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Erebus the Angler Fish Amigurumi Pattern

Erebus the Angler Fish Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Erebus the Angler Fish Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates Erebus, a small angler fish amigurumi worked mostly in single crochet from the front of the head to the back of the tail. It includes full stitch counts for the head/body, tail shaping, multiple fin options, a posable light, and removable/sunk eye instructions. The pattern contains clear step-by-step sequences and assembly guidance to help you place teeth, mouth, fins, and the light.

Erebus the Angler Fish Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Designed for intermediate crocheters, the pattern uses standard amigurumi techniques with some shaping and finishing details. Detailed photos and a materials list are included to make assembly and finishing easier.

Why You'll Love This Erebus the Angler Fish Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it balances cute character design with clever construction — the head-to-tail crocheting method gives a smooth, continuous shape. I enjoy adding details like the posable light and the scalloped fin edges that really bring the angler fish personality. Sewing the mouth and teeth into place is so satisfying; the finished expression is always worth the careful placement. I also love that there are multiple fin options so I can make different moods or styles with the same base pattern.

Erebus the Angler Fish Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Erebus the Angler Fish Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Erebus the Angler Fish Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Erebus the Angler Fish Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this pattern by changing colors — try pastel shades for a softer, whimsical angler or neon brights for a quirky look.

To make a larger angler fish, use a bulkier yarn and a larger hook; conversely, use fingering yarn and a smaller hook for a tiny keychain version.

I often swap the safety eyes for embroidered eyes or smaller buttons to make a different expression and make the toy safer for very young children.

Change the light stem by using a thicker pipe cleaner or a flexible floral wire to make the light more posable and sturdier for display.

Try different fin styles by mixing the two top fin versions or adding beads along the scalloped edges for sparkle and texture.

You can embroider small freckles or gill lines with contrasting yarn to add character and make each fish unique.

For a seasonal twist, make a 'Halloween' angler with black and orange yarns and a tiny crocheted pumpkin by its side.

Experiment with varying the tooth shapes and sizes — tiny sharp teeth vs rounded teeth change the personality of the fish dramatically.

I sometimes add a small loop at the top of the head so the fish can be hung as an ornament or a bag charm.

If you want a weighted base so the fish sits a certain way, add a small amount of plastic pellets in a secure inner pouch before final stuffing.

Try creating a whole family of different sized anglers by changing hook sizes and yarn weights, then display them together as a cute collection.

Don't be afraid to mix yarn textures like boucle or chenille for special effects on fins or the body — just check gauge and adjust eye placement accordingly.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping a stitch marker and losing track of the start of each round can cause mis-shaped sections; always place a marker at the first stitch and move it each round to keep counts accurate. ✗ Placing safety eyes too early or on an unstuffed head can lead to incorrect placement or popping out during stuffing; partially stuff the head and double-check placement before locking eyes in, and remove stuffing if you need to add washers later. ✗ Overstuffing the head or body creates a bulgy or distorted shape that hides details; stuff gradually and shape as you go, adding small amounts at a time to get smooth contours. ✗ Not sewing the mouth and teeth carefully will make alignment look off; pin the mouth and each tooth in place, check spacing against the pattern photos, then sew firmly but invisibly to secure them. ✗ Changing yarn weight without adjusting hook size or eye placement will change finished size and proportions; if you change yarn, make a gauge test and be prepared to move eyes and details accordingly. ✗ Ignoring back loop or front loop instructions can change edge finishes and fitting of pieces; follow BLO/FLO instructions exactly where stated for the cleaner finished edges.

Erebus the Angler Fish Amigurumi Pattern

Make your own whimsical angler fish with this detailed amigurumi pattern. You will be guided step-by-step through the head, body, fins, teeth, mouth and light construction with clear stitch counts and helpful assembly photos. Perfect for stitchers who enjoy character details and playful shaping. Follow the instructions and photos to create a charming finished fish to gift or display.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Erebus the Angler Fish Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Worsted weight yarn (#4), approximately 75g of main color (Color A: Purple)
  • 02
    Accent yarns: less than 25g total (Color B: Green, Color C: White, Color D: Blue)
  • 03
    Exact colors used: Purple - Red Heart Purple; Green - I Love This Yarn Key Lime; White - Big Twist White; Blue - Red Heart Aqua
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    Optional small amounts of black and yellow for alternative versions or eye shading

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size D / 3.25 mm
  • 02
    27 mm safety eyes (2 pieces)
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    Scissors
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    Sewing needle / yarn needle for sewing pieces
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    Stitch markers
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    Polyester fiberfill stuffing
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    Pins for assembly
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    Pipe cleaner (optional) for posable light
  • 09
    Washer backs for safety eyes (remove stuffing to fit washers then restuff)

