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Emma Doll Amigurumi Pattern

Emma Doll Amigurumi Pattern
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12-15 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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Multi-Day Project

A rewarding 12+ hour journey—perfect for dedicated crafters who love detailed work.

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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 Emma Doll Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a full-sized Emma doll amigurumi (approx. 21 inches / 53 cm) complete with dress, boots, hat, and accessories. The pattern features clear round-by-round instructions, special techniques, and photo references to help you follow along. You will learn invisible color changes, overlay chain (OCH), spike stitches and finishing tips to assemble a polished handmade doll.

Emma Doll Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern is written for intermediate crocheters and includes stitch counts, color-change notes, and step-by-step assembly guidance. Video tutorial references and photo callouts are included to clarify key steps.

Why You'll Love This Emma Doll Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines playful colorwork with classic amigurumi shaping to create a doll full of personality. I enjoy the way the dress details — spikes and woven stitches — give such a handmade charm that stands out. The pattern encourages creativity through color choices and simple accessories so you can make Emma unique every time. I also appreciate the step-by-step photos and video callouts which make the trickier techniques much easier to follow.

Emma Doll Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Emma Doll Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Emma Doll Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Emma Doll Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how this pattern invites customization — I often change the dress color and stripe sequence to make each doll unique.

You can make a mini Emma by using DK weight yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm hook for a pocket-sized version, or use bulky yarn and a bigger hook for a chunky, huggable doll.

I sometimes swap the Bernat Velvet hair for twisted yarn braids or embroider the hair directly for a softer look; try different textures and lengths to change personality.

Try substituting color palettes: pastel shades for a sweet nursery style or bold jewel tones for a modern, vibrant doll — just keep the same yarn weight throughout.

If you want a posable figure, add thin armature wire in the limbs before stuffing and secure it at the joints so the doll maintains poseability.

For a holiday or seasonal version, adjust dress motifs: add a small heart, snowflake, or pumpkin using OCH to match the season.

I sometimes replace safety eyes with embroidered eyes for a fully washable toy or to achieve a softer, more vintage look for baby-safe gifts.

Embellish with tiny crocheted accessories — a scarf, hat, or bag — using leftover yarn to create coordinated outfits that expand play options.

Experiment with face expressions by moving eye placement or changing mouth embroidery; small shifts can make the doll look cheerful, shy, or thoughtful.

Finally, mix yarn brands for color variety but keep the same weight and test gauge so that pieces fit together correctly and the finished doll stands and wears clothing properly.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers when joining rounds leads to lost stitch counts; place a marker at the start of each round and move it up as you work to maintain accurate counts. ✗ Not stuffing as you go causes lumps and uneven shaping; stuff gradually and firmly at each stage so the piece keeps its correct silhouette. ✗ Forgetting to perform invisible color changes correctly will leave visible joins; follow the invisible change instructions and skip the color-change slip stitch in the next round when noted. ✗ Not pinning parts before sewing can lead to crooked placement; always pin limbs and accessories in place and check symmetry before sewing them securely. ✗ Pulling yarn too tightly while making OCH or overlay chains can pucker the fabric; keep a relaxed tension and test a small sample before applying across the whole piece.

Emma Doll Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming Emma crochet doll dressed for spring with a floral dress, striped leggings, and colorful accessories. This detailed amigurumi pattern guides you through each piece — arms, legs, boots, hips, sweater, dress, flower, leaf, stem, and head — so you can craft a full 21-inch / 53 cm doll. Perfect for stitchers who love colorful details and finishing techniques, with photo references and tips to help you along the way.

