • 02
    Roughly 50 yards of medium weight #4 yarn in a contrasting accent color for the horns, feet, and wings
  • 03
    Optional: 9 yards of embroidery floss for adding freckles or a tiny belly button

— Tools Required

  • 01
    3.00 mm crochet hook for the main body parts
  • 02
    2.00 mm crochet hook for the horns, wings, and tail spike
  • 03
    A pair of 20.00 mm safety eyes
  • 04
    High-quality polyester fiberfill for stuffing
  • 05
    Stitch markers to keep track of continuous rounds
  • 06
    Tapestry needle for sewing and weaving in ends
  • 07
    Sewing pins or straight pins to hold pieces in place during assembly
  • 08
    Optional: Sequins for added sparkle and a wire brush if you want to create a furry effect

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— 1. Ears :

Info :

Use your 3.00 mm hook and main body color yarn. Work in continuous rounds. Make 2.

Round 1 :

ch 2, then work 6 x sc into the second chain from your hook (6)

Round 2-3 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (6)

Info :

Fasten off leaving a long tail. Do not stuff these pieces.

— 2. Horns - Option 1 :

Info :

Use your 2.00 mm hook and accent color yarn. Work in continuous rounds. Make 2.

Round 1 :

ch 2, then work 4 x sc into the second chain from your hook (4)

Round 2 :

{1 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (6)

Round 3 :

{2 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (8)

Round 4 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (8)

Round 5 :

{3 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (10)

Round 6 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (10)

Round 7 :

1 x sc inc, 1 x sc, 1 x sc inc, 7 x sc (12)

Round 8 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (12)

Info :

Fasten off leaving a long tail. Stuff gently.

— 3. Horns - Option 2 :

Info :

Use your 2.00 mm hook and accent color yarn. Work in continuous rounds. Make 2.

Round 1 :

ch 2, then work 4 x sc into the second chain from your hook (4)

Round 2 :

{1 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (6)

Round 3 :

{2 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (8)

Round 4 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (8)

Round 5 :

{3 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (10)

Round 6 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (10)

Round 7 :

1 x sc inc, 1 x sc, 1 x sc inc, 7 x sc (12)

Round 8 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (12)

Round 9 :

1 x sc inc, 2 x sc, 1 x sc inc, 8 x sc (14)

Round 10 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (14)

Round 11 :

1 x sc inc, 3 x sc, 1 x sc inc, 9 x sc (16)

Round 12 :

1 x sc inc, 14 x sc, 1 x sc inc (18)

Round 13 :

16 x sc, then 2 x sc inc (20)

Round 14 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (20)

Info :

Fasten off leaving a long tail. Stuff gently.

— 4. Legs :

Info :

Use your 3.00 mm hook. Start with the accent color and stuff as you progress. Make 2.

Round 1 :

ch 2, then work 10 x sc into the second chain from your hook (10)

Round 2 :

{1 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (15)

Round 3 :

{2 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (20)

Round 4 :

{3 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (25)

Colour Change :

Switch to your main body color yarn now.

Round 5 :

{4 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (30)

Round 6 :

In the blo only, work {4 x sc, 1 x sc dec} across the round (25)

Round 7-8 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (25)

Round 9 :

{3 x sc, 1 x sc dec} repeat around (20)

Round 10-12 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (20)

Round 13 :

{2 x sc, 1 x sc dec} repeat around (15)

Round 14-24 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (15)

Round 25 :

{1 x sc, 1 x sc dec} repeat around (10)

Info :

Stop stuffing the leg here. The last two rounds remain empty.

Round 26-27 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (10)

Info :

Fasten off leaving a long tail for assembly.

— 5. Tail :

Info :

Use your 3.00 mm hook and main color. This part is optional. Stuff as you go.

Round 1 :

ch 2, then work 6 x sc into the second chain from your hook (6)

Round 2-28 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (6)

Info :

Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.

— 6. Tail Spike :

Info :

Use your 2.00 mm hook and accent color yarn. Make 1.

Round 1 :

ch 2, then work 4 x sc into the second chain from your hook (4)

Round 2 :

{1 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (6)

Round 3 :

{2 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (8)

Round 4 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (8)

Round 5 :

{3 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (10)

Round 6 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (10)

Round 7 :

1 x sc inc, 1 x sc, 1 x sc inc, 7 x sc (12)

Info :

Fasten off with a long tail. Flatten the spike and sew it to the end of the tail without stuffing.

— 7. Body :

Info :

Use your 3.00 mm hook and main color yarn. Work in continuous rounds.

Round 1 :

ch 2, then work 10 x sc into the second chain from your hook (10)

Round 2 :

{1 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (15)

Round 3 :

{2 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (20)

Round 4 :

{3 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (25)

Round 5 :

{4 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (30)

Round 6 :

{5 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (35)

Round 7 :

{6 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (40)

Round 8 :

{6 x sc, 1 x sc dec} repeat around (35)

Round 9-11 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (35)

Round 12 :

{5 x sc, 1 x sc dec} repeat around (30)

Round 13-14 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (30)

Round 15 :

{4 x sc, 1 x sc dec} repeat around (25)

Round 16-17 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (25)

Round 18 :

{3 x sc, 1 x sc dec} repeat around (20)

Round 19-20 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (20)

Info :

Fasten off leaving a long tail. Add a belly button now if desired, then stuff the body firmly.

— 8. Arms :

Info :

Use your 3.00 mm hook and main color. Stuff as you go. Make 2.

