Looking for a free crochet frog pattern? Here are 22 of them: classic sitting amigurumi frogs, big squishy chenille frogs, no-sew pocket frogs you can make in an evening, tiny keychain frogs, frog bucket hats and beanies for every age, plus a frog on a mushroom, a frog in a toadstool beret, a strawberry frog backpack, a frog lovey and frog coasters. Every pattern is free in full on the designer's own site, with written rounds and stitch counts and no sign-up. Frogs are one of the most-loved crochet makes right now, and they make a sweet stocking stuffer for kids, teens and grown-up frog fans alike.
Most amigurumi frogs start with 6 single crochet in a magic ring, then build the head and body with increase rounds. Several designs here start the eyes first and join them with a short chain, which gives a frog its classic wide face. For each pattern I've noted the yarn, the hook, the finished size and how it starts, and I've flagged the no-sew designs, where legs and arms are worked straight into the body. Many designers sell an optional ad-free PDF, but the full pattern is free on the page.
Classic amigurumi frogs
Sitting and standing frogs in worsted or DK yarn. These are sturdy toys with lots of personality.
Felix the Frog — lilleliis. A tall, lanky 10-inch frog in DK cotton on a 3.5mm hook. Round 1 is 6 sc in a magic ring. Rated easy, in US terms, and the page is also available in Spanish, Dutch and Hungarian.
Amigurumi Frog — Tiny Curl. A round little 4-inch frog sitting on its lily pad, in worsted yarn on a 3.25mm hook. Each eye starts around a chain of 5, then the eyes are joined into the body. The face is embroidered, so it's a good pick for little kids.
Flippy the Crochet Frog — Chai Coffee Crochet. An 8-inch frog in a pair of shorts, in under 100 grams of DK yarn on a 3mm hook. Rated easy, with a no-sew option for attaching the arms.
Free Frog Crochet Pattern — Jess Huff. The big one: a 17-inch standing frog in about 222 yards of worsted acrylic on a 3.5mm (E) hook. It starts with 6 sc in a magic ring and has a gauge to check. Rated intermediate, and a showstopper gift.
Chunky, chenille and no-sew frogs
Plush yarn makes the squishiest frogs, and these patterns keep sewing to a minimum. Chenille hides stitches, so use a marker at the start of every round.
Fergus the Frog — The Nicole Chase. A no-sew frog about 5 inches sitting or 7.5 inches standing, in Brava Worsted on a 4mm (G) hook. Round 1 is 6 sc in a magic ring. Rated advanced beginner, with clear photos.
No-Sew Leggy Froggy — Nicki's Homemade Crafts. A floppy-legged frog about 3.25 x 4 inches (plus legs), in Premier Parfait Chunky chenille on a 4.5mm hook. Round 1 is worked around a chain of 9 (16 sc). Beginner friendly.
Pocket Frog — Yarn Society. A tiny no-sew chenille frog in Premier Parfait Chunky on a 5mm (H) hook, with bobble-stitch details. Rated advanced beginner. Make a handful as party favors.
Frankie the Frog — Darling Maple Designs. A no-sew frog just over 3.5 inches tall, in a light super bulky plush yarn (Hobbii Honey Bunny, similar to Parfait Chunky) on a 5mm hook. Round 1 is 6 sc in a ring. Rated beginner.
Easy Beginner Crochet Frog — The Mary Jay. A chunky, squishy frog in Bernat Baby Blanket (super bulky 6) on a 7mm hook. Round 1 is 6 sc in a magic ring. The eye pieces are sewn on flat, which is easy. A great first frog.
Mini frogs, keychains and hanging frogs
Small, fast and scrap-friendly. Clip one to a backpack with ideas from our crochet keychain patterns.
DIY Fluffies Mini Frog — Mariska Vos. Two sizes on one page: a 2-inch frog in sport-weight cotton on a 2.5mm hook, or a 6-inch fluffy version in chenille on a 5mm hook. Round 1 is 6 sc in a magic ring. Easy, with a video.
Crochet Frog — The Caffeinated Snail. A leggy little frog in worsted yarn on a 4.5mm hook that can be made into a keychain. Round 1 is 6 sc in a magic ring. Beginner, with minimal sewing for the arms.
Swinging Frog — Double Dutch Crochet Co. A frog sitting on a little swing, to hang from a shelf or plant. It's made in size 4 chenille on a 3.5mm hook (sized down from the label for a tight fabric). Round 1 is 8 sc in a magic ring. Rated beginner.