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Emma Doll Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Caron One Pound Yarn (16 oz. / 454 g, 812 yd. / 742 m, medium 4) - Color A: lace (used for skin/neutral parts)
  • 02
    Red Heart Super Saver (198 g / 7 oz, 333 meters / 364 yards per ball, medium 4) - Color B: scarlet
  • 03
    Red Heart Super Saver - Color C: mexicana (variegated)
  • 04
    Red Heart Super Saver - Color D: gold
  • 05
    Red Heart Super Saver - Color E: spring green
  • 06
    Red Heart Super Saver - Color F: hunter green
  • 07
    Loops & Threads Impeccable Solids (4.5 oz / 127.5 g, 285 yd / 260 m per ball, medium 4) - Color G: citron
  • 08
    Bernat Velvet Yarn (300 g / 10.5 oz, 288 m / 315 yd, bulky 5) - Color H: blackbird (for hair)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.5 mm
  • 02
    Stitch markers
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Tapestry/sewing needle
  • 05
    Polyester stuffing (fiberfill)
  • 06
    12 mm safety eyes (2 pieces)
  • 07
    Cardboard or thin plastic for shoe soles
  • 08
    Embroidery floss (black) for facial details
  • 09
    Reddish crayon for blush
  • 10
    Drinking straw (approximately 4.5 in / 11.5 cm) for neck support

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— Arms :

Info :

Make 2. Start with color A yarn. Crochet 4 chains. Begin working from the 2nd ch from the hook. Continue working around the foundation chain.

Round 1 :

2 sc, 3 sc in last ch, on the other side of the foundation chain, sc, inc [8]

Round 2 :

8 sc [8]

Round 3 :

(inc, 3 sc) x 2 [10]

Round 4 :

(inc, 4 sc) x 2 [12]

Round 5 :

(inc, 5 sc) x 2 [14]

Round 6 :

14 sc [14]

Round 7 :

3 ch, (continue working on the chain, beginning from the 2nd ch from the hook), 2 sc, sc in the first st of Rnd 6, 13 sc, 2 sc in the foundation chain free loops [18]

Round 8 :

inc, 16 sc, inc [20]

Round 9 :

dec 3 sc together as 1 sc, 6 sc, dec 3 sc together as 1 sc, 5 sc, dec 3 sc together as 1 sc [14]

Round 10 :

dec, 10 sc, dec [12]

Round 11-12 :

12 sc [12]

Info :

Stuff with fiberfill.

Round 13 :

(inc, 5 sc) x 2 [14]

Info :

Stuff with fiberfill as you go.

Round 14-18 :

14 sc [14]

Info :

Invisible color change: Do not forget to skip the color change ss in the next rnd.

Info :

Change to color F.

Round 19-34 :

14 sc [14]

Info :

Stuff with fiberfill as you go.

Info :

Finishing a piece worked on the round: Fasten off and weave in ends.

Info :

Work with color C.

Info :

OCH = Overlay chain yarn over the material.

Round 18B :

OCH 14 yarn over the material [14]

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends.

— Legs :

Info :

Make 2. Work with color D. Crochet 9 chains. Begin working from the 2nd ch from the hook. Continue working around the foundation chain.

Round 1 :

7 sc, 5 sc in last ch, turn to work on the other side of the foundation chain, 6 sc, 3 sc in last ch [21]

Round 2 :

7 sc, 5 inc, 7 sc, 2 inc [28]

Round 3 :

8 sc, (inc, sc) x 5, 7 sc, 3 inc [36]

Round 4 :

9 sc, (inc, 2 sc) x 5, 8 sc, inc, 2 sc, inc [43]

Round 5 :

14 sc, (inc, 3 sc) x 3, 12 sc, inc, 3 sc, inc [48]

Round 6 :

12 sc, inc, 13 sc, inc, 21 sc [50]

Info :

Using this sole as a pattern, cut out 1-2 mm smaller sole from cardboard or stiff plastic material (for a washable doll). Make 2.

Round 7 :

BLO 50 sc [50]

Info :

Change to color B. Invisible color change.

Round 8-11 :

50 sc [50]

Round 12 :

10 sc, (2 sc, dec) x 6, 16 sc [44]

Round 13 :

44 sc [44]

Round 14 :

10 sc, (sc, dec) x 6, 16 sc [38]

Info :

Insert the cardboard/plastic sole inside the shoe.

