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Contents
4 Introduction and Stitch Instructions 34 Lil’ Spanish Wedding Dolls
6 Crochet Owl 40 Mia the Monster Girl
8 Lana Dolls 44 Lil’ Valentine’s Teddy
14 Vinnie, the Teddy Bear 46 Mr Golden Sun
18 Animal Friends 48 Merry the Christmas Elf
22 Bear Bunnies 52 Lil’ Corgi Puppy
26 Vicky the Bunny 54 Bowling Friends
30 Helicopter 58 Copyright
 Introduction
Amigurumi is of Japanese origin and is the art of
creating cute dolls. This book is a collection of crochet patterns from
the very best doll designers. Their most beautiful patterns have been
brought together in one easy collection.

These patterns assume a basic experience of crochet. With a

little crochet knowledge you will find most patterns easy. For
each pattern is indicated the level: easy or intermediate.
Only one pattern is for experienced crocheters. All
patterns are working in continuous rounds.

This book uses US crochet terminology:

Abbreviations
sc = single crochet (UK: double crochet)
Insert the hook into the work (into the second chain from the hook),
wrap the yarn over the hook and draw through the work only. Wrap
the yarn again and draw the yarn through both loops on the hook.

ch = chain
Wrap the yarn over the hook, pull the yarn through to make a new
loop without tightening the first loop.

dc = double crochet (UK: treble crochet)

Wrap yarn over the hook, insert hook into the stitch to be worked.
Wrap the yarn over the hook again and pull through the stitch (three
loops remain on the hook). Wrap the yarn over the hook and pull
through two of the loops on the hook (two loops remain on hook).
Wrap the yarn over the hook and pull through the
remaining two loops on hook.
hdc = half double crochet (UK: half treble crochet)
Wrap yarn over the hook, insert the hook into the stitch
to be worked, wrap the yarn over the hook again and
pull through the stitch (three loops remain on the hook). Wrap the
yarn over the hook and pull through all three loops on the hook.

sl st = slip stitch
Insert the hook into the work (into second chain from the hook),
wrap the yarn over the hook. Draw the yarn through the work and
the loop on the hook in one movement.

dec = decrease
Crochet 2 stitches together: insert the hook into the stitch, wrap the
yarn over the hook and draw through the work, do the same into the
next stitch. Wrap the yarn over the hook and draw through all three
loops on the hook.

inc = increase
Make two (or more) stitches into the same stitch.
When crocheting in the round it is a good idea to mark the
beginning of a row by placing a short piece of yarn across the work.
This will show when you have come to the end of the row. Then pull
the piece of yarn out and repositioned it for the next one.

Safety
Even though the plastic eyes used in Amigurumi are often called
“safety eyes”, they are not approved for use by children under 3.
Parts which can come loose like beads, eyes and buttons are
unsuitable for children under 3 years old. You can replace these
parts with embroidery or crochet. Please ensure that small
crocheted parts cannot get loose.
 Crochet Owl
“I fell in love with amigurumi about 5 years ago, I love to write simple patterns using basic
shapes that can be put together in interesting ways to make something adorable.”
by Elizabeth Carr
www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Lybo

Skill level:

Materials:
1. Oddments of yarn in four different colours.
I used sport weight cotton (UK 4-ply).
2. Two 6 mm plastic safety eyes.
3. Small amount of polyester stuffing.
4. Blunt-ended darning needle.
5. Crochet hook, size C-2 (UK 2.5 mm). Eyes
6. Fabric glue.
You can use thicker yarn if you like, your owl will just
come out slightly bigger. Remember to increase
the size of your crochet hook, you may also need
slightly larger eyes.
Body
R1: ch 2, 6 sc into second ch from hook.
R2: 2 sc into each sc around. (12)
Abbreviations: R3: *sc 1, 2 sc in next sc*, repeat 6 times. (18)
sc = single crochet R4: *sc 2, 2 sc in next sc*, repeat 6 times. (24)
hdc = half double crochet R5: *sc 3, 2 sc in next sc*, repeat 6 times. (30)
dc = double crochet R6-8: sc 30.
ch = chain R9: *sc 3, dec 1*, repeat 6 times. (24)
dec 1 = decrease 1 (join 2 sts into 1)
sl st = slip stitch
* * around = repeat the steps between the asterisks This is a preview only.
( ) = total number of stitches in a round/row
R = Round
[ ] = different type of sts in 1 st

Eyes
Make 2
R1: ch 2, 6 sc into second ch from hook.
R2: 2 sc into each sc around. (12 stitches)
Fasten off and sew in the ends.

