Crochet Firefly Amigurumi

Free Crochet Firefly Amigurumi Pattern

Delight in the charm of creating your own glowing friend with the Crochet Crochet Firefly Amigurumi Amigurumi Free Pattern. This adorable project invites enthusiasts to fashion Fiby, the Firefly, a whimsical companion designed by the talented Chloe Box. Fiby’s enchanting presence is assured to brighten any space, bringing a spark of joy and wonder. . With its inviting colors and snuggle-ready size, Fiby can be the perfect gift or becomes a treasured part of any collection.

For making Fiby the Firefly, here are the materials one needs:

DK light yarns in various colors (Wood, Persimmon, Lime, Blush, Pastel Pink)
Black embroidery thread
A pair of 8mm Black safety eyes
Fiberfill for stuffing
Pins and a yarn needle
A stitch marker
A 2.75mm crochet hook
Scissors
To create this firefly, makers will engage in a process that ranges from crocheting the head down to the body, adding detail with cheeks, a head cap, and antennas for that special touch. Legs and arms are formed with care, ensuring Fiby can sit or hug as needed.

Materials and Tools

- Wood (20 grams)
- Persimmon (15 grams)
- Lime (15 grams)
- Blush (20 grams)
- Pastel Pink (8 grams)
Black embroidery thread
1 pair of 8mm black safety eyes
Fiberfill for stuffing
Pins
A yarn needle
A stitch marker
A 2.75mm crochet hook
Scissors

Stitches and Abbreviations

(Using US crochet terminology)

Rnd = Round
Sc = Single crochet
Ch = Chain
Inc = Increase (make 2 single crochet stitches in 1 stitch)
Dec = Decrease (I use the Invisible decrease method)
Slst = Slip stitch
St/ Sts = Stitch/ Stitches
BLO = Back loop only
(…) x = Repeat the instructions within the round brackets the stated number of times
= The total number of stitches in each round/row

Additional Information

Skill Level: Intermediate
Begin with the head and work down to the bottom of the body, starting with Blush yarn.Rnd 1: Start with 8 single crochets (Sc) inside a magic ring. [8 stitches]
Rnd 2: Increase (Inc) by performing 2 sc in each stitch around. [16 stitches]

Rnd 3: Perform a pattern of 1 Sc followed by an Inc, repeating 8 times in total. [24 stitches]

[30 stitches]

Rnd 5: Do 4 Sc followed by an Inc, repeating the entire sequence 6 times. [36 stitches]

[42 stitches]

[48 stitches]

Rnd 8-13: Simply do 48 Sc for the next 6 rounds without any increases. [48 stitches]

Rnd 14: Create a sequence of 14 Sc followed by a decrease (Dec), repeating this 3 times. [45 stitches]

**Rnd 15:**Continue with 45 Sc for this round. [45 stitches]

42 stitches]

Rnd 17: Stick with 42 Sc for this round. [42 stitches]

Insert safety eyes between rounds 13 and 14, positioning them 8 stitches apart.
Rnd 18: Go on with 5 Sc, followed by a Dec, repeating this pattern 6 times. [36 stitches]

. [24 stitches] (Refer to image 1)
Shift color to Wood yarn for the next steps.[27 stitches]
Rnd 21: Follow with 8 Sc and an Inc, repeating 3 times. [30 stitches]
[33 stitches]
Rnd 23-25: Perform 33 Sc across each round for 3 rounds. [33 stitches]
Transition to Lime yarn for the subsequent segments.

Rnd 26: In the back loops only (BLO) perform 10 Sc followed by an Inc, repeating 3 times. [36 stitches]
Rnd 27: Maintain a pattern of 5 Sc and an Inc, repeating this 6 times in total. [42 stitches]
Rnd 28: Work 42 Sc in BLO for this round. [42 stitches]
Crochet Firefly Amigurumi

Rnd 29-31: Keep a consistent pattern of 42 Sc for each round. [42 stitches]

Rnd 32: In BLO, sequence 5 Sc followed by a decrease (Dec), repeating 6 times. [36 stitches]
[30 stitches]
[24 stitches]
18 stitches]
Rnd 36: Proceed with 1 Sc followed by a Dec, repeating 6 times. [12 stitches]
Rnd 37: Finish this section by performing 6 decreases (Dec) across the round. [6 stitches]
Use a yarn needle to close the remaining open stitch loop securely. Secure and hide the yarn end as shown in image 2.
Switch the yarn color to Wood for the upcoming rounds.Rnd 20: Repeat the sequence of 7 single crochets (Sc) and 1 increase (Inc) three times. Total stitches: 27.
Rnd 21: Do 8 Sc followed by an Inc, repeating the sequence three times to achieve 30 stitches.

Rounds 23 to 25: Work a steady pattern of 33 Sc for each of these three rounds, keeping the stitch count constant at 33.
Transition to using Lime-colored yarn for the next part.

