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Veggies Amigurumi Pattern

Veggies 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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Tiny Treasure

Small, sweet, and gift-worthy creations that fit perfectly in the palm of your hand with detailed charm.

About This Veggies Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a delightful collection of small crocheted vegetables — a tomato, carrot, corn cob, eggplant, and radish. Each piece is worked in the round with shaping rounds, and includes leaf and stem finishing instructions for realistic detail. The pattern uses Lily Sugar'n Cream cotton yarn and a 4 mm hook, making the veggies sturdy and perfect for play or display. You will enjoy small, satisfying makes that come together quickly with a few finishing touches.

Veggies Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Clear round-by-round instructions guide you through shaping and finishing each vegetable. Photos and assembly tips help place leaves and stems for a polished final set.

Why You'll Love This Veggies Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple stitches into charming, realistic vegetables that are quick to make and full of personality. I enjoy how each piece is small enough to finish in an afternoon but detailed enough to feel like a thoughtful gift. The shaping rounds are clever and satisfying, and I find the leaf and stem details especially fun to crochet and attach. Making a whole basket of these little veggies is one of my favorite ways to practice shaping and finishing techniques.

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Switch Things Up

I love customizing these little veggies by changing yarn colors to create seasonal or themed sets.

I sometimes use pastel shades for a nursery-friendly version or bright colors for playful kitchen decor.

To make them bigger or smaller, I change yarn weight and hook size; bulky yarn gives chunky veggies and finer yarn makes minis.

I often add embroidered faces or tiny felt accents to turn veggies into characters with personality.

Swap the leaf shapes or sizes to create variety — longer leaves for leeks or broader leaves for cabbages.

I sometimes add a small bell or rattle inside when making toys for babies, ensuring it's securely enclosed.

For a realistic touch, I use two shades of green for leaves, crocheting a lighter edge to create depth.

If I want a sturdier toy, I add a bit more stuffing and use tighter tension to keep shape during play.

I also experiment with surface crochet or embroidery for stripes or seeds on the corn cob or texture on the carrot.

Finally, I enjoy making a whole market set and presenting them in a small crocheted basket for a complete gift-ready project.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers when working in rounds makes counting difficult; place a marker at the start of each round to keep accurate stitch counts. ✗ Forgetting to stuff gradually results in lumps and uneven shaping; stuff a little at a time and shape as you add filling to maintain smooth curves. ✗ Using the wrong hook size will change the finished size and stitch density; check the gauge and use a 4 mm hook or size needed to obtain the stated gauge. ✗ Not securing the final drawn-through stitches tightly causes the piece to open; draw the tail through the final stitches with a tapestry needle and pull tightly before finishing. ✗ Rushing the leaf placement can make the assembly look messy; pin leaves in position and check symmetry before sewing them on permanently.

Veggies Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming set of tiny crochet vegetables to brighten your home or gift to someone special. This pattern includes tomato, carrot, corn cob, eggplant, and radish with full step-by-step instructions. You will learn shaping techniques, working in rounds, and simple leaf and stem finishing for adorable results. Suitable for makers who enjoy small, detailed amigurumi projects.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Veggies Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Lily Sugar'n Cream Solids, 70.9 g/2.5 oz/109 m/120 yds
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    Main Color (MC) 00084 Sage Green - 1 ball (used for leaves and stems)
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    Contrast A 00095 Red - small amount for Tomato
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    Contrast B 01628 Hot Orange - small amount for Carrot
  • 05
    Contrast D Hot Purple - small amount for Eggplant
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    Lily Sugar'n Cream Ombres, 56.7 g/2 oz/86 m/95 yds
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    Contrast C Daisy - for Corn Cob
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    Yarn amounts: With 1 ball of MC and A you can make 7 Tomatoes or 22 Radishes; with 1 ball of MC, B and D you can make 5 Carrots; with 1 ball of MC and D you can make 3 Eggplants; with 1 ball of MC and C you can make 3 Corn Cobs.

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size 4 mm (U.S. G or 6) or size needed to obtain gauge
  • 02
    Polyester stuffing
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    Tapestry needle for sewing and weaving ends
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    Stitch markers
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    Scissors
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    Pins for assembly (optional)

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— Measurements :

Info :

Tomato: Approx 3 ins [7.5 cm] wide. Carrot: Approx 6 ins [15 cm] long (excluding leaves). Corn Cob: Approx 6 1/2 ins [16.5 cm] long. Eggplant: Approx 7 1/2 ins [19 cm] long. Radish: Approx 2 ins [5 cm] long.

