Crochet Scared Donut Amigurumi Pattern

Free Crochet Scared Donut Amigurumi Pattern for a Funny Pastel Treat

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Free Crochet Scared Donut Amigurumi Pattern

A shocked little donut that looks like it just spotted a hungry mouth nearby makes a perfect silly desk pal or laugh out loud gift.

This free crochet scared donut amigurumi pattern builds a pastel treat with a round donut body, a wide open mouth, raised uneven eyes, tiny teeth, a soft tongue, small arms with fingers, cheek stitches, and colorful sprinkle details.

If you enjoy collecting goofy characters, there are more Duck Crochet Pattern Ideas Free Amigurumi Patterns worth browsing once this one is done.

After you finish a donut, swap the Main color and the sprinkle shades to make lavender, mint, or pastel blue versions with the exact same nervous face.

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Make This Funny Crochet Donut With A Panicked Face

The pattern covers the donut shaped body, the open center mouth, a dark mouth backing, the tongue, three tiny teeth, two raised eyes, small arms, top dough bumps, embroidered cheeks, and sprinkle details, all in step by step form.

Nothing here is difficult to customize, and the whole design stays fully crochetable from the first round to the last. The joke holds throughout: a sweet treat that looks like it just realized someone might take a bite.

If you want a smaller companion project in the same playful spirit, this free crochet donut keychain pattern pairs well with leftover yarn from the same hook size.

FREE SCARED DONUT AMIGURUMI CROCHET PATTERN

This free scared donut amigurumi crochet pattern is rated Intermediate difficulty. It was last updated on October 8, 2026. The original pattern and photos come from free scared donut amigurumi pattern at PenguinHobbies.com, and the round by round notes below follow that source.

Materials

Everything here is small, so leftovers from other amigurumi projects usually cover it. Sport or DK weight cotton gives the firmest, cleanest stitches.

YarnApproximate amount
Main color (Lavender, Mint/Aqua, or Pastel Blue)25 to 30 g
White8 to 10 g
Black or Dark Brown5 g
Pink5 g
Small contrast colors for sprinkles, optional1 to 2 g each
  • One 8 mm black safety eye
  • One 6 mm black safety eye
  • 2.00 mm or 2.25 mm crochet hook
  • Fiberfill
  • Stitch marker
  • Yarn needle
  • Scissors
  • Pins

Abbreviations

  • MR: magic ring
  • ch: chain
  • sl st: slip stitch
  • sc: single crochet
  • inc: 2 sc in the same st
  • dec: invisible decrease over the next 2 sts
  • st: stitch, sts: stitches
  • Rnd: round, Rnds: rounds
  • FO: fasten off
  • (…) followed by a number: work the bracketed sequence that many times

Notes

This pattern uses US crochet terminology. Work all pieces in continuous rounds unless the instructions say otherwise, and place a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round so the counts stay honest.

The donut body starts at the inner opening, increases outward across the front and outer curve, then decreases back to the same stitch count.

The final edge is sewn to the unused loops of the foundation chain while the body is stuffed, and that seam is what turns a flat circle into a donut.

Work tightly enough that the stuffing never shows, and keep the inner edge slightly less firmly stuffed than the outer curve so the center opening stays clearly defined.

Changing the Main color and the sprinkle colors lets you work the same toy in Lavender, Mint/Aqua, or Pastel Blue without altering a single stitch count.

