Batman Amigurumi For Cozy Plush Making
Finished Size: Approximately 10 inches (25 cm) tall and 7 inches (18 cm) wide
Skill Level: Intermediate
Estimated Time: 2-4 hours
Hook Size: 3.5 mm
Yarn: worsted yarn
Notions: Yarn needle, stitch marker, polyfill
Gauge: Approximately 12 sc x 14 rounds = 4 inches with 3.5 mm hook
Reasons You'll Enjoy Making This
This Batman amigurumi is an amigurumi doll worked in black, gray, yellow, and white. You will crochet the head, ears, eyes, mouth area, body, chest logo, belt, arms, gloves, legs, boots, cape, eye pupils, bat symbol, boot cuffs, left hand, left foot, left leg stripe, eye whites, muzzle, cowl, and the bat emblem. The pattern walks through each piece with clear round-by-round counts, then shows how to assemble and finish everything so the result matches the reference photos.
Use the pattern card as your material checklist before starting. Safety eyes give a polished look. It stands upright on its own. The instructions include applique. Keep your tension even, count stitches at the end of shaping rounds, and check the placement notes before sewing pieces together for a clean handmade result.
Reading This Pattern: Key Notes
Materials and Supplies You'll Need
| Material | Details |
|---|---|
| Yarn | worsted yarn in black, gray, yellow, white, light gray, beige |
| Hook | 3.5 mm crochet hook |
| Stuffing | Polyfill or fiberfill |
| Eyes | Safety eyes or embroidery thread |
| Extras | Yarn needle, stitch markers, scissors |
Gauge: Approximately 12 sc x 14 rounds = 4 inches with 3.5 mm hook. Not critical but aim for tight, even stitches, if stuffing shows through, go down one hook size.
Abbreviations You'll Need to Know
Note: This pattern uses US crochet terms. All rounds are worked in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise. Use a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round.
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sc | Single crochet |
| inc | Increase (2 sc in same stitch) |
| dec | Decrease (sc 2 together) |
| sl st | Slip stitch |
| ch | Chain |
Step-by-Step Crochet Instructions
head, black yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
Rnd 6: sc around (30)
Rnd 7: sc around (30)
Rnd 8: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Rnd 9: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 10: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 11: dec around (6)
Rnd 12: fasten off, close hole (6)
ears (make 2), black yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: (2 sc, inc) x 2 (8)
Rnd 3: sc around (8)
Rnd 4: sc around (8)
Rnd 5: sc around (8)
Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 2 (6)
Rnd 7: fasten off, close hole (6)
Switch to white yarn for the eyes.
eyes (make 2), white yarn
Switch to light gray yarn for the mouth area.
mouth area, light gray yarn
Embroider the mouth with black or dark brown thread after the eyes are placed.
Use a single curved satin stitch or back stitch, centered below the eyes and about 1.5 cm wide.
Switch to gray yarn for the body.
body, gray yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (11 sc, inc) x 2 (26)
Rnd 6: sc around (26)
Rnd 7: sc around (26)
Rnd 8: sc around (26)
Rnd 9: sc around (26)
Rnd 10: sc around (26)
Rnd 11: (11 sc, dec) x 2 (24)
Rnd 12: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 13: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 14: dec around (6)
Rnd 15: fasten off, close hole (6)
Switch to yellow and black yarn for the chest logo.
chest logo, yellow and black yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: (2 sc, inc) x 2 (8)
Rnd 3: sc around (8)
Rnd 4: sc around (8)
Rnd 5: sc around (8)
Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 2 (6)
Rnd 7: fasten off, close hole (6)
Switch to yellow yarn for the belt.
belt, yellow yarn
Rnd 1: Ch 13, join with sl st to form ring, sc in each ch around (12)
Rnd 2: sc around (12)
Rnd 3: sc around (12)
Rnd 4: sc around (12)
Fasten off. Do not stuff.
