Free Crochet Mickey And Minnie Amigurumi Pattern
Create adorable Mickey and Minnie Mouse covers for your Terry’s Chocolate Orange with this quick and easy amigurumi crochet pattern. You will crochet charming characters with distinct round ears and fun details like Minnie’s bow and Mickey’s buttons. Perfect for gifting or festive decor, these covers snugly fit around your chocolate orange, adding a playful and sweet touch. This project is beginner-friendly, with clear steps for making magic circles, single crochets, and simple increases to shape your covers perfectly. Let’s crochet some magic today
Why Love This Pattern?
- Adorable and Festive Design: The Terry’s Chocolate Orange covers in the form of Mickey and Minnie Mouse are absolutely charming. They bring a touch of Disney magic and festive cheer to your gift wrapping, making them ideal for special occasions and holidays.
- Simplicity and Quick Execution: This pattern is straightforward and quick to make with clear, step-by-step instructions. The tutorial simplifies the process of creating a magic circle and increasing rows, making it accessible even for beginners.
- Customization Potential: You can easily customize these covers by choosing different colors or adding additional decorations. This flexibility allows you to personalize each cover and make unique creations for your loved ones.
- Practical and Functional: Besides being cute, these covers serve a practical purpose by adding a decorative touch to your chocolate orange gifts, making them stand out as thoughtful and creative presents.
Mickey & Minnie Mouse Chocolate Orange Covers
These adorable Mickey and Minnie Mouse chocolate orange covers are designed for a perfect fit around your Terry’s chocolate orange. The covers are fast, fun, and use simple amigurumi and basic crochet techniques. You’ll make classic mouse heads, attach iconic ears, and finish with Mickey’s buttons or Minnie’s bow. The pattern is easy to follow and ideal for beginners or for gifting during holidays.
Skill Level & Terminology
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Terminology: US crochet terms
Materials & Tools
- Yarn: Amigurumi yarn or Ricorumi-style cotton, black (head, ears), pink (cover), white (buttons, bow), small amount yellow for bow
- Hook: 2 mm crochet hook
- Notions: Stitch marker, scissors, yarn needle
- Chocolate Orange: Used for size/gauge check
Gauge
- Not critical; aim for a snug but not tight fit over a Terry’s chocolate orange.
- Suggested test: Make the first 8 rounds and check that the circle covers the top of the orange.
Abbreviations List
| Abbreviation | Definition |
|---|---|
| ch | chain |
| sc | single crochet |
| inc | increase (2 sc into 1 stitch) |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| st(s) | stitch(es) |
| dc | double crochet |
Special Stitch Instructions
- Magic Circle: Wrap yarn into a loop, insert hook and pull up a loop, then work required sc into the ring, draw tight.
- Increase (inc): Work 2 sc into same stitch.
- Slip Stitch (sl st): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through both.
Finished Size
- Cover fits snugly around standard Terry’s chocolate orange (~7 cm diameter).
- Finished cover: ~7 cm diameter, ~4–5 cm tall.
The Pattern Itself
Chocolate Orange Cover (Head, worked from top-down)
Start with pink yarn for Mickey/Minnie.
- Round 1: Magic circle, 6 sc into ring. Place stitch marker (last stitch).
- Round 2: inc in each st around (12 sc)
- Round 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat around (18 sc)
- Round 4: (2 sc, inc) repeat around (24 sc)
- Round 5: (3 sc, inc) repeat around (30 sc)
- Round 6: (4 sc, inc) repeat around (36 sc)
- Round 7: (5 sc, inc) repeat around (42 sc)
- Round 8: (6 sc, inc) repeat around (48 sc)
- Round 9: (7 sc, inc) repeat around (54 sc)
You now have a flat circle big enough to cover the top (and sides) of the chocolate orange. Continue in single crochet for the sides.
Rounds 10–13: sc in every st around (54 sc)
Switch to black yarn for Minnie/Mickey base after round 13.
Rounds 14–22 (Red):
sc in each st around (54 sc); work for 9 rounds.
We’ve done the cover height. Ends can be worked inside as you go, so there’s no sewing in ends.
Finish:
Sl st in next st, fasten off, weave yarn into back of stitches.
The body section of your cover is complete! If you prefer to check by fitting it over your orange now, do so.
Ears (Make 4, Black Yarn)
- Round 1: Magic circle, 6 sc.
- Round 2: inc in each st around (12 sc)
- Round 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat (18 sc)
- Round 4: (2 sc, inc) repeat (24 sc)
- Round 5: (3 sc, inc) repeat (30 sc)
- Round 6: (4 sc, inc) repeat (36 sc)
- Finish:
Sl st in next st, leave long tail.
Make two sets of circles for each ear. Sew two together for a neat, firm ear.
Button (Mickey, Make 2, White Yarn)
- Round 1: Magic circle, 5 sc.
- Finish:
Pull tight, sl st in first sc, fasten off leaving a tail.
These buttons will be sewn onto the red base—two for Mickey, none for Minnie.
Bow (Minnie, Red Yarn) (Optional)
- Start:
Ch 4, join with sl st to form loop. - Part 1:
Ch 3, then 3 dc into center ring, ch 3, sl st to ring. - Part 2:
Repeat: ch 3, 3 dc into ring, ch 3, sl st to ring. - Finish:
Ch 1, fasten off, leave long tail.
Shape bow neatly, tie ends to secure, sew to Minnie’s head.
Assembly & Finishing
- Sew two ear pieces together for each ear, use whipstitch or running stitch around edge.
- Position ears on top sides of head (count 2–3 stitches from center for symmetry) and sew in place using tail.
- Sew Mickey’s buttons to the red base, evenly spaced about 1–2 cm apart.
- Attach Minnie’s bow between ears with yarn tail, tack securely.
- Weave all ends inside.
- Fit cover over Terry’s chocolate orange.
Pattern Notes & How to Start
Begin by making the main cover, working from the magic circle in rounds. Use increases to create a flat disc, then work straight for the sides. Change color to red for the iconic mouse pants/skirt. Create ears by making circles and sewing them in pairs for structure. Embellish with buttons or bow as required. The pattern uses only single crochet, basic increases, and slip stitches throughout, making it very accessible.
Troubleshooting
- If cover is too small: Add another increase round or use a larger hook.
- Ears not circular: Ensure increases are in correct pattern, and count stitches.
- Bow not symmetrical: Pin before sewing and adjust as needed.
What You Can Make Using These Stitches
- Chocolate orange covers for gifting
- Themed party favors
- Small toy purses (add a handle!)
- Mouse themed Christmas ornaments
- Seasonal table decorations
Conclusion
This Mickey and Minnie Mouse chocolate orange cover pattern is a cute, practical, quick gift for any occasion. Using basic stitches, minimal sewing, and easy colorwork changes, you’ll make a delightful little accessory guaranteed to charm grown-ups and kids alike. Add ears, buttons, or bows to suit your favorite character and enjoy crocheting for your celebrations.
