Free Pickle Crochet Pattern – Easy Amigurumi Plushie for Beginners

Ready to add some dill-lightful fun to your crochet lineup? This free pickle crochet pattern is quirky, beginner-friendly, and guaranteed to make you smile. Whether you’re making it as a funny handmade gift, a craft fair crowd-pleaser, or just for your own collection of cute amigurumi plushies, this pattern is quick to make and full of personality.

Designed with chunky, plush yarn and simple stitches, all you need to know is the single crochet and bobble stitch to bring this adorable pickle to life. And if you’ve never made a bobble stitch before, don’t worry — I’ve included a step-by-step video tutorial so you can stitch along with confidence. Even if you’re brand new to amigurumi, this project is approachable and fun from start to finish.

From the gentle curve of the pickle body to the cute little bobble “bumps” and happy face, this is the kind of project that makes everyone say, “Oh my goodness, that’s adorable!” It’s part of my growing collection of playful crochet food patterns that also includes ice cream cones, cupcakes, and more.

Why You’ll Love This Crochet Pickle Pattern

● Beginner-friendly – If you can single crochet and are willing to try the bobble stitch, you can make this.
● Quick project – Most crocheters can finish in under 2 hours.
● Customizable – Make a classic green pickle, a rainbow pickle, or even a “sour face” pickle with a different expression.
● Perfect for gifting – Ideal for quirky birthday presents, white elephant exchanges, or kitchen-themed decor.
● Craft fair favorite – Funny, small, and fast to make — perfect for selling in multiples.

Skill Level

Easy / Beginner-Friendly – Knowledge of the magic circle, single crochet, increase, and decrease is recommended. Bobble stitch video tutorial included for beginners.

Crochet Stitches & Abbreviations

● mc – magic circle
● ch – chain
● sc – single crochet
● inc – increase 
● dec – decrease 
● sl st – slip stitch
● bobble stitch – see video tutorial for full instructions

Materials You’ll Need

● Loops & Threads Cozy Cub in Green (main body)
● 12" white worsted weight yarn (eye liner)
● 6mm crochet hook
● Polyfil stuffing
● 16mm safety eyes (or black yarn for embroidered eyes)
● Yarn needle
● Stitch marker

💡 Tip: If you want a mini pickle, use worsted weight yarn and a smaller hook — it makes an adorable keychain-sized plushie.

Step-by-Step Instructions – Free Pickle Crochet Pattern

• Round 1: mc with 6 sc (6)
• Round 2: inc in every st around (12)
• Round 3: [inc, sc in next st around] x6 (18)
• Rounds 4-14 (11 rounds): sc in every st around (18) 
  • Add bobble stitches throughout the rest of the pickle. I added 1-2 bobbles on every 3-4 rounds. [Reference video tutorial above, if needed]
  • Add safety eyes between rounds 8-9 with 1 st showing in between.
  • Stuff with polyfil as you go.
• Rounds 15-17 (3 rounds): sc in 14, sl st in 4 (18) (NOTE: Depending on where you snapped in your eyes, this might differ. What you want to do is line up the 4 sl st on the right side of the center of the pickle to form a slight curve. You may need to adjust the placement of your 4 sl sts to get on the right center side.)
• Rounds 18-25: sc in every st around (18)
• Round 26: [dec, sc in next st] x6 (12)
• Round 27: dec x6 (6)
  • Cut a 12" tail, sew hole closed and tuck into body.

WHITE EYE LINER

• Cut a 12" strand of white worsted weight yarn and grab your needle.
• Insert the needle into the right side of the pickle and come out at the bottom center of the right eye, pull yarn so there’s at least 4 inches hanging, then insert needle at the top center of the right eye.
• The white yarn should be hugging the right side of the right eye.
• Repeat this above the left eye.
• Then bring the end tail back to the same stitch where the beginning tail is. Tie the two together three times then tuck into the head.

Bobble Stitch for the Pickle

If you’ve never done a bobble stitch, watch my Bobble Stitch Video Tutorial before starting. For this pickle pattern, I pull through 5 loops on the hook (instead of 6 like in the tutorial) for slightly smaller bumps.

Bobble stitches give your pickle that perfect “bumpy” texture. You can add them at random or in loose vertical lines — both look great.

Customizing Your Pickle

● Make a rainbow pickle by changing colors every few rounds.
● Add a little felt “jar label” for a funny display.
● Use variegated green yarn for a speckled cucumber look.
● Embroider a mustache or different mouth shapes for extra personality.

Fun Uses for a Crochet Pickle

● Quirky desk decor – Guaranteed to spark conversation.
● White elephant gift – The perfect funny-yet-cute present.
● Kitchen decoration – Pairs well with crochet fruits and veggies.
● Kid’s toy – Soft, safe, and silly.

Related Free Crochet Patterns

● Free Caterpillar Crochet Pattern
● Free Fish Amigurumi Pattern

Final Thoughts

This amigurumi pickle crochet pattern is small, silly, and oh-so-satisfying to make. With its chunky texture and happy little face, it’s a guaranteed mood-booster — and you can whip one up in an afternoon. Whether you’re making one for yourself or gifting it to a fellow pickle lover, this project will definitely earn a smile.

Don’t forget to tag @SimplyHooked1 on social media when you finish your pickle — I can’t wait to see your creations!

About the Designer

Marcy Gardner is the crochet designer behind Simply Hooked, where she creates beginner-friendly amigurumi patterns that help makers of all skill levels create adorable, giftable plushies.

With over 13 years of crochet experience, Marcy has taught hundreds of crocheters through her patterns, kits, and online courses.

Shop her fun and easy patterns today!