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 Lana Dolls
by Vanja Grundmann
AmigurumiBB
www.amigurumibb.com

Skill level:

Materials: Size:
Lana is 18 cm tall. (7”)
1. Sport weight (5 ply) cotton yarn in:


- Skin color of your choice.
- Favorite color for dress, shoes and headband.
Abbreviations:
- White colored yarn (or ecru) for panties. sc = single crochet
- Mixed colors for flowers, tiny bits of greens hdc = half double crochet
for leaves. dc = double crochet
- Colour of your choice for hair. ch = chain
2. Super Fine or Fingering (No 1) cotton yarn in inc = increasing stitch (2 stitches made in one stitch)
white for edgings and flower on dress. dec = decreasing stitch (2 stitches worked together)
3. Embroidery thread or lace weight yarn (No 0) sl st = slip stitch
in red color for the mouth. * * = repeat steps between the asterisks
4. 2 mm crochet hook. x2 = 2 times
5. Darning or tapestry needle for sewing. ( ) = total number of stitches in a round and
6. Textile glue. sometimes used for the number of rounds.
7. Pins. st(s) = stitche(s)
8. Marker. R = rounds
9. Stuffing of your choice. Other stitches used in the pattern:
10. White pencil if you decide to add make up • 4dc cluster stitch (thumb on doll’s hand)
on doll’s eyes. • running stitch (shoes): This is a surface crochet
11. Fine point ball pen or marker in black color technique to decorate. Create a round of
also for doll’s eyes. slip stitches working around the post of each
stitch of the last round.

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Head Feet and legs
R1: sc6 in magic ring (6) Start with ch6.
R2: inc x6 (12) R1: starting from the second chain stitch work in one
R3: *inc, sc* x6 (18) chain loop; sc4, 3sc in the last chain stitch,
R4: *inc, sc2* x6 (24) continue working around chain, sc3, 2sc in one st (12)
R5: *inc, sc3* x6 (30) R2: inc, sc3, *hdc inc* x3, sc3, inc2 (18)
R6: *inc, sc4* x6 (36) R3: back loops only: sc 18
R7: *inc, sc5* x6 (42) R4: sc18
R8: *inc, sc6* x6 (48) R5: sc6, dec3, sc6 (15)
R9-R16: sc48 R6: dec, sc4, dec, sc5, dec (12)
R17: *inc, sc* x10, sc28 (58) R7: sc3, dec3, sc3 (9)
R18: sc30, dec, sc5, *dec, sc4* x2, dec, sc5, dec (53) Stuff the feet nice and firm.
R19: sc53
R20: sc30, dec, sc4, *dec, sc2* x2, dec, sc5, dec (48) R8-R19: sc9 (12 rounds)
R21: sc48 Fasten off, stuff legs.
R22: *dec, sc* x10, sc18 (38)
R23: sc38
R24: dec x10, sc18 (28)
R25: *dec, sc* x4, dec, *dec, sc* x4, dec (18)
R26: *dec, sc* x6 (12)
Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing (embroidering
nose later). Stuff head nice and very firm.
Keep in mind that you are making a doll, not a plush.
Crocheted dolls tend to be stuffed well. Take your
time stuffing the head. Only well stuffed it will keep
the nice round shape.

Connecting legs and

working the body
Work with white or ecru color yarn. As we connect the
legs we will be making the doll’s panties. Bring both
legs together, toes pointing same direction.
Starting with left leg, attach white yarn to the stitch
right after your last working stitch of the leg. Start
crocheting next leg, making 9sc. One leg is finished.
Your next stitch will be made on the opposite leg.
Single crochet first free stitch from the stitch where
you attached white yarn (look at the 1st photo on the
Sewing Nose
next page). Continue making 7 more single crochet
Use the tail (yarn) left from making the head. Thread
stitches on this leg. Finish the round making last stitch
the needle. Mark the very center stitch on R16 of the
at the same stitch where white yarn was attached.
head. Going from bottom head opening, bring the
needle to marked stitch and wave the yarn over this
R1: sc9 (first leg) + sc9 (second leg) (18)
stitch for 2-3 times. Finish by taking the needle out
from the bottom head opening, cut and hide yarn
inside the head’s stuffing. Your tiny little nose is done.