Round 15 :

38 sc [38]

Round 16 :

9 sc, 8 dec, 13 sc [30]

Round 17 :

5 sc, (dec, sc) x 6, 7 sc [24]

Info :

Regular color change. Change to color C. Regular color change.

Round 18 :

BLO 6 sc, 2 dec, sc, 2 dec, 9 sc [20]

Info :

Stuff foot.

— Right Leg :

Round 19-48 :

20 sc [20]

Info :

Stuff with fiberfill as you go.

Round 49 :

(9 sc, inc) x 2 [22]

Round 50 :

22 sc [22]

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Info :

Work with color D.

Info :

Hook orientation top to bottom.

Round 7B :

FLO 50 ss [50] Insert hook top to bottom.

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Round 8B :

OCH 50 yarn over the material [50]

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends.

— Left Leg :

Info :

Work rnds 1-49 as right leg.

Round 50 :

22 sc, 4 ch [26] Make sure the chains coincide with the center of the inside part of the leg, you may need to work one additional stitch to reach the center. Do not cut the yarn.

Info :

Make sure you finish both boots before continuing with the hip.

— Rain Boots :

Info :

Work with color B. Connect the yarn on rnd 17 first front loop. Hook orientation bottom to top.

Round 18B :

FLO 24 sc [24] Insert hook bottom to top.

Round 19B :

(11 sc, inc) x 2 [26]

Round 20B :

26 sc [26]

Round 21B :

6 sc, inc, 12 sc, inc, 6 sc [28]

Round 22B :

28 sc [28]

Round 23B :

13 sc, inc, 13 sc, inc [30]

Round 24B :

30 sc [30]

Round 25B :

14 sc, inc, 14 sc, inc [32]

Round 26B :

32 sc [32]

Info :

Change to color D. Invisible color change.

Round 27B :

32 sc [32]

Round 28B :

5 sc, 8 ch, skip 5 sts, 11 sc, 8 ch, skip 5 sts, 6 sc [38]

Round 29B :

5 sc, 10 sc around the chain, 11 sc, 10 sc around the chain, 6 sc [42]

Round 30B :

42 sc [42]

Round 31B :

42 ss [42]

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Info :

Work with color B.

Round 18C :

OCH 24 yarn over the material [24]

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Round 17B :

OCH 30 yarn over the material [30]

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends.

— Hips :

Info :

Connect chain with sc st to the interior middle side of right leg.

Round 51 :

22 sc, 4 sc (in the chain), 22 sc, 4 sc (in the chain) [52]

Info :

Continue crocheting to the middle of the right leg, 11 sc. Rnd 52 starts at the middle of the right side of the hip.

Round 52-54 :

52 sc [52]

Round 55 :

(dec, 24 sc) x 2 [50]

Round 56 :

50 sc [50]

Round 57 :

(dec, 23 sc) x 2 [48]

Round 58 :

48 sc [48]

Round 59 :

(dec, 22 sc) x 2 [46]

Round 60 :

46 sc [46]

Round 61 :

(dec, 21 sc) x 2 [44]

Round 62 :

44 sc [44]

Info :

Work with color C to the center of the right side of the waist, 1 sc. Rnd 63 starts at this point.

— Sweater :

Info :

Change to color F. Invisible color change.

Round 63 :

(21 sc, inc) x 2 [46]

Round 64 :

46 sc [46]

Round 65 :

(22 sc, inc) x 2 [48]

Round 66-80 :

48 sc [48]

Round 81 :

(22 sc, dec) x 2 [46]

Info :

Attach the arms in the next rnd. Pin the right arm on rnd 81, between sts 3 and 7. Pin left arm on rnd 81, between sts 26 and 30.