— Materials :

Info :

With 1 ball of MC and A you can make 7 Tomatoes or 22 Radishes. With 1 ball of MC, B and D you can make 5 Carrots. With 1 ball of MC and D you can make 3 Eggplants. With 1 ball of MC and C you can make 3 Corn Cobs.

Info :

Lily Sugar'n Cream (Solids: 70.9 g/2.5 oz/109 m/120 yds) Main Color (MC) (00084 Sage Green) Contrast A (00095 Red) Contrast B (01628 Hot Orange) Contrast D (Hot Purple)

Info :

Lily Sugar'n Cream (Ombres: 56.7 g/2 oz/86 m/95 yds) Contrast C (Daisy)

— Gauge :

Info :

Size 4 mm (U.S. G or 6) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge. Polyester stuffing. GAUGE 15 sc and 16 rows = 4 ins [10 cm].

— Abbreviations :

Info :

www.sugarncream.com/glossary Sc2(3)tog = Draw up a loop in each of next 2 (3) sc. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook.

— Tomato :

Info :

With A, ch 2.

Round 1 :

6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st to first sc. 6 sc.

Round 2 :

Ch 1. 2 sc in same sp as last sl st. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st in first sc. 12 sc.

Round 3 :

Ch 1. 2 sc in same sp as last sl st. *1 sc in next sc. 2 sc in next sc. Rep from * to last sc. 1 sc in last sc. Join with sl st in first sc. 18 sc.

Round 4 :

Ch 1. 2 sc in same sp as last sl st. *1 sc in each of next 2 sc. 2 sc in next sc. Rep from * to last 2 sc. 1 sc in each of last 2 sc. Join with sl st in first sc. 24 sc.

Round 5 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc.

Round 6 :

Ch 1. 2 sc in same sp as last sl st. *1 sc in each of next 3 sc. 2 sc in next sc. Rep from * to last 3 sc. 1 sc in each of last 3 sc. Join with sl st in first sc. 30 sc.

Round 7-8 :

As 5th rnd.

Round 9 :

Ch 1. *Draw up a loop in each of next 2 sc. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook - sc2tog made. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc. Rep from * 4 times more. Join with sl st to first sc. 25 sc.

Round 10 :

As 5th rnd.

Round 11 :

Ch 1. *Sc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc. Rep from * 4 times more. Join with sl st to first sc. 20 sc.

Round 12 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join MC with sl st to first sc. Break A. Stuff tomato.

Round 13 :

With MC, ch 1. *Sc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Rep from * 4 times more. Join with sl st to first sc. 15 sc.

Round 14 :

Ch 1. Working in back loop only of each st, *Sc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 sc in next sc. Rep from * 4 times more. Join with sl st to first sc. 10 sc.

Round 15 :

Ch 1. (Sc2tog over next 2 sts) 5 times. Join with sl st to first sc. 5 sc. Fasten off leaving a long end. Thread end onto tapestry needle and draw through final 5 sc tightly. Using same end, ch 4. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and each of next 2 ch. Sl st in same sp as where ch originated. Fasten off.

Leaves :

With RS facing, join MC in any rem loop of 13th rnd. Ch 3. Sl st back into same sc as first sl st. *Sl st in each of next 2 loops. Ch 3. Sl st back into same sc as last sl st. Rep from * around. Join with sl st in first loop. Fasten off.

— Carrot :

Info :

With D, ch 2.

Round 1 :

6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st to first sc. 6 sc.

Round 2 :

Ch 1. 2 sc in same sp as last sl st. 2 sc in each sc around. Join B with sl st in first sc. 12 sc.

Round 3 :

Working in back loop only of each sc, ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. (2 sc in next sc. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) twice. 2 sc in last sc. Join with sl st to first sc. 15 sc.

Round 4-7 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc.

Round 8 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. (Draw up a loop in each of next 2 sc. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook - Sc2tog made. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) twice. Sc2tog over next 2 sts. Join with sl st to first sc. 12 sc.

Round 9-14 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc. Stuff top end of Carrot. Cont stuffing as you work to end.

