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Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern

Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

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

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Cute Companion

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

About This Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern makes a stuffed Umbreon plushie inspired by the Pokemon character, worked in continuous rounds for smooth shaping. It features colored ear and tail rings, felt eyes and rings, and clear assembly instructions to position parts accurately. You will shape the head, body, legs, ears and tail with stuffing and simple increases/decreases for a neat finish.

Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Includes step-by-step rounds for every piece and helpful finishing tips for placement and markings. Suitable for crocheters comfortable with single crochet shaping and working in the round.

Why You'll Love This Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it brings a beloved Pokemon to life in a small, handmade form that feels special. I enjoyed designing the ring details on the ears and tail because they add character with simple color changes. The shaping balances ease and realism, so you get a recognizable silhouette without complicated stitches. Sewing and positioning the parts is satisfying and lets you personalize the expression and stance. Every finished plushie makes a lovely gift or keepsake I am proud to share.

Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with color to customize this pattern; try switching the yellow accents for pastel shades to create a softer, whimsical creature.

I often change yarn weight and hook size to make different sizes — bulky yarn creates a cuddly, chunky Umbreon while fingering weight yields a tiny collectible.

I sometimes replace felt eyes with safety eyes for a glossy look, or embroider eyes for a softer finish — both give very different personalities.

I recommend adding a wire core to the tail or ears if you want posable elements that can be posed for display.

Try embroidering subtle markings or adding tiny crocheted accessories like a scarf or collar to make each plush unique.

If you prefer a realistic finish, use a smaller hook for tighter stitches and firmer stuffing to keep defined shapes and seams.

To make a keychain version, use thinner yarn and a smaller hook, and add a keyring to the top of the head before closing the final round.

I sometimes layer felt and stitched details together — for example, glue or sew felt rings then add a thin embroidered outline to make the rings pop.

Experiment with placement of the yellow rings to change expression or silhouette — moving them slightly higher or lower alters the look dramatically.

When gifting, personalize with a tiny embroidered name tag sewn to the underside or add a small loop to hang the plush as an ornament.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not starting with a tight magic ring can leave a large hole at the tip of pieces; use a snug magic ring and pull it closed before continuing. ✗ Forgetting to stuff as you go can make shaping difficult and cause lumps; stuff gradually, especially during shaping rounds, to maintain smooth contours. ✗ Skipping counts when doing increases and decreases causes uneven shaping; count stitches at the end of each round and use a marker at the start of rounds. ✗ Changing colors without securing tails can create loose ends inside work; carry the tail or leave a several-inch tail to weave in and secure in later rounds. ✗ Overstuffing shoulders when attaching legs can distort the body shape; add only a little stuffing under the shoulder for a smooth transition and a natural curve.

Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming Umbreon plushie with this detailed crochet pattern. You will create a pocket-sized Pokemon-inspired amigurumi using worsted weight yarn and simple shaping techniques. This pattern includes full round-by-round instructions, ear and tail color changes, and assembly notes to guide you to a polished finish. Perfect for gifting or displaying on a shelf.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted weight yarn (WW) - Black (main) - quantity as needed
  • 02
    Worsted weight yarn (WW) - Yellow (accent) - quantity as needed
  • 03
    Yellow felt scraps for rings (several small ovals)
  • 04
    Red felt scraps for eyes (small shapes)
  • 05
    Black felt scraps for eye details and small shapes
  • 06
    White felt scraps for catch lights

— Tools Required

  • 01
    G crochet hook (size G)
  • 02
    Fiberfill stuffing
  • 03
    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving in ends
  • 04
    Yellow, red, white and black felt scraps (for rings and eyes)

Progress Tracker

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— BODY :

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2 :

2 sc in each sc around (12)

Rnd 3 :

sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc around (18)

Rnd 4 :

sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (24)

Rnd 5 :

sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (30)

Rnd 6 :

sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (36)

Rnd 7-12 :

sc in each sc around (36)

Rnd 13 :

sc in next 10 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (33)

Rnd 14-15 :

sc in each sc around (33)

Rnd 16 :

sc in next 9 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (30)

Rnd 17-20 :

sc in each sc around (30)

Info :

This is a fairly good place to begin stuffing and shaping if you haven't already. Stuff fairly firmly while also shaping the body. Continue stuffing and shaping as you progress.

