Free Crochet Frog Doorstop Pattern – Easy Amigurumi Frog Decor
This free crochet frog doorstop pattern is a fun and practical amigurumi project that works as both cute home decor and a weighted door stopper.
The frog can be stuffed traditionally as a soft toy, or filled with a sealed sandbag or rice pouch to create a sturdy crochet doorstop for bedrooms, nurseries, offices, or craft rooms.
Table of Contents
- Frog Crochet Doorstop Pattern Summary
- Why You’ll Love This Crochet Frog Doorstop
- Materials Needed to Croche tthe Frog Doorstop
- Crochet Abbreviations (US terms )
- Special Stitch
- Pattern Notes
- Free Crochet Frog Doorstop Pattern
- Pattern Information
- Crochet Frog Body
- Assembly of The Crochet Frog Doorstop
- More FREE Crochet Frog Patterns
- Crochet Frog Doorstop FAQ
With oversized frog eyes, froggy legs, and a chunky body, this easy crochet frog pattern has that playful handmade style people absolutely love right now.
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It also makes a brilliant crochet gift for frog lovers or anyone who enjoys quirky crochet home decor.
Ive added step-by-step photos to help you make your amigurumi frog to make as a gift or add to your crochet frog collection. This project is easy, fun to customize, and quick to finish.
Frog Crochet Doorstop Pattern Summary
- Skill Level: Easy
- Crochet Style: Amigurumi
- Yarn Weight: DK / Worsted
- Hook Size: X mm
- Finished Size: Approx X inches
- Construction: Worked in sections and assembled
- Best Filling: Polyester stuffing or sealed sandbag
- Uses: Doorstop, plush toy, nursery decor, novelty gift for those who love frogs
Why You’ll Love This Crochet Frog Doorstop
- Beginner-friendly shapes
- Great stash-busting project
- Funny and practical home decor
- Makes a unique handmade gift
- Easy to customize with different yarn colours
- The crochet frog can be used as a toy, decoration or a weighted doorstop
- Fits perfectly into cottagecore and whimsical decor trends
Materials Needed to Croche tthe Frog Doorstop
- Yarn : I used a super bulky 8 Yarn (around 100grms)
- Crochet Hook: 6.5 mm (you may feel you need to use a larger hook as i am a very tight crocheter!)
- Small amount of white yarn
- Polyester stuffing if making for a toy
- For a weighted diirstop use Small sealed bag of sand or stones,
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
Crochet Abbreviations (US terms )
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- sc2tog – single crochet 2 stitches together
- rnd – round
- rep – repeat
- st – stitch
- sts – stitches
- sl st – slip stitch
- beg – beginning
Special Stitch
Sc2tog (Single Crochet 2 Together)
Insert hook into next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, insert hook into next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through all loops on hook.
Pattern Notes
Free Crochet Frog Doorstop Pattern
This free crochet frog pattern makes the most perfect frog doorstop and a fun quirky addition to your crochet home decor. Simply place a sealed bag of sand or small stones inside while stuffing to turn your frog into a weighted crochet doorstop.
The pattern is worked in continuous rounds using basic amigurumi stitches, making it a great beginner-friendly crochet frog project.
I highly suggest using long double-ended knitting needles to help you position the pieces before sewing together
Pattern Information
- Skill Level: Easy
- Crochet Style: Amigurumi
- Crochet Terms: US Terms
- Construction: Worked in continuous rounds
- Gauge: Not important for this project
Crochet Frog Body
Rnd 1: Ch 2, work 8 sc into the first chain or magic circle. (8 sts)
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each stitch around. (16 sts)
Rnd 3: *2 sc in next stitch, sc in next stitch; repeat from * around. (24 sts)
Rnd 4: *2 sc in next stitch, sc in next 2 stitches; repeat from * around. (32 sts)
Rnd 5: *2 sc in next stitch, sc in next 3 stitches; repeat from * around. (40 sts)
Rnd 6: *2 sc in next stitch, sc in next 4 stitches; repeat from * around. (48 sts)
Rnd 7: *2 sc in next stitch, sc in next 5 stitches; repeat from * around. (56 sts)
Rnds 8–17: Sc in each stitch around. (56 sts)
Rnd 18: *Sc2tog, sc in next 5 stitches; repeat from * around. (48 sts)
Rnd 19: *Sc2tog, sc in next 4 stitches; repeat from * around. (40 sts)
Rnd 20: *Sc2tog, sc in next 3 stitches; repeat from * around. (32 sts)
Rnd 21: *Sc2tog, sc in next 2 stitches; repeat from * around. (24 sts)
Rnd 22: *Sc2tog, sc in next stitch; repeat from * around. (16 sts)
- Stuff firmly and shape the frog.
