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Mimic Chest Amigurumi Pattern

Mimic Chest 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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Whimsical Buddy

Playful characters full of personality, designed to spark imagination and become cherished playtime favorites.

About This Mimic Chest Amigurumi Pattern

Mimic Chest Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern includes detailed instructions for creating rectangular chest panels, a curved lid assembly, intricate mouth construction with individual teeth, and a unique flip-up eyeball feature that adds an interactive surprise element.

Why You'll Love This Mimic Chest Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines functionality with fantasy in such a clever way. The Mimic Chest isn't just adorable to look at—it actually opens and closes, making it perfect for storing dice, jewelry, or small treasures. I'm particularly fond of the attention to detail in the teeth and tongue construction, which gives the piece so much character. The flip-up eyeball mechanism is pure genius and always gets amazing reactions. Whether you're a tabletop gamer or just appreciate whimsical crochet projects, this pattern offers a rewarding challenge with a truly unique finished product.

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

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with this pattern to create different fantasy variations. Instead of the classic brown and gold treasure chest, try making an ice-themed version using white and light blue yarns with silver trim for a frozen mimic straight out of a frost giant's lair.

For a more sinister look, use deep purple and black with crimson red for the mouth to create a shadowy void mimic. You could even add glow-in-the-dark yarn for the eyeball to make it extra creepy.

If you want something whimsical and fun for kids, try pastel rainbow colors with a pink tongue and multicolored teeth. This transforms the menacing monster into an adorable fantasy friend.

I've also experimented with adding embellishments—try sewing on small gem buttons to the chest exterior, or create tiny crocheted coins to place inside. You could even make multiple sizes by adjusting your hook size and yarn weight.

For a pirate theme, use weathered brown and tarnished brass colors, and consider adding a small skull emblem on the front. The possibilities for customization are truly endless, and each variation brings its own personality to this already character-filled design.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not keeping slip stitches loose enough during border rounds, which causes the rectangular pieces to warp and drawstring at the edges ✗ Missing stitches when working along the raw edges of pieces, especially when counting rows—each row should have one corresponding stitch worked into its side ✗ Sewing pieces together without pinning first, leading to misalignment of the chest structure and uneven seams between panels ✗ Stuffing the eyeball too firmly or not firmly enough, affecting how well it holds its shape when sewn to the keyhole backing ✗ Forgetting to mark the bottom piece, which looks very similar to the long sides and can cause assembly confusion later

Mimic Chest Amigurumi Pattern

Transform your crochet skills into an enchanting fantasy treasure with this delightful Mimic Chest pattern. This whimsical design brings the classic dungeon monster to life, complete with sharp teeth, a playful tongue, and a surprising eyeball that flips up from behind a keyhole. Perfect for gamers, fantasy lovers, or anyone who appreciates creative amigurumi projects with personality and charm.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Mimic Chest Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted Weight (4) yarn in brown or black (50 yards for chest)
  • 02
    Worsted Weight (4) yarn in gold or silver (40 yards for trim)
  • 03
    Worsted Weight (4) yarn in dark red or green (62 yards for mouth)
  • 04
    Worsted Weight (4) yarn in pink or purple (11 yards for tongue)
  • 05
    Worsted Weight (4) yarn in white (scrap amount for teeth)
  • 06
    Scrap amount of black yarn for embroidery details

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.75mm (F)
  • 02
    Pinch of stuffing (for eyeball only)
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Yarn needle for sewing
  • 05
    Safety pins or stitch markers
  • 06
    Optional: 7-count plastic canvas (1 sheet)
  • 07
    Optional: Sewing thread (any color)
  • 08
    Optional: Small buttons for eyeball mechanism
  • 09
    Optional: Wire 10-14g for eyeball flip mechanism

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— Short Side x2 :

Start with Chest

Ch10

Round 1 :

sc across (9)

Info :

Ch1, turn

Round 2-8 :

sc across (9)

Info :