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 Vinnie, the Teddy Bear
“Vinnie is playful, adventurous, funny and loving. If you go outside with this little bear be
careful, you never know what adventures he will take you on. But at night, you will have
sweet dreams hugging him.”

by Gemma Cubells
www.tremenducrochet.com

Skill level:
Arms
Make 2. Using G hook and brown yarn.
R1: ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from hook.
Materials: R2: sc 2 in each sc around. (12)
1. Worsted weight yarn in broken R3: *sc 5, 2 sc in next sc*, repeat 2 times. (14)
white and brown color R4-R5: sc 14.
2. Size G (4 mm) crochet hook R6: *sc 5, dec 1*, repeat 2 times. (12)
3. Black embroidery floss R7: *sc 1, dec 1*, repeat 4 times. (8)
4. Small piece of black craft felt and R8-R10: sc 8.
matching sewing thread Slightly stuff hand and continue crocheting.
5. Sharp embroidery needle R11-R17: sc 8.
6. Tapestry needle
Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing and set aside.
7. Fiberfill or stuffing of your choice
8.
9.
Stitch marker
13 mm plastic eyes with safety backings
Legs
Make 2. Starting at bottom of foot, using G hook
Size: and brown yarn.
R1: ch 6, sc 5 starting in second chain from hook,
Vinnie the Teddy Bear is 11” tall. (28 cm)
then work 5 sc on opposite side of chain. (10)
R2: 2 sc in first stitch, sc 3, 2 sc in next 2 sts, sc 3,
Abbreviations: 2 sc in last stitch. (14)
sc = single crochet R3: sc 1, 2 sc in next st, sc 4, 2 sc in next st, sc 1,
ch = chain 2 sc in next st, sc 4, 2 sc in last st. (18)
dec = single crochet decrease R4-R5: sc 18.
* * repeat = repeat steps between asterisks R6: sc 2, dec 2, sc 6, dec 2, sc 2. (14)
( ) = total number of stitches in a round
st(s) = stitche(s)
R = round(s)
This is a preview only.

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to head.
Work on face: for the nose cut a piece of black
felt (triangular piece with rounded ends) and sew
to muzzle. With black embroidery floss make a line
under the nose.

Ears
Make 2.
Let’s get started making the inside piece of the
ear, using G hook and broken white yarn.
R1: ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from hook.
R2: sc 2 in each sc around. (12)
Fasten off, weave in ends and set aside.
Now let’s make the outside part of the ear,
using G hook and brown yarn.
R1: ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from hook.
R2: sc 2 in each sc around. (12)
Now, take the broken white piece of the ear (the
one you have just made) and put wrong sides of
each piece together.
Continue crocheting round 3, working one stitch of
each piece at the same time.
R3: sc 12 (working the two pieces at the same time).
R4: sc 12.
Fasten off, leaving long tail for sewing and sew
to head.
Congratulations: you did it!
I hope you enjoy
your new plushie.

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 Animal friends

by Teerapon Chan-Iam (Jenny)

www.jennyandteddy.com Abbreviations:
You will need to know how to make a
magic ring or adjustable ring.

Skill level: mr = magic ring

sc = single crochet
st = stitch
ch = chain
inc 1 = increase 1 (2 sc in next st)
Size: dec 1 = decrease 1 (join 2 sts into 1)
sl st = slip stitch
The animals are about 3-3.5 inch (7.5 – 9 cm) tall * * around = repeat steps
in sitting position. The size varies depending on the ( ) = total no. of sts in a round/row
size of yarn and crochet hook. R = round

Materials: The size of the crochet hook really does not matter.
The doll design will work out just fine with different
1. Acrylic yarn, you can use 8 ply yarn. sizes of crochet hooks. Only the end size of the
2. Plastic eyes with safety backing: 7.5 mm creation will differ slightly.
3. Fiberfill for stuffing In this pattern, you will be working in the round
4. Sewing needle continuously. You may use a short piece of
5. Ribbon contrasting colour yarn to mark the beginning of
6. Crochet hook size: 1.25 mm each round.
7. Craft glue When you end a round, do not join at the end of
each round; you will begin the second round in the
next stitch.
At the end of each round, I have given the
number of stitches you should have. If you are
off by 1 or 2 stitches, do not worry about it.
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 Tail
With yellow for Tiger, brown for Cat,
orange for Monkey
Start with 11 chains (11)
R1: sc in next 10 st from hook. (10)
Finish off and leave long tail for sewing.

Finish off and leave long tail for sewing .

Do not stuff.

Tail for Piggy

In pink

Start with 9 chains and finish off leaving

Body
long tail for sewing. (9)

With yellow for Tiger, brown for Cat, orange for Finishing
Monkey, pink for Pig. You will work from bottom to top. Sew nose to the face and ears to the head.
Then attach body to the head, arms and legs.

R1: MR and 6sc in ring (6)

R2: 2sc in each st around (12)

This is a preview only.

Finish off and leave long end for sewing.

Stuff firmly with polyester.

For scarf use fabric in colour of your choice

and cut it in a V shape.
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 Bear Bunnies
For our little ones with love.

