Free No-Sew Amigurumi Frog Crochet Pattern
If you've been searching for the perfect no-sew plush frog crochet pattern, you're in the right place! This adorable little frog is designed to be crocheted almost entirely in one piece, making it a fantastic project for beginners and experienced makers alike.
Chubby plush frogs continue to trend across TikTok, Pinterest, Instagram, and Etsy, making them one of the hottest handmade toys for craft fairs and online shops. Even better, this pattern is a wonderful stash-buster that uses only a small amount of plush yarn and works up surprisingly fast.
The finished frog features a round, squishy body, adorable raised eyes, tiny feet crocheted directly into the body, and a sweet smiling face. With zero sewing required, you'll spend more time crocheting and less time assembling.
Skill Level & Prerequisites
Skill Level: Easy / Beginner-Friendly
Before starting, you should be comfortable with:
- Magic Ring (MR)
- Single Crochet (sc)
- Increase (inc)
- Invisible Decrease (dec)
- Chain (ch)
- Slip Stitch (sl st)
- Bobble Stitch (Bo) for creating raised eye bumps and feet
This pattern is perfect for anyone looking to practice seamless amigurumi construction.
Materials & Tools Needed
You'll need:
- Super Bulky Velvet or Chenille Yarn in:
- Green
- Small amount of Pink (optional for blush cheeks)
- Small amount of Black embroidery thread (for the smile)
- 5.0 mm crochet hook (or 4.5 mm for tighter stitches)
- 10 mm or 12 mm safety eyes
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing
- Stitch marker
- Tapestry needle
- Small scissors
Abbreviations Used
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| MR | Magic Ring |
| Sc | Single Crochet |
| Inc | 2 sc in the same stitch |
| Dec | Invisible Decrease |
| Ch | Chain |
| Sl St | Slip Stitch |
| Bo | Bobble Stitch |
| St | Stitch |
| Sts | Stitches |
Step-by-Step Crochet Pattern Instructions
Body
Using Green yarn.
Round 1
6 sc in MR. (6 sts)
Round 2
Inc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
Round 3
(Sc, inc) x 6. (18 sts)
Round 4
(2 sc, inc) x 6. (24 sts)
Round 5
Sc around. (24 sts)
Eye Bumps (Worked Into the Body)
Round 6
Sc 5,
Bo,
Sc 10,
Bo,
Sc 7.
(24 sts)
The two bobble stitches create the frog's raised eye bumps.
Insert Safety Eyes
Insert one 10 mm or 12 mm safety eye through the center of each bobble bump.
Secure the washers tightly before continuing.
Round 7
Sc around. (24 sts)
Round 8
Sc around. (24 sts)
Begin stuffing behind the eyes to maintain their shape.
Round 9
(2 sc, dec) x 6. (18 sts)
Stuff the body firmly.
Feet (No-Sew)
The feet are crocheted directly into the final body round.
Round 10
Repeat the following sequence 4 times:
- Sl st into next stitch.
- Ch 3.
- Work Bo into the second chain from the hook.
- Sl st into the next chain.
- Sl st into the same body stitch.
Then:
Sc in the next 2 body stitches.
Repeat until all four feet are complete.
(18 sts total including attachment stitches)
Round 11
(Sc, dec) x 6. (12 sts)
Add additional stuffing until the frog feels soft but firm.
Round 12
Dec around. (6 sts)
Fasten off.
Thread the yarn through the front loops of the remaining stitches and pull closed.
Weave the yarn tail inside the body.
Finishing Touches
- Embroider a tiny curved smile centered beneath the eyes using black embroidery thread.
- Add soft pink blush cheeks with a few stitches of pink yarn or a small amount of fabric-safe blush.
- Massage the stuffing gently to create a perfectly round, chubby shape.
- Adjust the eye bumps so they sit evenly.
- Shape the feet so they point slightly outward for extra personality.
- Weave all yarn tails deep inside the body for a clean, seamless finish.
- Give the frog one final squeeze to evenly distribute the stuffing.
Your no-sew plush frog is now ready to display, gift, or sell at your next craft fair!