This charming sloth amigurumi is designed to match the sweet woodland-garden look in the photo, with a long curved neck, sleepy-happy smile, oversized nose, denim-style overalls, striped shirt, tiny crossbody bag, floral sandals, and playful bee details. It is a lovely collectible for handmade toy lovers, nursery decor shoppers, and amigurumi gift buyers.
The finished design also includes the matching blue sun hat, small bouquet of daisies, two crochet bees, and a tiny honey pot so the full display feels complete and boutique-ready. If you enjoy searching for crochet doll pattern, sloth amigurumi, handmade stuffed animal, or cute nursery gift ideas, this project fits beautifully.
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Pattern Overview
This pattern is written in US English and built to recreate the full crochet scene as closely as possible.
The sloth has a tall, slim silhouette with a large head, very long neck, narrow shoulders, relaxed arms, chunky rounded feet, and soft bendable legs.
The clothing is not generic. The shirt is striped in green and yellow tones, the overalls are blue with rolled cuffs and sunflower accents, and the little shoulder bag carries a tiny bee decoration.
The face is the key feature. The eyes are side-mounted and slightly protruding, the nose is large and rounded, the smile is curved and calm, and two square buck teeth sit under the smile.
The hat, bouquet, bees, and honey pot are separate pieces.
Skill level: Intermediate, but patient beginners can follow it with care.
Construction style: Mostly worked in continuous spirals unless noted.
Materials
- Main body color: light beige
- Nose color: medium brown
- Mouth embroidery: dark brown
- Overalls: denim blue
- Shirt stripes: light green, yellow, and a small amount of pale mint if desired
- Flowers: white petals, yellow centers, green stems and leaves, lavender flower detail
- Bees: yellow, black, white for wings
- Honey pot: honey yellow and warm brown
- Sandals: tan sole and medium brown straps
- Bag: pale beige or oatmeal
- Buttons: 2 small wooden buttons for suspender straps
- Safety eyes: 10 mm black for the sloth face centers if desired, or black half beads
- Hook: 2.25 mm to 2.75 mm depending on yarn size
- Yarn: fine sport or light DK cotton works best for the crisp stitch definition shown
- Stuffing: polyester fiberfill
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Florist wire or soft craft wire, optional: for bouquet stems only
Finished Size
Using light DK cotton and a 2.5 mm hook, the seated-length look becomes a standing doll approximately 12.5 to 14 inches tall, not including the hat when worn separately.
The hat measures about 5.25 to 5.75 inches across.
The bees are about 1.25 inches long, and the honey pot is about 1.5 inches tall.
Gauge and Tension Notes
The sample in the image has tight, even stitches with minimal visible gaps.
Use a hook small enough that stuffing does not show through.
If your stitches are loose, size down.
If the neck feels floppy, tighten tension or add a firm stuffed core.
Important: The clean shape of this sloth depends more on stitch density than exact yarn brand.
Abbreviations
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- inc = 2 sc in same stitch
- dec = invisible decrease
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- BLO = back loop only
- FLO = front loop only
- MR = magic ring
- st = stitch
- sts = stitches
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Color Placement Notes
The body, arms, neck, head, and legs are worked in light beige.
The hands have white claw tips.
The shirt is worked separately and sewn or dressed onto the doll before the overalls are attached.
The overalls are separate for the cleanest denim effect.
This creates the same layered look seen in the image.
Head and Neck
The head and neck are worked as one piece from top of head downward.
Stuff very firmly, especially through the neck section.
- MR 6 sc. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- (Sc 1, inc) x6. (18)
- (Sc 2, inc) x6. (24)
- (Sc 3, inc) x6. (30)
- (Sc 4, inc) x6. (36)
- (Sc 5, inc) x6. (42)
- (Sc 6, inc) x6. (48)
- (Sc 7, inc) x6. (54)
- (Sc 8, inc) x6. (60)
- (Sc 9, inc) x6. (66)
- Sc around. (66)
- Sc around. (66)
- Sc around. (66)
- Sc around. (66)
- (Sc 9, dec) x6. (60)
- Sc around. (60)
- (Sc 8, dec) x6. (54)
- Sc around. (54)
- (Sc 7, dec) x6. (48)
- Sc around. (48)
- (Sc 6, dec) x6. (42)
- (Sc 5, dec) x6. (36)
- Sc around. (36)
Begin shaping the long neck.
