Amigurumi Counter
Track rounds, stitch totals, and parts.
How Amigurumi Counter Works?
The Amigurumi Counter works by counting Spiral Round for each round from the magic ring and Stitches in Round for the stitch total of the current round. Amigurumi is crocheted in continuous spirals of single crochet (sc).
Start with a magic ring
Work 6 sc into a magic ring for round 1.
Count stitches in the round
Press → for each sc so Stitches in Round matches the pattern total.
Advance the round
Tap the count pad or press Space when the round's stitch count is complete.
Mark the round start
Move a stitch marker to the first stitch of every round.
Amigurumi Counter Formula
The Amigurumi Counter formula is stitches in an increase round = 6 × round number for a sphere starting with 6 sc. Decrease rounds remove 6 stitches per round on the way back down.
- Increase rounds
S = 6 × NN is the Spiral Round while increasing.
- Increase pattern
(sc N−2, inc) × 6Round 3 is (sc 1, inc) × 6.
- Sphere size
Diameter ≈ widest round sts ÷ π × sc widthA worsted sc is about 0.25 in (0.6 cm) wide.
Worked example: Round 6 of a 6-stitch sphere holds 6 × 6 = 36 sc with the pattern (sc 4, inc) × 6.
Amigurumi Counter Conversion Table
The Amigurumi Counter conversion table shows a standard amigurumi sphere from a 6-sc magic ring.
| Round | Instruction | Stitches |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 sc in magic ring | 6 |
| 2 | inc × 6 | 12 |
| 3 | (sc, inc) × 6 | 18 |
| 4 | (sc 2, inc) × 6 | 24 |
| 5 | (sc 3, inc) × 6 | 30 |
| 6 | (sc 4, inc) × 6 | 36 |
| 7–12 | sc around | 36 |
| 13 | (sc 4, dec) × 6 | 30 |
| 14 | (sc 3, dec) × 6 | 24 |
| 15 | (sc 2, dec) × 6 | 18 |
Stuff the shape before round 15 and close the hole with a needle.
What is Amigurumi Counter?
An Amigurumi Counter is a counter that tracks spiral rounds and stitch totals for crocheted toys. Amigurumi uses tight single crochet in continuous rounds without a join.
Spirals have no visible round start, so a marker and a counter keep your place. A wrong stitch total makes the shape lumpy.
Toys are made of parts like heads, bodies, arms and legs. The Stitches Counter tool saves the round and stitch count in your browser.
What are the uses of Amigurumi Counter?
There are 4 main uses of the Amigurumi Counter, including heads, bodies and limbs.
Heads
Count increase and decrease rounds on spheres.
Bodies
Track long even sections.
Limbs
Count rounds on arms and legs.
Matching parts
Make both arms and both legs the same length.
About the Amigurumi Counter
The ultimate amigurumi companion! Track spiral single crochet rounds, monitor stitch increases/decreases, and keep multi-part limbs organized.
How to Use This Tool Efficiently
- ✓Work in continuous spirals without joining with slip stitches unless directed.
- ✓Place a running stitch marker (scrap yarn) vertically through rounds to easily track spiral shifts.
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