Fred Flintstone Amigurumi – Free Pattern

by Crafts Ideas 10/31/2023

Dive into the world of amigurumi with the Fred Flintstone Amigurumi, a delightful crochet project that brings the iconic character from ‘The Flintstones’ to life. This pattern captures Fred’s signature look and robust personality, offering a nostalgic and enjoyable crafting experience for both experienced and novice crocheters

With clear instructions and helpful tips, the pattern ensures a smooth creation process, resulting in a unique, handmade keepsake of one of television’s most beloved characters. Start your Stone Age adventure today by scrolling down to access the free Fred Flintstone Amigurumi pattern!

Pattern Here

Materials:

Peach or light beige, black, blue, orange, white, and pink medium-weight yarn
Crochet hook size 3.5 mm (E)
Fiberfill stuffing
Yarn needle
Safety eyes
Black embroidery floss for the eyebrows and mouth

Abbreviations:

MR: Magic Ring
sc: Single Crochet
inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
dec: Decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
st(s): Stitch(es)
sl st: Slip Stitch
FO: Fasten Off
hdc: Half Double Crochet
dc: Double Crochet
BLO: Back Loop Only

Body (Peach or Light Beige Yarn):

MR, 6 sc in ring (6 sts)
[inc] x6 (12 sts)
[sc, inc] x6 (18 sts)
[sc 2, inc] x6 (24 sts) 5-7. Sc around (24 sts)
[sc 3, inc] x6 (30 sts) 9-11. Sc around (30 sts)
[sc 4, inc] x6 (36 sts) 13-15. Sc around (36 sts)
[sc 5, inc] x6 (42 sts) 17-19. Sc around (42 sts)
[sc 6, inc] x6 (48 sts) 21-23. Sc around (48 sts)
[sc 6, dec] x6 (42 sts)
Sc around (42 sts)
[sc 5, dec] x6 (36 sts)
Sc around (36 sts)
[sc 4, dec] x6 (30 sts)
Sc around (30 sts)
[sc 3, dec] x6 (24 sts) 31-33. Sc around (24 sts) Stuff firmly, FO leaving a long tail for sewing.

Head (Peach or Light Beige Yarn):

MR, 6 sc in ring (6 sts)
[inc] x6 (12 sts)
[sc, inc] x6 (18 sts)
[sc 2, inc] x6 (24 sts)
[sc 3, inc] x6 (30 sts)
[sc 4, inc] x6 (36 sts) 7-12. Sc around (36 sts)
[sc 4, dec] x6 (30 sts) 14-15. Sc around (30 sts)
[sc 3, dec] x6 (24 sts) 17-18. Sc around (24 sts)
[sc 2, dec] x6 (18 sts)
Sc around (18 sts)
[sc, dec] x6 (12 sts)
Sc around (12 sts)
[dec] x6 (6 sts) Stuff the head, add safety eyes between rows 18 and 19, or approximately 2/3 up the head, about 6 stitches apart. Embroider the eyebrows above the eyes and the mouth below the nose, using black embroidery floss. FO leaving a long tail for sewing.

Ears (Peach or Light Beige Yarn):

MR, 4 sc in ring (4 sts)
[inc] x4 (8 sts)
[sc, inc] x4 (12 sts) 4-5. Sc around (12 sts) FO, leaving a tail for sewing.

Arms (Peach or Light Beige Yarn):

MR, 6 sc in ring (6 sts)
[inc] x6 (12 sts) 3-10. Sc around (12 sts) Stuff lightly, FO leaving a long tail for sewing.

Legs (Peach or Light Beige Yarn):

MR, 6 sc in ring (6 sts)
[inc] x6 (12 sts)
[sc, inc] x6 (18 sts) 4-6. Sc around (18 sts) Stuff lightly, FO leaving a long tail for sewing.

Hair (Black Yarn):

Cut several strands of black yarn and attach them to the top of the head to form the hair. Make sure to create a distinct, bushy style as seen in the character.

Shirt (Orange Yarn):

Chain a length that fits around the body’s widest part, sl st to form a ring.
[ch 1 (does not count as a st), hdc in same st, 2 hdc in each st around, sl st to join] (creates the zigzag pattern at the bottom of the shirt).
hdc around in BLO for the next few rows until the desired length of the shirt is achieved, typically about 6-7 rows.
FO and sew onto the body.

Tie (Blue Yarn):

Chain a length that hangs down the front of the shirt.
Turn, hdc in each chain across for 2-3 rows to create the width of the tie.
For the knot, create a small square piece and sew it at the top of the length of the tie.
Attach the tie to the shirt at the neck.

Assembly:

Sew the head onto the body.
Attach the ears to the sides of the head.
Sew the arms to the sides of the body, positioning them so they hang naturally.
Attach the legs to the bottom of the body.
Sew the shirt around the body.
Add the tie to the shirt at the neckline.

Facial Features:

Eyes: Use white yarn to create ovals for the eyes and sew them in place. Add safety eyes or black yarn to create the pupils.
Nose: With peach/light beige yarn, create a small ball for the nose and sew it between the eyes.
Mouth: Use pink yarn to create a smiling mouth and sew it below the nose.

Finishing Touches:

Weave in all loose ends with a yarn needle.

The final amigurumi should closely resemble the character in the image, complete with all of the classic attributes and a vibrant, cartoonish aesthetic. Adjustments may be needed to get the proportions and details just right.