- (Sc 4, dec) x6. (30)
- Sc around. (30)
- (Sc 3, dec) x6. (24)
- Sc around. (24)
- (Sc 2, dec) x6. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
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- Sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
The neck in the photo is long and slightly forward-curved, not straight and stiff.
To match that shape, stuff the front more firmly than the back and pinch very lightly at the base as you continue.
If needed, insert a narrow rolled felt strip or soft foam tube inside the neck before final stuffing. Avoid rigid wire in the neck if the toy is intended for children.
Upper Torso and Body
Continue from the neck downward in beige.
- (Sc 2, inc) x6. (24)
- (Sc 3, inc) x6. (30)
- (Sc 4, inc) x6. (36)
- Sc around. (36)
- (Sc 5, inc) x6. (42)
- Sc around. (42)
- (Sc 6, inc) x6. (48)
- Sc around. (48)
- Sc around. (48)
- Sc around. (48)
- Sc around. (48)
- (Sc 6, dec) x6. (42)
- Sc around. (42)
- (Sc 5, dec) x6. (36)
- Sc around. (36)
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Stuff the body firmly at the chest and belly but keep the lower body slightly softer so the overalls sit naturally.
The sloth in the image has a rounded tummy inside the overalls, not a flat torso.
Legs (Make 2)
Legs are long, narrow, and lightly stuffed, with slightly wider lower feet.
Start in beige.
- MR 6 sc. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- (Sc 1, inc) x6. (18)
- (Sc 2, inc) x6. (24)
- Sc around. (24)
- Sc around. (24)
- (Sc 6, dec) x3. (21)
- Sc around. (21)
- (Sc 5, dec) x3. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
Lightly flatten the foot front-to-back, but do not make it wide like a shoe.
Fasten off first leg.
Make second leg the same unless you want one turned slightly outward.
That slight outward angle helps copy the relaxed pose from the image.
Joining Legs to Body
Attach the legs to the underside of the body with 8 to 9 stitches width visible at the top of each leg.
Leave a small gap between them, about 4 to 5 stitches.
The legs should angle forward slightly, not hang completely straight down.
This keeps the seated-photo look even when displayed lying down or propped.
Arms (Make 2)
Arms are long, slim, and softly curved. The white claw area is small and delicate.
Start with white.
- MR 4 sc. (4)
- Sc around. (4)
Change to beige.
- Inc, sc 3. (5)
- Sc around. (5)
- (Sc 1, inc) twice, sc 1. (7)
- Sc around. (7)
- (Sc 2, inc) twice, sc 1. (9)
- Sc around. (9)
- (Sc 2, inc) x3. (12)
- Sc around. (12)
- Sc around. (12)
- Sc around. (12)
- Sc around. (12)
- Sc around. (12)
- Sc around. (12)
- Sc around. (12)
- Sc around. (12)
- Sc around. (12)
Flatten top and sew each arm between body rounds near the shoulder line.
The arms should hang low and slightly inward.
Do not place them too high, or the overalls bib will look crowded.
Eye Pads (Make 2)
The eye pads are round, slightly flat, and protrude from the sides of the head.
Use beige or a slightly lighter cream-beige if you want more definition.
- MR 6 sc. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- (Sc 1, inc) x6. (18)
- (Sc 2, inc) x6. (24)
- Sc around. (24)
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Fasten off, leaving a sewing tail.
Lightly stuff or leave flat with a small felt circle inside.
Eye Domes / Whites (Make 2)
Use white yarn.
- MR 6 sc. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- (Sc 1, inc) x6. (18)
- (Sc 2, inc) x6. (24)
Fasten off.