“I have been into arts and crafts since my first memories. All my life I have been creating something:
drawing, painting, DIY, sculpture, pottery, anything you can imagine. With Amigurumi I started at the
beginning of 2013. I discovered it by accident: I was working on a chameleon doll for one of my
nieces. That is how it all started. With one tiny chameleon!
I just love making Amigurumi. To me it feels as putting together painting (the color), sculpture
(creating the shape), crafting (crocheting itself). So it fills me completely and makes me very,
very happy. Final satisfaction is seeing a wide smile on children’s faces having in their hands
one of my creations. That is priceless!”
by Vanja Grundmann
www.amigurumibb.com

Skill level:

Materials: Abbreviations:
1. Sport weight cotton yarn in: ch = chain
• white sc = single crochet
• color of your choice st = stitch
• tiny bits of contrasting yarn for the sl st = slip stitch
flower inc = increasing stitch (2 stitches made
• string of brown yarn for nose and in one stitch)
mouth embroidery dec = decreasing stitch (two stitches
2. 2 mm crochet hook together)
3. 5 mm safety eyes or black round hdc = half double crochet
beads to use for eyes dc = double crochet
4. needle for sewing parts together R = Round
5. stuffing of your choice x2 = 2 times
6. powder blush for the cheeks ( ) = total no. of sts in a round
* * = repeat stitches between the asterisks

This project is working in continuous rounds, do For the tail you can use a popcorn stitch.
not join or turn unless otherwise stated.
Mark first stitch of each round.
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Tail Flower
Start with: ch4
Make popcorn stitch with 5 dc in the forth Colour of your choice
chain from hook, fasten off leaving long tail for R1: sc5 in magic ring, sl st last to first st
sewing. R2: *ch3, sl st to next st* repeat for all 5 petals.
Sew centered on bunnies back between 4-5 End with slip stitch to the back loop of slip stitch
round (counting from the bottom) made before starting this round.
Fasten off leaving tail for sewing the flower on
bunnies body.

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 Vicky the Bunny

by Teerapon Chan-Iam (Jenny)

www.jennyandteddy.com Abbreviations:
Skill level: You will need to know how to make a
magic ring or adjustable ring.

mr = magic ring
sc = single crochet
Size: ch = chain
inc 1 = increase 1 (2 sc in next st)
Vicky the Bunny is 5“ tall (13 cm). dec 1 = decrease 1 (join 2 sts into 1)
The doll will work out fine with different crochet sl st = slip stitch
hooks: the size of the doll will differ slightly. * * around = repeat steps
( ) = total no. of sts in a round/row
Materials: R = Round
1. Gray, blue, pink, green and red
acrylic yarn. You can use 8 ply yarn. In this pattern, you will be working in the round
2. Plastic eyes with safety backing: 7.5mm continuously. You may use a short contrasting
3. Fiberfill for stuffing colour piece of yarn to mark the beginning of
4. Sewing pins each round. When you end a round, do not
5. Embroidery thread and needle join at the end of each round; you will begin
6. Optional ribbon the second round in the next stitch.
7. Crochet hook size: 1.25mm At the end of each round, I have given the
8. Craft glue number of stitches you should have. If you are
off by 1 or 2 stitches, do not worry about it.

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Apple Finishing
With red and working from bottom to top. Sew ears to the head and finish the face.

R1: MR and 6sc in ring (6)

R2: 2sc in each st around (12)
R3: *sc in next st, 2sc in next st* around (18)
Sew body to the head.
R4-6: sc in each st around (18)
R7: *sc in each of next 2 st, dec 1* around. Have last
2 st free and make sc on each of that st (14)
R8: dec 1 and around until hole is closed.
Finish off. Leave long end for sewing.

Apple Leaf
With green. Start with 30 chains.
Finish off. Leave long tail for sewing.

Then sew arms and attach legs to body, so that the

bunny is in a standing position.
Note: use pins to adjust and fix position of arms and
legs before sewing.

