Crochet a Toy Story Alien Amigurumi

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Toy Story Alien

The lovable three-eyed aliens from the Toy Story franchise make perfect amigurumi projects. With their distinctive green bodies, three eyes, and blue uniforms, these adorable creatures are instantly recognizable and relatively simple to create with basic crochet skills. This comprehensive guide will walk you through creating your own Toy Story alien amigurumi toy using the classic crochet technique.

Materials Needed for Toy Story Alien

Before beginning your alien amigurumi project, gather these essential supplies:

  • 3.0mm crochet hook
  • 100% acrylic yarn in the following colors:
    • Bright green (for the head, body parts, and antenna)
    • White (for the eye bases)
    • Turquoise blue (for the main body/uniform)
    • Royal blue (for the collar and bottom trim)
    • Purple (for the neck collar)
  • Black thread for embroidering the mouth and other details
  • 16mm safety eyes (3 eyes required)
  • Synthetic stuffing
  • Yarn needle
  • Scissors
  • Stitch markers (optional but recommended)

Toy Story Alien Understanding the Crochet Abbreviations

This pattern uses standard crochet terminology:

  • AM – Magic ring
  • cad – Chain
  • pd – Slip stitch
  • pb – Single crochet
  • aum – Increase (2 single crochets in the same stitch)
  • dis – Decrease (2 single crochets together)
  • BLO – Back loop only

Creating the Eyes (Make 3)

The alien’s most distinctive feature is its three eyes. Let’s start by creating them:

Toy Story Alien Using white yarn:

  1. 6 sc in magic ring [6]
  2. 6 inc [12]
  3. (1 sc, 1 inc) x 6 [18]

Finish with a slip stitch, leave a tail for sewing, and cut the yarn. Insert a 16mm safety eye in the center of each crocheted eye piece.

Toy Story Alien Creating the Antenna

Using green yarn:

  1. 6 sc in magic ring [6]
  2. 6 inc [12]
  3. 12 sc [12]
  4. 12 sc [12]
  5. 6 dec [6]
  6. Begin stuffing
  7. 6 sc [6]
  8. (1 sc, 1 inc) x 3 [9]
  9. Close with a slip stitch, stuff completely, and leave a tail for sewing

Toy Story Alien Head and Body Construction

Using green yarn:

  1. 8 sc in magic ring [8]
  2. 8 inc [16]
  3. (1 sc, 1 inc) x 8 [24]
  4. (2 sc, 1 inc) x 8 [32]
  5. (3 sc, 1 inc) x 8 [40]
  6. (4 sc, 1 inc) x 8 [48]
  7. (5 sc, 1 inc) x 8 [56]
  8. (6 sc, 1 inc) x 8 [64]
  9. (7 sc, 1 inc) x 8 [72]
  10. (8 sc, 1 inc) x 8 [80]
  11. 80 sc [80]
  12. 80 sc [80]

Eye Placement Note: The two side eyes should be positioned between rows 16 and 17, approximately 18 stitches apart. The center eye should be placed between rows 15 and 16, approximately 9 stitches from each side eye.

Continue after placing the eyes: 13. (8 sc, 1 dec) x 8 [72] 14. (7 sc, 1 dec) x 8 [64] 15. (6 sc, 1 dec) x 8 [56] 16. (5 sc, 1 dec) x 8 [48] 17. (4 sc, 1 dec) x 8 [40]

Fill the head with stuffing at this point.

Change to turquoise blue yarn: 18. 40 sc [40] 19. 40 sc [40] 20. 40 sc [40] 21. 40 sc [40] 22. 40 sc [40] 23. 40 sc [40] 24. 40 sc [40] 25. 40 sc [40] 26. 40 sc [40] 27. 40 sc [40]

Change to royal blue yarn: 28. In BLO, 40 sc [40] 29. (3 sc, 1 dec) x 8 [32] 30. (2 sc, 1 dec) x 8 [24] 31. (1 sc, 1 dec) x 8 [16] 32. 8 dec [8]

Close the opening by threading the yarn through the final 8 stitches and pulling tight.

