Crochet Your Own Festive Fungi: A Christmas Mario Amigurumi Pattern

Get ready to power up your holiday decor with this charming Christmas Mario Amigurumi! Perfect for fans of the iconic plumber, this festive figurine brings a playful touch to your celebrations. With his classic red Santa hat, striped scarf, and snowflake sweater, he’s ready to spread cheer. This pattern is designed for intermediate crocheters, offering a delightful challenge and a rewarding finished project that makes a wonderful gift or a cute addition to your own collection.

Craft a Heartwarming Holiday Gift with This Mario-Inspired Amigurumi

There’s nothing quite like the joy of giving a handmade gift, and this Christmas Mario amigurumi is sure to bring smiles to faces young and old. It’s not just a toy; it’s a testament to your creativity and care. Imagine the delight as this festive friend takes pride of place on a shelf, under the tree, or as a unique stocking stuffer. Bring a touch of nostalgic magic and holiday spirit into your home with this special creation.

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Crochet Pattern: Crochet Your Own Festive Fungi: A Christmas Mario Amigurumi Pattern

Materials

Worsted weight yarn in Light Peach/Skin Tone (for head, hands, ears)
Worsted weight yarn in Red (for hat, scarf)
Worsted weight yarn in White (for hat brim, snowflake, pom-pom)
Worsted weight yarn in Green (for sweater, scarf, sleeves)
Worsted weight yarn in Blue (for overalls, legs)
Worsted weight yarn in Black (for moustache)
2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook (or size suitable for amigurumi)
6mm safety eyes
Black embroidery floss (for eyebrows)
Pink embroidery floss (for blush, optional)
Polyester fiberfill
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Scissors

Abbreviations

MR: Magic Ring
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: decrease (sc two stitches together)
sl st: slip stitch
FO: Fasten off
Rnd: Round
st(s): stitch(es)
BLO: Back Loop Only

Instructions

Head (Light Peach)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) * 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) * 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) * 6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) * 6 (36)
Rnd 7-12: 36 sc (6 rounds)
Rnd 13: (4 sc, dec) * 6 (30)
Insert safety eyes between Rnd 10 and 11, approximately 6-7 stitches apart.
Rnd 14: (3 sc, dec) * 6 (24)
Stuff firmly.
Rnd 15: (2 sc, dec) * 6 (18)
Rnd 16: (sc, dec) * 6 (12)
Rnd 17: 6 dec (6)
FO, weave in tail.

Ears (Make 2, Light Peach)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)
FO, leave long tail for sewing. Flatten the circle into a semi-circle.

Moustache (Black)

Ch 7. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 5 ch (6 sc). Ch 1, turn. Sc across (6 sc).
FO, leave tail for sewing.

Santa Hat (Red & White)

With Red Yarn:
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) * 3 (9)
Rnd 3: 9 sc (9)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) * 3 (12)
Rnd 5: 12 sc (12)
Rnd 6: (3 sc, inc) * 3 (15)
Rnd 7: 15 sc (15)
Rnd 8: (4 sc, inc) * 3 (18)
Rnd 9: 18 sc (18)
Rnd 10: (5 sc, inc) * 3 (21)
Rnd 11: 21 sc (21)
Rnd 12: (6 sc, inc) * 3 (24)
Rnd 13: 24 sc (24)
Change to White Yarn:
Rnd 14: 24 sc in BLO (24)
Rnd 15: 24 sc (24)
FO, leave tail for sewing. Make a small white pom-pom and attach it to the tip of the hat.

Legs (Make 2, Blue)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3-7: 12 sc (5 rounds)
For the first leg, FO. For the second leg, DO NOT FO.

Body (Green & Blue)

Continue from second leg with Blue Yarn: Ch 2, join to first leg with sc.
Rnd 8: 12 sc around first leg, 2 sc in chain, 12 sc around second leg, 2 sc in other side of chain (28)
Rnd 9-11: 28 sc (3 rounds)
Change to Green Yarn:
Rnd 12: 28 sc (28)
Rnd 13: (5 sc, dec) * 4 (24)
Rnd 14-15: 24 sc (2 rounds)
Rnd 16: (4 sc, dec) * 4 (20)
Rnd 17-18: 20 sc (2 rounds)
Rnd 19: (3 sc, dec) * 4 (16)
Rnd 20: 16 sc (16)
Stuff body firmly. FO, leave tail for sewing to head.

Arms (Make 2)

With Light Peach Yarn:
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) * 3 (9)
Rnd 3-4: 9 sc (2 rounds)
Change to Green Yarn:
Rnd 5-10: 9 sc (6 rounds)
Stuff lightly. FO, leave tail for sewing.

Overalls Straps (Make 2, Blue)

Ch 15. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 13 ch (14 sc).
FO, leave tail for sewing.

Scarf (Red & Green)

With Red Yarn: Ch 35.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (34 sc). Ch 1, turn.
Change to Green Yarn:
Row 2: 34 sc. Ch 1, turn.
Change to Red Yarn:
Row 3: 34 sc. Ch 1, turn.
Change to Green Yarn:
Row 4: 34 sc. Ch 1, turn.
Change to Red Yarn:
Row 5: 34 sc.
FO, weave in all ends.

Assembly & Details

Sew the head securely to the top of the body.
Sew the arms to the sides of the body, just below the neck.
Sew the flattened ears to the sides of the head, aligning with the eyes.
Embroider the black moustache onto the face, just below the nose.
Embroider small black eyebrows above the safety eyes.
If desired, use pink embroidery floss to add small blush marks under the eyes.
Embroider a white snowflake design onto the front of the green sweater.
Wrap the scarf around the figure’s neck and tie it or secure it with a stitch.
Attach the overalls straps from the front of the blue overalls to the back, ensuring they are evenly spaced.