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17. Eyeball Amigurumi Toy

Bring a spooky, playful touch to your Halloween decor with this bouncy, handcrafted Eyeball Amigurumi Toy. Featuring a bright blue iris, embroidered black pupil, and delicate red thread veins, this little sphere is packed with personality and makes a delightfully eerie addition to your seasonal display. Measuring 2.5 inches across, it takes about 45 minutes to complete.

Materials You Will Need

• DK weight cotton yarn (Category 3): White (20 grams, 50 metres), Bright Blue (5 grams, 12 metres)
• Small amount of Black embroidery floss or yarn for pupil
• Small amount of Red embroidery floss for veins
• 3.5 mm (US E/4) crochet hook
• Polyester fiberfill stuffing (10 grams)
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch marker

Gauge

The first 3 rounds of the eyeball measure approximately 2.5 cm across. Working tightly with even tension matters more than exact gauge to prevent the stuffing from showing through the stitches.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• inc: single crochet increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec: invisible single crochet decrease (sc 2 together through front loops only)
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)
• Rnd(s): round(s)
• BLO: back loop only

UK terms: sc = dc, hdc = htr, dc = tr.

Pattern Notes

• The main body and iris are worked in continuous spiral rounds without joining. Do not slip stitch at the end of each round unless instructed.
• Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch of each round. Move it up as each round is completed.
• Stitch counts are shown in brackets at the end of every round, e.g., (12).

Instructions

Iris – Bright Blue, make 1

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc x 6 (12)
Fasten off, leaving a 25 cm tail for sewing to the eyeball.

Eyeball – White, make 1

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc x 6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc in next st, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (sc in next 2 st, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (sc in next 3 st, inc) x 6 (30)
Rnd 6: (sc in next 4 st, inc) x 6 (36)
Rnd 7 – Rnd 11: sc in each st around (36)
Rnd 12: (sc in next 4 st, dec) x 6 (30)
Rnd 13: (sc in next 3 st, dec) x 6 (24)
Rnd 14: (sc in next 2 st, dec) x 6 (18)
Stuff firmly now with polyester fiberfill.
Rnd 15: (sc in next st, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 16: dec x 6 (6)
Fasten off, weave the tail through the front loops of the remaining 6 stitches, and pull tightly to close the hole. Weave in all loose ends securely inside the ball.

Assembly

Center the bright blue iris on the front of the white eyeball, covering approximately Rnd 6 to Rnd 9. Using the long tail left on the iris, whipstitch the outer edge securely to the eyeball, ensuring the circle lies flat.

Finishing

Using a length of black embroidery floss, stitch a small solid circle in the center of the bright blue iris to form the pupil. Using red embroidery floss and a straight stitch, embroider branching blood vessels radiating outward from the iris across the white sclera of the eyeball.

Tips and Common Mistakes

• Do not overstuff the eyeball, or the stitches will stretch and show the filling.
• Keep your tension even throughout the spherical increase and decrease rounds to maintain a smooth round shape.
• Always place your stitch marker in the very first stitch of the round to avoid losing your place in the spiral.
• Embroider the red veins loosely so they lie flat against the curved surface without puckering the stitches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use worsted weight yarn instead of DK yarn?
Yes, you can substitute worsted weight yarn (Category 4) with a 4.0 mm hook, but your finished eyeball will turn out slightly larger, measuring around 3 inches across.

Are safety eyes used in this pattern?
No safety eyes are used for this item. Both the pupil and the iris are completely crafted with yarn and embroidery floss, making it safe for children of all ages.

How do I keep the magic ring from coming undone?
Work your first round stitches firmly over the tail end, and pull the initial tail tight before working the second round. You can also anchor the starting tail with a secure knot on the inside before stuffing.

What is the best way to stuff the sphere evenly?
Add small pinches of fiberfill incrementally as you work the decrease rounds rather than stuffing it all at once at the end. This helps distribute the filling evenly for a smooth, round shape.