Craft Your Own Speedy Amigurumi Bandicoot!

Dive into the world of amigurumi with this vibrant pattern to create a beloved speedy bandicoot character. This finished project captures the iconic look with its spiky hair, cheerful expression, and signature blue shorts. Perfect for fans of classic gaming, this little guy is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face and makes a fantastic collectible or gift for all ages.

Bringing Nostalgia to Life, One Stitch at a Time

This crochet pattern offers more than just a toy; it’s an opportunity to recreate a piece of gaming history with your own hands. The detailed instructions guide you through crafting a character that resonates with fun and adventure. Imagine the joy of seeing this familiar face come to life, ready for new adventures in your home or as a cherished handmade gift.

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Crochet Pattern: Craft Your Own Speedy Amigurumi Bandicoot!

Materials

Sport weight yarn in Orange
Sport weight yarn in Light Beige
Sport weight yarn in Dark Brown
Sport weight yarn in Blue
Sport weight yarn in White
Sport weight yarn in Black
Small amount of Sport weight yarn in Light Pink (for blush)
3.0mm crochet hook
9mm safety eyes (2)
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Tapestry 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)
st(s): stitch(es)
rnd: round
FO: Fasten off

Instructions

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)

Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
Rnd 7-12: sc around (36)
Rnd 13: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
Rnd 14: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Insert safety eyes between Rnd 10 and 11, about 8 sts apart. Start stuffing firmly.
Rnd 15: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 16: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 17: 6 dec (6)
FO, weave in tail and close hole.

Muzzle (Light Beige yarn)

Rnd 1: Ch 5. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, 2 sc, 3 sc in last ch. Continue on other side of chain: 3 sc, 2 sc in last st (10)
Rnd 2: inc, 2 sc, 3 inc, 2 sc, 2 inc (16)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 2, 2 sc, (1 sc, inc) x 3, 2 sc, (1 sc, inc) x 2 (23)
Rnd 4: sc around (23)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly and sew to the face below the eyes.

Nose (Black yarn)

Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (9)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly and sew onto the center of the muzzle.

Ears (Make 2, Orange yarn)

Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3-4: sc around (12)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Flatten the ear and sew to the top sides of the head.

Hair Tuft (Make 3, Orange yarn)

Rnd 1: MR, 4 sc (4)
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) x 2 (6)
Rnd 3-4: sc around (6)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Sew these tufts to the top of the head in a row.

Body (Orange and Light Beige yarn)

With Orange yarn:
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
Rnd 6-10: sc around (30)
Change to Light Beige yarn:
Rnd 11-13: sc around (30)
Rnd 14: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Start stuffing firmly.
Rnd 15: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Continue stuffing and sew body to head.

Arms (Make 2, Orange and Dark Brown yarn)

With Orange yarn:
Rnd 1: MR, 5 sc (5)
Rnd 2: 5 inc (10)
Rnd 3-8: sc around (10)
Change to Dark Brown yarn:
Rnd 9-10: sc around (10)
Rnd 11: (3 sc, dec) x 2 (8)
Stuff lightly. FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Sew arms to the sides of the body, just below the neck.

Legs (Make 2, Orange and Dark Brown yarn)

With Orange yarn:
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3-6: sc around (12)
Change to Dark Brown yarn:
Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 4 (8)
Rnd 8: sc around (8)
Stuff firmly. FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Sew legs to the bottom of the body.

Shorts (Blue yarn)

Make two separate leg pieces first, then join them.

Leg 1: Ch 11, join with sl st to form a ring.
Rnd 1-3: sc around (10)
FO.
Leg 2: Ch 11, join with sl st to form a ring.
Rnd 1-3: sc around (10)
Do NOT FO. Continue to join.
Joining Rnd: From Leg 2, ch 1, sc into any st of Leg 1, sc around Leg 1 (10 sc), sc into the ch 1 st, sc around Leg 2 (10 sc), sc into the other side of the ch 1 st. (22) (Adjust to make sure it’s 20 sts plus 2 sts from chain=22, or simply sc around both leg openings and connect with 1 sc between the legs if that gives 20 total sts)
Rnd 4-6: sc around (20) (Adjust stitch count to ensure it fits the body)
Rnd 7: (8 sc, dec) x 2 (18)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Place the shorts onto the body and sew neatly around the waist.

Finishing Details

Eyebrows: Using Dark Brown yarn and a tapestry needle, embroider two arched eyebrows above the safety eyes as pictured.
Blush: Using Light Pink yarn or pink pastel chalk, lightly add blush to the cheeks below the eyes.
Mouth: Using Black yarn, embroider a small, curved smile below the muzzle.
Weave in all remaining ends.