Spread handmade love this Valentine's Day with the No-Sew Amigurumi Love Bug, a quick, beginner-friendly crochet project that's as adorable as it is heartfelt!
Looking for a handmade gift that's quick, easy, and absolutely adorable for Valentine's Day? This No-Sew Amigurumi Love Bug is perfect for Valentine's Day or any occasion that calls for a touch of handmade love!
No sewing is required as arms and wings are crocheted directly onto the body. The only stitching involved is for the tiny heart the love bug holds, adding a sweet detail to this delightful creation.
What You Need / Materials
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- Worsted weight yarn in the following colors:
- White (I used Hobbii Friends 8/8 in White #01)
- Hot Pink (I used Hobbii Friends 8/8 in Candyfloss #45)
- Light Pink (I used Hobbii Friends 8/8 in Baby Pink #51)
- Red (I used Hobbii Friends 8/8 in Tomato #40)
- 3.25 mm Crochet Hook
- Safety Eyes (I used 9.0 mm)
- Polyester Stuffing of your choice
- Yarn Needle
- Stitch Markers
- Scissors
Finished Size
- Finished amigurumi measures approximately 4 inches (10 cm) in height, not including antennas.
- Consider using a different yarn weight/category and appropriate hook size for this project to make it bigger/smaller.
Level of Difficulty
- ★★☆☆☆ Beginner / Easy
- Requires familiarity with stitches used (below), attaching plastic safety eyes, changing yarn colors, and basic embroidery.
Stitches & Abbreviations
- st/sts - stitch/stitches
- ch - chain
- slst - slip stitch
- sc - single crochet
- sc inc - single crochet increase, 2 single crochets in one stitch
- sc dec - single crochet decrease, single crochet 2 stitches together
- hdc - half double crochet
- BLO - back loops only
Pattern Notes
- This pattern is written using US crochet terms.
- The arms and wings are crocheted onto the body, so there's no sewing involved. Follow the order of the pattern and make the arms and wings before making the body and head.
- Use the Yarn Under Single Crochet technique to achieve tighter, more aligned stitches.
- Learn how to seamlessly change color in crochet mid-row or round to create clean color transitions.
- Crochet in continuous spiral rounds. Do not join at the end of each round unless otherwise stated.
- Use a running stitch marker to keep your place when crocheting in rounds.
- Use the ultimate finish to neatly close up your amigurumi pieces.
- Optional: Use the invisible increase and invisible decrease to enhance the appearance of your amigurumi.
- Optional: Use the half-color change technique for clean color transitions between rounds
Free Crochet Pattern
Arms (make 2)
Using a 3.25 mm crochet hook and hot pink color yarn...
Round 1: Magic Ring with a base of 6 sc (6 sts)
Round 2-4: Sc in each st around (6 sts x 3 rounds)
Cut and fasten off.
Wings (make 2)
Using a 3.25 mm crochet hook and white color yarn...
Round 1: Magic Ring with a base of 6 sc (6 sts)
Round 2: Sc inc in each st around (12 sts)
Round 3: [Sc, sc inc] x 6 times (18 sts)
Round 4-6: Sc in each st around (18 sts x 3 rounds)
Round 7: [Sc, sc dec] x 6 times (12 sts)
Round 8: [Sc, sc dec] x 4 times (8 sts)
Round 9: Sc dec in each st around (4 sts)
Cut and fasten off with a longer tail for crocheting to the body later.
Body and Head
Using a 3.25 mm crochet hook and hot pink color yarn...
Round 1: Magic Ring with a base of 3 sc (3 sts)
Round 2: 2 sc, sc inc (4 sts)
Round 3: [Sc, sc inc] x 2 times (6 sts)
Round 4: Sc inc in each st around (12 sts)
Round 5: [Sc, sc inc] x 6 times (18 sts)
Round 6: [Sc, sc inc, sc] x 6 times (24 sts)
Change to light pink color yarn...
Round 7-9: Sc in each st around (24 sts x 3 rounds)
Change to hot pink color yarn...
Round 10: Sc in each st around (24 sts)
Round 11: [Sc, sc dec, sc] x 6 times (18 sts)
Change to the white color yarn from the yarn tail from the wing...
Round 12: 2 sc the wing onto the body
Change back to hot pink color yarn...
