20 Easy Amigurumi Accessories for Crochet Plushies

Wearable accessories are among the easiest ways to customize crochet plushies because they can change the finished look without permanently altering the animal. Hats, scarves, bandanas and bows can also be made removable, allowing the recipient to change the plushie’s outfit for different seasons, holidays or pretend-play adventures.

A small crochet hat can give an amigurumi animal a completely different personality. A simple beanie can turn an ordinary bear into a cozy winter character, while a bucket hat can make the same animal look ready for an outdoor adventure. A straw-style hat could create a farmer, a sun hat could work for a beach-themed plushie and a floppy pointed hat could transform an animal into a wizard or storybook character.

A scarf is one of the simplest amigurumi accessories you can make, which makes it a great choice for beginners or anyone who needs a quick finishing detail. The scarf can be as basic as a starting chain followed by one or two rows of single crochet, or you can use ribbing, stripes or a textured stitch to create a more detailed design. Small pieces of fringe can be added to each end, although a plain scarf can be just as cute.

A miniature bandana or neckerchief is a fun accessory for crocheted dogs, cows, horses, bears and farm animals. A red or blue bandana can create a country or western-inspired look, while floral or pastel colors can give the same animal a softer spring style. You can make the bandana by crocheting a small triangle with ties or by creating a long, narrow strip that wraps comfortably around the neck.

A tiny tutu can turn a bunny, bear, elephant, doll or unicorn into a ballerina. You can crochet the entire tutu or create a crocheted waistband and attach strips of tulle for a fuller, lighter appearance. This accessory would work especially well for a dance-recital gift, birthday present, nursery decoration or ballerina-themed crochet design.

A bridle and saddle can turn a basic crochet horse or pony into a western horse, show horse, racehorse or fantasy character. A simple bridle can be created with crocheted chains, narrow straps or a small amount of cord. For the saddle, crochet a small oval or rectangle that rests across the horse’s back and add straps underneath to help hold it in place.

A miniature bag, purse or backpack immediately gives a crochet plushie a sense of purpose and adventure. A backpack can make the animal look as though it is heading to school, going camping or setting off on a journey. A tiny purse could create a shopping or dress-up theme, while a satchel would be a sweet addition to a storybook bear.

A flower crown or decorative headband can add a soft, whimsical touch to woodland animals, unicorns, bunnies, lambs and cows. To make one, crochet several tiny flowers and leaves and attach them to a narrow band that fits around the plushie’s head. You can create a full crown or keep the design understated by placing one flower beside an ear.

Clothing for crochet animals does not need to be complicated or perfectly fitted. In many cases, a simple rectangle can be wrapped around the body and secured beneath the arms to create a vest. A decorative collar can be made using a narrow strip of crochet, scalloped edging or a few rows of textured stitches.

A crown, cape or themed accessory can transform a simple animal into an imaginative character. A tiny crown can turn a bear, frog or lion into royalty, while a cape can create a superhero, prince, princess, wizard or storybook adventurer. To make a cape, crochet a small rectangle or semicircle and add ties or a button near the neck.

A pair of glasses can make an amigurumi plushie appear studious, playful, professional or wise. Round spectacles would be perfect for a book-loving bear, while heart-shaped glasses or sunglasses could complement a summer or beach-themed animal. Thin yarn or crochet thread can be used to crochet the frames, and some makers also use craft wire to help them hold their shape.

Giving a plushie a favorite food is an easy way to show its personality without creating a complete outfit. A bunny could hold a carrot, a bear could carry a jar of honey and a mouse could have a tiny piece of cheese. A squirrel might hold an acorn, a monkey could carry a banana and a horse could have a small apple.

A pair of wings can turn an ordinary crochet animal into a fairy, angel, butterfly, bat or dragon. The shape and color of the wings will play a large role in determining the finished character. Pointed black wings create a very different effect from rounded white wings or colorful butterfly wings.

Tiny shoes, boots or slippers can complete an outfit and make the plushie’s theme easier to recognize. Cowboy boots could be added to a horse or farm animal, rain boots would be adorable for a spring design and ballet slippers could be paired with a tutu. Other possibilities include hiking boots, sneakers, winter boots and soft house slippers.

An apron can turn a bear into a baker, a bunny into a gardener or a pig into a chef. Adding a small pocket creates space for another miniature accessory, such as a spoon, flower, paintbrush or crochet hook. A tool belt could create a builder or carpenter, while a utility belt might work for an explorer, adventurer or superhero-inspired animal.

A handheld prop gives the plushie something to do and can help you create a small scene around it. You could crochet a book, umbrella, magic wand, fishing pole, balloon, paintbrush, lantern or musical instrument. A frog might hold an umbrella, a bear could carry a book and a cat could play with a ball of yarn.

Adding yarn hair can completely change the look of a simple crochet animal. You might add curls, bangs, pigtails, braids, a beard, a mustache or a fluffy mane. A lion could have a textured mane, while a horse or unicorn could have long strands of yarn in one color or several coordinating shades.

A small pumpkin can turn a basic animal into a fall plushie, while a Santa hat, Christmas stocking or miniature strand of lights can prepare it for the holidays. An Easter basket could be paired with a bunny, and a party hat with a tiny present could create a birthday-themed design.

Headphones can turn a crochet animal into a music lover, gamer or podcast fan, while a small microphone headset might work for a pilot, customer-service worker or online gamer. Earmuffs are another easy option for a winter-themed animal and can be paired with a matching scarf or hat.

Giving a plushie its own blanket, sleeping bag or tiny pillow can turn it into a more interactive play set. This works especially well for bedtime animals, dolls, loveys and nursery decorations. A miniature granny-square blanket can help use several leftover yarn colors, while a simple rectangular blanket can be completed quickly with only a few rows of crochet.