Homer Simpson Amigurumi For Simpsons Fans Collectibles
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 = 2 inches with 3.5 mm hook
Why This Pattern Is Worth Your Time
Meet your new favorite couch companion: a round-bellied, wide-eyed Homer Simpson amigurumi worked in worsted weight yarn with a 3.5 mm hook. The finished piece stands roughly 10 inches (25 cm) tall and stretches about 7 inches (18 cm) wide, giving you a satisfyingly chunky figure that fits nicely in the crook of an arm or on a bookshelf. The dense, slightly slubby texture of worsted yarn helps his silhouette read clearly, so every stitch of that iconic bald head and donut-loving belly stays crisp.
This intermediate-level pattern walks you through shaping with magic rings, steady increases, and invisible decreases to keep the surface smooth, then layers in surface crochet for the clean curve of his mouth and the bold black outline of his eyes. You will switch colors for his blue pants and white shirt, work short rows to round out his belly, and finish with a neat single crochet border around each piece before assembly. Expect clear stitch counts at every round, a short photo guide for tricky joins, and tips on tensioning so the stuffing sits evenly without lumps. Grab your hook, pick a sunny yellow, and let the rounds begin.
Everything You Need to Make This
| Material | Details |
|---|---|
| Yarn | worsted yarn in yellow, white, black, tan, blue, gray, pink, brown, green, orange, purple, multicolor, red |
| 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 = 2 inches with 3.5 mm hook. Not critical but aim for tight, even stitches, if stuffing shows through, go down one hook size.
Stitches and Abbreviations Used
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 |
Let's Make It: Instructions
head, yellow 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)
Switch to white yarn for the eyes.
eyes (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 yellow yarn for the nose.
nose, yellow yarn
Embroider the nose with black thread after the eyes are placed.
Work a small triangular satin stitch centered between the eyes, about 8 mm wide.
Switch to tan yarn for the muzzle.
muzzle, tan 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 yellow yarn for the ears.
ears (make 2), yellow 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 black yarn for the hair.
hair, black yarn
Row 1: Ch 26, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (25)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across (25)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc across (25)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc across (25)
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc across (25)
Row 6: Ch 1, turn, sc across (25)
Row 7: Ch 1, turn, sc across (25)
Switch to white yarn for the torso.
torso, white 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: sc around (26)
Rnd 12: sc around (26)
Rnd 13: sc around (26)
Rnd 14: sc around (26)
Rnd 15: (2 sc, dec) x 4 (3 sc, dec) x 2 (20)
Rnd 16: (1 sc, dec) x 4 (2 sc, dec) x 2 (14)
Rnd 17: (dec) x 4 (1 sc, dec) x 2 (8)
Rnd 18: (2 sc, dec) x 2 (6)
Rnd 19: fasten off, close hole (6)
collar, white yarn
Rnd 1: Ch 19, join with sl st to form ring, sc in each ch around (18)
Rnd 2: sc around (18)
Rnd 3: sc around (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)
Fasten off. Do not stuff.
Switch to yellow yarn for the arms.
arms (make 2), yellow 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 white yarn for the sleeves.
sleeves (make 2), white 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: sc around (9)
Rnd 6: sc around (9)
Rnd 7: sc around (9)
Switch to yellow yarn for the hands.
hands (make 2), yellow 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 blue yarn for the pants.
pants (make 2), blue 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: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 12: dec around (6)
Rnd 13: fasten off, close hole (6)
Switch to gray yarn for the shoes.
shoes (make 2), gray yarn
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: (5 sc, inc) x 1 (7)
Rnd 3: (5 sc, dec) x 1 (6)
Rnd 4: fasten off, close hole (6)
Switch to pink yarn for the donut.
donut, pink 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 yarn for the mouth.
mouth, black 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 blue yarn for the shirt.
shirt, blue 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: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 12: dec around (6)
Rnd 13: fasten off, close hole (6)
Switch to white yarn for the beard.