Rnd 21 :

sc in next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (33)

Rnd 22 :

sc in next 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (36)

Rnd 23-25 :

sc in each sc around (36)

Rnd 26 :

sc in next 4 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (30)

Rnd 27 :

sc in next 3 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (24)

Rnd 28 :

sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (18)

Rnd 29 :

sc in next sc, dec over next 2 sc around (12)

Rnd 30 :

dec over next 2 sc around (6)

Info :

F/O. Add any stuffing needed to finish the shaping and weave the tail thread through the final round, pull gently to close up the small opening. Secure and weave in the tail yarn.

— HEAD/NECK :

Rnd 1 :

8 sc in magic ring (8)

Rnd 2 :

2 sc in each sc around (16)

Rnd 3 :

sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc around (24)

Rnd 4 :

sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (32)

Rnd 5-6 :

sc in each sc around (32)

Rnd 7 :

sc in next 16 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in remaining 15 sc (33)

Rnd 8 :

sc in each sc around (33)

Rnd 9 :

sc in next 16 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 16 sc (35)

Rnd 10 :

sc in next 17 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 17 sc (36)

Rnd 11 :

sc in next 14 sc, * dec over next 2 sc *, repeat * * 3 more times, sc in remaining 14 sc (32)

Rnd 12 :

sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (24)

Rnd 13 :

repeat rnd 12 (18)

Rnd 14 :

sc in next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc (20)

Rnd 15 :

sc in next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc (22)

Rnd 16 :

sc in next 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc (24)

Info :

Stuff head firmly while shaping, pay particular attention to the 'nose' area. The head should be pinned to the upper portion of the body (roughly rnds 24-30) with nose area facing forward (the two 'points' of the neck shaping create the cape that create the gentle curve of the neckline. ) See photos to help with placement.

— FRONT LEGS :

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in magic ring (6)

Rnd 2 :

sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc (8)

Rnd 3 :

sc in each sc around (8)

Rnd 4 :

dec over next 2 sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in each of next 2 sc, sc in next sc, dec over last 2 sc (8)

Rnd 5 :

repeat Rnd 4 (8)

Info :

Begin stuffing at this point, foot and leg should be stuffed moderately firm, without overstuffing. You'll want a little bit of play in the leg to position the feet as you prefer. Continue stuffing as you progress.

Rnd 6-8 :

sc in each sc around (8)

Rnd 9 :

sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in last sc (10)

Rnd 10 :

sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in last sc (12)

Row 11-12 :

sc in each sc around (12)

Info :

Do not fasten off at this point, continue with shoulder and either right or left leg instructions:

Begin Shoulder :

Right leg:

Row 13 :

sc in next 6 sc, leave remaining sc unworked, ch 1 and turn (6)

Row 14 :

sc in each sc across, ch 1 and turn (6)

Row 15 :

sc in next 4 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch 1 and turn (5)

Row 16 :

sc in next 3 sc, dec over last 2 sc (4)

Info :

F/O.

Left Leg :

Turn work so that the 'inside' of the leg (wrong side of work) is facing you. Complete rows 13 through 16 as described for right leg. F/O.

— BACK LEGS :

Rnd 1-5 :

Same as for front leg

Rnd 6-7 :

sc in each sc around (8)

Info :

Begin stuffing at this point, foot and leg should be stuffed moderately firm, without overstuffing. You'll want a little bit of play in the leg to position the feet as you prefer. Continue stuffing as you progress.

Rnd 8 :

sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc around (12)

Rnd 9 :

sc in each sc around (12)

Rnd 10 :

Repeat rnd 8 (18)

Rnd 11-12 :

sc in each sc around (18)

Info :

Do not fast off, continue with 'cape/shoulder' for either right or left leg:

Right Leg :

Row 1: Sc 9, leave remaining sc unworked, ch1 and turn (9)

Row 2 :

sc in next 7 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch1 and turn (8)

Row 3 :

sc in next 6 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch1 and turn (7)

Row 4 :

sc in next 5 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch1 and turn(6)

Row 5 :

sc in next 4 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch1 and turn (5)

Row 6 :

sc in next 3 sc, dec over last 2 sc, (4)

Info :

F/O.

Left Leg :

Turn work so that inside of leg (wrong side of work) is facing you. Continue with shoulder as described for Right Leg.

— EARS (make 2) :

Begin with black :

Rnd 1 :

3 sc in magic ring (3)

Rnd 2 :

sc in first 2 sc, 2 sc in last sc (4)

Rnd 3 :

sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc (6)

Rnd 4 :

sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc around (9)

Rnd 5 :

sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (12)

Rnd 6 :

sc in each sc around, change to yellow yarn in last sc of round, drop black to back of work but do not fasten off

Rnd 7-9 :

sc in each sc around, change back to black yarn in last sc of round 9, cut yellow leaving a tail of several inches, (carry tail along with work for the first several stitches of the next round to secure it) (12)

Info :

Begin stuffing at this point, ears should be stuffed fairly firmly. Continue to stuff as you progress.

