Easy Colorful Crochet Spider Amigurumi Pattern – Fun Step-by-Step Guide
Spider Amigurumi
Welcome to a world where yarn meets whimsy! If you're looking for a fun, beginner-friendly project that adds a splash of color and charm to your crochet collection, you're in the right place. This easy colorful crochet spider amigurumi pattern is perfect for anyone who loves playful designs, vibrant textures, and the joy of handmade creations.
Whether you're crafting for Halloween, decorating a child’s room, or simply exploring new shapes in your amigurumi journey, this spider brings personality and flair to your hook. With clear step-by-step instructions and a cheerful palette, you’ll enjoy every stitch of this delightful project.
And the best part? This pattern is completely free—a gift from my creative corner to yours. I believe in sharing inspiration and making crochet accessible to everyone, no matter your skill level or background. So grab your favorite yarns, settle into your cozy crafting space, and let’s bring this colorful little spider to life together.
Ready to start? Scroll down for the full pattern, tips, and photos to guide you through each step. Let’s make something magical—one stitch at a time.
If you follow the step-by-step instructions, you’ll see it’s very easy to make.
Feel free to play with colors and choose the shades you love most.
To make the legs firmer, we used wire armature, but you can also use flexible cable.
⚠️ If you’re making this spider for a small child, we recommend skipping the wire or cable.
You can simply stuff the legs with fiberfill and leave them dangling — it looks adorable, especially if used in a mobile!
Little ones love tossing and playing with this poor spider! 😄
Remember: the final size will depend on the yarn and hook you use.
Ready to crochet this charming amigurumi spider? Let’s get started!
🧠 Head
1. Magic ring
2. 6 sc into ring
3. 6 inc (12)
4. 1 sc, 1 inc x6 (18)
5. 2 sc, 1 inc x6 (24)
6. 3 sc, 1 inc x6 (30)
7. 4 sc, 1 inc x6 (36)
8. 5 sc, 1 inc x6 (42)
9. 6 sc, 1 inc x6 (48)
10–11. 48 sc
10. 7 sc, 1 inc x6 (54)
13–18. 54 sc
11. 7 sc, 1 dec x6 (48)
12. 48 sc
13. 6 sc, 1 dec x6 (42)
14. 5 sc, 1 dec x6 (36)
15. 4 sc, 1 dec x6 (30)
16. In back loops only: 3 sc, 1 dec x6 (24)
Stuff the head
17. 2 sc, 1 dec x6 (18)
18. 1 sc, 1 dec x6 (12)
19. 6 dec, fasten off and hide the yarn tail
✅ Head complete!
🕸️ Body (Start from the tail)
Use color changes as desired, keeping transitions neat and consistent.
1. Magic ring
2. 6 sc into ring
3. 6 inc (12)
4. 1 sc, 1 inc x6 (18)
5. 2 sc, 1 inc x6 (24)
6. 3 sc, 1 inc x6 (30)
7. 4 sc, 1 inc x6 (36)
8. 5 sc, 1 inc x6 (42)
9. 6 sc, 1 inc x6 (48)
10. 7 sc, 1 inc x6 (54)
11. 8 sc, 1 inc x6 (60)
Change color
12. 9 sc, 1 inc x6 (66)
13. 10 sc, 1 inc x6 (72)
14. 72 sc
15. 11 sc, 1 inc x6 (78)
Change color
16–19. 78 sc
Change color
16. 78 sc
17. 11 sc, 1 dec x6 (72)
18. 72 sc
19. 10 sc, 1 dec x6 (66)
Change color
24–25. 66 sc
20. 9 sc, 1 dec x6 (60)
21. 60 sc
Change color
22. 8 sc, 1 dec x6 (54)
23. 54 sc
24. 7 sc, 1 dec x6 (48)
25. 48 sc
Change color
26. 6 sc, 1 dec x6 (42)
27. 5 sc, 1 dec x6 (36)
28. 4 sc, 1 dec x6 (30)
29. In back loops only: 3 sc, 1 dec x6 (24)
30. 2 sc, 1 dec x6 (18)
31. 1 sc, 1 dec x6 (12)
32. 6 dec, fasten off and leave a long tail to sew the head to the body using the free loops from round 24 (head) and round 35 (body)
✅ Make sure color changes are positioned on the underside of the body.
👀 Eyes (White yarn, no stuffing)
1. Magic ring
2. 6 sc into ring
3. 6 inc (12)
4. 1 sc, 1 inc x6 (18)
5. 2 sc, 1 inc x6 (24)
6–9. 24 sc
6. 2 sc, 1 dec x6 (18)
7. 1 sc, 1 dec x6 (12)
8. 6 dec, fasten off and hide yarn tail
👃 Nose (Any color you like)
1. Magic ring
2. 6 sc into ring
3. 6 inc (12)
4. 5 sc, 1 inc x2 (14)
5–8. 14 sc
5. 5 sc, 1 dec x2 (12)
6. 6 dec, fasten off and hide yarn tail
🦵 Legs (8 total — each made in 2 parts)
Upper Legs (x8)
1. Magic ring
2. 6 sc into ring
3. 6 inc (12)
4. 5 sc, 1 inc x2 (14)
5–7. 14 sc
5. 5 sc, 1 dec x2 (12)
9–10. 12 sc
6. 4 sc, 1 dec x2 (10)
12–13. 10 sc
7. 8 sc, 1 dec (9)
8. 9 sc
9. 7 sc, 1 dec (8)
17–19. 8 sc
Close by joining both sides with 4 sc — this part will be sewn to the lower legs
Lower Legs (x8)
Start from the foot using a darker color than the upper legs.
1. Magic ring
2. 6 sc into ring
3. 6 inc (12)
4. 2 sc, 1 inc x4 (16)
5. 16 sc
6. 3 sc, 1 inc x4 (20)
7–11. 20 sc
Change color
7. 1 sc, 1 dec x10 (10)
13–14. 10 sc
8. 3 sc, 1 dec x2 (8)
Close by joining both sides with 4 sc — this part will be sewn to the upper legs
Once all 8 legs are assembled, attach them to the body using the color rows as a guide.
Sew the eyes to the head, add a little tuft of hair for extra charm, and embroider or crochet two small black circles for the pupils.
Congratulations! You’ve just completed your very own colorful crochet spider amigurumi, and I hope the process was as joyful and satisfying as the final result. Whether your spider is bold and bright or soft and pastel, each creation carries your unique touch—and that’s what makes handmade art so special.
This free pattern was designed to be fun, accessible, and full of personality. If you enjoyed this project, I invite you to explore more patterns, tips, and tutorials here on the blog. I’m always adding new ideas to spark your creativity and help you grow as a maker.
Feel free to share your finished spider on social media or tag me so I can celebrate your work with you! Seeing your interpretations and color choices is one of the most rewarding parts of this journey.
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Until next time—keep stitching, keep smiling, and never stop exploring the magic of yarn. 🧶💫
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