Crochet Emoji Fidget Toy

Crochet emoji fidget toys are all the rage these days! These adorable little creations combine the fun and familiar faces of emojis with the soothing, tactile sensation of a fidget toy. With their bright colors and soft textures, they are perfect for keeping your hands busy and your mind at ease during long meetings, classes, or just whenever you need a little bit of stress relief. Whether you're feeling happy, stressed, or somewhere in between, these cute little emoji fidget toys are sure to bring a smile to your face and some peace to your mind. So why not add a touch of whimsy and relaxation to your day with a crochet emoji fidget toy today?

Materials

Bernat Blanket Yarn (main body color)

Worsted weight yarn or felt for face features

Size 6 crochet hook

Yarn needle and sewing needle

Scissors

Polyfill stuffing

Nylon pouch or nylon sock (optional)

Stitch markers

Fabric glue (optional)

Safety eyes (optional)

Arm & Leg Pieces (Make 2 Sets)

Begin with a 25-inch yarn tail and make a slip knot

Create 3 longtail foundation base chains

Chain 1 with working yarn

Turn and slip stitch into the first 2 stitches

Work 4 half-double crochets into the last stitch

On the other side, slip stitch into the next 2 stitches to form the foot

Slip stitch into the corner stitch that sticks out to close the foot

Turn to the top side and insert hook into the center hole at the back of the foot

Pull up a loop and tighten it to begin the leg

Crochet 25 longtail foundation base chains for the leg

Chain 4

Slip stitch into the first chain to make a thumb

Chain 3, slip stitch into the same space

Repeat chain 3 and slip stitch two more times for fingers

Cut the yarn, pull through to cinch

Tie the start and end tails in a square knot

Thread tails into the yarn needle and hide inside the leg

Apply fabric glue to the ends and pinch closed

Let dry completely before using

Repeat to make the second leg-arm piece

Body

Start with a magic ring

Work 8 single crochets into the ring and tighten

Round 2 (Add Legs)

2 increases

1 single crochet, chain 1

Attach first leg, increase

Increase again

Chain 1

Attach second leg, single crochet

2 more increases

Total: 16 stitches

For Round 3

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) eight times

When reaching leg holes, do increase through the hole

Skip no stitches

End with 24 stitches

Round 4

Repeat (2 sc, 1 inc) eight times

End with 32 stitches

Round 5 (Add Arms)

Single crochet 8

Chain 1

Attach first arm

Skip 1 stitch, single crochet next

Single crochet 14

Chain 1

Attach second arm

Skip 1 stitch, single crochet

Single crochet final 6 stitches

Confirm arms and legs are aligned correctly

For Rounds 6–10

Single crochet all stitches around

Maintain 32 stitches per round

Add Face

Pause after Round 10

Add face using embroidery, felt, crochet, or safety eyes

Best done before stuffing

Round 11

Repeat (2 sc, 1 dec) around

End with 24 stitches

Round 12

Repeat (1 sc, 1 dec) around

End with 16 stitches

Stuffing

Place polyfill in a nylon pouch or sock

Insert stuffing into the body

Tie or secure open end

Final Round

Decrease in every stitch (8 total)

Cut yarn and pull through last loop

Using yarn needle, go through front loops of final 8 stitches

Pull tight to close hole

Tie off with hidden knots

Weave in the yarn end

Finishing Touches

Gently shape the toy to round it out

Let dry fully if glue was used

Your Tug & Pull Emoji Fidget Toy is ready!