Donut Body

  1. Use the Main color. Ch 30. Without twisting the chain, sl st in the first ch to form a ring. For Rnd 1, work into the back bump of each foundation ch so the two upper loops stay free for the final inner seam.
  2. Rnd 1: Sc in each ch around. (30)
  3. Rnd 2: (Sc 4, inc) 6 times. (36)
  4. Rnd 3: (Sc 5, inc) 6 times. (42)
  5. Rnd 4: (Sc 6, inc) 6 times. (48)
  6. Rnd 5: (Sc 7, inc) 6 times. (54)
  7. Rnd 6: (Sc 8, inc) 6 times. (60)
  8. Rnd 7: (Sc 9, inc) 6 times. (66)
  9. Rnds 8 to 10: Sc around. (66)
  10. Rnd 11: (Sc 9, dec) 6 times. (60)
  11. Rnd 12: (Sc 8, dec) 6 times. (54)
  12. Rnd 13: (Sc 7, dec) 6 times. (48)
  13. Rnd 14: (Sc 6, dec) 6 times. (42)
  14. Rnd 15: (Sc 5, dec) 6 times. (36)
  15. Rnd 16: (Sc 4, dec) 6 times. (30)

FO, leaving a long tail. Stuff through the inner opening, filling the outer curve more firmly while keeping the inner edge slightly softer.

Match the 30 sts of Rnd 16 to the 30 foundation chain positions and sew them together one to one through the free foundation chain loops, adding small amounts of stuffing as you go. Keep the center opening clearly visible the whole time.

Inner Mouth Backing

  1. Use Black or Dark Brown yarn. Ch 7.
  2. Rnd 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc in the next 5 ch, 3 sc in the last ch. Working along the opposite side of the foundation chain, sc in the next 4 ch, 2 sc in the final ch. (14)
  3. Rnd 2: Inc in the first st, sc in the next 4 sts, inc in each of the next 3 sts, sc in the next 4 sts, inc in each of the last 2 sts. (20)

FO, leaving a long tail. Position the oval behind the center opening and sew it securely to the back of the inner donut edge, keeping the Main color rim visible from the front.

Tongue

  1. Use Pink yarn. Ch 6.
  2. Rnd 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc in the next 4 ch, 3 sc in the last ch. Working along the opposite side of the foundation chain, sc in the next 3 ch, 2 sc in the final ch. (12)
  3. Rnd 2: Inc in the first st, sc in the next 3 sts, inc in each of the next 3 sts, sc in the next 3 sts, inc in each of the last 2 sts. (18)
  4. Rnd 3: Sc around. (18)
  5. Rnd 4: (Sc 1, dec) 6 times. (12)

Add a small amount of stuffing, then flatten the opening slightly. FO, leaving a long tail. Sew the narrow base to the lower inside edge of the mouth, leaving most of the tongue projecting forward so it reads as a real tongue from across the room.

Tiny Teeth

Make 3 with White yarn.

  1. Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR. (4)
  2. Rnd 2: Sc around. (4)

FO, leaving a long tail. Do not stuff the teeth. Leave the tails long enough to sew them into place later.

Large Eye

Make 1 with White yarn.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: Inc 6 times. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: (Sc 1, inc) 6 times. (18)
  4. Rnd 4: Sc around. (18)
  5. Insert the 8 mm safety eye slightly off center.
  6. Rnd 5: (Sc 1, dec) 6 times. (12)

Stuff lightly. FO, leaving a long tail, and leave the base open for sewing.

Small Eye

Make 1 with White yarn.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
  2. Rnd 2: Inc 6 times. (12)
  3. Rnd 3: Sc around. (12)
  4. Insert the 6 mm safety eye slightly off center.
  5. Rnd 4: (Sc 1, dec) 4 times. (8)

Stuff lightly. FO, leaving a long tail, and leave the base open for sewing. The mismatched sizes are what create the startled expression.

Arms and Fingers

Make 2 with the Main color.

  1. Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR. (5)
  2. Rnds 2 to 10: Sc around. (5)
  3. Do not stuff the arms.
  4. Finger 1: Ch 4, starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sl st in the next 3 ch, then sl st in the next arm st.
  5. Finger 2: Ch 4, starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sl st in the next 3 ch, then sl st in the next arm st.
  6. Finger 3: Ch 4, starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sl st in the next 3 ch, then sl st in the next arm st.

FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. The three little fingers give the arms their reaching, slightly panicked gesture.

