Adorable Pong The Penguin Amigurumi

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Penguin lovers and crochet enthusiasts alike will fall in love with Pong the Penguin Amigurumi. This charming character combines the cuddly appeal of amigurumi with the distinctive personality of a penguin, complete Penguin with unique accessories that make this project both fun to create and delightful to display. Standing at approximately 22 cm (8.5 inches) tall, Pong is the perfect size for gifting, collecting, or decorating your home.

This beginner-friendly amigurumi pattern guides you step-by-step through creating your very own Pong the Penguin, from his adorable yellow feet to his stylish mint-colored hat. The pattern incorporates multiple colors and textures to bring this character to life, resulting in a finished penguin that has personality in every stitch.

Essential Materials For Your Penguin Amigurumi

Before beginning your penguin adventure, gather these materials:

  • Rainbow Cotton 8/4 yarn in:
    • Light Grey (#016) – 2 skeins
    • White (#001) – 1 skein
    • Light Brown (#006) – 1 skein
    • Pastel Mint (#025) – 1 skein
    • Baby Blue (#032) – 1 skein
    • Sunny Yellow (#055) – 1 skein
  • Crochet hook: 2.50 mm
  • 2 safety eyes (7 mm)
  • 4 safety eyes (5 mm)
  • Stuffing
  • 2 pompoms approximately 3.5 cm in diameter
  • 2 buttons (12 mm)
  • A small piece of black yarn for eyebrows
  • Yarn needle

Understanding Penguin Terminology

Familiarize yourself with these standard crochet abbreviations used throughout the pattern:

  • ch = chain
  • sc = single crochet
  • sl st = slip stitch
  • mr = magic ring
  • hdc = half double crochet
  • inc = increase (2 stitches in one stitch)
  • dec = decrease (combining two stitches into one)
  • rnd(s) = round(s)
  • (xx) = number of stitches after completed round

Creating Penguin Wings

The wings give your penguin its characteristic look and allow for playful positioning during assembly.

Make 2 wings using Light Grey yarn:

  • Round 1: Create 3 single crochets in a magic ring
  • Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (6 stitches total)
  • Round 3: Work (1 single crochet, 1 increase) 3 times (9 stitches total)
  • Round 4: Work (2 single crochets, 1 increase) 3 times (12 stitches total)
  • Round 5: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (12 stitches total)
  • Round 6: Work (3 single crochets, 1 increase) 3 times (15 stitches total)
  • Round 7: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (15 stitches total)
  • Round 8: Work (4 single crochets, 1 increase) 3 times (18 stitches total)
  • Round 9: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (18 stitches total)
  • Round 10: Work (5 single crochets, 1 increase) 3 times (21 stitches total)
  • Round 11: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (21 stitches total)
  • Round 12: Work (6 single crochets, 1 increase) 3 times (24 stitches total)
  • Rounds 13-33: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (24 stitches total)
  • Round 34: Work (6 single crochets, 1 decrease) 3 times (21 stitches total)
  • Round 35: Work (5 single crochets, 1 decrease) 3 times (18 stitches total)

Fasten off and weave in the end. The wings remain unstuffed to maintain their flat, flipper-like appearance.

Crafting The Eye Details

The distinctive eyes give Pong his expressive character.

Make 2 eye details using White yarn:

  • Round 1: In a magic ring, work 1 single crochet, 3 half double crochets, 1 single crochet, and 1 slip stitch

Fasten off but leave a long tail for assembly. Do not tighten the magic ring yet. Insert the 7mm safety eyes into the magic ring, then tighten the ring to secure them.

Creating The Body And Head

The body and head are crafted as one continuous piece, starting from the bottom and working upward.

Begin with Light Grey yarn for the body:

  • Round 1: Create 6 single crochets in a magic ring
  • Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12 stitches total)
  • Round 3: Work (1 single crochet, 1 increase) 6 times (18 stitches total)
  • Round 4: Work (2 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (24 stitches total)
  • Round 5: Work (3 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (30 stitches total)
  • Round 6: Work (4 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (36 stitches total)
  • Round 7: Work (5 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (42 stitches total)
  • Round 8: Work (6 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (48 stitches total)
  • Round 9: Work (7 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (54 stitches total)
  • Round 10: Work (8 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (60 stitches total)
  • Round 11: Work (9 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (66 stitches total)
  • Rounds 12-23: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (66 stitches total)
  • Round 24: Work (9 single crochets, 1 decrease) 6 times (60 stitches total)
  • Rounds 25-26: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (60 stitches total)
  • Round 27: Work (8 single crochets, 1 decrease) 6 times (54 stitches total)
  • Rounds 28-29: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (54 stitches total)
  • Round 30: Work (7 single crochets, 1 decrease) 6 times (48 stitches total)
  • Round 31: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (48 stitches total)
  • Round 32: Work (6 single crochets, 1 decrease) 6 times (42 stitches total)

Remember to stuff the body firmly as you progress. Proper stuffing gives your penguin structure and prevents sagging over time.

