15 Cute Crochet Pig Patterns + Video Tutorials (Free!)
If you’ve ever seen a tiny crocheted pig sitting on a shelf and thought, “I need to make that,” you’re in exactly the right place. Pigs are one of those animals that translate almost magically into crochet. Their round bellies, little snouts, floppy or pointy ears, and curly tails make them endlessly charming, and because their shapes are relatively simple, they’re accessible to a wide range of skill levels — from confident beginners to seasoned crocheters looking for a quick, satisfying project.
Whether you’re crocheting a piggy amigurumi for a baby shower gift, a farmyard scene for a child’s playroom, a kawaii-style plushie for your desk, or a set of pig keychains to sell at a craft fair, you’ll find something to love in this roundup. We’ve gathered 15 of the best free crochet pig patterns available online, including options that come with step-by-step video tutorials so you can follow along even if reading written patterns isn’t your favorite way to work.
Grab your pink yarn (and maybe a little blush for those chubby cheeks) and let’s dive in.
Why Crochet Pigs Are So Popular Right Now
Pig amigurumi and crochet plushies have been riding a wave of popularity for a few years now, and it’s not hard to see why. Pigs are universally beloved — think Peppa Pig, Babe, Piglet from Winnie the Pooh, and the flood of pig-themed stationery and home décor that’s been everywhere. In the crochet community specifically, pigs offer a satisfying combination of simplicity and personality. You don’t need a huge amount of yarn, the construction is usually straightforward, and the finished result is almost always adorably funny.
They’re also incredibly versatile. A crochet pig can be a soft toy for a baby, a decorative accent in a farmhouse-themed nursery, a gift for someone who collects pig memorabilia, or a prop for social media flat lays. If you sell at markets or on platforms like Etsy, pig plushies tend to be consistent sellers.
What You’ll Need Before You Start
Most of the patterns in this list share a similar supply list, so if you stock up once, you’ll be ready for several projects.
For yarn, most crochet pig patterns call for a light pink or dusty rose worsted weight or DK weight yarn. You’ll often need a small amount of a darker pink or blush color for inner ear details, snouts, or cheeks. Some patterns use sport weight yarn for smaller versions. A basic acrylic yarn works perfectly well and is affordable, washable, and widely available in pig-appropriate pinks.
For hooks, a 2.5mm to 4.0mm crochet hook covers the range used in most of these patterns. The specific size you need depends on your yarn weight and gauge. Many amigurumi patterns recommend going down a hook size from the yarn’s recommended size to create a tighter fabric that won’t show the stuffing inside.
You’ll also want polyfill stuffing or similar toy stuffing material, safety eyes in various sizes (usually 6mm to 12mm depending on the pattern), and a yarn needle for sewing pieces together. Stitch markers are helpful for keeping track of rounds, especially in amigurumi, which is worked in continuous rounds rather than joined rows.
For the blush effect on cheeks, some crocheters use an actual blush makeup brush and cosmetic blush powder, which gives a beautifully soft, rosy look. Others embroider a few stitches in a deeper pink. Either approach works wonderfully.
15 Free Crochet Pig Patterns You’ll Love
1. Classic Amigurumi Pig by Amigurumi Today
Amigurumi Today is one of the most trusted names in free amigurumi patterns, and their classic pig pattern delivers everything you’d want from a beginner-friendly project. The pig has a rounded body, four stubby legs, simple round ears, and a flat oval snout — all the hallmarks of a lovable crochet pig. The pattern is written in clear US terminology, includes a stitch count at the end of each round, and comes with a photo tutorial for the trickier assembly steps. The finished pig stands about 15cm tall when made with DK weight yarn, making it a satisfying size that’s not too fiddly to work with. This one is a fantastic starting point if you’ve never made an amigurumi animal before.
2. Mini Pig Keychain Pattern by Craft Passion
If you want a faster project or something you can sell at craft fairs for a reasonable price point, this mini pig keychain from Craft Passion is a dream. It works up in under an hour once you’ve made it once or twice, and the finished pig is small enough to clip onto a bag or use as a zipper pull. The pattern includes a free PDF download and clear step-by-step photographs for each stage. Because it’s small, you can use up yarn scraps, making it a great stash buster. Attach a split ring and a lobster claw clasp and you have an adorable handmade gift that costs very little to produce.
