Meet this adorable little crocheted mouse with its charming whiskers and bright orange overalls!
This delightful amigurumi project is perfect for both beginners and experienced crocheters looking to create something that brings joy. What makes this mouse special is its huggable size, sweet expression, and the lovable details like its round ears and tiny red nose.
Ready to make your own cuddly companion? Don't worry if you're new to amigurumi – I'll guide you through each step with detailed instructions and clear photos.
Grab your yarn and hook, and let's create this irresistible little friend together!
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Details About Mouse
This adorable amigurumi mouse stands about 5 inches (12.5 cm) tall when wearing its sweet orange overalls - just the perfect size to fit snugly in your hand or brighten up any shelf! While I went with a classic light grey for the mouse's body and vibrant orange for the overalls, you can absolutely let your creativity run wild with the color combinations.
For a vintage-inspired look, try pairing soft beige yarn for the body with dusty blue or muted red overalls. Want something more playful? A white mouse with rainbow-striped overalls would be absolutely delightful! For those who love pastels, imagine a cream-colored mouse wearing soft mint or gentle lavender overalls. The most important thing is choosing colors that make you smile!
No matter which colors you choose, remember to pick a contrasting shade for the nose (I used red) and black for the eyes and whiskers to give your mouse that sweet, characteristic expression.
Recommended Yarn and Crochet Hooks
For this adorable mousie, I absolutely love using Loopara 5 ply milk cotton yarn - it's perfect for amigurumi with its soft texture and sturdy hold! To create your own cuddly friend, you'll need light grey milk cotton yarn for the body, a bit of pink or red yarn for that sweet little nose, a small amount of black yarn for the whiskers and eyebrows.
Don't forget the star of the show - that adorable orange overalls! Just grab your orange Loopara milk cotton yarn and one small decorative button to complete the look. Throughout this project, I used a 3.0mm crochet hook, which creates nice, tight stitches that keep the stuffing from showing through. If you tend to crochet tightly, you might want to size up to 3.5mm, while loose crocheters should stick with 3.0mm.
Quick tip: The key to making this mouse look super cute is working your stitches tightly and evenly. This will give your amigurumi a neat, professional finish and keep all that stuffing safely inside where it belongs!
Materials needed for Mouse
- Yarn – Loopara 5ply combed cotton (Red 24, Orange 34, Grey 56, Black 59, and Pink 62)
- Hook – 3.0mm
- Scissors
- Stitch Marker
- Tweezers
- Positioning Beads
- Yarn Needle
- Fiber Fill
- Eyeball
- Buttons
- Molding Strip
- Hot Melt Adhesive
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- sc2tog – single crochet 2 together
- sl – slip stitch
- FLO – front loops only
How to Crochet Mouse – Step by Step
How to Crochet the Head
Round 1: Make a magic ring, chain 1, work 8 single crochet into the ring, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: Chain 1, work 8 single crochet increase around, slip stitch to join.
Round 3: Chain 1, (single crochet, single crochet increase) 8 times around, slip stitch to join.
Round 4: Chain 1, (single crochet, single crochet increase, single crochet) 8 times around, slip stitch to join.
Round 5: Chain 1, (4 single crochet, single crochet increase) twice, 5 single crochet, single crochet increase, (4 single crochet, single crochet increase) twice, 5 single crochet, single crochet increase, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 6-9: Chain 1, work 38 single crochet around, slip stitch to join.
Round 10: Chain 1, work 9 single crochet, 6 single crochet increase, 8 single crochet, 6 single crochet increase, 9 single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 11-14: Chain 1, work 50 single crochet around, slip stitch to join.
Round 15: Chain 1, work 9 single crochet, 6 single crochet 2 together, 8 single crochet, 6 single crochet 2 together, 9 single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Round 16: Chain 1, (3 single crochet, single crochet 2 together) 3 times, 2 single crochet, single crochet 2 together, (3 single crochet, single crochet 2 together) 3 times, 2 single crochet, single crochet 2 together, slip stitch to join.
Round 17: Chain 1, (3 single crochet, single crochet 2 together) 6 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 18: Chain 1, (single crochet, single crochet 2 together, single crochet) 6 times, slip stitch to join.
Before finishing, stuff the head firmly with fiberfill. Leave a long tail for sewing.
Tips: When working with the magic ring, pull it tight before starting your first round to avoid any holes in the center of your work. Work your stitches fairly tight to prevent stuffing from showing through. However, be careful not to make them so tight that you struggle to insert your hook into the previous round.
How to Crochet the Arm (Make 2)
Round 1: Chain 1, make 6 single crochet into the magic ring, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: Chain 1, (2 single crochet, single crochet increase) 3 times, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 3-8: Chain 1, 8 single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Fasten off, stuff the arms with fiberfill.
Tips: Leave long enough tails on both arms for attaching to the body later.
How to Crochet the Ear (Make 2)
Round 1: Chain 1, with pink color: make 6 single crochet in magic ring, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: Chain 1, 6 single crochet increase (change to gray yarn in the last stitch), slip stitch to join.