  • Round 33: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (42 stitches total)
  • Round 34: Work (5 single crochets, 1 decrease) 6 times (36 stitches total)
  • Rounds 35-36: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (36 stitches total)
  • Round 37: Work (4 single crochets, 1 decrease) 6 times (30 stitches total)
  • Round 38: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (30 stitches total)
  • Round 39: Work (3 single crochets, 1 decrease) 6 times (24 stitches total)
  • Round 40: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (24 stitches total)

Now attach the wings on the next round. Crochet through all 4 loops to secure the wings firmly to the body:

  • Round 41: Work 9 single crochets to attach the first wing, 6 single crochets, then 9 single crochets to attach the second wing (24 stitches total)
  • Round 42: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (24 stitches total)

Switch to White yarn to begin the head:

  • Round 43: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (24 stitches total)
  • Round 44: Work (3 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (30 stitches total)
  • Round 45: Work 2 single crochets, 1 increase, then (4 single crochets, 1 increase) 5 times, finishing with 2 single crochets (36 stitches total)
  • Round 46: Work (5 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (42 stitches total)
  • Round 47: Work 3 single crochets, 1 increase, then (6 single crochets, 1 increase) 5 times, finishing with 3 single crochets (48 stitches total)
  • Round 48: Work (7 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (54 stitches total)
  • Round 49: Work 4 single crochets, 1 increase, then (8 single crochets, 1 increase) 5 times, finishing with 4 single crochets (60 stitches total)
  • Rounds 50-59: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (60 stitches total)
  • Round 60: Work (8 single crochets, 1 decrease) 6 times (54 stitches total)
  • Round 61: Work (7 single crochets, 1 decrease) 6 times (48 stitches total)
  • Round 62: Work (6 single crochets, 1 decrease) 6 times (42 stitches total)
  • Round 63: Work (5 single crochets, 1 decrease) 6 times (36 stitches total)

Attach the safety eyes (7 mm) with the white edge between rounds 52-53, with 5 single crochets between them. Ensure you attach the eyes on the front side of the head. Sew the white part of the eye onto the head using a few stitches and weave in the ends.

Continue stuffing the head firmly as you work the final rounds:

  • Round 64: Work (4 single crochets, 1 decrease) 6 times (30 stitches total)
  • Round 65: Work (3 single crochets, 1 decrease) 6 times (24 stitches total)
  • Round 66: Work (2 single crochets, 1 decrease) 6 times (18 stitches total)
  • Round 67: Work (1 single crochet, 1 decrease) 6 times (12 stitches total)
  • Round 68: Work (2 single crochets, 1 decrease) 3 times (9 stitches total)

Fasten off, leaving a tail long enough to gather the remaining stitches. Use a needle to gather all 9 stitches through the front loop and gently tighten the yarn to close the hole neatly.

Making Pong’s Hood

The hood adds character and dimension to your penguin.

Using Light Grey yarn:

  • Round 1: Create 6 single crochets in a magic ring
  • Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12 stitches total)
  • Round 3: Work (1 single crochet, 1 increase) 6 times (18 stitches total)
  • Round 4: Work (2 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (24 stitches total)
  • Round 5: Work (3 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (30 stitches total)
  • Round 6: Work (4 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (36 stitches total)
  • Round 7: Work (5 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (42 stitches total)
  • Round 8: Work (6 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (48 stitches total)
  • Round 9: Work (7 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (54 stitches total)
  • Round 10: Work (8 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (60 stitches total)
  • Rounds 11-19: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (60 stitches total)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing the hood to the head later.

Creating The Nose Bridge

The nose bridge connects the hood to the face, creating Pong’s distinctive look.

