Looking for a fun and unique crochet project? This crochet eggplant pattern is the perfect way to add a touch of whimsy to your amigurumi collection! Whether you want to make a playful kitchen decoration, a cute plushie, or a handmade gift, this adorable eggplant is quick and enjoyable to crochet.

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Why You’ll Love This Crochet Eggplant Pattern

✔ Beginner-friendly with simple stitches
✔ Works up quickly – perfect for last-minute gifts!
✔ Great stash-buster for leftover yarn
✔ Makes a fun addition to play food sets or home decor

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What makes this crochet pattern eco-friendly and sustainable?

THE YARN: I use only sustainable and eco-friendly yarn that has been ethically grown/raised and processed, putting the people and the planet first. This is why I chose 100% cotton yarn for this pattern.

THE STUFFING: I used recycled polyester (100% post-consumer) to stuff this piece. You can also use your saved-up yarn snippets, recycled cotton, or ratty clothes or fiber you’ve cut into strips.

THE SLOW YARN MOVEMENT: I’m participating in the Slow Yarn Movement. There’s far too much to talk about here, but please take a few minutes to learn about what this means by reading the article I wrote about the Slow Yarn Movement as part of my 6-part Sustainable Crochet Series.

If you’re interested in learning more about sustainable crochet you can read all about it in the 6-part series I wrote covering everything about Sustainable Crochet and how to implement it into your own crafting starting today!

Crochet Eggplant Pattern Guide:

Size & Gauge:

Size: 6″ x 3″

Gauge: N/A

Materials you will need:

Yarn:

Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK

100% Cotton | Weight: 3/Light Worsted

• Color A/Lime Green: x1 ball (you’ll use about 20 yards)
• Color B/Aubergine (purple): x1 ball (you’ll use about 110 yards)

If cotton doesn’t work well for you would like to explore other yarn options, here are some that would work well for this pattern:

100% Cotton Options:

• Deramores Studio Organic Cotton DK
• Stylecraft Naturals Organic Cotton
• Rico Essentials Organic Cotton DK
• Rowan Handknit Cotton
• Debbie Bliss Cotton DK

Cotton Blend & Other Fiber Options:

• Scheepjes Linen Soft (Cotton/Linen/Acrylic)
• Paintbox Yarns Simply DK (Acrylic)
• Stylecraft Bamboo & Cotton Blend
• Sirdar Stories DK (Cotton/Acrylic)
• Valley Yarns Haydenville DK (Wool/Acrylic)

Other tools and materials needed:

• Crochet Hook Size: 2.75 mm
• Tapestry Needle (bent tips make all the difference!)
• Stitch Markers
• Scissors
• Stuffing

Abbreviations used in the crochet eggplant pattern:

This pattern is written in English, using US terms. If needed, you can find a handy term conversion chart right here in my Resource Library.

ch – chain
st – stitch
hk – hook
sk – skip
mc – magic circle
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
BLO – back loop only
inc – increase
dec – decrease
rep – repeat
(…) x – repeat instructions indicated number of times
[…] – number of stitches in row/round
PH – photo reference number

The Crochet Eggplant Pattern:

Leaves

NOTES:

• The stem and leaves are worked separately and then attached together
• The leaves begin with continuous rounds for the top part, then switch to turning rows to create the 5 points

Stem

Chain 9, sc in 3rd ch from hook and each ch thereafter. Fasten off and snip leaving a tail for attaching to leaves. PH 13

ATTACH STEM TO LEAVES:

Insert your hook from back to front through the magic circle of the leaves. Snatch the tails from the stem and pull them to the inside of the leaves. Tie off on the inside. PH 14-18

Eggplant

NOTES:

• The body of the eggplant is worked in continuous rounds – do not join after each round
• You’ll stop after Rnd 11 to attach the leaves/stem and then pick up where you left off afterward

ATTACH LEAVES TO EGGPLANT:

Drop your purple working yarn for a moment. Insert your hook from the inside to outside through the magic circle on the eggplant. Snatch the yarn tails from the leaves/stem and bring to the inside of the eggplant. Tie and knot off with the starting tail from the eggplant magic circle. PH 19-22

Using the long tail you left from the last leaf, sew the leaves to the eggplant, making a few stitches back to front all along the edges of the leaves. The inside of my eggplant looks like PHOTO 26 – it makes sort of a star shape along the outline of the leaves. Tie off on the inside. PH 23-27

Then, pick up yarn where you left off and continue on with Rnd 12.

Finally, snip, leaving a tail for closing. Pull yarn tail through final two loops. Using a tapestry needle, weave the yarn through the FLO of the remaining 6 stitches and pull tightly to close. Bring the yarn to the inside and back outside a near sidewall. Snip cleanly with the surface.

Tips for crocheting your eggplant:

• Use tight stitches to prevent stuffing from showing through.
• Adjust the size by using different yarn weights and hook sizes.
• Experiment with shades of purple and green for a unique look!

More Fun Crochet Projects:

If you enjoyed this crochet eggplant pattern, check out my other fun amigurumi patterns! Let me know in the comments if you make one—I’d love to see your creations! Be sure to tag me on social media @offthebeatenhook or use the hashtag #offthebeatenhook so I can admire your makes. ❤️

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