Hookfully’s Top 16 Free Crochet Bugs Patterns
I have rounded up 16 of my favorite free bug crochet patterns for you to enjoy! I must admit i’m not a fan of real garden insects, but these tiny crochet bugs are rather cute (and they don’t bite!). From bug appliques to amigurumi toys, you’ll find plenty of easy crochet project ideas to start crocheting some creepy crawlies in this free pattern round up.
What bugs can I crochet?
There’s so many different types of insects in the world (real and crochet world). This free crochet pattern round up includes grasshoppers, ladybugs, bees, snails, butterflies, dragonflies, worms, ants, caterpillars, fireflies, spiders, flies, and mosquitos. Plus, they’re not all amigurumi toys, you can make bug themed clothes, coasters and appliques too.
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16 Free Crochet Bug Patterns:
16 Patterns for Crochet Bugs
1. Grasshopper Amigurumi
From Spin A Yarn Crochet
This cute grasshopper amigurumi will brighten up your day and will make a lovely gift for bug loving little boys or girls this summer.
2. Amigurumi Ladybug
From The Loopy Lamb
Who doesn’t love a ladybug?! And this little amigurumi is a cutie that would make a fabulous addition to any crochet insect collection.
3. Reversible Amigurumi Bee
From Hookfully
This is no ordinary bee, the amigurumi plushie is reversible! Just flip him inside out to make him color change and change his mood!
4. Snail Applique
From Golden Lucy Crafts
Home is where the heart is, and that’s particularly true for this crochet snail applique with a heart shaped shell on its back.
5. Dragonfly Shawl
From Ellej
You can cozy up with this crochet bug themed shawl on a cold summer evening. The clever filet crochet design makes little dragonflies in the fabric. So cool!
6. Amigurumi Butterfly
By Cuddly Stitches Craft
If you’re looking for a pretty bug themed amigurumi for little girls then this crochet butterfly is the pattern for you!
7. Ladybug Kids Onesie
From Hookfully
Does your little one LOVE playing dress up? Now they can be a ladybug with this crochet costume that can double up as nightwear.
8. Crochet Worry Worms
From Hooked By Robin
These worry worms are super quick and easy to crochet, great for making in bulk and sharing with children.
9. Crochet Ants
From Lovely Craft
This amigurumi ant design is just genius! For something so small the detail is amazing, and just look at those little faces.
10. Caterpillar Toy
From Hookfully
This amigurumi caterpillar is also a fidget toy! Kids of all ages will enjoy popping the the bugs body, just like bubble wrap (but cuter).
11. Crochet Firefly Amigurumi
From AmigurumiDay
This crochet firefly super cute and would make a great gift for bug lovers. You could even give it a go with some glow in the dark yarn.
12. Sharlotte The Spider
From Yarn Society
This is the only spider i’ve seen that hasn’t sunk my stomach, yes that includes crochet ones. Seriously, how could this little cutie scare anybody?
13. Amigurumi Bee
From Hookfully
This little amigurumi bee is a really quick and easy project. It’s perfect for bulk crocheting for summer craft fairs.
14. Crochet Fly Coaster
From Supergurumi
This squashed fly crochet pattern really did make me laugh out loud. I need to make one for the garden to warn off the real pesky flies from my drinks.
15. Crochet Butterfly Applique
From Hookfully
This sweet butterfly applique can be sewn onto blankets, clothing, bags, need I go on? Simply sew to anything you want to give an insect theme too.
16. Crochet Mosquito
From Always Free Amigurumi
This free crochet bug pattern will help you to make your very own mosquito, complete with a cool outfit and the most adorable face!
