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Giant Sloth Amigurumi Pattern

Giant Sloth 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 Giant Sloth Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern teaches you how to crochet a Giant Sloth using jumbo chenille yarn for an ultra-soft, plush finish. Youll make the head and body as one oval piece, add detailed facial features from felt, and crochet four limbs with claw details. The pattern includes templates for the felt pieces and clear assembly guidance to help you finish a polished toy.

Giant Sloth Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Worked in a spiral, the pattern uses simple single crochet shaping to create an oval body that is both sturdy and cuddly. Helpful tips are included for working with chunky chenille yarn and for positioning facial features correctly.

Why You'll Love This Giant Sloth Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns jumbo chenille yarn into a giant, squishy friend that is irresistibly soft. I enjoy the clever oval shaping that makes the sloth feel plump and cuddly without complicated seaming. The facial felt templates and simple embroidery let you personalize each sloth easily. Making the limbs with decorative claws is a fun, tactile finishing step that always brings the toy to life for me.

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

Switch Things Up

I love customizing this pattern to create different personalities for each sloth; try changing the body color to make a whole family with matching or contrasting faces.

You can create a mini version by switching to a lighter weight yarn and a smaller hook; this makes adorable keychain or gift-sized sloths.

I sometimes embroider different mouth shapes and eyebrow positions to give each sloth a unique expression; small changes to eye placement will dramatically change the look.

Swap felt eye patches for embroidered ones or crochet tiny applique shapes for a more durable finish if the sloth will be handled often by children.

Make the sloth even cuddlier by using a fluffier stuffing or adding a layer of batting before closing to create a rounded silhouette.

For a poseable sloth, insert flexible wire into the limbs before stuffing and closing to allow gentle shaping of the arms and legs.

Add accessories like a tiny crochet scarf, a leaf, or a little flower tuft to personalize each sloth and make delightful gifts.

If you prefer a firmer toy, decrease stuffing slightly and use tighter tension; for an ultra-soft pillow-like friend, use slightly looser tension and more stuffing.

I also like to mix chenille colors in the face area for a subtle ombre effect; try alternating rows when changing to your main color.

For a washable version, sew felt pieces securely and avoid glue, or use embroidered features instead to ensure the sloth holds up in gentle cleaning.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers while working in a spiral makes it easy to lose track of rounds; always place a marker at the start of each round to maintain your shape and counts. ✗ Forgetting to stuff gradually will lead to uneven or lumpy shaping; stuff little by little and adjust before closing for a smooth finish. ✗ Using a much thinner yarn or different weight will change dimensions and tension drastically; use the recommended jumbo chenille or adjust hook and yarn to match gauge. ✗ Applying too much hot glue when attaching felt pieces can seep to the surface and look messy; apply hot glue sparingly in a zigzag motion and avoid edges for a cleaner finish. ✗ Not pinning limbs before sewing results in asymmetrical placement; pin and check placement on both sides before stitching to ensure symmetry.

Giant Sloth Amigurumi Pattern

Create a lovable giant sloth plush with this comprehensive crochet pattern. Youll work with jumbo chenille yarn to make a soft, squishy sloth perfect for cuddles or whimsical home decor. The pattern includes full instructions for the head/body, limbs, facial features, and assembly so you can finish a complete sloth from start to finish. Ideal for makers who enjoy quick, satisfying projects with delightful results.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Giant Sloth Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Jumbo size 7 chenille yarn (blanket/yarn type) - Cream for the face, approximately 23 g
  • 02
    Jumbo size 7 chenille yarn (blanket/yarn type) - Taupe or Marshmallow for the body, approximately 386 g (a little over 1 skein may be needed for brand used)
  • 03
    Fiber fill stuffing - approximately 680 g
  • 04
    Brown, tan, and black felt - small pieces for eye patches, nose, and nostrils
  • 05
    Long strand of white blanket yarn for the claws
  • 06
    Optional: extra colors for personalized sloth markings (small amounts)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 10 mm
  • 02
    Jumbo yarn needle for sewing and weaving ends
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Stitch markers
  • 05
    Hot glue gun (use sparingly)
  • 06
    20 mm safety eyes (2 pieces)
  • 07
    Pins for assembly and positioning

Progress Tracker

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— Head/Body :

Info :

(start in cream yarn)

Round 1 :

Ch 13. Sc into the second st from the hook. Sc into the next 10 sts. Make 3 sc into the next st. Continue onto the underside of the chain. Sc into the next 10 sts. Inc into the next st and slst into the first st of the rnd. [26]

Info :

*The new rnd starts after the slst.

Round 2 :

(10 sc, inc into the next 3 sts) x2. [32]

Round 3 :

(10 sc, [sc into the next st, inc] x3) x2 [38]

Round 4 :

(10 sc, [2 sc, inc] x3) x2 [44]

Round 5 :

(10 sc, [3 sc, inc] x3) x2 [50]

Info :

Change to your main color yarn.