Round 15 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. 1 sc in next sc. (Sc2tog. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) twice. Sc2tog over next 2 sts. Join with sl st to first sc. 9 sc.

Round 16-20 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc.

Round 21 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. (Sc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 sc in next sc) twice. Sc2tog over next 2 sts. Join with sl st to first sc. 6 sc.

Round 22-24 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc.

Round 25 :

Ch 1. (Draw up a loop in each of next 3 sc. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook - Sc3tog made) twice. Join with sl st in first st. Fasten off.

Leaves (make 2) :

With MC, ch 13. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and each of next 6 ch, placing a marker on last ch. Ch 10. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and each of next 8 ch. Sl st in marked ch. Ch 7. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and each of next 5 ch. Sl st in marked ch. Sl st in each of last 5 ch. Fasten off. Sew leaves to top of carrot.

— Corn Cob :

Info :

With C, ch 20.

Row 1 :

(WS). 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 sc in each ch to end. 19 sc. Turn.

Row 2 :

Ch 1. Sl st in first sc. *1 tr in next sc. Sl st in next sc. Rep from * across. Turn.

Row 3 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in each st across. Turn.

Info :

Rep last 2 rows 5 times more, then 2nd row once. Fasten off leaving a long end. Sew foundation row to final row. Thread end onto tapestry needle and weave tightly through one end of Cob and fasten securely. Stuff Cob. Weave yarn tightly through opposite end and fasten securely.

— Eggplant :

Info :

With D, ch 2.

Round 1 :

6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st to first sc. 6 sc.

Round 2 :

Ch 1. 2 sc in same sp as last sl st. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st in first sc. 12 sc.

Round 3 :

Ch 1. 2 sc in same sp as last sl st. *1 sc in next sc. 2 sc in next sc. Rep from * to last sc. 1 sc in last sc. Join with sl st to first sc. 18 sc.

Round 4 :

Ch 1. 2 sc in same sp as last sl st. *1 sc in each of next 2 sc. 2 sc in next sc. Rep from * to last 2 sc. 1 sc in each of last 2 sc. Join with sl st to first sc. 24 sc.

Round 5 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st to first sc.

Round 6 :

Ch 1. 2 sc in same sp as last sl st. *1 sc in each of next 5 sc. 2 sc in next sc. Rep from * to last 5 sc. 1 sc in each of last 5 sc. Join with sl st to first sc. 30 sc.

Round 7 :

As 5th rnd.

Round 8 :

Ch 1. 2 sc in same sp as last sl st. *1 sc in each of next 6 sc. 2 sc in next sc. Rep from * to last 6 sc. 1 sc in each of last 6 sc. Join with sl st to first sc. 36 sc.

Round 9 :

As 5th rnd.

Round 10 :

Ch 1. 2 sc in same sp as last sl st. *1 sc in each of next 7 sc. 2 sc in next sc. Rep from * to last 7 sc. 1 sc in each of last 7 sc. Join with sl st to first sc. 36 sc.

Round 11-14 :

As 5th rnd.

Round 15 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. 1 sc in each of next 6 sc. (Draw up a loop in each of next 2 sc. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook - Sc2tog made. 1 sc in each of next 7 sc) 3 times. Sc2tog over next 2 sts. Join with sl st to first sc. 32 sc.

Round 16 :

As 5th rnd.

Round 17 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc. (Sc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 sc in each of next 6 sc) 3 times. Sc2tog over next 2 sts. Join with sl st to first sc. 28 sc.

Round 18 :

As 5th rnd.

Round 19 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc. (Sc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 sc in each of next 5 sc) 3 times. Sc2tog over next 2 sts. Join with sl st to first sc. 24 sc.

Round 20-24 :

As 5th rnd.

Round 25 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc. (Sc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc) twice. Sc2tog over next 2 sts. Join with sl st to first sc. 20 sc.

Round 26 :

As 5th rnd. Join MC with sl st in first sc. Break D.

Round 27 :

With MC, as 5th rnd. Stuff eggplant.

Round 28 :

Ch 1. Working in back loop only of each st, 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. (Sc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 sc in each of next 3 sc) 3 times. Sc2tog over next 2 sts. Join with sl st to first sc. 16 sc.

Round 29 :

As 5th rnd.