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— Fish Head and Body :

Round 1 :

Make 6 sc into a magic ring = 6

Round 2 :

Increase in each st around = 12

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 = 18

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 = 24

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 = 30

Round 6 :

sc in each st around

Round 7 :

(inc, sc) x 3, 24 sc = 33

Round 8 :

sc in each st around

Round 9 :

(inc, 2 sc) x 3, 24 sc = 36

Round 10 :

sc in each st around

Round 11 :

(inc, 3 sc) x 3, 24 sc = 39

Info :

Place eyes between rounds 10 and 11, leaving 10 holes between them. 1st Eye is placed 1 hole before the 1st increase. Count 11 holes after the first eye and place the 2nd eye. If you want the sunken eye look, do not place the backs of the eyes on until round 21.

Round 12 :

sc in each st around

Round 13 :

(inc, 4 sc) x 3, 24 sc = 42

Round 14-18 :

sc in each st around

Round 19 :

(dec, 12 sc) x 3 = 39

Round 20 :

(dec, 11 sc) x 3 = 36

Round 21 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Now for the eyes. Stuff the head well. Cut a long piece of yarn and remove the eyes. Place the needle in the hole where the first eye was and thread the needle into a hole next to the eye hole. Go back and forth between each eye hole repeating the process from the first eye. Pull slightly on the yarn after going through each hole. Do this about 3 times on each side until you reach the look you want. Follow the pictures for help. There is also a youtube video for extra help: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XoBnTY6k70&t=55s To place the backs of the eyes you will need to remove most of the stuffing to place the washers on the eyes then re stuff it.

— Fish Head and Body Continued :

Round 22 :

(dec, 10 sc) x 3 = 33

Round 23 :

(dec, 9 sc) x 3 = 30

Round 24-26 :

sc in each st around

Round 27 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 = 24

Round 28-30 :

sc in each st around

Round 31 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6 = 18

Round 32-33 :

sc in each st around

Round 34 :

(sc, dec) x 6 = 12

Round 35 :

sc in each st around

Info :

Now you are making the tail: Fold the opening half. Sc the opening closed.

Tail Step 1 :

Ch 1, turn, sc across

Tail Step 2 :

Ch 1, turn, inc, 4 sc, inc = 8

Tail Step 3 :

Ch 1, turn, inc, 6 sc, inc = 10

Tail Step 4 :

Ch 1, turn, sc across

Tail Step 5 :

Ch 1, turn, inc, 8 sc, inc = 12

Tail Step 6 :

Ch 1, turn, inc, 10 sc, inc = 14

Tail Step 7 :

Ch 1, turn, inc, 12 sc, inc = 16

Tail Edge Work :

Ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch, tr in last ch, Sl st in same st, 4 sc, Ch 3, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, Sl st in same st, 4 sc, Ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch, tr in last ch, Sl st in same st, 4 sc, Ch 4, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in last ch, Sl st in same st, 3 sc. F/O and weave in the tail end.

— Teeth (Make 2) :

Teeth (Make 2) :

With Color C: 1. Make 3 sc into a magic ring = 3. 2. Inc, 2 sc = 4. 3. sc in each st around. 4. (inc, sc) x 2 = 6. Do not stuff the teeth. 5-6. sc in each st around. Sc the opening closed. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Front Teeth :

Front Teeth :

With Color C: Ch 8. 1. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across = 7. 2. *Ch 3, turn, sl st in same st, sc in next 2 st* Repeat from * to * across. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Mouth :

Mouth :

With Color A: Ch 11. 1. sc in 2nd ch from hook and across = 10. 2. Ch 1, turn, Inc, 8 sc, inc = 12. 3. Ch 1, turn, inc, 10 sc, inc = 14. 4. Ch 1, turn, inc, 12 sc, inc = 16. 5. Ch 1, turn, inc, 14 sc, inc = 18. 6. Ch 1, turn, inc, 16 sc, inc = 20. 7. Ch 1, turn, inc, 18 sc, inc = 22. 8. Ch 1, turn, inc, 20 sc, inc = 24. 9. Ch 1, turn, inc, 22 sc, inc = 26. 10. Ch 1, turn, BLO sc in each st across, sc around the rest of the edges of the mouth. This will give the finished piece a cleaner look. F/O and leave an extra long tail for sewing.