beard, white yarn
Row 1: Ch 10, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (9)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across (9)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc across (9)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc across (9)
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc across (9)
Row 6: Ch 1, turn, sc across (9)
Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing
Final Stitch Counts
- head: 30 stitches at widest point
- eyes (x 2): See pattern
- nose: See pattern
- muzzle: 9 stitches at widest point
- ears (x 2): 8 stitches at widest point
- hair: 25 stitches at widest point
- torso: 26 stitches at widest point
- collar: 18 stitches at widest point
- arms (x 2): 17 stitches at widest point
- sleeves (x 2): 9 stitches at widest point
- hands (x 2): 24 stitches at widest point
- pants (x 2): 18 stitches at widest point
- shoes (x 2): 7 stitches at widest point
- donut: 24 stitches at widest point
- mouth: See pattern
- shirt: 18 stitches at widest point
- beard: 9 stitches at widest point
Assembling Your Amigurumi
1. Stuff head, torso, hands 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. 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.
3. Embroider the nose with black thread centered between the eyes. Work a small triangular satin stitch about 8 mm wide.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Sew hair to the head, covering the top and back of the head. Anchor along the hairline with whipstitch, blending the parting line into the scalp stitches. Keep stitches small so they hide in the yarn.
7. Sew mouth to the head. Pin in place before sewing to check positioning. Use whipstitch for a secure attachment.
8. Sew beard to the bottom of the head. Attach just below the muzzle, letting it hang down naturally. Use the long tail left for sewing and whipstitch along the top edge.
9. Drape collar around the neck and sew 2-3 discreet anchor points at the back so it stays centered. Do not pull it tight; leave enough room for the head to sit naturally.
10. Sew arms to the body. Align carefully and pin in place before sewing. Check from all angles, then sew firmly with whipstitch.
11. Slip pants 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.
12. Slip shirt 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.
13. Sew sleeves in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
14. Sew shoes in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
15. Sew donut in place following the reference photo. Pin first to check positioning, then whipstitch with matching yarn, weaving in the ends securely.
16. 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.
Maker Tips and Keeping It Clean
These practical tips will help you crochet a well-finished Homer Simpson amigurumi using a 3.5 mm hook at an intermediate skill level.
- Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round to keep track of your increases and decreases.
- Use the invisible decrease method for a smooth finish on the head and body, which prevents visible gaps between stitches.
- Stuff the head firmly with polyester fiberfill before closing the magic ring, paying extra attention to shaping the cheeks and chin area.
- Maintain a tight gauge throughout the project so the stuffing does not show through the stitches.
- Work color changes for the shirt and pants using the surface crochet technique for clean, defined lines.
- Use short rows when shaping the mouth area to create a nicely curved smile.
Follow these care instructions to keep your finished doll looking its best over time.
- Hand wash gently in cool water with a mild detergent to preserve the yarn fibers.
- Air dry flat on a clean towel to maintain the shape of the head and limbs.
- Avoid direct sunlight during drying to prevent color fading on the yellow and blue sections.
- Spot clean small marks with a damp cloth rather than submerging the entire piece.
Common Questions About This Pattern
What yarn and hook should I use for the Homer Simpson amigurumi?
Use worsted weight yarn with a 3.5 mm crochet hook. This combination gives the tight stitch definition needed to keep the stuffing from showing through, especially around the head and facial features.
How long does the Homer Simpson amigurumi take to make?
The time for this project is 2-4 hours, depending on your pace and how many pieces you complete in one sitting.
Is the Homer Simpson amigurumi pattern suitable for beginners?
This pattern is rated Intermediate. You should be comfortable with amigurumi basics, including invisible decrease, working in continuous rounds, and simple color changes for the hair and shirt.
Can I sell finished Homer Simpson amigurumi made from this pattern?
Yes, you may sell finished items made from this pattern in small quantities. Please credit the designer when listing your work online.
Can I make the Homer Simpson amigurumi larger or smaller?
To resize, switch to a thicker or thinner yarn and pair it with the appropriate hook size. Keep your tension consistent so the stitches stay even and the stuffing does not gap.
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