19 Pig Crochet Patterns to Delight Crafters
There is something undeniably charming about a crocheted pig. Whether it is the round snout, the curly little tail, or the plump body that just begs to be squeezed, pigs have become one of the most beloved subjects in the world of amigurumi and crochet design. From tiny keychains that dangle from a backpack to large stuffed animals that take pride of place on a nursery shelf, pig crochet patterns come in an extraordinary range of styles, skill levels, and sizes. If you have been scrolling through your yarn stash wondering what to make next, this roundup of 19 pig crochet patterns is exactly the inspiration you need.
Whether you are a complete beginner picking up a crochet hook for the first time or an experienced maker who can work a magic ring in your sleep, there is a pig pattern on this list for you. You will find classic amigurumi pigs, piglets tucked into snuggly blankets, pig softies, pig appliqués, wearable pig accessories, and even a pig lovey that will become a baby’s best friend. So grab your pink yarn — though any color works, since this is crochet and the rules are wonderfully flexible — and settle in for a deep dive into the most delightful pig patterns the crochet world has to offer.
Why Crochet a Pig?
Before diving into the patterns themselves, it is worth taking a moment to appreciate why pigs are such a popular subject for crochet makers. For starters, pigs are universally recognized and loved. Children adore them, adults find them charming, and their simple, round shapes translate beautifully into yarn. The basic pig body is often just a sphere or an oval, which makes the foundational construction approachable for beginners. The defining features — the flat, circular snout with two nostrils, the small rounded ears, and the signature curly tail — are easy to add with simple crochet techniques or even with a bit of embroidery.
Pigs are also endlessly versatile as a theme. They slot naturally into farmyard-themed nurseries, they make wonderful gifts for anyone born in the Year of the Pig, and they pair beautifully with Peppa Pig birthday parties. A crocheted pig can be a child’s comfort toy, a decorative item on a shelf, a practical pouch for holding small items, or a wearable accessory like a hat or bag charm. In short, when you learn to crochet pigs, you unlock a whole category of projects that people will genuinely love to receive.
Tips Before You Start
No matter which pattern you choose from this list, a few general tips will set you up for success.
Choose the right yarn weight. Most amigurumi patterns call for DK or worsted weight yarn because these weights give you enough stitch definition to see the details of your work. If you go too bulky, your pig may look lumpy. If you go too fine without adjusting your hook size, the stuffing can show through the stitches. A tight gauge is generally preferred for stuffed animals so the polyfill does not peek out.
Use a smaller hook than the yarn label recommends. This is the golden rule of amigurumi. If your yarn label says to use a 5.0 mm hook, try a 3.5 mm or 4.0 mm hook instead. The tighter fabric this creates gives your finished pig a firmer, neater appearance.
Safety eyes are a game changer. Most of the patterns below will call for plastic safety eyes, and they really do make a difference in the finished look. Always insert and lock safety eyes before stuffing and closing the head, because once the piece is stuffed it becomes very difficult to push the backing through from inside. If you are making a pig for a child under three years old, embroider the eyes with yarn instead of using safety eyes to eliminate any choking hazard.
Stuff firmly but not too firmly. The goal is a pig that holds its shape without feeling like a rock. Add stuffing gradually, checking the shape as you go. A stuffing stick or a chopstick can help you push polyfill into smaller parts like legs and ears.
Mark your rounds. When working in the round, which most amigurumi patterns require, it is easy to lose track of where one round ends and the next begins. Use a stitch marker or a small scrap of contrasting yarn to mark the first stitch of each round. Your pig will thank you.
The 19 Pig Crochet Patterns
1. Classic Amigurumi Pig
The classic amigurumi pig is the pattern that most makers start with, and for good reason. It features a round body, stubby legs, rounded ears, a flat circular snout, and a coiled tail. The proportions are adorable — a big round head paired with a smaller body gives it that irresistible baby-animal look. This style of pig is worked entirely in the round using single crochet stitches, making it a perfect project for anyone who has mastered the basic amigurumi technique. Finished in soft pink yarn with safety eyes and a few embroidered nostrils, the classic amigurumi pig is a timeless make that never goes out of style.
2. Tiny Pig Keychain
If you love miniature crochet, a tiny pig keychain is an absolute joy to make. These little pigs are typically worked with fingering or sock weight yarn and a 1.5 mm to 2.0 mm hook, resulting in a pig that fits in the palm of your hand. A split ring or lobster clasp attached through the top of the head turns the finished pig into a bag charm or keyring. The construction is the same as a larger amigurumi pig, just scaled way down. Once you get the hang of working with fine yarn, you may find yourself making an entire herd of tiny pigs to give as gifts.