Rnd 26: Working in the back loops only (BLO), complete a cycle of 10 Sc followed by an Inc, doing this three times to reach 36 stitches.
Rnd 27: Execute a sequence of 5 Sc and an Inc, repeat six times to expand to 42 stitches.
Rnd 28: Maintain 42 Sc in BLO for this entire round, keeping the stitch count at 42.

Rounds 29 to 31: Maintain a consistent stitch pattern of 42 Sc across each round, with round 30 done in BLO to maintain the texture.
Rnd 32: In BLO, work through a sequence of 5 Sc and 1 decrease (Dec), repeating it six times to contract to 36 stitches.
Rnd 33: Continue the pattern with 4 Sc followed by a Dec, six times around, reducing down to 30 stitches.
Rnd 36: Follow up by doing 1 Sc and a Dec, six times around, to bring the count down to 12 stitches.
Rnd 37: Conclude the sequence by executing six decreases (Dec), bringing the total stitch count down to 6.
To finish, fasten off the yarn, ensuring you leave a long tail for sewing the piece together. Utilize a yarn needle to neatly close off the remaining hole.
Antenna Construction Instructions
Start with Persimmon-colored yarn.

Rnd 1: Create 6 single crochets (Sc) inside a magic ring. Total stitches: 6.
Switch to Wood-colored yarn for the next rounds.

Rounds 2 to 4: Continue with 6 Sc for each of these three rounds, maintaining a consistent stitch count of 6.
Stuff the antennas to give them shape, referring to image 3 for visual guidance.
Cheek Pieces Instructions
Create two cheeks with Pastel Pink yarn:Rnd 1: Work 6 single crochets (Sc) into a magic ring. Total stitches: 6.
Finish by cutting the yarn and leaving a generous tail to sew the cheeks onto your project. Please refer to image 4 for guidance.

Head Crochet Firefly Amigurumi
Using Persimmon yarn, follow these rounds for the head cap:Rnd 1: Start with 6 Sc in a magic ring. [6]
Rnd 2: Double the stitch count by making an increase (Inc) in each stitch around. [12]
Rnd 3: Alternate between 1 Sc and an Inc in each stitch around. [18]
Rnd 4: Work 2 Sc, followed by an Inc, repeating this sequence around. [24]
Rnd 5: Follow a pattern of 3 Sc and an Inc, repeated around. [30]
[36]
Rnd 7: Execute 5 Sc, followed by an Inc, repeating this pattern around. [42]
[48]
[50]
Rounds 10 to 15: Work a steady pattern of 50 Sc for each of these six rounds to maintain the shape. [50]
Arms Construction
Crochet Firefly Amigurumi
Craft two using Wood yarn:Rnd 1: Begin with 4 Sc in a magic ring. [4]
Rnd 2: Increase each stitch (Inc) around. [8]
Rounds 3-7: Maintain 8 Sc for these five rounds. [8]
Rnd 8: Complete the arm shape with (2 Sc, Inc) repeated twice. [10]
Secure and cut the yarn, leaving a sufficiently long tail for sewing purposes. Fill the arms for volume, with image 6 as your visual guide.

Legs Assembly Crochet Firefly Amigurumi
Form two starting with Wood yarn:Rnd 1: Initiate with 6 Sc in a magic ring. [6]
Rnd 2: Make an increase (Inc) in every stitch around. [12]
Rnd 3: Alternate between 1 Sc and an Inc throughout the round. [18]
Rnd 4: Work 18 Sc through the back loops only (BLO). [18]
[12]
Rnd 6: Perform 12 Sc to solidify the shape. [12]
Rnd 7: Execute (2 Sc, Dec) three times to taper the form. [9]
Transition to Lime yarn for the feet.

Rnd 8: In the BLO, embark on 9 Sc. [9]
Rnd 9: Pursue a simple 9 Sc. [9]
Finish by securing and cutting the yarn, ensuring a long tail remains for stitching. Properly stuff the legs, consulting image 7 for a visual reference.
Wings Crafting Instructions
Produce two using Wood yarn:

Crochet these components in continuous rounds.

Begin with a chain of 13. Start your stitches in the 2nd chain from the hook.
[25 stitches total]
Rnd 2: Chain 1 and turn your work. . Change back to Wood yarn for the final 10 Sc.

Assembly Process
With Black embroidery floss, carefully stitch the eyebrows two rows above the eyes, as shown in image 9.
Attach the cheeks to their designated spots (consult image 10).
Properly affix the head cap with the wrong side facing outwards (see image 11 for guidance).
Position and sew the antennas 4 stitches apart, according to the details provided in image 12.
Place the arms at the sides of the body and stitch them on, using images 13 and 14 as references.
Fix the legs to the bottom of the body as depicted in images 15 and 16.