Finish off, turn, reattach at corner with Trim (BLO). Insert hook, pull up loop, ch1 to start (ch1 counts as the first slst of r9a). Ch2 at the corners count as one space (Increases land in these)

Round 9a :

BLO: slst around, ch2 at corners (38)

Round 9b :

BLO: sc around, inc in ch2 spaces (42)

Info :

Finish off, leave a Trim tail for sewing

— Long Side x2 :

Start with Chest

Ch13

Round 1 :

sc across (12)

Info :

Ch1, turn

Round 2-8 :

sc across (12)

Info :

Finish off, turn, reattach at corner with Trim (BLO). Insert hook, pull up loop, ch1 to start (ch1 counts as the first slst of r9a)

Round 9a :

BLO: slst around, ch2 at corners (44)

Round 9b :

BLO: sc around, inc in ch2 spaces (48)

Info :

Finish off, leave a tail for sewing

— Bottom x1 :

Start with Chest

Ch13

Round 1 :

sc across (12)

Info :

Ch1, turn

Round 2-9 :

sc across (12)

Info :

Finish off, turn, reattach at corner with Trim (BLO). Insert hook, pull up loop, ch1 to start (ch1 counts as the first slst of r10a)

Round 10a :

BLO: slst around, ch2 at corners (46)

Round 10b :

BLO: sc around, inc in ch2 spaces (50)

Info :

Finish off, leave a tail for sewing. Mark this piece so you remember it's the bottom (it's very similar to the long sides)

— Top Side x2 :

Start with Chest

Round 1 :

3sc in magic ring (3)

Info :

ch1, turn

Round 2 :

*inc* (6)

Info :

ch1, turn

Round 3 :

*1sc, inc* (9)

Info :

ch1, turn

Round 4 :

*2sc, inc* (12)

Info :

ch1, turn

Round 5 :

*3sc, inc* (15)

Info :

Turn, reattach with Trim. Use a long starter tail to do r6a. Then, use the master strand to do 6b without turning

Round 6a :

BLO slst across (15)

Round 6b :

BLO *4sc, inc* (18)

Info :

Finish off, leave a tail for sewing

— Top x1 :

Start with Chest

Ch13

Round 1 :

sc across (12)

Info :

Ch1, turn

Round 2-16 :

sc across (12)

Info :

Finish off, reattach at corner with Trim (BLO). Insert hook, pull up loop, ch1 to start (ch1 counts as the first slst of r9a)

Round 17a :

BLO: slst around, ch2 at corners (60)

Round 17b :

BLO: sc around, inc in ch2 spaces (64)

Info :

Finish off, leave a tail for sewing

— Handles x2 :

Start with Trim

Ch 8

Info :

Start in second ch from hook

Round 1 :

2sc, inc, inc, inc, 2sc (10)

Info :

Finish off, leave a tail for sewing

— Mouth Top :

Start with Mouth

Ch14

Round 1 :

sc across (13)

Round 2-15 :

sc across (13)

Info :

Finish off. Reattach and work along raw edge (There's no row of slst's, and you don't have to keep it clean because it's the same color)

Sides Round 1 :

Sc across (15)

Info :

ch1, turn

Sides Round 2 :

Dec, dec, dec, 3sc, dec, dec, dec (9)

Info :

ch1, turn

Sides Round 3 :

Dec, dec, 1sc, dec, dec (5)

Info :

ch1, turn

Sides Round 4 :

Dec, 1sc, dec (3)

Info :

Finish off. Repeat Sides r1-4 on the other raw edge. The shape will curl like a boat, to fit inside the top. Leave one tail for sewing

— Mouth Bottom :

Start with Mouth

Ch5

Info :

Start in third chain from hook

Round 1 :

2sc, {3sc} in last ch, continue around other side of ch, 2sc, {3sc} in ch2 space (10)

Round 2 :

2sc, inc, inc, inc, 2sc, inc, inc, inc (16)

Round 3 :

