This cute garden frog amigurumi is dressed for a sunny day outside. The design features a soft green frog with big glossy eyes, a cream lower face, pink cheeks, blue overalls, a yellow and blue striped shirt, red sandals, a tiny flower on the head, a sunflower crossbody bag, a striped garden hat, a watering can, and a small trowel.
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Pattern Overview
This pattern is written in US crochet terms. The frog is worked mostly in continuous rounds, then the clothing and garden accessories are made separately and sewn on. The finished piece is designed to look like the pictured garden frog with a rounded head, short body, long slim legs, simple arms, and playful gardening details.
The shape is compact and soft, with the head slightly wider than the body. The eye bumps sit high on the head, the cream face patch covers the lower front, and the overalls sit over a striped shirt. The accessories are small but important because they complete the garden theme.
Finished Size
- Using DK weight yarn and a 2.25 mm crochet hook, the frog measures about 10.5 inches tall.
- The hat measures about 4.25 inches wide across the brim.
- The watering can measures about 2 inches wide.
- The trowel measures about 2.25 inches long.
Materials
- DK weight cotton or cotton blend yarn in light green for the frog body.
- DK weight yarn in cream for the lower face patch.
- DK weight yarn in denim blue for the overalls.
- DK weight yarn in pale blue for cuffs, strap, and bag details.
- DK weight yarn in yellow for shirt stripes, sunflower petals, and flower centers.
- DK weight yarn in red for sandals, hat stripes, and tiny flowers.
- DK weight yarn in white for daisies.
- DK weight yarn in pink for cheeks and small flowers.
- DK weight yarn in brown for sunflower center and trowel handle.
- DK weight yarn in beige for the watering can.
- A small amount of light gray blue yarn for the trowel blade.
- 2 safety eyes, 12 mm to 14 mm.
- 2.25 mm crochet hook.
- Yarn needle.
- Fiberfill stuffing.
- Stitch marker.
- Small flat buttons, about 6 mm, for the overall straps.
- Black embroidery thread for nostrils and mouth.
Abbreviations
- MR = magic ring
- ch = chain
- sl st = slip stitch
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- inc = 2 single crochet in the same stitch
- dec = invisible single crochet decrease
- BLO = back loop only
- FLO = front loop only
- st = stitch
- sts = stitches
- Rnd = round
- Row = row
- FO = fasten off
Important Pattern Notes
- Work in continuous rounds unless the pattern says to join.
- Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
- Stuff the head and body firmly, but do not overstuff the arms or accessories.
- Keep your stitches tight so the stuffing does not show through.
- For a soft amigurumi look, use a hook smaller than the yarn label recommends.
- Sew all pieces with matching yarn when possible.
- Pin pieces in place before sewing to check the final expression and balance.
Frog Head
The head is a rounded oval with a wide face. The safety eyes are placed on separate green eye bumps, which gives the frog the raised-eye look shown in the picture. The cream face patch is sewn over the lower front after the head is stuffed.
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Head Base
Use light green yarn.
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. 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
- Rnd 9: sc 7, inc, repeat around. 54 sts
- Rnd 10: sc 8, inc, repeat around. 60 sts
- Rnd 11 to Rnd 18: sc in each st around. 60 sts
- Rnd 19: sc 8, dec, repeat around. 54 sts
- Rnd 20: sc 7, dec, repeat around. 48 sts
- Rnd 21: sc 6, dec, repeat around. 42 sts
- Rnd 22: sc 5, dec, repeat around. 36 sts
- Rnd 23: sc 4, dec, repeat around. 30 sts
- Rnd 24: sc 3, dec, repeat around. 24 sts
Begin stuffing the head. Shape the top gently with your fingers so it stays broad and slightly flat across the front. Continue stuffing as you close the head.
- Rnd 25: sc 2, dec, repeat around. 18 sts
- Rnd 26: sc 1, dec, repeat around. 12 sts
- Rnd 27: dec around. 6 sts
FO, leaving a tail. Weave the tail through the front loops of the final 6 stitches and pull closed.
Eye Bumps
Make 2 with light green yarn. These raised bumps create the rounded frog eyes at the top of the head.
