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17 Adorable Crochet Tiger Patterns
If you’re in the mood to crochet something fun, this collection has you covered. Here are 17 free amigurumi crochet tiger patterns to choose from, with a mix of simple designs and more detailed projects.
Free Written Patterns
Chubby Tiger in Overalls by Marina Chuchkalova
This cute mini tiger amigurumi pattern requires minimal sewing. It is rated easy since the arms and legs are worked in as you go, and the black stripes are embroidered.
YARN REQUIRED: #2 / Fine / Sport weight yarn, e.g., Cotton Gold from Alize, in Orange, White, and Black. You’ll also need contrasting colours for the adorable little overalls.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 6 mm safety eyes, two tiny buttons, key fob hardware, scissors, and a yarn needle.
Mother and Baby Crochet Tiger Pattern by Halime Özel
Taiko Tiger & Baby Lumi is a free PDF pattern with lots of easy-to-follow step-by-step photos. Takio the tiger is about 9″ (23 cm) tall when standing and 7″ (18 cm) sitting. Baby Lumi is 4⅓” (11 cm) sitting.
YARN REQUIRED: #3 light/DK weight yarn, e.g., Scheepjes Softfun in Mustard, Black, and Creme. You will also need a small amount of fluffy faux-fur style yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.50 mm and 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: 10 mm and 7 mm safety eyes, stuffing material, four security joints, stitch markers, scissors, and an embroidery needle.
Small Crochet Tiger Pattern from A Little Love Everyday
This is a simple pattern with some pictures included to help with placing the forehead stripes. The finished toy is around 4⅓” (11 cm) high when made in the listed materials.
YARN REQUIRED: #2 sport weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Fiberfill stuffing, 8 mm safety eyes, a tapestry needle, a sewing needle, and black embroidery thread.
Chinese New Year Tiger Pattern from All About Ami
This detailed crochet tiger pattern includes lots of helpful process photos. The little tiger sits at about 5″ (13 cm) tall when made in the materials listed below.
YARN REQUIRED: #3 light/DK weight yarn, e.g., Coboo from Lion Brand. You’ll need approximately 48 g of Peach coloured yarn, 14 g of Taupe, 9 g of White, and 1 g of Pink. You’ll also need a small amount (5 yds) of #6 super bulky weight fluffy white yarn for the head, e.g., Go For Faux.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.75 mm (C-2) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 7.5 mm safety eyes, stitch markers, fiberfill stuffing material, and beige/tan embroidery thread for the mouth.
Thomas the Tiger from Jess Huff
This adorable free tiger amigurumi stands around 13.5 inches (34 cm) tall, making it perfectly huggable! It’s a great step-by-step pattern for intermediate crocheters.
YARN REQUIRED: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn in cream, orange, and brown.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS:15 mm safety eyes, a yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers, and fiberfill stuffing.
Crochet Tiger Toy by Dong Lai
This cute tiger pattern is suited for experienced crocheters – it is not difficult, but rather basic, requiring assumed knowledge. The free PDF is available to download via Ravelry.
YARN REQUIRED: #2 sport weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.50 mm crochet hook.
Timoe the Tiger from Craft Passion
Timoe stands 12½” (32 cm) tall when made in the materials suggested. This free pattern is rated intermediate due to the colourwork, but apart from that, it is a relatively easy amigurumi and includes lots of photos for guidance.
YARN REQUIRED: #3 light/DK weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.50 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 10 mm safety eyes, an 18 mm safety nose, fiberfill stuffing, and a long tapestry needle. If you would like the tail to be posable, you will need florist’s wire or a chenille pipe cleaner.
Mini Tiger Amigurumi Pattern from Scandistyle Dolls
This adorable mini tiger would make a great keychain. The finished toy is about 3″ (8 cm) high. This is a basic pattern suitable for crocheters with some experience in making amigurumi.