Switch to gray and black yarn for the arms.
arms (make 2), gray and black yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (2 sc, inc) x 2 (17)
Rnd 4: sc around (17)
Rnd 5: sc around (17)
Rnd 6: sc around (17)
Rnd 7: sc around (17)
Rnd 8: sc around (17)
Rnd 9: sc around (17)
Rnd 10: sc around (17)
Rnd 11: sc around (17)
Switch to black yarn for the gloves.
gloves (make 2), black yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: sc around (24)
Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 8: dec around (6)
Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)
Switch to black and gray yarn for the legs.
legs (make 2), black and gray yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: sc around (18)
Rnd 5: sc around (18)
Rnd 6: sc around (18)
Rnd 7: sc around (18)
Rnd 8: sc around (18)
Rnd 9: sc around (18)
Rnd 10: sc around (18)
Rnd 11: sc around (18)
Switch to black yarn for the boots.
boots (make 2), black yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (9)
Rnd 3: sc around (9)
Rnd 4: sc around (9)
Rnd 5: (1 sc, dec) x 3 (6)
Rnd 6: fasten off, close hole (6)
cape, black yarn
Rnd 1: Ch 23, join with sl st to form ring, sc in each ch around (22)
Rnd 2: sc around (22)
Rnd 3: sc around (22)
Rnd 4: sc around (22)
Rnd 5: sc around (22)
Rnd 6: sc around (22)
Rnd 7: sc around (22)
Fasten off. Do not stuff.
eye pupils (make 2), black yarn
bat symbol, black yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: sc around (24)
Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 8: dec around (6)
Switch to gray yarn for the boot cuffs.
boot cuffs (make 2), gray yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (9)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, dec) x 3 (6)
Rnd 4: fasten off, close hole (6)
Switch to black yarn for the left hand.
left hand, black yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: sc around (24)
Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 8: dec around (6)
Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)
left foot, black yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: dec around (6)
Rnd 4: fasten off, close hole (6)
Switch to light gray yarn for the left leg stripe.
left leg stripe, light gray yarn
Row 1: Ch 19, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (18)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across (18)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc across (18)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc across (18)
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc across (18)
Row 6: Ch 1, turn, sc across (18)
Row 7: Ch 1, turn, sc across (18)
Row 8: Ch 1, turn, sc across (18)
Row 9: Ch 1, turn, sc across (18)
Row 10: Ch 1, turn, sc across (18)
Row 11: Ch 1, turn, sc across (18)
Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing
Switch to white yarn for the eye whites.
eye whites (make 2), white yarn
Use 6 mm safety eyes or embroidered eyes; place them on the upper half of the head, about one eye-width apart.
If using safety eyes, insert the posts before closing the head opening and secure the backs firmly on the inside.
If embroidering, work two small black satin stitches, then add a tiny white stitch highlight if desired.
Switch to beige yarn for the muzzle.
muzzle, beige yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (9)
Rnd 3: sc around (9)
Rnd 4: (1 sc, dec) x 3 (6)
Rnd 5: fasten off, close hole (6)
Switch to black yarn for the cowl.
cowl, black yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: sc around (24)
Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 8: dec around (6)
Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)
bat emblem, black yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: sc around (24)
Rnd 6: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 7: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 8: dec around (6)
Rnd 9: fasten off, close hole (6)
Final Stitch Counts
- head: 30 stitches at widest point
- ears (x 2): 8 stitches at widest point
- eyes (x 2): See pattern
- mouth area: See pattern
- body: 26 stitches at widest point
- chest logo: 8 stitches at widest point
- belt: 12 stitches at widest point
- arms (x 2): 17 stitches at widest point
- gloves (x 2): 24 stitches at widest point
- legs (x 2): 18 stitches at widest point
- boots (x 2): 9 stitches at widest point
- cape: 22 stitches at widest point
- eye pupils (x 2): See pattern
- bat symbol: 24 stitches at widest point
- boot cuffs (x 2): 9 stitches at widest point
- left hand: 24 stitches at widest point
- left foot: 12 stitches at widest point
- left leg stripe: 18 stitches at widest point
- eye whites (x 2): See pattern
- muzzle: 9 stitches at widest point
- cowl: 24 stitches at widest point
- bat emblem: 24 stitches at widest point
Final Assembly, Step by Step
1. Stuff head, body, boots, left hand, left foot firmly with polyfill for stability. Shape as you go, pressing and molding to match the reference photo. Add extra stuffing to the base for a sturdy foundation.
