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Adorable Kangaroo with Baby Amigurumi Pattern

Adorable Kangaroo with Baby Amigurumi Pattern
4.3★ Rating
15-20 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive knitting.

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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 Adorable Kangaroo with Baby Amigurumi Pattern

Adorable Kangaroo with Baby Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

With 50 pages and 161 detailed photos, this pattern guides you through every step of construction. Both kangaroos feature beautifully detailed faces with embroidered features and realistic proportions that bring these Australian marsupials to life.

Why You'll Love This Adorable Kangaroo with Baby Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love how this pattern combines technical skill with pure charm! The satisfaction of watching both the mother and baby kangaroo come to life through your stitches is incredible. The detailed photos make even complex techniques like needle sculpting approachable, and the finished result is something you'll treasure forever. Plus, the functional pouch adds such a delightful interactive element!

Adorable Kangaroo with Baby Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Adorable Kangaroo with Baby Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Adorable Kangaroo with Baby Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Adorable Kangaroo with Baby Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with different color combinations for this kangaroo pattern! While the traditional brown is absolutely gorgeous, I've tried making versions in soft grey for a more neutral nursery aesthetic, and even a dusty pink version that turned out incredibly sweet. The coral inner ears could be swapped for a deeper rose or even a sunny yellow for a more vibrant look.

What really excites me about this pattern is how you can personalize the facial expressions. I've discovered that slightly adjusting the eye placement or changing the eyebrow angle can give each kangaroo its own unique personality. Some turn out looking sleepy and gentle, others more alert and curious.

For the baby kangaroo, I sometimes add tiny embroidered details like a small heart on the chest or delicate eyelashes for an extra touch of cuteness. The functional pouch also opens up creative possibilities - I've made versions where the baby has a tiny toy or blanket to hold. These small modifications make each creation truly one-of-a-kind while following the same brilliant foundation pattern.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to stuff the legs firmly enough before shaping, causing them to be too floppy ✗ Not positioning the working thread correctly when making increases, leading to uneven shaping ✗ Skipping the wire insertion step for arms, missing the poseable feature completely ✗ Rushing through the needle sculpting steps without proper thread tension, creating asymmetrical features

Adorable Kangaroo with Baby Amigurumi Pattern

Create this charming mother and baby kangaroo duo with this comprehensive amigurumi pattern! Perfect for intermediate crocheters looking to craft something truly special. This detailed 50-page pattern includes 161 step-by-step photos to guide you through creating both the mother kangaroo (55cm tall) and her adorable baby (19cm tall) complete with a functional pouch.

Intermediate 15-20 Hours

Materials Needed for Adorable Kangaroo with Baby Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby velvet yarn in brown (80330) - 4¼ skeins total
  • 02
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby in light powder (80353) - 0.5 skeins for belly and muzzle
  • 03
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby in black (80311) - small amount for nose and mouth
  • 04
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby in red (80318) - small amount for tongue
  • 05
    Himalaya Dolphin Baby in coral (80332) - ¼ skein for ears
  • 06
    YarnArt Jeans in black (53), emerald (63), and white (62) for eyes
  • 07
    Kamtex mercerized cotton for sewing in matching colors

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3 (US D)
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 3.5 (US E)
  • 03
    Crochet hook size 1.5 (US 8) for eyes
  • 04
    1mm wire for armature (200cm needed)
  • 05
    Adhesive tape/plaster
  • 06
    Needles for sewing (thin, thick, and long)
  • 07
    Sewing threads in black
  • 08
    Stitch markers
  • 09
    Holofiber stuffing
  • 10
    Lighter for processing yarn tips
  • 11
    Scissors

Progress Tracker

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— Legs :

Round 1 :

make a foundation chain 21ch, work 2 sc into the second chain from the hook, work 9 sc more, next 9 hdc, work 4 hdc into one chain, turn and work on the other side 9 hdc more, 9 sc, work 2 sc into one ch (44)

Round 2 :

2 inc (sc), 9 sc, 9 hdc, 4 inc (hdc), 9 hdc, 9 sc, 2 inc (sc) (52)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, 1 inc (sc))*2, 9 sc, 9 hdc, (1 hdc, 1 inc (hdc))*4, 9 hdc, 9 sc, (1 sc, 1 inc (sc))*2 (60)

Round 4 :

60 sl sts (60)

Round 5 :

60 sc in BLO (60)

Round 6-8 :

60 sc (60) – repeat 3 times

Round 9 :

crochet hook №3 (US D), 24 sc, (1 sc, 1 dec)*4, 24 sc (56)

Round 10 :

crochet hook №3 (US D), 24 sc, 4 dec, 24 sc (52)

Info :

Proceed to fill the toy with stuffing material at this point

Round 11-12 :

use the crochet hook №3.5 (US E) starting from this round and for the next rounds, 18 sc (18)

Round 13 :

(5 sc, 1 inc)*3 (21)

Round 14 :