Toy Story Alien Creating the Hands (Make 2)

The hands consist of three alien fingers each:

Using green yarn:

  1. 6 sc in magic ring [6]
  2. 6 sc [6]
  3. Create the first two fingers with 6 sc total, leaving the third finger on the hook
  4. For the third finger, join to another finger with 3 sc, then continue crocheting in a circle for a total of 18 sc [18]
  5. (1 sc, 1 dec) x 6 [12]

Change to turquoise blue yarn: 6. 12 sc [12] 7. 12 sc [12] 8. 12 sc [12] 9. 12 sc [12]

Fill lightly with stuffing, leave a tail for sewing, and cut yarn.

Creating the Feet (Make 2)

Using royal blue yarn:

  1. 6 sc in magic ring [6]
  2. 6 inc [12]
  3. (1 sc, 1 inc) x 6 [18]
  4. (2 sc, 1 inc) x 6 [24]
  5. 24 sc [24]
  6. 24 sc [24]
  7. (2 sc, 1 dec) x 6 [18]
  8. (1 sc, 1 dec) x 6 [12]

Fill lightly with stuffing and close with 6 sc.

Creating the Ears (Make 2)

Using green yarn:

  1. 6 sc in magic ring [6]
  2. 6 sc [6]
  3. 6 inc [12]
  4. 12 sc [12]
  5. (1 sc, 1 inc) x 6 [18]
  6. 18 sc [18]
  7. (2 sc, 1 inc) x 6 [24]
  8. 24 sc [24]
  9. (3 sc, 1 inc) x 6 [30]
  10. 30 sc [30]

Do not stuff the ears. Flatten the ear and close by crocheting 15 sc through both layers to create the flat ear shape.

Neck and Waistband

For the neck using purple yarn:

  1. Chain 53
  2. 52 sc in the round

For the waistband using royal blue yarn:

  1. Chain 45
  2. 44 sc in the round

Note: The exact number of stitches for the neck and waistband may vary depending on the size of your alien. Adjust as needed to fit properly.

Assembly Instructions

  1. Attach the eyes to the head as indicated earlier in the pattern.
  2. Embroider the mouth using black thread on the front of the face, creating a small oval mouth.
  3. Attach the antenna to the top center of the head.
  4. Attach the ears to the sides of the head, following the reference images.
  5. Sew the purple collar around the neck area where the green head meets the turquoise body.
  6. Attach the hands to the sides of the body.
  7. Attach the feet to the bottom of the body.

Final Touches

  1. Check all attachments to ensure everything is secure.
  2. Adjust stuffing as needed to give your alien the proper shape.
  3. Trim any loose threads for a clean finish.

Tips for Success

  • Keep your tension consistent throughout the project for the best results.
  • Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds, especially for the head and body.
  • When positioning the eyes, temporarily pin them in place before securing to ensure correct placement.
  • For a more authentic look, make sure the mouth is small and oval-shaped.
  • The antenna should stand upright – if it’s flopping over, you may need more stuffing or wire support.

Your Toy Story alien amigurumi is now complete! This adorable character makes a wonderful gift for Disney Pixar fans or a charming addition to your own collection. With its distinctive three eyes and green face, it’s instantly recognizable as the beloved character who is eternally grateful to “The Claw.”Réessayer

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Conclusion

Creating your own Toy Story alien amigurumi brings a piece of Pixar magic into your hands through the art of crochet. This project combines simple techniques to produce a recognizable and adorable character that captures the charm of the original aliens from the beloved film franchise. The finished amigurumi, with its bright green head, distinctive three eyes, and blue uniform, serves as both a delightful decoration and a tangible connection to the whimsical world of Toy Story.

The process of crafting this alien character offers more than just the satisfaction of completion. With each stitch, you develop and refine your crochet skills, building confidence in creating three-dimensional forms and mastering techniques like working in the round, increasing, decreasing, and assembly. The project is accessible to intermediate crocheters while still offering enough detail to create a recognizable character.

Your completed alien will likely elicit smiles and recognition from fellow Toy Story fans who appreciate its iconic design and the care you’ve put into its creation. Whether made as a gift, a personal keepsake, or as part of a larger Toy Story amigurumi collection, this green three-eyed alien stands as a testament to both your crafting abilities and your appreciation for animated storytelling.

Remember that each handmade item carries its own unique character—small variations in your work add personality and charm to your creation. As the Toy Story aliens themselves would say, your finished amigurumi is truly something to be “eternally grateful” for. With your new alien friend in hand, you’ve successfully brought a beloved character from screen to reality through the timeless craft of crochet.