This amigurumi kiss pattern is a different take on a Valentine’s Day classic — a sweet, squeezable crochet lip plushy that looks like an animated kiss! Worked in two halves (upper lip + lower lip), sewn together, and stuffed with poly-fil, this little kiss makes the perfect personalized Valentine when you attach a name tag. Don’t be intimidated by the “amigurumi” label — that’s just the Japanese term for the art of crocheting small stuffed yarn creatures. You absolutely can do this!

The finished amigurumi kiss pattern measures about 4 x 2 inches — small enough to be a charming keepsake gift, large enough to be a satisfying little squeeze toy. Work it up in classic Valentine red, pink, or any color you love.

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Why You’ll Love This Amigurumi Kiss Pattern

This little kiss is the ultimate handmade Valentine gift:

✔ Quick weekend project — about 3-4 hours total
✔ Adorable amigurumi kiss pattern in a charming 4×2″ finished size
✔ Beginner-friendly stitches (sc, increases, decreases)
✔ Customize in any color combination — red, pink, coral, gold
✔ Perfect personalized keepsake when you add a name tag
✔ Uses small amounts of yarn — great for stash-busting
✔ Makes a sweet handmade Valentine alternative to candy
✔ Use as embellishment, garland, gift topper, or pocket plushy

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Pattern Details

The amigurumi kiss pattern is worked in two pieces — an upper lip and a lower lip — that are stuffed and seamed together. Each piece starts with a magic ring and is worked in continuous rounds.

Skill Level

Beginner. Requires magic ring, single crochet, increases, decreases, and seaming.

Finished Size

Approximately 4 inches wide x 2 inches tall.

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Materials You’ll Need

• Worsted weight yarn in your color of choice — I used Patons Grace Yarn in Lotus, Viola, and Cardinal for the photographed kisses
• 4mm crochet hook from this complete hook set (finished size approximately 4×2 inches)
• Yarn needle for seaming the upper and lower lip together
• Poly-Fil stuffing
• Scissors

Patons Grace is a beautiful mercerized cotton yarn — soft, slightly sheeny, and perfect for amigurumi work. Play around with different yarn sizes and textures to see how the amigurumi kiss pattern translates — the basic shape works in any worsted weight yarn.

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Abbreviations (US Terms)

• sc — single crochet
• inc — increase (2 sc in same stitch)
• dec — decrease (sc 2 together)
• rnd — round
• st(s) — stitch(es)

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The Amigurumi Kiss Pattern

Upper Lip

Start with a magic ring.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring. (6 sts)

Rnds 2-3: Sc in each st around. (6 sts each round)

Rnd 4: *Sc, inc* repeat from * around. (9 sts)

Rnd 5: *2 sc, inc* repeat from * around. (12 sts)

Rnd 6: *Sc, inc* repeat from * around. (18 sts)

Rnd 7: Sc in each st around. (18 sts)

Rnd 8: *Sc, dec* repeat from * around. (12 sts)

Rnd 9: Sc in each st around. (12 sts)

Rnd 10: *Sc, dec* repeat from * around. (8 sts)

Rnd 11: *Sc, inc* repeat from * around. (12 sts)

Rnd 12: Sc in each st around. (12 sts)

Rnd 13: *Sc, inc* repeat from * around. (18 sts)

Rnd 14: Sc in each st around. (18 sts)

Rnd 15: *Sc, dec* repeat from * around. (12 sts)

Now is a good time to start stuffing with poly-fil to puff up the upper lip.

Rnd 16: *2 sc, dec* repeat from * around. (9 sts)

Rnd 17: *Sc, dec* repeat from * around. (6 sts)

Rnds 18-19: Sc in each st around. (6 sts each round)

Weave in and fasten off. Top up with poly-fil if needed before sealing.

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Lower Lip

Start with a magic ring.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring. (6 sts)

Rnds 2-3: Sc in each st around. (6 sts each round)

Rnd 4: *Sc, inc* repeat from * around. (9 sts)

Rnd 5: Sc in each st around. (9 sts)

Rnd 6: *2 sc, inc* repeat from * around. (12 sts)

Rnds 7-8: Sc in each st around. (12 sts each round)

Rnd 9: *Sc, inc* repeat from * around. (18 sts)

Rnds 10-11: Sc in each st around. (18 sts each round)

Rnd 12: *Sc, dec* repeat from * around. (12 sts)

Rnds 13-14: Sc in each st around. (12 sts each round)

Rnd 15: *2 sc, dec* repeat from * around. (9 sts)

Rnd 16: Sc in each st around. (9 sts)

Now is a good time to start stuffing with poly-fil to puff up the lower lip.

Rnd 17: *Sc, dec* repeat from * around. (6 sts)

Rnds 18-19: Sc in each st around. (6 sts each round)

Weave in and fasten off.

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Assembly

Once both lips are complete and stuffed, sew the two pieces together with the yarn needle:

• Position the upper lip on top of the lower lip with the wider parts of each aligned (creating that classic kiss/lip shape).
• Whip-stitch the two pieces together along the flat bottom edges where they meet.
• Add more poly-fil through any gaps as you sew if either lip needs more puff.
• Weave in all ends to finish.

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Tips for the Perfect Amigurumi Kiss

A few extra tricks to nail this amigurumi kiss pattern every time:

• Use a stitch marker: continuous rounds are easy to lose track of. Drop a marker in the first stitch of each round to keep your count.
• Keep stitches tight: tight stitches prevent stuffing from showing through. Loose stitches make for floppy poly-fil-leaking kisses.
• Stuff firmly: a well-stuffed kiss holds its shape much better than an under-stuffed one. Don’t be shy with the poly-fil.
• Match upper and lower colors: classic kisses are one color, but contrasting upper/lower lip colors look fun too (e.g., pink upper + red lower).
• Add a name tag: use a tiny piece of cardstock or fabric with a Sharpie to personalize each kiss for gifting.
• Try different sizes: bump up to a 5.5mm or 6mm hook with the same pattern for a larger kiss; use a 3mm hook for a tiny one.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this amigurumi kiss pattern take? Plan for about 3-4 hours total — 1.5-2 hours per lip plus assembly time.

Is amigurumi hard for beginners? Not at all! This pattern only requires magic ring, single crochet, increases, and decreases. If you can crochet a circle, you can do this.

Can I use a different yarn? Yes — any worsted weight yarn works. Cotton (like Patons Grace) gives a nice defined stitch; acrylic is softer and squishier.

What colors look best? Classic red is the obvious choice, but pink, coral, gold, or even chocolate brown for “kiss” candy poppy colors all look fantastic.

How do I attach a name tag? Punch a small hole in the corner of a cardstock tag, write the recipient’s name with a fine marker, and use a length of yarn to tie it to one of the lip ends.

Can these be used as cat toys? Add a small jingle bell or catnip inside the stuffing for a fun pet toy version!

Can I sell finished kisses? Yes — small batch sales are allowed for personal income. Please credit SeeLoveShare as the designer.

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More Valentine’s Crochet Patterns You’ll Love

If you enjoyed this amigurumi kiss pattern, you’ll love these related Valentine’s and amigurumi patterns:

• Crochet Heart Pillow Pattern — Free Valentine’s Plushy
• Crochet Eyeball Pattern — Halloween Amigurumi
• Puff Stitch Crochet Flower
• Crochet Pumpkin Trio — Free Fall Pattern

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