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How to Crochet an Adorable Amigurumi Monkey: Step-by-Step Pattern

Create your own cuddly companion with this detailed crochet monkey pattern. Whether you are looking for a new project for a child or a cute gift for a friend, this amigurumi monkey is a delightful project that brings a touch of whimsy to any room.

Materials You Will Need

• Crochet yarn in your choice of monkey colors (e.g., brown, beige, and light tan)
• Crochet hook suitable for your yarn weight
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Safety eyes or black embroidery thread for the eyes
• Yarn needle and scissors

Crochet Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR: Magic Ring
• sc: Single crochet
• inc: Increase (two single crochet in one stitch)
• dec: Decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
• st: Stitch

Step-by-Step Crochet Instructions

The Body

The body is worked in a continuous spiral. Do not join rounds unless specified.

• Round 1: Start with a Magic Ring and crochet 6 sc into it (6 st)
• Round 2: inc in every stitch (12 st)
• Round 3: inc in every 2nd stitch (18 st)
• Round 4: inc in every 3rd stitch (24 st)
• Round 5: inc in every 4th stitch (30 st)
• Round 6: inc in every 5th stitch (36 st)
• Round 7: inc in every 6th stitch (42 st)
• Round 8: inc in every 7th stitch (48 st)
• Rounds 9-19: sc around in each stitch (48 st)
• Round 20: dec every 6th stitch (42 st)
• Round 21: dec every 5th stitch (36 st)
• Round 22: dec every 4th stitch (30 st)
• Round 23: dec every 3rd stitch (24 st)
• Rounds 24-25: sc around in each stitch (24 st)
• Round 26: inc every 4th stitch (30 st)
• Rounds 27-28: sc around in each stitch (30 st)
• Round 29: inc every 5th stitch (36 st)
• Rounds 30-31: sc around in each stitch (36 st)
• Round 32: inc every 6th stitch (42 st)
• Rounds 33-34: sc around in each stitch (42 st)
• Round 35: inc every 7th stitch (48 st)
• Rounds 36-37: sc around in each stitch (48 st)
• Round 38: dec every 6th stitch (42 st)
• Round 39: dec every 5th stitch (36 st)
• Round 40: dec every 4th stitch (30 st)
• Round 41: dec every 3rd stitch (24 st)

Note: Stop here and stuff the body firmly with fiberfill.

• Round 42: dec every 2nd stitch (18 st)
• Round 43: dec every other stitch (12 st)
• Round 44: dec in every stitch (6 st)

Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Under-Eye Area

This part is crocheted as a semi-circle.

• Round 1: Start with a Magic Ring and crochet 5 sc into it (5 st)
• Round 2: inc in every stitch (10 st)
• Round 3: inc in every 2nd stitch (15 st)
• Round 4: inc in every 3rd stitch (20 st)
• Round 5: inc in every 4th stitch (25 st)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

The Muzzle

• Round 1: Start with a Magic Ring and crochet 6 sc into it (6 st)
• Round 2: inc in every stitch (12 st)
• Round 3: inc in every 2nd stitch (18 st)
• Round 4: inc in every 3rd stitch (24 st)
• Round 5: inc in every 4th stitch (30 st)
• Round 6: inc in every 5th stitch (36 st)
• Round 7: inc in every 6th stitch (42 st)
• Round 8: inc in every 7th stitch (48 st)
• Rounds 9-16: sc around in each stitch (48 st)
• Round 17: dec every 6th stitch (42 st)
• Round 18: dec every 5th stitch (36 st)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

The Nose

• Round 1: Start with a Magic Ring and crochet 6 sc into it (6 st)
• Round 2: inc in every stitch (12 st)
• Round 3: inc in every 2nd stitch (18 st)
• Rounds 4-5: sc around in each stitch (18 st)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

The Ears

• Round 1: Start with a Magic Ring and crochet 6 sc into it (6 st)
• Round 2: inc in every stitch (12 st)
• Round 3: inc in every 2nd stitch (18 st)
• Round 4: inc in every 3rd stitch (24 st)

Change Yarn Color:

• Rounds 5-6: sc around in each stitch (24 st)
• Round 7: dec every 2nd stitch (18 st)
• Round 8: dec every other stitch (12 st)
• Round 9: dec in every stitch (6 st)

Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

The Arms

• Round 1: Start with a Magic Ring and crochet 6 sc into it (6 st)
• Round 2: inc in every 2nd stitch (9 st)
• Round 3: inc in every 3rd stitch (12 st)
• Rounds 4-6: sc around in each stitch (12 st)
• Round 7: dec every 2nd stitch (9 st)

Change Yarn Color:

• Rounds 8-22: sc around in each stitch (9 st)

Fasten off and weave in the ends.

The Legs

• Round 1: Start with a Magic Ring and crochet 6 sc into it (6 st)
• Round 2: inc in every stitch (12 st)
• Round 3: inc in every 2nd stitch (18 st)
• Rounds 4-7: sc around in each stitch (18 st)
• Round 8: dec every other stitch (12 st)
• Round 9: dec 2 stitches (10 st)

Change Yarn Color:

• Rounds 10-27: sc around in each stitch (10 st)

Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Assembly Tips

Start by sewing the muzzle and the under-eye areas onto the head. Then, attach the nose to the center of the muzzle. Position the eyes and ears for a cute expression. Finally, sew the arms and legs securely to the body. Make sure to double-check the placement of all parts before sewing them permanently!

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