Fishes are one of the most popular choices among all kinds of crochet patterns and stuffed animals, as they can be made into almost any shape and size. These fish crochet patterns are perfect if you're craving a crafty project this summer. These Crochet Fish Patterns would make an excellent decoration for any living space or child's room. Each pattern uses different yarns and hooks sizes to make the finished product look like the picture. Crochet these fun fish with eye-catching colors to brighten your home or give them as gifts.
Fish Crochet Patterns Free
This collection of 15 crochet fish patterns will surely put a smile on any child's face. Whether you need a quick project or have time for something more involved, we have the perfect pattern for you. Dive into this collection and make a bundle of these happy fish for your loved one. Use them for your kids' decorations, placemats, or even toys. Many of these are simple and can be made using only basic stitches, plus some other stitches that create depth and three-dimensional shapes in crochet.
Reasons To Crochet Fishes
There are so many reasons to crochet a fish! Maybe you're making an underwater-themed baby blanket for your friend's new arrival, or maybe you want something cuddly for your desk at work. It doesn't matter what your reason is; these patterns will give you a wide variety of fish to choose from. Next time someone asks you why you're crocheting a fish, you can point out that they all look smiling. And, of course, the people in your life are guaranteed to love whatever type of fish you decide to make them—whether it's the cute and friendly little guy in the photo above or one of the many others in this roundup. There's no wrong answer here!
Supplies Needed For Crochet Fish Patterns
You will need the following supplies to make these crochet fish patterns:
- Size G crochet hook (4.0 mm).
- Worsted-weight yarn in colors of your choice. I used Vanna's Choice - Hot Blue, White, and Spring Green.
- Yarn needles for sewing pieces together and hiding ends.
- Fiberfill or stuffing of your choice (optional).
Sunny the Puffer Fish:
Here's a fun project to make with your little one. Sunny the Puffer Fish will help them learn needlework skills while they enjoy their time together. Crochet Sunny, the Puffer Fish, is a great beginner crochet pattern that is perfect for beginners looking to practice a new craft or seasoned crocheters who want to make something cute in their spare time. It's a great project for beginner crocheters and knitters who want to try something new! Hanging from a hook on your wall, Sunny the Puffer Fish is sure to bring a smile to anyone who sees him. This little guy can also be used as a keychain or zipper pull.
Materials
- Red Heart With Love yarn, 100% acrylic, worsted weight, 370 yds/7 oz/198 g, Tangerine (TANG), Cornsilk (CORN), Egg Shell (EGG).
- G (4.00 mm) Furls Odyssey hook
- Two 15mm solid black safety eyes
- Polyfil stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Straight pins
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Fish Made From Squares:
This is a beautiful design for a fish, made only from squares. It's not too hard to crochet and looks great when it's finished. You only need some yarn and a hook, and you can make this lovely little crochet fish! This is a crochet pattern for a small fish made from a combination of available squares. It is crocheted in the round and uses two different-weight yarns, making it perfect for stash busting or creating something from leftover yarns!
Materials
- Lion Brand Heartland yarn
- I used 1 skein in color Olympic
- 4.0 mm hook -> I used a Furls Crochet Odyssey Hook
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- scissors
- tapestry needle
- Optional: 2 x 0.5-inch safety plastic eyes (or using yarn to sew them on)
- Polyfill
Abbreviations
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- Magic ring/circle
- invisible join
Hubert the Blob Fish:
Here's a fishy friend for your aquarium: Hubert the crochet blobfish. With his smooth body and goggle eyes, Hubert is a dreamboat. Easy to make and fun to play with, have your amigurumi blob fish underwater! Hubert, the Blob Fish, is the perfect addition to any tank. This easy-to-make crochet fish pattern is quick and simple to create, with only a few parts assembled quickly. Choose your favorite colors and watch as you effortlessly create a unique and one-of-a-kind friend for your fishy!
Materials
- Loops and Threads Impeccable yarn, 100% acrylic, worsted weight, 285 yds/4.5 oz/127.5
g, Rose (ROSE), < 1 ball; Orchid (ORCH), < 1 ball. - F (3.75 mm) hook
- Two 12mm solid black safety eyes
- Polyfil stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
Fish keychain:
This adorable fish keychain is a great way to add fun to your keys. It features bright and colorful crochet fabric covering a sturdy metal keyring. A simple yet stylish addition to any set of keys! This little guy is ready to go with you wherever you take him. He's a fun crochet fish keychain that measures about 4 inches long and is backed with a loop of yarn so you can easily attach it to your keys, bag, or jacket zipper pull.
Materials
- Yarn: You need a tiny amount of DK yarn in five colors
- 2.75mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Polyfill stuffing
- Two 6mm safety eyes
- Keychain ring
Abbreviations
- Ch: Chain
- SC: single crochet
- INV DEC: invisible decrease
- INC: two SC in the same stitch
- DC: double crochet
- TR: Triple crochet
- Finished size: Approximately 2.5 inches
Basket with fish bones:
Make a crochet basket out of sisal fabric using fish bones. This easy crochet pattern creates a unique and reusable space saver in your entryway or bathroom! This lovely and colorful crochet basket is the perfect gift! It's perfect for storing bathroom items, office supplies, toys, or anything else. The fish bones add extra fun while keeping everything inside safe. You could even use it to store your jewelry or create your unique statement piece at the BeachBeach or pool this summer.
