I still remember the first time I saw a leggy frog crochet pattern on Pinterest. Its long dangling arms and legs made it look like the silliest, happiest little toy, and I instantly knew I had to stitch one. My grandkids couldn’t stop giggling when they saw the first version I made. That’s the magic of crochet: a few hours of yarn and hook work, and suddenly you’ve got a frog with personality.
So, why has the crochet leggy frog become so popular? Simple. It’s beginner-friendly, endlessly customizable, and just plain fun. Whether you want a keychain-sized frog for your bag or a big plush buddy for the couch, this pattern adapts beautifully. Plus, with its striped shirt and goofy grin, this frog always manages to charm.
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What You’ll Learn in This Tutorial
In this guide, you’ll get the free leggy frog crochet pattern laid out step by step. We’ll start with the basic supplies, explain stitches in plain English, and then move on to crocheting the legs, body, head, arms, and eyes. By the end, you’ll know how to crochet a leggy frog from start to finish, even if this is your very first amigurumi project.
If you enjoy this pattern, you might also love trying my Amigurumi Duck Pattern Free or the Whale Crochet Pattern Free. Both are beginner-friendly projects that pair beautifully with your new frog friend.
The Full Leggy Frog Crochet Pattern
Materials, Stitches & Prep Work
Before you begin, here’s everything you’ll need to crochet this adorable frog.
What do I need for a leggy frog crochet pattern?
You’ll need green yarn, a 2.0–2.5 mm crochet hook, stuffing, safety eyes, and basic crochet stitches like single crochet, increases, and decreases.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Yarn | Green (main), White, Blue, Black |
| Hook | 2.0–2.5 mm (depending on yarn thickness) |
| Notions | Stuffing, stitch marker, yarn needle, scissors |
| Extras | Safety eyes (6–8 mm) or black embroidery thread |
Abbreviations (US Terms):
- MR = Magic Ring
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec = decrease (sc2tog)
- BLO = back loop only
- (… ) × n = repeat inside brackets n times
💡 Tip for beginners: If you’re new to amigurumi, check out my How to Read an Amigurumi Pattern for a clear walkthrough of abbreviations and pattern logic.
Step-by-Step Leggy Frog Crochet Pattern
Here’s the free leggy frog crochet pattern written in a simple, structured way.
🦵 Legs ×2
Yarn: Main green
- R1: 5 sc in MR (5)
- R2: inc ×5 (10)
- R3–66: sc around (10 each round)
Stuff as you go if you like.
- Finish Leg 1, fasten off.
- Make Leg 2 the same, but do not fasten off – you’ll continue with this yarn to join the legs and start the body.
🔗 Joining the two legs (before Body R1)
With yarn still on Leg 2:
- ch 1
- Attach Leg 1: sc around Leg 1 (10 sts)
- ch 1
- Return to Leg 2 and sc around it (10 sts)
Now you have 24 sts total around the two legs + chains (10 + 1 + 10 + 1 = 22).
Place a marker — the next round is Body R1
🧍 Body
- Yarn: Green (A), Blue/White stripes (B)
- R1: 9 sc, inc, 2 sc, 9 sc, inc, 2 sc → 26 sts
- R2–14: sc around (26)
- R15–16: sc around in color A (26)
- R17: sc around in color B (26)
- R18: (11 sc, dec) × 2 → 24
- R19: sc around in color B (24)
- R20: sc around in color A (24)
- R21: (10 sc, dec) × 2 → 22
- R22: sc around in color A (22)
- R23: sc around in color B (22)
- R24: (9 sc, dec) × 2 → 20
- R25: sc around in color B (20)
- R26: sc around in color A (20)
- R27: (8 sc, dec) × 2 → 18
- R28–29: sc around in color A (18)
- Stuff the body and fasten off.
👤 Head
- Yarn: Green
- R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
- R2: inc × 6 (12)
- R3: (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
- R4: (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
- R5: (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
- R6: (4 sc, inc) × 6 (36)
- R7: (5 sc, inc) × 6 (42)
- R8–16: sc 42 (42 each round, 9 rounds)
- R17: (5 sc, dec) × 6 (36)
- R18: (4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
- R19: (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
- R20: (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
- R21: (sc, dec) × 6 (12)
- R22: dec × 6 (6)
- Fasten off, leave tail. Stuff firmly.
