Crochet Adorable Mister Fox

orange crochet fox


Oh! Adorable Fox, how I do love thee so.
This Fox is part of a 3 pattern set that includes a Beaver and a Raccoon. The pattern links are here. Scroll down this page for the Fox pattern.

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Copyright 2013 Author: Sharon Ojala - Amigurumi To Go, All rights reserved




Special notes: I worked in continuous rounds with a 3.75mm hook and worsted weight yarn. Have any questions or if you come across a mistake in the pattern please leave a message in the comment section below. This pattern will give you a fox about 6 1/2 inches tall depending on your choice of yarn and hook size.

st = stitch
sc = single crochet
2tog = 2 stitches together
sl st = slip stitch
f/o = finish off

Supplies used:

beige or cream color worsted weight medium #4
orange color worsted weight medium #4
black color worsted weight medium #4
black sport weight yarn for the nose, you could also use worsted weight
florist wire for tail - optional
black safety eyes 7.5mm but use any size you like or even use felt or yarn for eyes

How to read the rows: Each row has a sequence as given below. For example 1sc then 2sc in next st means repeat that sequence 1sc then 2sc in next st followed by 1sc then 2sc in next st over and over to the end of that particular row. The number inside the parentheses ( ~ ) is the number of stitches you should have at the end of that particular row.

Switching colors: we use the jogless stripe method to switch colors, this will eliminate *most* of the color jump that comes with switching colors. Don't worry, it is easy and the pattern does this stitch by stitch with you. Knot off color changes once you get a row or 2 past where you changed colors.

Muzzle with Lighter Color
1) magic circle with 6sc (6)
2) 2sc in each st (12)
sl st next st and f/o leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew in the nose before sewing muzzle to the face. Some people like to sew the muzzle on before they stuff the head but I sew mine in after the head is stuffed and sewn to the body. It's all preference and what you find easier.



HEAD with Main Color
Remember if you use safety eyes to put them in before closing up the head. I placed the eyes in between the 10th and 11th row and they have about 8st between them. I put the eyes in place when I finished the 15th row. Make sure you are happy with placements before securing them in place.
1) magic circle with 6sc (6)
2) 2sc in each st (12)
3) 1sc then 2sc in next st (18)
4) 1sc in next 2st then 2sc in next st (24)
5) 1sc in next 3st then 2sc in next st (30)
6) 1sc in next 4st then 2sc in next st (36)
7) 1sc in next 5st then 2sc in next st (42)
8-12) 1sc in each st for 5 rows
13) 1sc in next 5st then 2tog (36)
14-15) 1sc in each st for 2 rows
put in safety eyes
16) 1sc in next 4st then 2tog (30)
17) 1sc in each st
18) 1sc in next 3st then 2tog (24)
19) 1sc in next 2st then 2tog (18)
f/o leaving a long tail for sewing



Body start with Lighter Color
take a look at the photos and see how the body is positioned  under the head. It will be the starting magic circle that will be the front used as the belly button so make sure to take care when finishing off the last rows of the body as neatly as you can and after you stuff the body take care not to pull the stuffing through that last couple rows when closing the gap as that will show on the back of the Fox.

1) magic circle with 6sc (6)
2) 2sc in each st (12)
3) 1sc then 2sc in next st (18)
4) 1sc in next 2st then 2sc in next st (24)
5) 1sc in next 3st then 2sc in next st (30)
6) 1sc in next 4st then 2sc in next st (36)
7) (switch colors on first st then sl st next st then 1sc in next 3st then 2sc in next st) now for the remainder of this row 1sc in next 5st then 2sc in next st (42)
8) 1sc in next 6st then 2sc in next st (48)
9-13) 1sc in each st for 5 rows
14) 1sc in next 6st then 2tog (42)
15) 1sc in each st
16) 1sc in next 5st then 2tog (36)
17) 1sc in each st
18) 1sc in next 4st then 2tog (30)
19) 1sc in next 3st then 2tog (24)
20) 1sc in next 2st then 2tog (18)
stuff the body
21) 1sc then 2tog (12)
22) 2tog 6 times
Add more stuffing if needed. Use a stuffing stick or the back end of a pencil
f/o leaving a long tail for sewing. Using a yarn needle, weave the yarn tail in and out through those last 6 st then pull the yarn tail until the gap closes, knot off the yarn tail then hide inside the body

