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Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern

Umbreon Plushie 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 Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern

This Umbreon plushie pattern brings the beloved dark-type Pokémon to life in adorable crochet form. With its sleek black body adorned with signature yellow rings, this pattern captures Umbreon's mysterious and elegant nature. The design includes detailed instructions for creating the distinctive pointed ears, expressive felt eyes, and that characteristic long tail. Every stitch is carefully planned to ensure your finished Umbreon maintains the perfect proportions and authentic Pokémon appearance.

Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Working in continuous rounds, this pattern builds the body and head with strategic shaping to create Umbreon's unique silhouette. The color changes between black and yellow create those iconic markings that make this Eeveelution instantly recognizable.

Why You'll Love This Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love how this pattern captures Umbreon's sleek and mysterious personality in such a huggable form! The way the yellow rings pop against the black body creates that perfect contrast that makes Umbreon so visually striking. What I find most satisfying is how the strategic increases and decreases shape the body naturally, and those pointed ears really bring the character to life. The felt details for the eyes and markings add such professional finishing touches that make the final result look store-bought quality.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how versatile this Umbreon pattern can be with just a few creative tweaks! You could easily transform this into other Eeveelutions by changing the color scheme - imagine a fiery Flareon with red and orange yarns, or a mystical Espeon in purple and pink. I've experimented with adding small LED lights inside the yellow ring areas for a magical glowing effect that really brings Umbreon's moonlight theme to life.

For a more realistic approach, I sometimes use a slightly longer pile yarn for the main body to give that soft, velvety texture that Umbreon has in the games. You could also scale the pattern up or down by changing hook sizes - I've made tiny keychain versions with a smaller hook and sport weight yarn that turn out absolutely adorable.

I've found that adding small wire armatures to the legs (safely secured and covered) allows for more dynamic posing, letting your Umbreon sit, lie down, or even appear to be prowling. The pattern also works beautifully as a pillow if you scale it up significantly and stuff it extra firmly - perfect for a child's bedroom or any Pokémon fan's collection!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to stuff body sections before closing rounds completely - stuff as you go for better shaping ✗ Making yellow ring markings too large or small - measure and pin before cutting felt pieces ✗ Not positioning ears correctly - they should point upward and slightly outward for authentic look ✗ Overstuffing legs making them too rigid - moderate stuffing allows better positioning and natural pose

Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern

Create your very own adorable Umbreon plushie with this detailed crochet pattern! This dark-type Pokémon comes to life with its signature black body and bright yellow rings. Perfect for Pokémon fans and crochet enthusiasts alike, this pattern will guide you through creating a cuddly companion that captures Umbreon's mysterious charm. The finished plushie features distinctive yellow markings, pointed ears, and expressive felt eyes that bring personality to this beloved Eeveelution.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Umbreon Plushie Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted Weight yarn in black and yellow colors
  • 02
    Yellow, red, white and black felt scraps for details

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Size G crochet hook
  • 02
    Fiberfill stuffing
  • 03
    Yarn needle
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Pins for positioning
  • 06
    Felt scraps (yellow, red, white, black)

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— BODY:

Round 1:

6 sc in magic ring (6)

Round 2:

2 sc in each sc around (12)

Round 3:

sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc around (18)

Round 4:

sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (24)

Round 5:

sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (30)

Round 6:

sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (36)

Round 7-12:

sc in each sc around (36)

Round 13:

sc in next 10 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (33)

Round 14-15:

sc in each sc around (33)

Round 16:

sc in next 9 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (30)

Round 17-20:

sc in each sc around (30)

Info:

This is a fairly good place to begin stuffing and shaping if you haven't already. Stuff fairly firmly while also shaping the body. Continue stuffing and shaping as you progress.

