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Crab Memory Game Amigurumi Pattern

Crab Memory Game Amigurumi Pattern
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Beginner Friendly Level

Perfect for those just starting their crochet journey, with clear instructions and simple techniques

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Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Crab Memory Game Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a playful Crab Memory Game set: one large mother crab and ten baby crabs. It includes both written and charted instructions using standard US crochet terminology. Techniques include working in the round, joining pieces, and simple embroidery for facial features.

Crab Memory Game Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You will make small bodies, multiple legs, eyes, and assemble them into a delightful memory set. Photos and charts are provided to guide placement and finishing.

Why You'll Love This Crab Memory Game Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines simple amigurumi techniques with playful design to create a tactile memory game. I enjoy how versatile the pieces are — you can make tiny baby crabs in many colors and a large mum that acts as a cozy home. The pattern is beginner friendly but still satisfying, with visible progress as each crab comes together. I find the assembly and placement of legs especially fun because it brings personality to each crab.

Crab Memory Game Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Crab Memory Game Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Crab Memory Game Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Crab Memory Game Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize these crabs by changing the center color on each baby crab to create matching pairs for the memory game.

You can make the set smaller or larger by switching yarn weight and adjusting hook size; bulky yarn gives you chunky crabs while sport weight creates mini keychain friends.

I often add tiny felt accessories or embroidered motifs to some babies to make special pairs or themed sets for parties.

Try different eye sizes or sew on safety eyes with washers for extra sturdiness; smaller eyes make the crabs look cuter and larger ones create playful expressions.

For a softer toy suitable for toddlers, use embroidered eyes instead of safety eyes and secure all seam allowances with tight, hidden stitches.

I sometimes change the mouth shape by moving the embroidered smile up or down between rounds to give each baby crab a different personality.

Consider stuffing legs more firmly than bodies for sturdier, poseable limbs — or add a short length of bendable wire for posability in display pieces.

If you want a coastal color palette, use blues, corals, and sand tones for baby crab centers to create a beach-themed memory game set.

I also recommend mixing yarn textures: pair a smooth cotton body with boucle or slubby centers for tactile contrast children will love exploring.

Finally, you can make matching storage pouches by enlarging the mother crab shell or adding a simple crocheted bag to hold the babies between games.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds will make tracking increases and decreases difficult; use a marker to mark the first stitch of each round so counting stays accurate. ✗ Overstuffing the body causes bulging seams and distorted shapes; stuff gradually and evenly, adding small amounts until the desired firmness is reached. ✗ Ignoring the note that beginning chains do not count as a stitch can change stitch counts; always follow the pattern instruction that chains at the start of a round do not count unless stated. ✗ Changing yarn weight without adjusting hook size will alter finished size and drape; if you use a different yarn weight, switch to an appropriate hook and make a gauge test before starting.

Crab Memory Game Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming mother crab and TEN adorable baby crabs with this complete crochet pattern. You'll get clear, step-by-step instructions written in US crochet terms so you can create a delightful memory game set. The pattern uses basic stitches and is perfect for making playful gifts and classroom activities. Follow the photos and charts to assemble realistic, cuddly crabs with expressive eyes and fun leg details.

Beginner Friendly 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Crab Memory Game Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    5 ply, 100% cotton yarn — approx 10 g pink color (for mum bottom center)
  • 02
    4 ply, 100% cotton yarn — approx 250 g Dark Red or Maroon (main crab color for mum and babies)
  • 03
    2 yards from 5 different colors (for baby crab center color accents)
  • 04
    Approx 5 g Black and 5 g White yarn for facial details and eyes

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.00 mm
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 3.5 mm
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Tapestry needle
  • 05
    Stitch marker
  • 06
    Black safety eyes 15 mm (1 pair)
  • 07
    Black safety eyes 4 mm (10 pairs)
  • 08
    Fiber filling / polyester stuffing
  • 09
    1 cm button

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— Instructions for baby crabs :

Bottom part of the body :

Make 10 in 5 different colors. Starting with any random color. Make 6 foundation chs. Work from the 2nd ch. 3.5 mm hook.