Top Curls

Use the Main color for both curls.

  • Larger curl: Ch 15. Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, work 2 sc in each ch across. (28) FO, leaving a long tail.
  • Smaller curl: Ch 12. Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, work 2 sc in each ch across. (22) FO, leaving a long tail.

Allow both strips to curl naturally. Do not press or block them flat, since the loose spiral is what mimics a swirl of dough on top of the donut.

Cheek Stitches

Use Pink yarn or embroidery thread. Make 2 to 3 short straight stitches on each side of the mouth, angled slightly outward. Keep them light, since the cheeks are a blush detail and not a feature that should compete with the eyes.

Sprinkle Details

Use small amounts of contrast yarn such as Pink, Purple, Mint, White, or Dark Pink.

Crochet Scared Donut Amigurumi Pattern, Sprinkle Details

Embroider 6 to 10 short straight sprinkle stitches across the visible front of the donut, varying their direction and spacing while keeping the eyes and mouth clear. Changing the angle of each stitch is what makes the sprinkles look scattered instead of printed.

Assembly

  1. Finish stuffing the Donut Body and sew the 30 sts of Rnd 16 to the 30 free foundation chain positions around the inner opening.
  2. Sew the Inner Mouth Backing behind the center opening.
  3. Sew the tongue to the lower inside edge of the mouth.
  4. Sew the three teeth close together along the upper inside edge of the mouth, keeping them slightly uneven.
  5. Sew the Large Eye above the mouth and slightly higher than the Small Eye. Position the Small Eye beside it and slightly lower.
  6. Sew one arm to each side of the donut, angling the arms slightly upward and keeping the fingers free.
  7. Sew the two Top Curls close together at the top, slightly offset from center and angled outward.
  8. Add the cheek stitches and embroidered sprinkles.
  9. Weave in all remaining ends securely and shape the piece gently.

Pin the eyes and teeth before you commit to sewing. A few millimeters of movement changes the whole expression, and the pattern is designed so the two eyes sit at different heights on purpose.

Copyright & Credits

The crochet pattern and all accompanying photos belong to PenguinHobbies.com. The written instructions and photos may not be copied, redistributed, translated, republished, or used for commercial purposes without permission. Finished items made from this pattern may be sold in small quantities if credit is given to PenguinHobbies.com.

FAQs

How do I crochet a scared donut amigurumi?

Start by crocheting the donut body as a ring using a foundation chain of 30, then work increases and decreases in single crochet. Create an open mouth with a black inner backing, a pink tongue, three tiny white teeth, and two uneven safety eyes to achieve the scared expression. Assemble all parts with a yarn needle, adding embroidered cheek stitches and colorful sprinkle details.

What materials do I need for a crochet scared donut pattern?

You will need sport or DK weight cotton yarn in a main color like lavender, mint, or pastel blue, plus small amounts of white, black, pink, and sprinkle colors. The pattern also requires one 8 mm and one 6 mm safety eye, a 2.00 or 2.25 mm crochet hook, fiberfill stuffing, a stitch marker, yarn needle, scissors, and pins.

How do I make the panicked face on the crochet donut?

Sew the large eye above the mouth and slightly higher than the small eye to create an uneven, startled look. Attach three tiny white teeth along the upper inside edge of the mouth, keeping them slightly uneven, and sew the pink tongue to the lower edge so it projects forward. Finish with pink cheek stitches angled outward on each side.

Is this scared donut amigurumi pattern suitable for beginners?

The pattern is rated intermediate due to the open-mouth construction and assembly details, but a confident beginner comfortable with the magic ring, increases, and decreases can complete it. Using a stitch marker and reading through all instructions before starting will help manage the trickier parts like sewing the inner mouth backing.