YARN REQUIRED: #1 sock/fingering weight yarn in orange and black. And #0 thread/lace weight yarn in black and white.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 1.75 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 3-4 mm safety eyes, scissors, a sewing needle, and fiberfill stuffing.
Mini White Tiger Amigurumi Pattern by Ami Fan
This tiny crochet tiger stands about 2″ (6 cm) tall! The pattern is a free PDF download in both Dutch and English.
YARN REQUIRED: #1 sock/fingering weight yarn
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 1.25 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 6 mm safety eyes, fiberfill stuffing, a stitch marker, and a sewing needle.
Free Patterns with Video Tutorials
Free Amigurumi Tiger Pattern from Little Crochet Farm
This adorable, chubby tiger amigurumi pattern includes a free written pattern supported by a two-part video tutorial that guides you through the whole pattern step-by-step. The finished toy measures about 3″ (8 cm) tall.
YARN REQUIRED: #3 light/DK weight yarn in orange, dark brown, and white.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Black embroidery thread, stuffing material, scissors, and a sewing needle.
Realistic Tiger Amigurumi Pattern from Stella’s Yarn Universe
This free written pattern and video tutorial is rated intermediate. The stripes on the toy tiger are embroidered, and the finished toy is about 2″ (5 cm) tall and 3″ (7.5 cm) long.
YARN REQUIRED: #1 sock/fingering weight cotton yarn, e.g., Scheepjes Catona.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE:
NOTIONS: 5 mm safety eyes, a stitch marker, sewing pins, a yarn needle, a large-eyed sewing needle, scissors, and fiberfill stuffing.
Free Tiger Toy Pattern & Tutorial by Susan’s Family
This free PDF crochet pattern is for intermediate to advanced crocheters. There is also a video tutorial to supplement the pattern.
YARN REQUIRED: #3 light/DK weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.50 mm crochet hook.
Crochet Tiger Stuffie Pattern from Little Crochet Farm
This cute tiger is part of the designer’s safari animal collection. There is a free written pattern and a full video tutorial. The tiger measures approximately 7″ (18 cm) tall.
YARN REQUIRED: #2 sport weight cotton yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Black embroidery thread, stuffing material, scissors, and a sewing needle.
Amigurumi Tiger in Sweater by Ami Saigon
Follow this four-part video tutorial to create a cute toy tiger wearing a sweater. It is a visual-only tutorial with no voiceover, but there are written instructions provided via captions.
YARN REQUIRED: #3 light/DK weight cotton yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm crochet hook.
Free Crochet Tiger Pattern from Cuddly Stitches
This tiger pattern is perfect for those who want to minimise sewing. It’s an intermediate-level pattern with detailed instructions, including video tutorials. The finished size of the toy is approximately 9″ (23 cm) seated or 12½” (31.5 cm from top to toe.
YARN REQUIRED: #2 sport weight cotton yarn, e.g., YarnArt Jeans. You’ll need two 50 g balls of orange yarn, one black, and one white.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.50 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Black embrodiery thread, 12 mm safety eyes, a stitch marker, a yarn needle, and stuffing material.
Tiger Amigurumi Tutorial by Odinka Wisanindhi
This is a detailed, three-part video tutorial you can follow along with step-by-step instructions to learn how to make this cute crochet tiger toy.
YARN REQUIRED: #1 sock/fingering weight or #2 sport weight cotton yarn in orange, black, white, and pink.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.25 mm (B-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 8 mm safety eyes, fiberfill stuffing, pins, and a tapestry needle.
Fluffy Tiger Toy Tutorial by Odinka Wisanindhi
Follow along with this full video tutorial to make this sweet, cuddly tiger toy.
YARN REQUIRED: #3 light/DK weight chenille-style yarn in orange, black, and white. You will also need a small amount of #2 / Fine / Sport weight yarn in pink for the nose.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 12 mm safety eyes, stitch markers, scissors, stuffing material, pins, a large tapestry needle, and a regular tapestry needle.
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