3. Pig Lovey Blanket
A pig lovey — sometimes called a security blanket or a lovey toy — combines a crocheted pig head with a small attached blanket, creating the perfect snuggly companion for a baby or toddler. The pig head sits at the center top of a square or hexagonal blanket, and the blanket portion is often worked in a lacy or textured stitch that gives little fingers something interesting to feel. Pig loveys are among the most popular handmade baby gifts because they are practical, beautiful, and deeply personal. Choose a soft, baby-safe yarn like cotton or merino for this one, since it will spend a lot of time against a baby’s skin.
4. Peppa Pig Inspired Amigurumi
Anyone with young children has encountered Peppa Pig, and a handmade Peppa-inspired amigurumi is a surefire hit at a birthday party. These patterns capture Peppa’s distinctive rectangular face, round snout, small eyes set high on her head, and her red dress. The construction is slightly different from a traditional round amigurumi because Peppa’s head is flat rather than spherical, but most patterns walk you through this difference clearly. Make one for a Peppa fan in your life and watch their face light up with recognition and delight.
5. Sleeping Pig Softie
A sleeping pig softie lies flat rather than sitting upright, giving it a relaxed, peaceful look that is absolutely irresistible. The closed eyes — usually embroidered with a simple curved stitch — and the little belly facing upward make this pig look like it is happily snoozing in the sun. Sleeping pig patterns are often worked as two flat pieces sewn together and lightly stuffed, making them a great option for crafters who find three-dimensional construction tricky. They also tend to be flatter and easier to store than traditional amigurumi, which is a nice practical bonus.
6. Pig in a Blanket Amigurumi
This concept is almost too cute to handle: a small amigurumi pig snuggled inside a tiny crocheted blanket, with just its head and front trotters peeking out. The pig and blanket are often made as separate pieces, with the blanket essentially forming a little sleeping bag. Some patterns even add a pillow. The pig in a blanket amigurumi makes a wonderfully creative gift and is a popular pattern for craft fairs because it draws people in with its storytelling quality — you can almost imagine the pig settling in for a long winter nap.
7. Pig Rattle Toy
For a baby-safe crochet project with an extra sensory element, look for pig rattle patterns that incorporate a small plastic rattle insert inside the stuffed body. The gentle sound the pig makes when shaken or squeezed delights babies and adds an interactive dimension to an already charming toy. When making a pig rattle, use a tightly crocheted fabric (a small hook and DK yarn work well) so neither the rattle insert nor the stuffing can escape through the stitches. This is one of those patterns that feels genuinely useful as well as adorable.
8. Pig Appliqué
Not every pig crochet pattern results in a three-dimensional creature. Pig appliqués are flat crocheted pieces designed to be sewn onto bags, hats, baby blankets, clothing, or pillowcases. A pig appliqué typically consists of a circular or oval body shape, two small ear pieces, and a round snout, all worked flat and then assembled. The result is a charming decoration that can personalize almost anything. If you are new to crochet and find amigurumi construction intimidating, appliqués are a wonderful way to practice shaping and assembly without the pressure of building a full three-dimensional figure.
9. Pig Ear Hat
A pig ear hat is a wearable crochet project that brings out the pig lover in everyone. Worked in the round from the top down or the bottom up, the hat itself is a simple beanie with two small pig ear embellishments sewn on at the top. Some patterns also add a small snout piece that sits at the center front of the brim, and a few even include a curly tail at the back. These hats are wildly popular for babies and toddlers and make excellent photo props for newborn shoots. They are also relatively quick to make, so you can churn out a few in an afternoon.
10. Amigurumi Piglet Family
A pattern set featuring a mama pig and several small piglets is a project that gives you a whole story to tell. The mama pig is typically larger, worked in worsted weight yarn to about 25–30 cm in length, while the piglets are smaller versions worked in DK weight. Some patterns in this category include a bonus farmyard setting — a little crochet pen made from sticks and yarn — but even without the extras, the family grouping makes a gorgeous display piece. This is a satisfying long-term project for crafters who like to work toward a bigger goal.
11. Pig Coin Purse
A pig coin purse is both functional and fun. The body of the pig forms the main pouch of the purse, and a zipper sewn along the back or belly allows it to open and close. Some patterns add legs so the pig stands upright, while others are designed to sit flat like a little pouch. The snout, ears, and tail are worked separately and attached after the main body is complete. A pig coin purse makes an excellent gift for a child who is just learning to manage their own spending money, and it is useful enough that adults will happily carry one too.
