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Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a sweet amigurumi doll named Alice with detailed hair, embroidered facial features and tiny accessories. You will crochet the head, hairstyle pieces, ears, and finish with embroidery and sewn-on hair for a polished result. The instructions include yarn color references and step-by-step rounds to make assembly straightforward and enjoyable.

Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Suitable for crocheters comfortable with amigurumi basics, increases, decreases and simple embellishment techniques. Photographs and clear placement notes are included to help with finishing and facial expression details.

Why You'll Love This Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it blends classic amigurumi shaping with charming, hand-finished details that bring personality to the doll. I enjoy how the separate hairstyle pieces make assembly flexible so you can adjust placement and expression. The face embroidery steps let you customize mood and character, which I find very rewarding. Working this pattern feels like sculpting with yarn — each small detail makes Alice come alive and feel unique.

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Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to change the doll's personality by switching colors; try pastel tones for a soft nursery friend or bright primaries for a playful toy.

To make Alice bigger or smaller, change your yarn weight and hook size — bulky yarn with a larger hook makes a chunky cuddle doll while thinner yarn creates mini versions perfect for keychains.

I often swap the hairstyle color or style — you can crochet short bangs or long loose curls instead of braids to make each doll unique.

Customize facial expression by adjusting eye placement and eyebrow shape; small changes to where you embroider the nose and brows completely change her expression.

Try adding tiny crochet accessories like a hat, tiny scarf or removable jacket — they snap on as fun outfit options and add play value.

For a sturdier poseable doll, add thin aluminum wire into limbs or use joint buttons for movable arms and legs.

If you like embroidery, add freckles, dimples or rosy cheeks with pastel tinting to create a more lifelike look and character.

I sometimes replace safety eyes with French-knotted embroidered eyes for a softer, child-safe finish suitable for baby gifts.

Make matching sibling dolls by keeping the same pattern but changing hair color and outfit palette for a coordinated set.

Experiment with surface crochet or tiny appliques on the jumpsuit to personalize initials or a favorite motif — it makes each finished doll feel truly special.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Placing safety eyes too high or low can make the face look unbalanced; count stitches carefully and follow the marker guidance between rounds 19 and 20 to position eyes evenly. ✗ Not stuffing the head gradually causes lumps and shape distortion; stuff in small amounts and shape as you go to keep a smooth round head. ✗ Skipping stitch counts during increases/decreases will change proportions; count after each increase or decrease round and mark your rounds to stay accurate. ✗ Sewing hair pieces without pinning leads to misaligned hairstyles; always pin the pieces in place before stitching and check placement from multiple angles.

Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

Create Alice, a sweet handcrafted amigurumi doll with detailed hair, expressive features and removable clothes. This pattern guides you step-by-step through crocheting the head, hairstyle, ears and facial embroidery so you can build a charming collectible. Perfect for makers who enjoy thoughtful finishing and small assembled details. Follow the clear rounds and photo-based assembly notes to bring Alice to life.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Alize Cotton Gold - Beige (main body) color 262
  • 02
    Alize Cotton Gold - Sweater colors 385 and 372 (small amounts)
  • 03
    YarnArt Jeans - Brown (hairstyle) color 70
  • 04
    YarnArt Jeans - Boots colors 40 and 66
  • 05
    Alize Cotton Gold - Jumpsuit color 390
  • 06
    YarnArt Jeans - Straps color 40
  • 07
    Alize Cotton Gold - Patch on jumpsuit color 385
  • 08
    Alize Cotton Gold - Berries color 390
  • 09
    Alize Cotton Gold - Leaves color 372
  • 10
    Alize Cotton Gold - Pantyhose colors 62 and 385
  • 11
    Alize Cotton Gold - Collar color 390

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Safety eyes size 6 mm (2 pcs)
  • 02
    Crochet hook 2 mm
  • 03
    Long needle for sewing
  • 04
    Mouline thread in black, white and brown colors
  • 05
    Dry or oil pink pastel for tinting
  • 06
    Fiberfill stuffing
  • 07
    Stick for stuffing or tweezers
  • 08
    Buttons 4 mm size (for decorations)
  • 09
    Tinting brush
  • 10
    Pins for positioning
  • 11
    Carton or plastic for the insoles
  • 12
    Aluminum wire 1.5-2 mm size (for posability if desired)
  • 13
    Scissors

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— Head :

Info :

The main color - Alize Cotton gold beige 262.

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR

Round 2 :

6*(inc) (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc)*6 (18)

Round 4 :

1 sc, inc, (2 sc, inc)*5, 1 sc (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc)*6 (30)

Round 6 :

2 sc, inc, (4 sc, inc)*5, 2 sc (36)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc)*6 (42)

Round 8 :

3 sc, inc, (6 sc, inc)*5, 3 sc (48)

Round 9 :

(7 sc, inc)*6 (54)

Round 10 :

4 sc, inc, (8 sc, inc)*5, 4 sc (60)

Round 11-19 :

9 rnds of 60 sc

Round 20 :

30 sc, put the marker or the thread of contrast color, 30 sc (60)

Info :

Between 19th and 20th rnds count 6 sc from the marker in both directions. Insert the safety eyes and fix them.

