If you are looking for some crochet frog inspirations, you are in the right place.
The name of my blog is an obligation to collect info about crochet frogs in one place and answer a broad range of questions regarding these adorable critters. If you are looking for a FREE CROCHET FROG PATTERN I have 35 free crochet frog patterns aligned for you. And finally, even if you don’t crochet and want to know what frogging means in crochet slang, jump to the next part.
It this post you will find everything and anything you are looking for. Crochet frog amigurumi, crochet frog keychain, crochet tree frog patterns. You will learn how to make a crochet frog and how to make crochet frog eyes.
Crocheted frog patterns are so popular and fun you can find almost every kind of item inspired by these cute creatures.
What does it mean to frog in crochet?
“Crochet frog” is a term which typically refers to a small stuffed toy made from yarn using crochet stitches/techniques.
The term “frog” in crochet jargon also has another meaning. To crocheters and knitters, “frogging” means unraveling already made stitches to correct a mistake. Whenever a crocheter (or a knitter) finds a mistake, she/he has to rip out the stitches to the point where the error occurred. All you are doing in this case is to repeatedly “rip it, rip it”. This sounds similar to ‘ribbit, ribbit’ which is the sound all kids think a frog makes.
Rip it sounds similar to ‘ribbit’ which is the sound a frog makes…
The term is so widespread in crochet nomenclature, that it is unknown who and when introduced it for the first time. I guess it’s just part of the lore.
How to crochet a frog? A crochet frog tutorial.
Crochet frogs are cute little creatures that make fantastic gifts, decorations, or companions. In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through the process of crocheting your very own amigurumi frog. If you choose other patterns from below, this tutorial will help you to understand the steps you will be following no matter the pattern you choose.
Materials you will need:
Before we begin, gather the following materials:
- Worsted weight yarn in green and white
- Crochet hook (the size recommended on the yarn label, usually G/4.0mm)
- Safety eyes
- Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
- Yarn/ tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
Step 1: Crocheting the Body
Create a magic ring using the green yarn. Next, crochet six single crochet stitches into the ring, and then pull it tight. Continue to crochet in the round, increasing the number of stitches in each round until you have a flat circle of the right size for the frog’s body.
Step 2: Shaping the Head and Eyes
Gradually decrease stitches to create the frog’s head. Attach safety eyes between the 7th and 8th rounds, leaving a few stitches between them. Add a small white circle with white yarn around the safety eyes for a cute, realistic touch.
Step 3: Crafting the Rear Legs
Crochet four legs using the green yarn. Attach them to the body, evenly spaced around the bottom. Stuff the legs lightly as you go, ensuring they are secure.
Step 4: Making the Forelegs
Crochet two “arms” and attach them to the sides of the frog’s body. Position them slightly below the head, making sure they are symmetrical.
Step 5: Adding Facial Features
Use black yarn to embroider a smiling mouth on your frog. You can also add nostrils and eyebrows for extra character. Experiment with different expressions to give your amigurumi frog its own, unique personality.
Step 6: Finishing Touches
Once you’re satisfied with the facial features, stuff the frog’s body with polyester fiberfill until it’s round and plump. Close the opening with a slip stitch, and weave in any loose ends with a yarn needle.
30 Free Crochet Frog Patterns
In this curated list, we’ve rounded up 20 of the best free crochet patterns for crafting your very own froggy friends. Let the crocheting adventure begin!
Amigurumi Frog
photo source: Anitha Domacin
This cute and small frog will be the perfect springboard for beginners. Easy and tiny, it will work up quickly and you will soon get a nice companion for life.
Designer: Anitha Domacin
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: YarnArt Jeans
Frog Prince
photo source: Amigurumi Today
Transform your yarn into royalty with this charming frog prince pattern by Amigurumi Today. This cute prince can be displayed on your shelf in many different ways and a tiny crown will definitely add charm to this amigurumi project.
I recommend this project for an advanced crocheter.
Designer: Lion Brand Yarn
Yarn weight: Aran
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Solids, Heathers, Twists
Amigurumi Frog
photo source: Lion Brand Yarn
This amigurumi frog looks almost like a froggy ball you can play or throw and catch. The frog measures 5 in. (12.5 cm) in diameter.
