

Looking for a delightful and quick crochet project? This Chubby Whale Amigurumi pattern by @rin.meow21 is the perfect choice for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike. With simple steps and minimal materials, you can create an adorable, squishy whale that will bring joy to anyone who sees it. Whether you’re crafting a gift or adding to your handmade collection, this pattern is sure to charm everyone.
Materials and Tools Needed
To make your chubby whale, gather the following materials:
- Chunky Yarn: Use Drops Safran yarn or any chunky yarn of your choice (in any color you like).
- Hook Size: 2.5mm (adjust based on your yarn size).
- Safety Eyes: For the whale’s adorable expression.
- Embroidery Thread: For added details.
- Stitch Marker: To keep track of your rounds.
- Fiber Fill: For stuffing.
- Scissors: To cut yarn.
- Yarn Needle: For sewing pieces together.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR: Magic Ring
- SC: Single Crochet
- INC: Increase (2 SC in the same stitch)
- DEC: Decrease (crochet 2 stitches together)
- (…): Repeat the instructions in brackets the specified number of times
- SL.ST: Slip Stitch
- CH: Chain
- BLO: Back Loop Only
- FLO: Front Loop Only

Whale Body Pattern
Round 1: MR, 8 SC (8)
Round 2: INC in each stitch (16)
Round 3: (SC, INC) * 8 (24)
Round 4: (3 SC, INC) * 6 (30)
Round 5: (4 SC, INC) * 6 (36)
Round 6: (5 SC, INC) * 6 (42)
Rounds 7-11: SC in each stitch (42)
Round 12: (4 SC, DEC) * 6 (36)
Round 13: SC in each stitch (36)
Round 14: BLO (White yarn) SC in each stitch (36)
Round 15: (3 SC, DEC) * 6 (30)
Round 16: (2 SC, DEC) * 6 (24)
Round 17: (SC, DEC) * 6 (12)
Round 18: DEC in each stitch (6)
Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Tail Pattern
Round 1: MR, 6 SC (6)
Round 2: INC in each stitch (12)
Round 3: SC in each stitch (12)
Round 4: (4 SC, DEC) * 2 (10)
Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Fin Pattern
Round 1: MR, 6 SC (6)
Round 2: INC in each stitch (12)
Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.

Final Assembly
- Attach the tail to the back of the whale’s body using your yarn needle.
- Sew the fins on either side of the whale’s body.
- Add safety eyes and embroider any desired details.
- Stuff the whale with fiber fill before sewing it completely closed.