Why Your Amigurumi Has Holes or Doesn’t Grow:
Common Mistake and Solution

If you’ve ever wondered why your amigurumi:

• has holes
• doesn’t hold its shape
• doesn’t grow as expected

…you’re probably making a very common mistake.

Common Mistake: Changing Stitches to Make Amigurumi Bigger

Many crafters think that using a different stitch or working wider will make their amigurumi bigger.

In reality, this often causes:

• loose, uneven stitches
• weak structure
• visible holes

Result: an amigurumi that looks unfinished or poorly defined.

Single Crochet Is Already Perfect for Amigurumi

The single crochet stitch is the most popular for amigurumi because it:

• is compact
• creates an even surface
• holds shape well

Changing the stitch usually worsens the result instead of improving it.

The Real Solution: Yarn and Hook

To improve your amigurumi, focus on two key elements:

Yarn

• Thicker yarn → larger amigurumi
• Thinner yarn → smaller amigurumi

Hook

• Bigger hook → wider stitches, holes appear
• Smaller hook → tighter stitches, more compact

The secret: find the right combination of yarn and hook for your project.

How to Make an Amigurumi Without Holes

To avoid holes in your amigurumi:

• Use a hook slightly smaller than recommended
• Keep a consistent tension
• Choose the right type of yarn

This ensures a clean, professional-looking result.

How to Make an Amigurumi Bigger the Right Way

If you want a bigger amigurumi:

• Don’t change the stitch
• Use thicker yarn
• Increase hook size carefully

This way, you maintain shape and quality without compromising the structure.

Conclusion

If your amigurumi isn’t turning out as expected, stop and take a moment.

The problem isn’t the stitch.

It’s the choice of materials.

With the right yarn and hook, you can completely transform your amigurumi without overcomplicating the process.