It’s an easy project, perfect for beginners.
Designer: Lion Brand Yarn
Yarn weight: Aran
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Solids, Heathers, Twists
Amigaerumi Frog
photo source: Erika Hughes
This frog will be perfect as a soft toy for kids to cuddle and carry around. If you want to make them for toddlers who explore the world with their mouths, I recommend that you make embroidery eyes.
The pattern is easy to follow, ever for newbies.
Designer: Erika Hughes
Yarn weight: worsted, acylic
Fred the Frog
photo source: Smartapple Creations
Fred will be your child’s guardian frog, for their trip to school or at night. This quite realistic Ranid is also made by crocheting in the round. However, the legs are more detailed, making this a perfect second crochet frog project.
Size – 5.5 cm (2.2 inches)
Designer: Maarja Härsing-Värk
Yarn weight: fingering
Suggested yarn: Steinbach Wolle Capri, Madame Tricote Camilla
Ribbert the frog
photo source: Bella Coco Crochet
Ribbert the frog will be a perfect project for those who are looking for a nice frog pattern to display on a desk or shelf. As the pattern has a detailed legs, I would recommend it for an intermediate crocheter.
Designer: Sarah Janyne Fragola
Yarn weight: worsted weight yarn
Finished size approximately : 5.5 inches (14 cm)
Fancy Frog with a Toadstool Beret
photo source: tinycurl.co
What is a recipe for a fancy girl? A sophisticated outfit, of course. However, as you can see an elegant beret is can be enough 🙂 The pattern for the toadstool beret is also included.
Designer: Tiny Curl
Yarn weight: Lightweight yarn (light-worsted, DK, or 4-ply
Suggested yarn: Rico Creative Ricorumi DK
Tiny Magic Frog
photo source: Ravelry
Tiny Magic Frog is worked in one piece from the top to the legs, so it is a perfect pattern for those crocheters who hate sewing. The pattern is easy, but can be a little challenging, as it’s really small.
Finished size approximately: 4 cm / 1.5 in tall
Designer: Irene Strange
Yarn weight: DKDK-weight cotton
Suggested yarn:
Schachenmayr Catania Solids
Scheepjes Catona
Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Rico Design Ricorumi DK
Mini Frog Buddies
photo source: okaytocrochet.wordpress.com
Another great pattern for those looking for a pocket size frog. These cuties will easily fit in your hand and will be a perfect size for toddlers to become their favourite companions.
Finished size approximately: 3 in (6.5 to 7cm) tall
Designer: Kay Ho
Yarn weight: DK
Suggested yarn: Stylecraft Special Double Knit
Pride Frog
photo source: Ravelry
The pride frog with rainbow belly is a very easy pattern which will be perfect for newbies. The colorful belly is a great idea is you want to make a bunch of personalized frogs that each look different.
Designer: Amy Gaines
Yarn weight: Worsted
Felix the Frog
photo source: lilleliis.com
A great and easy pattern to cuddle. The long legs make it a perfect snuggly for the little ones.
Designer: Mari-Liis Lille
Yarn weight: DK
Suggested yarn: Drops Cotton Light (50g / 105m) or Drops Muskat
Amigurumi Frog in Dress
photo source: amigurumiforum.com
Definitely girly frogs in colorful dresses will be favourite toys to play for a little girl. They are simply adorable, and quite easy to make. If she’s a little older, you may even get her to crochet with you.
Designer: Nataly Dastous
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: YarnArt Jeans
Cute Frog in a Jumpsuit
photo source: www.lovelycraft.com
This cute frog will be a perfect match for the Frog in Dress from the previous pattern. The jumpsuit is made as a part of the body, so it will be quicker to make than a separate outfit.
Designer: Lovely Craft
Skills level: Intermediate
Little Lovely Frog
photo source: amigurumiday.com
Another example that the cloth makes the man (or frog). The Little Lovely Frog dressed in a buttoned cowl is another fun pattern for you to follow.
Designer: Selena Brown
Amigurumi (Princess) Frog
photo source: alwaysfreeamigurumi.com
We had a Prince Frog as number 2 on the list, so now it’s time for a Princess Frog. This lovely pattern is absolutely wonderful and very regal.