Using Light Grey yarn, work in rows with chain 1 to turn at the end of each row:

  • Position the hood with the top pointing toward you. Counting to the left, skip 22 single crochets and attach the yarn.
  • Row 1: Work 5 single crochets, chain 1 and turn
  • Row 2: Skip the first stitch, work 4 single crochets, chain 1 and turn
  • Row 3: Skip the first stitch, work 3 single crochets, chain 1 and turn
  • Rows 4-6: Work 3 single crochets, chain 1 and turn
  • Row 7: Work 3 single crochets, chain 1

Fasten off, leaving a tail long enough for sewing.

Crafting Pong’s Hat

The mint-colored hat with ear flaps gives your penguin a distinctive, playful appearance.

Using Pastel Mint yarn:

  • Round 1: Create 6 single crochets in a magic ring
  • Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12 stitches total)
  • Round 3: Work (1 single crochet, 1 increase) 6 times (18 stitches total)
  • Round 4: Work (2 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (24 stitches total)
  • Round 5: Work (3 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (30 stitches total)
  • Round 6: Work (4 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (36 stitches total)
  • Round 7: Work (5 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (42 stitches total)
  • Round 8: Work (6 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (48 stitches total)
  • Round 9: Work (7 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (54 stitches total)
  • Round 10: Work (8 single crochets, 1 increase) 6 times (60 stitches total)
  • Rounds 11-19: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (60 stitches total)

Next, create the ear flaps, working in rows with chain 1 to turn at the end of each row. Continue with the same yarn.

For the first ear flap:

  • Hold the hat with the top pointing toward you
  • Row 1: Work 10 single crochets, chain 1 and turn
  • Row 2: Work 10 single crochets, chain 1 and turn
  • Row 3: Skip the first single crochet, work 9 single crochets, chain 1 and turn
  • Row 4: Skip the first single crochet, work 8 single crochets, chain 1 and turn
  • Row 5: Skip the first single crochet, work 7 single crochets, chain 1 and turn
  • Row 6: Skip the first single crochet, work 6 single crochets, chain 1 and turn
  • Row 7: Skip the first single crochet, work 5 single crochets, chain 1 and turn
  • Row 8: Skip the first single crochet, work 4 single crochets, chain 1 and turn
  • Row 9: Skip the first single crochet, work 3 single crochets

Fasten off.

For the second ear flap:

  • Hold the hat with the top pointing toward you and count to the left
  • Skip 20 single crochets and attach the yarn
  • Work the first single crochet in the same stitch where you attached the yarn
  • Create an ear flap identical to the first one

After completing the second ear flap, don’t break off the yarn. Create an edge by working single crochets all the way around the hat. Work 2 single crochets in the same stitch at the corners of the ear flaps for a smooth edge.

Make 2 pompoms approximately 3.5 cm in diameter and sew them onto the tips of the ear flaps.

Making The Nose Tip

The bright yellow nose tip gives Pong his characteristic penguin appearance.

Using Sunny Yellow yarn:

  • Round 1: Create 6 single crochets in a magic ring
  • Round 2: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (6 stitches total)
  • Round 3: Work 3 single crochets, 1 slip stitch

Fasten off, leaving a tail long enough for sewing.

Creating The Feet

The sunny yellow feet add a pop of color and stability to your penguin.

Make 2 feet using Sunny Yellow yarn:

  • Round 1: Create 6 single crochets in a magic ring
  • Round 2: Work (1 single crochet, 1 increase) 3 times (9 stitches total)
  • Rounds 3-6: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (9 stitches total)
  • Round 7: Increase in each stitch around (18 stitches total)
  • Rounds 8-12: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (18 stitches total)
  • Round 13: Fold the opening and crochet through all the loops: Work (2 single crochets, 1 slip stitch) 3 times

Fasten off, leaving a tail long enough for sewing. Pull the tail for sewing up to the heel.

Crafting Pong’s Bag

The bag accessory adds character and charm to your finished penguin.

Using Light Brown yarn:

  • Round 1: Chain 15
  • Round 2: Beginning in the second stitch from the hook, work 1 increase, 12 single crochets, 4 single crochets in the next stitch, continue on the opposite side of the chains, 12 single crochets, 2 single crochets in the last stitch (32 stitches total)
  • Rounds 3-12: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (32 stitches total)

Don’t break off the yarn. Now create the front flap/fastening of the bag, working in rows with chain 1 to turn at the end of each row:

  • Row 13: Work 2 single crochets, chain 1 and turn
  • Rows 14-23: Work 15 single crochets, chain 1 and turn (15 stitches per row)
  • Row 24: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (15 stitches total)

Fasten off and weave in the end.