Add a black safety eye or stitched black pupil off-center toward the outer upper side.
This asymmetrical eye placement is important because the image has a goofy, whimsical sloth face rather than a perfectly symmetrical doll expression.
Nose
The nose is large, rounded, and very prominent.
Use medium brown.
- MR 6 sc. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- (Sc 1, inc) x6. (18)
- (Sc 2, inc) x6. (24)
- (Sc 3, inc) x6. (30)
- Sc around. (30)
- Sc around. (30)
- (Sc 3, dec) x6. (24)
Lightly stuff.
Flatten the back opening and sew centrally on the lower face where the head meets the upper neck curve.
The nose should cover more face area than on a typical animal amigurumi.
Teeth (Make 2)
Use white.
- Ch 3.
- Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 2.
Make two.
Alternatively, embroider padded satin-stitch teeth over felt if you prefer a firmer square look.
Hair Strands
The sloth in the image has a few thin brown strands near the side of the head.
Cut 4 to 6 pieces of dark brown yarn about 3 inches long.
Latch them through the head at the left side near the bee and eye area, then trim to short wisps.
Striped Shirt
The shirt is fitted, with short sleeves and horizontal stripes.
It is easiest to make as a separate top worked from the neck downward.
Use green and yellow alternating with small beige breaks if desired.
- With green, ch 25 and join carefully. (25)
- Sc around. (25)
- Change to yellow, sc around. (25)
- Change to green, sc around. (25)
- Change to yellow, sc around. (25)
Create sleeve openings.
- Sc 4, ch 4, skip 4, sc 9, ch 4, skip 4, sc 4. (25 including chains)
- Sc around including chains. (25)
- Change to green, sc around. (25)
- Change to yellow, sc around. (25)
- Change to green, sc around. (25)
- Change to yellow, sc around. (25)
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Fasten off with a long tail if you want to tack it to the body.
Now work sleeves.
Join yarn to one armhole.
- Sc 8 around armhole. (8)
- Sc around. (8)
- Sc around. (8)
Fasten off.
Repeat for second sleeve.
The sleeves in the image are short and hug the upper arm closely.
Denim Overalls
The overalls are the most important clothing layer after the face.
They should fit snugly, rise high on the belly, and end at mid-calf with rolled cuffs.
Use denim blue.
Pant Legs (Make 2)
- Ch 19 and join. (19)
- Sc around. (19)
- Sc around. (19)
- Sc around. (19)
- Sc around. (19)
- Sc around. (19)
- Sc around. (19)
- BLO sc around. (19)
That BLO round creates the fold line for the cuff.
Fold upward later and tack discreetly.
Fasten off first leg only.
Make second leg but do not fasten off.
Join Pants
- From second leg, ch 3 and join to first leg. Sc 19 around first leg, sc 3 across chain, sc 19 around second leg, sc 3 across opposite side of chain. (44)
- Sc around. (44)
- Sc around. (44)
- Sc around. (44)
- Sc around. (44)
- (Sc 20, dec) x2. (42)
- Sc around. (42)
- (Sc 5, dec) x6. (36)
- Sc around. (36)
- Sc around. (36)
The pants should look a little roomy around the hip, just like soft denim overalls.
Bib Front
Mark the front center 12 stitches.
Join blue yarn.
- Sc 12 across, turn. (12)
- Sc 12, turn. (12)
- Sc 12, turn. (12)
- Sc 10, turn. (10)
- Sc 10, turn. (10)
- Sc 8, turn. (8)
- Sc 8, turn. (8)
Fasten off.
Back Upper Edge
Join yarn at the back and work 1 round of sc evenly around the waist and bib edges for a finished denim look.
Straps (Make 2)
- Ch 14.
- Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 13.
Sew each strap from back waistband to top corners of bib.
Add a small wooden button at the lower end of each front strap position as shown in the image.
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Overall Details
The photo shows two small sunflower embellishments on the overalls, one on the bib and one near the lower right leg area.
