Amigurumi Cupid: A Cherubic Crochet Delight

Amigurumi Cupid Crochet Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Light DK weight yarn in cream, brown, white, pink, and a touch of red
• Crochet hook size 2.5 mm (C)
• Black safety eyes (8 mm)
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• Fine wire for shaping the bow
• Craft felt in pink for the cheeks
• Glue or thread for attaching the felt

Stitch Abbreviations:

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• inc: increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec: decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
• sl st: slip stitch
• hdc: half double crochet

Instructions:

1. Head and Body:
   • Begin with cream yarn for the head.
   • Round 1: Make a magic ring and work 6 sc into the ring. (6 sts)
   • Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
   • Round 3: Sc in the next st, inc in the next st; repeat around. (18 sts)
   • Continue increasing to 36 sts and then crochet even for several rounds to shape the head. Begin decreasing while adding stuffing gradually. Once the head is shaped, do not cut the yarn.
2. Body:
   • Continue from the head with cream yarn.
   • Round 1: Dec in each stitch to form the neck, then switch to tan yarn to begin the body.
   • Work several rounds in sc, gradually increasing to create a round belly. Stuff firmly as you go to maintain the shape. Finish the body with rounds of decreases to close.
3. Arms (Make 2):
   • With cream yarn, make a magic ring.
   • Round 1: 6 sc in the ring. (6 sts)
   • Continue working in rounds to form a tube shape for the arms, switching to tan yarn halfway for the sleeves. Stuff lightly and sew onto the body.
4. Legs (Make 2):
   • Begin with cream yarn for the feet.
   • Round 1: 6 sc in a magic ring. (6 sts)
   • Increase gradually to form the feet, then switch to tan yarn to create the pants. Crochet several rounds for the legs, stuffing as you go. Attach to the bottom of the body.
5. Wings:
   • With white yarn, ch 6.
   • Work in rows, increasing at each end to form a feather shape. Make two wings and sew them to the back of the Cupid.
6. Bow and Arrow:
   • For the bow, use fine wire and wrap with brown yarn to cover. Shape into a bow and secure the ends.
   • Create a small arrow by crocheting a tiny triangle for the tip and attaching it to a small stick (wrapped in yarn) or crochet a small shaft.

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7. Bow and Arrow (continued):
   • For the arrow’s fletching, use red yarn to create a small heart shape by crocheting two small teardrop pieces and attaching them to the back of the shaft. Secure the bow and arrow in Cupid’s hand using thread or glue for a firm grip.
8. Hair:
   • Use dark brown yarn to create individual strands for the hair. Attach each strand to the head using a tapestry needle. Once all strands are in place, trim and style the hair to give Cupid his fluffy, playful look.
9. Cloud Base:
   • For the cloud, use soft white yarn or fiberfill stuffing to create a fluffy base. You can crochet a circular base using simple increases (starting with a magic ring and 6 sc, then increasing each round by 6 sts) and then add a few rounds of soft ruffles to mimic the fluffy edges of a cloud. Secure Cupid onto the cloud using a few stitches or glue.
10. Finishing Touches:
    • Cut small circles from pink craft felt and glue or stitch them onto Cupid’s cheeks for a blushing effect. Embroider a tiny smile with red or pink yarn for added charm. Add small accents like eyebrows or eyelashes with black thread to enhance facial expressions.

With his soft, pastel colors and detailed features, the Amigurumi Cupid is a perfect project for those looking to create a heartwarming crochet piece. This delightful doll can serve as a symbol of love, making it a thoughtful gift or a whimsical decoration for any room.