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The Piglet Amigurumi Pattern

The Piglet 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 The Piglet Amigurumi Pattern

This delightful Piglet pattern captures the beloved character's cheerful personality through careful construction and color work. The pattern features a unique striped body created with slip stitches that alternate between pink and crimson yarn, giving it that signature look. With moveable arms attached using thread mounting technique, your finished Piglet can be posed in various positions. The pattern includes detailed face tightening instructions to create those characteristic chubby cheeks and sweet expression.

The Piglet Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You can customize this pattern by choosing different yarn types - create a larger plush version or a smaller cotton version. The optional balloon accessory adds an extra special touch and uses wire for stability.

Why You'll Love This The Piglet Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love how this pattern brings such a recognizable character to life with accessible techniques. The color-changing stripes might seem intimidating at first, but the detailed photo instructions make it straightforward and enjoyable. What really makes this pattern special is the attention to facial details - the tightening technique creates such an expressive, huggable face that captures Piglet's gentle personality perfectly. The thread-mounted arms mean your creation will be poseable and interactive, not just a static decoration. Plus, the optional wire-reinforced balloon is such a thoughtful addition that really completes the look.

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

Switch Things Up

I find this pattern incredibly versatile for creative experimentation. While the pattern uses traditional pink shades for Piglet, you could easily adapt the color scheme to create your own unique character - imagine a blue and purple version or even rainbow stripes for a whimsical twist.

The slip stitch stripe technique is the real star here and can be applied to so many other projects once you master it. I've used this same method to create striped bees, cats, and even abstract art pieces.

If you're feeling adventurous, try varying the number of rounds between color changes to create different stripe widths. Thicker stripes give a bolder look, while more frequent changes create delicate bands.

The thread mounting technique for the arms opens up possibilities beyond this pattern. Once you learn it, you can apply it to any amigurumi to create moveable, poseable limbs. I've used this on bears, bunnies, and even dragon wings.

Consider embellishing your Piglet with a tiny crocheted scarf, a felt flower crown, or even a miniature honeypot accessory to add personality. The beauty of handmade toys is making them uniquely yours.

For the balloon, experiment with different colors and even try making multiple balloons in various sizes clustered together. You could also skip the wire entirely and make a simpler stuffed balloon if you prefer.

The face tightening technique might seem specific to this pattern, but it's actually a valuable skill for any character amigurumi. Use it to create dimples, shape cheeks, or define facial features on other projects.

If you're making this as a gift, personalize it by choosing the recipient's favorite colors or adding a tiny embroidered initial on the body. These small touches transform a pattern into a treasured keepsake.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

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The Piglet Amigurumi Pattern

Create your own adorable Piglet character from scratch with this delightful amigurumi crochet pattern. This charming project brings everyone's favorite pink friend to life with a striped body, oversized ears, and a sweet smiling face. Perfect for Disney fans and amigurumi enthusiasts alike, this pattern guides you through creating a huggable companion that measures 28-30 cm tall with plush yarn or 15-17 cm with cotton yarn. Complete with optional colorful balloon accessory.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for The Piglet Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Plush yarn 120m/100gr in light pink, pink, and crimson colors (Himalaya Dolphin Baby 80319, 80314, 80310 or YarnArt Dolce)
  • 02
    Cotton yarn options: Alize Cotton Gold 149 and 33, YarnArt Jeans 74 (less than 50g total)
  • 03
    Black cotton yarn for embroidery details
  • 04
    Red semi-cotton yarn for balloon accessory
  • 05
    Light thin cotton yarn for balloon string

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 3-4mm (3.25mm recommended for plush yarn)
  • 02
    Crochet hook 2mm for cotton version
  • 03
    Crochet hook 2.5-3mm for balloon (semi-cotton)
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    Crochet hook 1mm for balloon string
  • 05
    Safety eyes approximately 8mm
  • 06
    Small piece of felt for eye backing
  • 07
    Yarn sewing needles
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    Stitch markers
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    Pins with large heads
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    Scissors
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    Fiber filling
  • 12
    Strong synthetic or tooth thread for limb mounting
  • 13
    Copper wire 1.5mm diameter 15cm for balloon
  • 14
    Pliers
  • 15
    Cutter
  • 16
    Superglue for balloon wire

Progress Tracker

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— HEAD-BODY :

Info :

Start with light pink yarn (1), stuff while crocheting, don't stuff the head too tight for easier face tightening

Round 1 :

6 SC in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 INC (12)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 SC, INC) x 6 (24)

Round 5-8 :

