25 Whale Shark Crochet Patterns for Ocean-Loving Makers

These are crochet patterns from independent designers on Etsy. There are 25 to choose from. Under each one are product details based on the designer’s listing, so you can check the skill level, finished size and yarn weight before you buy.

1. Crochet Whale Shark

This beginner-friendly pattern creates a realistic 15 cm whale shark. The sample uses Himalaya Dolphin Baby yarn and a size 4/0 hook.

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2. Whale Shark Crochet

Create your own giant whale shark amigurumi with this detailed crochet pattern. This adorable ocean friend measures approximately 55 cm (21.7 inches) long, making it a stunning handmade gift, nursery decor piece, or ocean lover collectible. This pattern includes step-by-step instructions for the body, pectoral fins, dorsal fins, caudal fins, and eyes.

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3. Giant Whale Shark Crochet

The finished product will be 14 in. [~35.5 cm x ~33 cm] -This pattern is an intermediate-beginner+ level due to working in an oval and with fluffy yarn. Due to recurring pattern theft, the full list of materials can only be viewed in the pdf.

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4. Whale shark realistic plushie crochet

This whale shark is soft and cuddly, and is equally happy to be a child's companion or decoration on a shelf. The proportions and colour patterns are made to be close to a real whale shark, and it has a mouth that can open and close. It may look simple, but with the colour changes, spots, and mouth, it's a pattern for more advanced crocheters.

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5. Large Plush Whale Shark Crochet

Finished toy measures approximately 43 cm in length when made with recommended yarn and hook size. You will receive a digital pattern (PDF-file) with instructions and photos, to make it easy for you to make your own plush whale shark.

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6. Whale Shark Orca Ocean Animal Amigurumi Keychain Beginner

Make three cute mini sea creatures with this easy-to-follow crochet pattern bundle. This digital PDF includes detailed instructions for creating a Whale, Shark, and Orca keychain, making it perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike.

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7. Whale Shark Amigurumi Crochet

eBook PDF Photo tutorial Includes 2 PDF files – 1 pattern and 1 stitch guide The whale sharks are magnificent fish, the patterns on their body are as unique as a human fingerprint – researches use them to identify individual sharks. Have a go at crochet colourwork for the top of the shark, or embroider your own design.

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8. Pattern: Plush Winslow the Whale Shark with Mouth Pocket

This pattern includes instructions for making the whale shark with or without a deep mouth pocket, as well as the patterns for mini fish and mini shrimp that fit inside the mouth pocket for a fun, interactive plushie.

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9. Whale Shark Graph Crochet Pattern C2C Graphgan + Written

You can use this pattern for corner-to-corner, tapestry crochet (sc), mini c2c, tss, hdc, dc, bobble stitch, cross stitch, or any other craft that utilizes a graph. This pattern uses 7 different yarn colors. The graph is 110 blocks (squares) high by 140 blocks (squares) wide and has a horizontal orientation.

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10. Crochet Whale Shark Amigurumi Plush Tutorial (Beginner)

This beginner whale-shark amigurumi PDF crochet pattern features a blue body with white spots and a smiling expression. The design uses chunky velvet or blanket yarn.

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11. Ocean Animals Crochet Pattern Set. (Whale Shark

This PDF bundle includes patterns for a whale shark, orca, and hammerhead shark amigurumi.

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12. Pattern Winter the Mini Whale Shark Crochet Stuffed

It is not recommended for beginners. Once you purchase, the PDF will be available to download.

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13. Whale Shark Crochet

This technique is all single stitch crochet. In order to make this blanket you will need to know how to change colors and carryover yarn. There are many great resources on the web including YouTube videos that can teach you how to do the Tapestry Crochet Technique.

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14. Whale Shark Crochet

This technique is all single stitch crochet. In order to make this blanket you will need to know how to change colors and carryover yarn. There are many great resources on the web including YouTube videos that can teach you how to do the Tapestry Crochet Technique.

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15. Gregory Whale Shark Tapestry Wall Hanging

You will need to have an understanding of tapestry crochet to complete this project. It also includes the link to the stitch fiddle graph where you can change and alter the pattern to change colours etc.

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16. Pattern: Winston the Whale Shark

This easy-to-follow pattern includes one PDF file with detailed instructions, pictures, and video tips explaining how to crochet and assemble all the parts to make this whale shark.

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17. Whale Shark Buddy Crochet

This adorable no sew, beginner friendly whale shark crochet pattern is perfect for claw machines, as key-chains, or pocket buddies.

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18. Pattern Whitney the Whale Shark Crochet Stuffed Animal

Once you purchase, the PDF will be available to download. Whitney the Whale Shark is so chubby and cuddly, you'll have a fin-tastic time hanging with her.

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19. Crochet Shark Pattern Giant Whale Shark Amigurumi Crochet

This crochet pattern makes a giant whale-shark amigurumi that can also serve as a pillow. It uses super-bulky #6 100% polyester yarn.

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20. Pastry Whale Shark Crochet

This is a 12 page crochet pattern that guides you to make your own adorable pastry whale shark. It is super customizable and has a lot of room for creativity, with both the whale shark and 8 different toppings to choose from. Though this pattern is larger, it actually does not involve as much sewing as you would think.

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21. Whale Shark mini Tote Bag Crochet

This whale-shark mini-tote crochet pattern includes diagrams and photo instructions with English and Japanese text. It requires chart-reading skills and is not a fully written pattern.

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22. amigurumi whale shark crochet pattern AradiyaToys mini

This crochet pattern includes detailed instructions for creating Whale Shark. It features a comprehensive list of required materials and plenty of step-by-step photos to guide you through the process.

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23. Pattern Pack: 3 Mini Shark Patterns

This set contains three miniature shark crochet patterns. The hammerhead and mini shark each take about 35 minutes, and the whale shark takes about 45 minutes; all pieces are crocheted together except the sewn-on white bellies.

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24. Amigurumi Whale Shark Crochet

This listing is for those who would like an ad-free, printable version of the pattern. Being the world's largest fish can sometimes feel like a big responsibility but Jonah finds that going for a long, slow swim helps him relax.

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25. Whale Shark Crochet Pattern- only.

You will not receive a physical item in the mail or a plushie in the mail.

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