Designer: Olga Zimina
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: YarnArt Jeans
Amigurumi Swimming Frog with a Duck Buoy
photo source: blog.alwaysfreeamigurumi.com
A frog in a swimsuit is cute, but it’s irresistibly cute if you add a duck buoy. This little froggie is pool-ready! I imagine this would be a great present for a kid who’s just finished their swimming lessons.
Designer: bumbee_crochet
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: Alize Cotton Gold
Cute Amigurumi Frog
photo source: Carmencrochet.com
Finally, here’s a pattern for advanced crocheters. With a wide range of details and connected elements, you will create the cutest frog ever! It will definitely be worth your time. I give you my froggy guarantee!
Designer: Elena Belova
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: YarnArt Jeans
Little Frog with Scrunchies
photo source: amigurumi.space
These frogs with scrunchies-scarves will be a quick and easy project to make.
Designer: toys_by_iris
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: YarnArt Jeans
Amigurumi Frog
photo source: instagram.com/minigurumi/
These little fellows will be perfect for a keychain or a pocket toy. The pattern is published as an Instagram story, so you have to scroll photos to get into it. If you are looking for the smallest frog, it’s definitely a strong contender!
Designer: Minigurumi
Laggy Frog Keychain – Tutorial
photo source: ToysByValerie / Youtube
If you like video tutorials to follow, you will love this pattern. A stunning froggy keychain with hanging tiny legs. It will be easy to understand when you follow the tutorial’s steps.
Designer: Valerie Burova
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: YarnArt Jeans
(Princess) Frog Keychain
photo source: amilittlecreature.pl
Still haven’t found what you are looking for? Maybe this little frog princess keychain will be your next project? The finished keychain frog measure approximately 2.5 inches (10 cm) in hight.
Designer: Ami Little Creature
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: YarnArt Jeans
Big Frog
photo source: Ravelry
This big frog will be a perfect addition to your frog family. The free pattern avaiable as a free youtube tutorial.
Designer: ComplicatedKnots
Frog Keychain (Kawaii Frog with Heart)
photo source: patreon.com
Have you thought that a frog can be any smaller? You were wrong! This kawaii amigurumi frog measures just approximately 1.4 inches (3.5 cm) in height. If you are into miniature crochet, this is the pattern you have to try.
Designer: Valerie Burova
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: YarnArt Jeans
Himalaya Dolphin Baby
Frog
photo source: Youtube
This post wouldn’t be complete without this tiny realistic frog. You can make this frog following the well-explained and detailed Youtube tutorial.
Designer: Kylie Slee
Yarn weight: DK
Rainbow Frog
photo source: Youtube
Now, you don’t have to visit Madagascar to see the rainbow frog live. With this unique rainbow frog crochet pattern you will have your own wild life on your desk.
Designer: Kylie Slee
Yarn weight: DK
Crocheted Tree Frog
photo source: kristitullus.com
Tree frogs are the most representative of all the froggy species. With their long legs and broad toes, they are the sleekest little hoppers ever. The finished item is about 4 3/4″ (12 cm) long
Designer: Kristi Tullus
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: Titan Wool Egitto
Tree Frog
photo source: littlegreen.typepad.com
This frog features contrasting orange legs and big amber safety eyes. It will be a great frog for any frog lover!
Designer: Roman Sock
Yarn weight: DK / worsted
Suggested yarn: DMC Happy Cotton
Minecraft Frog
photo source: Ravelry
If you are making a frog for a kid or tween, believe me – a cubic minecraft -shaped frog will be a definite hit. The pattern is recommended for an advanced beginner. However it is a video tutorial, so you will it find it easy to follow.
Designer: Skein Spider
Yarn weight: DK
Suggested yarn: 4 Seasons Marvel 8 ply
Toad
photo source: Anitha Domacin
Not all frogs are cute. Sometimes ugly is beautiful. So, if you are looking for a toad, this pattern will be perfect for you.
Designer: Brigitte Read
Yarn weight: Aran/DK
Lil’ Kerokeroppi Frog
photo source: littleyarnfriends.com
This little squirt stands 12cm x 10cm, approximately 5 x 4 in. Those huge eyes, though! Adorable.
