There's something magical about transforming a simple ball of yarn into a character that captures hearts. Labubu, with its quirky charm and signature frown, has become a cult favorite among vinyl toy collectors. Now you can bring this beloved character to life through crochet! This pattern packs all the details you need to create your very own Labubu amigurumi, from the distinctive horns and droopy eyes to all those little touches that make Labubu so recognizable. It's easier than you think, and the result? Pure huggable joy.

What You'll Need

Before diving into the pattern, gather your materials. Having everything ready makes the stitching flow so much smoother – trust me, I've learned the hard way during late-night crochet sessions!

Materials List:

• Worsted weight cotton yarn (I recommend Drops Paris or Lion Brand Vannas Choice) in the following colors: White, Black, Skin color, lt. blue, pink, red
• 3.5mm crochet hook (US E/4)
• Tapestry needle for sewing parts and weaving in ends
• Safety eyes (10mm size recommended)
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Stitch markers
• Embroidery floss in black for mouth details

Pattern Abbreviations

Getting familiar with the shorthand makes reading crochet patterns a breeze. Here's what we'll be using:

• R = Round
• SC = Single crochet
• INC = Increase (2 SC in one stitch)
• DEC = Decrease (invisible decrease recommended)
• MR = Magic ring
• BLO = Back loop only
• A-B or A-B = Rounds A through B
• * = Repeat sequence the following number of times

Labubu Amigurumi Pattern

Head & Body

Make 2 parts (head and body) in plain white color.

Part 1: Head (make 1)

1. 6 SC in MR (6)
2. 6 INC (12)
3. (SC, INC)*6 (18)
4. (2 SC, INC)*6 (24)
5. (3 SC, INC)*6 (30)
6. (4 SC, INC)*6 (36)
7. 10. 36 SC (4 rounds)
8. 11. (4 SC, DEC)*6 (30)
9. 12. (3 SC, DEC)*6 (24)
10. 13. (2 SC, DEC)*6 (18)
11. 14. (SC, DEC)*6 (12)
12. 15. DEC 6 times (6)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Part 2: Body (make 1)

1. 6 SC in MR (6)
2. 6 INC (12)
3. (SC, INC)*6 (18)
4. (2 SC, INC)*6 (24)
5. 9. 24 SC (5 rounds)

Stop at round 5, stuff the body tightly, continue to:

10. 12 DEC (12)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Face Details

1. Place eyes between rounds 6-7 of the head, 8 stitches apart.
2. Using black embroidery floss, stitch a mouth below the eyes like a downward curve.
3. Using pink yarn, make 10 chain stitches, fold into a V shape and sew between the eyes to form the nose.

Horns

Make 2 in red color.

1. 4 SC in MR
2. 4 INC (8)
3. 8. SC around (6 rounds)

Leave yarn for sewing to the head.

Arms and Legs

Make 4 each in white color.

1. 6 SC in MR
2. 6 INC (12)
3. 14. 12 SC (12 rounds)

Fasten off, leaving yarn for sewing. Stuff lightly before closing.

Assembly Instructions

1. Sew the head to the body.
2. Sew arms to the front of the body.
3. Sew legs to the bottom of the body.
4. Sew horns on top of the head.
5. Optional: Make the signature droopy "ears" with additional pieces of yarn.

Pro Tips for Success

After making several Labubu patterns, I've picked up along the way that small details make all the difference. Here are my hard-earned tips to ensure your amigurumi turns out perfect:

• Use stitch markers to mark the beginning of each round, especially when doing increases and decreases.
• Invisible decrease (DEC) gives smoother curves in amigurumi, hiding the decrease knot inside the stitch.
• When stuffing, use small amounts at a time and push stuffing into corners with a chopstick or knitting needle.
• If your yarn splits while crocheting, try switching to a hook size down for a tighter tension.
• For a smoother finish, crochet in the back loop only (BLO) for the final 2-3 rounds of each part before decreasing.
• Don't be afraid to tighten your tension slightly – Labubu has a firm shape rather than being floppy.
• Take breaks! Sometimes stepping away helps you see where improvements can be made.

The signature Labubu droopy look can be achieved by pulling the head down slightly when attaching to the body. Safety eyes should be inserted before stuffing the head and secured with washers or knots on the inside. The mouth detail is crucial to getting the Labubu look right – use short, tight stitches.

About the Author

Maria Fronte is an amigurumi enthusiast with over 10 years of experience creating custom crochet toys. Her patterns have been featured in several crafting magazines, and she loves sharing her passion for bringing fiber art to life stitch by stitch.