12. Standing Pig with Wire Armature
For crafters who want a pig that strikes a pose — standing on all four legs, for instance, or sitting up on its haunches — wire armature patterns are the answer. These patterns call for a length of craft wire threaded through the legs before stuffing, which allows you to bend the limbs into different positions. The result is a pig that looks almost like a sculpture, with far more dynamic posing options than a standard stuffed amigurumi. Wire armature projects require a little more patience and a few extra materials, but the finished pig has a lifelike quality that is genuinely impressive.
13. Pig Bookmark
A crochet pig bookmark is a quick, fun project that produces something genuinely useful. The simplest versions are flat pig faces worked in a small circle with ears and a snout attached, then sewn or glued to a length of ribbon or worked directly onto a thin strip of crochet fabric. More elaborate versions form a little pig head that peeks over the top of a page, with a body that wraps around the book cover to hold it in place. Pig bookmarks make excellent stocking stuffers and are fast enough to be a last-minute gift option.
14. Pig Stuffed Animal with Embroidered Details
Some pig patterns lean into an illustrative style, using embroidery to add rosy cheeks, decorative spots, or even little freckles to the finished figure. These pigs often have a more artistic, handcrafted feel compared to standard amigurumi. The embroidery details are added after the figure is fully assembled, using a tapestry needle and small amounts of contrasting yarn or embroidery floss. If you enjoy the finishing stages of a project as much as the construction, this type of pig pattern will give you a lot of satisfaction. Each one ends up looking slightly unique, which adds to the charm.
15. Crochet Pig Plush in a Dress
A pig dressed in a crocheted outfit brings a whole new level of personality to the project. Many amigurumi designers create pig patterns that come with a removable dress or overalls, allowing children to undress and redress the toy. The pig base is crocheted first, and then the clothing is worked separately and designed to slip on and off easily. Some patterns even include tiny accessories like a crocheted bow or a little bonnet. A dressed pig amigurumi has a dollhouse quality that appeals strongly to children in the three-to-eight age range.
16. Chunky Pig Floor Cushion
Not all pig crochet patterns are small. A chunky pig floor cushion uses super bulky yarn and a large hook to create an oversized pig-shaped pillow big enough for a child to sit on or hug. The construction is simpler than you might expect — the body is essentially two large circles or ovals crocheted separately and then sewn together with stuffing inside, with ears, a snout, and stubby legs added on. The scale of the project means it works up quickly despite the size, and the finished cushion makes a dramatic, joyful addition to any child’s bedroom.
17. Miniature Pig Finger Puppet
A pig finger puppet is one of the fastest and simplest pig crochet patterns you can find, making it perfect for beginners or for crafters who need a quick project. The puppet is essentially a small tube worked in the round, sized to fit over a finger, with pig features added at the closed end: two small ears, a circular snout, and safety eyes or embroidered eyes. A set of farm animal finger puppets — with the pig as the star of course — makes a wonderful open-ended toy for toddlers and a great tool for parents and teachers during storytime.
18. Pig Wall Hanging
A crochet pig wall hanging combines fiber art with home décor in a charming way. These patterns typically feature a pig face or full pig figure crocheted flat and then mounted on a wooden dowel or embroidery hoop. The background might be a woven yarn element or a solid crocheted panel, with the pig appliquéd on top. Some wall hanging patterns add tassels, fringe, or floral elements around the pig for a boho-farmhouse aesthetic. This is a wonderful project for crafters who enjoy making things for their own homes rather than as gifts, since a pig wall hanging can be genuinely stylish in the right setting.
19. Realistic Pig Amigurumi
For experienced crafters who want a challenge, a realistic pig amigurumi takes everything you know about shaping and construction and pushes it further. These patterns aim for anatomical accuracy — or as close to it as crochet allows — with a longer snout, properly proportioned legs, realistic ear placement, and careful color shading using multiple shades of pink and cream. The result looks like a miniature pig that could be a collector’s item. Realistic pig patterns often require advanced techniques like invisible decreases, surface crochet, and needle felting for detail work, but the finished product is the kind of thing that stops people in their tracks.
Choosing the Right Pattern for Your Skill Level
If you are a beginner, start with the finger puppet, the appliqué, or the classic round amigurumi. These patterns use basic stitches — chains, single crochet, slip stitches, increases, and decreases — and do not require assembly of many separate pieces.
Intermediate crafters will feel right at home with the pig lovey, the coin purse, the pig in a blanket, or the pig wearing a dress. These patterns introduce some new techniques, like working flat pieces alongside round ones, or adding simple embellishments.
Advanced makers should look at the wire armature pig, the chunky floor cushion, or the realistic amigurumi. These patterns assume confidence with the fundamentals and push you toward more complex construction and finishing work.
