Step into the pages of a beloved classic fairytale with this enchanting “Red Riding Hood Piggy.” This amigurumi character reimagines the timeless story with a sweet, pink piglet as the protagonist, ready to venture through the woods to Grandma’s house. She captures the innocence and charm of the folklore with a unique twist.

This adorable piglet features soft blush-pink skin and a round, friendly face. She is dressed in a meticulously detailed costume fit for a storybook illustration. Her outfit consists of a striking dress featuring a structured black corset-style bodice with lace-up detailing, flowing into a pristine white flared skirt. The centerpiece of her ensemble is, of course, the vibrant Red Velvet Cape with a spacious hood to cover her ears. She walks the forest path in sensible black ballet flats. Her accessories are essential for her journey: a woven-style basket covered with a red-and-white checkered cloth, holding a tiny jar of strawberry jam. Safe in her arms is a miniature Grey Wolf plushie, showing that in this version of the story, everyone is a friend. This pattern is suitable for intermediate crocheters who enjoy costume design and storytelling.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR – Magic Ring
• ch – Chain
• sc – Single Crochet
• hdc – Half Double Crochet
• dc – Double Crochet
• sl st – Slip Stitch
• inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• dec – Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
• st(s) – Stitch(es)
• rnd – Round
• row – Row
• BLO – Back Loop Only
• FLO – Front Loop Only
• FO – Fasten Off

Materials Needed

• DK or Sport weight yarn in Blush Pink (Pig Body)
• DK weight yarn in Bright Red (Cape)
• DK weight yarn in Black (Corset, Shoes)
• DK weight yarn in White (Skirt, Shirt underlayer)
• DK weight yarn in Beige/Light Brown (Basket)
• DK weight yarn in Grey (Mini Wolf)
• Scrap yarn in Red/White (Jam Jar, Cloth)
• 2.5 mm crochet hook (for amigurumi parts)
• 3.0 mm crochet hook (for clothing)
• Pair of 10mm black safety eyes (Pig)
• Pair of 4mm beads (Wolf eyes)
• White embroidery thread (Corset laces)
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Yarn needle, scissors, stitch markers, pins
• Cardboard (for shoe soles and basket base)

Gauge & Finished Size

Work tightly in continuous spiral rounds for the pig body so the stuffing does not show. Using DK yarn and a 2.5mm hook, the finished pig stands approximately 28 cm (11 inches) tall. The clothing is designed to be removable.

Construction Overview

The pig is constructed in pieces. The legs are made first and joined to form the body. The head is crocheted separately and sewn on. The dress is the main garment, worked from the waist down for the skirt and waist up for the corset. The iconic red cape is worked in rows with a shaped hood. The accessories—basket, jam, and wolf—are detailed miniatures.

Body Parts (Pig)

Head

Use Blush Pink yarn and 2.5mm hook.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
• Rnd 2: inc around (12)
• Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) repeat around (18)
• Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) repeat around (24)
• Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) repeat around (30)
• Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) repeat around (36)
• Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) repeat around (42)
• Rnd 8: (6 sc, inc) repeat around (48)
• Rnd 9: (7 sc, inc) repeat around (54)
• Rnd 10–21: sc around (54) (12 rounds).
• Rnd 22: (7 sc, dec) repeat around (48)
• Rnd 23: (6 sc, dec) repeat around (42)
• Rnd 24: (5 sc, dec) repeat around (36)

Insert safety eyes between Rnds 16 and 17, spaced about 10 stitches apart.

• Rnd 25: (4 sc, dec) repeat around (30)
• Rnd 26: (3 sc, dec) repeat around (24)
• Rnd 27: (2 sc, dec) repeat around (18).

Stuff firmly. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Snout

Use Blush Pink yarn.

• Rnd 1: Ch 6. Oval start: sc 4, 3 sc in last, sc 3, inc (12).
• Rnd 2: inc, sc 3, 3 inc, sc 3, 2 inc (18).
• Rnd 3: (BLO) sc around (18).
• Rnd 4–5: sc around (18).

FO. Sew to face between eyes. Stuff lightly. Embroider two nostrils with darker pink thread.

Ears (Make 2)

Use Blush Pink yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc.
• Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) around (9).
• Rnd 3: (2 sc, inc) around (12).
• Rnd 4: (3 sc, inc) around (15).
• Rnd 5–8: sc around (15).
• Rnd 9: (3 sc, dec) around (12).

Flatten and sew to the top sides of the head. Fold slightly forward.

Legs with Shoes (Make 2)

Start with Black (Shoes).