Making The Bag Strap

Using Light Brown yarn:

  • Round 1: Chain 58
  • Round 2: Beginning in the second chain from the hook, work 57 single crochets

Fasten off, leaving a tail long enough for sewing.

Creating The Bag Fastening

Make 2 fastenings using Light Brown yarn:

  • Chain 20 and fasten off, leaving a tail long enough for sewing

Making The Fish

The blue fish add a playful element to Pong’s accessories.

Make 2 fish using Baby Blue yarn:

  • Round 1: Create 3 single crochets in a magic ring
  • Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (6 stitches total)
  • Round 3: Work (1 single crochet, 1 increase) 3 times (9 stitches total)
  • Round 4: Work (2 single crochets, 1 increase) 3 times (12 stitches total)
  • Round 5: Work (3 single crochets, 1 increase) 3 times (15 stitches total)
  • Rounds 6-9: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (15 stitches total)
  • Round 10: Work (3 single crochets, 1 decrease) 3 times (12 stitches total)

Attach the safety eyes (5 mm) between rounds 4-5 with 5 single crochets between them. Stuff the fish lightly as you continue:

  • Rounds 11-12: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (12 stitches total)
  • Round 13: Work (2 single crochets, 1 decrease) 3 times (9 stitches total)
  • Round 14: Work 1 single crochet in each stitch (9 stitches total)
  • Round 15: Work (1 single crochet, 1 decrease) 3 times (6 stitches total)
  • Round 16: Fold the opening and crochet through all the loops: Work (1 increase) 3 times (6 stitches total)

Fasten off.

Assembling The Bag

The finishing touches bring Pong’s accessories to life:

  1. Sew the buttons on the front of the bag
  2. Stuff the bottom of the bag slightly for dimension
  3. Stitch the fish together and place them under the flap
  4. Place the fastenings around the button, sewing them in place
  5. Sew the fish on using Light Brown yarn
  6. Sew the strap onto the back side of the bag, but only at one side
  7. Position the bag on the penguin with the strap at one side, ending under the wing

Final Assembly Of Pong The Penguin

Bringing all the pieces together completes your amigurumi masterpiece:

  1. Place the hood with the nose bridge between the eyes and sew it securely in place
  2. Sew the yellow nose tip right under the nose bridge
  3. Note that the hat can either be left removable or sewn permanently to the head, depending on your preference
  4. Sew the feet on at round 3 with the edge in line with round 3, positioning each foot nearly to the tip of the toes
  5. Embroider eyebrows from rounds 54-55, spanning across 2 single crochets

Displaying Your Finished Pong The Penguin

Your completed Pong the Penguin amigurumi is now ready to be displayed or given as a heartfelt gift. The combination of the penguin’s friendly expression, charming outfit, and cute accessories creates a character that appeals to both children and adults.

Many crafters enjoy creating multiple penguins in different color combinations to build a charming collection. If you share photos of your finished penguin on social media, consider tagging the original pattern creator (@freeamigurumii) on Instagram or Facebook to showcase your creation.

Exploring Additional Amigurumi Projects

Once you’ve mastered Pong the Penguin, you might enjoy exploring other amigurumi patterns like:

  • Adorable amigurumi bears
  • Charming bunny patterns
  • Playful cat designs
  • Sweet doll creations
  • Loyal dog amigurumis

Each pattern builds on similar techniques while introducing new shapes and details that make each character unique and special.

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Conclusion

Creating Pong the Penguin amigurumi offers a delightful crochet journey that results in a charming, huggable friend. The process of watching this penguin take shape—from the first magic ring to the final embroidered eyebrows—provides a sense of accomplishment and joy that only handmade creations can bring.

With this detailed pattern, even beginners can successfully create a professional-looking penguin with personality and charm. The techniques learned while making Pong can be applied to countless other amigurumi projects, expanding your crochet skills and bringing more handmade joy into your life and the lives of those who receive your creations.

Remember that each amigurumi creation is unique—minor variations in tension, stuffing, and embroidery details ensure that your Pong will have its own distinctive character. Don’t hesitate to experiment with color variations or add your own creative touches to make this pattern truly your own.

Happy crocheting, and enjoy your new penguin friend!