3. Piglet Plushie with Video Tutorial by Bella Coco Crochet
Bella Coco is a beloved YouTube crochet channel known for beautifully filmed tutorials that are easy to follow even if you’re a visual learner who struggles with written patterns. Her piglet plushie video walks you through every step in real time, from the initial magic ring through to the final finishing touches. The pig has a slightly more stylized, kawaii-inspired look with a large head relative to its body — a design choice that makes it look irresistibly cute and toy-like. The video is available on YouTube and the written pattern is free on her website. This is one of the most recommended beginner pig tutorials in online crochet communities.
4. Stuffed Pig Toy by Sarah’s Hand Crocheted Creations
This pattern produces a slightly larger stuffed pig, closer to a traditional soft toy than a compact amigurumi. The body is more oval than round, giving it a realistic pig silhouette, and it includes floppy ears rather than the more common upright style. It’s a great choice if you’re making a toy for a toddler, since the larger size and softer shapes mean there are fewer small parts to worry about. The pattern uses worsted weight yarn and a larger hook, so it works up quickly. The free pattern is available on Ravelry as a PDF download.
5. Flying Pig Amigurumi by Little Muggles
If you’ve ever wanted to make something that’s both cute and a little bit whimsical, this flying pig pattern from Little Muggles is exactly that. It includes little crocheted wings attached to the pig’s back — perfect for the saying “when pigs fly.” The wings are simple flat pieces worked in white or cream yarn that contrast beautifully with the pink body. This one is a step up in complexity from the basic patterns, but the written instructions are detailed and the construction makes sense once you read through it. It’s a genuinely unique finished piece that makes an excellent gift for someone with a good sense of humor.
6. Crochet Pig Rattle by Spin a Yarn Crochet
This sweet pattern produces a small pig that doubles as a baby rattle. The pattern includes instructions for inserting a small plastic rattle insert into the stuffing before closing up the body, turning a simple amigurumi into an interactive toy. Everything is worked with safety in mind — the eyes are embroidered rather than using plastic safety eyes (always recommended for items for very young babies), and the whole piece is designed to be easy to grip in a small hand. The pattern is straightforward enough for an intermediate beginner, and the accompanying video tutorial makes the construction very clear.
7. Pig Stuffed Animal by Teri Crews Designs (Ravelry)
Teri Crews has built a loyal following on Ravelry for good reason: her patterns are thorough, well-tested, and clearly written. Her pig stuffed animal pattern is no exception. It produces a chubby, satisfyingly round pig with a nicely proportioned snout and small curled tail detail. The pattern notes are detailed and include tips for adjusting the size using different yarn weights. It’s available as a free Ravelry download, so you’ll need a free Ravelry account to access it, but the platform is easy to sign up for and stores your pattern library for you permanently.
8. Piggy Bank Amigurumi by Olka Novytska
This clever design looks like a classic ceramic piggy bank rendered in yarn form. It’s rounder and slightly flatter in shape than a typical pig amigurumi, and the proportions are just right for the piggy bank aesthetic. It makes a gorgeous decorative piece and a sweet gift for someone opening their first savings account or starting a new chapter in life. The pattern is available free on Ravelry and includes detailed notes on shaping and assembly. Olka’s photography is beautiful too, so the pattern page itself is a pleasure to browse.
9. Simple Crochet Pig for Beginners by Yarn Society
The Yarn Society has produced a beautifully laid-out free pattern that’s specifically designed with beginners in mind. The instructions assume no prior amigurumi experience and walk you through the concept of working in continuous rounds, using a stitch marker, and sewing pieces together neatly. The pig itself is simple and clean — a round body, four legs of equal length, and ears that are worked flat and folded slightly before sewing on. It’s not the most elaborate design in this list, but it’s one of the most accessible, and the video companion that the site links to on YouTube covers every step of the process.
10. Realistic Pig Plushie by repeatcrafterme
If you’ve browsed crochet blogs for any length of time, you’ve likely come across repeatcrafterme — it’s one of the most prolific and well-loved sources of free crochet patterns on the internet. This pig pattern has a slightly more realistic look than the hyper-stylized kawaii designs, with a longer snout, rounder ears, and a more pig-shaped body. It’s a lovely option if you want something that looks a bit more like an actual pig rather than a cartoon character. The pattern is well-written, free, and includes a materials list and gauge information.
11. Farmyard Pig Set by Underground Crafter
This pattern is a little different from the others because it comes as part of a small farmyard set — you can make a matching cow, chicken, and sheep using the same design approach. If you’re crocheting a gift for a child who loves farm animals, making the whole set is a beautiful and cohesive idea. The pig in the set is classic and charming, using simple shapes that fit together logically. Underground Crafter’s patterns are always well-tested and clearly written, and this one comes with a free PDF available directly from the website.
