Download my crochet otter free pattern that involves minimal sewing so you don’t have to worry about attaching too many parts at the assembly stage. I have also added multiple video tutorials to walk you through the tricky parts of this Amigurumi otter pattern. From shaping the head to attaching the limbs without sewing, I have you covered.

And when it comes to the whiskers, you have two options! You can either embroider them or use fishing line for a super cute, realistic finish. And yes, there is a video tutorial for the fishing line whiskers too!

Please note this is a PDF digital download of the crocheted otter pattern, not the actual crochet toy

DETAILS:

• available only in English using US crochet terms
• skill level: intermediate crochet skills and knowledge
• finished size when using 2.5 mm hook (B/1) & Sport weight yarn (4ply #2): seated: 19cm (7.5”) standing: 24cm (9.5”)

THIS AMIGURUMI OTTER PATTERN CONSISTS OF:

• Step by step pattern descriptions including lots of photos for guidance
• Information on how to assemble your toy including photos
• Information about materials and equipment needed
• List of abbreviations used in the pattern
• Tips and recommendations
• Links to helpful video tutorials

MATERIALS NEEDED:
This pattern will work great with the below yarns:

• 100% cotton yarn, 100% acrylic yarn or a blend of cotton and acrylic
• Sport weight yarn (4ply #2)
• Light worsted weight yarn (DK #3)
• Worsted weight yarn (Aran #4)
• Plush yarn/velvet yarn (Bulky #5)

I USED:

• Sport weight yarn (4ply #2)
• 55% cotton and 45% acrylic blend
• brown yarn - YarnArt Jeans - color 40 - (50g/160m)
• beige yarn - YarnArt Jeans - color 07 - (50g/160m)
• black yarn - YarnArt Jeans - color 53 - (50g/160m)

OTHER MATERIALS USED:

• polyester fibre fill
• black thread embroidery yarn - about 2m (2.25yds)
• (optional) black nylon fishing line, ideally 0.4mm but 0.35mm will also work - about 2m (2.25yds)

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:

• crochet hook: I used 2.5mm = B/1, if using different weight of yarn then refer to hook size recommendations on the yarn but go one size smaller
• scissors, yarn needle, pins with large heads, stitch marker
• 12mm safety eyes

You may sell the crochet toys you made using this crocheted otter pattern as long as you credit me as the original designer