Bagel Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
This bagel amigurumi is made from two matching crochet ring…
This bagel amigurumi is made from two matching crochet ring panels that are joined around the outside, stuffed through the center opening, and finished with an inner seam. An optional embroidered sesame-seed detail adds a simple finishing touch.
The finished bagel measures approximately 4–4.5 inches across, depending on yarn, hook size, tension, stuffing, and individual crochet technique.
Project Overview
What You’ll Make
You’ll make two identical ring-shaped crochet panels and join them to create a stuffed bagel. The center opening remains open during assembly so you can add stuffing before closing the inner edge.
Project Details
- Project: Bagel Amigurumi
- Technique: Crochet in continuous rounds
- Yarn: Medium/worsted-weight (#4)
- Main color: Warm tan
- Accent color: Ivory or cream for optional sesame details
- Hook: 4.0 mm
- Filling: Polyester fiberfill
- Finished size: Approximately 4–4.5 inches across
A specific yarn brand and exact yarn quantity are not specified in this pattern.
Testing Note
This pattern has been mathematically reviewed and constructionally checked, but it has not been physically crocheted and tested yet. Actual finished size and fit may vary with yarn, hook, tension, stuffing, and individual technique.
Materials & Tools
- Medium/worsted-weight (#4) yarn in warm tan
- Small amount of ivory or cream yarn for optional sesame embroidery
- 4.0 mm crochet hook
- Polyester fiberfill
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
Abbreviations
US crochet terminology is used throughout the pattern.
- ch — chain
- sl st — slip stitch
- sc — single crochet
- inc — increase; work 2 sc in the same stitch
- FO — fasten off
Before You Start
Work in Continuous Rounds
The bagel panels are worked continuously without joining at the end of each round. Use a stitch marker to identify the first stitch of each round.
Keep the Starting Chain Untwisted
When you form the initial 16-chain ring, check that the chain is not twisted before joining it with a slip stitch.
Count Your Stitches
The stitch count progresses like this:
16 → 32 → 48 → 64 → 80 → 80
Check your count at the end of each round before moving on.
Make Both Panels the Same
The two bagel panels use the same pattern. Keeping their tension and stitch counts consistent will make the outer and inner edges easier to align during assembly.
Stuff Gradually
Add fiberfill a little at a time after the outer seam has been joined. Distributing the stuffing around the ring helps maintain an even shape and keeps the center opening defined.
Bagel Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
Panel A — Make 1
Using warm tan yarn, ch 16.
Join with a sl st to the first chain, taking care not to twist the chain.
Round 1
Sc in each ch around. (16)
Round 2
Inc in each stitch around. (32)
Round 3
*(Sc, inc) × 16. (48)
Round 4
*(2 sc, inc) × 16. (64)
Round 5
*(3 sc, inc) × 16. (80)
Round 6
Sc in each stitch around. (80)
Fasten off, leaving a long yarn tail for assembly.
Panel B — Make 1
Repeat the same pattern for the second panel.
Using warm tan yarn, ch 16.
Join with a sl st to the first chain, taking care not to twist the chain.
Round 1
Sc in each ch around. (16)
Round 2
Inc in each stitch around. (32)
Round 3
*(Sc, inc) × 16. (48)
Round 4
*(2 sc, inc) × 16. (64)
Round 5
*(3 sc, inc) × 16. (80)
Round 6
Sc in each stitch around. (80)
Fasten off, leaving a long yarn tail for assembly.
Optional Sesame-Seed Detail
Using ivory or cream yarn, you can embroider small sesame-seed shapes onto one of the finished panels.
Make short, slightly elongated stitches and scatter them across the upper-facing surface. Approximately 10–12 small seed details can create a balanced look, but the exact number can be adjusted.
Keep the embroidery away from the center opening and the outer sewing edge.
Assemble the Bagel Amigurumi
Step 1: Align the Two Panels
Place the two finished panels together with their corresponding edges aligned.