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

Round 4 :

4sc, inc, inc, 3sc, inc, inc, 5sc, inc, inc, 3sc, inc, inc, 1sc (32)

Round 5 :

5sc, inc, inc, 5sc, inc, inc, 7sc, inc, inc, 5sc, inc, inc, 2sc (40)

Round 6-9 :

sc around (40)

Round 10 :

6sc, inc, inc, 7sc, inc, inc, 9sc, inc, inc, 7sc, inc, inc, 3sc (48)

Round 11-15 :

sc around (48)

Info :

If you find your mouth bucket is too short/tall to fit in the chest, feel free to add/remove a round of sc's

Round 16 :

BLO: 11hdc, {1hdc, ch1, 1hdc}, 9hdc, {1hdc, ch1, 1hdc}, 13hdc, {1hdc, ch1, 1hdc}, 9hdc, {1hdc, ch1, 1hdc}, 2hdc

Info :

The ch1's of r16 are the corners. Finish off, leave a tail for sewing. This piece is wrong-side-out, so when you look inside you see the right side

— Long Brace :

Make with Trim

Ch32

Info :

Start in second ch from hook

Round 1 :

30sc, {1sc, ch1, 1sc, ch1, 1sc} in last ch, Continue along other side of chain: 30sc

Info :

Finish off, leave a tail for sewing. Optional: If you want to use wire to flip the eye up (instead of a button), cut a short piece of wire and bend it to fit the shape. On r1, start sc'ing around wire at about 18 sc in. Continue sc'ing around the wire to the same spot on the other side. Bend two short prongs out at 90° to plug into the top. Trim excess

— Keyhole :

Make with Trim

Round 1 :

6sc in magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

*inc* (12)

Round 3 :

*1sc, inc* (18)

Info :

Finish off, leave a tail for sewing. Optional: If you want a button to flip the eye up (instead of wire), make a small secure loop (the size of your button) when weaving tails. With black, embroider a keyhole. It's okay if it's messy on the back. We're going to cover it up with the eyeball

— Eyeball :

Start with Mouth

Round 1 :

5sc in magic ring (5)

Round 2 :

*inc* (10)

Info :

Cut yarn, pull tail through. Do an invisible finish. Change to white, leave a starting tail to embroider shine

Round 3a :

BLO slst around (10)

Round 3b :

*1sc, inc* - work through BLO of both colors (15)

Info :

Finish off, leave a tail to sew to keyhole. With a strand of black, embroider a slit pupil, 3 passes. Use white tail to embroider a shine over it, 1 pass. Knot and trim tails. Sew to back of Keyhole. Sew through BLO of White, into the back bars of Trim. Stuff before closing. This is the only piece with stuffing

— Teeth :

Start with White

Ch 22

Info :

Start in second ch from hook. Stitches [in brackets] are worked back down that chain

Round 1 :

slst, *[ch3, slst, 1sc], slst in next, slst in next*

Info :

Finish off. Change to Tongue. Work r2 across other side as shown. Pull up a loop here to start

Round 2 :

*BLO slst, slst, sc*, slst, slst, slst (22)

Info :

The sc's here are worked around the entire piece, going between the teeth. They do not occupy a loop of the starting chain. Do not skip or miss a ch for the next slst. Finish off, leave a tail for sewing. Pin and sew the tongue to the back of the mouth. I only sewed along the short edge of the tongue. So it is poseable, and you can tuck it in or pull it out. Pin and sew teeth strip along the mouth/head seam. Sew through blo of the gums

— Tongue :

Make with Tongue

Ch32

Info :

Start in second ch from hook

Round 1 :

30sc, {1sc, ch2, 1sc} in last ch, Continue along other side of chain: 30sc

Info :

ch1, turn

Round 2 :

31sc, {4sc} in ch2 space, Continue along other side of chain: 31sc

Info :

Finish off, leave a Tongue tail for sewing. With Mouth, reattach in center at bottom. Slst going through the tongue. Work up to the tip. Finish off

