Whip up a charming crochet eggplant that adds a playful splash of color and fun to any room, making your space warm and cheerful in no time!
This soft and colorful eggplant looks just like the real vegetable, with its rich purple body and bright green top. It feels nice to touch and is great for adding a cheerful touch to your kitchen or living space. You can use it as a fun toy for kids or even a small decoration to brighten up any corner. Its round shape fits well in your hand, making it easy to hold and enjoy.
Brighten Your Kitchen with a Handmade Crochet Eggplant
With simple yarn and stitches, it brings warmth and happiness without any fuss. This little eggplant is perfect for those who love small, cute items that bring a smile. It’s a lovely way to add a pop of color and charm to everyday life, making any room feel more cheerful and welcoming. Everyone will enjoy its friendly and fresh look!
Amigurumi Eggplant Crochet Pattern
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Special Features:
- Worked in continuous spiral rounds (no joining)
- Gradual increases and decreases to shape the eggplant body
- Safety eyes placement guide for a secure fit
- Detailed small green leafy cap with textured stitches
- Includes small decorative “plate” elements to personalize
Materials Needed:
- Purple cotton yarn (main body)
- Green cotton yarn (for leaves & cap)
- Pink cotton yarn (for plates)
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Stitch marker
- Tapestry needle
- 6 mm safety eyes
- Fiberfill or stuffing material
Pattern Steps
Step 1: Start the Body – Purple Yarn
- Make a magic ring.
- Round 1: Work 6 single crochet (sc) into the magic ring.
- Work in continuous spiral (no joining). Place a stitch marker at start.
Step 2: Increase Rounds for Body Shape
- Round 2: Increase in every stitch (2 sc in each sc) to have 12 stitches.
- Round 3: 1 sc, 1 increase (repeat around).
- Round 4: 2 sc, 1 increase (repeat around).
- Round 5: 3 sc, 1 increase (repeat around).
- Round 6: 4 sc, 1 increase (repeat around).
- Round 7: 5 sc, 1 decrease, 1 increase (repeat around).
Step 3: Middle Body Rounds – Maintain Shape
- Rounds 8 & 9: Work 1 sc in each stitch (no increases or decreases). Pause and continue when comfortable.
- Round 10: 5 sc, 1 decrease (repeat around).
- Rounds 11 & 12: sc in each stitch, no shaping.
Step 4: Attach Safety Eyes
- Insert safety eyes on Round 12 separated by 4 stitches, positioned near start/end of spiral.
Step 5: Continue Decreasing Body Shape
- Rounds 13: 4 sc, 1 decrease (repeat around).
- Rounds 14 & 15: sc evenly without increases/decreases.
- Round 16: 3 sc, 1 decrease (repeat around).
- Round 17 to 19: sc evenly.
Step 6: Stuff the Eggplant Firmly
- Before further decreasing, stuff the body with fiberfill to shape the eggplant.
- Continue decreasing as follows:
Step 7: Final Decreasing Rounds
- Round 20: 2 sc, 1 decrease (repeat around).
- Round 21: 1 sc, 1 decrease (repeat around).
- Round 22: Decrease every stitch (repeat around).
- Leave yarn tail long to close hole with a yarn needle.
Step 8: Finishing Body
- Use yarn needle to weave remaining tail through final stitches and pull tight to close.
- Mold shape with hands for smooth, rounded eggplant.
Step 9: Create the Green Leafy Hat/Cap
- Make magic ring.
- Round 1: 6 sc in ring, close slip stitch.
- Rounds 2 & 3: sc in each stitch (work evenly).
- Round 4: Increase in every stitch (2 sc in each).
- Round 5: 1 sc, 1 increase (repeat around).
- Rounds 6 & 7: sc evenly (no increases).
- Round 8: Work detailed textured stitches—half double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), chains, slip stitches—creating the leaf shapes and ruffles around the cap edge.
Step 10: Make Small Green Leaves (6 Leaves Total)
- Crochet small leaves repeating similar shell or ruffle stitches.
- Fasten off leaving long tails for sewing.
Step 11: Sew Leaves and Cap onto Eggplant
- Position leaves evenly around the top of the body.
- Use yarn needle and long tails to securely stitch each leaf in place, ensuring they hug the eggplant body.
- Attach leafy cap positioned so one leaf lies centered between the eyes for charm.
Step 12: Crochet the Pink Plates (Decoration)
- Make small magic ring with 6 sc.
- Round 2: 1 sc, 1 increase (repeat around).
- Make two plates.
- Sew plates on each side of eggplant one round below eyes using yarn needle and long tails.
Tutor’s Suggestions:
- Work in continuous spiral rounds, marking the first stitch of each round with a stitch marker for easy counting.
- Safety eyes placed early help visualize expression and positioning.
- Keep the stuffing firm but not overstuffed to maintain the amigurumi shape.
- Adjust leaf and plate positioning for desired look.
- Use matching or complementary yarn colors for a fun effect.
Uses:
- Charming home or kitchen decor.
- Cute gift or keychain ornament.
- Fun toy or decor for children’s rooms.
Tip:
Take your time on the leaf/textured cap rounds — the detailed stitches give your eggplant character and uniqueness. Blocking or shaping leaves after sewing can enhance a realistic look.
Conclusion:
With just a few colors and basic stitches, you can make this adorable eggplant amigurumi that is sure to brighten your space or delight a friend. Follow the spiral shaping and finishing details carefully to get a perfectly plump and charming vegetable buddy.
