Bounce into Fun: Adorable Tigger Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Bring the Hundred Acre Wood to life with this delightful Tigger amigurumi pattern! Known for his boundless energy and joyful bounces, Tigger is a beloved character perfect for crocheting. This detailed guide will help you create your very own bouncy buddy, complete with his iconic stripes and cheerful grin, ready for endless cuddles and adventures.

Why Every Home Needs a Bouncy Tigger Friend

Crocheting your own Tigger isn’t just about making a toy; it’s about creating a tangible piece of joy and nostalgia. This amigurumi project offers a wonderful way to express your creativity, resulting in a unique handmade gift or a cherished keepsake for yourself. Imagine the smiles this Tigger will bring, reminding everyone to embrace life with enthusiasm and a good bounce!

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Crochet Pattern: Bounce into Fun: Adorable Tigger Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Materials

Worsted weight yarn in Orange (Main Color)
Worsted weight yarn in Cream/Light Beige (Belly/Snout Color)
Worsted weight yarn in Black (Stripe Color)
Worsted weight yarn in Dark Brown (Nose Color)
2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook
9mm safety eyes
Fiberfill stuffing
Yarn needle
Stitch markers
Scissors

Abbreviations

MR: Magic Ring
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
sl st: slip stitch
FO: Fasten off
(X): Number of stitches in that round
[ ] x Y: Repeat instructions in brackets Y times

Instructions

Important Note: This pattern is worked in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of each round.

HEAD (Orange Yarn)

R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: [inc] x 6 (12)
R3: [sc, inc] x 6 (18)
R4: [2 sc, inc] x 6 (24)
R5: [3 sc, inc] x 6 (30)
R6: [4 sc, inc] x 6 (36)
R7-12: sc around (36)
Insert safety eyes between R9 and R10, about 6-7 stitches apart.
R13: [4 sc, dec] x 6 (30)
R14: [3 sc, dec] x 6 (24)
Stuff head firmly.
R15: [2 sc, dec] x 6 (18)
R16: [sc, dec] x 6 (12)
R17: [dec] x 6 (6)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.

SNOUT (Cream Yarn)

R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: [inc] x 6 (12)
R3: [sc, inc] x 6 (18)
R4: sc around (18)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff and flatten slightly.

EARS (Make 2 – Orange and Cream Yarn)

Inner Ear (Cream):

R1: 4 sc in MR (4)
R2: [sc, inc] x 2 (6)
FO.

Outer Ear (Orange):

R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: [inc] x 6 (12)
R3: sc around (12)
Do not FO. Place inner ear on outer ear and sc through both stitches to join across the bottom edge.
Flatten and pinch the base to sew. FO, leave a long tail for sewing.

BODY (Orange Yarn, then Cream, then Orange)

R1 (Orange): 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: [inc] x 6 (12)
R3: [sc, inc] x 6 (18)
R4: [2 sc, inc] x 6 (24)
R5: [3 sc, inc] x 6 (30)
R6-8 (Orange): sc around (30)
R9-12 (Cream): sc around (30) (for the belly section)
R13-14 (Orange): sc around (30)
R15: [3 sc, dec] x 6 (24)
R16: sc around (24)
Stuff body firmly.
R17: [2 sc, dec] x 6 (18)
R18: [sc, dec] x 6 (12)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.

ARMS (Make 2 – Orange Yarn)

R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: [sc, inc] x 3 (9)
R3-10: sc around (9)
Stuff lightly. Pinch the opening flat and sc across to close (4 sc).
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.

LEGS (Make 2 – Orange Yarn)

R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: [inc] x 6 (12)
R3: [sc, inc] x 6 (18)
R4-6: sc around (18)
R7: [sc, dec] x 6 (12)
R8-12: sc around (12)
Stuff firmly. Pinch the opening flat and sc across to close (6 sc).
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.

TAIL (Orange Yarn with Black Stripes)

R1 (Orange): 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: sc around (6)
R3: [sc, inc] x 3 (9)
R4-5: sc around (9)
R6: [2 sc, inc] x 3 (12)
R7-8: sc around (12)
R9: [3 sc, inc] x 3 (15)
R10-12: sc around (15)
Stuff lightly.
For stripes: Embroider or surface crochet black stripes on rounds 2, 5, 8, and 11.
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.

ASSEMBLY

Sew the head to the top of the body.
Sew the snout onto the front of the head, centered below the eyes.
Using Dark Brown yarn, embroider Tigger’s nose onto the snout.
Using Black yarn, embroider Tigger’s iconic smile below the nose.
Sew the ears to the top sides of the head.
Sew the arms to the sides of the body, just below the neck seam.
Sew the legs to the bottom of the body.
Sew the tail to the back of the body, shaping it with a slight curve if desired.
Using Black yarn, embroider the signature tiger stripes on the head (above eyes), body (back and sides), and legs as seen in the reference image.