The Best Free Crochet Squirrel Patterns
Create Your Own Furry Friend

Sirius the Squirrel from les.mailles.du.rocher

This adorable squirrel amigurumi pattern also includes instructions for the acorn. There are also two short video tutorials to help you through.

YARN REQUIRED: #2 / Fine / Sport weight yarn, e.g., DROPS Alpaca from Garnstudio.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a yarn needle, fiberfill stuffing, 8 mm safety eyes, and scissors.

Ace the Tiny Squirrel from Amigurumi To Go

This free crochet squirrel pattern includes a complete video tutorial.

YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Comfort from Red Heart.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.75 mm (F-5) and 4.50 mm (7) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: a yarn needle, scissors, polyester stuffing, yarn for the eyes and mouth, and a steel pet brush for brushing out the tail.

Amigurumi Squirrel from Stella’s Yarn Universe

This adorable little guy is a free written pattern and video tutorial from Stella’s Yarn Universe.

YARN REQUIRED: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight cotton, e.g., Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK, in Slate Grey and Champagne White and Rico Creative Ricorumi in Caramel.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 4 mm safety eyes, polyester fiberfill, a darning needle, black or brown embroidery floss, a sewing needle, stitch marker, pins, and scissors.

Little Cube Squirrel Amigurumi Pattern from Crafty Bun Bun

This simple cube-syle amigurumi pattern is for three different-sized squirrels. Each size requires a different weight of yarn and a different-sized hook.

Squirrel from Odinka Wisanindhi

This detailed, three-part video tutorial will teach you how to make this adorable amigurumi squirrel step-by-step.

YARN REQUIRED: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight cotton in Mocca, Dark Brown, Light Brown, and Ivory.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.25 mm (B-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 8 mm safety eyes, fiberfill stuffing, pins, a tapestry needle, and glue.

Baby Squirrel in Acorn from Sweet Softies

This tiny baby squirrel has his own little acorn to hide in. He is quick to make and stands at about 2½” tall (6 cm).

YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn in Light Brown and Dark Brown.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.75 mm (C-2) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: 6 mm safety eyes, stuffing material, a yarn needle, and scissors.

Baby Squirrel from Elisa’s Crochet

Baby Squirrel is a free crochet squirrel pattern; the completed amigurumi measures approximately 5½” high (14 cm).

YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton in Beige, Brown, Orange, and Black.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: polyester fiberfill, 9 mm safety eyes, scissors, and a yarn needle.

Squirrel Amigurumi from Stringy Ding Ding

This free crochet squirrel pattern includes instructions for the cute little acorn.

YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn in Light Brown and Dark Brown.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a tapestry needle, scissors, stuffing material, 8 mm safety eyes, and a metal pet brush for brushing out the tail (optional).

Rag Doll Squirrel from A Stitch Whimsy

Rag Doll Squirrel is a free, flat-style amigurumi squirrel with minimal seaming. The squirrels measure about 8½” tall (21.5 cm).

YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight cotton, e.g., I Love This Cotton!, from Hobby Lobby. For the scarf, you’ll also need a contrasting #3/DK weight yarn, e.g., Classic Wool DK Superwash from Patons.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, stuffing material, embroidery floss, an embroidery needle, and a small piece of felt for the acorn.

Cute Squirrel from Hi Sheep

This is a simple pattern for a cute crochet squirrel measuring approximately 5″/13 cm when completed. The fluffy tail is created by making an oval-shaped pompom.

YARN REQUIRED: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 2.50 mm and 3 mm crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: 12 mm safety eyes, a small piece of cardboard, scissors, and a yarn needle.