4 rounds of 24 SC (24)

Round 9 :

4 INC, 4 SC, 4 INC, 12 SC (32)

Round 10-14 :

5 rounds of 32 SC (32)

Info :

Insert eyes between 8th and 9th rounds at a distance of 4 SC (between INCs), or embroider them with black thread

Round 15 :

(6 SC, DEC) x 4 (28)

Round 16 :

(5 SC, DEC) x 4 (24)

Round 17 :

(6 SC, DEC) x 3 (21)

Info :

Change color to crimson (3)

Round 18-19 :

2 rounds of 21 SC (21)

Round 20 :

(6 SC, INC) x 3 (24)

Info :

Change color to pink (2)

Round 21 :

24 SS, work the last SS with crimson thread (3) (24)

Info :

Change color to crimson (3)

Round 22 :

BLO: 24 SC (24)

Round 23 :

(7 SC, INC) x 3 (27)

Round 24 :

27 SC (27)

Info :

Change color to pink (2)

Round 25 :

27 SS (27)

Info :

Change color to crimson (3)

Round 26 :

BLO: (8 SC, INC) x 3 (30)

Round 27 :

(9 SC, INC) x 3 (33)

Round 28 :

(10 SC, INC) x 3 (36)

Info :

Change color to pink (2)

Round 29 :

36 SS (36)

Info :

Change color to crimson (3)

Round 30 :

BLO: 36 SC (36)

Round 31-32 :

2 rounds of 36 SC (36)

Info :

Change color to pink (2)

Round 33 :

36 SS (36)

Info :

Change color to crimson (3)

Round 34 :

BLO: 36 SC (36)

Round 35 :

36 SC (36)

Round 36 :

(4 SC, DEC) x 6 (30)

Info :

Change color to pink (2)

Round 37 :

30 SS, cut pink thread and tie with main crimson thread (30)

Info :

Change color to crimson (3)

Round 38 :

BLO: (3 SC, DEC) x 6 (24)

Round 39 :

24 SC (24)

Round 40 :

(2 SC, DEC) x 6 (18)

Round 41 :

(SC, DEC) x 6 (12)

Round 42 :

6 DEC (6)

Info :

Pull the hole down, fix the thread and hide the ending

— EAR (2 pieces) :

Info :

Pink yarn (2), don't stuff

Round 1 :

3 SC in MR (3)

Round 2 :

3 INC (6)

Round 3 :

6 SC (6)

Round 4 :

(SC, INC) x 3 (9)

Round 5 :

(2 SC, INC) x 3 (12)

Round 6 :

(3 SC, INC) x 3 (15)

Round 7 :

(4 SC, INC) x 3 (18)

Round 8 :

18 SC (18)

Round 9 :

(4 SC, DEC) x 3 (15)

Round 10 :

(3 SC, DEC) x 3 (12)

Round 11 :

(2 SC, DEC) x 3 (9)

Info :

Fold in half and crochet 4 SS together, fix the thread and cut it

— ARM (2 pieces) :

Info :

Light pink yarn (1), don't stuff

Round 1 :

3 SC in MR (3)

Round 2 :

3 INC (6)

Round 3-4 :

2 rounds of 6 SC (6)

Round 5 :

DEC, 4 SC (5)

Round 6 :

INC, 4 SC (6)

Round 7 :

INC, 5 SC (7)

Round 8-14 :

7 rounds of 7 SC (7)

Round 15 :

3 DEC, don't work in the last St (4)

Info :

Pull the hole down, fix the thread and hide the ending

— LEG (2 pieces) :

Info :

Light pink yarn (1)

Round 0 :

Chain 6

Round 1 :

Start in the 2nd chain from the hook: 4 SC, 3 SC into the last chain, on the other side: 3 SC, INC (12)

Round 2-3 :

2 rounds of 12 SC (12)

Round 4 :

3 SC, 3 DEC, 3 SC (9)

Round 5 :

2 SC, 3 DEC, SC (6)

Info :

Stuff the foot, don't stuff further

Round 6-8 :

3 rounds of 6 SC (6)

Round 9 :

DEC, 4 SC (5)

Info :

Work additional SC if needed so foot is positioned directly forward, fold in half and crochet 2 SC together

— SNOUT :

Info :

Start with pink yarn (2)

Round 1 :

3 SC in MR (3)

Round 2 :

INC, 3 SC in the same St, INC (7)

Info :

Change color to light pink

Round 3 :

7 BPSC (7)

Info :

SS, fix the thread, leave a long ending to sew

— BALLOON (Optional) :

