Crochet an easy NO SEW Jelly Bean Lobster amigurumi. Make a playful plush with this crochet lobster pattern — perfect for pretend food play, ocean‑themed décor, or handmade gifts. This no‑sew lobster amigurumi is worked in one continuous piece, with the claws and feelers shaped as you go, so there are no extra parts to sew on later. Slightly more detailed than the other Jelly Bean sea creatures, it’s still quick to finish and works up to around 3.5 inches long. A full step‑by‑step video tutorial is included, so you can crochet along confidently — even slow it down if you’re new to amigurumi and feeling adventurous.
Playful Pretend Food with Your Crochet Lobster Pattern
Lobsters might be a favourite meal in many restaurants, but this mini crochet version is perfect for play. Its small size and soft claws make it a fun addition to kids’ play kitchens, or market‑themed toy sets. Pair it with crocheted veggies, fruits, or other “catch of the day” sea creatures for a pretend seafood basket. 🦞
Because this is a no‑sew lobster amigurumi, it’s safe and durable for imaginative play — no loose parts, just soft stitches. You can even use different yarn colours to mimic real lobster shells or create bright rainbow versions for extra fun. Handmade pretend food encourages creativity, and it’s a great way to teach little ones about ocean life while keeping playtime mess‑free.
The Jelly Bean Lobster amigurumi is shown using a combination of Hobbii Honey Bunny, Toucan and Baby Snuggle Yarns (similar to Premier Parfait Chunky), (light super bulky (6)).
Feel free to experiment with your favourite Amigurumi yarns as well! Check out this amigurumi post for some guidelines on how.
This crochet lobster pattern also includes a Full Video Tutorial!
Part of the Jelly Bean Sea Animal 2 Collection
The full set of Jelly Bean Sea Creatures — including jellyfish, starfish, whale, dolphin, lobster, shark, and stingray — is available now in the 7‑pattern bundle:
Different Names for Your Crochet Lobster Pattern Around the World
Depending on where you live, your crochet lobster might be called something completely different. People often use local names for crustaceans, and including these terms can help you find patterns (and share your makes) with a wider audience. Here are a few you might see:
- Crayfish – Often used in the southern United States, for smaller freshwater cousins of the lobster. Also used interchangeably with Lobster in Australia.
- Crawfish – Another common spelling for crayfish, especially in Cajun and Creole cooking regions.
- Crawdads – A nickname used in parts of the U.S.
- Langouste / Langoustine or Spiny Lobster – Common in Europe and the Caribbean for clawless lobsters.
- Lagosta / Langosta – The Portuguese and Spanish names used across South America and parts of Africa.
- Rock Lobster – Found in South Africa, Australia and New Zealand; these have spiny shells and no claws.
- Yabbies – Used in Australia for smaller freshwater crayfish found in rivers and farm dams.
While some of these creatures differ slightly from our Canadian Atlantic Lobsters, this no‑sew lobster amigurumi isn’t too detailed. It can easily stand in for all kinds of lobsters and crayfish around the world! Especially in pretend play or ocean‑themed toy sets.
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What you will need to make your No-Sew Jelly Bean Lobster Crochet Pattern
[A detailed, step-by-step pattern with both written instructions and easy to follow video tutorial]
Materials:
Hook size 5.0 mm (H)
Main Colour – 15 yards (shown in Honey Bunny Tomato)
Optional Accent Colours – small amount of White (medium worsted weight)
- Polyester filling – small amount
- 2 – 10mm black safety eyes (not suitable for children under 3): See video for embroidering eyes as an alternative.
- Stitch Markers or Safety pins to help with sewing placement
- Yarn needle to weave in the ends
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Gauge:
4 Rounds of Gauge Pattern = 2.0 inch diameter
Gauge Pattern:
Create a Magic Ring
Round 1: 6sc in the ring (6)
Round 2: *2sc* 6 times (12)
Round 3: *sc, 2sc* 6 times (18)
Round 4: *sc in the next 2 sts, 2sc* 6 times (24)
Abbreviations:
| BLO | back loop only |
| ch | chain |
| dc | double crochet |
| dcdec | double crochet decrease |
| FLO | front loop only |
| sc | single crochet |
| scdec | single crochet decrease |
| sk | skip |
| ss | slip stitch |
| st(s) | stitch(es) |
| trc | triple (treble) crochet |
| *to* | repeat the sequence between the ** the number of times indicated |
| YO | Yarn Over |
Special Stitches & Techniques:
Magic ring
Adding Feelers
Lining Up the Tail
Adding Eye Highlights
Embroider Eyes
Notes:
- #sc, eg. (2sc, 3sc, etc) shows the number of scs to be completed in the indicated st
- Sts listed between brackets are all worked in the same st, eg. (hdc, dc)
- I highly recommend using a stitch marker to help keep track of the rounds for the body/head
Start your No-Sew Crochet Lobster Pattern:
Lobster Amigurumi Feelers (make 2):
The feelers are made in 1 row.
Using Main Colour, leave a 6 inch tail, ch 9
Row 1: ss in 2nd ch from hook, ss in the next 7 chs (8)
End off, leaving a 6 inch tail.
Head/Body:
The head and body are worked in one piece from front to back in continuous rounds.