Round 1 :

1 sc inc. 3 sc. 1 sc inc. Now work into the other side of the chs. 1 sc inc. 3 sc. 1 sc inc (14)

Round 2 :

2 sc inc. 3 sc. 4 sc inc. 3 sc. 2 sc inc (22)

Round 3 :

22 sc (22)

Round 4 :

(1 sc, 1 sc inc)x11 (33)

Round 5 :

33 sc (33)

Info :

Fasten off.

Top part of the body :

Make 10 in Dark red. Make 6 foundation chs. Work from the 2nd ch. 3.5 mm hook.

Round 1 :

1 sc inc. 3 sc.1 sc inc. Now work into the other side of the chs. 1 sc inc. 3 sc. 1 sc inc (14)

Round 2 :

2 sc inc. 3 sc. 4 sc inc. 3 sc. 2 sc inc (22)

Round 3 :

22 sc (22)

Round 4 :

(1 sc, 1 sc inc)x11 (33)

Round 5 to 7 :

33 sc (33)

Info :

Fasten off. Attach safety eyes (4mm) between rnd 4 and 5 with 3 sts in between. Embroider the mouth with black color on rnd 6.

Let's join top and bottom parts together :

Insert the hook into the st in the last rnd (from top part to bottom part) and attach the dark red yarn with a sl st. Work into both parts together. 1 sl st to every st. Before you complete the round fill inside.

— Baby crab legs :

Small legs :

Make 60 in Dark red. Work into a magic ring. 3.5 mm hook.

Round 1 :

5 sc into the magic ring (05)

Round 2 to 5 :

5 sc (05)

Info :

Fasten off. Leave the tail.

Large front legs :

Make 20 in Dark red. Work into a magic ring. 3.5 mm hook.

Round 1 :

6 sc into the magic ring (06)

Round 2 :

2 sc inc. 4 sc (08)

Round 3 :

8 sc (08)

Round 4 :

4 sc inc. 4 sc (12)

Round 5 to 7 :

12 sc (12)

Round 8 :

2 sc. 2 inv sc dec. 6 sc. (10)

Round 9 :

2 sc. 1 inv sc dec. 6 sc (09)

Round 10 :

1 inv sc dec. 1 sc. 1 inv sc dec. 4 sc (07)

Round 11 to 14 :

7 sc (07)

Info :

Fasten off. Leave the tail. Embroider V shape in the inner side of the leg.

Let's join legs :

Join all legs into the bottom part of the body as shown in photos and charts.

— Instructions for mum crab :

Bottom :

Starting with 5 ply pink color yarn. Make a magic ring. ch 3. 3 mm hook.

Round 1 :

12 dc into the magic ring (Total 12 sts). Close the magic ring. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc.

Round 2 :

ch 3. 1 dc inc to every st. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 24 sts)

Round 3 :

ch 3. *1 dc, 1 dc inc**. Rep from * to ** for another 11 times. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 36 sts)

Round 4 :

ch 3. *2 dc, 1 dc inc**. Rep from * to ** for another 11 times. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 48 sts)

Round 5 :

ch 3. *3 dc, 1 dc inc**. Rep from * to ** for another 11 times. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 60 sts)

Round 6 :

ch 3. *4 dc, 1 dc inc**. Rep from * to ** for another 11 times. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 72 sts)

Round 7 :

ch 3. *5 dc, 1 dc inc**. Rep from * to ** for another 11 times. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 84 sts)

Info :

Change the yarn into 4 ply Dark red.

Round 8 :

ch 3. *6 dc, 1 dc inc**. Rep from * to ** for another 11 times. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 96 sts)

Round 9 :

ch 3. *7 dc, 1 dc inc**. Rep from * to ** for another 11 times. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 108 sts)

Info :

Fasten off.