Info :

Red semi-cotton yarn, hook 2.5mm, stuff while crocheting

Round 1 :

6 SC in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 INC (12)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 SC, INC) x 6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3 SC, INC) x 6 (30)

Round 6 :

(4 SC, INC) x 6 (36)

Round 7-11 :

5 rounds of 36 SC (36)

Round 12 :

(10 SC, DEC) x 3 (33)

Round 13 :

(9 SC, DEC) x 3 (30)

Round 14 :

(8 SC, DEC) x 3 (27)

Round 15 :

(7 SC, DEC) x 3 (24)

Round 16 :

(6 SC, DEC) x 3 (21)

Round 17 :

(5 SC, DEC) x 3 (18)

Round 18 :

(4 SC, DEC) x 3 (15)

Round 19 :

(3 SC, DEC) x 3 (12)

Round 20 :

(2 SC, DEC) x 3 (9)

Round 21 :

(SC, DEC) x 3 (6)

Round 22 :

6 INC (12)

Round 23 :

(SC, INC) x 6 (18)

Info :

SS, fix the thread, leave long ending to fix the wire

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach snout to face centered below eyes, sewing securely all around the edges
  • Perform face tightening by marking 4 points under the eyes 5 rounds lower at a distance of 5-6 SC between two internal points, then thread needle through to create cheek definition
  • Embroider smile using black cotton yarn following marked pin placement, creating curved smile shape with corner stitches
  • Embroider eyebrows above eyes using black cotton yarn with gentle arch shape
  • Attach ears to top of head on either side, positioning them symmetrically and angling slightly outward
  • Attach arms using thread mounting technique by inserting long needle through body and both arms, pulling tight and securing knot inside body
  • Sew legs to bottom of body in a straight line so figure can sit properly

Important Notes

  • 💡Crochet density varies between makers - hook size may need adjustment to achieve desired tension and size
  • 💡Don't pull slip stitch rounds too tightly as this maintains the striped pattern appearance on the body
  • 💡Use felt backing behind safety eyes for small diameter eyes to prevent them pulling through fabric
  • 💡Thread mounting technique for arms requires strong synthetic or tooth thread for durability and movement
  • 💡Stuff head loosely enough to allow for face tightening but firmly enough to maintain shape
  • 💡For balloon accessory, use copper wire rather than aluminum as it's stronger and holds shape better
  • 💡Position feet facing forward before folding and sewing legs to ensure proper stance

This enchanting Piglet pattern brings the beloved character to life with thoughtful details and accessible techniques that create a truly huggable companion. The distinctive striped body using slip stitch color changes, combined with the face tightening technique for those signature chubby cheeks, makes this pattern both fun to create and rewarding to complete. Whether you choose plush yarn for a larger cuddle buddy or cotton for a smaller treasure, your handmade Piglet will capture hearts with its sweet expression and moveable arms. The optional wire-reinforced balloon adds that perfect finishing touch! Happy crocheting!

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FAQs

Can I use different yarn weights than recommended?

Yes, you can use any yarn weight, but adjust your hook size accordingly. Plush yarn (120m/100gr) will create a larger toy around 28-30cm tall, while cotton yarn like Alize Cotton Gold or YarnArt Jeans creates a smaller version around 15-17cm. The key is matching your hook to your yarn for proper tension.

How do I prevent the slip stitch stripes from looking uneven?

Keep consistent tension without pulling the slip stitches too tight. Work the last slip stitch of each color round with the next color thread as shown in the pattern photos. Don't worry if it looks a bit messy while working - the stripes will even out as you continue.

Is the face tightening technique difficult?

Face tightening looks intimidating but is quite manageable with the detailed photo instructions. The key is not stuffing the head too firmly initially. Mark your points carefully, use strong thread, and pull gradually rather than all at once. The tutorial shows each step clearly.

Can I make this without the thread-mounted arms?

Yes, you can simply sew the arms directly to the body if you prefer. However, thread mounting allows the arms to move and be posed, which adds play value. If making for very young children, sewn arms might be more secure.

Do I need to make the balloon accessory?

The balloon is completely optional. The Piglet stands alone as a complete project. If you do want to add it, make sure you have copper wire (1.5mm diameter) as it's stronger than aluminum and will hold the balloon shape better.

Can I embroider the eyes instead of using safety eyes?

Absolutely! The pattern mentions you can embroider eyes with black thread as an alternative to safety eyes. This is actually safer for very young children and works particularly well with cotton yarn versions.