Crochet Adorable Mini Stitch Amigurumi Characters

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Mini Stitch

Creating Mini Stitch your own handmade miniature Stitch character has never been easier! This comprehensive guide will walk you through each step of crocheting these beloved characters from start to finish. Perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike, this pattern results in an adorable pocket-sized companion that makes an ideal gift or charming addition to your collection.

Mini Stitch Materials You Will Need

Yarn Recommendations

  • Color A: Blue – YarnArt Jeans 17 (50g, 160m)
  • Color B: Black – YarnArt Jeans 53 (50g, 160m)
  • Color C: Light Blue – YarnArt Jeans 75 (50g, 160m)
  • Color D: Pink – YarnArt Jeans 78 (50g, 160m)

Mini Stitch Additional Supplies

  • 2.5 mm crochet hook
  • Key ring (1 piece)
  • Tapestry needle
  • Black thread
  • Safety pins
  • Stitch markers
  • Scissors
  • Polyester fiberfill
  • White and black felt for eyes

Mini Stitch Crochet Terms and Abbreviations

To help you follow this pattern with ease, familiarize yourself with these crochet terms:

  • Magic Ring (MR): Creates a tight center circle for crocheting in rounds
  • Chain Stitch (CH): Basic stitch that creates a foundation chain
  • Slip Stitch (SL ST): Used to join rounds or move position without adding height
  • Single Crochet (SC): Basic stitch that forms most of the amigurumi
  • Half Double Crochet (HDC): Slightly taller than single crochet
  • Double Crochet (DC): Taller stitch used for specific details
  • Triple Crochet (TC): Even taller stitch for special areas
  • Decrease (DEC): Working two stitches together as one
  • Increase (INC): Working two stitches into one stitch
  • Back Loop Only (BLO): Working through only the back loop of the stitch
  • Front Loop Only (FLO): Working through only the front loop of the stitch
  • Popcorn: Four double crochets worked into one stitch with a common top
  • Reverse Single Crochet: Working single crochet stitches in reverse direction
  • […] x #: Repeat the instructions in brackets the specified number of times

Mini Stitch Creating the First Leg (Color A)

Begin with creating the first leg using blue yarn:

Round 1: Make a magic ring and work 7 single crochets into it (7) Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (14) Round 3: Working in back loops only: Work [3 single crochets, switch to color B, make a popcorn stitch, switch back to color A, work 2 single crochets] repeat 3 times, work 2 final single crochets (14) Round 4: Work 14 single crochets (14) Round 5: [6 single crochets, increase] repeat 2 times (16) Round 6: Work 16 single crochets (16)

Cut yarn, but mark the 13th stitch of the last round with a stitch marker for later connection.

Mini Stitch Creating the Second Leg (Color A)

Rounds 1-6: Repeat the same pattern as the first leg (16) Round 7: Work 3 single crochets (3)

Do not cut the yarn. We’ll now join the legs and continue with the body.

Mini Stitch Body Construction (Color A)

Note: Color changes will be indicated by font changes: Color A is shown in regular text, while Color C is indicated with red text in the original pattern.

Round 1: Using the yarn from the second leg, join to the marked stitch on the first leg with a slip stitch. Work 16 single crochets on first leg, 16 single crochets on second leg (32) Round 2: [7 single crochets, increase] repeat 4 times (36) Round 3: Work 14 single crochets, then 7 single crochets in Color C, then 15 single crochets in Color A (36) Round 4: Work 13 single crochets in Color A, then 9 single crochets in Color C, then 14 single crochets in Color A (36) Rounds 5-6: Work 12 single crochets in Color A, then 11 single crochets in Color C, then 13 single crochets in Color A for both rounds (36) Round 7: [Decrease, 4 single crochets] repeat 2 times, decrease, 4 single crochets in Color C, decrease, 3 single crochets in Color C, 1 single crochet, [decrease, 4 single crochets] repeat 2 times (30) Rounds 8-9: Work 10 single crochets in Color A, 9 single crochets in Color C, 11 single crochets in Color A for both rounds (30) Round 10: [Decrease, 3 single crochets] repeat 2 times, decrease, 3 single crochets in Color C, decrease, 2 single crochets in Color C, 1 single crochet, [decrease, 3 single crochets] repeat 2 times (24) Round 11: Work 8 single crochets in Color A, 7 single crochets in Color C, 9 single crochets in Color A (24)

Cut yarn and stuff the body firmly.

