Free Crochet Pills Amigurumi Pattern for Support

With this free written pattern, learn how to crochet a small and cute pill amigurumi with an optional kawaii face. This is a perfect mood lifter and stress support toy with a two-color scheme. You can choose from many different color combinations, like yellow and green, and easily customize the size.

We shall begin with white yarn to crochet the top half of the pillow and change color to blue or the color you chose to complete the bottom half. You can embroider the type of face you are comfortable with. In this post, I will show you both the UK and the US patterns.

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The designer behind this pill amigurumi is @NITKA_KZ – she has quite a good grasp on kawaii amigurumi designing with added cuteness and surprises. More patterns for fun toys like this one: 

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Materials Needed

Here are the materials used for this crochet pattern:

1. Yarn: Cotton yarn in two colors (e.g., Yellow and Blue).

2. Hook: 2.5mm crochet hook.

3. Eyes & Face: Black embroidery thread for eyes/mouth, pink thread for cheeks.

4. Other: Fiberfill stuffing, tapestry needle, and scissors.

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US Term – UK Term,Description

Here are the abbreviations used for this crochet pattern:

1. MR: MR,Magic Ring
2. ch: ch,Chain
3. sc/dc: Single Crochet (US) / Double Crochet (UK)
4. inc: inc,Increase (2 stitches in 1)
5. dec: Decrease (2 stitches together)
6. sl st: sl st,Slip Stitch

Crochet Pill Pattern (US Terminology)

This tutorial demonstrates how to create a simple and cute amigurumi pill capsule. It is worked in continuous rounds using two contrasting yarn colors.

First Half (Color A)

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: 6 inc. (12)
3. R3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 6. (18)
4. R4–R9: 18 sc around. (18)

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Second Half (Color B)

1. R10: Change to Color B. 18 sc around. (18)
2. R11–R15: 18 sc around. (18)
3. R16: (1 sc, 1 dec) x 6. (12)
4. Note: Begin stuffing the capsule firmly at this stage.
5. R17: 6 dec. (6)
6. Note: Add any final stuffing before closing.

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Finishing

1. Cut the yarn, leaving a tail.
2. Use a tapestry needle to weave the tail through the front loops of the remaining 6 stitches and pull tight to close.
3. Weave in the ends.

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Pro-Tip for Miniature Versions

1. For a smaller, more realistic pill size, use 1.0mm crochet thread (like Cotton Vietnam) and a 1.0mm–1.25mm hook.

2. These make excellent charms for planners or tiny keychains.

3. You might also find tutorials for a “miniature heart” or “first aid kit” amigurumi to be a great companion project for this pill.

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Embroidering the Face

1. Eyes: Using black thread, embroider two small horizontal lines or “V” shapes about 3 rows above the color change line.
2. Mouth: Create a small “V” shape centered between the eyes.
3. Cheeks: Add a small pink stitch just below and to the side of each eye for a blushing effect.
4. Eyebrows: Add two small slanted lines one row above the eyes for extra expression.

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Pattern (UK Terminology)

First Half (Color A)

1. R1: 6 dc in MR. (6)
2. R2: 6 inc. (12)
3. R3: (1 dc, 1 inc) x 6. (18)
4. R4–R9: 18 dc around. (18)

Second Half (Color B)

1. R10: Change to Color B. 18 dc around. (18)
2. R11–R15: 18 dc around. (18)
3. R16: (1 dc, 1 dec) x 6. (12)
4. Note: Stuff the capsule firmly.
5. R17: 6 dec. (6)

Finishing
Cut the yarn and leave a tail for sewing.

Use a needle to weave through the front loops of the final 6 stitches and pull to close the hole.

Secure and hide the yarn end inside the piece.