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Bepo Little Hippo Amigurumi Pattern

Bepo Little Hippo Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 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 Bepo Little Hippo Amigurumi Pattern

This delightful hippo pattern combines classic amigurumi techniques with charming details like a striped sweater and tiny hat. Bepo stands about 14.5cm tall when sitting, making him the perfect size for little hands to hold. The pattern includes detailed assembly instructions and helpful photos to guide you through each step. Every element from his sweet nostrils to his playful tail is carefully designed to create maximum cuteness.

Bepo Little Hippo Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Working in continuous rounds with color changes, this pattern teaches valuable skills while creating something truly special. The finished hippo makes an wonderful gift for children or anyone who loves adorable handmade creatures.

Why You'll Love This Bepo Little Hippo Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love how this pattern brings together so many delightful details in one project! The striped sweater adds such personality, and that tiny blue hat is simply irresistible. I enjoy how the pattern teaches you to work with multiple colors while creating something that will be treasured for years. The step-by-step photos make it so much easier to get professional-looking results, and there's something magical about watching this little character come to life stitch by stitch.

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

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with different color combinations for this adorable hippo pattern! Instead of the traditional grey and blue, I've tried making him in soft pastels like pink and lavender for a dreamy effect, or bold colors like orange and teal for a more vibrant personality. Sometimes I'll add tiny embroidered details like flowers on his sweater or change the hat to a different style entirely. I've even made seasonal versions - a Christmas hippo with red and green stripes, or a spring version with yellow and mint green. The beauty of this pattern is how versatile it is for creative interpretation.

One of my favorite modifications is adding a little bow tie instead of just the hat, or creating tiny accessories like a miniature book or ball for him to hold. I've also experimented with different yarn textures - using a fuzzy yarn for extra cuddliness or a cotton blend for a more structured look. The striped sweater section is perfect for using up yarn scraps, and I love creating rainbow versions or ombre effects. Each hippo ends up with its own unique personality based on the colors and small details I choose!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to stuff the head before closing - always stuff firmly as you work the decrease rounds ✗ Missing color changes in the striped pattern - use stitch markers to track your progress carefully ✗ Placing safety eyes incorrectly - double-check placement between rounds 15-16 with 9 stitches between them ✗ Overstuffing limbs making them too rigid - stuff firmly but leave room for natural movement and positioning

Bepo Little Hippo Amigurumi Pattern

Create your own adorable little hippo companion with this charming amigurumi pattern! Bepo features a sweet striped sweater, tiny blue hat, and the most loveable hippo face you've ever seen. This detailed pattern guides you through every step to create a cuddly friend that's perfect for gifting or keeping. With clear instructions and helpful photos, you'll enjoy every stitch of this delightful project that brings joy to makers and recipients alike.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Bepo Little Hippo Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Katia Panama 100% cotton yarn, 50g/180m in grey, light blue, blue, and cream colors
  • 02
    Cotton yarn in coordinating colors: grey (main body), light blue (stripes), blue (hat and details), cream (belly and inner ears)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    2mm crochet hook
  • 02
    Polyester fiberfill stuffing
  • 03
    Black embroidery thread
  • 04
    6mm safety eyes
  • 05
    Tapestry needle
  • 06
    Stitch marker
  • 07
    Scissors

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— NOSTRILS (make 2):

Rnd 1:

start 6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2:

sc in all 6 st (6)

Info:

Finish with a slip st in the next st and fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing

— HEAD:

Rnd 1:

make a chain of 12

Rnd 2:

start crocheting in the second loop from the hook. 10 sc, 3 sc in the last loop of the chain. Turn your work round so that you can now crochet on the other side of the chain, 9 sc and increase in the last chain (24)

Rnd 3:

inc, 9 sc, (inc) x 3, 9 sc, (inc) x 2 (30)

Rnd 4:

(1 sc, inc) x 2, 9 sc, (1 sc, inc) x 3, 10 sc, inc (36)

Rnd 5:

(2 sc, inc) x 2, 9 sc, (2 sc, inc) x 3, 11 sc, inc (42)