Round 3: Chain 1, (2 single crochet, single crochet increase) 4 times, slip stitch to join.
Tips: When changing colors in round 2, wait until the last yarn over of the last stitch to introduce the new color.
How to Crochet the Legs and Body
Round 1: Chain 1, make 6 single crochet in magic ring, slip stitch to join.
Round 2: Chain 1, 6 single crochet increase (change to orange yarn in the last stitch), slip stitch to join.
Rounds 3-4: Chain 1, 12 single crochet, slip stitch to join. Make 2 legs, fasten off the first leg. For the second leg: chain 3, join to the first leg with slip stitch, continue pattern.
Round 5: Chain 1, 12 single crochet, 3 single crochet, 12 single crochet, 3 single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Round 6: Chain 1, (2 single crochet, single crochet increase, 2 single crochet) 6 times, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 7-9: Chain 1, 36 single crochet, slip stitch to join. Change to gray yarn in the last stitch of round 9.
Round 10: Chain 1, 11 single crochet, (front loops only 10 single crochet), 15 single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Round 11: Chain 1, 6 single crochet, single crochet 2 together, 16 single crochet, single crochet 2 together, 10 single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Round 12: Chain 1, 4 single crochet, 2 single crochet 2 together, 14 single crochet, 2 single crochet 2 together, 8 single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Round 13: Chain 1, (2 single crochet, single crochet 2 together, 2 single crochet) 5 times, slip stitch to join.
Round 14: Chain 1, 10 single crochet, single crochet 2 together, 13 single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Round 15: Chain 1, (2 single crochet, single crochet 2 together) 6 times, slip stitch to join, stuff with fiberfill.
Round 16: Chain 1, 2 single crochet, flatten arms and join with 4 single crochet, 5 single crochet, flatten arms and join with 4 single crochet, 3 single crochet.
Tips: When attaching the arms in round 16, pin them in place first to ensure they're positioned evenly on both sides.
How to Crochet the Front Pouch
Round 1: Chain 1, make 10 single crochet into the ring.
Rounds 2-4: Chain 1, turn, 10 single crochet.
Round 5: Chain 12.
Tips: Keep your tension even for neat edges.
How to Crochet the Tail
Round 1: Chain 1, make 6 single crochet into the ring, slip stitch to join.
Rounds 2-5: Chain 1, 6 single crochet, slip stitch to join (add the molding strip at the end of Round 5, stuff lightly with fiberfill).
Rounds 6-18: Chain 1, 6 single crochet, slip stitch to join.
Tips: When adding the strip, make sure the ends are well-covered to prevent poking through. Keep your stitches tight around the strip to prevent it from showing through.
Crochet Mouse Assemble
Step 1. Take out the head and body pieces. Thread the reserved tail from the head through a yarn needle. Align the stitches between head and body, and sew them together carefully one stitch at a time. When you're almost done with the seam, add a small amount of fiberfill, then continue sewing until complete.
Step 2. Place eyeballs between rounds 10-11, with 5 stitches space between the eyes. Then take black yarn, split it into 2 strands and thread your needle. Tie a knot at the end.
Step 3. For the eyebrows, insert your needle at any point, come up 2 rounds above the eye, then go down diagonally across 2 stitches width. Repeat the same process for the other eyebrow. After completing the eyebrows, embroider the whiskers below the eyes. Make sure the whiskers are symmetrical on both sides.
Step 4. Take red yarn and split into 2 strands. Embroider the mouth in an inverted triangle shape in the round below the eyes, filling it in completely. Then use black yarn to embroider small teeth.
Step 5. Use positioning Beads to pin the ears and then sew them to the head.
Step 6. Sew the overall straps to the back of the body, then attach the button at the center of the front pocket.
Tips: Before sewing the head to the body, pin it in place first. This helps ensure your mouse will have its head positioned correctly. When attaching the overall straps, make sure they're the same length and tension on both sides. Uneven straps can make the overalls sit crooked. After sewing on the button, give it a few extra securing stitches.
Care and Cleaning Instructions
Daily Care Tips
Keep your little mouse friend looking adorable with some simple daily care! Gently brush the surface with a soft brush to remove any dust or lint. If your mouse gets a little squished from too many cuddles (which is bound to happen), you can fluff it back to shape with your fingers. Pay special attention to those cute whiskers and ears - give them a gentle reshape if they get bent out of place.
Washing Methods
While our mousie is made with love and sturdy materials, it's best to avoid machine washing. Instead, spot clean any marks or stains using a damp cloth with mild soap if needed. Gently dab the area - don't rub too hard! Make sure to let your mouse dry completely at room temperature. Never use a hairdryer or place in direct sunlight, as this might damage the yarn or affect the stuffing.
Storage Suggestions
When your mouse needs a little rest, store it in a clean, dry place away from direct sunlight. A drawer or display shelf works perfectly! Avoid storing in plastic bags which can trap moisture - instead, use a cloth bag or box if you need to pack it away. If you're displaying your mouse, try to keep it away from areas where it might collect dust or where pets might mistake it for a real playmate.
What’s Next?
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