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 Helicopter

by Viktorija Dineikiené
www.facebook.com/LovelyBabyGift
www.ravelry.com/designers/lovelybabygift
Abbreviations:
sc = single crochet
Skill level: ch = chain stitch
st/sts = stitch/stitches
sl st = slip stitch
inc = increase: 2 sc into 1 st
dec = decrease: 1 sc over 2 sts
Size: (I recommend using invisible decrease)
* * = repeat stitches from * to end of *
Height: about 3.1 inch (8 cm), length: about 5.5 () = total number of stitches in a round
inch (14 cm), width: about 2.8 inch (7 cm) R = Round
(When done with sport weight yarn.)
Note: The size of the helicopter may vary depending
• I worked in continuous rounds. You may use a
on the size of hook and yarn you use.
stitch marker to mark beginning of rounds.
• The number at the end of each round is the
Materials: total number of stitches in a round.
1. Crochet hook (2.75mm; US size C). • When a number is followed by st, that stitch
2. Sewing needle needs to be worked over that number of
3. Blue color yarn: approx. 88 yds (80m) stitches.
4. White color yarn: approx. 46 yds (42m) Examples:
5. Red color yarn: approx. 22 yds (20m) 5sc means 1sc in each of next 5 stitches;
6. Black color yarn for eyes and rotor: approx. Dec 2 times means to decrease 2 times
1.1 yds (1m) over the next 4sc;
7. Grey color yarn for eyes: approx. 1.1 yds (1m) Inc 5 times means increase in each of next 5
8. Stuffing stitches.
• When you see * *, work everything in them as
The helicopter in the photos was made with sport
a set.
weight yarn. You can also use worsted weight yarn
Example:
and a bigger hook.
*5sc, dec* 2 times, means repeat everything in
between the asterisks 2 times.
• Each step is separated by a comma.
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Finishing details Embroider mouth area with black yarn (if you
prefer, mark mouth area with a textile marker
Stuff eyes and sew them to the body: before embroidering).

Separate eyes by sewing blue color yarn in

the middle. Sew skids to the body.

Sew rotor blades to the body.

Embroider eyes with white yarn.

Sew rotor to the rotor blades.

Sew eyelid onto the eyes.

Enjoy!
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 Lil’ Spanish Wedding Dolls
“Don’t you just love the classy red gown and penguin suit?
These Spanish Wedding Dolls will make a very special and meaningful gift
for you and your loved ones to remember this momentous occasion.”
by Rachel Hoe
Little Yarn Friends
www.littleyarnfriends.com

Skill level: Abbreviations:

mr = magic ring
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
Materials: dc = double crochet
ch = chain
1. Yarn – 8ply acrylic yarn in beige, red, inc 1 = increase 1 (2 sc in next st)
brown, pink, black, white and grey. dec 1 = decrease 1 (join 2 sts into 1)
2. 3.0 mm crochet hook * * around = repeat steps
3. Yarn needle ( ) = total no. of sts in a round/row
4. Tapestry needle [ ] = different type of sts in 1 st
5. Black and white tapestry thread R = Round
6. Fiberfill or any stuffing of your choice
7. 2 pairs of 11.5 mm safety eyes p.s. All patterns use US crochet terms.
8. Scissors
9. Stitch marker or safety pin Gauge is not important. (just keep a consistent
10. Pink fabric marker or pink cosmetic blusher tension throughout the entire project)
The pattern works in continuous rounds
Size: (instead of joined rounds). Except for the bride’s
skirt layering, flower on head, flower, flower stalk,
The bride is approximately 18 cm tall and the groom
the groom’s bow tie and tuxedo coat.
is approximately 20 cm tall. (Sizes may vary
The Magic Ring is used at the start of most
depending on the yarn you use and the tension
pieces. Alternative technique:
of your stitches.)
ch 2 and sc 6 into 2nd ch from hook.
You can use Moda Vera 100% acrylic yarn.
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Bow tie Arms
With grey yarn. Working in rows. Make 2 with beige and black yarn.
Ch 7 Starting with beige.
Row1: sc into 2nd ch from hook and across the row, R1: MR, sc 6 in MR. (6)
ch 1 and turn. (6) R2: *sc 1, inc 1*, repeat around. (9)
Row2: sc across, ch 1 and turn. (6) R3-4: sc around. (9)
Row3: sc across. (6) Change to black yarn.
Sc around the edges and fasten off. R5-16: sc around. (9)
Stuff arms with fiberfill.
R17: dec 4 times, sc 1. (5)
Fasten off.

Tuxedo Coat
With black yarn. Working in rows.
Ch 21.
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook across (20) Assembling the Parts
Ch additional 5, turn (24) 1. Place the hair onto the groom’s head, covering the
Row 2: sc across, ch additional 5, turn (28) entire back of the head. Using tapestry needle and
Row 3-13: sc across, ch 1 and turn. (28) black or brown tapestry thread, sew the hair onto the
Start of side 1. head.
Row 14: sc 7, ch 1 and turn. (7) 2. Using a tapestry needle and black tapestry thread,
Row 15: dec 1, sc 3, dec 1, ch 1 and turn. (5) sew the edges of tuxedo coat to the groom’s body.
Row 16: dec 1, sc 1, dec 1, ch 1 and turn. (3) Bend a triangular collar on both side of the coat. Take
Row 17: dec 1, sc 1, ch 1 and turn. (2) Row 32 of groom’s body as the folding point and
Row 18: dec 1. (1) continue sewing.
Fasten off.

3. Using a tapestry needle and black tapestry thread,

sew the arms on both sides of the groom’s body.
side 2 4. Using a tapestry needle and white or grey tapestry
side 1 thread, sew the bow tie.

