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The Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern

The Little Devil 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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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 The Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a charming little devil amigurumi, complete with horns, a tail spike, and optional wings. It uses worsted weight yarn and small hooks to achieve a neat, stuffed toy size. The instructions are written in continuous rounds where possible and include tips for invisible decreases and assembly.

The Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Youll need basic amigurumi experience and a few finishing tools to assemble all parts. Optional embellishments like sequins or embroidery let you personalize your devil.

Why You'll Love This The Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it balances simple shaping with charming details like horns and a tail spike. I enjoy how easy it is to customize the look with color choices or sequins to make each devil unique. The rounds are written clearly so I can relax and stitch without constantly counting. It also gives me a chance to practice invisible decreases and finishing skills that really level up finished toys.

The Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress The Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress The Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories The Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love to change up the color scheme to give each devil a different personality; try pastel pinks or purples for a quirky twist, or deep greys and blacks for a spooky vibe.

You can make the pattern mini by swapping to fingering weight yarn and a smaller hook for keychain-sized devils, or go big with bulky yarn for a plush, huggable version.

I often swap the safety eyes for embroidered eyes to make a child-safe toy or to give a softer expression; embroidery also works well for tiny freckles or a belly button.

Try sewing on sequins to the belly or arms if you want a sparkly, party-ready devil — they sew on easily with embroidery floss and add instant personality.

If you want posable limbs, I sometimes add thin craft wire inside the arms or tail to make them adjustable; just be sure to secure wire ends well and only use for display pieces.

For a seasonal set, crochet a few accessory items like a tiny scarf, hat, or felted goatee — these small touches completely change the character and are fun to swap out.

I also like to change the horn shape: use shorter, blunter horns for a cuter look or taller, tapered horns for a more dramatic silhouette.

Want a more rustic friend? Try a tweed or heathered worsted yarn for texture, or use a boucle yarn for a fuzzy, whimsical effect — adjust hook size to match yarn requirements.

When adding wings, try contrasting colors inside and out for a two-tone effect, or embroider veins onto the wings for a more detailed, crafted finish.

Lastly, experiment with facial placement: moving the eyes slightly higher or lower and changing mouth or freckle placement dramatically alters expression and charm, so pin pieces and play before sewing!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not using a stitch marker during continuous rounds leads to lost starting points; always place a stitch marker at the start of each round and move it as you go. ✗ Stuffing too late or unevenly causes lumps and distortion; stuff gradually while shaping each piece to maintain a smooth, even shape. ✗ Forgetting to leave long yarn tails for sewing makes assembly awkward; break yarn with a long tail on pieces you will sew and use that tail to attach parts securely. ✗ Skipping the invisible decrease method when instructed results in visible gaps; use the invisible decrease (front loops only) for a neater finish where decreases are required. ✗ Not checking safety-eye placement before stuffing will misplace features; place safety eyes between the specified rounds and check spacing before firmly stuffing the head.

The Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern

Make a playful little devil amigurumi to brighten your handmade toy collection. This pattern walks you through every piece — horns, ears, body, arms, legs, tail, wings and finishing touches — with clear rounds and helpful photos. Youll enjoy stitching this character and customizing colors, sequins, or embroidery to make it uniquely yours.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for The Little Devil Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    #4 worsted weight yarn (main body color) - approximately 180 yards
  • 02
    #4 worsted weight yarn (accent color) - approximately 50 yards
  • 03
    Embroidery floss (optional) - approximately 9 yards for freckles and belly button
  • 04
    Sequins (optional) for embellishment
  • 05
    Poly-fill stuffing - small bag for stuffing head, body, arms, legs and tail
  • 06
    20 mm safety eyes (2 pieces) for the face

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.00 mm
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 2.00 mm
  • 03
    Polyester stuffing (poly-fill)
  • 04
    Stitch marker
  • 05
    Tapestry needle
  • 06
    Sewing / straight pins
  • 07
    20.00 mm safety eyes (2)
  • 08
    Embroidery floss (optional)
  • 09
    Sequins (optional)
  • 10
    Scissors
  • 11
    Yarn needle for weaving ends

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— Ears :

Info :

Use a 3.00 mm crochet hook. Use main body color. The ears are worked in continuous rounds so you will need a stitch marker for this portion of the tutorial.

Round 1 :

Ch 2. Place 6 sc into the the 2nd ch from your hook. Place your stitch marker. (6 sts)

Round 2-3 :

Sc around. Place stitch marker. (6 sts)

Info :

Break yarn with a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff the ears. Place them aside for now!

— Horns Option 1 :

Info :

Use 2.00 mm crochet hook. Use accent color. The horns are worked in continuous rounds so you will need a stitch marker for this portion of the tutorial. Make 2 horns.

