When I mention this animal to a lot of people, it doesn’t seem to be one that people even know exist! The axolotl is just the cutest thing and here is a picture of what I am talking about if you didn’t know:
Click here to learn more about this creature!
I decided I wanted to create this pattern after thinking about one of the cutest Pokemon, Mudkip! Mudkip is based off of this amphibian and they nailed it.
Down below you can find the free crochet pattern to get started on the amigurumi!
So here’s what you’ll need:
1 Skein in Lion Brand’s Basic Stitch Premium (In Raspberry)
1 Skein in Lion Brand’s Basic Stitch Premium (In Black)
1 Skein in The Hook Nooks Main Squeeze yarn (in rose gold)
- Any worsted weight yarn will work!
Dimensions
Height: 6″ inches
Width: 4″ inches
Skill Level: Intermediate
Gauge:
Isn’t needed for this project
Abbreviations:
Ch – chain
Sl st – Slip Stitch
Sc – Single Crochet
FLO – Front Loop Only
FO -Finish Off
Let’s Begin!
Rnd 1: 6 Single crochet into Magic Ring (6)
Rnd 2: *Inc* around (12)
Rnd 3: *Sc, Inc* around (18)
Rnd 4: *Sc 2, Inc* around (24)
Rnd 5: *Sc 3, Inc* around (30)
Rnd 6: *Sc 4, Inc* around (36)
Rnd 7: *Sc 5, Inc* around (42)
Rnd 8-14: Sc around (42)
Rnd 15: *Sc 5, Dec* around (36)
Rnd 16: *Sc 4, Dec* around (30)
At this point, you will want to begin stuffing the head firmly!
Rnd 17: *Sc 3, Dec* around (24)
Rnd 18: *Sc 2, Dec* around (18)
Rnd 19: *Inc* around in the FLO (36)
Rnd 20 – 24: Sc around (36)
Rnd 25: *Sc 4, Dec* around (30)
Rnd 26: *Sc 3, Dec* around (24)
Rnd 27: *Sc 2, Dec* around (18)
Rnd 28: *Sc, Dec* around (12)
Finish off and sew hole closed (Here’s my tutorial on how!)
Arms:
Rnd 1: 6 Single crochet into Magic Ring (6)
Rnd 2: *Inc* around (12)
Rnd 3-4: Sc around (12)
Leave long tail for sewing
Legs:
Rnd 1: 6 Single crochet into Magic Ring (6)
Rnd 2: *Inc* around (12)
Rnd 3-4: Sc around (12)
Leave long tail for sewing
Pink Portion of Tail
Rnd 1: 4 Single crochet into Magic Ring (4)
Rnd 2: Sc around (4)
Rnd 3: *Inc* around (8)
Rnd 4: *Sc 1, Inc* around (12)
Rnd 5: Sc around (12)
Rnd 6: *Sc 2, Inc* around (16)
Rnd 7: Sc around (16)
Rnd 8: *Sc 2, Dec* around (12)
Rnd 9: Sc around (12)
Pink Tail (Bigger)
Rnd 1: 4 Single crochet into Magic Ring (4)
Rnd 2: Sc around (4)
Rnd 3: *Inc* around (8)
Rnd 4: Sc around (8)
Rnd 5: *Sc 1, Inc* around (12)
Rnd 6: Sc around (12)
Rnd 7: *Sc 2, Inc* around (16)
Rnd 8: Sc around (16)
Rnd 9: Sc around (16)
Here is how it’s sewn below!
External Gills (Make 6)
Rnd 1: 6 Single crochet into Magic Ring (6)
Rnd 2: *Inc* around (12)
Rnd 3 – 5: Sc around (12)
Leave long tail for sewing
And now sew it all together and embroider your cute little face on!
Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint it on your site. You may keep a copy for your own personal use but please DO NOT sell the pattern or distribute it.
You may sell products made from this pattern but please clearly credit the design to Knot Bad and link it my website knotbadami.com
Make sure to post it! Please feel free to tag me and show me how yours turned out!
This is great, can’t wait to crochet these for a group of friends that are obsessed with axolotyls.
Amazing!! I am going to see if I cannot whip this up for my daughter for her birthday! She is obsessed with these creatures! Thank you!!
What round did you plsce the eyes? And how far apart?
Round 11 with 8 stitches apart!
You are so weird – in a good , creative way. Love your creations ! I’m 65 years young so what I tell you is a definite compliment.