25 Easy Halloween Amigurumi Patterns Free Tutorial

9. Fluffy Black Spider

Bring a touch of playful creepiness to your Halloween decor with this adorable Fluffy Black Spider. Featuring a soft, textured body and eight bendable legs radiating outwards, this little arachnid is quick to whip up and adds plenty of spooky charm in just one hour.

Materials You Will Need

• Black fuzzy novelty yarn or DK yarn (approx. 25 grams / 60 metres)
• 3.5 mm (US E/4) crochet hook
• Polyester fiberfill stuffing
• Two 8 mm black plastic safety eyes
• Scrap of pink embroidery floss for the smile
• Yarn needle and stitch marker

Gauge

First 3 rounds of the body measure approximately 3 cm across. Gauge is not critical for this project, but work tightly with your fuzzy yarn to ensure the stuffing does not show through.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• inc: single crochet 2 in same stitch
• dec: single crochet 2 together
• 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 body is worked in continuous spiral rounds without joining. Do not turn at the end of rounds.
• Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round and move it up as you go.
• Stitch counts are shown in brackets at the end of each round.
• Stuff the body firmly before closing. Leave long tails for sewing parts together.

Instructions

Body – Black, make 1

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc x 6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
Rnds 7-10: sc in each st around (36)
Rnd 11: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
Rnd 12: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Insert safety eyes between Rnds 7 and 8, about 4 stitches apart.
Stuff firmly now.
Rnd 13: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 14: (sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 15: dec x 6 (6)
Fasten off, weave tail through front loops of remaining 6 sts, and pull tight to close.

Legs – Black, make 8

Rnd 1: 5 sc in a magic ring (5)
Rnds 2-6: sc in each st around (5)
Fasten off, leaving a 15 cm tail for sewing. Do not stuff the legs.

Assembly

Sew the 8 legs evenly around the lower sides of the body, four on each side, spacing them out symmetrically between Rnds 6 and 9. Curve each leg slightly to create a crawling spider stance.

Finishing

Using pink embroidery floss, stitch a tiny smile centered just below the safety eyes. Weave in any remaining loose yarn ends securely inside the body.

Tips and Common Mistakes

• Do not overstuff the legs so they remain flexible and easy to position.
• Count your stitches carefully on Rnd 2 of the body to maintain proper shaping.
• Always insert your safety eyes before closing the body completely.
• Keep your tension even throughout to prevent holes where stuffing might poke through.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use smooth DK yarn instead of fuzzy yarn?
Yes, smooth DK yarn works wonderfully and lets you see your stitches much easier, though the spider will have a smoother rather than fluffy texture.

What should I do if I am making this for a baby under three?
Embroider the eyes using black yarn or embroidery floss instead of using plastic safety eyes to eliminate any choking hazards.

How do I keep count of rounds with fuzzy yarn?
Always use a locking stitch marker in the very first stitch of every round so you never lose your place.