Donkey Kong Inspired Amigurumi Pal

Bring a beloved video game icon to life with this adorable crochet monkey amigurumi pattern! This charming little primate features a rich brown body, a delightful beige muzzle, and a signature red tie with the iconic ‘DK’ logo. Perfectly sized to fit in your palm, this project creates a lovable companion that’s sure to delight fans of all ages.

Crafting Your Own Video Game Legend

There’s something uniquely satisfying about creating a cherished character with your own hands. This pattern allows you to capture the spirit of a classic video game hero, transforming yarn into a tactile, huggable friend. Whether for a gaming enthusiast, a child’s toy, or a nostalgic display piece, this amigurumi brings a touch of playful charm to any collection.

Pattern Here

Crochet Pattern: Donkey Kong Inspired Amigurumi Pal

Materials

Sport/DK weight yarn in Dark Brown
Sport/DK weight yarn in Light Beige
Sport/DK weight yarn in Red
Sport/DK weight yarn in Yellow
2.5mm crochet hook
6mm black safety eyes (2)
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Scissors

Abbreviations

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

Instructions

Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch of each round.

Head (Dark Brown)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a MR. (6)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: (Sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
Rnd 4: (Sc 2, inc) x 6. (24)
Rnd 5: (Sc 3, inc) x 6. (30)
Rnd 6: (Sc 4, inc) x 6. (36)
Rnd 7-13: Sc in each st around (7 rounds). (36)
Insert 6mm safety eyes between Rnd 10 and 11, approximately 8-9 sts apart.
Rnd 14: (Sc 4, dec) x 6. (30)
Rnd 15: (Sc 3, dec) x 6. (24)
Start stuffing firmly, continuing as you close.
Rnd 16: (Sc 2, dec) x 6. (18)
Rnd 17: (Sc 1, dec) x 6. (12)
Rnd 18: Dec x 6. (6)
FO, weave in the remaining tail to close the opening.

Muzzle (Light Beige)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a MR. (6)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: (Sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
Rnd 4: Sc in each st around. (18)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Lightly stuff the muzzle and sew it to the face, centered below the eyes, slightly shaping it into an oval.
Using black yarn, embroider a small curved smile line below the muzzle.

Ears (Make 2)

Outer Ear (Dark Brown):

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a MR. (6)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: (Sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
FO, leaving a tail for sewing.

Inner Ear (Light Beige):

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a MR. (6)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12)
FO, leaving a tail for sewing.

Sew the beige inner ear circle onto the center of the dark brown outer ear circle. Fold the finished ear in half slightly and sew to the sides of the head, centered above the eyes.

Body (Dark Brown)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a MR. (6)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: (Sc 1, inc) x 6. (18)
Rnd 4: (Sc 2, inc) x 6. (24)
Rnd 5: (Sc 3, inc) x 6. (30)
Rnd 6-12: Sc in each st around (7 rounds). (30)
Rnd 13: (Sc 3, dec) x 6. (24)
Start stuffing firmly, continuing as you close.
Rnd 14: (Sc 2, dec) x 6. (18)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Arms (Make 2 – Dark Brown & Light Beige)

Using Dark Brown yarn:
Rnd 1: 6 sc in a MR. (6)
Rnd 2: (Sc 1, inc) x 3. (9)
Rnd 3-6: Sc in each st around (4 rounds). (9)
Change to Light Beige yarn:
Rnd 7-8: Sc in each st around (2 rounds). (9)
Rnd 9: (Sc 1, dec) x 3. (6)
Lightly stuff the arm. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Legs (Make 2 – Dark Brown & Light Beige)

Using Dark Brown yarn:
Rnd 1: 6 sc in a MR. (6)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: Sc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 4: (Sc 2, dec) x 3. (9)
Rnd 5-6: Sc in each st around (2 rounds). (9)
Change to Light Beige yarn:
Rnd 7-8: Sc in each st around (2 rounds). (9)
Rnd 9: (Sc 1, dec) x 3. (6)
Lightly stuff the leg. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Tie (Red & Yellow)

Tie Front (Red):

Ch 6.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 4 ch. (5)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (5)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 1, dec. (3)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (3)
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 1. (2)
Row 6: Ch 1, turn, dec. (1)
FO.

Neck Strap (Red):

Ch 15. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (14)
FO.

Using yellow yarn, embroider the letters