12. Kawaii Pig Amigurumi by Paintbox Yarn
Paintbox Yarn, the craft brand, publishes a wonderful range of free patterns on their website, and their kawaii pig amigurumi is one of the most delightful. It has an oversized head, tiny body, and minimal features that give it that quintessential kawaii aesthetic — the kind of design that could easily sit at home in a Japanese stationery shop. The pattern is written to work with Paintbox’s own yarn, but any DK weight yarn in a similar pink will work just as well. The instructions are clean, well-illustrated, and include helpful tips in the margins.
13. Crochet Pig with Curly Tail Video Tutorial by Nicky’s Handmade Art
The curly tail is one of the most satisfying details on a crochet pig, and Nicky’s Handmade Art has a lovely YouTube tutorial focused specifically on how to get that detail right. The video covers the full pig from start to finish, with particular attention to how to crochet a tightly spiraled tail that holds its shape. The pig is made in a chunky, squashy style that’s great for beginners because the larger stitches are easier to work and count. The video has clear close-up shots and English narration throughout.
14. Piggy Sleep Mask Amigurumi by Hopeful Honey
This is a genuinely creative spin on the crochet pig idea: a small amigurumi-style pig designed to look as though it’s sleeping, with closed eyes embroidered in a sweet curve. The pattern creates a pig lying on its tummy rather than sitting or standing, which is an adorable variation that works wonderfully as a shelf decoration. Hopeful Honey’s patterns are always beautifully styled in their photography, and the free written pattern is easy to follow. It’s a refreshing departure from the standard sitting-pig design and makes a unique gift.
15. Crochet Pig Blanket Buddy by Yarnspirations
Yarnspirations, the online hub for Bernat, Caron, and other major yarn brands, publishes hundreds of free patterns, and their pig blanket buddy is a standout. A blanket buddy is a small crocheted animal head attached to a small security-blanket-style base — the kind of comfort toy that young toddlers love to drag around with them. The pig head has all the classic details: round snout, floppy ears, little safety eyes. The blanket portion is simple and quick to work up. Because it’s designed as a comfort toy, all the construction details are safety-conscious, and the yarn recommended is soft and machine-washable.
Tips for Making Your Crochet Pig Look Its Best
No matter which pattern you choose, a few general tips will help your finished pig look polished and professional.
Take your time with assembly. The way you sew the pieces together — particularly the ears and legs — has a huge impact on the final look of your pig. Pin pieces in place before sewing and step back to check the positioning from a distance. Small adjustments at this stage make a noticeable difference.
Don’t skimp on stuffing. A well-stuffed amigurumi holds its shape much better than an under-stuffed one. Stuffing firmly enough that the shape feels solid (but not so firm that you can see the stuffing through the stitches) is the sweet spot. Use a pencil or blunt chopstick to push stuffing into small areas like legs and ears.
The blush technique really elevates the finished product. Even a small amount of pink cosmetic blush applied with a dry brush to the cheeks and inner ears adds a warmth and softness to the face that embroidery or yarn alone can’t quite replicate. It’s a finishing touch that makes a huge difference in photographs.
If you’re selling your finished pigs, invest in a few good photographs. Natural light, a clean background, and a well-stuffed pig will make your listings stand out dramatically from competitors. Many crafters photograph their pigs outdoors in soft, diffused light for best results.
Skill Levels at a Glance
For true beginners, start with the Simple Crochet Pig for Beginners by Yarn Society, the Bella Coco video tutorial, or the Nicky’s Handmade Art video — all three are designed to be followed without prior amigurumi experience.
For intermediate crocheters who are comfortable with amigurumi basics but want a little more challenge, the Flying Pig from Little Muggles, the Piggy Bank design, and the Blanket Buddy are all satisfying next steps.
For experienced crocheters looking for something with more detail and customization potential, Teri Crews’ pattern and the Realistic Pig Plushie from repeatcrafterme offer more complex shaping and plenty of room to add your own creative touches.
Final Thoughts
Crochet pigs are one of those projects that just make people happy — both the person making them and everyone who receives one as a gift. They’re approachable, quick to work up, and endlessly customizable. You can make them tiny or large, silly or sweet, realistic or kawaii, simple or elaborate. The fifteen free patterns in this list cover the full spectrum, and with so many video tutorials included, there’s genuinely no barrier to getting started no matter your learning style.
Pick the design that makes your heart happy, gather your pink yarn, and get crocheting. There’s a little pig out there with your name on it.