Top :

Starting with 4 ply Dark Red color yarn. Make a magic ring. ch 3. 3 mm hook.

Round 1 :

12 dc into the magic ring (Total 12 sts). Close the magic ring. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc.

Round 2 :

ch 3. 1 dc inc to every st. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 24 sts)

Round 3 :

ch 3. *1 dc, 1 dc inc**. Rep from * to ** for another 11 times. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 36 sts)

Round 4 :

ch 3. *2 dc, 1 dc inc**. Rep from * to ** for another 11 times. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 48 sts)

Round 5 :

ch 3. *3 dc, 1 dc inc**. Rep from * to ** for another 11 times. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 60 sts)

Round 6 :

ch 3. *4 dc, 1 dc inc**. Rep from * to ** for another 11 times. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 72 sts)

Round 7 :

ch 3. *5 dc, 1 dc inc**. Rep from * to ** for another 11 times. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 84 sts)

Round 8 :

ch 3. *6 dc, 1 dc inc**. Rep from * to ** for another 11 times. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 96 sts)

Round 9 :

ch 3. *7 dc, 1 dc inc**. Rep from * to ** for another 11 times. Sl st to the top of the 1st dc. (Total 108 sts)

Info :

Fasten off.

Let's join top and bottom parts together :

Insert the hook into the st in the last rnd (from top part to bottom part) and attach the dark red yarn with a sl st. ch 1. Work into both parts together. 1 sc to every st for next 81 st. Now work into the top part only. 13 sl st. ch 8. 14 sl st. Fasten off.

Small legs (mum) :

Make 6 in Dark red. Work into a magic ring. 3.5 mm hook.

Round 1 :

6 sc into the magic ring (06)

Round 2 :

6 sc (06)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, 1 sc inc)x3 (09)

Round 4 :

9 sc (09)

Round 5 :

(2 sc, 1 sc inc)x3 (12)

Round 6 and 7 :

12 sc (12)

Round 8 :

(2 sc, 1 inv sc dec)x3 (09)

Round 9 and 10 :

9 sc (09)

Round 11 :

(2 sc, 1 sc inc)x3 (12)

Round 12 :

(3 sc, 1 sc inc)x3 (15)

Round 13 :

(4 sc, 1 sc inc)x3 (18)

Round 14 to 16 :

18 sc (18)

Round 17 :

(4 sc, 1 inv sc dec)x3 (15)

Round 18 :

(3 sc, 1 inv sc dec)x3 (12)

Round 19 :

(2 sc, 1 inv sc dec)x3 (09)

Round 20 and 21 :

09 sc (09)

Info :

Rep again from rnd 11 to 21. Fasten off. Leave the tail.

Large front legs (mum) - Part A :

Make 2 in Dark red. Work into a magic ring. 3.5 mm hook.

Round 1 :

6 sc into the magic ring (06)

Round 2 :

6 sc (06)

Round 3 :

3 sc inc. 3 sc (09)

Round 4 :

9 sc (09)

Round 5 :

3 sc. 3 sc inc. 3 sc (12)

Round 6 :

12 sc (12)

Round 7 :

4 sc. 4 sc inc. 4 sc (16)

Round 8 :

16 sc (16)

Info :

Fasten off.

Large front legs (mum) - Part B :

Make 2 in Dark red. Work into a magic ring. 3.5 mm hook.

Round 1 :

6 sc into the magic ring (06)

Round 2 :

6 sc (06)

Round 3 :

3 sc inc. 3 sc (09)

Round 4 :

9 sc (09)

Round 5 :

3 sc. 3 sc inc. 3 sc (12)

Round 6 :

12 sc (12)

Round 7 :

4 sc. 4 sc inc. 4 sc (16)

Round 8 and 9 :

16 sc (16)

Round 10 :

6 sc. 4 sc inc. 6 sc. (20)

Round 11 :

20 sc (20)

Round 12 :

11 sc. Insert the hook into the part A. Make 16 sc around part A. Again make 9 sc to the part B. (36)

Info :

Fasten off.