Designer: Rachel Hoe
Yarn weight: Sport
Suggested yarn: YarnArt Jeans
Frog Hat
photo source: Repeat Crafter Me
This crocheted frog hat will let your kids be more visible end easier to find.
Designer: Sarah Zimmerman
Yarn weight: Aran
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice
Frog Coasters in a Basket
photo source: Dawn M Castillo
This pattern is definitely at the beginner level. As there is a video tutorial to follow, you can try it even if you are just learning to crochet. This will be a great pattern to build your skills and confidence.
Designer: Dawn M Castillo
Yarn weight: Aran
Suggested yarn: Red Heart Super Saver (Solids)
Frog Hanging Basket
photo source: StringyDingDing
Who wouldn’t want to store stuff in such a wonderful container? This green hanging basket with its mouth wide open is a great encouragement for kids to store their belongings neatly… not on the floor, or the hallway, or all around the house.
Designer: StringyDingDing
Yarn weight: Jumbo
Suggested yarn: Bernat Maker Big
Frog Backpack
photo source: yarnspirations.com
This wonderful pattern will be a great travel companion for your JK/SK youngster, or even one slightly older than that. Whatever they need to carry, this froggy will help them.
Designer: Lily / Sugar’n Cream
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn:
Lily Sugar’n Cream Solids & Denim
Lily Sugar’n Cream Stripes
LilyPad Coaster
photo source: bylumydesigns.com
No matter which pattern of frog you will choose, you can upgrade it beautifully by adding this water lily – shaped coaster. Every frog needs it’s own pad, after all.
Designer: Bylumydesigns
Yarn weight: Worsted
Suggested yarn: Loops & Threads Impeccable
Should I frog my crochet?
As with so many things, the answer is it depends. If you are working on a very high-quality crochet project, you will likely want to correct a mistake. After all, a single error will draw the eye in an otherwise perfect project. To do this, sometimes you will be forced to frog an entire crochet project or a big part of it. This may mean unravelling the work you already made from start to finish.
If you are a beginner and have made a small mistake far back in the project, try to judge how visible it will be for a random person. If it is hard to find, and it doesn’t cause you to make follow-on mistakes, it’s probably best just finish the project as is.
Potential mistakes are less visible in small projects such as lace snowflakes, or a draped items like a scarf tied around your neck. However, they can be easily spotted on a big spread out surface like a vest or a cardigan.
Does frogging ruin yarn? Can I unravel an old cardigan to make a new one?
The short answer is no: frogging does not inherently ruin yarn. In fact, frogging is a common practice among crafters to correct mistakes or make adjustments to their projects.
In previous decades, frogging an unwanted cardigan or other yarn-items was also one of the main sources of yarn for our ancestors. It was a cheap and accessible source of yarn, and was very much recycling and reducing long before it became a fad.
However, there are a few factors to consider before frogging:
- Yarn Type: Some yarns frog better than others. Natural fibers like wool and cotton tend to be more forgiving. Thus, they can handle being unraveled and reworked without damaging the fiber. On the other hand, yarns with a high synthetic content or delicate fibers may show more wear and tear after frogging. This may make them unusable for projects that need a fine finish or lots of strength.
- Tension and Handling: If you repeatedly frog the same section of yarn or if you force the yarn as you pull it, it may stretch or weaken.
- If you need to frog an item that was overly tensioned, it may be hard to unravel it without any structural damage.
- Texture Changes: Yarn that has been frogged multiple times may have an altered texture. The fibers can become more relaxed, and the entire yarn may be less elastic. This may be affected by the fiber source.
However, if you already have an old item to unravel give it a try. Unravel a few rows, and try to make a sample: a few rows of new stitches to see how it turns out. If you like it and the yarn seems OK, frog the whole item, as it is always better money-wise to recycle than to buy.
Are there any other meanings of the term frog? It has a military aspect.
– Back in WWII, the U.S. Navy established underwater demolition troops. These heroic sailors, now known as Navy SEALs, were commonly referred to as “Frogmen.”, and in fact are still called that today. Who knew crocheters have something in common with the military?
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