Make these as tiny layered appliqués.
Sunflower Center (Make 2)
With brown:
- MR 6 sc. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
Sunflower Petals
Join yellow.
- (Ch 2, sl st in next st) x12.
Add two small green leaf stitches beneath each flower using surface embroidery.
Crossbody Bag
The bag is small, rounded, and hangs low across the body from the left shoulder to the right hip.
Use pale beige.
- MR 6 sc. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- (Sc 1, inc) x6. (18)
- (Sc 2, inc) x6. (24)
- Sc around. (24)
- Sc around. (24)
Make two identical circles.
Place wrong sides together and sc around through both layers for 18 stitches, leaving top open.
Add a flap:
- Across 10 top front sts, sc 10, turn.
- Dec, sc 6, dec. (8)
- Sc 8.
- Dec, sc 4, dec. (6)
Fasten off.
For strap, ch 42, then sl st back along the chain for a narrow cord.
Sew to bag sides.
Decorate the flap with a tiny bee motif.
Tiny Bee for Bag
- With yellow, MR 4 sc. (4)
- Change to black, sc 4.
- Change to yellow, sc 4.
Add two tiny white wings made from 2 ch loops or small felt ovals.
Feet Toes and Sandals
The sloth in the image has visible soft white toes and open brown sandals with a daisy on each strap.
This detail gives the finished doll its exact playful look.
Toes (Make 10 Small Nubs)
Use white.
- MR 4 sc. (4)
- Sc around. (4)
Fasten off, leaving tails.
Sew 5 toe nubs to each foot front in a gentle fan arrangement.
Keep them close and slightly overlapping.
Sandal Sole (Make 2)
Use tan.
- Ch 7.
- Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 4, 3 sc in last ch, working opposite side sc 4, 2 sc in final ch. (14)
- Inc, sc 4, inc x3, sc 4, inc x2. (20)
- Sc around. (20)
Sandal Strap
Use medium brown.
- Ch 10.
- Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 9.
Sew across the top of the foot over the toe area.
Add one tiny daisy to each sandal strap.
Hat
The hat is a wide, soft blue sun hat with a slightly drooping brim and a white daisy chain around the crown.
Use blue.
- MR 6 sc. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- (Sc 1, inc) x6. (18)
- (Sc 2, inc) x6. (24)
- (Sc 3, inc) x6. (30)
- (Sc 4, inc) x6. (36)
- (Sc 5, inc) x6. (42)
- (Sc 6, inc) x6. (48)
- Sc around. (48)
- BLO sc around. (48)
- Sc around. (48)
- (Sc 7, inc) x6. (54)
- Sc around. (54)
- (Sc 8, inc) x6. (60)
- Sc around. (60)
- (Sc 9, inc) x6. (66)
- Sc around. (66)
If you want a softer, more floppy brim like the photo, stop here.
If you want more width, add one more increase round to 72 stitches and one plain round.
Daisy Hat Band
Make 5 small daisies.
For each daisy:
- With yellow, MR 6 sc. (6)
- Join white and work (ch 3, sl st in same st) x6 petals.
Sew daisies along a thin white chain or directly around the hat crown.
Bouquet of Daisies
The bouquet in the image has several white daisies, green stems, and a tied bow.
Make 6 flowers.
Daisy Flower (Make 6)
- With yellow, MR 6 sc. (6)
- Join white, (ch 4, sl st in next st) x6.
Flatten petals neatly.
Stem (Make 6)
Use green.
- Ch 14.
- Sl st back along the chain.
Sew one stem to each flower.
Gather stems together and tie with a beige yarn bow.
If you want the bouquet to hold its shape better, insert thin floral wire into the stems before securing.
Bee Appliqué on Head
The photo shows a larger bee resting on the sloth’s upper head near one eye.
This bee is rounder and more visible than the bag bee.
- With yellow, MR 6 sc. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- Change to black, sc around. (12)
- Change to yellow, sc around. (12)
- Change to black, sc around. (12)
Lightly stuff or leave flat.