Legs start with black
1) magic circle with 6sc (6)
2) 2sc in each st (12)
3) 1sc in each switch to main color on last st
4) sl st first st, 1sc in next 11st
5-11) 1sc for 7 rows
f/o leaving a long tail for sewing. fold flat, do not stuff . Sew under the body. Take your time to position and sew on neatly, the legs are as wide as the body when placed side by side. You could pin them in place before sewing to make sure you are happy with the placement before sewing them in place.


Arms start with black
1) magic circle with 6sc (6)
2) 2sc in each st (12)
3) 1sc in each st switch to main color on last st
4) sl st first st, 1sc in next 11st (12)
5) 1sc in each st
6) 1sc then 2tog (8)
7-13) 1sc in each st for 7 rows
f/o leaving a long tail for sewing. stuff hand, do not stuff arms. Sew just under the head

Ears start with black if you are a beginner you might find it difficult to switch colors on such a small round. If so just use orange for ears, they will look just as great!
1) magic circle with 6sc (6)
2) 1sc in each switching colors on last st
3) sl st first st then 1sc in the same st, 2sc in next 5st (12)
4) 1sc in each st
5) 1sc in next 3st then 2sc in next st (15)
6-7) 1sc in each st for 2 rows
sl st the next st and f/o leaving a long tail for sewing. pin the ears in place before sewing to make sure you are happy with the placement. Some people like to sew the ears on before they stuff the head. You could do this too. I like sewing the ears on after the head is stuffed and sewn to the body but that is just personal preference.


Tail start with Lighter Color
1) magic circle with 6sc (6)
2) 1sc then 2sc in next st (9)
3) 1sc in next 2st then 2sc in next st (12)
4) 1sc in each st
5) 1sc in next 3st then 2sc in next st (15)
6) 1sc in next 4st then 2sc in next st (18)
7) 1sc in each st
8) 1sc in next 5st then 2sc in next st (21)
9) 1sc in next 6st then 2sc in next st (24)
10) 1sc in each switch to main color on last st
11) sl st first st, 1sc in next 23st (24)
12) 1sc in each st
13) 1sc in next 4st then 2tog (20)
14) 1sc in each st
15) 1sc in next 3st then 2tog (16)
16) 1sc in next 2st then 2tog (12) stuff tail
17-18) 1sc for 2 rows
19) 1sc then 2tog (8) * stuff some more
20-27) 1sc in each st for 8 rows. After the 8 rows you might decide the tail is too long, if so just remove about 5 rows. I wanted it this long so I could swing the tail towards the front and that way I got good photos of the fox and his tail. A shorter tail would be just fine too!

Use a stuffing stick or the back end of a pencil and lightly stuff the remainder of the tail
sl st next st and f/o leaving a long tail for sewing. You could add a wire to the tail as I did or you can leave that part out. Just make sure to bend the tips over so there are no sharp points.





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Comments

  1. Sharon, Thank you so much for the adorable fox pattern! Doreen

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    1. you're welcome! I'm so glad you like him :)

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    2. Love the pattern, just finished it for my granddaughter.

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  2. hello sharon
    It's very nice and easy.
    thanks

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    1. so glad to hear that, thanks so much for taking the time to comment :)

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  3. Thanks for sharing your pattern! It's gorgeous!
    You can take a look at my fox here: http://virknalenochmajskroken.blogspot.se/2013/09/raven-raskar-over-loven.html (in Swedish though...)
    Cheers!

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    1. Wow! He's gorgeous, you did a great job. Thanks for sharing your photo :))

      Your little girl is so cute!!!

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  4. Love him - he's so cute! :-) Thank you for sharing the pattern. x

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    1. so glad! And you're welcome, glad you like him :))

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  5. Thanks so much for a sweet and easy to follow for beginner like myself.