Both panels should have the same 80-stitch outer edge and matching center openings.
Step 2: Sew the Outer Edge
Using tan yarn and a yarn needle, sew the two outer edges together around the entire perimeter.
Leave the center opening open.
Step 3: Add the Stuffing
Begin adding small amounts of polyester fiberfill through the center opening.
Work gradually around the ring instead of filling one section heavily.
Step 4: Shape the Bagel
Check the bagel from the top and side as you add stuffing.
Add small amounts where needed to create an even, rounded shape. Avoid overstuffing, which can distort the center opening.
Step 5: Close the Inner Edge
Once the bagel has the desired shape, sew the matching inner edges together around the center opening.
Keep the opening centered as you work.
Step 6: Secure the Ends
Fasten off securely and weave the remaining yarn ends into the finished piece.
Finishing
Give the finished bagel a final shaping pass.
Check that:
- The outer seam is secure.
- The inner seam is closed.
- No stuffing is exposed.
- The center opening remains clearly defined.
- The bagel has an even overall shape.
- Any sesame embroidery is securely attached.
Helpful Tips
Count Before Continuing
If a round does not have the expected stitch count, stop and correct the mistake before starting the next round.
Distribute Stuffing Evenly
Instead of packing fiberfill into one area, move around the ring as you stuff so the finished shape stays balanced.
Compare Both Panels
Before sewing, make sure the two panels are properly aligned. Matching the stitches around the outer edge will make assembly smoother.
Shape While You Work
Check the silhouette while stuffing rather than waiting until the inner seam is finished. Small adjustments are easier before the opening is closed.
Troubleshooting
The Two Panels Do Not Line Up
Check that both panels contain 80 stitches at the end of Round 6. Then align them carefully around the outer edge before sewing.
The Bagel Looks Too Flat
Add a little more fiberfill to flatter areas and redistribute the stuffing around the ring.
The Center Opening Looks Too Small
Too much stuffing near the inner edge can reduce the opening. Remove a small amount and reshape the fiberfill farther toward the outer portion of the bagel.
The Shape Looks Uneven
Redistribute the stuffing instead of simply adding more. Small adjustments around the ring can smooth out uneven areas.
The Outer Seam Looks Uneven
Match the panels carefully as you sew and check the alignment regularly instead of sewing the entire perimeter without stopping.
The Sesame Seeds Look Too Crowded
Remove or reposition a few embroidery stitches to give the surface more open space.
Customization Ideas
Change the Bagel Color
Try a lighter tan for a paler baked appearance or a darker brown for a deeper toasted look.
Adjust the Sesame Details
Use fewer embroidered seeds for a simpler finish or add more for a more heavily topped look.
Change the Accent Color
A different light neutral can be used for the optional embroidered details while keeping the main bagel construction unchanged.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is the finished bagel?
The finished bagel is approximately 4–4.5 inches across. The final size can vary with yarn, hook size, tension, stuffing, and individual crochet technique.
What yarn weight is used?
The pattern uses medium/worsted-weight (#4) yarn.
What crochet hook size should I use?
A 4.0 mm crochet hook is specified for this design.
Is the bagel made in one piece?
No. The bagel is made from two matching ring-shaped panels that are joined during assembly.
When should I add the stuffing?
Stuffing is added after the outer edges of the two panels have been sewn together and before the inner opening is closed.
Can I leave off the sesame details?
Yes. The sesame-seed embroidery is optional and does not change the main bagel construction.
How do I keep the center opening defined?
Add stuffing gradually and keep the fiberfill concentrated in the body of the ring rather than packing the inner area too tightly.
Final Thoughts
This bagel amigurumi comes together from two matching crochet rings, making the construction easy to follow from the first chain to the final seam. Careful stitch counting, even stuffing, and thoughtful shaping will help maintain the rounded bagel silhouette.
The optional sesame embroidery gives you an easy way to personalize the finished piece without changing the main pattern.