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. 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 to Rnd 6: sc in each st around. 24 sts
- Rnd 7: sc 2, dec, repeat around. 18 sts
Insert one safety eye into each eye bump between Rnd 3 and Rnd 4. Place the safety eye slightly toward the front of the bump, not in the exact center. Stuff each bump lightly so it stays rounded but not heavy.
FO, leaving a long sewing tail. Sew the eye bumps to the top front of the head between Rnd 7 and Rnd 15 of the head. Leave about 10 stitches between the inside edges. Angle them slightly outward to match the wide-eyed frog expression.
Cream Lower Face Patch
Use cream yarn. This oval patch creates the pale lower face shown across the frog’s mouth and chin.
- Ch 20.
- Rnd 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc 18, 3 sc in last ch. Work along the other side of the chain, sc 17, inc in the first ch space. 40 sts
- Rnd 2: inc, sc 17, inc in each of next 3 sts, sc 17, inc in each of next 2 sts. 46 sts
- Rnd 3: sc 1, inc, sc 17, sc 1, inc, repeat 3 times across the curved end, sc 17, sc 1, inc, repeat 2 times across the second curved end. 52 sts
- Rnd 4: sc in each st around. 52 sts
FO, leaving a long sewing tail. Place the patch on the lower front of the head. The top edge should sit just below the eyes, and the bottom edge should curve around the chin. Sew only around the edge so the center remains smooth.
Cheeks
Make 2 with pink yarn.
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts
- Rnd 2: inc in each st around. 12 sts
FO, leaving a sewing tail. Sew one cheek on each side of the cream patch, slightly below the eyes. Keep them round and flat.
Face Embroidery
- Use black embroidery thread for the nostrils.
- Make two short vertical stitches on the green area just above the cream patch.
- Use black or dark green thread to stitch a shallow curved mouth along the top edge of the cream patch.
- The mouth should dip slightly in the center, then rise gently toward both cheeks.
Body
The body is crocheted from the bottom upward. The lower section is denim blue for the overalls, and the upper section is striped yellow and pale blue for the shirt. The front bib, straps, cuffs, and pockets are added later.
Start with denim blue yarn.
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. 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 to Rnd 12: sc in each st around. 42 sts
- Rnd 13: Change to yellow. sc in each st around. 42 sts
- Rnd 14: Change to pale blue. sc in each st around. 42 sts
- Rnd 15: Change to yellow. sc in each st around. 42 sts
- Rnd 16: Change to pale blue. sc 5, dec, repeat around. 36 sts
- Rnd 17: Change to yellow. sc in each st around. 36 sts
- Rnd 18: Change to pale blue. sc in each st around. 36 sts
- Rnd 19: Change to yellow. sc 4, dec, repeat around. 30 sts
- Rnd 20: Change to pale blue. sc in each st around. 30 sts
- Rnd 21: Change to yellow. sc 3, dec, repeat around. 24 sts
- Rnd 22: Change to pale blue. sc in each st around. 24 sts
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Stuff the body firmly. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing the body to the head. The striped shirt section should show above the bib and at the shoulders.
Legs
Make 2 with light green yarn. The legs are long and slim, matching the garden frog’s standing pose.
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts
- Rnd 2: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 9 sts
- Rnd 3: sc 2, inc, repeat around. 12 sts
- Rnd 4 to Rnd 18: sc in each st around. 12 sts
Stuff lightly, keeping the legs flexible. FO, leaving a long sewing tail. Sew the legs to the bottom of the blue body, leaving a small gap between them so the overalls look like shorts.
Feet
Make 2 with light green yarn. The feet are short and rounded with small toe bumps visible at the front of the sandals.
- Ch 7.
- Rnd 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch. Work along the other side, sc 4, inc in first ch space. 14 sts
- Rnd 2: inc, sc 4, inc in each of next 3 sts, sc 4, inc in each of next 2 sts. 20 sts
- Rnd 3: sc in each st around. 20 sts
- Rnd 4: sc 4, bobble toe, sc 2, bobble toe, sc 2, bobble toe, sc 9. 20 sts
- Rnd 5: sc 3, dec, repeat around. 16 sts
- Rnd 6: sc 2, dec, repeat around. 12 sts
For each bobble toe, work 4 dc into the same stitch, remove hook, insert hook into the first dc, pull the working loop through, then continue. Stuff each foot lightly. FO and sew each foot to the bottom of a leg with the toes facing forward.