Round 1 :

Ch 2. Place 4 sc into the 2nd ch from your hook. Place your stitch marker. (4 sts)

Round 2 :

{sc, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (6 sts)

Round 3 :

{sc 2, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (8 sts)

Round 4 :

Sc around. Place stitch marker. (8 sts)

Round 5 :

{sc 3, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (10 sts)

Round 6 :

Sc around. Place stitch marker. (10 sts)

Round 7 :

Inc, sc, inc, sc 7. Place stitch marker. (12 sts)

Round 8 :

Sc around. Place stitch marker. (12 sts)

Round 9 :

Inc, sc 2, inc, sc 8. Place stitch marker. (14 sts)

Round 10 :

Sc around. Place stitch marker. (14 sts)

Round 11 :

Inc, sc 3, inc, sc 9. Place stitch marker. (16 sts)

Round 12 :

inc, sc 14, inc. Place stitch marker. (18 sts)

Round 13 :

Sc 16. Inc twice. Place stitch marker. (20 sts)

Round 14 :

Sc around. (20 sts)

Info :

Break yarn with a long tail for sewing. Gently stuff. Set aside for now!

— Horns Option 2 :

Info :

Use 2.00 mm crochet hook. Use accent color. The horns are worked in continuous rounds so you will need a stitch marker for this portion of the tutorial. Make 2 horns.

Round 1 :

Ch 2. Place 4 sc into the 2nd ch from your hook. Place your stitch marker. (4 sts)

Round 2 :

{sc, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (6 sts)

Round 3 :

{sc 2, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (8 sts)

Round 4 :

Sc around. Place stitch marker. (8 sts)

Round 5 :

{sc 3, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (10 sts)

Round 6 :

Sc around. Place stitch marker. (10 sts)

Round 7 :

Inc, sc, inc, sc 7. Place stitch marker. (12 sts)

Round 8 :

Sc around. (12 sts)

Round 9 :

Inc, sc 2, inc, sc 8. Place stitch marker. (14 sts)

Round 10 :

Sc around. Place stitch marker. (14 sts)

Round 11 :

Inc, sc 3, inc, sc 9. Place stitch marker. (16 sts)

Round 12 :

inc, sc 14, inc. Place stitch marker. (18 sts)

Round 13 :

Sc 16. Inc twice. Place stitch marker. (20 sts)

Round 14 :

Sc around. (20 sts)

Info :

Break yarn with a long tail for sewing. Gently stuff. Set aside for now!

— Legs :

Info :

Use 3.00 mm crochet hook. Start with accent color! WATCH for directions on when to change color. The legs are worked in continuous round so you will need a stitch marker for this portion of the tutorial. Make 2 legs. Stuff the legs with poly-fill as you go!

Round 1 :

Ch 2. Place 10 sc into the 2nd ch from your hook. Place your stitch marker. (10 sts)

Round 2 :

{sc, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (15 sts)

Round 3 :

{sc 2, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (20 sts)

Round 4 :

{sc 3, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (25 sts)

Round 5 :

{sc 4, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (30 sts)

Round 6 :

{sc 5, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (35 sts)

Round 7 :

{sc 6, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (40 sts)

Round 8 :

{sc 6, dec} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (35 sts)

Round 9-11 :

Sc around. Place stitch marker. (35 sts)

Round 13 :

{sc 2, dec} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (15 sts)

Round 14-24 :

Sc around. Place your stitch marker. (15 sts)

Round 25 :

{sc, dec} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (10 sts)

Info :

Do not stuff the last two rounds with poly-fill!

Round 26-27 :

Sc around. Place your stitch marker. (10 sts)

Info :

Break yarn with a long tail for sewing! Gently stuff the leg. Make sure to leave the last two rounds unstuffed. Set aside for now!

— Tail :

Info :

The tail is optional!

Tail :

Use 3.00 mm crochet hook. Use main body color. The tail is worked in continuous rounds so you will need a stitch marker for portion of the tutorial. Make 1. Stuff the tail with poly-fill as you go!

Round 1 :

Ch 2. Place 6 sc into the 2nd ch from your hook. Place your stitch marker. (6 sts)

Round 2-28 :

Sc around. Place stitch marker. (6 sts)

Info :

Break yarn with a long tail for sewing. Set tail aside for now!

— Tail Spike :

Info :

Use 2.00 mm crochet hook. Use accent color yarn. The tail spike is worked in continuous rounds so you will need a stitch marker for this portion of the tutorial. Make 1.

