How to Crochet an Adorable Plush Shark Amigurumi — Step-by-Step Pattern (≈39 cm)

This step-by-step amigurumi pattern teaches you how to crochet a plush shark using the materials listed below. The finished toy measures approximately 39 cm in height. Follow the stitch-by-stitch instructions and abbreviations provided to assemble the fins, tail and body, then sew and embroider the details.

Crochet plush shark amigurumi is a super fun and adorable way to add a touch of charm to any space! These little handmade cuties are perfect for both kids and adults who appreciate the art of amigurumi. With their big eyes and cozy texture, they make great companions to cuddle with or display on a shelf. The intricate details and vibrant colors of a crochet plush shark amigurumi will surely bring a smile to your face and brighten up your day. So go ahead, dive into the world of crocheting and enjoy creating your very own toothy, yet lovable, shark friend!

Finished crochet plush shark amigurumi made with Alize Velluto yarn — approximately 39 cm tall.

Materials

1) Alize Velluto yarn (any color, I have 416) – about 1.5 skeins;
2) Alize Velluto yarn (white color, 55) – for eyes and belly;
3) Any black yarn for embroidering gills and pupils (I have YarnArt Jeans, 53);
4) White thread for sewing details;
5) Sewing needle;
6) Scissors;
7) Markers for knitting;
8) Filler (I have holofiber);
9) Hook 4 mm

Abbreviations

Sc: Single crochet
Inc: Increase
Dec: Decrease
MR: Magic ring
ll: Lifting loop
Slst: Slip stitch

The height of the toy is approximately 39 cm.

Small fins (2 pcs)

1) 6 sc in MR (6)
2) 2 sc, 2 inc, 2 sc (8)
3) 3 sc, 2 inc, 3 sc (10)
4) 4 sc, 2 inc, 4 sc (12)
5) 5 sc, 2 inc, 5 sc (14)
6) 6 sc, 2 inc, 6 sc (16)
7) 7 sc, 2 inc, 7 sc (18)
8) 8 sc, 2 inc, 8 sc (20)
Slst, fasten and cut the thread.

Big fin (1 pc)

1) 6 sc in MR (6)
2) 2 sc, 2 inc, 2 sc (8)
3) 3 sc, 2 inc, 3 sc (10)
4) 4 sc, 2 inc, 4 sc (12)
5) 5 sc, 2 inc, 5 sc (14)
6) 6 sc, 2 inc, 6 sc (16)
7) 7 sc, 2 inc, 7 sc (18)
8) 8 sc, 2 inc, 8 sc (20)
9) 9 sc, 2 inc, 9 sc (22)
10) 10 sc, 2 inc, 10 sc 24)
Slst, fasten and cut the thread.

Eyes (2 pcs)

1) 6 sc in MR (6)
2) 6 inc (12)
3) 12 sc (12)
Slst, fasten and cut the thread.

We make 3-4 stitches.

Tail tips (2 pcs)

1) 6 sc in MR (6)
2) (2sc,inc)x2 (8)
3) (3sc,inc)x2 (10)
4) (4sc,inc)x2 (12)
5) (5sc,inc)x2 (14)
We make slst at one tail, fasten the thread and cut it off, leave it at the second and continue to knit it.

Tail and body

We continue to crochet.
6) 14 sc on one tip, 14 sc on the second tip. (28)
7) 28 sc (28)
8) (5sc,dec)x4 (24)
9) (4sc,dec)x4 (20)
10) (3sc,dec)x4 (16)
11) (2sc,dec)x4 (12)
12) 6 dec (6)
13) (1sc,inc)x3 (9)
14) (2sc,inc)x3 (12)
15) (3sc,inc)x3 (15)
16) 15 sc (15)
17) (4sc,inc)x3 (18)
18) 18 sc (18)
19) (5sc,inc)x3 (21)
20) 21 sc (21)
21) (6sc,inc)x3 (24)
22) 24 sc (24)
23) (7sc,inc)x3 (27)
24) 27 sc (27)
25) (8sc,inc)x3 (30)
26) 30 sc (30)
27) (9sc,inc)x3 (33)
28) (10sc,inc)x3 (36)
29) (11sc,inc)x3 (39)
30) (12sc,inc)x3 (42)
31) (13sc,inc)x3 (45)
32) (14sc,inc)x3 (48)
32-41) 48 sc (9 row)
42) (10sc,dec)x4 (44)
43) (9sc,dec)x4 (40)
44) (8sc,dec)x4 (36)
45) 36 sc (36)
46) (7sc,dec)x4 (32)
47) 32 sc (32)
48) (6sc,dec)x4 (28)
49) 28 sc (28)
50) (5sc,dec)x4 (24)
51) 24 sc (24)
52) (4sc,dec)x4 (20)
53) 20 sc (20)
54) (3sc,dec)x4 (16)
55) 16 sc (16)
56) (2sc,dec)x4 (12)
57) 6 dec (6)
Slst, we fix the thread, cut it off and hide it inside the body.

White underside of body:

We knit in turning rows. We make 4 ch.
1) 3 sc (3)
2) ll, inc, sc, inc (5)
3) ll, 5 sc (5)
4) ll, inc, 3 sc, inc (7)
5) ll, 7 sc (7)
6) ll, inc, 5 sc, inc (9)
7) ll, 9 sc (9)
8) ll, inc, 7 sc, inc (11)
9) ll, 11 sc (11)
10) ll, inc, 9 sc, inc (13)
11) ll, 13 sc (13)
12) ll, inc, 11 sc, inc (15)
13) ll, 15 sc (15)
14) ll, inc, 13 sc, inc (17)
15) ll, 17 sc (17)
16) ll, inc, 15 sc, inc (19)
17-25) ll, 19 sc (9 rows)
26) ll, dec, 15 sc, dec (17)
27) ll, 17 sc (17)
28) ll, dec, 13 sc, dec (15)
29) ll, 15 sc (15)
30) ll, dec, 11 sc, dec (13)
31) ll, 13 sc (13)
32) ll, dec, 9 sc, dec (11)
33) ll, 11 sc (11)
34) ll, dec, 7 sc, dec (9)
35) ll, 9 sc (9)
36) ll, dec, 5 sc, dec (7)
37) ll, 7 sc (7)
38) ll, dec, 3 sc, dec (5)
39) ll, 5 sc (5)
40) ll, dec, 1 sc, dec (3)
We fasten the thread and cut.

Now we sew all the details together, embroider the gills and enjoy the new crochet shark.