Lotus Frog Amigurumi Crochet Pattern | Cute Frog Flower Plush
If you’ve been searching for the most adorable amigurumi project to add to your crochet queue, look no further. This Lotus Frog Amigurumi Crochet Pattern combines two of the most beloved things in the crafting world — a chubby little frog and a blooming lotus flower — into one irresistibly cute plush toy. Whether you’re an experienced amigurumi maker or someone who has completed a handful of beginner projects, this pattern is designed to guide you through every stitch with clarity and confidence.
This free crochet pattern will walk you through creating a plump, round frog nestled snugly inside a lotus flower base, making it the perfect handmade gift, nursery decoration, desk companion, or photography prop. Let’s dive into the lily pad and get stitching.
Why You’ll Love This Lotus Frog Amigurumi
The combination of a frog and a lotus flower is more than just visually charming — it carries a gentle symbolism of calm, patience, and peaceful moments in nature. Frogs have long been popular amigurumi subjects because of their round, squishy shape, their wide expressive eyes, and their naturally cute proportions. Add a lotus flower base with layered petals in soft pinks, whites, or purples, and you have a crochet project that looks impressive but is completely achievable with basic amigurumi skills.
This pattern is especially popular among:
Crochet enthusiasts who love nature-themed amigurumi, gift-makers looking for something unique and heartfelt, nursery decorators who want handmade accents with soft color palettes, and collectors of cute frog plush items who want a one-of-a-kind piece.
Once you make one, you’ll want to make a whole pond full of them.
Materials You’ll Need
Before you begin, gather everything on this list so your crafting session goes smoothly from start to finish.
Yarn: You’ll need a light worsted weight or DK weight yarn in the following colors — green (for the frog’s body), light pink or white (for the lotus petals), yellow or soft cream (for the flower center), and optionally a slightly darker green for the lily pad if you want to add one as a base.
Hook Size: A 2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook works beautifully with DK weight yarn for amigurumi. You want your stitches tight enough to prevent the stuffing from showing through.
Safety Eyes: Two 9mm or 12mm black safety eyes. Larger eyes give your frog a more expressive, cartoon-like look.
Polyfill Stuffing: Use a good quality polyester fiberfill. You want your frog to be plump and firm, not floppy.
Yarn Needle: For weaving in ends and sewing pieces together.
Stitch Markers: Essential for keeping track of rounds in amigurumi work.
Scissors: A small, sharp pair.
Optional: Wire for the lotus petals if you’d like them to hold a specific shape, though this is entirely optional.
Abbreviations and Stitches Used
This pattern uses standard US crochet terminology.
MR — Magic Ring (also called Magic Circle)
ch — Chain
sl st — Slip Stitch
sc — Single Crochet
inc — Increase (2 single crochets in the same stitch)
dec — Invisible Decrease (insert hook through front loop of next two stitches, yarn over, pull through both, yarn over, pull through two loops)
BLO — Back Loop Only
FLO — Front Loop Only
st(s) — Stitch(es)
rnd — Round
pm — Place Marker
All rounds are worked in a continuous spiral unless otherwise noted. Do not join rounds unless the pattern specifically says to do so.
Skill Level
This pattern is rated as easy to intermediate. If you’re comfortable with magic rings, increases, decreases, and sewing amigurumi pieces together, you’ll find this pattern very manageable. Complete beginners may want to practice these foundational techniques on a simple ball or small creature before attempting this project.
Gauge
Gauge is not critical for amigurumi, but as a general reference, 5 sc x 5 rows = 1 inch using a 3.0mm hook and DK weight yarn. Your finished frog will measure approximately 4 to 5 inches tall when seated inside the lotus flower.
The Pattern
Part One: Frog Body
The frog’s body is worked in the round from the bottom up. Start with green yarn.