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  6. So Cute! I'm going to make one of these for my daughter's girlfriend's stocking :)

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  7. hello sharon

    On my blog I posted my job fox and you mentioned as the designer.
    Hope you like it. And if there are any problems let me know.
    Thanks

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  8. Sorry Sharon.
    My blog is http://laboresymanualidadeshechasamano.blogspot.com.es/

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    1. awww, he's gorgeous! You did a fantastic job :))

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  9. One of my best friends is Jewish and LOVES foxes, so I made her a Hanukkah fox :) When I first started, I was making your duck pattern, but I switched to fox after I finished the head. It still looks cute with cheeks.

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    1. awwww, I love that, a Hanukkah Fox!

      have fun and Happy Crocheting!!

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  10. Just what I need to work on now that the Christmas rush is over- What di the fox say???? Oh my that's all I here in my house from my 4yr old and that's who will gain this lovely. Thank You for the awesome pattern, just read through it and am starting this NOW! :)

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  11. Love the fox!!! I made one that's exactly the same as urs but mines red in the place of the orange. I wanted to make one but I didn't have time to get the orange for the fox. Thx again!!!

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  12. I just finished your wolf pattern. Going to share it on your FB page after I give it to a friend so it doesn't spoil the surprise! This is what I want to start next. Is there a video that goes along with this one? And also, I wanted to add 9 tails (crazy I know but that's what the bf wants), do you have any suggestions to make that work? Thanks for posting these! They're so much fun!

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  13. I love foxes! This is actually my first attempt with stitching/crocheting and I'm learning as I go with this fox XD I'm confused though with the 1 sc then 2 sc, does that not just mean 3 sc? Lol, probably not. And I can't find differences on the internet with sc and st. I'm horrible I know, but my friend will love this. Help is much appreciated anyone, and great fox! Can't wait to have one made :3

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    1. Hello :) Scroll up and just above the start of the pattern there's a section called "switching colors" and just above that there's a section called "how to read rows" an in there I explain what you've asked. Hope that helps.. I have many patterns with videos (this is not one of them though) I hope to get a video up for this pattern sometime this year.
      Keep me posted on how it works out for you!

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  14. What is the difference between a stitch and a single crochet?

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  15. Hi
    thanks so much for your free patterns. It is really hard to find really good free patterns out there as im a beginner at amigurumi so creating my own is not where im at right now. so i love all your patterns and i can't wait to make more of your creatures.

    thanks

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  16. Hi, is this written in US terms? Also, would double knit yarn be ok?

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    1. hi Claire, it is in US terms and the stitch abbreviation chart is written just below the special notes section (all under the copyright section at the top)
      DK yarn will give you a smaller fox but I believe any yarn would be fine just use the appropriate hook size for the type of yarn you choose.

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  17. Oh that's great, thank you. I'd missed those details at the top! I think I'm going to try it in DK as I have some white and black so just need orange. Really excited to try this, my first amigurumi but your instructions seem really clear :)

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    1. that's great! Keep me posted :)

      This pattern doesn't have a video tutorial but many of my other ones do so if you get stuck try one of my patterns that has a video to go with it.

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  18. I may be missing something, but how do you attatch the head to the body? You don't closse the head op completely.

    - Anne

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    1. no you don't close up the head completely. The open part helps it sit on top of the body. Using a yarn needle you stitch the head to the body

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  19. this is such a cute fox - will be perfect for my friend who is having a baby soon - so good that it has detailed photos too

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  20. Hum, I might have missed the explanation but I don't find the little nose...
    Could you give me a clue ?
    Thanks a lot and all my best wishes for 2015

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    1. at the top of the pattern above the head part it's the first piece made. Make the muzzle then sew (whip stitch) a nose to the muzzle. I also have pictures there that shows it.
      Happy 2015!!

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  21. Sharon, thanks so much for this gorgeous pattern. I've made it and i posted it on my blog, mentioning you as the designer. I hope you don't mind.
    http://lontanodaifornelli.blogspot.it/2015/01/volpe-amigurumi-alluncinetto.html
    Thanks again, Flora

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  22. Hello Sharon I have made a couple of your lovely designs and I really enjoy doing them. Would it be possible for you to share a dog pattern sometime please? I'd be so grateful, thanks so much, Catherine

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  23. Hello Sharon. I loved this pattern but I was lost when it came to assembly. I wasn't sure where I was supposed to attach the head, tail and how to put the legs on. I'm curious as to why there are no assembly instructions with this pattern?