Round 21:

sc in next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (33)

Round 22:

sc in next 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (36)

Round 23-25:

sc in each sc around (36)

Round 26:

sc in next 4 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (30)

Round 27:

sc in next 3 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (24)

Round 28:

sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (18)

Round 29:

sc in next sc, dec over next 2 sc around (12)

Round 30:

dec over next 2 sc around (6)

Info:

F/O. Add any stuffing needed to finish the shaping and weave the tail thread through the final round, pull gently to close up the small opening. Secure and weave in the tail yarn.

— HEAD/NECK:

Round 1:

8 sc in magic ring (8)

Round 2:

2 sc in each sc around (16)

Round 3:

sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc around (24)

Round 4:

sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (32)

Round 5-6:

sc in each sc around (32)

Round 7:

sc in next 16 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in remaining 15 sc (33)

Round 8:

sc in each sc around (33)

Round 9:

sc in next 16 sc, 3 sc in next sc, sc in next 16 sc (35)

Round 10:

sc in next 17 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 17 sc (36)

Round 11:

sc in next 14 sc, * dec over next 2 sc *, repeat * * 3 more times, sc in remaining 14 sc (32)

Round 12:

sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (24)

Round 13:

repeat rnd 12 (18)

Round 14:

sc in next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc (20)

Round 15:

sc in next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc (22)

Round 16:

sc in next 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc (24)

Info:

Stuff head firmly while shaping, pay particular attention to the 'nose' area. The head should be pinned to the upper portion of the body (roughly rnds 24-30) with nose area facing forward.

— FRONT LEGS:

Round 1:

6 sc in magic ring (6)

Round 2:

sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc (8)

Round 3:

sc in each sc around (8)

Round 4:

dec over next 2 sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in each of next 2 sc, sc in next sc, dec over last 2 sc (8)

Round 5:

repeat Rnd 4 (8)

Info:

Begin stuffing at this point, foot and leg should be stuffed moderately firm, without overstuffing. Continue stuffing as you progress.

Round 6-8:

sc in each sc around (8)

Round 9:

sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in last sc (10)

Round 10:

sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in last sc (12)

Row 11-12:

sc in each sc around (12)

Info:

Do not fasten off at this point, continue with shoulder and either right or left leg instructions

— Begin Shoulder - Right leg:

Row 13:

sc in next 6 sc, leave remaining sc unworked, ch 1 and turn (6)

Row 14:

sc in each sc across, ch 1 and turn (6)

Row 15:

sc in next 4 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch 1 and turn (5)

Row 16:

sc in next 3 sc, dec over last 2 sc (4)

Info:

F/O.

— Left Leg:

Info:

Turn work so that the 'inside' of the leg (wrong side of work) is facing you. Complete rows 13 through 16 as described for right leg. F/O.

— BACK LEGS:

Round 1-5:

Same as for front leg

Round 6-7:

sc in each sc around (8)

Info:

Begin stuffing at this point, foot and leg should be stuffed moderately firm, without overstuffing. Continue stuffing as you progress.

Round 8:

sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc around (12)

Round 9:

sc in each sc around (12)

Round 10:

Repeat rnd 8 (18)

Round 11-12:

sc in each sc around (18)

Info:

Do not fast off, continue with 'cape/shoulder' for either right or left leg

— Right Leg:

Row 1:

Sc 9, leave remaining sc unworked, ch1 and turn (9)

Row 2:

sc in next 7 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch1 and turn (8)

Row 3:

sc in next 6 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch1 and turn (7)

Row 4:

sc in next 5 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch1 and turn(6)

Row 5:

sc in next 4 sc, dec over last 2 sc, ch1 and turn (5)

Row 6:

sc in next 3 sc, dec over last 2 sc, (4)

Info:

F/O.

— Left Leg:

Info:

Turn work so that inside of leg (wrong side of work) is facing you. Continue with shoulder as described for Right Leg.

— EARS (make 2):

Info:

Begin with black

Round 1:

3 sc in magic ring (3)

Round 2:

sc in first 2 sc, 2 sc in last sc (4)

Round 3:

sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc (6)

Round 4:

sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc around (9)

Round 5:

sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (12)

Round 6:

sc in each sc around, change to yellow yarn in last sc of round, drop black to back of work but do not fasten off

Round 7-9:

sc in each sc around, change back to black yarn in last sc of round 9, cut yellow leaving a tail of several inches (12)

Info:

Begin stuffing at this point, ears should be stuffed fairly firmly. Continue to stuff as you progress.