Rnd 6:

(3 sc, inc) x 2, 9 sc, (3 sc, inc) x 3, 12 sc, inc (48)

Rnd 7:

(4 sc, inc) x 2, 9 sc, (4 sc, inc) x 3, 13 sc, inc (54)

Rnd 8-14:

sc in all 54 st (54)

Rnd 15:

(7 sc, dec) x 6 (48)

Rnd 16:

(3 sc, inc) x 6, 24 sc (54)

Rnd 17:

(4 sc, inc) x 6, 24 sc (60)

Rnd 18-24:

sc in all 60 st (60)

Rnd 25:

(8 sc, dec) x 6 (54)

Rnd 26:

sc in all 54 st (54)

Info:

Place the safety eyes between rounds 15-16 with 9 stitches between them. Start stuffing the head and continue stuffing as you work.

Rnd 27:

(7 sc, dec) x 6 (48)

Rnd 28:

sc in all 48 st (48)

Rnd 29:

(6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)

Rnd 30:

(5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)

Rnd 31:

(4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)

Rnd 32:

(3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)

Rnd 33:

(2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 34:

(1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 35:

6 dec (6)

Info:

Fasten off. With your yarn needle, weave the yarn tail through the front loop of each remaining stitch and pull tight to close. Don't cut the yarn, leave a long tail, we will use it later.

— EARS (make 2):

Inner ear (cream yarn):

Rnd 1: start 6 sc in a magic ring (6), Rnd 2: inc in all 6 st (12), Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18), Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24). Make a slip stitch in the next stitch, fasten off and weave in the yarn end.

Outer ear (grey yarn):

Rnd 1: start 6 sc in a magic ring (6), Rnd 2: inc in all 6 st (12), Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18), Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24), Rnd 5: sc in all 24 st through both parts (24). Make a slip stitch in the next stitch and fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

— BODY:

Rnd 1:

start 6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2:

inc in all 6 st (12)

Rnd 3:

(1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4:

(2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5:

(3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Rnd 6:

(4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)

Rnd 7:

(5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)

Rnd 8:

(6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)

Rnd 9:

(7 sc, inc) x 6 (54)

Rnd 10-13:

sc in all 54 st (54)

Rnd 14 (cream yarn):

sc in all 54 st (54)

Rnd 15:

BLO sc in all 54 st (54)

Rnd 16:

(7 sc, dec) x 6 (48)

Rnd 17:

sc in all 48 st (48)

Rnd 18 (blue yarn):

sc in all 48 st (48)

Rnd 19:

(6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)

Rnd 20-22 (cream yarn):

sc in all 42 st (42)

Rnd 23:

(5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)

Rnd 24-25 (blue yarn):

sc in all 36 st (36)

Rnd 26 (cream yarn):

sc in all 36 st (36)

Rnd 27:

(4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)

Rnd 28-29:

sc in all 30 st (30)

Rnd 30 (blue yarn):

sc in all 30 st (30)

Rnd 31:

(3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)

Rnd 32-35 (cream yarn):

sc in all 24 st (24)

Info:

Make a slip stitch in the next stitch and fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff it.

— ARMS (make 2):

Rnd 1:

start 6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2:

inc in all 6 st (12)

Rnd 3:

(1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4:

(2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5:

BLO sc in all 24 st (24)

Rnd 6:

(6 sc, dec) x 3 (21)

Rnd 7-8:

sc in all 21 st (21)

Rnd 9:

(5 sc, dec) x 3 (18)

Rnd 10:

sc in all 18 st (18)

Rnd 11 (cream yarn):

sc in all 18 st (18)

Rnd 12:

BLO sc in all 18 st (18)

Rnd 13-14:

sc in all 18 st (18)

Rnd 15 (blue yarn):

sc in all 18 st (18)

Rnd 16:

(4 sc, dec) x 3 (15)

Rnd 17-20 (cream yarn):

sc in all 15 st (15)

Rnd 21 (blue yarn):

sc in all 15 st (15)

Rnd 22:

(3 sc, dec) x 3 (12)

