Free pattern viewable on my blog: https://www.sweetsofties.com/2025/09/pocket-crab.html

The Pocket Crab is a quick, easy, and completely no-sew amigurumi! With this crochet pattern, you can create an army of tiny crabs that make great keychains, funny stocking stuffers, Easter egg fillers, party favors, class Valentine’s Day gifts with and more. Surprise someone with a mini baby crab today! Since this small amigurumi takes a familiar crocheter about 20 minutes or less to finish, they make great last-minute gifts and stock for craft fairs. This pattern is also compatible with a variety of yarn types and weights, including plush yarn, blanket yarn, and super bulky weight chenille velvet yarn.
The PDF pattern includes detailed photo references and a link to the full video tutorial to help crocheters confidently finish this project. Also included is a free printable: Valentine’s Day gift tags made specifically for the mini crab.

SIZE
Approximately 4.5-5cm across

MATERIALS
Medium weight 4 yarn in desired color
2.75mm crochet hook
6mm plastic safety eyes
Fiberfill stuffing
Scissors
Yarn needle

LEVEL
★★☆☆☆ Familiar Beginner. Requires familiarity with stitches used (below) and changing yarn colors.

STITCHES USED (US TERMS)
FO = fasten off
ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet
inc = increase (insert 2 sc in same st)
dec = decrease (sc 2 sts together)
BLO = back loops only
FLO = front loops only

COPYRIGHT NOTICE · This pattern is © 2025 Sweet Softies, www.sweetsofties.com. For personal use only. You may not translate, distribute, copy, alter, or sell this pattern in any way. My patterns may not be used in video tutorials or for teaching classes (both online and in-person). You may link to this pattern but you may not copy any part of the pattern instructions on other websites. You may sell finished items made with this pattern if you credit Sweet Softies as the designer and link to my website. No wholesale.

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