Rnd 10-12 :

sc in each sc around (12)

Rnd 13 :

sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (9)

Rnd 14 :

sc in next sc, dec over next 2 sc around (6)

Info :

F/O. Add any stuffing needed to finished out the shape of the ear.

— TAIL :

Begin with black :

Rnd 1 :

3 sc in magic ring (3)

Rnd 2 :

sc in first 2 sc, 2 sc in last sc (4)

Rnd 3 :

sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc (6)

Rnd 4 :

sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc around (9)

Rnd 5 :

sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (12)

Rnd 6 :

sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (15)

Rnd 7-8 :

sc in each sc around, change to yellow yarn in last sc of round (15)

Info :

Begin stuffing at this point, tail should be stuffed fairly firmly. Continue to stuff as you progress.

Rnd 9-11 :

sc in each sc around, change to black in last sc of round 11, f/o yellow yarn (15)

Rnd 12-14 :

sc in each sc around (15)

Rnd 15 :

sc in next 3 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (12)

Rnd 16 :

sc in each sc around (12)

Rnd 17 :

sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (9)

Rnd 18 :

sc in each sc around (9)

Rnd 19 :

sc in next sc, dec over next 2 sc around (6)

Rnd 20 :

sc in each sc around (6)

Info :

F/O. Add any stuffing needed to finalize the shaping and weave in tail.

— FINAL ASSEMBLY :

Info :

I highly recommend that you pin all parts together before you begin to sew them, to make certain all parts are as you like and in the position you prefer.

Info :

Head is sewn to body as shown, take your time and pin the head on first, making sure that the neck is adequately stuffed, and that the 'nape' of the neck is positioned so as to create the curve of the neck. (See the pictures to help you position the head)

Info :

For the yellow markings, cut 5 oval shapes from yellow felt, then cut out the center of each to make the 'rings'. Pin one of them to the head, between the ears and slightly to the front. The other four are each sewn onto the 'shoulders' of the leg pieces. You can do this before you sew the legs to the body, but I would recommend that you first pin the legs in the positions you want on the body, and then pin the markings to the legs as you prefer them, then unpin the legs and sew on the markings (or you can wait to add the markings after sewing on the legs.)

Info :

When sewing the legs on, you will probably want to add a little stuffing under each 'shoulder'. Not much stuffing is generally required here, just enough to give a very slight 'roundness' to the shoulder/hip area - and make a smooth transition from leg to 'body'.

Info :

Ears and tail are positioned and sewn on as shown.

Info :

Eyes are cut from red and black felt scraps, in shapes as shown. Catch lights are very small pieces of white felt.

Assembly Instructions

  • Pin all parts together first to check positions, then sew the head to the body with the nose area facing forward so the neck 'nape' creates a gentle curve of the neckline.
  • Cut 5 oval shapes from yellow felt and cut out their centers to make rings; pin one to the head between the ears and the remaining four to the shoulders of the legs, then sew in place.
  • Sew legs to the body, adding a little stuffing under each shoulder to create a smooth, rounded transition from leg to body for natural shaping.
  • Position and sew ears and tail in place as shown in the photos, ensuring the yellow rings and stripes align correctly after color changes.

Important Notes

  • 💡Pin all parts before sewing to ensure correct placement and symmetry.
  • 💡Stuff pieces gradually while shaping; overstuffing can distort curves and reduce flexibility.
  • 💡Weave in and secure color change tails to prevent loose yarn inside finished pieces.
  • 💡Add only a small amount of stuffing under each shoulder when attaching legs to maintain a smooth transition between leg and body.

This Umbreon plushie pattern gives you a lovable Pokemon-style companion with charming yellow rings and a sleek silhouette. Perfect for gifting or adding to your handmade collection, this pattern is satisfying to stitch and assemble. Happy crocheting and enjoy your new cuddly friend! 🧶🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi will be small to medium, roughly 6-10 inches tall depending on yarn tension and exact hook size you use.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can substitute yarn weight but sizes will change; use an appropriate hook for the yarn and expect a different finished size and denser or looser fabric.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of single crochet, working in the round, increases and decreases is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though the total time will vary based on experience and how much time you spend on assembly and finishing details.