Start of side 2. Attach a new piece of yarn.

Row 14: sc 7, ch 1 and turn. (7)
Row 15: dec 1, sc 3, dec 1, ch 1 and turn. (5)
Row 16: dec 1, sc 1, dec 1, ch 1 and turn. (3)
Row 17: dec 1, sc 1, ch 1 and turn. (2)
Row 18: dec 1. (1)
Sc around the edges and fasten off.

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 Mia, the Monster Girl
“I learned how to crochet in school, but fell in love with drawing
instead. I discovered Amigurumi over 40 years later. As you
can see: It’s never too late to try something new. My first
design was a frog and it started with much trial and error.
Nevertheless I was so happy and had to share this joy
with a lot of people. You can find a lot of free
patterns on my blog: amilovesgurumi.com. I wish
you a lot of fun crocheting your little monster
girl: Mia.”

by Karin Godinez
Soufli, eastern Greece
amilovesgurumi.com

Skill level: x = how many times you make a single

crochet (or a dc) in each stitch
( ) = total number of stitches in a round/row
R = Round
Materials: sc with color change = change the color on this sc
1. Crochet hook 2.5 mm (When you make this single crochet stitch, grab
2. Wool: Catania from Schachenmayr: the new color of your wool and pull it through
anise (0245), fuchsia (0128) the two loops on your hook).
3. A small amount of wool for the flower:
white (0106) and canary (0208) Unless indicated otherwise, the parts for Mia are
4. A small amount of pink wool to worked in rounds. You can start with 2 x ch or make
embroider the mouth a magic ring. Make the fingers with the arms before
5. Polyester fiberfill you start with the legs, because they are crocheted
6. 2 pairs of 12 mm/ 0.47 inch safety eyes to the body. The rows should be marked with a thread.
7. Tapestry needle, sewing needle Attention: Don’t remove the thread marks on the
legs and arms, you need them for orientation.
Size:
Mia is 9 inches (23 cm) tall Finger
(3 x for one hand)
Abbreviations: 2 x ch with anise
ch = chain R1–R5: 6 x sc
st = stitch
sc = single crochet
inc = increase: make two single crochet in
one stitch
dec = decrease: two stitches crochet together
with a sc
dcinc = two double crochet in one stitch
sl st = slip stitch
* * repeat = repeat stitches from * to end of *
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sl st, cut the thread and sew it
Cut the thread
and sew it.

Finishing
Pin the ears to the head and sew them.

Wig
13 x ch with fuchsia
R1: inc in the second ch from hook and work
around the chain (top), 10 x sc, 3 x sc in one
stitch, continue working on the other side of
the chain (bottom): 11 x sc (26)
Pin the wig to the head and sew it.
This is a preview only.

Cut the thread & sew it.

Take 9 strands of the hair

and sew the flower to the
hair and to the head

Hair
Shaping the belly button: Insert your needle with anise
wool from the back and pull it to the front, leave a
long tail in the back.
Then skip three stitches and pull the needle to the
back again. Important: The needle has to be in the
same stitch, where you started from.

Start in the first stitch after the thread mark.

Tip: Crochet the 1st ch with two threads & continue
with one thread, so the chain cannot dissolve.
Make chains in every stitch around the wig and cut
the thread after every chain.
11 chains with each 32 x ch, 10 chains with each
28 x ch, 4 chains with each 26 x ch,
2 chains with each 24 x ch, 10 chains with each
22 x ch, 2 chains with each 24 x ch, Pull the thread so it forms
4 chains with each 26 x ch, 10 chains with each a belly button in the
28 x ch, 1 chain with 32 x ch. front and make a knot
Flower for the hair in the back with the two
strands and hide them
2 x ch with white inside the body.
R1: 5 x sc, sc with color change to canary (6) Embroider a mouth with
R2: sc, 3 x ch, sc in the same stitch, *sc in next stitch, pink wool and Mia, your
3 x ch, sc in the same stitch* repeat 5 times. monster girl is finished!

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 Lil’ Valentine’s Teddy
Isn’t he adorable? Teddies are versatile gifts for all occasions.
To add to his cuteness, Teddy has a heart shape sewn onto his back.
by Rachel Hoe
Little Yarn Friends, www.littleyarnfriends.com

This pattern is worked in continuous rounds

Skill level: (instead of joined rounds).
The Magic Ring is used at the start of all pieces.
Alternative technique: ch 2 and sc 6 into 2nd ch
Materials: from hook.

