Zorp the Alien – Free Amigurumi Pattern

Looking for a quick and fun crochet project? Meet the Free Amigurumi Pattern: UFO Flying Saucer, a design that truly took the crochet community by storm. This is one of my best-selling patterns on Etsy, and for a good reason! When I first introduced it, this little UFO was downloaded over 1,500 times in just 48 hours on Ravelry, making it an instant favorite among crocheters worldwide.

What makes this design so fun to work up is its unique construction. The pattern is worked in two main pieces: the alien’s head and the top of the spaceship are crocheted together as one single piece, while the bottom of the saucer is made separately. To get that perfectly defined, sturdy edge around the spaceship’s disc, you will join the two pieces using single crochet stitches through both loops, which gives the UFO its distinct, clean shape.

Whether you are looking for a quirky nursery mobile, a unique backpack charm, or a fast-selling market prep item, this Flying Saucer is the perfect fit.

New to Amigurumi?

If you are just starting your crochet journey, don’t worry! This project is beginner-friendly and uses basic techniques. To help you get the best results, I have prepared several guides that will walk you through everything you need to know before you pick up your hook:

• Amigurumi for Beginners – How to choose the best yarn and hook.
• How to Crochet Basic Stitches – A step-by-step guide to the stitches used in this pattern.
• Crochet Abbreviations – A handy cheat sheet so you can read any crochet pattern with ease.

Why you’ll love this pattern:

• Quick to make: You can easily finish one in a single sitting.
• Versatile: Perfect as a keychain, a toy, or even a hanging ornament.
• Stash-buster: A fantastic way to use up those small scraps of colorful yarn.

Materials list for Free Amigurumi Pattern: UFO Flying Saucer

• Yarn: I use a 100% cotton yarn from my local store. The best match and my top recommendation for this pattern is Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK.
• Hook: I used a 2mm hook. I highly recommend Clover Amour Hooks for the best experience.
• Tools & Supplies:
  • Fiberfill, 8mm safety eyes, scissors, and a tapestry needle.
  • Optional: Stitch markers.
  • Find all these essentials here: Crochet Supplies & Accessories.

Crochet abbreviations

• MR – magic ring
• SC – single crochet
• HDC – half double crochet
• CH – chain
• SL ST – slip stitch
• FLO – stitch in front loop only
• BLO – stitch in back loop only
• INC – increase
• DEC – decrease

• Difficulty level: Beginner/intermediate
• Finish piece measures about 3.5 inches (9cm) tall, 3.1 inches (8cm) wide

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Free Amigurumi Pattern: UFO Flying Saucer

Bottom of spaceship:

(color A)
1: mr, 6 x sc = [6]
2: 6 x inc = [12]
3: (sc, inc) x 6 = [18]
4: (2sc, inc) x 6 = [24]
5-6: 24 sc = [24]
7: FLO (2sc, inc) x 8 = [32]
8: (3sc, inc) x 8 = [40]
9: (4sc, inc) x 8 = [48]
10: (5sc, inc) x 8 = [56]
11: (6sc, inc) x 8 = [64]
12: (7sc, inc) x 8 = [72]
(color B)
13: (8sc, inc) x 8 = [80]

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Sl st between rounds 6 and 7, and eight times sl st x6 from round 7 to round 13 where
increases are.

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Alien

(color C)

Horns (4 pieces):

• Large Horns (Make 2): Ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in next 3 chains. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
• Small Horns (Make 2): Ch 4, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in next 2 chains. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Head

1: mr, 6 x sc = [6]
2: 6 x inc = [12]
3: (sc, inc) = [18]
4-6: 18 x sc = [18]
7: (sc, dec) x 6 = [12]

• Fixing horns on sides of head. Longer horns on 3th round and shorter on 5th round of head.
• Fixing safety eye between rounds 5 and 6.
• Stuff head firmly.

8: (2sc, dec) x 3 = [9]
9: 9 x sc = [9]
10: (2sc, inc) x 3 = [12]
11: (sc, inc) x 6 = [18]
12: (2sc, inc) x 6 = [24]

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Top of spaceship

(color A)
13: BLO (2sc, inc) x 8 = [32]
14: BLO (3sc, inc) x 8 = [40]
15: (4sc, inc) x 8 = [48]
16: (5sc, inc) x 8 = [56]
17: (6sc, inc) x 8 = [64]
18: (7sc, inc) x 8 = [72]
(color B)
19: (8sc, inc) x 8 = [80]

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(color A) Do 40 hdc on round 14.

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(color B) Embroidery X 8th times in round 16.

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Put top of spaceship on bottom part and connect parts with 80 sc in color B.

Before finish all 80th stitches stuff toy.
Finish and tide off yarn.

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I hope you enjoy this Free Amigurumi Pattern: UFO Flying Saucer!

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