Round 82 :

2 sc, 5 sc (working together one right arm st with one torso st), 18 sc in the back, 5 sc (working together one left arm st with one torso st), 16 sc in the front [46]

Info :

Do not work on the sts in the armpit. You will work on the shoulder's sts, and torso's front and back sts from now on.

Round 83 :

2 sc, in the outside of the right arm (4 sc, inc, 4 sc), in the back 18 sc, in the outside of the left arm (4 sc, inc, 4 sc), in the front 16 sc [56]

Round 84-85 :

56 sc [56]

Round 86 :

(26 sc, dec) x 2 [54]

Round 87 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6 [48]

Round 88 :

3 sc, in the right shoulder 5 dec, 14 sc, in the left shoulder 5 dec, 11 sc [38]

Round 89 :

2 sc, 4 dec, 5 sc, dec, 5 sc, 4 dec, 4 sc, dec, 2 sc [28]

Round 90 :

2 sc, 2 dec, 10 sc, 2 dec, 8 sc [24]

Round 91 :

(sc, dec) x 8 [16]

Info :

Keep working to the right shoulder center 3 sts. Rnd 92 starts at this point. Stuff the torso up to the shoulders.

— Neck :

Info :

Tip: To keep the head from tilting, insert a piece of a wide beverage straw into the neck and halfway into the head. Stuff around the straw.

Info :

Change to color A. Invisible color change.

Round 92-99 :

16 sc [16]

Round 100 :

8 dec [8]

— Dress :

Info :

Work with color E. Chain 68. Ss st connecting the last chain with the first one to make a circumference. Work in rounds.

Round 1-2 :

68 sc [68]

Info :

ws = woven stitch

Round 3-5 :

34 ws [34 ws]

Round 6 :

68 sc [68]

Round 7 :

(15 sc, dec) x 4 [64]

Round 8-10 :

32 ws [32 ws]

Round 11 :

64 sc [64]

Round 12 :

(14 sc, dec) x 4 [60]

Round 13-15 :

30 ws [30 ws]

Round 16 :

60 sc [60]

Round 17 :

(8 sc, dec) x 6 [54]

Round 18-20 :

27 ws [27 ws]

Round 21 :

54 sc [54]

Round 22 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6 [48]

Round 23-25 :

24 ws [24 ws]

Round 26-27 :

48 sc [48]

Round 28-30 :

24 ws [24 ws]

Round 31 :

48 sc [48]

Round 32 :

15 sc, 12 ch, skip 8 sts, 16 sc, 12 ch, skip 8 sts, sc [56]

Round 33 :

15 sc, 14 sc around the chain, 16 sc, 14 sc around the chain, sc [60]

Round 34 :

(8 sc, dec) x 6 [54]

Info :

Change to color F. Invisible color change.

Round 35 :

sc, dec, sc, spike, 3 sc, (spike, sc, dec, sc) x 9, spike [44]

Info :

Change to color G. Invisible color change.

Round 36 :

sc, (spike, 3 sc) x 10, spike, 2 sc [44]

Round 37 :

44 ss [44]

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends. Work with color F in the foundation chain free loops.

Round 1B :

(3 sc, spike) x 17 [68]

Info :

Change to color G.

Round 2B :

sc, spike, (3 sc, spike) x 17 [68]

Round 3B :

68 ss [68]

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends.

— Flower :

Info :

Work with color D. Chain 5, ss in first chain to make a ring.

Round 1 :

ch, 14 sc around the ring [14]

Info :

Change to color B.

Info :

TRtog = 2 triple/treble together.

Round 2 :

ss in the first sc, 3 ch, (4 TRtog inserting the hook twice in the next sc and twice in the following st, 3 ch, ss in next st, 3 ch) x 3, 4 TRtog inserting the hook twice in the next sc and twice in the following st, 3 ch, ss in first rnd ch [instructions as shown]

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends. OCH = Overlay chain yarn under the material.