Round 13 :

(4 sc , 1 inv sc dec)x6 (30)

Round 14 :

(3 sc , 1 inv sc dec)x6 (24)

Round 15 :

2 inv sc dec. 16 sc. 2 inv sc dec (20)

Round 16 and 17 :

20 sc (20)

Round 18 :

2 inv sc dec. 12 sc. 2 inv sc dec (16)

Round 19 :

(2 sc , 1 inv sc dec)x4 (12)

Round 20 :

(2 sc , 1 inv sc dec)x3 (09)

Round 21 and 22 :

9 sc (09)

Round 23 :

(2 sc , 1 sc inc)x3 (12)

Round 24 :

(3 sc , 1 sc inc)x3 (15)

Round 25 :

(4 sc , 1 sc inc)x3 (18)

Round 26 to 28 :

18 sc (18)

Round 29 :

(4 sc , 1 inv sc dec)x3 (15)

Round 30 :

(3 sc , 1 inv sc dec)x3 (12)

Round 31 :

(2 sc , 1 inv sc dec)x3 (09)

Round 32 and 33 :

09 sc (09)

Info :

Rep rnd 23 to 33 one more time as specified on the pattern. Join all legs into the bottom part of the body.

— Eyes :

Eyes :

Make 2 in 4 ply White yarn. Work into a magic ring. 3.5 mm hook.

Round 1 :

6 sc into the magic ring (06)

Round 2 :

6 sc inc (12)

Round 3 to 5 :

12 sc (12)

Info :

Attach safety eyes (15mm) between rnd 3 and 4. Round 6: 6 inv sc dec (06). Fasten off. Close the open. Attach on the top part.

Info :

Attach the button into the bottom part of the mum as shown in photos to secure the opening and create an inside pocket for baby crabs.

Assembly Instructions

  • Join the top and bottom parts by inserting the hook through a stitch in the last round of the top and the corresponding stitch of the bottom, attach dark red yarn and work the required rounds together, stuffing the body before completing the seam.
  • Position and sew the small legs evenly around the bottom edge of each baby crab, using photos as a guide for spacing so each crab is balanced and symmetrical.
  • Attach large front legs to the mother crab by sewing Part A and Part B together and then sewing the finished legs securely around the front edge of the body.
  • Attach eyes to the top part by placing white eye pieces on the top rounds with the 15 mm safety eyes between rounds 3 and 4, then sew or secure firmly into place.
  • Embroider the mouth onto baby crabs on round 6 using black yarn, and add any inner leg V-shape embroidery before finishing and trimming tails.

Important Notes

  • 💡Exact gauge is not critical for this pattern; keep tension normal and avoid working with a loose tension to maintain shape.
  • 💡When working rounds, beginning chains do not count as a stitch unless explicitly noted in the instructions.
  • 💡Stuff bodies before finishing the join between top and bottom to achieve smooth shapes and avoid lumps during assembly.

This Crab Memory Game pattern brings a playful, handmade charm to family playtime and gift-giving. Create a loving mother crab and a parade of colorful baby crabs that hide and peek from her shell. Perfect for crafty afternoons, classroom activities, or a unique birthday present that sparks smiles. 🧶🦀

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished mother crab measures approximately 8.5 inches in diameter for the body when made with the recommended yarn and hook sizes; the baby crabs measure about 3 inches across the body.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can change yarn weight, but it will affect the final size; if you choose a different weight, adjust your hook size and make a gauge swatch first to ensure desired proportions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is beginner friendly and only requires basic crochet skills like single crochet, double crochet, increases, and decreases, along with working in the round.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete the full set in about 5-7 hours of work, depending on experience and how many baby crabs you make at once.