About This Christmas Pudding Amigurumi Pattern
This pattern makes a small, adorable Christmas Pudding amigurumi complete with a cute face, decorative icing, leaves and berries. You will work in the round to create a soft, slightly flattened pudding body and a separate icing topper. The design uses simple amigurumi shaping techniques and small surface details to bring the pudding to life. It is a perfect holiday make for gifts, decor, or seasonal markets.
Includes full materials list, US stitch abbreviations, and clear round-by-round instructions for each piece. Step-by-step assembly notes help you place leaves and berries and finish a tidy, professional result.
Why You'll Love This Christmas Pudding Amigurumi Pattern
I absolutely love this pattern because it turns a classic holiday treat into a tiny, lovable amigurumi with so much personality. I enjoy the simple shaping that creates the pudding’s squishy, pancake-like form and the playful little icing topper with its tiny leaves and berries. The pattern is compact yet satisfying — you get a complete handmade gift in just a few hours. I also love how easy it is to customize colors and facial expressions to make each pudding unique.
Switch Things Up
I love how easy it is to personalize this pudding by changing yarn colors; try a darker brown or a speckled yarn for a rustic look.
I sometimes use bulky yarn and a larger hook to make a chunky, squishy version perfect for a holiday pillow display.
You can make keychain-sized puddings by using fingering yarn and a small hook for tiny gifts or ornaments.
I often embroider different facial expressions — a wink or a sleepy face completely changes the pudding's personality.
Try adding a loop of yarn at the top of the icing to turn your pudding into a hanging ornament for the tree.
Mix and match leaves and berry colors — metallic or sparkly yarn for the berries can add a festive shine.
If you want removable toppings, sew the icing with a few discreet stitches so it can be removed and washed separately.
Consider making a set in graduated sizes for a charming table display or advent calendar treats.
I sometimes add a tiny crocheted bow or a bell near the leaves for extra holiday detail and charm.
Don't be afraid to experiment with eye types; embroidered eyes give a softer, child-safe finish while safety eyes make the face pop visually.
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them
✗ Skipping stitch counts during the increase rounds can cause uneven shaping; count stitches after each round and mark the start with a stitch marker to maintain accuracy.
✗ Not stuffing as you go will make seaming and shaping difficult later on; stuff the body gradually and keep the stuffing semi-firm to achieve the intended pancake shape.
✗ Placing the eyes and brads in the wrong rounds can look off-center; follow the placement notes and position eyes between rounds 14-15, three to four stitches above the smile.
✗ Forgetting to leave long tails when finishing small pieces prevents neat sewing; always leave a long tail on leaves, berries and the icing for secure stitching and neat finishing.
