Crochet Strawberry Amigurumi Pattern
It’s amazing how small details can make such a big impact, isn’t it? That’s exactly what inspired me while designing this little crochet strawberry. I wanted to create a fun, detailed piece that could be used in so many ways—play food for kids, garlands, decorative bowls, or even a stacking game!
Today, I’m thrilled to share my Crochet Strawberry Amigurumi Pattern with you. This project is all about precision and charm. It’s perfect for intermediate crocheters who love working with fine cotton yarn and appreciate intricate details like built-in leaves and embroidered seeds. While it’s not a quick pattern, the finished result is so worth the time and care it takes!
About the Design
This strawberry design captures the natural look of a ripe berry with tiny seeds and a leafy top, all crocheted seamlessly. I used color changes to create the leaf pattern right into the red strawberry body, which keeps the design clean and polished.
The shaping adds even more character: a slightly tapered bottom and a rounded top make this berry realistic and oh-so-cute. To keep the top flat for stacking (or display), I used a neat trick with yarn threading at the end. To add more stacking ability, the decreases are placed specifically to create somewhat flat edges allowing them to lay flat on their side. These small touches make the strawberry stand out from simpler patterns.
Materials + Yarn Choice
For this project, I chose Hobbii Friends Cotton yarn for its structure and texture. The natural "stickiness" of cotton helps the berries hold their shape, and it’s great for a stacking game since it provides just the right amount of grip. The fine yarn and small hook give the finished piece a refined look, making it perfect for play or display.
About the Pattern
This is an intermediate-level pattern designed for crocheters who enjoy working with smaller hooks, fine yarn, and shaping techniques. You’ll be switching between colors to create the leaves, stitching tiny seeds onto the berry, and carefully shaping the top so it sits flat.
While this might sound like a lot, I’ve broken everything into clear steps to make the process as smooth as possible. The end result? A stunning handmade strawberry that’s bound to get compliments!
Pattern Inspiration
I’ve always loved the versatility of crochet amigurumi projects. When I designed this strawberry, I imagined it as part of a fruit salad stacking game (because who doesn’t love a fun game?). But the more I worked on it, the more ideas came to mind:
Make several for a decorative bowl of fruit.
String them together into a playful garland.
Add a loop and turn them into adorable Christmas ornaments.
Use them as keychains or charms for bags.
Or let kids use them as pretend play food!
It’s such a versatile little project, and you’ll love seeing how it fits into your own creations.
Ready to Crochet?
I hope this project inspires you to try something a little more detailed. The step-by-step pattern is below, along with tips to help you along the way. And don’t forget to check out the video tutorial for extra guidance!
Strawberry Crochet Pattern
Skill Leve: Intermediate
Finished size: 2” height, 2” around widest part
Materials
Fine weight (2) cotton yarn, such as Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/6 in Tomato and Bottle Green
Superfine weight (1) Mercerized cotton, such as Hobbii Friends Mercerized Cotton 8/4 in Cream
3.25mm crochet hook
Embroidery needle
Stuffing
Scissors
Stitch marker
Abbreviations (US Terminology)
st(s) - stitch(es)
sc - single crochet
inc - increase
dec - decrease
Pattern Notes
This strawberry crochet pattern is worked in continuous rounds, do not join or turn at the end of each round.
Keep a somewhat tight tension so there are no gaps in your stitches.
You can use the “yarn under” single crochet technique for smaller and tighter stitches.
Pattern
Starting with Dark Green yarn
Round 1: make 9 sc in magic ring
Round 2: inc x 9 (18 sts)
The next two rounds will have alternating colors. Switch the yarn before completing the stitch by pulling the new yarn in the last 2 loops of the sc.
Round 3: [With GREEN sc in next 2 sts, Switch to RED inc in next st] x 6 (24 sts)
Round 4: With RED sc in next st, [Switch to GREEN sc in next st, switch to RED sc in next st, inc in next st, sc in the next st] x 6 (30 sts)
Cut green yarn only and weave in ends.
Round 5-8: sc in each st around
Round 9: sc in next 2 sts, dec, sc in next 8 sts, dec, sc in next 8 sts, dec, sc in next 6 sts (27 sts)
Round 10: sc in next 2 sts, dec, sc in next 7 sts, dec, sc in next 7 sts, dec, sc in next 5 sts (24 sts)
Round 11: sc in each st around
Round 12: [sc in next 2 sts, dec] x 6 (18 sts)
Round 13: sc in next 2 sts, dec, sc in next 4 sts, dec, sc in next 4 sts, dec, sc in next 2 sts (15 sts)
Use cream-colored yarn and an embroidery needle to add the seeds around the strawberry.
Use the single crochet stitches as a guide and make V or X shapes around the strawberry. Add any number and pattern of seeds you like. When you’re happy with the look, tie a knot to secure your stitches and move on to the next step.
Begin to lightly add stuffing making sure not to overstuff so the strawberry can sit flat at the top and sides.
Round 14: sc in next 2 sts, dec, sc in next 3 sts, dec, sc in next 3 sts, dec, sc in next st (12 sts)
Round 15: dec x 6 (6 sts)
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail.
Finishing the Strawberry
Use the embroidery needle to sew the opening closed.
With the remaining yarn tail, thread the needle through the bottom of the strawberry and pull it up toward the center of the top.
Insert the needle through a stitch at the top and pull it underneath so that the yarn is hidden. This will create an anchor point at the top.
Next, feed the needle back down toward the bottom tip of the strawberry.
Gently pull the yarn to flatten the top. Be careful not to pull too tightly, as this could cause the bottom to cave in.
This step may feel tricky, especially when threading the yarn through the stuffing, but take your time—it’ll all come together beautifully!
Finish by weaving in the ends a few times.
Tips & Tricks
Take your time with color changes. Switching between red and green might feel tricky at first, but keep an eye on your tension and take it slow.
Stuff lightly for stacking. Overstuffing will distort the shape and make it harder to flatten the top.
Use embroidery thread or fine yarn for the seeds. This adds a realistic touch without bulk.
Your amigurumi strawberry is done! Stay tuned for the next crochet fruit pattern!
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This pattern is for personal use only. The pattern and its photos may not be reproduced, distributed or resold, translated, published, altered, shared or posted in any way over the internet or offline.
You may sell finished items made from this pattern as long as it is handmade by you, not mass produced, giving the credit to Pops de Milk / Patricia Castillo as the designer. If you have any questions, you can email me at patricia@popsdemilk.com