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc into ring. (6 sts)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc repeat around. (18 sts)
Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc repeat around. (24 sts)
Rnd 5: Sc 3, inc repeat around. (30 sts)
Rnd 6: Sc 4, inc repeat around. (36 sts)
Rnd 7: Sc 5, inc repeat around. (42 sts)
Rnds 8–14: Sc in each st around. (42 sts) — Work 7 rounds even.
Rnd 15: Sc 5, dec repeat around. (36 sts)
Rnd 16: Sc 4, dec repeat around. (30 sts)
At this point, insert your safety eyes between rounds 10 and 11, approximately 8 to 10 stitches apart. This is the perfect moment to attach them before the opening becomes too small to work comfortably.
Rnd 17: Sc 3, dec repeat around. (24 sts)
Begin stuffing the body now. Fill it firmly but not so tightly that it distorts the shape.
Rnd 18: Sc 2, dec repeat around. (18 sts)
Rnd 19: Sc 1, dec repeat around. (12 sts)
Rnd 20: Dec around. (6 sts)
Finish stuffing, then close the opening with a yarn needle by weaving through the remaining 6 stitches and pulling tight. Fasten off and weave in the end.
Part Two: Frog Head Bumps (Eyelids / Eye Mounds — Make 2)
These little raised mounds sit above the safety eyes to give your frog that classic wide-eyed look.
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc into ring. (6 sts)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnd 3: Sc in each st around. (12 sts)
Do not stuff. Flatten slightly and sew onto the top of the frog’s head, positioned directly above the safety eyes. The eye mounds add a lot of character to the finished piece.
Part Three: Frog Arms (Make 2)
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc into ring. (6 sts)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnds 3–4: Sc in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnd 5: Sc 1, dec repeat around. (8 sts)
Rnds 6–10: Sc in each st around. (8 sts)
Lightly stuff the lower portion of the arm. Leave the top slightly flat for easier sewing. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for attaching to the body. Sew the arms to the sides of the body between rounds 13 and 15, angling them slightly forward so the frog looks like it’s sitting with its little hands resting on its lap.
Part Four: Frog Legs (Make 2)
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc into ring. (6 sts)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc repeat around. (18 sts)
Rnd 4: Sc in each st around. (18 sts)
Rnd 5: Sc 1, dec repeat around. (12 sts)
Rnds 6–9: Sc in each st around. (12 sts)
Lightly stuff and flatten at the top. Sew to the bottom sides of the body so the frog appears to be sitting. These legs give your lotus frog plush that perfectly round, squishy seated posture.
Part Five: Frog Mouth (Optional Embroidery)
Using a length of dark green or black yarn and your yarn needle, embroider a simple curved smile below the eyes. A small upward arc works beautifully. You can also use a tiny pink yarn stitch to suggest a little tongue peeking out if you want extra cuteness.
Part Six: Lotus Flower Petals — Inner Layer (Make 6)
Switch to pink or white yarn for the lotus flower.
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc into ring. (6 sts)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc repeat around. (18 sts)
Rnds 4–6: Sc in each st around. (18 sts)
Rnd 7: Sc 1, dec repeat around. (12 sts)
Do not stuff. Flatten and set aside. These will form the inner ring of petals that cradle your frog.
Part Seven: Lotus Flower Petals — Outer Layer (Make 8)
These petals are slightly larger and form the outer, more open layer of the lotus bloom.
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc into ring. (6 sts)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc repeat around. (18 sts)
Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc repeat around. (24 sts)
Rnds 5–8: Sc in each st around. (24 sts)
Rnd 9: Sc 2, dec repeat around. (18 sts)
Do not stuff. Flatten and set aside.
Part Eight: Lotus Flower Base
The base holds all the petals together and creates the center of the flower where your frog will sit.
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc into ring. (6 sts)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc repeat around. (18 sts)
Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc repeat around. (24 sts)
Rnd 5: Sc 3, inc repeat around. (30 sts)
Rnd 6: Sc 4, inc repeat around. (36 sts)
Rnd 7: Sc 5, inc repeat around. (42 sts)
Rnd 8: Sc 6, inc repeat around. (48 sts)
Rnds 9–12: Sc in each st around. (48 sts)
Fasten off, leaving a very long tail. This base will be the foundation onto which you sew all your petals.