Head & Body

1. Yarn – 8ply acrylic yarn in light
brown, small amount of black and red
2. 3.0mm crochet hook With light brown yarn.
3. Yarn needle R1: MR, sc 6 in MR. (6)
4. Tapestry needle R2: 2 sc in each sc around. (12)
5. White/light brown tapestry thread R3: *sc 1, inc 1*, repeat around. (18)
6. Fiberfill or any stuffing of your choice R4: *sc 2, inc 1*, repeat around. (24)
7. 1 pair of 4mm beads R5: *sc 3, inc 1*, repeat around. (30)
8. Scissors R6: *sc 4, inc 1*, repeat around. (36)
9. Stitch marker or safety pin R7: *inc 1, sc 5*, repeat around. (42)
Size:
The teddy is approximately 13cm x 11cm This is a preview only.
(5.1“ x 4.3“). (In sitting position.)

Abbreviations:
MR = magic ring
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet
ch = chain
inc 1 = increase 1 (2 sc in next st)
dec 1 = decrease 1 (join 2 sts into 1)
sl st = slip stitch
* * = repeat step
( ) = total no. of sts in a round
R = round
This pattern is written using US crochet terms.
Gauge is not important. Just keep a consistent tension
throughout the entire project.
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2. Insert the hook underneath the front loop of How to: join the Sun Rays
each V.
1. Thread a yarn needle with the long dark yellow yarn
end you left for sewing.

3. Make a simple crochet. Continue working

through the front loop all around body.
2. Insert the needle through the back loop of the
corresponding stitches on both pieces.

4. You will use the back loops later to join the two
parts of the sun body together.
3. Draw the yarn all the way through, but do not
pull it overly tight.

Face
Position and attach eyes, embroider mouth. For
cheeks, cut 2 circles from pink felt and sew to face. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each stitch around the
Position the two body pieces together with their two pieces. Fasten off and weave in ends.
sun rays and stitches of the last row matching up.
Join the two parts of the sun body together using
the back loop you left on round 15 (where you
made the color change), stuffing it before you
close it.
Join the sun rays together on round 17, using the
back loop of every stitch.

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 Merry, the Christmas Elf
“Shhh... Have you heard the little noises? He is Merry, the Christmas Elf
who brings you presents and joy!
May your days be Merry and bright.”

by Gemma Cubells
www.tremenducrochet.com

Skill level:
dec = single crochet decrease
sl st = slip stitch
Materials: * * repeat = repeat steps between asterisks
1. Worsted weight yarn in 4 colors: ( ) = total no. of sts in a round
desired skin color, broken white, st(s) = stitche(s)
red and desired hair color R = round(s)
2. Size G (4 mm) crochet hook
3. Pink embroidery floss Arms
4. Small button Make 2. Using G hook and skin-colored yarn.
5. Embroidery needle R1: ch 2, 6 sc in second ch from hook.
6. Tapestry needle R2: sc 2 in each sc around. (12)
7. Fiberfill or stuffing of your choice R3-R4: sc 12.
8. Stitch marker R5: *sc 1, dec 1*, repeat 4 times. (8)
9. 13 mm plastic eyes with safety backings R6: sc 8.
Change to red yarn.
Size: R7: sc 8.
Merry, the Christmas Elf is 10” tall (25 cm). Change to broken white yarn.
The hat is 7.5” long (19 cm).
This is a preview only.
Abbreviations:
sc = single crochet
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
hdc = half double crochet
tr = triple crochet
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 2. Sc in each st of the last left leg round, starting into How to: join yarn to one of the
the next st you fasten off the yarn.
back loops
1. Make a slip knot and place it on your hook.

3. Sc the remaining 6 sts of the right leg. The legs are

now joined. Continue crocheting the next 2 rounds.

2. Insert the hook into the back loop you

want to start with.

4. Attach the hole between legs, with the yarn tail

you left on the left leg. (see photo below)

3. Make a simple crochet.

5. This is the result!

4. Continue working through the back loop all

around body. This is the result!

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 Lil’ Corgi Puppy
Calling all dog lovers and Corgi lovers! This crochet pattern is for you!
Suitable for beginners, this will make a meaningful gift for all dog lovers. This size is suitable to
make into a keychain, brooch or simply an adorable display.

by Rachel Hoe
Little Yarn Friends, www.littleyarnfriends.com

Skill level: This pattern is written using US crochet terms.

Gauge is not important. (just keep a consistent
tension throughout the entire project)
Materials: This pattern works in continuous rounds (instead of
1. Yarn – 8ply acrylic yarn in golden joined rounds), except for the head parting.
brown, white and a little black. The Magic Ring is used at the start of most pieces.
2. 3.00 mm crochet hook Alternative technique: ch 2 and sc 6 into 2nd ch
3. Yarn needle from hook.
4. Tapestry needle
I used Moda Vera 100% acrylic yarn for my
5. White tapestry thread
corgi puppies.
6. Fiberfill or any stuffing of your choice
7. 1 pair of 4 mm beads
8. Scissors
Head
With golden brown yarn.
9. Stitch marker or safety pin R1: MR, sc 6 in MR. (6)
R2: 2 sc in each sc around. (12)
Size: R3: *sc 1, inc 1*, repeat around. (18)
Approximately 6cm (8cm with tail) x 7cm. R4: *sc 2, inc 1*, repeat around. (24)
(2.4” x 2.8”) R5-9: sc around. (24)

Abbreviations: This is a preview only.