Add two white wings:
- MR 4 sc, fasten off. Make 2.
Sew wings to the top of the bee and stitch the bee at an angle on the head.
Standing Bees (Make 2)
The display includes two separate little bees on the table.
These are plump and rounded with black face spots and tiny wings.
Use yellow.
- MR 6 sc. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- (Sc 1, inc) x6. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- (Sc 1, dec) x6. (12)
- Sc around. (12)
- Dec x6. (6)
Stuff before closing.
Add a black embroidered circle or felt oval to the front-lower side to match the bold dark marking seen in the image.
Sew tiny white wings on the side near the top.
Honey Pot
The little honey pot is short, rounded, and topped with a warm golden opening.
Base in brown.
- MR 6 sc. (6)
- Inc around. (12)
- (Sc 1, inc) x6. (18)
- (Sc 2, inc) x6. (24)
- Sc around. (24)
- Sc around. (24)
- (Sc 2, dec) x6. (18)
Change to honey yellow.
- FLO sc around. (18)
- Sc around. (18)
- (Sc 1, inc) x9. (27)
- Sc around. (27)
Fasten off.
For the tiny side drip or knob shown on the pot, make a small yellow bobble or 4-sc nub and sew it to the outer side.
Small Head Flower
The sloth also has a small lavender-and-yellow flower near one eye.
Use yellow center and lavender petals.
- With yellow, MR 5 sc. (5)
- Join lavender, (ch 3, sl st in next st) x5 petals.
Add a tiny green leaf chain behind it if desired.
Final Assembly and Facial Placement
Dress the body in the striped shirt first.
Then pull on the overalls and sew the bib in place if needed so it stays centered.
Attach straps and buttons after checking the fit across the chest.
Sew the arms over the shirt sleeves so the clothing looks layered naturally.
Add the sandals last, once the legs are already attached and balanced.
For the face, sew the eye pads wide apart and slightly above the nose line.
Attach the white eye domes on top of the pads and place the black pupils outward and slightly uneven for the playful character look.
Sew the nose between and below the eyes, projecting forward.
Embroider a long curved smile in dark brown below the nose.
Sew the two white teeth at the center under the smile, leaving a narrow gap between them.
Attach the head bee and small flower asymmetrically, just as shown in the image.
Shaping Tips for a 100% Similar Look
- Head: Make it large and rounded, but do not overstuff the cheeks.
- Neck: Keep it long, slim, and slightly forward-curved.
- Body: Soft rounded belly, not barrel-shaped.
- Arms: Relaxed and narrow, ending in tiny white claw tips.
- Legs: Long and gentle, with feet turned a little outward.
- Eyes: Protruding and whimsical, not flat against the head.
- Nose: Large and dominant, centered and rounded.
- Outfit: Overalls must sit high on the belly with visible straps and cuffed hems.
Final Assembly and Facial Detailing
Check the eye direction before sewing permanently.
A tiny change in pupil angle changes the whole expression.
Keep the smile soft and slightly upward, not too wide.
Position the teeth neatly and evenly so they peek out in a cute, simple way.
Care Notes
Display pieces like the bees, hat, bouquet, and honey pot can be stored separately when not in use.
For a child-safe version, replace small detachable decorations with embroidered details and securely stitched soft parts.
Quick Checklist Before You Finish
- Head firmly stuffed
- Neck supported and slightly curved
- Eyes evenly placed but not perfectly mirrored
- Nose centered
- Smile and teeth aligned
- Shirt fitted under overalls
- Buttons, flowers, and bee accents attached
- Sandals secured
- Hat brim shaped softly
- Bouquet tied neatly
Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines
Spot clean with a lightly damp cloth and mild soap.
Do not machine wash if the doll includes wooden buttons, wired stems, or glued details.
Reshape while drying and keep out of prolonged direct sunlight to preserve the yarn colors.
Store flat or seated in a dust-free space so the neck and hat brim keep their shape.