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    1. there are some assembly instructions given in each section, such as how to position the body but the basic parts such as the head and tail I assumed would be understood, my apologies, one day this pattern will get a video to go with it. I'm just not sure of the date. . Also the muzzle has explanation along with a photo, the arms have basic instructions.. The legs have a close up photo in the pattern along with the instructions that I just copied and pasted below for you. Maybe you overlooked that parts that have instructions?
      f/o leaving a long tail for sewing. fold flat, do not stuff . Sew under the body. Take your time to position and sew on neatly, the legs are as wide as the body when placed side by side. You could pin them in place before sewing to make sure you are happy with the placement before sewing them in place"

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  24. Dear Sharon~~~~~I am expecting my first great-grandson in Sept.2015. I just discovered crochet videos and when I saw your videos I was in my glory!!!!!! Lol.I'm going to make several of your little animals as one of the baby shower gifts.I'm going to give your name and website to the ladies at the shower.I think you are very gifted and I like the little helpful hints that you share on your videos.I THANK YOU for sharing and the superb work you do really makes a difference. !!!!!!!

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    1. Congratulations Pamela, that is so exciting!

      I appreciate the kind words and I'm so happy you are enjoying the patterns and videos. that means a lot!

      Happy Crocheting :)

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    2. Thanks so much for this adorable pattern

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  25. so sweet thank you for sharing, Sharon I love it..!

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  26. I am 9 and this will be my first amigurumi. hope it goes well!! thx for the patterns Mrs. Ojala!!

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  27. I just finished a butterfly I designed. u have inspired me! Thx so much!;-]

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  28. Love love love your patterns and videos. I am very new to amigurumi and have made a few versions of your teddy bear and mouse. I want to try this next but have a probably simple question. I looked through the comments but couldn't find an answer. Do you leave the head open and use it's yarn tail to sew it to the body? Thank you so much for all your help and creativity!

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    1. thank you, I'm so glad you are enjoying the patterns :)

      Yes. You'll notice just after the last row of the head in the pattern it says "f/o leaving a long tail for sewing"

      there is an abbreviation chart near the top of the page but f/o means finish off.

      Thanks for asking

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  29. Hi Sharon - How did I miss this cutie & his friends - Now I know what to do next.
    My hubby is going to throw me out before long - my creations are taking over LOL. Please keep them coming. Moira

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  30. Sharon- you are so kind to share your knowledge and patterns for free! You are so talented and your creations are heartwarming! Thank you for sharing with us so newbies can have the chance to become better at the wonderful art of crochet and amigurumi!

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  31. Having done this pattern a few times now, I'm experimenting with making the black on the ears, arms, and legs varying lengths. I'm liking how he's coming out right now. :)
    Although I was hoping to also give him green eyes, but I can't find my colored 7.5 mm eyes, so he has black eyes instead. Sadness! I'll have to try the colored ones on the next one. (I'm trying to build up stock for craft fairs toward the end of the summer and into the fall, so I'm making LOTS of these critters. My friend who also crochets is making sweaters and hats and things that coordinate so that people can choose to buy them separately or together. Then we'll share craft tables.)

    Once I actually go do a craft fair, I'm using your donation link thing to give you 10% of my proceeds beyond the cost of the fair. Because I REALLY appreciate these patterns you so awesomely share! :D

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  32. Thank you for the pattern! It's so cute :) Trying to work out how to make the head and body all one piece... Thanks again :)

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  33. I'm doing the fox right now he's a cute little critter,but I was wondering if you had a goat pattern?

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  34. Thank you very much for this pattern! This was my first amigurumi, still it came out unbelievably cute. I can't thank you enough for sharing this for free! =)

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  35. You are soooooooooo talented! Thank you so much for sharing! I'm attempting to make a collection of amigurumi animals for my grandkids, as they love soft toys! Do you have an amigurumi pattern for a mother kangaroo & her joey?

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