— Side Fins (Make 2) :

Side Fins (Make 2) :

Starting with Color A: Leave a long tail at the beginning of the ch 5 for sewing. Ch 5. 1. sc in 2nd ch from hook and across = 4. 2. Ch 1, turn, inc, 2 sc, inc = 6. 3. Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. 4. Ch 1, turn, inc, 4 sc, inc = 8. 5. Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. Sc around all the edges to give a cleaner look. Change to Color D: 6. *Ch 3, sl st in same st, sc in next 2 st* repeat from * to * across. F/O and weave in the tail ends.

— Top Fin Version #1 :

Top Fin Version #1 :

Starting with Color A: Leave a long tail at the beginning of the ch 9 for sewing. Ch 9. 1. sc in 2nd ch from hook and across = 8. 2. Ch 1, turn, inc, 6 sc, inc = 10. 3. Ch 1, turn, inc, 8 sc, inc = 12. 4. Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. Sc around the side edge, bottom of the fin, and opposite side of the fin. Change to Color D: 5. *Ch 5, sl st in same st, sc in next 2 st* Repeat from * to * across. F/O and weave in the tail end.

— Top Fin Version #2 :

Top Fin Version #2 :

With Black or color of choice: Ch 9. 1. sl in 2nd ch from hook and across = 8. 2. BLO Ch 1, turn, 5 sc. 3. BLO Ch 1, turn, 5 sc. 4. BLO Ch 1, turn, 5 sc, Ch 4, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and next 2 chains. 5. BLO Ch 1, turn, 4 sc. 6. BLO Ch 1, turn, 4 sc. 7. BLO Ch 1, turn, 4 sc, Ch 2, sl st in 2nd ch from hook. 8. BLO Ch 1, turn, 3 sc. 9. BLO Ch 1, turn, 3 sc. 10. BLO Ch 1, turn, dec, sc. 11. BLO Ch 1, turn, dec. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Light :

Light :

Starting with Color B: 1. Make 4 sc into a magic ring = 4. 2. Increase in each st around = 8. 3. sc in each st around. 4. (2 sc, dec) x 2 = 6. 5. (sc, dec) x 2 = 4. I used pipe cleaner to stuff the light piece. That way it could be posable. Change to Color A: 6-21. sc in each st around. F/O and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Assembly :

Top Fin :

Pin the top fin onto the top of the body. Sew the fin onto the top of the body.

Teeth and Mouth :

1. Pin the mouth onto the front of the face. The mouth will stop at rounds 2 and 3. 2. Pull the mouth down and pin all the teeth onto the face. 3. Sew the teeth onto the face. 4. Sew the mouth onto the face except the top of the mouth.

Side Fins :

1. Pin the fins onto the side of the body. 2. Sew the fins onto the body.

Light :

1. If you decide to use the pipe cleaner, insert it into the light now. 2. Pin the light onto the head above the eyes. Sew the light onto the head.

Assembly Instructions

  • Pin the top fin onto the top of the body where pictured, then sew it securely along the base so it sits upright and centered.
  • Position the mouth on the front of the face so the mouth edge aligns with rounds 2 and 3, pull it down, pin the teeth into place and sew each tooth and the mouth, leaving the top of the mouth slightly loose as instructed.
  • Pin the side fins to the sides of the body and sew them on with the seam hidden; sc edging on the fins will help give a cleaner finish when sewn.
  • If using pipe cleaner for the light, insert it into the light piece now, then pin the light above the eyes and sew it to the head, securing the base firmly so it supports the posable stem.

Important Notes

  • 💡Do not join rounds unless stated; work in a continuous spiral to keep shaping smooth and consistent.
  • 💡Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round and move it up each round to avoid losing your place.
  • 💡All stitches are worked in both loops unless otherwise stated; follow BLO or FLO instructions where specified for edge finishes.
  • 💡Stuff the head and body gradually and evenly; remove stuffing when placing washer backs for safety eyes then restuff carefully.
  • 💡Pin all parts in place before sewing to check placement and symmetry, especially mouth, teeth and fins.

Create a delightful, hand-made Erebus the Angler Fish that will bring a smile to anyone who loves quirky creatures. This pattern includes full stitch counts, multiple fin options, and clear assembly steps so you can finish confidently. Share your finished fish and enjoy the charm of a handmade companion! 🐟🧶

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished angler fish measures approximately 6 inches long from the back of the fin to the front of the head when using worsted weight #4 yarn and a 3.25 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will affect the final size and eye placement. If you change yarn weight, use an appropriate hook and adjust eye placement as needed.

When should I place the safety eyes?

Place safety eyes between rounds 10 and 11 as instructed, leaving the specified spacing. If you prefer a sunken eye look, do not attach the washer backs until round 21 and remove stuffing to attach washers then restuff.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate; basic amigurumi skills, single crochet, increases and decreases, and sewing pieces together are recommended for best results.