Amigurumi Dice Cubes | Free Crochet Pattern

If you’ve ever sat at a tabletop game night wishing your dice were just a little more adorable, this project is about to change your life. These amigurumi dice cubes are soft, squishy, charming, and completely free to make using this pattern. Whether you’re crafting them as gifts for the gamer in your life, making oversized decorations for a game-themed party, or just diving into a satisfying crochet project for a weekend afternoon, these little cubes deliver every time.

This pattern is written for crocheters who have some basic amigurumi experience, but beginners who are comfortable with single crochet and working in the round will find it very approachable. We’ll walk through everything from materials to finishing touches, including how to add the classic dots that turn a plain cube into a recognizable die. Let’s get rolling — pun absolutely intended.

Why You’ll Love This Pattern

Amigurumi dice cubes sit in that wonderful sweet spot of being simple enough to finish in a single sitting while still being impressive enough to make people stop and say, “Wait, did you make that?” Each cube works up quickly once you get the rhythm of the flat squares, and assembling them into a three-dimensional cube is genuinely satisfying.

Here’s what makes this project especially fun:

These cubes are fully customizable. You can make them in any color combination you like, from classic white with black dots to a rainbow set where every face is a different color. You can scale them up by using bulkier yarn and a larger hook to make oversized gaming dice, or keep them small and sweet as keychain charms. The basic construction stays the same no matter what size you choose.

They also make wonderful gifts. Handmade gifts always carry extra meaning, and when you give a set of crocheted dice to someone who loves board games, tabletop RPGs, or just cute things in general, the response is almost always pure delight. You can make a full set of polyhedral-inspired cubes, add faces to them to turn them into characters, or leave them plain and simple — every version has its own charm.

Materials You’ll Need

Before you begin, gather your supplies. This pattern uses very standard amigurumi materials, so if you’ve made plushies before, you likely have most of this on hand already.

Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in your main color (MC) and a contrasting color (CC) for the dots. Classic options include white with black dots or red with white dots, but don’t let that stop your creativity. Approximately 50–80 yards of MC and a small amount of CC per die.

Hook: A 3.5mm (US E/4) crochet hook works well for worsted weight yarn to create a tightly woven fabric that holds its shape and doesn’t let the stuffing peek through. Adjust as needed for your personal tension.

Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill. You’ll want your cube to feel firm and hold its shape without being rock hard. Stuff generously.

Yarn needle: For sewing the panels together and weaving in ends.

Stitch markers: Helpful for keeping track of your rounds, especially when you’re first getting used to crocheting flat squares.

Scissors: Always.

Optional: Small black buttons or safety eyes if you’d prefer an alternative to embroidered dots. If this toy will go to a child under three, stick with embroidery only.

Gauge and Sizing

Using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5mm hook, each finished panel measures approximately 2.5 inches by 2.5 inches, and your finished cube will measure roughly 2.5 inches on each side. This creates a satisfying, palm-sized die that’s easy to work with and easy to display.

If you want to make a larger die — say, for use as a decoration on a shelf or a photo prop — try using chunky weight yarn with a 5.5mm hook. Your panels will grow to about 4 inches square, giving you a cube around 4 inches per side. For a truly giant die, use super bulky yarn and a 10mm hook.

Gauge isn’t critical for this project as long as your panels are square and the same size as each other. Just measure your first panel before continuing, and adjust your hook or tension as needed so your panel comes out square rather than rectangular.

Abbreviations

Here are the abbreviations used throughout this pattern:

ch — chain
sc — single crochet
sl st — slip stitch
MR — magic ring
st(s) — stitch(es)
BLO — back loop only
FO — fasten off
RS — right side
WS — wrong side

Pattern Notes

This cube is made by crocheting six separate flat square panels and then sewing them together before seaming the final edge with the cube stuffed firmly inside. This construction method gives your die very clean, crisp edges that look tidy and professional.

All panels are made the same way. You’ll embroider or attach the dots before assembling the cube, while the panels are still flat and easy to work on.

When working the flat panels, you will turn your work at the end of each row, which is different from most amigurumi construction. We’re working back and forth in rows for the flat pieces, then sewing them into a 3D shape.

The Pattern

Panel (Make 6)

Each panel is a simple square worked in rows. The key to getting a perfect square is working back and forth in single crochet with a turning chain of one. Many crocheters find that chain one as a turning chain gives a slightly tighter edge than chain two, which helps keep the panel from spreading out and losing its square shape.

Row 1: Ch 12. Sc in the second ch from the hook and in each ch across. (11 sts) Turn.

Rows 2–11: Ch 1, sc across. (11 sts) Turn.

After Row 11, fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing if you prefer, or weave in your ends and use a separate length of yarn to seam. Either approach works.

You will have a small square panel measuring approximately 2.5 by 2.5 inches. Make six of these.

Adding the Dots

Traditional six-sided dice are numbered 1 through 6, with the following pip (dot) arrangements:

Face 1: One dot in the center.
Face 2: Two dots, one in the upper right area and one in the lower left.
Face 3: Three dots — upper right, center, lower left.
Face 4: Four dots, one in each corner.
Face 5: Four dots in the corners plus one in the center.
Face 6: Six dots arranged in two columns of three.

To embroider the dots, thread your yarn needle with a length of your contrasting color yarn. Use a simple satin stitch or a French knot to create each dot. For a clean, raised dot, work a small circle of satin stitches layered slightly on top of each other to create a slightly raised, full dot shape. Each dot should be roughly the same size — aim for about three or four stitches grouped tightly together to form a small filled circle.

If you prefer, you can use a black marker on small circles of felt and sew those on, or use small buttons for a more tactile feel. For an amigurumi-style plushie, embroidered dots tend to look the most polished and cohesive, but go with whatever works for your vision.