Materials
- Yarn: any thin yarn will work. I used Strik & smil "Art silk garn", 100% viscose, 50 g (white and gray).
- Hook: as suggested on your yarn label. I used hook size 2.0.
- Optional: a piece of transparent mousse cake film or a few paper stripes.
Abbreviations
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- msc: modified single crochet
- msc inc: modified single crochet increase
- prev: previous
- st: stitch
- rep * *: repeat from * to *
Amigurumi Fish Keychain:
For any fisherman or fisherwoman, a fish keychain is a perfect gift to put on your backpack, handbag, or keys. You will be delighted by this colorful crochet Amigurumi fish keychain you can make in no time! This crochet amigurumi fish keychain is perfect for the fishermen in your life. This little fish is waiting to show off his skills and help you quickly find your keys. Add this to your other keychains, or carry it around to show off how much of a fisherman you are!
Materials
- Size 2.25mm crochet hook
- A small ball of Patons Grace or similar cotton yarn
- 2 – 6mm black safety eyes
- Fiberfill
- Embroidery/yarn needle
- Sewing pins (for attaching fins)
- Keyring or lobster clasp
Go Fish Sensory Set:
Keep your little one entertained with a crochet fish sensory toy. This set is perfect for young toddlers and preschoolers who enjoy playing with suspicious characters and seeing how they react when squeezed and crinkled. The Crochet Go Fish Sensory Set is a fun addition to your little one's sensory bin. Use this set as an addition to the other sensory items in your child's bin or independent activity for when you need a bit of calm. The crochet fish is a great way to engage young children and help them learn about textures and shapes.
Materials
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Lily’s Sugar n’ Cream: Rainbow Colours or any color of your choosing
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Crochet Hook Size: 3.0 mm
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8 mm safety eyes
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Chopstick (for the fishing rod)
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Magnet
Abbreviations
- Ch = Chain
- Inc = Increase
- (Inv)Dec = (Invisible) Decrease
- Sc = Single Crochet
- Dc = Double Crochet
- Tc = Triple Crochet
- Sp = Space
- Slst = Slip stitch
- St(s) = Stitch(es)
- Scblo = Single crochet back loop only
- Dcblo = Double crochet back loop only
- Incflo = Increase front look only
- MR = Magic Ring
- F/O = Fasten off
- [ ] = Repeat everything in brackets
Clown Fish Amigurumi:
This little clown fish is the cutest way to brighten up your day. Make these amigurumi crochet animals, and you'll love their sweet smiles and happy faces! These adorable clown fish amigurumi are crocheted to be approximately 5 inches long. They are made with soft and fuzzy acrylic yarn with a bit of stretch. The red one has a heart, eyes, nose, and mouth; all the others have a puffy mouth that sets them apart as clownfish. These would be great as plush toys or home decor accents!
Materials
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Lily’s Sugar n’ Cream: Orange, Black, and White (a little less than 1 skein of each)
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Crochet Hook Size: 3.0 mm
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10 mm safety eyes
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Needle for Sewing
Abbreviations
- Ch = Chain
- Inc = Increase
- Sc = Single Crochet
- Dc = Double Crochet
- Tc = Triple Crochet
- Sp = Space
- Slst = Slip stitch
- St(s) = Stitch(es)
- MR = Magic Ring
- F/O = Fasten off
- [repeat everything within brackets]
Fishing Gnome:
A fishing gnome to make your trip more enjoyable. His wiggly eyes are sure to bring you a lucky catch. Handmade with fiberfill and a wooden dowel rod armature. What a fun way to add some gnome magic to your garden! Handmade and hand-crocheted by me, this Fishing Gnome is constructed from water-resistant materials that can be left outdoors year-round. This crochet fishing gnome is the perfect buddy to take with you when you enjoy the outdoors. The little fisherman has a fishing line, a bobber, and fish!
Materials
- Yarn Needle
- Scissors
- Locking Stitch Markers
- 2 Small Bobbers (1 inch)
- 5-inch Dowel Rod (3/16 diameter)
- Hot Glue and Applicator
Abbreviations
- CH – Chain
- SC – Single Crochet
- BLOSC – Single Crochet in the Back Loop Only
- DC – Double Crochet
- SC2TOG – Single Crochet 2 stitches together
- SLST – Slip Stitch
- MC – Magic Circle
Little Fish Amigurumi:
Lace-up this crochet fish amigurumi and make your sea friends frolic. Add a dash of color to your aquarium and enjoy watching your aquatic buddies swim around the tank! This little crochet fish amigurumi is so cute and easy to make. It is a great project for anyone who wants to start working on amigurumi. You only need basic knowledge of crocheting in single crochet and increase/decrease stitches to make this beautiful little fish. This adorable little fish is a sweet addition to any collection. This pattern is perfect for beginners wanting to learn how to crochet and would make a great gift for someone special.