Round 1 :

ch 2, then work 8 x sc into the second chain from your hook (8)

Round 2-22 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (8)

Info :

Fasten off leaving a long tail. If you are adding wings, do not break the yarn after sewing the wing to the arm.

— 9. Wings :

Info :

Use your 2.00 mm hook and accent color. Work in rows. Make 2. Start every row with a ch 1 (not counted as a stitch).

Row 1 :

ch 3, 1 x sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 x sc in next (2)

Row 2 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in 1st st, 3 x sc in last st (4)

Row 3 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in every stitch across (4)

Row 4 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in next 3 sts, 3 x sc in last st (6)

Row 5 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in every stitch across (6)

Row 6 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in next 5 sts, 3 x sc in last st (8)

Row 7 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in every stitch across (8)

Row 8 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in next 7 sts, 3 x sc in last st (10)

Row 9 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in every stitch across (10)

Row 10 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in next 9 sts, 3 x sc in last st (12)

Row 11 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in every stitch across (12)

Row 12 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in next 11 sts, 3 x sc in last st (14)

Row 13 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in every stitch across (14)

Row 14 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in next 13 sts, 3 x sc in last st (16)

Row 15 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in every stitch across (16)

Row 16 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in next 15 sts, 3 x sc in last st (18)

Row 17 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in every stitch across (18)

Row 18 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in next 17 sts, 3 x sc in last st (20)

Row 19 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in every stitch across (20)

Row 20 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in next 19 sts, 3 x sc in last st (22)

Row 21 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in every stitch across (22)

Row 22 :

ch 1, turn, in blo only: 1 x sc in next 21 sts, 3 x sc in last st (24)

Info :

Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing the wing to the arm.

— 10. Head :

Info :

Use your 3.00 mm hook and main color yarn. Work in continuous rounds.

Round 1 :

ch 2, then work 6 x sc into the second chain from your hook (6)

Round 2 :

work 1 x sc inc in every stitch around (12)

Round 3 :

{1 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (18)

Round 4 :

{2 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (24)

Round 5 :

{3 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (30)

Round 6 :

{4 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (36)

Round 7 :

{5 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (42)

Round 8 :

{6 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (48)

Round 9 :

{7 x sc, 1 x sc inc} repeat around (54)

Round 10-17 :

1 x sc in every stitch around (54)

Round 18 :

{7 x sc, 1 x sc dec} repeat around (48)

Round 19 :

{6 x sc, 1 x sc dec} repeat around (42)

Round 20 :

{5 x sc, 1 x sc dec} repeat around (36)

Round 21 :

{4 x sc, 1 x sc dec} repeat around (30)

Round 22 :

{3 x sc, 1 x sc dec} repeat around (24)

Eyes :

Insert safety eyes between Rounds 13 and 14, spaced 8 to 9 stitches apart. Embroider freckles now if you like.

Round 23 :

{2 x sc, 1 x sc dec} repeat around (18)

Round 24 :

{1 x sc, 1 x sc dec} repeat around (12)

Round 25 :

work 1 x sc dec in every stitch around (6)

Info :

Fasten off and use a running stitch through the final stitches to close the hole securely.

Assembly Instructions

  • Position the head onto the body and sew them together securely, ensuring the head is centered and straight.
  • Pin the ears to the sides of the head, approximately 7 stitches away from the safety eyes, then sew in place.
  • Attach your chosen horn style to the top of the head; the exact placement is up to you, but try to keep them symmetrical.
  • Sew the legs to the bottom of the body, making sure the unstuffed top portions are used for the attachment so he can sit.
  • Attach the tail to the lower back of the body, centering it between the legs.
  • If using wings, sew them to the arms first, then pin the arms/wings to the body in a curved C-shape before sewing them down.
  • Double-check that all pins are removed and weave in any remaining yarn tails to finish your devil.

Important Notes

  • 💡I highly recommend using the invisible decrease method for all 'sc dec' steps to keep the surface smooth and gap-free.
  • 💡Keep your tension consistent and relatively tight so that the poly-fill doesn't show through your stitches.
  • 💡Always use stitch markers when working in continuous rounds, as it's very easy to lose your place in this pattern.
  • 💡If you plan on giving this to a small child, consider embroidering the eyes instead of using plastic safety eyes for safety.
  • 💡Spot cleaning is best for this finished piece, especially if you have added delicate sequins or embroidered details.

I really hope you enjoyed bringing this little mischief-maker to life! There is something so satisfying about finishing those final wing stitches and seeing your character finally take shape. He’s the perfect size for a desk buddy or a unique addition to your plushie collection. Don't forget that you can always go back and add more details like embroidery or even a tiny trident if you're feeling fancy. I can't wait to see your finished devils—be sure to share them with the community! Keep those hooks flying and stay creative. 🧶 ✨

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FAQs

Can I use a different yarn weight for this devil?

Yes, you can use a bulkier yarn for a larger plushie or a thinner yarn for a miniature version, but remember to adjust your hook size accordingly to keep the fabric tight.

How do I make the wings look curved like in the photos?

The secret is in the pinning! When you attach the wings to the body, pin them in a 'C' shape rather than a straight line. This creates that dynamic, folded look.

My devil won't sit up straight, what did I do wrong?

Check the stuffing in your legs. The top two rounds should be left completely unstuffed; this acts like a hinge so the legs can bend properly when he sits.

What is the best way to add the sequins?

I recommend sewing them on individually with a needle and thread after you've finished crocheting the pieces but before you stuff them, as it's much easier to hide the knots inside.