This adorable clownfish dango amigurumi combines the cuteness of Japanese dango treats with the vibrant colors of a clownfish. Perfect for ocean lovers and kawaii enthusiasts alike, this free pattern creates a small, huggable plush that works up quickly with basic crochet skills. The finished clownfish features the iconic orange and white stripes that make these fish so recognizable.
Key Takeaways
- Quick project that uses basic crochet stitches
- Customizable colors to match real clownfish or create fantasy versions
- Beginner-friendly with simple construction techniques
- Adorable gift for ocean lovers and kawaii enthusiasts
Use Ideas 🐠
Looking for ways to enjoy your finished clownfish dango? Here are some fun ideas:
- Create an underwater-themed mobile by making multiple clownfish in different sizes
- Add a keychain ring to make a cute bag charm or keychain
- Display on a shelf as part of an ocean creature collection
- Give as a thoughtful handmade gift to a Finding Nemo fan
- Use as a stress ball – squeeze when you need to relax!
- Make a larger version to use as a decorative pillow
- Create a learning tool for teaching children about marine life
- Add to a tropical-themed wreath for summer decor
Have you thought about making a whole school of these little clownfish friends? They work up so quickly that you could create an entire underwater scene! 🌊
Materials&Tools
- Yarn
- Polyester Fiberfill
- 2.0mm Hook
- Yarn Needle
- Glue (To connect the parts, you can also sew with yarn)
Abbreviation
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase (2 single crochets in one stitch)
- dec – decrease (merge 2 single crochets into 1)
- sl st – slip stitch
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- tr – treble crochet
- sk – skip
- magic ring – adjustable ring to start crocheting in the round
How to Read Pattern?
- R5: ch, [1 sc, sc inc] x 6, sl st
In Round 5, start with a chain stitch, then repeat the pattern “1 single crochet, single scrochet increase” 6 times. End with a slip stitch.
- (sc+sc+sc)
Parentheses ( ) indicate that all stitches within them are worked into the same stitch. So ‘(sc+sc+sc)’ means working 3 single crochet stitches all into the same stitch.
Pattern Info
Main Body
- Start with magic ring
- R1: 6 sc
- R2: 6 inc
- R3: [sc, inc] x 6
- R4: [sc, inc, sc] x 6
- R5: [3 sc, inc] x 6
- R6: [2 sc, inc, 2 sc] x 6
- R7: [5 sc, inc] x 6
- R8-14: 42 sc
- R15: [5 sc, dec] x 6
- R16: [2 sc, dec, 2 sc] x 6
- R17: [3 sc, dec] x 6
- R18: [sc, dec, sc] x 6
- R19: [sc, dec] x 6
- R20: 6 dec
Bangs
Big
- Start with magic ring
- 8 hdc
Small
- Start with magic ring
- 6 sc
Head Cover
- Start with magic ring
- R1: 6 sc
- R2: 6 inc
- R3: [sc, inc] x 6
- R4: [sc, inc, sc] x 6
- R5: [3 sc, inc] x 6
- R6: [2 sc, inc, 2 sc] x 6
- R7: [5 sc, inc] x 6
- R8-14: 42 sc
- R15: [5 sc, dec] x 6
- R16: [2 sc, dec, 2 sc] x 6
Fish Fin
3 ch, 5 dc, 3 ch, sl st
Eyes
- Start with magic ring
- 6 sc, sl st
Top Fin
At a proper position on the head,
3 ch, 4 sl st, 3 ch, sl st, 3 ch, 3 dc, 2 ch, sl st
Mouth
Start with 29 ch, connect head to tail, crochet 2 rounds of sc with right side facing out
Roll it up and sew it together
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