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!