Arms and Sleeves
Make 2. Each arm starts with a green hand and ends with a short striped sleeve. The arms hang downward from under the head, just outside the overall straps.
Start with light green yarn.
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts
- Rnd 2: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 9 sts
- Rnd 3 to Rnd 10: sc in each st around. 9 sts
- Rnd 11: Change to pale blue. sc in each st around. 9 sts
- Rnd 12: Change to yellow. sc in each st around. 9 sts
- Rnd 13: Change to pale blue. sc in each st around. 9 sts
- Rnd 14: Change to yellow. sc 2, inc, repeat around. 12 sts
- Rnd 15: Change to pale blue. sc in each st around. 12 sts
Stuff only the green lower arm lightly. Flatten the sleeve opening and sc through both layers with 6 sc to close. FO, leaving a long sewing tail. Sew the arms to the sides of the body at Rnd 19 to Rnd 21, angled slightly downward.
Overalls Details
The blue overalls are the most visible clothing piece. The body already includes the blue shorts section, so this part adds the front bib, straps, cuffs, pocket, buttons, and tiny embroidered flowers.
Front Bib
Use denim blue yarn.
- Ch 15.
- Row 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc 14. Ch 1, turn. 14 sts
- Row 2 to Row 10: sc across. Ch 1, turn. 14 sts
- Row 11: sc across. Do not turn.
- Border: sc evenly around all four sides, placing 2 sc in each corner.
FO, leaving a long tail. Sew the bib to the front of the body. The lower edge should overlap the top of the blue shorts, and the upper edge should sit over the striped shirt.
Overall Pocket
Use denim blue yarn.
- Ch 8.
- Row 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc 7. Ch 1, turn.
- Row 2 to Row 5: sc across. Ch 1, turn.
- Row 6: sc across.
FO, leaving a sewing tail. Sew the pocket to the center of the bib. Add one short vertical stitch in pale blue yarn to look like pocket stitching.
Shoulder Straps
Make 2 with denim blue yarn.
- Ch 27.
- Row 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc 26.
FO, leaving tails. Sew one end of each strap to the top corners of the bib. Cross the straps slightly over the shoulders and sew the other ends to the upper back of the blue shorts section. Sew a small tan button at the front of each strap.
Shorts Cuffs
Make 2 with pale blue yarn.
- Ch 18 and join with a sl st to form a ring.
- Rnd 1: sc in each ch around. 18 sts
- Rnd 2: sc in each st around. 18 sts
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FO, leaving a tail. Sew one cuff around the top of each leg where it meets the blue shorts. This creates the rolled hem shown at the bottom of the overalls.
Flower Embroidery on Overalls
- On the bib, stitch a tiny red flower with a yellow center near the lower right side.
- On the lower right shorts leg, stitch a small white flower, a pink flower, a red dot flower, and two green stem lines.
- Keep the embroidery flat and small so the overalls remain neat.
Red Sandals
The frog wears simple red sandals with green toes showing at the front. The sandal straps sit across the top of each foot, with a small white flower decoration near the outer side.
Sandal Sole
Make 2 with red yarn.
- Ch 8.
- Rnd 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc 6, 3 sc in last ch. Work along the other side, sc 5, inc in first ch space. 16 sts
- Rnd 2: inc, sc 5, inc in each of next 3 sts, sc 5, inc in each of next 2 sts. 22 sts
FO, leaving a long tail. Place each sole under a green foot and sew around the edge. Let the green toes extend slightly beyond the front.
Sandal Strap
Make 2 with red yarn.
- Ch 10.
- Row 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sl st 9.
FO, leaving tails. Sew each strap across the top front of a foot, just behind the toe bumps.
Sandal Flowers
Make 2 tiny white flowers.
- With yellow yarn, make 5 sc in MR, join with sl st.
- Change to white. Ch 2, sl st in next st, repeat 5 times.
