If you love small, quirky amigurumi projects, this mini Deadpool amigurumi is about to become one of your favorite makes. He’s bold, tiny, expressive, and packed with personality—just like the real character, but way more adorable (and safely yarn-powered).
This little anti-hero is perfect for gifting to Marvel fans, adding to your geeky collection, or simply enjoying a quick, satisfying crochet project. The pattern is written in US crochet terms, beginner-friendly, and keeps everything simple while still capturing Deadpool’s iconic look.
Let’s dive in, have fun, and bring this tiny hero to life stitch by stitch!
🧶 What You’ll Need
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Red yarn
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Black yarn
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Brown yarn (for the belt strap)
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Felt, foam (EVA), or black craft foam
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Safety eyes
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White acrylic paint or white nail polish
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Transparent varnish or clear nail polish
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2.5 mm crochet hook
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Yarn needle
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Scissors
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Stuffing
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Hot glue gun
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Small piece of wire (for swords)
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Stitch marker
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Row counter
🔥 Mini Deadpool Amigurumi Pattern
ARMS (Make 2)
Color: Red & Black
Round 1 – Magic ring, 6 sc (6)
Round 2 – 6 sc (6)
Round 3 (Black) – 6 sc (switch to black)** (6)
Switch back to red before completing last stitch.
Round 4 (Red) – 6 sc (6)
Cut black yarn, hide ends inside arm.
Flatten the arm and close with 2 sc across the top.
Ch 1, fasten off leaving 1–2 cm tail. Set aside for assembly.
LEGS (Make 2)
Color: Red & Black
Round 1 – Magic ring, 8 sc (8)
Round 2 – Work in back loop only: 8 sc (8)
Round 3 – 2 sc, dec, dec, 2 sc → (6)
Before ending the round, switch to black (don’t cut red).
Round 4 (Black) – 6 sc (6)
Switch back to red.
Round 5 (Red) – 6 sc (6)
FIRST LEG: Fasten off.
SECOND LEG: Do not fasten off.
BODY – Round 6 (Joining the legs)
On the second leg:
Make 2 sc, then ch 1.
Insert hook into the second-to-last stitch of the first leg and work:
sc in this stitch (1st of round 6)
sc in next stitch (2nd)
Switch to black
3 sc in black
Switch to red
2 sc on the second leg (finishing its 6 stitches)
1 sc in the chain space
1 sc in the other leg
Switch to black
3 sc in black
Switch back to red
Last stitch goes into the chain space
You should have 14 stitches total.
Round 7
Repeat the same color layout as Round 6:
2 sc red
3 sc black
3 sc red
3 sc black
3 sc red
Total: 14
Cut black yarn. Continue with red only.
Round 8
14 sc in red (14)
Round 9
5 sc, dec, 5 sc, dec → (12)
Add a small amount of stuffing to the body (legs remain unstuffed).
Round 10
(1 sc, dec) × 4 → (8)
Round 11 – Attach the arms
1 sc on the body
Position first arm with color change facing the body.
Work 2 sc through arm + body
2 sc on the body
Attach second arm with 2 sc through arm + body
1 sc on body
You still have 8 stitches total, now with arms attached.
Tuck in any arm yarn tails inside the body.
HEAD
Round 12 – 8 sc (8)
Round 13 – 8 inc → (16)
Round 14 – (1 sc, inc) × 8 → (24)
Round 15 – (3 sc, inc) × 6 → (30)
Rounds 16–21 – 30 sc for 6 rounds
Round 22 – (3 sc, dec) × 6 → (24)
Round 23 – (2 sc, dec) × 6 → (18)
Stuff head fully and evenly.
Round 24 – (1 sc, dec) × 6 → (12)
Round 25 – 6 dec → (6)
Fasten off and close.
SHOULDER PADS (Make 2)
Black
Magic ring, 6 sc, close and fasten off.
Glue one pad to each shoulder.
BELT STRAP
With brown yarn:
Ch 15
Measure around body (should meet at front with small gap).
Turn, 14 sc across → (13)
Glue ends behind the body.
Wrap around front (not covering black details).
Glue in place.
EYES
Cut two black felt ovals:
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0.5 cm wide
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1.5 cm tall
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Bottom curved slightly sharper
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Top flatter (egg shape)
Glue both to the head with ~0.5 cm spacing.
White centers:
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Painted safety eyes
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White foam
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White felt
Paint safety eyes:
Clip stem → file back → paint white → varnish → glue onto black base.
BACK SWORDS
Cut two 3 cm wires.
Wrap tips with glue + black yarn.
Trim, secure, and make two mini swords.
Glue in an X shape onto the back.
Remove glue strings.
💡 Pattern Notes
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This mini Deadpool amigurumi looks best with firm stuffing only in the head and a little in the body.
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Hot glue works great for tiny details, but use sparingly to avoid clumps.
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If gifting to kids, replace metal wires with yarn for safety.
🎉 Tips & Variations
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Want a chibi version? Use thicker yarn and a 3.5 mm hook for a soft, squishy Deadpool.
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Add a tiny keychain ring to turn him into a backpack charm.
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Try metallic yarn to make shiny sword handles.
🧷 Assembly & Finishing Touches
Attach the belt, add the felt eyes, glue on the shoulder pads, and place the crossed swords on the back. Shape the head gently and adjust eyes until they look expressive and balanced.
And just like that, your tiny hero is ready for action!
❓ FAQ (Schema Style)
Q: Is this mini Deadpool amigurumi beginner-friendly?
Yes! The small details require patience, but the stitches are simple.
Q: What size is the finished doll?
About 7–8 cm depending on your yarn and tension.
Q: Can I sell the finished amigurumi?
Absolutely — just don’t sell or redistribute the pattern.
Q: Can I use felt instead of foam for the eyes?
Yes, felt works perfectly.
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