Info :

Pin the flower to the desired place in the dress and attach it using OCH 30 yarn under the material around the circle with color D. Make sure you feed the yarn from under the material.

— Leaf :

Info :

Work with color G. Chain 14. Begin from 2nd ch from the hook.

Round 1 :

3 sc, 2 hdc, 2 dc, tr, 2 dc, hdc, sc, 3 sc in last ch, continue working in the foundation chain back loops, sc, hdc, 2 dc, tr, 2 dc, 2 hdc, 3 sc [27]

Round 2 :

FLO 13 ss, inc ss [28]

Info :

Fasten off and weave in ends. Pin the leaf to the desired place in the dress and attach it using OCH through the leaf's center. Make sure you feed the yarn from under the material.

— Stem :

Info :

Embroider with color F and OCH yarn under the material a stem connecting the dress front bottom with the leaf and flower. The number of OCH will change depending on the placement of the flower. Double the stem thickness by passing a second time over the same stitches.

Info :

Put the dress on before attaching the head.

— Head :

Info :

Work with color A.

Round 1 :

6 sc in ring [6]

Round 2 :

6 inc [12]

Round 3 :

(sc, inc) x 6 [18]

Round 4 :

(sc, inc, sc) x 6 [24]

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]

Round 6 :

(2 sc, inc, 2 sc) x 6 [36]

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6 [42]

Round 8 :

(3 sc, inc, 3 sc) x 6 [48]

Round 9 :

(7 sc, inc) x 6 [54]

Round 10 :

(4 sc, inc, 4 sc) x 6 [60]

Round 11-23 :

60 sc [60] (13 Rnds)

Round 24 :

(4 sc, dec, 4 sc) x 6 [54]

Round 25 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6 [48]

Info :

Insert safety eyes in rnd 16 at the distance of 8 stitches from each other.

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the head to the neck by placing the dress on the torso first, then sew the head onto the neck opening, making sure the straw inside the neck is centered and the head sits straight.
  • Attach arms to the torso at round 81: pin the right arm between sts 3 and 7 and the left arm between sts 26 and 30, then sew each arm to the torso using a whipstitch through matching rounds.
  • Place and sew legs to the hips by aligning the chains from rnd 50 (left leg) and the corresponding hip opening; sew around the leg top securely and stuff the body as you join to keep shape.
  • Insert cardboard/plastic shoe sole into each boot before finishing the upper rounds for a clean, stable base, then sew the sole in place from the inside if needed.
  • Pin the flower and leaf on the dress as desired and attach using OCH (overlay chain) 30 yarn under the material around the circle with color D, feeding the yarn from under the fabric.
  • Insert the drinking straw into the neck and partly into the head before final stuffing to keep the head upright and secure it with yarn when sewing the head in place.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work all sections of this pattern with a 3.5 mm hook to achieve the correct gauge and proportions for the doll.
  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the beginning of rounds and key placement points for eyes, arms, and attachments to ensure accurate alignment.
  • 💡Stuff pieces firmly but gradually, stuffing each piece as you go to maintain smooth contours and avoid lumps during assembly.
  • 💡When changing colors invisibly, skip the color-change slip stitch in the next round when the pattern specifically instructs to do so.

This Emma Doll amigurumi is a colorful, handcrafted companion designed to brighten any shelf or playtime. The pattern includes detailed rounds, photo callouts, and video references for tricky techniques to make stitching a breeze. Bring your own color palette to life and create a one-of-a-kind friend to treasure! 🧶🌸

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 21 inches / 53 cm tall when made with the recommended yarns and 3.5 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but the final size will change; adjust your hook size and consider making a gauge swatch to match proportions.

Do I need experience to make this doll?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so familiarity with single crochet, increases, decreases, invisible color changes, and working in the front/back loops is recommended.

How long does this project usually take?

Most crocheters will spend 12-15 hours completing the doll due to the number of pieces and finishing steps, though time varies by experience.