Round 1 :

Ch 2. Place 4 sc into the 2nd ch from your hook. Place your stitch marker. (4 sts)

Round 2 :

{sc, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (6 sts)

Round 3 :

{sc 2, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (8 sts)

Round 4 :

Sc around. Place stitch marker. (8 sts)

Round 5 :

{sc 3, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (10 sts)

Round 6 :

Sc around. Place stitch marker. (10 sts)

Round 7 :

Inc, sc, inc, sc 7. (12 sts)

Info :

Break yarn with a long tail for sewing. Flatten the spike. Do not stuff with poly-fill. Take your tapestry needle and sew the tail spike securely in place on the end of your tail. Break yarn and sew in your ends.

Info :

Your tail is complete! Set it aside for now!

— Body :

Info :

Use 3.00 mm crochet hook. Use main body color. The body is worked in continuous rounds so you will need a stitch marker for this portion of the tutorial. Make 1.

Round 1 :

Ch 2. Place 10 sc into the 2nd ch from your hook. Place your stitch marker. (10 sts)

Round 2 :

{sc, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (15 sts)

Round 3 :

{sc 2, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (20 sts)

Round 4 :

{sc 3, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (25 sts)

Round 5 :

{sc 4, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (30 sts)

Round 6 :

{sc 5, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (35 sts)

Round 7 :

{sc 6, inc} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (40 sts)

Round 8 :

{sc 6, dec} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (35 sts)

Round 9-11 :

Sc around. Place your stitch marker. (35 sts)

Round 12 :

{sc 5, dec} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place stitch marker. (30 sts)

Round 13 :

Sc around. Inc twice. Place stitch marker. (20 sts)

Round 14 :

Sc around. (20 sts)

Info :

Break yarn with a long tail for sewing. Optionally you can use a tapestry needle and embroidery floss/yarn to stitch on a belly button. Gently stuff the body. Set aside for now!

— Arms :

Info :

Use 3.00 mm crochet hook. Use main body color. The arms are worked in continuous rounds so you will need a stitch marker for this portion of the tutorial. Make 2. Stuff the arms with poly-fill as you go!

Round 1 :

Ch 2. Place 8 sc into the 2nd ch from your hook. Place your stitch marker. (8 sts)

Round 2-22 :

Sc around. Place stitch marker. (8 sts)

Info :

Break yarn with a long tail for sewing. Set aside for now!

— Wings :

Info :

Use 2.00 mm crochet hook. Use accent color. Make 2. The wings are worked in rows. You will ch 1 before each new row. The ch 1 does not count as a stitch unless stated otherwise.

Row 1 :

Ch 3. Place 1 sc into the 2nd ch from your hook. Sc across. (2 sts)

Row 2 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo place 1 sc into the 1st st of the row. In the blo place 3 sc into the last st of the row. (4 sts)

Row 3 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo sc across. (4 sts)

Row 4 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo place 1 sc into the 1st three sts of the row. In the blo place 3 sc into the last st of the row. (6 sts)

Row 5 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo sc across. (6 sts)

Row 6 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo place 1 sc into the 1st 5 sts of the row. In the blo place 3 sc into the last st of the row. (8 sts)

Row 7 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo sc across. (8 sts)

Row 8 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo place 1 sc into the 1st 7 sts of the row. In the blo place 3 sc into the last st of the row. (10 sts)

Row 9 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo sc across. (10 sts)

Row 10 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo place 1 sc into the 1st 9 sts of the row. In the blo place 3 sc into the last st of the row. (12 sts)

Row 11 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo sc across. (12 sts)

Row 12 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo place 1 sc into the 1st 11 sts of the row. In the blo place 3 sc into the last st of the row. (14 sts)

Row 13 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo sc across. (14 sts)

Row 14 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo place 1 sc into the 1st 13 sts of the row. In the blo place 3 sc into the last st of the row. (16 sts)

Row 15 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo sc across. (16 sts)

Row 16 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo place 1 sc into the 1st 15 sts of the row. In the blo place 3 sc into the last st of the row. (18 sts)

Row 17 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo sc across. (18 sts)

Row 18 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo place 1 sc into the 1st 17 sts of the row. In the blo place 3 sc into the last st of the row. (20 sts)

Row 19 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo sc across. (20 sts)

Row 20 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo place 1 sc into the 1st 19 sts of the row. In the blo place 3 sc into the last st of the row. (22 sts)

Row 21 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo sc across. (22 sts)

Row 22 :

Ch 1 and turn your work. In the blo place 1 sc into the 1st 21 sts of the row. In the blo place 3 sc into the last st of the row. (24 sts)

Info :

Break yarn with a long tail for sewing. Your wing is finished. Sew the wing onto the arm using pins to hold in place. Do not break yarn when sewing the wing to the arm; you will use that tail later to sew the wing onto the body during assembly.