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    Free Crochet Scared Donut Amigurumi Pattern A shocked little donut that looks like it just spotted a hungry mouth nearby makes a perfect silly desk pal or laugh out loud gift. This free crochet scared donut amigurumi pattern builds a pastel treat with a round donut body, a wide open mouth, raised uneven eyes, tiny teeth, a soft tongue, small arms with fingers, cheek stitches, and colorful sprinkle details.

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    Materials
    25–30 g Sport or DK weight cotton yarn – Main color (Lavender, Mint/Aqua, or Pastel Blue)
    8–10 g White yarn
    5 g Black or Dark Brown yarn
    5 g Pink yarn
    1–2 g small contrast colors for sprinkles
    1 8 mm black safety eye
    1 6 mm black safety eye
    1 2.00 mm or 2.25 mm crochet hook
    Fiberfill
    Stitch marker
    Yarn needle
    Scissors
    Pins

    Instructions

    Donut Body
    1-Use Main color: Use Main color. Ch 30. Without twisting the chain, sl st in the first ch to form a ring. For Rnd 1, work into the back bump of each foundation ch, leaving the two upper loops free for the final inner seam.
    2-Rnd 1: Rnd 1: Sc in each ch around. (30)
    3-Rnd 2: Rnd 2: (Sc 4, inc) ×6. (36)
    4-Rnd 3: Rnd 3: (Sc 5, inc) ×6. (42)
    5-Rnd 4: Rnd 4: (Sc 6, inc) ×6. (48)
    6-Rnd 5: Rnd 5: (Sc 7, inc) ×6. (54)
    7-Rnd 6: Rnd 6: (Sc 8, inc) ×6. (60)
    8-Rnd 7: Rnd 7: (Sc 9, inc) ×6. (66)
    9-Rnds 8-10: Rnds 8-10: Sc around. (66)
    10-Rnd 11: Rnd 11: (Sc 9, dec) ×6. (60)
    11-Rnd 12: Rnd 12: (Sc 8, dec) ×6. (54)
    12-Rnd 13: Rnd 13: (Sc 7, dec) ×6. (48)
    13-Rnd 14: Rnd 14: (Sc 6, dec) ×6. (42)
    14-Rnd 15: Rnd 15: (Sc 5, dec) ×6. (36)
    15-Rnd 16: Rnd 16: (Sc 4, dec) ×6. (30). FO, leaving a long tail. Stuff through the inner opening, filling the outer curve more firmly and keeping the inner edge slightly softer. Match the 30 sts of Rnd 16 to the 30 foundation-chain positions. Sew them together one-to-one through the free foundation-chain loops, adding small amounts of stuffing as needed. Keep the center opening clearly visible.

    Inner Mouth Backing
    16-Use Black or Dark Brown yarn: Use Black or Dark Brown yarn. Ch 7.
    17-Rnd 1: Rnd 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc in the next 5 ch, 3 sc in the last ch; working along the opposite side of the foundation chain, sc in the next 4 ch, 2 sc in the final ch. (14)
    18-Rnd 2: Rnd 2: Inc in the first st, sc in the next 4 sts, inc in each of the next 3 sts, sc in the next 4 sts, inc in each of the last 2 sts. (20). FO, leaving a long tail. Position the oval behind the center opening and sew it securely to the back of the inner donut edge, keeping the Main-color rim visible from the front.

    Tongue
    19-Use Pink yarn: Use Pink yarn. Ch 6.
    20-Rnd 1: Rnd 1: Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc in the next 4 ch, 3 sc in the last ch; working along the opposite side of the foundation chain, sc in the next 3 ch, 2 sc in the final ch. (12)
    21-Rnd 2: Rnd 2: Inc in the first st, sc in the next 3 sts, inc in each of the next 3 sts, sc in the next 3 sts, inc in each of the last 2 sts. (18)
    22-Rnd 3: Rnd 3: Sc around. (18)
    23-Rnd 4: Rnd 4: (Sc 1, dec) ×6. (12). Add a small amount of stuffing. Flatten the opening slightly. FO, leaving a long tail. Sew the narrow base to the lower inside edge of the mouth, leaving most of the tongue projecting forward.