Frog hats and bucket hats
Frog bucket hats are everywhere this year. Here are four free ones, from newborn to adult. More critter hats are in our crochet animal hat patterns.
Crochet Frog Hat — Nana's Crafty Home. A kids' bucket hat with frog eyes, in Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (worsted) on a 4mm (G) hook. Newborn, toddler and child sizes, all in single crochet. Round 1 is 6 sc in a magic circle. Beginner friendly.
Big Eyes Frog Hat — Jenny & Teddy. A beanie with big googly frog eyes and optional earflaps, sized from 0–3 months up to teens (14 to 22 inch heads). DK yarn held double on a 3mm hook. Round 1 is 12 sc in the ring.
Crochet Frog Hat, Toddler to Adult — Lovable Loops. A worsted beanie worked top-down in double crochet on a 5.5mm (I) hook, with a 5mm hook for the eyes and cheeks. Toddler, child and adult sizes, with gauge given. Rated advanced beginner.
Gingham Frog Bucket Hat — Crafty Kitty Crochet. A trendy bucket hat with a gingham-look brim and frog eyes, in Red Heart Super Saver on a 5mm (H) hook. One size, 20 to 21 inches, for teens and women. Round 1 is 12 dc in a magic ring.
Whimsical frogs, baby gifts and frog decor
Mushroom hats, strawberries and lily pads: the cottagecore side of crochet frogs. For more toadstools, see our crochet mushroom patterns.
Fancy Frog — Tiny Curl. A 7-inch frog wearing a red toadstool beret, in Ricorumi DK on a 2.75mm (C) hook with 9mm safety eyes. The eyes start around a chain, and the hat is a separate piece sewn on at a jaunty angle. Charming and detailed.
Frog in a Hat — Hi Sheep. A 4.3-inch frog with your choice of a cowboy hat or a mushroom beret, in DK yarn on a 3mm hook. Round 1 is 6 sc in a magic ring. The designer notes that a chenille version on a 4mm hook comes out about 8 inches.
Frog on a Mushroom — StringyDingDing. A 7-inch frog sitting on an 8-inch mushroom, 15 inches in all, in medium (4) yarn on 4mm and 5mm hooks. It uses front loop, back loop and post stitches, so it's best for intermediate makers. A lovely shelf piece.
Strawberry and Mushroom Frog Backpacks — Crafty Kitty Crochet. A 9.5 x 9.5 inch kids' backpack with a frog face and a strawberry or mushroom hat, in Red Heart Super Saver on a 5mm (H) hook. It's worked in rows, starting with 10 sc. More bags are in our crochet backpack patterns.
Frog Security Blanket — Elisa's Crochet. An 11 x 10 inch frog lovey in light (3) yarn on a 3.25mm hook. Row 1 is 37 sc. Rated intermediate. The pattern uses 9mm safety eyes; for a baby, embroider the eyes instead. More snugglers are in our crochet lovey patterns.
Crochet Frog Coasters — Repeat Crafter Me. Smiling frog-face coasters in just 6 rounds, in Red Heart Super Saver on an H hook (or Lily Sugar'n Cream cotton for better absorbency). Round 1 is 10 sc in a magic ring. A quick gift set; pair them with our crochet coaster patterns.
Frequently asked questions
What yarn is best for a crochet frog?
Worsted or DK acrylic or cotton is easiest and holds its shape well. For a big, squishy frog, try a chenille like Premier Parfait Chunky or Bernat Baby Blanket. Use a hook a size or two smaller than the yarn label suggests so the stuffing doesn't show through.
What is the easiest crochet frog for a beginner?
Try a no-sew pattern like Frankie the Frog, Fergus or the No-Sew Leggy Froggy, or the chunky Easy Beginner Crochet Frog from The Mary Jay. If you've never made amigurumi before, start with our easy amigurumi patterns for beginners.
How do you crochet frog eyes?
Most frogs start each eye as a small cup, either 6 sc in a magic ring or a few stitches worked around a short chain, then join the two eyes with a chain and keep working the head around both. Add safety eyes between the early rounds, or embroider them for a child-safe toy.
Are crochet frogs safe for babies?
For babies and toddlers, skip safety eyes and embroider the face, stuff firmly and sew every leg on very securely. Mini and keychain frogs are too small for little ones.
More cute crochet critters
Frogs pair perfectly with a crochet dinosaur, a crochet penguin or a classic crochet teddy bear. For quick gifts, see our cheap crochet stocking stuffers.
