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Crocheting amigurumi is one of the most enjoyable ways to bring yarn to life, and a crochet fish amigurumi is a perfect project for beginners.
Simple in shape, quick to finish, and full of charm, this pattern is ideal for learning basic amigurumi techniques while creating a playful handmade piece.
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In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to crochet an easy fish amigurumi, step by step, using basic stitches and simple shaping.
Whether you want to make toys, keychains, nursery décor, or handmade gifts, this pattern is a great starting point.
🧶 Materials Needed
To begin, gather the following supplies:
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Medium or lightweight yarn (cotton or acrylic works well)
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Crochet hook suitable for your yarn (2.5 mm to 3.5 mm recommended)
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Scissors
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Safety eyes or embroidery thread (optional)
💡 Tip: Bright or pastel colors give the fish a cheerful and playful look.
🧵 Crochet Abbreviations (US Terms)
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ch – chain
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sc – single crochet
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inc – increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
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dec – decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
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sl st – slip stitch
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st – stitch
🐟 Step-by-Step Easy Fish Amigurumi Pattern
1️⃣ Body (Worked in Continuous Rounds)
Start with a magic ring.
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Round 1: 6 sc into the magic ring (6)
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Round 2: inc in each st around (12)
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Round 3: (sc, inc) repeat around (18)
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Round 4: sc in each st around (18)
At this point, the body begins to take shape. Keep your stitches tight and even.
2️⃣ Shaping the Fish
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Round 5: (sc 2, inc) repeat around (24)
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Rounds 6–8: sc in each st around (24)