    Tiny Teeth
    24-Make 3 with White yarn: Make 3 with White yarn.
    25-Rnd 1: Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR. (4)
    26-Rnd 2: Rnd 2: Sc around. (4). FO, leaving a long tail. Do not stuff.

    Large Eye
    27-Make 1 with White yarn: Make 1 with White yarn.
    28-Rnd 1: Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
    29-Rnd 2: Rnd 2: Inc ×6. (12)
    30-Rnd 3: Rnd 3: (Sc 1, inc) ×6. (18)
    31-Rnd 4: Rnd 4: Sc around. (18). Insert the 8 mm safety eye slightly off-center.
    32-Rnd 5: Rnd 5: (Sc 1, dec) ×6. (12). Stuff lightly. FO, leaving a long tail. Leave the base open for sewing.

    Small Eye
    33-Make 1 with White yarn: Make 1 with White yarn.
    34-Rnd 1: Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
    35-Rnd 2: Rnd 2: Inc ×6. (12)
    36-Rnd 3: Rnd 3: Sc around. (12). Insert the 6 mm safety eye slightly off-center.
    37-Rnd 4: Rnd 4: (Sc 1, dec) ×4. (8). Stuff lightly. FO, leaving a long tail. Leave the base open for sewing.

    Arms and Fingers
    38-Make 2 with Main color: Make 2 with Main color.
    39-Rnd 1: Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR. (5)
    40-Rnds 2-10: Rnds 2-10: Sc around. (5). Do not stuff.
    41-Finger 1: Finger 1: Ch 4, starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sl st in the next 3 ch, sl st in the next arm st.
    42-Finger 2: Finger 2: Ch 4, starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sl st in the next 3 ch, sl st in the next arm st.
    43-Finger 3: Finger 3: Ch 4, starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sl st in the next 3 ch, sl st in the next arm st. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

    Top Curls
    44-Use Main color: Use Main color.
    45-Larger curl: Larger curl: Ch 15. Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, work 2 sc in each ch across. (28). FO, leaving a long tail.
    46-Smaller curl: Smaller curl: Ch 12. Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, work 2 sc in each ch across. (22). FO, leaving a long tail. Allow both strips to curl naturally.

    Cheek Stitches
    47-Use Pink yarn or embroidery thread: Use Pink yarn or embroidery thread. Make 2-3 short straight stitches on each side of the mouth, angled slightly outward.

    Sprinkle Details
    48-Use small amounts of contrast yarn such: Use small amounts of contrast yarn such as Pink, Purple, Mint, White, or Dark Pink. Embroider 6-10 short straight sprinkle stitches across the visible front of the donut, varying their direction and spacing while keeping the eyes and mouth clear.

    Assembly
    49-Finish stuffing the Donut Body and sew: Finish stuffing the Donut Body and sew the 30 sts of Rnd 16 to the 30 free foundation-chain positions around the inner opening.
    50-Sew the Inner Mouth Backing behind the: Sew the Inner Mouth Backing behind the center opening.
    51-Sew the tongue to the lower inside: Sew the tongue to the lower inside edge of the mouth.
    52-Sew the three teeth close together along: Sew the three teeth close together along the upper inside edge of the mouth, keeping them slightly uneven.
    53-Sew the Large Eye above the mouth: Sew the Large Eye above the mouth and slightly higher than the Small Eye. Position the Small Eye beside it and slightly lower.
    54-Sew one arm to each side of: Sew one arm to each side of the donut, angling the arms slightly upward and keeping the fingers free.
    55-Sew the two Top Curls close together: Sew the two Top Curls close together at the top, slightly offset from center and angled outward.
    56-Add the cheek stitches and embroidered sprinkles: Add the cheek stitches and embroidered sprinkles.
    57-Weave in all remaining ends securely and: Weave in all remaining ends securely and shape the piece gently.

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