Free Oyster Crochet Pattern | Beginner Amigurumi
Oyster amigurumi are such an adorable, fun way to draw attention at a craft fair. They are an awesome project for when you need a break during a big project. And, like most small amigurumi, they make a great stash buster.
I started out calling these “clams” and was quickly informed by a well-meaning customer that they were, in fact, oysters. Oysters have the curly shells edges on their shells. So, I changed their name, and proudly now call them “oysters” as they should be.
These little fellows have been a huge part of my craft fair inventory for the last several years. I just adore their little faces (or lack thereof).
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Little Oyster | Free Crochet Pattern
Pattern is written in English, in US terms, using Craft Yarn Council abbreviations.
Beginner. Knowledge needed of chains (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc), increases and decreases.
Supplies
- Red Heart Super Saver yarn, 100% acrylic, worsted weight, 364 yds/7 oz/198 g, Shell Color (SHELL), < 1 ball; Baby Pink (PNK), < 1 ball.
- Furls G (4.00 mm) hook
- Two 15mm colored round-pupil safety eyes
- Polyfil stuffing
- Tapestry needle
Measurements
4” in diameter x 3” tall
Gauge
8 sts x 8 rows in sc = 2” x 2”
Pattern Notes
- Work in continuous rounds. Do not slip stitch unless otherwise specified by the pattern.
- Weave in attachment ends at very end of project in case piece require repositioning.
Instructions
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Body
With PNK, ch 2.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in 2nd chain from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [Sc, inc] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5-7: Sc evenly around.
Insert safety eyes between Rnds 5 and 6, 4 stitches apart.
Rnd 8: [2 sc, dec] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 9: [sc, dec] 6 times. (12)
Stuff.
Rnd 10: Dec 6 times. (6)
Cut yarn leaving a long tail. Using yarn needle, thread through the back loops of remaining 6 stitches and pull tight. Bind off and weave in ends.
Shell
(Make 2)
With Shell Color, ch 2.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in 2nd chain from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [Sc, inc] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: [3 sc, inc] 6 times. (30)
Rnd 6: [4 sc, inc] 6 times. (36)
Rnd 7: [3 dc in next st] 18 times, sl st. Leave remaining 18 sts unworked. (54 dc)
Bind off leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly
Using long tails, sew shells together, wrong sides facing, along the back 18 stitches. Do not sew ruffled edge.
Stuff round piece into open shell with eyes facing out. Optional: anchor round piece to shell with a few stitches.
Weave in all attachment ends when parts are positioned as desired.
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You always have such cute patterns. Who would have thought to make an oyster????
I love this pattern. but I made one difference than you had done. I put the eyes on the oyster instead of the pearl. I thought it look cute and kept the pearl plain thanks again for the pattern
Hello
Do you do the slip stitch after the 3 DC in the same stitch!
Thanks
I’m really confused as to the 3 decreases in row 7. How can you do this 18 times and have 18 stitches left? I’m obviously not reading this correctly. Can you help me please?
Thank you
Colleen
Hi Maureen, I think the pattern means to do 3 double crochet in each stitch for 18 stitches.
The previous row (row 6) has 36 stitches so doing that would leave 18 stitches of row 6 unworked.
Making 3 double crochet in each stitch for 18 stitches adds up to the 54 stitches mentioned in the pattern for row 7. Hope that makes sense!
I don’t get this row at all … I have 18 unworked stitches.
I maybe doing my first craft fair in Sept. im kind of clueless on fair pricing. Do you have any tips on how to price these cute little creations. Oh BYW my freinds are amazed by what I crochet. Although I ALWAYS credit the pattern designers. They are the real talent here. Thank you for sharing your talents.
While I do have a short pricing guide, I’m actually going to refer you to my business coach for the best pricing guide around. https://crochetpreneur.com/a-crochet-pricing-strategy/
18 + 18 is 36 so your doing 3 dc in 18 of the stitches and then fasten off leaving 18 stitches which will be the flat back of the shell or hinge of the shell
I really liked this pattern! It’s so cute! I tried it out, and it went perfectly! Thank you!
I love this pattern and was thinking of making one for my 6 month granddaughter and we both know everything goes in their mouth so can I just use embroidery thread for the eyes cause she does have some teeth and I’m afraid she she would but the eyes off
Thank you for this pattern My grandson works on oyster boat. Will be making this for his kids. I have one question. How did you put the oysters in the shell? thanks again
I was also wondering where to connect the oyster to the shell please.
Anywhere along the back where there are no “ruffles.”
I am also struggling with what you mean by ridges can you. Possibly show the back of the shell so we get a better visual view of what you mean. Thanks. Love the pattern!! Very cute
I added a picture of the back of the shells as requested. 🙂 I also did a little formatting and updating, since this pattern has been up here a while. 🙂 Thanks for your support!
Also confused by what you mean by “ridges.”
How do you sew the ridges? Not sure what you mean by that. Thanks!
Every oyster shell has lines leading from the place where the shells connect that arch out across the shell like rays. They often cause ridges in the shell. These stitches are meant to simulate those ridges to add depth to the shell. Before sewing the shells in place, thread yarn through the shell so it creates lines that start at the back point of the shell and go out toward the edges in rays so it looks more like an oyster shell. These are totally optional, but they add a nice level of detail.
So supercute! Thank you very much for this great pattern. I now had to make five oysters for my boyfriend. lol
Best regards
Naddy
Thanks! I’d love to see pictures!
I’ve sent you a picture on facebook. 🙂
Thank you so much!
I had so much fun making these!!! Thanks so much ch for the pattern.
You’re welcome! I’m glad they brought you joy!