Assembly Instructions

  • Lay chest pieces out in formation and use 7-count plastic canvas backing for structure. Trace pieces keeping canvas within back bars of stitches for seam allowance. Use sewing thread to attach canvas to each piece.
  • Pin chest pieces together in the correct layout (noting direction of rows) and sew BLO to BLO with whip stitch to form the bottom box structure.
  • Sew the curved top sides to the top piece using safety pins to hold position. For the top piece, bend plastic canvas and secure with hair tie while sewing to create proper curve.
  • Pin the mouth top boat piece inside the chest top and sew together through BLO to back bars or BLO to plastic canvas, working around all sides.
  • Position the mouth bottom bucket inside the chest box, mush and flatten the bottom to fit, then sew in place through BLO to back bars or BLO to plastic canvas.
  • Center teeth strip and pin in place, then sew to mouth bucket through BLO of gums to BLO of mouth along the mouth/head seam.
  • Attach long brace over chest front by sewing through back bars onto chest. If using wire, plug bent ends between fabric and plastic canvas. Sew keyhole/eyeball assembly to end of brace with keyhole facing out so it flips up to reveal eyeball. If using buttons instead of wire, mark button placement and sew 4-6 buttons decoratively along brace.

Important Notes

  • 💡Keep slip stitches loose when working border rounds to prevent warping of rectangular pieces
  • 💡Use safety pins or stitch markers to hold pieces together before sewing for proper alignment
  • 💡The number of slip stitches along unfinished sides should match the number of rows in each piece
  • 💡Mark the bottom piece to distinguish it from long side pieces as they are very similar in size
  • 💡When working borders, catch only a single loop for slip stitches and don't work too deeply into fabric
  • 💡The mouth bottom piece is wrong-side-out so the right side shows when looking inside the finished chest
  • 💡Only the eyeball requires stuffing—stuff it before closing when sewing to the keyhole backing

This incredible Mimic Chest pattern brings tabletop gaming magic into your hands with every stitch. Designed with clever construction techniques and playful details, this pattern creates a functional treasure box that surprises and delights. From the individually crafted teeth to the flip-up eyeball mechanism, every element combines to create a character-filled piece that's perfect for storing dice, jewelry, or small treasures. Whether displayed on a shelf or used as a functional container, this Mimic is sure to become a conversation starter! 🧶 Happy crocheting! 🎲✨

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FAQs

Do I need to use plastic canvas for this pattern?

Plastic canvas is optional but highly recommended for structure. Without it, the chest will be softer and more squishy. The 7-count flexible plastic canvas works best for the curved top piece, while stiff canvas is fine for all other pieces.

Can I make the mouth bucket taller or shorter?

Yes! The pattern specifically mentions that if your mouth bucket is too short or tall to fit properly in the chest, you can add or remove rounds of single crochet stitches between rounds 11-15 to adjust the height.

Should I use wire or buttons for the flip-up eyeball mechanism?

Both options work well! Wire (10-14g) creates a more secure flip mechanism that plugs into the chest, while buttons offer a decorative look along the brace. Choose based on your preference and whether you want the eyeball to stay flipped up on its own.

How do I work the border rounds without warping my rectangles?

Keep your slip stitches very loose in round A—if they're too tight, they'll drawstring the shape. Only catch a single loop when working slip stitches, and don't work too deeply into the fabric. The ch2 spaces at corners count as one space where increases will go.

What's the difference between the bottom piece and the long side pieces?

The bottom piece has one more row (9 rows instead of 8) making it slightly taller. The pattern recommends marking the bottom piece when you make it since they look very similar and can be easily confused during assembly.

Can I make this pattern in different colors?

Absolutely! The pattern provides alternative color options—you can make the chest in brown or black, trim in gold or silver, mouth in dark red or green, and tongue in pink or purple. Feel free to customize to match your fantasy aesthetic.