Amigurumi Labubu – Old Library

Abbreviations (US Terms):

• MR: Magic Ring
• SC: Single Crochet
• INC: Increase
• DEC: Decrease
• BLO: Back Loop Only
• SL ST: Slip Stitch
• FO: Fasten Off

Head:

1. MR, 6 SC (6)
2. INC x6 (12)
3. (SC, INC) x6 (18)
4. (2 SC, INC) x6 (24)
5. (3 SC, INC) x6 (30)
   6–10. SC around (30)
6. Add facial details using felt or embroidery
7. (3 SC, DEC) x6 (24)
8. (2 SC, DEC) x6 (18)
9. (SC, DEC) x6 (12)
10. DEC x6 (6), FO and close.

What I love most about creating an Amigurumi Labubu is the balance between structure and creativity. While the design has specific features that define it, there’s still plenty of room to add your own touch. Each piece ends up slightly different, reflecting the choices made along the way. After years of crocheting, this is something I truly appreciate, the ability to create something recognizable yet uniquely your own.

In the end, this project becomes more than just a small handmade figure. It carries personality, expression, and a sense of playfulness that makes it stand out. Whether it’s displayed as part of a collection, given as a gift, or simply kept as a personal project, it has that unmistakable handmade charm. For me, projects like this are what keep crochet exciting, because they challenge you to combine technique with creativity, resulting in something that feels both familiar and entirely new.

Body:

1. MR, 6 SC (6)
2. INC x6 (12)
3. (SC, INC) x6 (18)
   4–8. SC around (18)
4. Split for legs, work 9 SC for first leg, finish, repeat for second leg.

Arms (Make 2):

1. MR, 6 SC
   2–5. SC around (6)
2. FO and sew to body sides.

Ears (Make 2 in Blue, 2 in White):

1. Chain 10, work SC across (9)
   2–3. Turn, SC across
2. Join inner and outer ear parts, SL ST around
3. Sew to top of head.

What I love most about creating an Amigurumi Labubu is the balance between structure and creativity. While the design has specific features that define it, there’s still plenty of room to add your own touch. Each piece ends up slightly different, reflecting the choices made along the way. After years of crocheting, this is something I truly appreciate, the ability to create something recognizable yet uniquely your own.

In the end, this project becomes more than just a small handmade figure. It carries personality, expression, and a sense of playfulness that makes it stand out. Whether it’s displayed as part of a collection, given as a gift, or simply kept as a personal project, it has that unmistakable handmade charm. For me, projects like this are what keep crochet exciting, because they challenge you to combine technique with creativity, resulting in something that feels both familiar and entirely new.

Note: Here is a pattern suggestion for you to create your own pattern. The end result may vary.