MR = magic ring
sc = single crochet
ch = chain
Head Parting (white stripe)
inc 1 = increase 1 (2 sc in next st) With white yarn.
dec 1 = decrease 1 (join 2 sts into 1) Ch 7.
* * = repeat step Fasten off.
( ) = total no. of sts in a round/row

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R3: *3 x sc, 3 x inc* repeat 2 times (18)
R4: 3 x sc,*inc, sc* repeat 3 times, 3 x sc,*sc, inc* Finishing pig
repeat 3 times (24) Embroider the nose holes to the nose and stuff it
R5: sl st in each st around (24) with fiberfill.
Pin the stuffed nose and the ears to the head and
Cut the thread and sew it.
sew them.
Finishing cow
Embroider the nose holes to the nose and stuff
it with fiberfill.
Pin the horns, the ears and the stuffed nose to
the head and sew them.

STRIKE
Ball
color 1: sky 0247, color 2: natural 0105, color 3:
chocolate 0162
2 x ch with color 1
R1: 6 x sc (6)
Pig R2: inc in each st around (12)
R3: *sc, inc* repeat 6 times (18)
Main color: orchid 0222, color 1: white 0106,
color 2: raspberry 0256 R4: *2 x sc, inc* repeat 6 times (24)
R5: *3 x sc, inc* repeat 6 times (30)
Ears R6: 2 x sc, inc, *4 x sc, inc* repeat 5 times, 2 x sc (36)
R7: *5 x sc, inc* repeat 6 times (42)
Make 2. 2 x ch with main color
R8: 3 x sc, inc, *6 x sc, inc* repeat 5 times, 3 x sc (48)
R1: 4 x sc (4)
R9: 47 x sc, sc with color change to color 2 (48)
R2: *inc, sc* repeat 2 times (6)
R10-18: sc in each st around (48)
R19: sc, sc with color change to color 3, 46 x sc (48)
This is a preview only. R20: 3 x sc, dec, *6 x sc, dec* repeat 5 times, 3 x
sc (42)
Close the opening with 9 x sl st, R21: *5 x sc, dec* repeat 6 times (36)
cut the thread and sew it, see picture.
This is a preview only.

Cut the thread and sew it.

STRIK E
Eyes
Make 2. 2 x ch with color 1
color 1: black 0110, color 2: flesh 0257, color 3:
natural 0105
R1: 5 x sc, sc with color change to color 2 (6)
Nose R2: inc in each st around (12)
2 x ch with main color sl st, cut the thread
R1: 6 x sc (6)
With color 3 embroider
R2: inc in each stitch around (12)
a stitch to the eye,
R3: *3 x sc, 3 x inc* repeat 2 times (18)
see picture.
R4: Back loops only: sc in each stitch around (18)
R5: sc in each stitch around (18)
R6: sl st in each stitch around (18)
Finishing ball
Sew the eyes to the ball
Cut the thread and sew it. and embroider the
eyebrows and the mouth.
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Fun and Easy Amigurumi
First published in 2015 by:
Neenom Publishing
an imprint of K and J Publishing
16 Whitegate Close
Swavesey, Cambridge, CB24 4TT
United Kingdom

ISBN: 978-1-910407-22-6

Editor: Robert F.A. Appelboom

Book Design: Will Dawes
Illustrations: Maria K. Windayani
Copyright on book design, layout and
illustrations: © 2015 Robert F.A. Appelboom

The crochet patterns in this book are copyrighted by their creators. They have granted
Robert F.A. Appelboom an exclusive license to publish the crochet patterns in printed
form worldwide.

Creators and copyright holders of the crochet patterns

Elizabeth Carr: Crochet Owl
Gemma Cubells: Vinnie, the Teddy Bear, Mr. Golden Sun and Merry, the Christmas Elf
Karin Godinez: Bowling Friends and Mia, the Monster Girl
Vanja Grundmann: Bear Bunnies and Lana Dolls
Viktorija Dineikiené: Helicopter
Teerapon Chan-Iam (Jenny): Vicky the Bunny and Animal Friends
Rachel Hoe: Lil’ Corgi Puppy, Lil’ Spanish Wedding Dolls, Lil’ Valentine’s Teddy

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