Rnd 23-26 (cream yarn):

sc in all 12 st (12)

Rnd 27 (blue yarn):

sc in all 12 st (12)

Rnd 28:

(2 sc, dec) x 3 (9)

Rnd 29 (cream yarn):

sc in all 9 st (9)

Rnd 30:

Flatten the top of the arm and sc through both layers to close. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

— LEGS (make 2):

Rnd 1:

start 6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2:

inc in all 6 st (12)

Rnd 3:

(1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4:

(2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Rnd 5:

(3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Rnd 6:

(4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)

Rnd 7:

BLO sc in all 36 st (36)

Rnd 8-9:

sc in all 36 st (36)

Rnd 10:

(4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)

Rnd 11-13:

sc in all 30 st (30)

Rnd 14:

(3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)

Rnd 15-18:

sc in all 24 st (24)

Rnd 19:

(2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Rnd 20-23:

sc in all 18 st (18)

Rnd 24:

(1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Rnd 25-26:

sc in all 12 st (12)

Rnd 27:

Flatten the top of the leg and sc through both layers to close. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

— TAIL:

Rnd 1:

start 6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2-5:

sc in all 6 st (6)

Info:

Make a slip stitch in the next stitch and fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Don't stuff it.

— HAT:

Rnd 1:

start 6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2:

inc in all 6 st (12)

Rnd 3:

(1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Rnd 4-8:

sc in all 18 st (18)

Rnd 9:

working in Front Loops Only (FLO) inc in all 18 st (36)

Rnd 10:

sc in all 36 st (36)

Info:

Make a slip stitch in the next stitch and fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the eyebrows with black embroidery thread 3 rounds above each eye
  • Sew the nostrils between rounds 6-8 with 12 stitches between them
  • Create eye shaping by pulling yarn between eyes to bring them slightly closer together
  • Fold each ear slightly and sew together, then attach to head between rounds 28-29 with 14 stitches between them
  • Sew the body centered under the head on round 8 from the last round
  • Attach arms to both sides of the body 1 row below the head
  • Sew legs to the body on round 3 as shown in photos
  • Attach the tail to the body on round 4
  • Stuff the hat and sew it to the head to complete your hippo

Important Notes

  • 💡Work in continuous rounds (spiral) unless instructed otherwise in the pattern
  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds, especially during color changes in the striped sections
  • 💡Stuff firmly but not too tightly for the best shape and structure of your hippo
  • 💡Place safety eyes carefully between rounds 15-16 with exactly 9 stitches between them for proper positioning
  • 💡Leave long tails when fastening off pieces as these will be used for sewing assembly
  • 💡Pattern uses US crochet terminology throughout all instructions

This adorable Bepo the Little Hippo pattern combines the joy of amigurumi with irresistible charm! With his striped sweater and tiny blue hat, this little fellow is designed to steal hearts and bring smiles wherever he goes. The pattern teaches valuable color-changing techniques while creating a treasured companion that's perfect for gifting or keeping. Every detail from his sweet nostrils to playful tail adds personality to this loveable creation. 🧶 Happy crocheting! 🧵✨

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FAQs

What size will my finished hippo be?

Using the recommended Katia Panama yarn and 2mm hook, Bepo will be approximately 14.5 cm (5.7 inches) tall when sitting. You can make him larger or smaller by using different yarn weights and adjusting your hook size accordingly.

Can I use different colors for the hippo?

Absolutely! While the pattern uses grey, cream, light blue, and blue, you can substitute any colors you prefer. Just maintain the same color placement for the striped sweater effect and contrasting details.

How do I get the striped sweater effect?

The striped pattern is created by changing yarn colors at specific rounds in the body and arms. Follow the color changes exactly as written in the pattern, and the stripes will appear naturally as you work.

What if I don't have safety eyes?

You can embroider the eyes using black embroidery thread instead of using safety eyes. This also makes the hippo safer for very young children under 3 years old.

How do I attach the hat securely?

Stuff the hat lightly before sewing it to the head. Use the long tail left from fastening off and sew around the base of the hat, going through both the hat and head to secure it firmly in place.