2. Sew ears to the sides of the head. Position on the upper sides of the head, angled outward. Pin in place before sewing to check alignment from all angles. Use the long tail left for sewing and whipstitch around the base.
3. Attach eyes to the head. Position on the upper half of the head, spaced about one eye-width apart. Secure firmly with embroidery thread or fabric glue. Embroider a small line below each eye for a more expressive look.
4. Sew mouth area to the head. Pin in place before sewing to check positioning. Use whipstitch for a secure attachment.
5. Attach eye pupils to the head. Position on the upper half of the head, spaced about one eye-width apart. Secure firmly with embroidery thread or fabric glue. Embroider a small line below each eye for a more expressive look.
6. Attach eye whites to the head. Position on the upper half of the head, spaced about one eye-width apart. Secure firmly with embroidery thread or fabric glue. Embroider a small line below each eye for a more expressive look.
7. Sew muzzle to the front of the head. Center between the eyes, slightly below the eye line. Stuff lightly with polyfill before closing for a 3D effect. Pin in place before sewing to check alignment from all angles.
8. Sew arms to the body. Align carefully and pin in place before sewing. Check from all angles, then sew firmly with whipstitch.
9. Sew legs to the body. Align carefully and pin in place before sewing. Check from all angles, then sew firmly with whipstitch.
10. Slip cape over the body; do not stuff it. Whipstitch the top edge to the shoulders or neckline, and leave the hem free so the garment drapes naturally. Pin evenly before sewing to keep the opening centered.
11. Sew left leg stripe around the body. Align evenly and pin in place before sewing. Use whipstitch or slip stitch for a clean finish.
12. Sew chest logo in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
13. Sew belt in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
14. Sew gloves in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
15. Sew bat symbol in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
16. Sew boot cuffs in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
17. Sew cowl in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
18. Sew bat emblem in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
19. Check all seams are secure. Gently tug each attached piece to test. Trim any loose yarn ends with sharp scissors. Weave in all remaining tails with a needle, passing through at least 3 stitches in each direction to prevent unraveling. Give the finished piece a gentle squeeze to distribute stuffing evenly and shape the final form.
Tips for a Perfect Finish and Care
These tips will help you crochet a clean, well-finished amigurumi doll:
- Stuff as you go: Shape and stuff firmly when 12-18 stitches remain, before the opening gets too small.
- decreases: Work through the front loops only for decreases that disappear into the fabric.
- Stitch markers: Mark the first stitch of every round and you will never lose count again.
- Block flat pieces: Lightly steam any flat components before assembly, they will line up much better.
Caring for your Batman amigurumi:
- Hand wash in cool water with mild detergent, no machine washing.
- Air dry flat, away from direct sunlight. Sun fades colors faster than you think.
- If safety eyes are used, ensure they are locked tight, not suitable for children under 3.
- Spot clean small stains with a damp cloth instead of washing the whole piece.
Common Questions About This Pattern
Can I resize it?
Yes, use a smaller hook and thinner yarn for a mini, or go up in hook size and yarn weight for a larger version. The proportions stay the same.
My stitches are too loose and stuffing shows, help?
Drop down one hook size. Tight, even stitches are the single most important thing for clean amigurumi.
Safety eyes or embroidered eyes?
Both work. Safety eyes look more polished but aren't safe for babies. Embroidered eyes are softer and baby-safe.
Can I sell finished items from this pattern?
Absolutely. Sell at craft fairs, online, wherever you like, just don't distribute the pattern itself.
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