Take your time with the dots. They’re small, but they’re the detail that makes the whole piece look finished and intentional. Spacing them evenly on each panel goes a long way toward making the finished cube look neat.

Assembling the Cube

This is the step that feels the most like a puzzle, and honestly it’s one of the most satisfying moments in the whole project. Once your six panels are complete and dotted, it’s time to sew them together.

Before you start sewing, arrange your panels and think about how a real die is oriented. On a standard die, opposite faces always add up to seven: 1 opposite 6, 2 opposite 5, and 3 opposite 4. If you want your amigurumi die to be accurate, keep this in mind as you plan your assembly.

Step 1 — Make a cross shape. Lay one panel flat as the bottom. Sew one panel to each of its four sides to create a plus or cross shape. Use a whip stitch or mattress stitch along the edges, sewing with your yarn needle and a length of MC yarn. Whip stitch works great here because it creates a slightly visible seam that actually adds to the handmade charm; mattress stitch gives you a nearly invisible seam if you prefer a cleaner look.

Step 2 — Fold up the sides. Bring the four surrounding panels up like the walls of a box, and sew each pair of adjacent edges together. You’ll now have an open-top box shape that is five-sided.

Step 3 — Stuff firmly. Before you sew on the final panel, stuff your cube generously. Poke fiberfill into each corner and make sure the cube holds its shape firmly. Don’t be shy — this is the moment where a cube either ends up looking full and tidy or sadly deflated. When in doubt, add more stuffing.

Step 4 — Sew on the lid. Place the sixth panel on top to close the cube and sew it into place. Work carefully around all four edges, making sure your corners are neat. If you find a corner looking a little pointy or messy, use your yarn needle to tuck and adjust the stuffing from outside before you fully close the seam.

Weave in any remaining ends, and give your cube a gentle squeeze to even out the stuffing. Take a moment to admire what you’ve just made.

Tips for a Tidy Cube

Crochet cubes can sometimes end up looking a bit lumpy or inconsistent if the panels aren’t the same size or the seams are uneven. Here are a few tricks for getting a cleaner result:

Block your panels before assembly. Even a quick wet blocking — just dampen the panels slightly and pin them to a flat surface in a square shape, then let them dry — can make a huge difference in how uniform your panels look. This is especially worthwhile if you notice your panels curling slightly at the edges.

Use stitch markers to check your row counts. It’s easy to accidentally add or lose a stitch when you’re working back and forth in rows, especially if you’re crocheting while watching something. A quick stitch count after each row saves you from ending up with panels that aren’t square.

Pin before sewing. Before you commit your seam, pin your panels together with sewing pins or locking stitch markers. This helps you see if anything is misaligned before it’s permanent.

Match your tension panel to panel. If you’re making multiple dice, try to crochet all six panels for one die in the same sitting, or at least in the same mental state and lighting conditions. Tension can vary slightly depending on how relaxed you are, and small differences add up across six panels.

Variations and Ideas

Once you’ve made your first die, you’ll probably want to make more. Here are some ideas to keep the project fresh:

Rainbow dice set. Make each of the six panels in a different color, then embroider the dots in white or gold. The result is cheerful and maximalist in the best way.

Monochrome dice. Use the same color for both the panels and the dots, but in two different textures or weights of yarn. The dots will be subtle but still visible, giving a sophisticated tonal look.

Giant décor cube. Scale up dramatically with super bulky yarn and a big hook. A finished cube that’s six or eight inches on a side makes a wonderful shelf decoration or photo prop, especially for a gaming room or a child’s bedroom.

Character dice. Add safety eyes and an embroidered smile to one of the faces to turn your die into an amigurumi character. A red die with a friendly face and little felt horns makes an adorable devil. A white die with sparkly yarn and sleepy eyes feels whimsical. Let your imagination run.

Bag of holding. Make a full set of dice in different colors and put them in a small drawstring pouch. This makes an incredible gift for any tabletop RPG fan and is genuinely useful at the gaming table.

Ornament size. Use fingering weight yarn with a 1.75mm or 2mm hook to make teeny tiny dice. These are a bit fiddly but completely precious as ornaments or bag charms.

Caring for Your Amigurumi Dice

Because these are made with polyester fiberfill and most commercial yarns, they are generally machine washable on a gentle cycle in a mesh laundry bag. Use cold water and let them air dry to maintain their shape. If you’ve added felt pieces or buttons, hand washing is safer to protect those embellishments.

Store your dice somewhere they won’t get squished flat for long periods, like in a basket or on a shelf, to help them maintain their cube shape over time.

A Note on Sharing This Pattern

This pattern is free for personal use and for making items to gift or sell in small quantities. If you make something from this pattern, sharing your finished photos is always so encouraging and it genuinely brightens the crafting community. Tag your makes and let other crocheters see what you’ve created — color choices, variations, and personal touches are always inspiring to see.

If you share this pattern with a friend or in a group, please link back to the original post rather than copying the text directly. That helps keep free patterns like this one available for everyone.

You Made a Die. Now Roll With It.

There’s something deeply satisfying about making a game piece by hand. Dice have been around for thousands of years, used in games, rituals, and decisions across nearly every culture on earth. Putting that history into a soft, huggable, handmade form feels like a small act of creativity that connects the ancient with the thoroughly modern love of crafting.

Whether this is your first amigurumi cube or your fiftieth, I hope it brought you joy at every step. From that first row of chain stitches to the moment you squeezed that last bit of stuffing inside and sewed the lid shut, you made something real and genuinely lovely.

Happy crocheting, and may all your rolls be natural twenties.