Assembling the Lotus Flower
Assembling the lotus is the most satisfying part of this entire project. Lay your base flat and begin by attaching the outer layer petals evenly around the outer edge of the base, spacing them as consistently as possible. Pin them in place before sewing to make sure the spacing looks right from above. Sew through the base of each petal and through a few stitches on the flower base to secure them firmly.
Once the outer petals are attached, position the inner petals slightly inside and above the outer ring, angling them upward so they frame the center of the flower. Sew these in place the same way.
The result should look like a full, layered lotus bloom with a cup-shaped center — the perfect cozy seat for your little frog.
Placing Your Frog in the Lotus
Set your finished frog into the center of the lotus. You can either sew the frog directly to the flower base for a permanent placement or leave it unattached so it can be removed and played with. For children’s toys, sewing the frog in place is the safer and more durable option. For display pieces, leaving the frog loose makes it interactive and fun.
If you’d like your frog to look like it’s peeking out curiously, position it so its head is just above the innermost petals with the body mostly hidden inside the flower. It creates an incredibly sweet effect.
Color Variations to Try
One of the most exciting aspects of this lotus frog amigurumi pattern is how versatile it is with color. Here are some beautiful combinations to consider.
A classic combination is bright grass green for the frog with soft pink lotus petals — timeless and sweet. A pastel rainbow version uses mint green for the frog and alternates white and lavender petals. For a more tropical feel, try a teal or turquoise frog with deep magenta or coral petals. A monochrome version in creamy white tones for both the frog and flower makes a stunning nursery accent with a minimalist aesthetic. For Halloween or autumn, an orange frog with burgundy and rust-toned petals is absolutely charming.
Don’t be afraid to experiment. Amigurumi is one of those crafts where personal color choices completely transform the finished character.
Tips for Perfect Amigurumi Results
Getting beautiful results with amigurumi comes down to a few consistent habits that every maker should keep in mind.
Go down a hook size. Most yarn labels recommend a hook size that produces a looser fabric than you want for amigurumi. Drop one or even two sizes from the recommendation to create a denser fabric that holds its shape and hides the stuffing inside.
Use a magic ring every time. Starting with a magic ring rather than a chain creates a much tighter, cleaner beginning with no hole at the center. This is especially important for the frog’s body and the lotus base.
Mark your rounds. Always use a stitch marker at the beginning of each new round. Amigurumi is worked in a continuous spiral, so without a marker you will lose your place very quickly.
Stuff gradually. Don’t wait until you’re almost closed to start stuffing. Add stuffing as you work the decrease rounds so you can distribute it evenly and get a nice, firm shape.
Take your time with assembly. The sewing phase can feel tedious, but careful, even stitches during assembly are what separate a good amigurumi from a great one. Use plenty of pins to hold pieces before sewing, and check the placement from multiple angles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a beginner make this pattern? Yes, with some patience. If you’re brand new to crochet, practice single crochet, magic rings, increases, and decreases before starting. Once you have those basics down, this pattern is very approachable.
How long does this project take? For an experienced amigurumi maker, the entire lotus frog plush can be completed in 6 to 10 hours. Beginners may take 12 to 15 hours, especially when learning to sew the petals together neatly.
Is this pattern safe for babies? With modifications, yes. Replace safety eyes with embroidered eyes using yarn instead, and make sure all pieces are very securely attached with no loose ends. Always supervise young children with handmade toys.
Can I sell items made from this pattern? This is a free pattern shared for personal use and for small handmade sales. Please credit the original designer when selling finished items.
What yarn brands work well for this project? Paintbox Simply DK, Lion Brand Pound of Love, and Scheepjes Catona are all excellent choices for amigurumi that give great stitch definition and come in a
