How to Sew Amigurumi Parts Together

Sewing amigurumi pieces together can feel a little tricky at first, but it becomes much easier once you know the basic technique. The goal is neat, secure joins that are as invisible as possible.

You'll need a yarn needle and the yarn tail left on each piece. If you didn't leave a long enough tail, you can attach a new piece of matching yarn.

Positioning your pieces

Before you start sewing, pin each piece in place with stitch markers or sewing pins. Step back and check the positioning from different angles — it's much easier to adjust now than after you've sewn.

Pinning amigurumi parts in place before sewing

The whip stitch method

Thread the yarn tail onto a yarn needle. Working in a circle around the opening of the piece you're attaching, alternate stitches between the piece and the body.

Insert the needle under a stitch on the piece, then under a corresponding stitch on the body. Pull snug (but not too tight). Move to the next stitch pair and repeat all the way around.

Whip stitching an amigurumi arm to the body

When you've gone all the way around, weave the tail through a few nearby stitches on the inside, then trim. The join should be snug and secure with no gaps.

Finished amigurumi with all parts sewn together

Tip: For arms and legs, stuff them before sewing them on. For ears and small flat pieces, you can usually leave them unstuffed.

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