👀 Eye Base ×2
- Yarn: Green
- R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
- R2: inc × 6 (12)
- R3: (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
- R4: (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
- R5–9: sc around (24)
- Lightly stuff if desired, then flatten slightly when sewing.
👁 Eye White ×2
- Yarn: White
- R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
- R2: inc × 6 (12)
- R3: (5 sc, inc) × 2 (14)
- Sew onto green base, add safety eyes or embroider pupils.
🤲 Arms ×2
- Yarn: Green
- R1: 5 sc in MR (5)
- R2: inc × 5 (10)
- R3–62: sc 10 (10 each round, long arms)
- Flatten and sew shut.
🧵 Assembly
- Sew the head to the top of the body.
- Attach legs to the bottom sides.
- Sew arms near the striped section.
- Add the eye bases on top of the head, then sew the white eye circles.
- Embroider a small smile.
✅ To finish your amigurumi leggy frog, sew all pieces together, attach the eyes, and embroider a smile. That’s it, your frog is ready to hop into someone’s heart!
For extra fun, check out the Amigurumi Bunny Free Pattern if you’d like another beginner project with a playful personality.
Creative Variations on the Leggy Frog
One of the joys of crochet is making a pattern your own. This leggy frog crochet pattern free design is flexible, so you can play with colors and styles.
- Mini Keychain Frog – Stop the legs and arms halfway (around round 30) for a tiny pocket frog. Add a keychain loop and you’ve got a quirky bag charm.
- Rainbow Frog – Switch yarn colors every 10 rounds for a striped, rainbow-legged frog. Kids love this one!
- Sleepy Frog – Embroider closed eyes with lashes instead of using safety eyes for a softer look.
- Fashion Frog – Give your frog accessories like a tiny scarf, a bow tie, or even a crochet hat.
If you enjoy making animal toys, you’ll also love my realistic snake Crochet Pattern Free and the Free Crochet Labubu Patterns, both packed with personality and fun details.
FAQs About the Leggy Frog Crochet Pattern
Is this leggy frog crochet pattern free?
Yes! This is a free leggy frog crochet pattern, written step by step for beginners.
What yarn is best for a crochet leggy frog?
Cotton or acrylic yarn in green, with white, blue, and black for details. A 2.0–2.5 mm hook works best for a neat finish.
How long does it take to crochet a leggy frog?
Most crocheters finish in 5–7 hours, depending on experience and speed.
Can beginners crochet this leggy frog?
Absolutely. If you know how to make a magic ring, single crochet, increase, and decrease—you can follow this crochet leggy frog pattern.
What is the easiest crochet animal to make?
A crochet ball with small ears (like a bunny or bear) is often the easiest animal project for beginners.
How do you frog crochet without damage?
To frog crochet safely, pull the yarn out slowly, avoid tugging too hard, and rewind it neatly to prevent tangles or frays.
What is the prettiest crochet stitch?
Many crocheters love the shell stitch for its elegant, scalloped look, but beauty often depends on the project.
How to make crochet look fluffy?
Use fluffy yarns like chenille or brush out acrylic yarn gently with a pet brush to create a soft, fuzzy finish.
And there you have it, your very own amigurumi leggy frog with long, floppy arms and legs. Whether you gift it, keep it as a desk buddy, or stitch up a rainbow family of frogs, this project is guaranteed to bring smiles.
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Happy stitching, and don’t forget to share your frogs, I’d love to see how yours turn out! 🐸💚
2 comments
How do you start the body for the frog? The first row is confusing, do you start with a magic circle? Thanks Rose 🌹
You’re so right, that first row was a bit confusing 🌹
For this frog you don’t use a magic circle for the body — you first finish both legs, then join them with a chain and start Body Round 1 by crocheting around the tops of both legs.
I’ve updated the pattern now to explain this more clearly. Thank you for asking! 🐸💚