— Head :

Info :

Use 3.00 mm crochet hook. Use main body color. The head is worked in continuous rounds so you will need a stitch marker for this portion of the tutorial. Make 1.

Round 1 :

Ch 2. Place 6 sc into the 2nd ch from your hook. Place your stitch marker! (6 sts)

Round 2 :

Inc into each st of the round. Place your stitch marker! (12 sts)

Round 3 :

{sc 1, inc.} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place your stitch marker! (18 sts)

Round 4 :

{sc 2, inc.} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place your stitch marker! (24 sts)

Round 5 :

{sc 3, inc.} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place your stitch marker! (30 sts)

Round 6 :

{sc 4, inc.} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place your stitch marker! (36 sts)

Round 7 :

{sc 5, inc.} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place your stitch marker! (42 sts)

Round 8 :

{sc 6, inc.} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place your stitch marker! (48 sts)

Round 9 :

{sc 7, inc.} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place your stitch marker! (54 sts)

Round 10-17 :

Place 1 sc into each st of the round. Place your stitch marker! (54 sts)

Round 18 :

{sc 7, dec.} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place your stitch marker! (48 sts)

Round 19 :

{sc 6, dec.} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place your stitch marker! (42 sts)

Round 20 :

{sc 5, dec.} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place your stitch marker! (36 sts)

Round 21 :

{sc 4, dec.} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place your stitch marker! (30 sts)

Round 22 :

{sc 3, dec.} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place your stitch marker! (24 sts)

Round 23 :

{sc 2, dec.} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place your stitch marker! (18 sts)

Info :

Place safety eyes between Round 13 & 14. Place safety eyes 8-9 stitches apart. You can use embroidery floss/yarn to stitch on some freckles.

Round 24 :

{sc, dec.} Repeat what's inside the { } for the entire round. Place your stitch marker! (12 sts)

Round 25 :

dec around. (6 sts)

Info :

Add more poly-fill if needed! Use a running stitch to close the remaining hole. Break yarn and weave in your ends. Firmly stuff your head with polyfill before finishing. See images in the pattern for reference.

— Finishing Notes :

Info :

Pin parts in place before sewing. Use long tails for sewing and weave ends securely. Attach wings to arms then sew wings to body using the tail left when attaching the wing to the arm.

Assembly Instructions

  • Place safety eyes between Round 13 & 14 of the head, spacing them 8-9 stitches apart; then firmly stuff the head and close using a running stitch, leaving a long tail to sew the head to the body.
  • Attach head to body by aligning the neck opening of the head with the top opening of the body, easing edges together and sewing with a whipstitch using the long tail left from the head.
  • Position and sew arms to the sides of the body at an even height; if adding wings sew each wing onto its arm first, pinning with straight pins and using the wing tail to attach the wing to the body during assembly.
  • Sew legs to the bottom of the body by spacing them evenly on the base, using the long yarn tails left on the legs for secure attachment and reinforcing with several passes for stability.
  • Sew horns to the top of the head using the long tails left on the horns, placing them near the center top of the head and securing tightly so they cant pull free.
  • Attach the tail to the lower back of the body and sew the tail spike to the tail tip securely, flattening the spike before stitching and weaving in all ends.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work in continuous rounds where indicated and use a stitch marker to track the beginning of each round for consistent shaping.
  • 💡Use invisible decrease (front loops only) when decreasing to avoid visible gaps and to create smooth shaping on amigurumi pieces.
  • 💡Stuff pieces gradually and evenly while shaping to avoid lumps; do not overstuff the last few rounds so seams close neatly during finishing.
  • 💡Pin pieces into place before sewing to check symmetry and placement; adjust and check photos as a guide for placement.

Make this Little Devil and bring a playful, handmade companion to life! Customize colors, add sequins or embroidery for personality, and enjoy the meditative process of crocheting every round. Whether you gift it or keep it, this creature is a cozy, crafty delight. 🧶✨😊

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 20-25 cm tall depending on yarn tension and whether you add the tail or wings; using the recommended worsted yarn and hook will give a similar size to the photos.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but your finished size will change; if you use a bulkier yarn choose a larger hook and expect a chunkier result, while lighter yarns with a smaller hook produce a smaller, denser doll.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes you know single crochet, increases, decreases, working in rounds, and basic sewing for assembly.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary depending on experience level, customization, and assembly time.

Where should I place safety eyes?

Place safety eyes between rounds 13 and 14 of the head and space them about 8-9 stitches apart; double-check placement before firmly stuffing the head.

Can I omit the tail or wings?

Yes, the tail and wings are optional; the pattern includes instructions for both if you choose to add them.