Bucket Head Crochet Zombie Plush Pattern Step By Step

Bring the quirky chaos of Plants vs. Zombies to life with this incredibly fun and detailed Bucket Head Zombie Plush amigurumi crochet pattern! Whether you're a gamer, collector, or a fan of themed plush toys, this project is a must-try. The pattern guides you step by step through creating the zombie's head, limbs, body, and iconic bucket helmet all from yarn.

Crochet Zombie Plush

Perfect for gifting, displaying, or customizing, this pattern combines nostalgic charm with creative flair. You’ll also learn how to add expressive eyes and signature accessories to complete the look. No game controller required just a hook, yarn, and a bit of undead spirit!

Head

• Round 1: Magic ring, 8 sc. Slip stitch to close.
• Round 2: Ch 1, (sc, inc) x8. Slip stitch. (16 sc)
• Round 3: Ch 1, (1 sc, inc) x8. Slip stitch. (24 sc)
• Round 4: Ch 1, (2 sc, inc) x8. Slip stitch. (32 sc)
• Rounds 5-6: Ch 1, 32 sc each round. Slip stitch.
• Round 7: Ch 1, 8 sc, inc, 14 sc, inc, 8 sc. Slip stitch. (34 sc)

• Round 8: Ch 1, 34 sc. Slip stitch.
• Round 9: Ch 1, 9 sc, inc, 14 sc, inc, 9 sc. Slip stitch. (36 sc)
• Rounds 10-11: Ch 1, 36 sc each round. Slip stitch.
• Round 12: Ch 1, (10 sc, 3 dec) x2, 10 sc. Slip stitch. (42 sc)
• Round 13: Ch 1, (10 sc, (sc, inc) x3) x2, 10 sc. Slip stitch. (48 sc)
• Round 14: Ch 1, 48 sc. Slip stitch.
• Round 15: Ch 1, (10 sc, (sc, dec) x3) x2, 10 sc. Slip stitch. (42 sc)
• Round 16: Ch 1, (10 sc, 3 dec) x2, 10 sc. Slip stitch. (36 sc)
• Round 17: Ch 1, (4 sc, dec) x6. Slip stitch. (30 sc)
• Round 18: Ch 1, (3 sc, dec) x6. Slip stitch. (24 sc)
• Round 19: Ch 1, (2 sc, dec) x6. Slip stitch. (18 sc)
• Round 20: Ch 1, (sc, dec) x6. Slip stitch. (12 sc)

Stuff head and sew opening shut.

Arms (Make 2)

• Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc. Slip stitch.
• Round 2: Ch 1, (sc, inc) x3. Slip stitch. (9 sc)
• Rounds 3-5: Ch 1, 9 sc each round. Slip stitch.
• Round 6: Ch 1, (sc, dec) x3. Slip stitch. (6 sc)
• Stuff arms and sew openings shut.

Legs and Body

Legs (Make 2)

• Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc. Slip stitch.
• Round 2: Ch 1, inc x6. Slip stitch. (12 sc)
• Rounds 3-4: Ch 1, 12 sc each round. Slip stitch.
• Do not cut yarn on second leg.

Body

• Round 5: Ch 4. Join legs:
• 12 sc around first leg
• 3 sc along chain
• 12 sc around second leg
• 3 sc along other side of chain. Slip stitch. (32 sc)
• Rounds 6–9: Ch 1, 32 sc. Slip stitch. (Color change at end of Round 9)
• Round 10: Ch 1, 32 BLO sc. Slip stitch.
• Round 11: Ch 1, 5 sc, dec, 14 sc, dec, 9 sc. Slip stitch. (30 sc)
• Round 12: Ch 1, 30 sc. Slip stitch.
• Round 13: Ch 1, 5 sc, dec, 13 sc, dec, 8 sc. Slip stitch. (28 sc)
• Round 14: Ch 1, 4 sc, attach arm with 3 sc, 11 sc, attach arm with 3 sc. Slip stitch. (28 sc)
• Round 15: Ch 1, 5 sc, dec, 12 sc, dec, 7 sc. Slip stitch. (26 sc)

Stuff body and sew opening shut.

Bucket Head

• Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc. Slip stitch.
• Round 2: Ch 1, inc x6. Slip stitch. (12 sc)
• Round 3: Ch 1, (sc, inc) x6. Slip stitch. (18 sc)
• Round 4: Ch 1, (2 sc, inc) x6. Slip stitch. (24 sc)
• Round 5: Ch 1, 24 BLO sc. Slip stitch.
• Round 6: Ch 1, 24 sc. Slip stitch.
• Round 7: Ch 1, (11 sc, inc) x2. Slip stitch. (26 sc)
• Round 8: Ch 1, 26 sc. Slip stitch.
• Round 9: Ch 1, (6 sc, inc, 6 sc) x2. Slip stitch. (28 sc)
• Rounds 10–11: Ch 1, 28 sc each round. Slip stitch.
• Round 12: Ch 16, skip 14 sts, slip stitch into 15th. Cut and weave ends.

Eyes

Small Eye White (Make 2)

• Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc. Slip stitch.
• Round 2: Ch 1, inc x6. Slip stitch. (12 sc)
• Leave long tail for sewing.

Large Eye White (Make 2)

• Round 1: Magic ring, 8 sc. Slip stitch.
• Round 2: Ch 1, inc x8. Slip stitch. (16 sc)
• Leave long tail for sewing.

Tie

• Row 1: Ch 4, 3 sc from second chain. Ch 1, turn.
• Row 2: 1 sc, inc, 1 sc. (4 sc) Ch 1, turn.
• Row 3: inc, 2 sc, inc. (6 sc) Ch 1, turn.
• Rows 4–5: 6 sc. Ch 1, turn.
• Row 6: 1 sc, 2 dec. (4 sc) Ch 1, turn.
• Row 7: 2 dec. (2 sc) Ch 1, turn.
• Row 8: 1 dec. (1 sc). Fasten off.

Assembly and Details

• Sew head, arms, and legs to body.
• Attach bucket helmet, eyes, and tie.
• Embroider facial details and outlines as shown in the video.
• Your Bucket Head Zombie is now ready to groan and guard your yarn stash!