Round 21 :

20 sc, inc, 2 sc, inc, 12 sc, inc, 2 sc, inc, 20 sc (64)

Round 22-25 :

4 rnds of 64 sc

Round 26 :

(14 sc, dec)*4 (60)

Round 27 :

4 sc, dec, (8 sc, dec)*5, 4 sc (54)

Round 28 :

(7 sc, dec)*6 (48)

Round 29 :

3 sc, dec, (6 sc, dec)*5, 3 sc (42)

Round 30 :

(5 sc, dec)*6 (36)

Round 31 :

2 sc, dec, (4 sc, dec)*5, 2 sc (30)

Round 32 :

(3 sc, dec)*6 (24)

Round 33 :

1 sc, dec, (2 sc, dec)*5, 1 sc (18)

Round 34 :

(4 sc, dec)*3 (15)

Info :

Cut off the thread, stuff the head tight with fiberfill.

— Hairstyle (2 pcs) :

Info :

Crochet with brown YarnArt Jeans 70.

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR

Round 2 :

6*(inc) (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc)*6 (18)

Round 4 :

1 sc, inc, (2 sc, inc)*5, 1 sc (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc)*6 (30)

Round 6 :

2 sc, inc, (4 sc, inc)*5, 2 sc (36)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc)*6 (42)

Round 8 :

3 sc, inc, (6 sc, inc)*5, 3 sc (48)

Round 9 :

(7 sc, inc)*6 (54)

Round 10 :

4 sc, inc, (8 sc, inc)*5, 4 sc (60)

Round 11-14 :

4 rnds of 60 sc

Info :

Cut off the thread, leaving a tip for sewing.

— Braids :

Info :

Crochet with the same brown color. All 3 strands will take 8 sc. Fix the thread, make a ch of 37 sts, from the 2nd st from the hook crochet 36 sc, 1 sc along the hairstyle, skip 1 sc)*3. After you skipped 1 sc, cut the thread and attach a new thread to the next sc, continue to make a ch of 37 sts for the 2nd strand. Repeat the same with the other hairstyle. Braid the strands and tie with the red thread.

— Forelock :

Info :

Crochet with the same brown color.

1st part :

5 ch, from the 2nd st from the hook crochet 4 sc. Cut the thread, leaving a tip for sewing.

2nd part :

7 ch, from the 2nd st from the hook crochet 6 sc. Cut the thread, leaving a tip for sewing.

— Back hairs :

Round 1 :

Make a ch of 4 sts, from the 2nd st from the hook crochet: 3 sc; 5 ch, from the 2nd st from the hook crochet: 4 sc; 3 ch, from the 2nd st from the hook crochet: 2 sc. Cut off the thread and sew off the hairs with a needle, as shown in the photo.

— Ears (2 pcs) :

Info :

The main color - Alize Cotton gold beige 262.

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR

Info :

Cut off the thread, leaving a tip for sewing.

— Decoration :

Info :

Cut a long beige thread and make a tightening, as shown in the photo. Follow the points: 1-2-3. Cut a new thread and do the same on the other side: 4-5-6. Tie the threads together in a knot, pulling the eyes a little.

— Facial finishing and embroidery :

Info :

Embroider the nose between 21st and 22nd rnds. The width of the nose is 5 sc. Embroider as shown in the photo.

Info :

Take the white thread and embroider the whites of the eyes.

Info :

Take the brown thread and embroider the eyebrows.

Info :

Embroider the freckles with a thin Mouline thread of brown color. The photo shows where you need to embroider them.

— Assembly :

Info :

Sew on the ears between 20th and 21st rnds. Place the hairstyles as shown in the photo and sew them on. Sew the forelock in the middle, sew the short hairs on the back.

Assembly Instructions

  • Insert and secure the 6 mm safety eyes between rounds 19 and 20, counting 6 stitches from the marker to position them symmetrically.
  • Sew the ears between rounds 20 and 21, positioning them evenly on each side and securing with small stitches through the ear base.
  • Pin the hairstyle pieces to the head following the photos, then sew each piece in place with a sturdy whipstitch through the edge and weave in ends.
  • Braid the three hairstyle strands for each side, tie them with red thread, and sew the braided ends under the jumpsuit or behind the head to hide tails.
  • Embroider the nose between rounds 21 and 22 with a width of 5 sc, then embroider eyebrows and freckles with brown Mouline thread as shown in photos.
  • Embroider whites of the eyes with white thread and add subtle pink pastel tinting to cheeks if desired for added expression.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of round beginnings and placement, particularly when inserting safety eyes and counting stitches for facial features.
  • 💡Stuff firmly but gradually for a smooth head shape; overstuffing can distort increases and decreases around the face.
  • 💡Pin all parts in position before sewing to ensure correct symmetry and to check hairstyle placement from multiple angles.
  • 💡Weave in yarn ends securely and hide them inside the head to avoid loose threads later during play or display.

This Alice the Doll pattern is made with love and attention to tiny details to create a timeless little friend. Each finishing step — from embroidering freckles to sewing the hair — adds personality and charm you can be proud of. Make her for gifting, display, or to expand your amigurumi collection; she makes a perfect thoughtful handmade present. 🧵🧸

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 18-25 cm tall depending on yarn tension and whether you add the braided hairstyle; changing yarn weight will change final size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but the final size and stitch counts will be affected; if you change yarn weight, adjust hook size and test gauge to keep proportions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated Intermediate; basic amigurumi skills, increases, decreases and simple embroidery are required for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary with experience level and how much finishing detail you add.