• Rnd 1: Ch 7. Oval start: sc 5, 3 sc in last, sc 4, inc (14).
• Rnd 2: inc, sc 4, 3 inc, sc 4, 2 inc (20).
• Rnd 3: (BLO) sc around (20).
• Rnd 4–5: sc around.
• Rnd 6: sc 6, 4 dec, sc 6 (16).
• Rnd 7: sc 6, 2 dec, sc 6 (14).
• Change to Blush Pink (Legs).
• Rnd 8: (BLO) sc around (14).
• Rnd 9–20: sc around (14).

Stuff firmly. FO first leg. Do not cut yarn on second leg.

Body

Join legs: From second leg, ch 4, join to first leg with sc.

• Rnd 21: sc 14 (leg 1), sc 4 in ch, sc 14 (leg 2), sc 4 in ch (36).
• Rnd 22: (5 sc, inc) repeat around (42).
• Rnd 23–29: sc around (42).
• Rnd 30: (5 sc, dec) repeat around (36).
• Rnd 31–33: sc around (36).
• Rnd 34: (4 sc, dec) repeat around (30).
• Rnd 35–37: sc around (30).
• Rnd 38: (3 sc, dec) repeat around (24).
• Rnd 39: sc around (24).
• Rnd 40: (2 sc, dec) repeat around (18).

Stuff firmly. FO. Sew head to body.

Arms (Make 2)

Use Blush Pink yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc.
• Rnd 2: inc around (12).
• Rnd 3–15: sc around (12).

Stuff lightly. Flatten and sew to body.

The Fairytale Costume

Corset Dress (Black & White)

Use 3.0mm hook. Worked waist-up for bodice, waist-down for skirt.

• Waist: Start with Black. Ch 40 (measure pig’s waist). Join. sc around (40).
• Skirt (White): Join White yarn to the Front Loops of the Waist chain.
  Rnd 1: (4 sc, inc) around (48).
  Rnd 2: (5 sc, inc) around (56).
  Rnd 3–12: dc around (56). (Flared skirt).
  Rnd 13: *sc, ch 3, sc in same st, skip 1* around for a ruffle hem. FO.
• Corset Bodice (Black): Join Black yarn to the remaining loops of the Waist chain.
  Rnd 1–6: sc around (40).
  Rnd 7 (Armholes/Straps): sc 10, ch 10 (skip 5), sc 10, ch 10 (skip 5), sc 10.
  Rnd 8: sc around straps and body. FO.
• Lacing: Use White embroidery thread to stitch “X” marks on the front center of the black bodice to simulate corset lacing.

Red Riding Hood Cape

Use Bright Red yarn. Worked flat.

• Neckline: Ch 25.
  Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across (24).
• Cape Body:
  Row 2: (inc) across (48).
  Row 3: (3 sc, inc) across.
  Row 4–15: dc across. (Work until it covers the dress length). FO.
• Hood: Join Red yarn to the neckline chain (Row 1).
  Row 1: sc across the 24 neck stitches.
  Row 2: (inc) across (48).
  Row 3–14: hdc across.
  Row 15: Fold the rectangle in half and slip stitch the top seam closed to form the hood.
• Ties: Attach yarn to neck corners and ch 30 for ties.

Story Accessories

Wicker Basket

Use Beige/Light Brown yarn.

• Rnd 1: MR 8 sc.
• Rnd 2: inc around (16).
• Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) around (24).
• Rnd 4: (BLO) sc around (24).
• Rnd 5–8: sc around.
• Rnd 9: sc around. Ch 15 (Handle), skip 12, sc. FO.
• Red Cloth: Cut a small square of red/white fabric or crochet a small flat square in red and place it over the top of the basket.

Jam Jar

Use White and Red yarn.

• Jar (Red – Jam): MR 6, inc to 12. sc 3 rounds.
• Lid (White): Change to White. (BLO) dec around (6). Close.
• Label: Embroider a tiny “Strawberry” or just a red dot on a white piece of felt and glue to the jar.

Mini Wolf Plushie

Use Grey yarn.

• Head/Body: MR 6, inc to 12. sc 3 rounds. dec to 6 (Neck). inc to 9 (Body). sc 3 rounds. dec to 5. Close.
• Snout: MR 4 sc. Sew to face.
• Ears: Ch 3, sc in 2nd ch. Sew to head.
• Tail: Ch 5, sc back. Sew to back.
• Embroider simple eyes and nose.

Assembly

1. Dress the pig in the Black and White Dress.
2. Tie the Red Cape around her neck and pull the hood up (allow ears to poke out or tuck them in).
3. Stitch the Jam Jar inside the Basket.
4. Hook the Basket on one arm.
5. Stitch the Mini Wolf to the other arm.

Your Red Riding Hood Piggy is ready for a fairytale adventure! Watch out for the big bad wolf (oh wait, he’s a plushie!).