Fiery Friend Amigurumi: Crochet Your Own Charmander!

Ignite your crochet passion with this adorable Charmander amigurumi! This pattern guides you through creating a miniature version of the beloved fire-type Pokémon, complete with its iconic glowing tail flame. Perfect for fans and collectors alike, this little friend is sure to bring a spark of joy to any desk or shelf.

A Must-Have for Every Pokémon Trainer

Bringing a cherished character like Charmander to life with your own hands is an incredibly rewarding experience. This project isn’t just about crafting; it’s about connecting with a beloved franchise and creating a tangible piece of its magic. Whether for a gift or your own collection, this amigurumi captures the spirit of adventure and friendship.

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Crochet Pattern: Fiery Friend Amigurumi: Crochet Your Own Charmander!

Materials

Worsted weight yarn in: Orange (main body), Light Yellow (belly), Red (flame base), Bright Yellow (flame tip)
3.5mm crochet hook (E/4 hook)
6mm black safety eyes (with washers)
Black embroidery floss (for mouth)
Polyester fiberfill
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Optional: Small LED light for the tail flame, or glow-in-the-dark yellow yarn for added effect

Abbreviations

MR: Magic Ring
sc: Single Crochet
inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st: Slip Stitch
ch: Chain
FO: Fasten Off
st(s): Stitch(es)
rnd(s): Round(s)
BLO: Back Loop Only

Instructions

Head: (Orange Yarn)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: (inc) x6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
Rnd 7-12: sc in each st around (36) (6 rounds)
Rnd 13: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
Rnd 14: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Insert safety eyes between Rnd 10 and 11, about 6-7 sts apart. Start stuffing firmly.
Rnd 15: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Rnd 16: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
Finish stuffing.
Rnd 17: (dec) x6 (6)
FO, leave a long tail to close the hole and sew to body.

Body: (Orange Yarn)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: (inc) x6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Rnd 6-10: sc in each st around (30) (5 rounds)
Rnd 11: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Rnd 12: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Start stuffing.
Rnd 13: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Finish stuffing.

Belly Patch: (Light Yellow Yarn)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: (inc) x6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Rnd 5: sc in each st around (24)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff.

Arms (Make 2): (Orange Yarn)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2-5: sc in each st around (6) (4 rounds)
Sl st to first sc, FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff the end if desired.

Legs (Make 2): (Orange Yarn)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x3 (9)
Rnd 3-6: sc in each st around (9) (4 rounds)
Sl st to first sc, FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff.

Tail: (Orange Yarn)

Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR (5)
Rnd 2: (inc) x5 (10)
Rnd 3-4: sc in each st around (10) (2 rounds)
Rnd 5: (sc, inc) x5 (15)
Rnd 6-7: sc in each st around (15) (2 rounds)
Rnd 8: (2 sc, inc) x5 (20)
Rnd 9-10: sc in each st around (20) (2 rounds)
Start stuffing firmly.
Sl st to first sc, FO, leave a long tail for sewing.

Flame: (Red, Orange, Bright Yellow Yarn)

Part 1 (Red Yarn – Base):
- Ch 4.
- Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next, dc in last ch.
- FO, leave a long tail.
Part 2 (Orange Yarn – Middle):
- Ch 5.
- Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next 2, dc in last ch.
- FO, leave a long tail.
Part 3 (Bright Yellow Yarn – Tip):
- Ch 3.
- Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in last ch.
- FO, leave a long tail.

Assembly:

Head to Body: Sew the head to the body securely using the long tail from the head. Make sure it’s centered.
Belly Patch: Sew the light yellow belly patch onto the front of the body, centering it.
Arms: Sew the arms to the sides of the body, just below the neck.
Legs: Sew the legs to the bottom front of the body.
Tail: Sew the tail securely to the back of the body, ensuring it stands slightly upwards. Stuff as you sew if needed to maintain shape.
Flame: Layer the flame pieces. First, sew the orange flame piece onto the red piece, slightly overlapping. Then sew the bright yellow piece onto the orange piece. Position and sew the layered flame onto the tip of the tail. For the glowing effect, you can gently insert a small LED light into the bright yellow part of the flame (ensure it’s safe for children if applicable) or use glow-in-the-dark yellow yarn for the tip.
Facial Features: Using black embroidery floss, embroider a small, curved smile below the eyes. Add small white reflections to the top corner of each black safety eye if desired for extra sparkle.
Weave in all remaining ends.