Round 10-12:

sc in each sc around (12)

Round 13:

sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (9)

Round 14:

sc in next sc, dec over next 2 sc around (6)

Info:

F/O. Add any stuffing needed to finished out the shape of the ear.

— Tail:

Info:

Begin with black

Round 1:

3 sc in magic ring (3)

Round 2:

sc in first 2 sc, 2 sc in last sc (4)

Round 3:

sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc (6)

Round 4:

sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc around (9)

Round 5:

sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (12)

Round 6:

sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc around (15)

Round 7-8:

sc in each sc around, change to yellow yarn in last sc of round (15)

Info:

Begin stuffing at this point, tail should be stuffed fairly firmly. Continue to stuff as you progress.

Round 9-11:

sc in each sc around, change to black in last sc of round 11, f/o yellow yarn (15)

Round 12-14:

sc in each sc around (15)

Round 15:

sc in next 3 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (12)

Round 16:

sc in each sc around (12)

Round 17:

sc in next 2 sc, dec over next 2 sc around (9)

Round 18:

sc in each sc around (9)

Round 19:

sc in next sc, dec over next 2 sc around (6)

Round 20:

sc in each sc around (6)

Info:

F/O. Add any stuffing needed to finalize the shaping and weave in tail.

Assembly Instructions

  • Pin all parts together before sewing to ensure proper positioning and proportions
  • Sew head to body with neck positioned to create natural curve, ensuring adequate neck stuffing
  • Cut 5 yellow felt oval rings and position one between ears on head, four on leg shoulders
  • Add small amount of stuffing under each leg shoulder before sewing to body for smooth transitions
  • Attach ears pointing upward and slightly outward for authentic Umbreon appearance
  • Sew tail to back body area ensuring proper curve and positioning
  • Cut and attach felt eye pieces using red, black and white felt scraps as shown in pattern

Important Notes

  • 💡Use continuous rounds throughout construction for smooth, seamless appearance
  • 💡Stuff moderately firm for legs to allow natural positioning and flexibility
  • 💡Change colors carefully between black and yellow sections, securing loose ends properly
  • 💡Pin yellow felt markings before cutting to ensure proper sizing and placement
  • 💡Take time with head positioning as it determines the final character expression

This enchanting Umbreon plushie pattern captures the mysterious elegance of this beloved dark-type Pokémon in soft, huggable form. With its distinctive yellow rings contrasting beautifully against the deep black body, your finished creation will be a perfect companion for any Pokémon fan. The detailed instructions ensure every element from the pointed ears to the graceful tail comes together perfectly. 🧶 Happy crocheting! 🧵✨

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FAQs

What yarn weight works best for this Umbreon pattern?

Worsted Weight (WW) yarn is specified in the pattern and works perfectly for achieving the right size and structure. This weight provides good stitch definition and creates a sturdy finished piece.

How do I create clean color changes between black and yellow sections?

Change colors in the last stitch of the previous round by pulling the new color through the final two loops. Carry the yarn along the back of work when specified, and secure loose ends by crocheting over them for several stitches.

Can I make the yellow rings with yarn instead of felt?

While the pattern specifies felt for crisp, clean rings, you could embroider the rings with yellow yarn using surface crochet or chain stitches. However, felt provides the most authentic look and clean edges.

How firm should I stuff each body part?

Stuff the head and body fairly firmly for good shape retention, but stuff legs moderately to allow for natural positioning. The ears and tail should be stuffed firmly to maintain their pointed shapes.

What's the finished size of this Umbreon plushie?

Using worsted weight yarn and a size G hook, the finished Umbreon will be approximately 8-10 inches long and 6-7 inches tall, making it a perfect huggable size for display or play.