Introduction to Crochet Lion Amigurumi Free Pattern

Embarking on the journey of creating a crochet lion amigurumi brings a world of fun and creativity right to your fingertips. With a pattern designed by the talented Anastasia Pastukhova, this project is a delightful adventure from the start to the finish. Using simple yarns like Yarnart jeans and a 2 mm hook, you’ll weave magic into a charming lion that’s as cuddly as it is majestic. Every stitch, from the magic ring leading to the creation of the head, through the intricate process of fashioning the mane and the tail, to the final assemblage, promises an engaging experience. This crochet lion, adorned with safety eyes and a heartwarming smile, will become a cherished keepsake or a loving gift. The beauty of this craft lies not just in the simplicity of the steps, but in the warmth and joy the finished lion brings.

Materials Needed:

• Yarnart Jeans in Lemon (Color Code: 67)
• Yarnart Jeans in White (Color Code: 01)
• Yarnart Mink in Pink Beige (Color Code: 331)
• 2mm Crochet Hook
• 8mm Safety Eyes
• Fiberfill for stuffing
• Stitch Marker
• Tapestry Needle
• Black Embroidery Thread for detailing eyes
• Scissors

Abbreviations:

• MR: Magic Ring
• ch: Chain
• tch: Turning Chain
• sc: Single Crochet
• hdc: Half Double Crochet
• inc: Increase (two stitches in the same stitch)
• dec: Decrease (combine two stitches into one)
• n: Round number
• (…)*n: Repetitive pattern sequence in round
• =n: Total number of stitches in the round
• Note: Crochet continuously in a spiral unless stated otherwise.

Lion Amigurumi Pattern

Head

1. Start with 6 sc in MR.
2. Inc 6 times (12).
3. 1 sc, inc x6 (18).
4. 2 sc, inc x6 (24).
5. 3 sc, inc x6 (30).
6. 4 sc, inc x6 (36).
7. 5 sc, inc x6 (42).
8. 6 sc, inc x6 (48).
9. 7 sc, inc x6 (54).
   10-19. 54 sc for each round.
10. 7 sc, dec x6 (48).
11. 3 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec x5, 3 sc (42).
12. 5 sc, dec x6 (36).
13. 4 sc, dec x5, 2 sc (30).
14. 30 sc.
    End here, leave a long tail for attaching the head later, and stuff it with fiberfill.

Muzzle

1. Chain 5 in white.
2. Inc, 2 sc, 3 sc in one stitch, 2 sc (10).
3. 2 inc, 2 sc, 3 inc, 2 sc, inc (16).
4. 1 sc, inc x2, 2 sc, 1 sc, inc x3, 2 sc, inc (22).
5. 22 sc, then an extra sc, followed by a slip stitch. Finish and leave a long tail for sewing.

Ears (x2)

1. 6 sc in MR.
2. 6 inc (12).
3. 9 sc, ch. Finish and leave a tail for sewing.

After creating ears, sew the muzzle and decorate with embroidery thread for facial features.

Mane

Using YarnArt Mink:

1. 6 sc in MR through to 6 sc, inc x6 on the 8th row, then 48 sc from rows 9 to 13. Finish and leave a tail for sewing.

Arms (x2)

1. Start with 6 sc in MR.
2. Inc 6 times (12).
   3-21. 12 sc each round.
3. Fold then 1 tch, turn the work, crochet through both sides with 6 sc. Leave a tail and cut.

Tail Crochet Lion Amigurumi

1. 6 sc in MR with YarnArt Mink.
   2-3. Continue with 6 sc.
   4-15. Switch to YarnArt Jeans Lemon for 6 sc. Add 2 more sc before closing.
2. Fold, chain 1, and then 3 sc through both sides. Finish and leave a tail.

Legs and Body

Right Leg:

1. Begin with 6 sc in MR.
2. 6 inc (12).
3. Back loops only: Pattern as given to round 13. Cut and finish.

Left Leg:

Continue directly from the 13th round without cutting the thread to begin the body, joining legs with chains and increasing as specified to complete the body up through round 22, attaching arms in round 21 with a distance of 9 sc between them.

Final steps include attaching the head, mane, and ears, with options for additional decoration like ribbons or scarfs for personalized touches.