Mini Stitch Arms (Color A, Make 2)

Rounds 1-4: Repeat rounds 1-4 from the first leg (14) Round 5: [5 single crochets, decrease] repeat 2 times (12) Rounds 6-9: Work 12 single crochets for 4 rounds (12) Round 10: [4 single crochets, decrease] repeat 2 times (10) Round 11: [3 single crochets, decrease] repeat 2 times (8)

Cut yarn, stuff only the lower part of the arms, sew the two edges together, and attach the arms to the body.

Mini Stitch Head (Color A)

Round 1: Chain 6, starting from the 2nd chain from hook: work 4 single crochets, 3 single crochets in the last chain, continue around to the other side of the foundation chain: work 3 single crochets, increase (12) Round 2: Work increase, 3 single crochets, 3 increases, 3 single crochets, 2 increases (18) Round 3: Work 1 single crochet, increase, 3 single crochets, [1 single crochet, increase] repeat 3 times, 3 single crochets, [1 single crochet, increase] repeat 2 times (24) Round 4: Work 1 single crochet, increase, 4 single crochets, [1 single crochet, increase, 1 single crochet] repeat 3 times, 3 single crochets, [1 single crochet, increase, 1 single crochet] repeat 2 times (30) Round 5: Work 3 single crochets, increase, 3 single crochets, [3 single crochets, increase] repeat 3 times, 3 single crochets, [3 single crochets, increase] repeat 2 times (36) Round 6: Work 36 single crochets (36) Round 7: Work 2 single crochets, increase, 5 single crochets, [2 single crochets, increase, 2 single crochets] repeat 3 times, 3 single crochets, [2 single crochets, increase, 2 single crochets] repeat 2 times (42) Rounds 8-9: Work 42 single crochets for 2 rounds (42)

Insert safety eyes between rounds 7 and 8 of the head.

Round 10: Work 5 single crochets, increase, 3 single crochets, [5 single crochets, increase] repeat 3 times, 3 single crochets, [5 single crochets, increase] repeat 2 times (48) Rounds 11-16: Work 48 single crochets for 6 rounds (48) Round 17: [4 single crochets, decrease] repeat 8 times (40) Round 18: [3 single crochets, decrease] repeat 8 times (32) Round 19: [2 single crochets, decrease] repeat 8 times (24)

Cut yarn and stuff the head firmly.

Mini Stitch Nose (Color B)

Round 1: Chain 4, beginning with the 2nd chain from hook: work [single crochet, half double crochet], [double crochet, triple crochet, double crochet], [half double crochet, single crochet]

Cut yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Ears (Color D, Make 2)

Round 1: Chain 12, beginning with the 2nd chain from hook: work 3 single crochets, 4 half double crochets, 3 double crochets, 6 double crochets in the last chain, continue around to the other side: work 3 double crochets, 4 half double crochets, 3 single crochets (26) Round 2: Work increase, 3 single crochets, 4 half double crochets, 3 double crochets, 4 increases with double crochets, 3 double crochets, 4 half double crochets, 3 single crochets, increase. Cut yarn D and switch to color A (32) Round 3: Work 1 single crochet, increase, 10 single crochets, [half double crochet, increase with half double crochet] repeat 4 times, 11 single crochets, increase (38)

Cut yarn, fold the two parts together, and sew the last 3 stitches together.

Final Assembly

  1. Sew the arms to the body
  2. Attach the ears to the head
  3. Use white and black felt to create eyes as shown in image #18
  4. Glue the eyes to the head
  5. Sew the nose between the two eyes
  6. Create a key ring chain using color A by chaining 8 stitches

Your mini Stitch amigurumi is now complete! This adorable character stands approximately 3 inches tall and makes a perfect keychain, bag charm, or miniature collectible.

Tips for Perfect Results

  • Maintain consistent tension throughout your work for a professional look
  • Use stitch markers to keep track of round beginnings, especially during color changes
  • Stuff firmly but carefully to maintain the character’s shape
  • Take time with the facial features, as they give your Stitch its distinctive personality
  • For Angel (pink) variation, simply substitute pink yarn for the blue sections and follow the same pattern

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Customization Ideas

  • Create a family of characters in different colors
  • Add tiny accessories like surfboards or flowers
  • Experiment with different yarn weights for various sizes
  • Use metallic yarn for special holiday versions

Whether you’re making this cute character for yourself or as a gift, this mini Stitch amigurumi pattern allows you to create a charming pocket-sized companion that’s sure to bring smiles wherever it goes.

Happy crocheting!

Note: This pattern is translated from Aquariwool Crochet’s original design. Please respect the designer’s work and do not distribute or sell this pattern.