Knitting patterns inspired by Pokemon characters and games. Updated 2/27/25
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Free Patterns
Pikachu Toy
Pokemon inspired amigurumi knit mostly in the round. Finished object is about 23.5 cm (~9.25 inches) tall. Designed by Heather Wright. Worsted weight yarn.
Pidgey
May only be free for a limited time. Pokémon inspired bird toy amigurumi knit flat. DK weight yarn. Designed by Alexandria Batista
Various Pokémon
Pokémon inspired toys including Azurill, Caterpie, Igglybuff with Pecha Berry, Oddish, Petilil, and Sunkern. Sizes not given but they seem to be about 6 inches tall. Most are knit flat. DK weight yarn. Designed by Claire Ashmore of Marmokachi's Blog
Pokéknits Characters
Knitting patterns for favorite Pokémon characters including Pikachu, Rayquaza, Lotad, Ampharos, and Shuckle. Sizes vary but generally around 6 inches tall. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Alexandria Batista
Charizard
Pokemon Charizard dragon toy softie. Size 6 inches tall and wide with a wingspan of 8.5 inches. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Alexandria Batista
Pikachu Scarf
Pokemon inspired scarf knit in garter stitch and easy according to the designer. Eyes, cheeks and nose are crocheted, but you could use felt instead. The mouth was embroidered. The scarf is 6” x 36” long, before the tail. Designed by Marilyn Prince. Worsted weight yarn.
Pokemon Beanie
This PokéHat features pokeballs in stranded colorwork and 5 options for the lettering Go!, CAUTION: Makes Frequent Stops, Team Mystic, Team Instinct, Team Valor. And you can knit it without the lettering. Designed by Mrs Luedeke
More Free Patterns
Pikachu Pullover
Child sweater with Pikachu intarsia design. Child sizes: 8 year, 10 year, 12 year. Designed by Jenna La Due
Pikachu
Stefanie Goodwin-Ritter’s toy softie stands 9 inches tall. The pictured project is by NellieJeanKitty and I recommend checking out her notes.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See NellieJeanKitty’s modifications
- Get Pokemon Games and Movies on Amazon (ad)
Magikarp Go Hat
This Pokemon Go character was adapted into a hat by yarn-vs-zombies using Thelma Egberts Fish Hat pattern
- View yarn-vs-zombies project notes
- Get the original Fish Hat knitting pattern
- Get Pokemon Games and Movies on Amazon (ad)
Pokeball Hat
Sasha Stavsky’s easy hat is knit in the round and embellished with duplicate stitch.
Pokemon – Azumarill
Netta’s Knits pattern for pokemon No184, aqua rabbit pokemon is almost “life-size” at 18 inches tall.
Podraco
This dog coat is designed with a spiked back inspired by the Pokémon dragonlike Podraco, but can also be used to turn your dog into a dragon or dinosaur while keeping it warm. Designed for Podencos, Galgos, and Whippets, but adaptable to other dogs. The designer has information on helping Podenco rescues on the pattern page. Designed by Ursa Major Knits
Jirachi Tee
Stretchy lace short-sleeved pullover sweater knit with a star-shaped cable and lace design that named for the star-shaped Pokemon, Jirachi, who has the power to grant wishes. Sizes XS to 3X. DK weight yarn. Designed by Karen Clark for Knitty. Pictured project by mybonnykate
Pokeball Beanie
Pokemon inspired hat that can be knit with colorwork or duplicate stitch. Sizes age 5 – adult. Designed by Janet Carrillo
Patterns for Purchase
Pokémon Knitting Book
Bring your favorite Pokémon to life with 20 cute knitting patterns in a variety of experience levels. Includes Gengar, Jigglypuff, Snorlax, Scorbunny, Charmander, Eevee, Flareon, Pikachu, Psyduck, Squirtle, Piplup, Mimikyu, Slowpoke, Bulbasaur, then Jolteon, Lapras, Magikarp, Vaporeon, Vulpine, and Turtwig. Designed by Katie Boyette
Pikachu
This Pikachu toy measures roughly 22cm tall and has movable arms.
- Get the knitting pattern on Etsy
- See more Pokemon Toy Knitting Patterns by this designer
- Get Pokemon Games and Movies on Amazon (ad)
Bulbasaur
Bulbasaur pokemon measures roughly 18cm tall, making him the perfect size for cuddling and a perfect gift.
- Get the knitting pattern on Etsy
- See more Pokemon Toy Knitting Patterns by this designer
- Get Pokemon Games and Movies on Amazon (ad)
Squirtle
This Pokemon toy softie measures roughly 22cm tall and has movable arms and legs.
- Get the knitting pattern on Etsy
- See more Pokemon Toy Knitting Patterns by this designer
- Get Pokemon Games and Movies on Amazon (ad)
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