This crochet dumpling is almost too cute to handle! With its round shape, tiny knotted top, rosy cheeks, and happy little face, this amigurumi dumpling makes an adorable handmade plush for food lovers, kids, or anyone who enjoys kawaii crochet projects.
The pattern works up into a small, squishy dumpling that’s perfect for gifting, adding to a plushy collection, or displaying on a shelf or desk. Make one on its own or crochet a whole little batch with different expressions. Use the FREE crochet dumpling pattern below or purchase the printable, ad-free pattern with BONUS Quick Guide from our Etsy shop!
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How to Crochet a Dumpling
Materials:
- Worsted weight yarn (off-white)
- Safety eyes (10 mm)
- Polyester fiber fill
- Embroidery floss (black, pink)
- Crochet Dumpling Pattern (No Ads)
Equipment:
See the craft in action:
Instructions:
Find what you need:
- Gather your supplies and materials.
Round 1:
- Work 6 sc in a magic circle. Pull the tail to tighten and sl st in the first st to join the circle. (6)
Round 2:
- Ch 1 and insert 2 sc in each st around (an increase). Sl st in the first st to join the round. (12)
Round 3:
- Ch 1 and *insert 1 sc in the first st. Inc in the next st.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (18)
Round 4:
- Ch 1 and *insert 1 sc in each of the first 2 sts. Inc in the next st.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (24)
Round 5:
- Ch 1 and *insert 1 sc in each of the first 3 sts. Inc in the next st.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (30)
Rounds 6–10:
- Ch 1 and insert 1 sc in each st around.Sl st in the first st to join the round. (30)
Round 11:
- Ch 1 and *insert 1 sc in each of the first 3 sts. Sc the next 2 sts together (a decrease)*.Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (24)
Round 12:
- Ch 1 and *insert 1 sc in each of the first 2 sts. Dec across the next 2 sts.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (18)
Round 13:
- Ch 1 and *insert 1 sc in the first st. Dec across the next 2 sts.*Rep from * to * around. Sl st in the first st to join the round. (12)
Safety eyes & stuffing:
- Insert the first safety eye between rounds 9 and 10.
- Attach the backing to the inside of the dumpling, securing the eye in place.
- Place the second eye about 4 to 5 sts apart.
- Add poly-fil stuff inside the dumpling until it nicely holds its round shape.
Round 14:
- Ch 1 and dec around.Sl st in the first st to join the round. (6)
Round 15:
- Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc) and insert 2 dc in the first st.
- Insert 1 sl st in the next st.
- *Insert 3 dc in the next st, then insert 1 sl st in the st after.* Rep from * to * once.Fasten off the yarn, leaving a 4 inch tail.
Close off dumpling:
- Sew a running st between rounds 14 and 15, using the tail and a yarn needle.
- Pull the tail to gather the top, closing off the gap.
- Tie a knot in the tail to keep the gathering in place, and then weave in the end.
- Use black embroidery floss to sew a smiling mouth onto the dumpling. Then use pink floss to add 2 lines of blush below the eyes, creating rosy cheeks.
- Your crochet dumpling is complete!
Helpful Tips:
- New to crochet or want to brush up on crochet stitches and techniques? Check out our crochet basics posts for helpful step-by-step guides!
- Create a cute dumpling character with safety eyes and an embroidered mouth, or leave off the face for a steamed dumpling soft toy, perfect for a play kitchen.
Crochet Abbreviations & Terms:
This pattern uses standard US crochet terms. Here’s what each abbreviation means:
ch(s) = chain(s)
dc = double crochet
dec = decrease
inc = increase
rep = repeat
sc = single crochet
sl st = slip stitch
st(s) = stitch(es)
Get our crochet dumpling pattern:
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Printable Crochet Dumpling Pattern
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What size crochet dumpling does this pattern make?
The dumpling is about 2-1/2 inches wide and 2-1/2 inches tall. The exact size will, of course, depend on yarn choice and tension.
What’s the best yarn for making a crochet dumpling?
We used worsted weight (size 4) off-white yarn to make our dumpling. But you can easily use a different weight of yarn and change your crochet hook to make a different size of dumpling amigurumi. Bulky chenille yarn or blanket yarn will make a large bao plushie.
This crochet dumpling is such a fun little project to make when you want something quick, cute, and full of personality. The simple shaping and tiny details come together to make an adorable amigurumi that looks great from every angle.
Crochet one as a small gift, make a matching set, or switch up the facial features to give each dumpling its own expression. However you make yours, it’s a sweet little project that’s sure to bring a smile!
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