(6 sc, 1 inc)*3 (24)

Round 15 :

(3 sc, 1 inc)*6 (30)

Round 16 :

(4 sc, 1 inc)*6 (36)

Round 17 :

15 sc, 2 inc, 19 sc (38)

Round 18 :

15 sc, (1 sc, 1 inc)*2, 19 sc (40)

Round 19 :

12 sc, (1 sc, 1 inc)*6, 16 sc (46)

— Tail :

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 sc (6)

Round 3 :

5 sc, 1 inc (7)

Round 4 :

7 sc (7)

Round 5 :

6 sc, 1 inc (8)

Info :

Continue pattern increasing by 1 stitch every other round until round 42: 26 sc (26). Stuff as you go every 3-4 cm

— The Crotch :

Round 1 :

8 sc in MR (8)

Round 2 :

8 inc (16)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, 1 inc)*8 (24)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, 1 inc)*8 (32)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, 1 inc)*8 (40)

Round 6 :

(4 sc, 1 inc)*8 (48)

— Connecting Body Parts :

Info :

Connect legs to crotch using brown Kamtex thread, joining 8 stitches on each side

Round 7-9 :

108 sc (108) repeat 3 times

Round 10 :

32 sc, (1 sc, 1 dec)*6, 16 sc, (1 sc, 1 dec)*6, 24 sc (96)

— Head :

Round 46 :

24 sc (24)

Round 47 :

(2 sc, 1 inc)*8 (32)

Round 48 :

(3 sc, 1 inc)*8 (40)

Round 49 :

(4 sc, 1 inc)*8 (48)

Round 50 :

(5 sc, 1 inc)*8 (56)

Round 51 :

(6 sc, 1 inc)*8 (64)

Round 52 :

(7 sc, 1 inc)*8 (72)

Round 53 :

(8 sc, 1 inc)*8 (80)

Round 54-57 :

80 sc (80) – repeat 4 times

Round 58 :

38 sc, (1 sc, 1 dec)*14 (66)

— Facial Features & Assembly :

Info :

Complete all facial features including muzzle, nose, eyes, and ears following detailed photo instructions

Info :

Attach pouch to body and embroider claws on feet

— Baby Kangaroo :

Body Round 1 :

8 sc in MR (8)

Body Round 2 :

8 inc (16)

Body Round 3 :

(1 sc, 1 inc)*8 (24)

Head Round 11 :

8 inc (16)

Head Round 12 :

(1 sc, 1 inc)*8 (24)

Head Round 13 :

(2 sc, 1 inc)*8 (32)

Info :

Complete baby with simplified features and attach to mother's pouch

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach head to body by aligning neck opening with body opening and sewing securely with brown thread
  • Connect arms to body using three stitches on each side, inserting wire armature for poseable movement
  • Sew legs to crotch piece using 8 stitches on each side, ensuring even positioning
  • Attach tail to back of body using 10 marked stitches, adjusting working thread position as needed
  • Sew belly piece to front of body while lightly stuffing the area for dimension
  • Attach muzzle between rounds 52-59 and add nose 2 stitches away from muzzle edge
  • Sew ears between rounds 65-68 on head, positioning them symmetrically
  • Attach functional pouch to mother's belly and place finished baby kangaroo inside

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to track round beginnings, especially during color changes and complex shaping
  • 💡Stuff firmly but not overly tight to maintain proper proportions and allow for shaping
  • 💡Position working thread carefully as indicated in photos - this affects the placement of increases and decreases
  • 💡Insert wire armature in arms before completing to ensure poseable functionality
  • 💡Pay attention to stitch counts when connecting body parts - accuracy is crucial for proper fit
  • 💡Use matching thread colors for all assembly work to ensure invisible seams

This adorable kangaroo family pattern brings the magic of Australian wildlife into your home! The mother kangaroo's functional pouch perfectly cradles her sweet baby joey, creating an interactive toy that's both beautiful and engaging. With detailed needle sculpting techniques and expressive crocheted eyes, these marsupials are full of personality and charm. The comprehensive instructions and abundant photos make this intermediate project achievable and rewarding. 🦘✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished kangaroos be?

The mother kangaroo measures 55cm (21.65 inches) tall and the baby kangaroo is 19cm (7.48 inches) when using the recommended materials.

Can I make the arms without wire?

Yes, you can skip the wire armature, but the arms won't be poseable. The wire allows you to adjust the arm positions for different poses.

What if I can't find the exact yarn colors?

You can substitute with similar weight velvet yarns in comparable colors. The most important thing is maintaining consistent yarn weight throughout the project.

Is the baby kangaroo removable from the pouch?

Yes! The baby kangaroo is a separate piece that sits inside the functional pouch and can be taken in and out.

How difficult is the needle sculpting?

The pattern includes detailed photos and arrow guides for the needle sculpting. Take your time and follow the visual guides - the arrows show exactly where to insert the needle.