- Add a sealed bag of sand or stones inside if making a weighted frog doorstop.
Rnd 23: Sc2tog around. (8 sts)
Fasten off leaving a long tail. Weave in ends securely.
What you need to know for crocheting the frogs PADS –
Frog Legs – Frog pattern doorstop Front Legs (Make 2)
FRONT Legs In GREEN,
Rnd 1: chain 6, starting in the 2nd chain from hook, sc in the next 4 chains, 2sc in last chain, TURN 180 degrees and working into the bottom of stitches in each chain, sc in each chain st to end, (12sts) (do not join (PLACE MARKER HERE)
Rnd 2 and Rnd 3: Sc in each stitch around (12sts)
Rnd 4: sc in next 3 to centre of piece, Ch4, pull through a loop on each chain (4 LOOPS on Hook and pull through to finish (cluster made) slip stitch back into the base of chain, repeat * to * (3 Frog Pads made in 1 stitch)
Sc in next 2sts, Fold the Leg in HALF (with the pads centered in the middle), sew the sides together, which pushes out the pads.
Back Legs (Make 2) With GREEN,
FROGS BACK LEGS Pattern
Rnd 1: Ch2, 8sc into the 2nd chain from hook (8 sts)
Rnd 2: 2sc in each st around (16 sts)
Rnd 3: *2sc in next st, Sc in next st.* Repeat around (24 sts)
Rnd 4: Sc in each st around (24sts)
Rnd 5: SEE image above to help with this roundCh4, starting in the 2nd chain from hook pull through a loop on each chain (4 LOOPS on Hook and pull through to finish (cluster made) slip stitch back into the base of chain, repeat * to * (3 Frog Pads made in 1 stitch)
Amigurumi FROGS Eyes Crochet Pattern
Worked in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise.
Rnd 1: Ch 2, 6 sc into the first st. (6 sts)
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around. (12 sts)
Rnd 3: Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; repeat around. (18 sts)
Rnd 4: Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st; repeat around. (24 sts)
Rnd 5: Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st; repeat around. (30 sts)
Rnd 6: Sc in each stitch around (30sts)
- Fold the Circle in HALF and Slip Stitch along both sides to join into a semi circle.
- Fasten off. Leaving long tail ends for securing eyes and eyelids to your frog’s head.
Whites of Eyes (Eyeball Make 2)
Starting with black yarn: Rnd 1: Work 6 sc in the first ch , slst to join, pull tight, and finish off. Join white.
Rnd 2: Ch1,2 sc in each sc around; slip stitch to join to ch1, (12 sc)
Rnd 3: Ch 1,* 2 sc in next sc, sc in next sc, rep from * around, slip to join. (18sc)
Rnd 5: *Sc2tog*, rep **around until 6sts remain 6 sc)
Lightly stuff. Finish off by neatly weaving all ends through the remaining 6 sts, fasten off securely, and leave a long tail for securing to the eyelid
Assembly of The Crochet Frog Doorstop
- See Pictures for help in assembling and positioning the eyes, front legs, and back legs
- (I use several double-ended needles to make sure placement is correct for each piece before sewing everything onto the main frog’s body).
More FREE Crochet Frog Patterns
Crochet Frog Doorstop FAQ
What yarn works best for a crochet frog doorstop?
Super chunky chenille or blanket yarn works best because it gives the frog a soft plush texture while still creating a sturdy shape. Thicker yarn also helps the frog hold its rounded body shape better when stuffed and weighted.
How do you weight a crochet doorstop safely?
he safest method is placing weighted filling inside a sealed pouch before adding it to the crochet frog. Many crocheters use:
- Rice inside a zip bag
- Poly pellets
- Aquarium gravel
- Clean stones
- Sand inside sealed bags
Then surround the weighted pouch with toy stuffing to keep the plush shape soft and smooth.
Is this crochet frog beginner friendly?
Yes , if you already know basic crochet stitches and simple shaping. The pattern mainly uses beginner amigurumi techniques with chunky yarn, which makes stitches easier to see and work into.
Can I make this crochet frog without weighting it to make a crochet frog toy?
Absolutely. Skip the weighted filling and use regular toy stuffing only to turn it into a soft crochet frog plush instead of a doorstop.
