Hey there, crochet lover! 💖 Today I’ve got a super fun and creative project for you—an XL amigurumi-style crochet pillow shaped like a video game controller! 🎮✨ It’s the perfect piece to decorate a kid’s bedroom, a gamer corner, or to give as a one-of-a-kind handmade gift packed with love and personality.

If you already know the basics of crochet, this is the perfect challenge to take your skills to the next level with a big, bold, and eye-catching design. And if you’re just starting out—no worries! I’ve included some helpful videos below so you can practice the stitches you’ll need before diving in. 🧵💫

📏 Final Amigurumi Size

The finished piece is a large pillow, approximately 55 cm wide by 40 cm tall—perfect to use as a decorative cushion, to rest on, or simply to show off your love for crochet and video games.

🎨 Materials You’ll Need

For this XL amigurumi in the shape of a gamer controller, I used easy-to-find materials:

🧶 #4 acrylic yarn in various colors (feel free to choose your favorites)
🪡 Yarn needle
✂️ Scissors
🔄 Polyester fiberfill stuffing
🧵 4.5 mm crochet hook

🎮 Two Versions to Choose From

I created this design in two different color versions:

🖤 Black Version – A classic look, perfect for a traditional gamer vibe.
💖 Pink Version – Fun and unique, ideal for a more colorful room or for anyone who loves pastel tones.

Both versions are included in the same tutorial, and you can mix and match colors however you like. Make it your own!

🧶 What Stitches Do You Need to Know to Crochet This Amigurumi?

To crochet this XL amigurumi pillow, you’ll need basic crochet skills, especially:

• Single crochet
• Increases and decreases
• How to crochet in the round or in spirals

If you haven’t mastered these stitches yet, I recommend practicing first with these two free videos from my YouTube channel:

▶️ Learn How to Single Crochet (Beginner-Friendly):
https://youtu.be/w224iXJDLUU

🔄 How to Crochet in the Round:
https://youtu.be/hYjhRFamqmY

With these two tutorials, you’ll have the perfect foundation to jump right into this project.

📥 Download the FREE Pattern

As always, I have free patterns available on my website. Visit the link and download your favorite.

👉 Check out this page to see this week’s free patterns:
https://laurasart.design/es/patrones-gratis/

🍉 Bonus: Make the Watermelon Heart Too!

Did you see the watermelon heart that appears in some photos of this project? It’s another one of my favorite tutorials and looks beautiful as a complementary piece or extra decoration. You can watch the video here:

❤️🍉 Crochet Watermelon Heart:
https://youtu.be/93FGdLzTQ90

📽️ Watch the Step-by-Step Video

Here’s the link to the full step-by-step tutorial so you won’t miss a single detail and can feel confident making it yourself. It’s clearly explained and designed for both intermediate crocheters and beginners alike:

🎬 Watch the Tutorial on YouTube

✨ Let’s get crocheting!

So, without further ado, grab your hook, gather your favorite colors, and join me on this new crochet adventure. I’m sure you’ll love it just as much as I do 💕🧶

And remember: if you enjoyed this project, share it on social media, leave a comment on YouTube, and tag your photos with #Laurasart so I can see your creations. See you next time! 🌈🧵