2 sc on the body, 3 sc the first arm onto the body, 4 sc on the body, 3 sc the second arm onto the body, and 2 sc on the body.
Change to white color yarn from the yarn tail of the second wing...
2 sc the wing onto the body (18 sts)
Change to light pink color yarn...
Round 13: Slst in each st around (18 sts)
Round 14: [Sc, sc inc, sc] x 6 times (24 sts)
Round 15: [3 sc, sc inc] x 6 times (30 sts)
Round 16: [2 sc, sc inc, 2 sc] x 6 times (36 sts)
Round 17: [5 sc, sc inc] x 6 times (42 sts)
Round 18-22: Sc in each st around (42 sts x 5 rounds)
Round 23: [5 sc, sc dec] x 6 times (36 sts)
Round 24: [2 sc, sc dec, 2 sc] x 6 times (30 sts)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 19 and 20, about 7 sts apart.
(I usually count from where the safety eye is inserted, including the one that the safety eye might be covering once inserted)
Round 25: [3 sc, sc dec] x 6 times (24 sts)
Round 26: [Sc, sc dec, sc] x 6 times (18 sts)
Stuff the amigurumi with polyfill stuffing before closing and fastening off the amigurumi.
Round 27: [Sc, sc dec] x 6 times (12 sts)
Round 28: Sc dec in each st around (6 sts)
Cut and fasten off with a tail.
Use the ultimate finish to close up the top of the head.
Antenna
Using a 3.25 mm crochet hook and hot pink color yarn...
Row 1: Ch 6, slst into the back bump of the second ch from the hook, 4 slst into the back bumps of the ch across (5 sts)
Cut and fasten off. Weave in the ends.
Insert the hook into the crown of the head off to the side between Rounds 26 and 27, pull up a loop of hot pink yarn over, and make the first chain.
Slst down the chain in the back bumps of the chain. Cut and fasten off.
Do the same thing for the second antenna, but insert the hook closer to the crown of the head between rounds 27 and 28 so that the antennas will face the same direction when finished.
Blush (optional)
Use pink yarn and embroider some pink for blush on the amigurumi bee under the eyes.
Heart
Using a 3.25 mm crochet hook and red yarn...
Round 1: Magic ring, ch 2, 3 tr, 3 dc, 1 tr, 3 dc, 3 tr, ch 2, slst into the magic ring. Close the magic ring to close it off.
Attach it to your amigurumi love bug, and now you're done!
Why I Made This Amigurumi Love Bug
Every year, as Valentine's Day approaches, I find myself inspired to create something special that captures the essence of love and affection. This year, I wanted to revisit a project that is not only adorable but also accessible to crocheters of all skill levels.
Drawing inspiration from my popular No-Sew Amigurumi Bee pattern, I envisioned a love-themed variation that would be perfect for the season. Then, this No-Sew amigurumi Love Bug was born.
Crocheted in shades of pink and holding a tiny heart, this mini amigurumi is designed to be beginner-friendly and quick to make. By crocheting the arms and wings directly onto the body and attaching the antennae without sewing, it's a stress-free project that comes together quickly.
The only sewing required is for the tiny heart the love bug holds, a sweet detail that adds to its charm.
Whether you're short on time or looking for a last-minute gift, this project can be completed within a few hours. It's perfect for gifting to loved ones or adding a sweet, handmade touch to your holiday decor this Valentine's Day.
Creative Uses and Ideas
- Valentine's Day Gifts: Craft heartfelt tokens for loved ones, classmates, or coworkers.
- Party Favors: Distribute at weddings, baby showers, or themed parties for a charming handmade touch.
- Home Decor: Incorporate into seasonal decorations, wreaths, or table centerpieces.
- Nursery Accents: Add to mobiles or shelves for a whimsical touch in a baby's room.
- Keychains and Bag Charms: Attach to keys or bags for a portable piece of handmade art.
- Craft Fair Merchandise: Sell as quick, appealing items at markets or online shops.
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This is an original crochet pattern written by Juli Anne of Once Upon a Cheerio. Please do not claim this crochet pattern as your own. If you wish to share this crochet pattern, you may link to this blog post, but please do not reprint it on your site. You may keep a copy for personal use, but please DO NOT sell or distribute the crochet pattern.
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