Adorable Vancouver Island Marmot Crochet Pattern

ByLina Morgen

Meet your new crochet companion—a tiny, chubby-cheeked Vancouver Island marmot! Inspired by one of Canada’s most endangered animals, this little guy is not only adorable but also a great way to spread awareness about these fascinating creatures.

This pattern is beginner-friendly, using simple stitches like single crochet (sc), increases (inc), and decreases (dec). The result? A cuddly, 5-inch marmot with a fluffy tail, tiny paws, and the cutest little ears. You can customize the colors to match different marmot species or even make a whole family

Why You’ll Love This Pattern:
✅ Quick & Easy – Works up fast with basic stitches.
✅ Educational – A fun way to learn about wildlife conservation.
✅ Customizable – Adjust colors for different marmot species!

Before you start, take a moment to look up the real Vancouver Island marmot—they’re chubby, whistling rodents with the sweetest faces! Now, grab your yarn and hook, and let’s make a plushie that’s as charming as the real thing

Adorable Vancouver Island Marmot Crochet Pattern

Materials

  • Yarn:
    • Dark brown (main body)
    • White (belly & muzzle) (I used Loops & Threads Soft Classic Solid)
  • Hook: 4.5mm (or size to match yarn)
  • Safety eyes (small, ~6mm)
  • Stuffing (polyfill or scrap yarn)
  • Tapestry needle
  • Stitch marker
  • Scissors

Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • ch = chain
  • sc = single crochet
  • inc = increase (2 sc in same stitch)
  • dec = decrease (invisible or sc2tog)
  • hdc = half double crochet
  • dc = double crochet
  • tc = triple crochet
  • ss = slip stitch
  • FLO/BLO = front/back loops only
  • mc = magic circle
  • (…) = repeat instructions inside
  • (#) = stitch count at end of round

Finished Size

Approx. 5 inches long (including tail). Size may vary based on yarn weight and tension.

Pattern Instructions

Adorable Vancouver Island Marmot Crochet Pattern
Adorable Vancouver Island Marmot Crochet Pattern
Adorable Vancouver Island Marmot Crochet Pattern

Body (Start with white for belly, switch to dark brown)

  1. R1: 6 sc in mc (6)
  2. R2: (Inc) x6 (12) (Switch to dark brown)
  3. R3: Sc around (12)
  4. R4: (Sc, inc) x6 (18)
  5. R5–8: Sc around (18) x4 rounds
  6. R9: (Sc, dec) x6 (12)
  7. R10: Sc around (12)
  8. R11–14: (Sc 2, inc) x4 (16)
  9. R15–16: Sc around (16) x2
  10. R17: (Sc 2, inc) x5, sc (21)
  11. R18–22: Sc around (21) x5
  12. R23: (Sc, dec) x7 (14)
  13. R24: (Dec) x7 (7)
Adorable Vancouver Island Marmot Crochet Pattern
Adorable Vancouver Island Marmot Crochet Pattern
Adorable Vancouver Island Marmot Crochet Pattern
  • Fasten off, stuff firmly, and close the hole.

Ears (Make 2, dark brown)

  • 6 sc in mc, fasten off leaving a tail for sewing.
Adorable Vancouver Island Marmot Crochet Pattern

Front Paws (Make 2, dark brown)

  1. R1: 6 sc in mc (6)
  2. R2–3: Sc around (6) x2
  • Fasten off, leaving a tail to attach.

Back Paws (Make 2, dark brown)

  1. R1: 6 sc in mc (6)
  2. R2: Sc around (6)
  • Fasten off, leaving a tail to attach.

Tail (Dark brown)

  1. R1: 6 sc in mc (6)
  2. R2: Sc around (6)
  3. R3: (Sc, inc) x3 (9)
  4. R4–6: Sc around (9) x3
  5. R7: (Sc, dec) x3 (6)
  6. R8: Sc around (6)
Adorable Vancouver Island Marmot Crochet Pattern
  • Fasten off, stuff lightly, and sew to the bum.

Assembly

  1. Attach safety eyes between R8–9 (about 4–5 stitches apart).
  2. Sew ears to the top of the head.
  3. Attach paws to the body (front paws slightly lower).
  4. Sew tail to the back.
  5. Embroider a nose & whiskers (optional).

Tips for Beginners

Magic Circle Help: If it’s tricky, chain 2 and work the first round into the first chain.
Stuffing: Firmly stuff the body but keep paws and tail lightly filled.
Safety Eyes: Place them before closing the head for best positioning.

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