Round 6 :

blo - (10 sc, [4 sc, inc] x3) x2 [56]

Round 7-23 :

(17 rnds total): sc all around [56]

Info :

Insert a stitch marker and remove your hook. We will now create the facial features before closing up the body.

— Facial Features :

Eyes :

Cut out two pieces of brown or tan felt for the dark part of the eyes using the template on pg 5. Then, cut a small slit in both to insert the safety eyes into. Glue (sewing is optional) the felt part onto the face and secure the eyes in place.

Nose :

Cut an oval out of brown felt ~2 in. x 1 in. and create the nostrils out of a darker felt. Glue (or sew) the nose in the middle of the starting ch, keeping it aligned with the eyes for a cuter look.

Mouth :

Use your yarn needle and create a mouth right below the nose. Secure the yarn tails in a knot on the wrong side of the body. [img 2]

Hair tuft (for Sylvia) :

(ch 6, slst into the first st) x3. Fasten off and sew onto the head where the body color starts. Secure the yarn tails in a knot on the inside of the body. [img 2]

— Head/Body (cont.) :

Info :

Here, we will begin decreasing. Lay the body flat against a table to see where the start of the rnd should align with where rnd 6 started. Undo or add a few sts to achieve this.

Round 24 :

(10 sc, [4 sc, dec] x3) x2 [50]

Round 25 :

(10 sc, [3 sc, dec] x3) x2 [44]

Round 26 :

(10 sc, [2 sc, dec] x3) x2 [38]

Round 27 :

(10 sc, [sc into the next st, dec] x3) x2 [32]

Round 28 :

(10 sc, dec into the next 3 sts) x2. [26]

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff well.

Info :

Pinching the two longer edges together, whip stitch the hole closed. Bury the excess yarn tail.

— Assembly :

Limbs (P1) :

Cut a long strand of white blanket yarn. Using your yarn needle, weave through each limb to create three long claws. Secure the yarn tails in a knot. Lightly stuff.

Info :

Flatten each arm and then use pins to mark where to sew so that the tips meet in the middle.

Info :

Sew the arms 2 rnds below the cream part of the face. Sew the legs 4 rnds below the arms.

Info :

Weave one of the arm's remaining tail through to the hand and sew the two hands together. [img 3]

— Arms/Legs :

Info :

(make four in body color)

Round 1 :

Ch 5. Sc into the second ch from the hook. Sc into the next 2 sts. Make 3 sc into the next st. Continue onto the underside of the chain. Sc into the next 2 sts. Inc into the next st and slst into the first st of the rnd. [10]

Round 2 :

sc all around [10]

Round 3 :

(2 sc, inc into the next 3 sts) x2 [16]

Round 4-5 :

Rnd 4-5 (2 rnds total): sc all around [16]

Round 6 :

Rnd 6: (6 sc, dec) x2 [14]

Round 7-9 :

Rnd 7-9 (3 rnds total): sc all around [14]

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.

Assembly Instructions

  • Cut a long strand of white blanket yarn and weave through each limb to create three claws; secure the tails in a knot and lightly stuff the limbs.
  • Flatten each arm and use pins to mark where to sew so the tips meet in the middle; sew the arms 2 rnds below the cream part of the face.
  • Sew the legs 4 rnds below the arms, spacing them evenly for balance and stability before securing with whipstitch.
  • Weave one arm's remaining tail through to the hand and sew the two hands together; bury and secure all excess yarn tails inside the body.
  • Attach felt facial pieces (eye patches and nose) using hot glue or sewing, then insert safety eyes through the small slits and secure from the inside. Sew a small embroidered mouth under the nose.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of the beginning of each round, especially when working with fuzzy chenille yarn.
  • 💡Fluff up your stuffing by pulling it apart and inserting it in small amounts to avoid lumps and to achieve an even shape.
  • 💡Pin all parts in place before sewing to ensure correct positioning and symmetry and to avoid uneven placement.
  • 💡When using hot glue, apply in a zigzag motion and not in globs; avoid the edges and use sparingly for best results.

This Giant Sloth pattern is a joyful project that turns jumbo chenille into a squishy, huggable friend youll want to keep nearby. Its simple shaping, sweet facial details, and soft texture make it perfect for gifting or cozy home decor. Make one for yourself or create a whole sloth family to brighten any room! 🧶🧸

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished sloth measures approximately 14 in. x 13 in. (35.56 cm x 33.02 cm) when using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

You can use different yarn weights, but the dimensions will change significantly; jumbo chenille is recommended for the intended size and texture.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate due to working in an oval spiral and shaping techniques, so basic crochet skills and experience with single crochet increases and decreases are recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though total time varies by skill level and how quickly you work with jumbo yarn.