There are so many amazing amigurumi crochet patterns out there we’ve become a bit obsessed. We’ve picked out some of our favourites, so grab your crochet hook because you’re not going to be able to resist making them…
Top 5 amigurumi patterns
1 of 5Crafty cacti
Succulents are on-trend at the moment. So why not crochet yourself a terrarium full of them? This pattern ollieholly.com includes five succulents and even crocheted soil.
2 of 5Little monster
This is Clyde. As monsters go, he's more cute than scary and it looks like he just wants a hug. He was created by US crochet pattern designer Drunken Aunt Wendy. The pattern is free on her website drunkeauntwendydesigns.com.
3 of 5Bee’s knees
Cartoon characters make great amigurumi patterns. We love Bee Breezy from Adventure Time. The pattern by Aradiya Toys is available for free from bluprint.com
4 of 5What a hoot
What's the collective noun for owls? Whatever it is, you can create it with this simple pattern by crochet pattern designer Annemarie Benthem. It's available for free from her blog annemariesshaakblog.blogspot.com.
5 of 5Jelly good
We'd definitely go scuba diving if we could find jellyfish as cute as these under the sea. This pattern, created by Carolyne Brodie, is available for free on lovecrafts.com.
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