Materials
- - Two-colored wool (one for the back and fins/tail and one for the belly)
- - Safety eyes (eyes for dolls, if you have not made them small circles with felt, you will waste more time, but they are fine)
- - Padding
- - Stitch marker, crochet hook, and a wool needle.
Undersea Sweetness Blanket:
A beautiful blanket featuring whimsical undersea creatures, this crochet afghan makes a great gift for the mermaid lover in your life. This crochet kit includes worsted weight yarn and easy-to-follow instructions. After working through the pattern, you must sew on the safety eyes, stuff with fiberfill, and embroider some faces on your new little friends! Crochet Undersea Sweetness Blanket is a child's personalized blanket that brings a beloved character to life. The motif is expertly handcrafted by hand, layer upon layer, making each unique. The blanket has a soft texture and is perfect for everyday comfort.
Materials
- DK or worsted/ARAN weight yarn- I used HOBFY CICIBEBE cake yarn – 150gr/540m/acrylic yarn
- Paintbox Simply DK –Light Caramel – I used ⅓ of 1 ball
- Crochet hook size 4,5mm- US crochet hook size “G”
- Tapestry needle to weave ends in
- A pair of scissors
Amigurumi Baby Clownfish:
Crochet your Baby Clownfish with this fun, easy-to-follow crochet pattern. Suitable for beginner crocheters and can be done in about two hours. This crochet baby clownfish is the perfect gift for any child of the sea. This crochet pattern works quickly and, once sewn, is just adorable! It makes a great stuffed animal to play with or cuddle at night. This is an adorable baby clownfish to have. It is also great for aquarium decoration or as a toy for kids who love sea creatures.
Materials
- 3 different yarns calling for 5,5 mm hook in orange, white and black
- Size 3.5 mm crochet hook
- 2 black safety eyes (6 mm)
- Poly-Fil Fiberfill stuffing
- Stitch markers
- Tapestry needle
Abbreviations
- chain (ch)
- magic ring (mr)
- single crochet (sc)
- increase (inc)
- invisible decrease (dec)
- slip stitch (sl st)
- half double crochet (hdc)
- double crochet (dc)
Tropical Fish:
You can't see the ocean, but you can hold this little fish and imagine it's swimming around! Crochet them in bright colors and let the magic begin. The kids will love adding this fish to their play area, and it's a happy addition! Crochet Tropical Fish is made with cotton yarn. It will look lovely in any children's bedroom. This colorful crochet tropical fish is ready to be placed anywhere in your home. Perfect for a desk, coffee table, or wherever you want to add a little sunshine! This adorable tropical fish amigurumi is great as a gift, or you can make a whole school to brighten your home.
Materials
- I used blue, black, yellow and a very small amount of white 4 ply crochet cotton.
- A crochet hook, I used a 1.25mm hook.
- Scissors.
- A darning needle to weave in ends.
- Sewing thread and a needle to stitch the body fin and eye onto the fish.
Abbreviations
- st – stitch
- sts – stitches
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- tr – treble crochet
Fish Scrubbie:
Crocheted fish scrubbies are a reliable way to clean any bath or kitchen surface and will last for years because they are made of hard-wearing cotton yarn. The crochet fish scrubber is perfect for your kitchen sink, bathtub, or shower. Hand washes by rinsing with cool water and hanging dry. Safe for the washing machine on a gentle cycle in cold water. This easy-to-make, the super soft fish scrubber is perfect for your kitchen. Crochet a few and keep them around for quick clean-ups, or give them as gifts to fellow fishermen and fisherwomen!
Materials
- I used blue, black, yellow, and a minimal amount of white 4-ply crochet cotton. (Cotton would be better than synthetic)
- A crochet hook, I used a 1.25mm hook.
- Scissors.
- A darning needle to weave in ends.
- Sewing thread and a needle to stitch the body fin and eye onto the fish. 2 x 6g scouring pads (about 2" or 5cm across).
Abbreviations
- st – stitch
- sts – stitches
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- tr – treble crochet
Betta Fish:
If you're looking for a new, beautiful, unique pet fish, look no further than the betta fish. Not only are they easy to care for but also gorgeous! This crochet betta fish is perfect for your crafty room decor or a sweet gift for anyone who loves aquariums, tiny creatures, and crochet. This adorable crochet betta fish will make a wonderful addition to any aquarium or vivarium. Its size and shape also make it a great option for bowl decorations. It looks great alone or can be added to a group of colorful betta fish to create an elegant display.
Materials
- Lion Brand Bonbons yarn, sport weight, 100% cotton, 28 yds/.35 oz/10 g, BeachBeach (8 mini skeins pack), 1 mini skein used.
- Furls Odyssey E (3.5 mm) hook
- One pair 5mm black safety eyes
- A small amount of polyfill (or about ½ a Kleenex)
- 6-8 inches of fishing line
- Small jar or vase, tall enough that the fish can dangle in the jar without touching the top or bottom
- Decorative beads, rocks, or sand for the bottom of the jar
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