Using Main Colour, create a Magic Ring
Round 1: 6sc in the ring (6)
Round 2: *sc, 2sc* 3 times (9)
Round 3: *sc in the next 2 sts, 2sc* 3 times (12)
Round 4: *sc in the next 3 sts, 2sc* 3 times (15)
Round 5: sc in each st (15)
Note: In Round 6, FLO refers to the next stitch only in Round 5, all instructions within brackets ( ) are to be worked in the same front loop.
Round 6:
| FLO (ss, ch10, sc in the 2nd ch from hook, dcdec, sc, ch4, sc in the 2nd ch from hook, 2dc, sc, sc to main chain, ss in the next 4 chs, ss), sc in the next 4 sts, FLO (ss, ch10, sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, dcdec, sc, ch4, sc in the 2nd ch from hook, 2dc, sc, sc to main chain, ss in the next 4 chs, ss), sc in the last 9 sts (13 + 2 BLO sts) | |
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| Note: BLO mentioned in Round 7 are the BLO from Round 5 (left open from crocheting FLO in Round 6) Round 7: sc in the BLO, sc in the next 4 sts, sc in the BLO, sc in the next 9 sts (15) Adding Eyes: If using safety eyes, place on Round 4 of the head 4 sts apart. | |
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| Adding Feelers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3YFMjswaAw&t=1266s Place the animal down on a hard surface with the opening facing away from you and the arms facing down (evenly spaced) on the surface. Find the 7 centre sts showing on Round 5. Place 2 sts markers on Round 2 of the Head/Body approx 4 sts apart. Pull the tails of each feeler through each side of each marked st. Tie in place. | |
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Note: In Rounds 8, 10 and 12, FLO refers to the next stitch only, and all instructions within brackets ( ) are to be worked in the same front loop.
Round 8: (Creating the first set of legs)
| Lining up the legs. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3YFMjswaAw&t=1484s Place the animal down on a hard surface with the arm face ‘up’ and the head facing you. Locate the 2 centre front sts and mark them with a stitch marker (the back legs will be placed on either side of these sts). Locate the far right marked st. Count over 2 sts to the right of it (if this is not the next unworked st then crochet over to this st, these extra sts will not count as the beginning of this round). (If left handed you will locate the left st and count 2 sts to the left). Sc, FLO (ss, ch4, ss in 2nd ch from hook, ss in next 2 chs, ss), sc in the next 2 sts, FLO (ss, ch4, ss in the 2nd ch from the hook, ss in the next 2 chs, ss), sc in the next 10 sts (15) | |
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Round 9: sc, sc in BLO, sc in the next 2 sts, sc in BLO, sc in the next 10 sts (15)
Round 10: Repeat Round 8 (creating the 2nd set of legs)
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Round 11: sc, sc in BLO, scdec, sc in BLO, sc in next 2 sts, scdec, sc in next 3 sts, scdec, sc (12)
Round 12: (Creating the 3rd set of legs)
| Lining up the legs. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3YFMjswaAw&t=1484s Place the animal down on a hard surface with the arm face ‘up’ and the head facing you. Locate the 2 centre front sts and mark them with a stitch marker (the back legs will be placed on either side of these sts). Locate the far right marked st. Count over 2 sts to the right of it (if this is not the next unworked st then crochet over to this st, these extra sts will not count as the beginning of this round). (If left handed you will locate the left st and count 2 sts to the left). Sc, FLO (ss, ch4, ss in 2nd ch from hook, ss in next 2 chs, ss), sc in the next 2 sts, FLO (ss, ch4, ss in the 2nd ch from the hook, ss in the next 2 chs, ss), sc in the next 7 sts (12) | |
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Round 13: sc, sc in BLO, scdec, sc in BLO, sc, scdec, sc in the next 2 sts, scdec (9)
Round 14: sc in each st (9)
Finish stuffing
Round 15: *sc, scdec* 3 times (6)
Row 16: (crocheting the tail):
| Lining up the tail. Place the animal down on a hard surface with the legs down and the head facing you. Locate and mark the stitch furthest to the right (if this is not the next unworked st then crochet over to this st, these extra sts will not count as the beginning of this round). (If left handed you will locate the stitch furthest to the left). Flatten and work both sides together beginning with the marked st (and last sc worked). (ss, ch3, 4trc, ch3), ss, (ch3, 4trc, ch3, ss) End off, weave in the end. |  |
Sewing Placement –
| Eye Details: Follow video for optional eye detail. Video |  |
Congratulations!
You have now completed your No Sew Jelly Bean Lobster Crochet Pattern.
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I hope you enjoyed making your Jelly Bean Lobster! Real lobsters aren’t always red — they can be blue, orange, or even half‑and‑half in the wild, which makes this crochet lobster pattern perfect for experimenting with yarn colours. Try bright rainbow shades for pretend play, natural tones for ocean‑themed décor, or even make them in different sizes to create a more realistic lobster family. However you customize yours, it’s a fun way to make each plush unique.
Find a free pattern for each Jelly Bean Sea Creature I’ve designed so far!
- Jellyfish
- Starfish
- Whale
- Dolphin
- Lobster
- Shark
- Stingray
- Sea Turtle
- Octopus
- Seahorse
- Squid
- Angelfish
- Goldfish
- Crab
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