How are you today? If you’re looking for a fun crochet project that combines creativity with a little Pokémon nostalgia, this adorable Piplup amigurumi might be exactly what you need. With its round body, bright yellow feet, and signature blue color palette, Piplup is one of the most recognizable Water-type Pokémon and makes an amazing handmade plush.
Many crafters search for a free crochet Piplup pattern because it offers a great balance between simplicity and detail. Whether you’re creating a gift for a Pokémon fan or adding to your personal collection, a crochet Piplup Pokémon project is both enjoyable and rewarding. The chunky yarn style shown here gives the character a soft, cuddly appearance while helping the stitches work up quickly.
Free crochet piplup pattern
If you’re looking for a Piplup Pokémon crochet pattern PDF, consider choosing one that includes detailed step-by-step instructions and assembly tips. Even beginners can achieve great results by working slowly and paying attention to shaping techniques.
A well-designed Piplup Pokémon crochet pattern captures all the little details that make this character special, from the light blue face markings to the cute scarf-like collar. The finished plush is perfect for display, collecting, or simply brightening up your crochet corner.
Designer: meigurumi.craft
Materials:
Yarn: chenille chunky:
Blue (B)
Light blue (LB)
White (W)
Yellow (Y)
Felt for eyes.
Hook: 6mm
Safety eyes: 12mm
Stuffing
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Scissors
Abbreviations:
R: round
MR: magic ring
sc: single crochet
inc: increase
dec: decrease
hdc: half double crochet
dc: double crochet
slst: slip stitch
ch: chain
cc: color change
Head
Start with (B) Blue yarn:
R1. in a mr do 8sc (8)
R2. 8 inc (16)
R3. (1sc, 1inc)x8 (24)
R4. (3sc, 1inc)x6 (30)
R5. (4sc, 1inc)x6 (36)
R6. 11sc, cc to (W) 3sc, (B) 7sc, (W) 3sc, (B) 12sc (36)
R7. 10sc, (W) 5sc, (B) 2sc, cc to (LB) 1sc, (B) 2sc, (W) 5sc, (B) 11sc (36)
R8. 9sc, (W) 6sc, (LB) 1sc, (B) 1sc, (LB) 1sc, (B) 1sc, (LB), 1sc, (W) 6sc, (B) 10sc (36)
R9. 9sc, (W) 6sc, (LB) 5sc, (W) 6sc, (B) 10sc (36)
R10. 9sc, (W) 6sc, [(LB) 1dec, 1sc, 1dec], (W) 6sc, (B) 10sc (34)
R11. 9sc, (W) 15sc, (B) 10sc (34)
R12. 4sc, 1dec, 3sc, [(W) 1dec, 5sc, 1dec, 6sc], (B) 4sc, 1dec, 4sc (30)
R13. 1sc, dec, 3sc, 1dec, [(W) 3sc, 1dec, 3sc, 1dec, 3sc], (B) 1 dec, 3sc, 1dec, 2sc (24)
R14. 2sc, 1dec, 2sc, [(W) 1dec, 2sc, 1dec, 2sc, 1dec, 1sc], (B) 1sc, 1dec, 2sc, 1dec (18)
Fasten off.
Body
Using (LB) light blue yarn:
R1. in a MR do 8 sc (8)
R2. 8 inc (16)
R3. (1sc,1inc)x8 (24)
R4. (2sc,1inc)x8 (32)
R5-6. 32 sc (32) *total 2 rounds*
Stuff the body.
R7. (14sc,1dec)x2 (30)
R8. (6sc,1dec,5sc,1dec)x2 (26)
R9. (2sc,1dec,5sc,1dec,4sc,1dec,5sc,1dec,2sc (22)
R10. 22 sc (22)
R11. (4sc,1dec,3sc,1dec)x2 (18)
Cut and leave a long tail for sewing.
Fin (X2)
Using light blue yarn:
R1. in a MR do 4 sc (4)
R2. (1sc,1inc)x2 (6)
R3. (2sc,1inc)x2 (8)
R4. (3sc,1inc)x2 (10)
R5. (2sc,1inc)x3, 1sc (13)
R6-7. 13 sc (13) *total 2 rounds*
R8. (2sc,1dec)x2, 1sc (11)
Cut and leave a long tail for sewing.
Beak
Using (Y) yellow yarn:
R1. in a mr do 3 sc (3)
R2. 3 inc (6)
R3. (1sc,1inc)x3 (9)
Cut and leave a long tail for sewing.
The beak is complete. Now you can carefully attach it to the head.
Leg (X2)
Using yellow yarn:
R1. in a mr do 4 sc (4)
R2. (1sc,1inc)x2 (6)
R3. (2sc,1inc)x2 (8)
R4-5. 8 sc (8) *total 2 rounds*
R6. (2sc,1dec)x2 (6)
Cut and leave a long tail for sewing.
Front collar (X2)
Using blue yarn:
Chain 6 (start crocheting in the 2nd chain from hook)
R1. 1 slst, 1 hdc, 1 ch, 1 dc, 1ch, 1 hdc, 1 slst (5)
Fasten off.
Back collar
Using blue yarn:
Chain 13 (start crocheting in the 2nd chain from hook)
R1-3. 12 sc (12) *total 3 rounds*
R4. 1 dec, 8sc, 1dec (10)
R5. 1 dec, 6sc, 1dec (8)
R6. 1 dec, 2sc, tail [ch5(1slst, 1sc, 2hdc)], 2sc, 1 dec (6)
R7. 1 dec, 1sc, tail [ch4 (1slst, 1 sc, 1 hdc)], slst to previous/r6 tail] (4)
R8. 2 dec (2)
Cut and leave a long tail for sewing.
Join the front collar and back collar
Start crocheting from the back collar: 12 sc, 6 sc on the first front collar, and 6 sc on the second front collar (24)
Assembly
Sew the body to the head.
Beak: sew onto R11-13 of the head.
Fins: sew onto R11 of the body.
Legs: sew onto R3-4 of the body.
Collar: attach the collar around the neckline and sew.
Chest: using (W) white yarn, make 4 sc in magic ring.
Fasten off and close with an invisible stitch.
Glue the chest onto R8-9 (3 stitches apart) of the body.
Eyes: cut the felt (black for the outer eyes and white felt for the inner eyes).
