Crochet Ladybug Amigurumi

Creating a crochet ladybug amigurumi is a delightful and whimsical project that brings a touch of charm to any crafting session. With its round, colorful body and playful spots, this cute insect amigurumi is sure to bring a smile to your face. The process of crocheting each small component and carefully assembling them together is not only enjoyable but also incredibly rewarding. Whether you choose bold reds and blacks or opt for a more whimsical color palette, the finished result will undoubtedly be a unique and adorable addition to your collection. So, grab your yarn and crochet hook, and let's bring this charming ladybug amigurumi to life!

Ladybug Amigurumi

Materials:

• Bernat Blanket yarn:
• 140 yards red
• 30 yards black
• Size M (9.0 mm) crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Black safety eyes
• White felt
• Fiber fill
• Pipe cleaner

Finished ladybug measures 33” diameter, 10” tall, 11” wide, 13” long.

STITCHES:

• Invisible decrease.
• Ultimate finish.

Directions:

Rnd 1: With black yarn, ch 2 (or magic ring), work 10 sc into 2nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout unless otherwise specified.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (20 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (25 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 5: *Sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (35 sc).

Rnd 6: *Sc in next 6 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (40 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off black.

Rnd 7: Join red yarn. *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (50 sc).

Rnd 8: *Sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (60 sc).

Rnd 9: (top) *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat 9 times, sc in next 30 sts (70 sc).

Rnds 10-22: Sc in each st.

Rnd 23: *Inv dec, sc in next 12 sts,* repeat around (65 sc).

Rnd 24: *Inv dec, sc in next 11 sts,* repeat around (60 sc).

Rnd 25: *Inv dec, sc in next 10 sts,* repeat around (55 sc).

Rnd 26: *Inv dec, sc in next 9 sts,* repeat around (50 sc).

Rnd 27: *Inv dec, sc in next 8 sts,* repeat around (45 sc).

Rnd 28: *Inv dec, sc in next 7 sts,* repeat around (40 sc).

Cut two 1” circles of white peel & stick felt. Insert safety eyes into center. Attach felt circles to top front of ladybug at approximately Rnds 3-4. Stuff body.

Rnd 29: *Inv dec, sc in next 6 sts,* repeat around (35 sc).

Rnd 30: *Inv dec, sc in next 5 sts,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 31: *Inv dec, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat around (25 sc).

Rnd 32: *Inv dec, sc in next 3 sts,* repeat around (20 sc).

Rnd 33: *Inv dec, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat around (15 sc).

Close with Ultimate Finish.

Legs: (Make 4)

Attach black yarn at 4 corners of bottom of ladybug. Ch 1, sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 4 ch. Sl st in same sp as joining. Fasten off.

Mouth:

Use red yarn and straight st to embroider mouth at bottom of Rnd 3 of head.

Insert pipe cleaner through both sides of Rnd 6, leaving it extending upward on both sides. If making for a small child, do not use pipe cleaner.