FO and sew one flower on the outer side of each red sandal strap.
Head Daisy
The frog has a small white daisy on top of the head, slightly left of center between the eye bumps.
- With yellow yarn, make 6 sc in MR. Join with sl st.
- Change to white.
- Ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, sl st into next yellow st.
- Repeat the petal step 6 times total.
FO, leaving a sewing tail. Sew the daisy to the top of the head, just in front of the left eye bump.
Crossbody Bag
The bag is light blue and sits on the frog’s left hip. The strap crosses from the right shoulder to the left side, and a small sunflower decorates the front of the bag.
Bag Front and Back
Make 2 panels with pale blue yarn.
- Ch 11.
- Row 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc 10. Ch 1, turn.
- Row 2 to Row 9: sc across. Ch 1, turn.
- Row 10: sc across.
Place the two panels together. Sc through both layers around three sides, leaving the top open. Add 2 sc in each bottom corner. FO and weave in the end.
Bag Flap
Use pale blue yarn.
- Join yarn at the top back edge of the bag.
- Row 1: sc 10 across the top back edge. Ch 1, turn.
- Row 2 to Row 4: sc across. Ch 1, turn.
- Row 5: sc across.
FO. Fold the flap over the front. Sew the side edges lightly if you want the flap to stay flat.
Bag Strap
Use pale blue yarn.
- Ch 58.
- Row 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sl st or sc across. 57 sts
FO, leaving tails. Sew one end to each side of the bag. Place the strap across the frog from the right shoulder to the left hip, then tack it down with a few hidden stitches.
Sunflower on Bag
Use brown and yellow yarn.
- With brown yarn, make 6 sc in MR. Join with sl st.
- Rnd 2: inc in each st around. Join with sl st. 12 sts
- Change to yellow.
- Ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, sl st into next brown st.
- Repeat around to make 12 small petals.
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FO, leaving a tail. Sew the sunflower to the lower front of the bag. Keep the petals spread evenly.
Garden Hat
The hat is made separately and placed beside the frog. It has a rounded crown and a wide brim with red and yellow stripes. Work the hat loosely enough that the brim can curve naturally.
Start with red yarn.
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts
- Rnd 2: inc in each st around. 12 sts
- Rnd 3: sc 1, inc, repeat around. 18 sts
- Rnd 4: Change to yellow. sc 2, inc, repeat around. 24 sts
- Rnd 5: sc 3, inc, repeat around. 30 sts
- Rnd 6: Change to red. sc 4, inc, repeat around. 36 sts
- Rnd 7: sc in each st around. 36 sts
- Rnd 8: Change to yellow. sc in each st around. 36 sts
- Rnd 9: sc in each st around. 36 sts
- Rnd 10: Change to red. sc in each st around. 36 sts
- Rnd 11: sc in each st around. 36 sts
- Rnd 12: Change to yellow. sc in each st around. 36 sts
- Rnd 13: Change to red. FLO sc 2, inc, repeat around. 48 sts
- Rnd 14: sc in each st around. 48 sts
- Rnd 15: Change to yellow. sc 3, inc, repeat around. 60 sts
- Rnd 16: sc in each st around. 60 sts
- Rnd 17: Change to red. sc 4, inc, repeat around. 72 sts
- Rnd 18: sc in each st around. 72 sts
- Rnd 19: sl st loosely in each st around. 72 sts
FO and weave in the end. Shape the brim with your fingers so it curves slightly downward. Light stuffing inside the crown is optional if you want the hat to keep a rounded shape while displayed.
Watering Can
The watering can is small and beige, with a rounded body, top knob, handle, and short spout. It sits beside the frog as a garden accessory.
Can Body
Use beige yarn.
- Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. 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 to Rnd 8: sc in each st around. 24 sts
- Rnd 9: sc 2, dec, repeat around. 18 sts
- Rnd 10: sc 1, dec, repeat around. 12 sts
Stuff firmly but keep the body rounded. FO, leaving a tail. Close the opening by weaving through the front loops.
Can Top Knob
Use beige yarn.
- Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts
- Rnd 2: inc in each st around. 10 sts
- Rnd 3: sc in each st around. 10 sts
- Rnd 4: dec around. 5 sts
FO, leaving a tail. Sew the knob on top of the can body.
Can Spout
Use beige yarn.
- Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts
- Rnd 2: sc in each st around. 5 sts
- Rnd 3: sc 1, inc, sc 1, inc, sc 1. 7 sts
- Rnd 4 to Rnd 7: sc in each st around. 7 sts
FO, leaving a tail. Do not overstuff. Sew the wider end of the spout to one side of the can, angled upward.
Can Handle
Use beige yarn.
- Ch 18.
- Row 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc 17.
FO, leaving tails. Sew one end near the upper side of the can and the other end near the lower side, forming a curved handle.
Garden Trowel
The trowel has a brown handle and a pale gray blue blade. It is small enough to sit beside the frog and watering can.
Handle
Use brown yarn.
- Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts
- Rnd 2 to Rnd 9: sc in each st around. 5 sts
Stuff very lightly with the tip of your yarn needle. FO, leaving a tail.
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Blade
Use light gray blue yarn.
- Ch 6.
- Rnd 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc 4, 3 sc in last ch. Work along the other side, sc 3, inc in first ch space. 12 sts
- Rnd 2: inc, sc 3, inc in each of next 3 sts, sc 3, inc in each of next 2 sts. 18 sts
- Rnd 3: sc 2, hdc 3, dc 2, hdc 3, sc 8. 18 sts
FO, leaving a tail. Flatten the blade slightly. Sew the narrow end of the blade to the top of the brown handle.
Tiny Clothing Flowers
Use these small flowers for the overalls, sandals, and optional decoration on the frog. They are simple, flat, and easy to sew on.
Five-Petal Mini Flower
- With center color, make 5 sc in MR. Join with sl st.
- Change to petal color.
- Ch 2, sl st in next st, repeat 5 times.
FO, leaving a sewing tail. Make flowers in white, red, pink, or yellow as needed. The pictured frog has flowers on the head, sandals, bag, bib, and lower right side of the overalls.
Final Assembly and Facial Detailing
- Sew the body to the bottom of the head. Center the cream face patch above the bib.
- Sew the arms to the sides of the upper body, placing the sleeves just below the head.
- Sew the legs to the bottom of the body, then attach the feet so the toes point forward.
- Sew the overalls bib to the front and add the straps over the shoulders.
- Add the pocket, buttons, cuffs, and tiny embroidered flowers.
- Sew the red sandals to the feet and add one white flower to each sandal.
- Attach the crossbody bag so it rests on the frog’s left side.
- Sew the daisy to the top of the head, slightly to one side.
- Place the hat, watering can, and trowel beside the frog for display.
For the face, keep the embroidery simple. The nostrils should be small and vertical. The mouth should be a soft shallow curve following the upper edge of the cream face patch. Avoid pulling the embroidery too tight, because that can distort the rounded head.
Care Notes
- Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap.
- Do not machine wash if safety eyes, buttons, or delicate embroidery are used.
- Let the frog air dry fully before storing.
- Keep away from rough surfaces that may catch the stitches.
Quick Checklist Before You Finish
- The eye bumps are even and securely sewn.
- The cream face patch is centered and smooth.
- The mouth curve is gentle and not pulled tight.
- The bib sits straight over the striped shirt.
- The straps cross neatly over the shoulders.
- The bag rests diagonally across the body.
- The hat has visible red and yellow stripes.
- The watering can and trowel are small and lightly stuffed.
Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines
To preserve the frog’s shape, clean only the stained area whenever possible. Use cool water, a soft cloth, and a small amount of mild soap. Gently dab the surface instead of rubbing the stitches.
After cleaning, press the piece lightly with a dry towel. Reshape the head, eye bumps, brim of the hat, and bag strap while damp. Let all pieces dry flat in a shaded area.
For long-term storage, keep the frog in a clean dry place. Avoid direct sunlight because strong light can fade the green body, blue overalls, red sandals, and striped hat over time.
If the accessories become bent, reshape them gently with your fingers. The hat brim, watering can handle, trowel blade, and crossbody strap can be adjusted by hand after storage.