Round 30 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. 1 sc in next sc. (Sc2tog over next 2 sts. 1 sc in each of next 2 sc) twice. Sc2tog over next 2 sts. Join with sl st to first sc. 12 sc.

Round 31 :

Ch 1. (Sc2tog over next 2 sts) 6 times. Join with sl st to first sc. 6 sc. Fasten off leaving a long end. Thread end onto tapestry needle and draw through final 6 sc tightly. Using same end, ch 5. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and each of next 3 ch. Sl st in same sp as where ch originated. Fasten off.

Stem Edging :

With RS facing, join MC in any rem loop of 28th rnd. Ch 3. 1 dc in same sp. *Miss next sc. Sl st in next sc. Ch 3. 1 dc in same sp. Rep from * around. Join with sl st in first st. Fasten off.

— Radish :

Info :

With D, ch 2.

Round 1 :

6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join A with sl st to first sc. 6 sc.

Round 2 :

With A, ch 1. 2 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st in first sc. 12 sc.

Round 3-4 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in each sc around. Join with sl st in first sc.

Round 5 :

Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp as last sl st. (Draw up a loop in each of next 2 sc. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook - sc2tog made. 1 sc in next sc) 3 times. Sc2tog over next 2 sts. Join with sl st in first sc. 8 sc. Stuff radish.

Round 6 :

Ch 1. (Sc2tog over next 2 sts) 4 times. Join with sl st to first sc. 4 sc. Fasten off leaving a long end. Thread end onto tapestry needle and draw through final 4 sc tightly. Using same end, ch 3. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and next ch. Sl st in same sp as where ch originated. Fasten off.

Leaves (make 2) :

With MC, ch 16. 1st rnd: 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. 1 hdc in next ch. 1 dc in each of next 3 ch. 1 tr in each of next 4 ch. Ch 4. Sl st back into last ch. Sl st in next ch. Ch 3. 1 dc in each of next 2 ch. 1 hdc in next ch. 1 sc in next ch. 3 sc in last ch (placing a marker on center sc). Working along opposite side of ch into rem loops, 1 sc in next ch. 1 hdc in next ch. 1 dc in each of next 2 ch. Ch 3. Sl st back into last ch. Sl st in next ch. Ch 4. 1 tr in same sp. 1 tr in each of next 3 ch. 1 dc in each of next 3 ch. 1 hdc in next ch. 1 sc in last ch. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off.

Stem :

Join MC with sl st in marked sc. Ch 8. Sl st in top of Radish. Sl st in each ch back to Leaf. Fasten off.

Assembly Instructions

  • Stuff pieces firmly but gradually: stuff the tomato, carrot, corn cob, eggplant, and radish as directed before closing the final shaping rounds.
  • Sew leaves to tops: position and sew carrot and radish leaves to the top openings, ensuring symmetry and secure attachment with small whipstitches.
  • Close final rounds securely: thread long tail through final stitches of each vegetable, pull tight to close, and weave the tail into the body to secure.
  • Attach corn cob foundation: sew the foundation row to the final row, weave thread through ends, stuff cob, and fasten securely on both ends.
  • Add stem edging and stem: join MC in indicated remaining loops for eggplant stem edging, then attach stem/chains as instructed and fasten off neatly.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the beginning of rounds to keep accurate counts and prevent accidental increases or decreases.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and shape as you go; overstuffing can flatten shaping and under stuffing will make pieces floppy.
  • 💡Weave in ends as you go where possible to reduce finishing time and avoid loose tails during assembly.
  • 💡When closing small openings, use a tapestry needle to draw the tail through final stitches and pull tightly to create a neat finish.

This Veggies Amigurumi set brings playful, handmade charm to your home or as a thoughtful gift. Each tiny vegetable is carefully shaped and finished with little leaves and stems for delightful realism. Make a basketful for playtime, kitchen decor, or a colorful set of gifts — small projects, big smiles! 🧶🌱

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

Sizes vary by vegetable: tomato approx 3 in wide, carrot approx 6 in long, corn cob approx 6.5 in, eggplant approx 7.5 in, radish approx 2 in, when using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can substitute yarn weights but this will change the finished size; choose an appropriate hook for your yarn and expect variations in scale and texture.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes familiarity with single crochet, working in rounds, basic increases and decreases, and simple finishing techniques.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most makers complete the full set in about 5-7 hours depending on experience and how many vegetables you choose to make.