Crochet Raindrop Amigurumi Pattern For Seasonal Decor

Today’s beginner-friendly pattern is perfect for rainy days, inspired by the big raindrops in Hong Kong. You’ll create a charming, round raindrop with cute blushing cheeks and a smiling face. Using a lovely periwinkle yarn, along with simple tools like a 4mm hook, amigurumi eyes, and basic stitches, you’ll craft an adorable, plush amigurumi that’s both fun and satisfying to make. Whether for decoration or as a gift, this raindrop is sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face!

Why Love This Pattern?

Engaging Tutorial Style:
- Annie Gurumi’s friendly and enthusiastic teaching style makes learning fun. Her detailed explanations and encouragement help build confidence, making the process enjoyable for all skill levels.
Versatile and Fun Design:
- The raindrop design is cute and whimsical. It’s a fun and delightful project that’s perfect for children or as a cheerful decoration. Plus, it can be customized with different yarn colors and face expressions to match your personal style.
Attention to Detail:
- The pattern includes detailed instructions for every part of the raindrop, from the magic ring to the final smile. This attention to detail ensures that your final product looks polished and professional.

How To Crochet Raindrop Amigurumi

Materials Needed:

Yarn in base color for raindrop (e.g., periwinkle)
Pink yarn for blusher (cheeks)
Black yarn for embroidery
Yarn Art Jean Plus or similar thick yarn
Amigurumi eyes – 9mm
Stuffing
4mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Sharp scissors
Stitch marker

Abbreviations:

MR: Magic Ring
sc: Single Crochet
inc: Increase (2 single crochets in one stitch)
dec: Decrease
st(s): Stitch(es)

Cheeks (Make Two):

MR: 8 sc in MR. (8 sts)
Secure with a long tail for sewing. Fasten off cleanly.

Body of Raindrop:

MR: 6 sc in MR. (6 sts)
Round 2: [inc] around. (12 sts)
Round 3: sc around. (12 sts)
Round 4: [inc, sc, sc] repeat across round. (18 sts)
Round 5: sc around. (18 sts)
Round 6: [inc, sc, sc, sc] repeat around. (24 sts)
Round 7: sc around. (24 sts)
Round 8: [inc, 4 sc] repeat around. (30 sts)
Round 9: sc around. (30 sts)
Round 10: [inc, 5 sc] repeat around. (36 sts)
Round 11: sc around. (36 sts)
Round 12: [inc, 6 sc] repeat around. (42 sts)
Round 13: sc around. (42 sts)
Round 14: [inc, 7 sc] repeat around. (48 sts)
Round 15: sc around. (48 sts)
Round 16: [inc, 8 sc] repeat around. (54 sts)
Rounds 17-23: sc around. (54 sts)

Adding the Face:

Insert safety eyes between rounds 19 and 20, about 6 stitches apart.
Embroider smile with black yarn.
Attach cheeks just to the sides of the eyes using the pink yarn and secure with backstitch.

Decreasing to Close:

Round 24: [dec, sc in next 9 sts] repeat around. (48 sts)
Round 25: [3 sc, dec] repeat around. (39 sts)
Round 26: [2 sc, dec] repeat around. (30 sts)
Stuff the raindrop firmly.
Round 27: [sc, dec] repeat around. (18 sts)
Round 28: [dec] repeat around. (6 sts)

Finishing:

Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Weave the tail through the front loops of the remaining 6 stitches and pull tight to close the hole.
Weave in the ends securely.