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Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

Alice the 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 Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern guides you to crochet 'Alice', a sweet amigurumi doll with a sculpted head, braided hairstyle, and embroidered facial details. It uses cotton yarns and includes step-by-step rounds for each piece and clear photos to show placement and finishing. You will learn how to attach hairstyles, embroider facial features, and assemble the doll for a polished handmade gift.

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

The pattern is written in rounds and uses common amigurumi techniques with helpful photos for tricky steps. Follow the rounds exactly and use the materials list to match tension and size.

Why You'll Love This Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines simple amigurumi shaping with charming little details that give Alice real personality. I enjoy the textured hairstyles and the way small embroidered features can change her expression. The process is relaxing and rewarding — each step builds toward a very satisfying finished doll. I also love that the pattern includes photos to make assembly and finishing much easier and more approachable.

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Switch Things Up

I love swapping colors to create different personalities for Alice; try pastel shades for a softer look or bright colors for a playful version.

I often change hair color or braid style to make siblings or a whole family set — mix and match yarns for variety.

To make a mini keychain version, use thinner yarn and a smaller hook; for a cuddly chunky doll use bulkier yarn with a bigger hook.

I sometimes add felt accessories like small hats or tiny crocheted props to tell a story with the doll.

Try embroidering different expressions: a small smile, surprised mouth, or closed eyes will completely change her character.

For posable limbs, add thin wire inside the arms or legs before sewing to the body so you can pose her hands or legs.

I like to experiment with blush and pastel shading — a little pink pastel on the cheeks makes the face instantly warmer.

Add tiny buttons, beads or a crocheted collar as removable clothing details to give Alice a wardrobe of looks.

If you want a faster version, make a simplified head with fewer rounds and skip some hair details to finish more quickly.

I also enjoy making small themed versions — seasonal colors, holiday accessories, or miniature props like a tiny lollipop or toy cart to complement Alice.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers when working rounds can make increases and decreases hard to track; place a marker at the start of each round to maintain correct stitch counts. ✗ Forgetting to insert safety eyes at the correct round will change facial placement; count stitches between marker rounds and insert eyes between rounds 19 and 20 as instructed. ✗ Overstuffing the head can distort shaping and make sewing hairstyles difficult; stuff gradually and firmly but not excessively, shaping as you go. ✗ Not securing long thread tails for sewing will make attaching parts messy; leave long tails and use them to sew pieces neatly in place. ✗ Ignoring tension consistency will result in mismatched parts and uneven assembly; use the recommended yarn and hook or adjust hook size to match gauge.

Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

Create a charming handmade Alice doll with this detailed crochet pattern. You will make a beautifully shaped head, textured hairstyle, delicate facial features, and sewn-on accessories. The pattern includes step-by-step rounds, photos, and finishing tips so you can follow along with confidence and bring Alice to life.

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Alize Cotton Gold (main skin color) - beige 262
  • 02
    Alize Cotton Gold for sweater - colors 385 and 372
  • 03
    YarnArt Jeans (hair) - brown 70
  • 04
    YarnArt Jeans for boots - colors 40 and 66
  • 05
    Alize Cotton Gold for jumpsuit - color 390
  • 06
    YarnArt Jeans for straps - color 40
  • 07
    Alize Cotton Gold for patch on jumpsuit - color 385
  • 08
    Alize Cotton Gold for berries - color 390
  • 09
    Alize Cotton Gold for leaves - color 372
  • 10
    Alize Cotton Gold for pantyhose - colors 62 and 385
  • 11
    Alize Cotton Gold for collar - color 390

— Tools Required

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

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— Head :

Info :

The main color - Alize Cotton gold beige 262.

Round 1 :

6 sc in MR (6)

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 (60)

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 (64)

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 (6)

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 (60)

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 each when fixed to the head. 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.

Info :

Repeat the same with the other hairstyle. Braid the strands and tie with the red thread.

— Forelock :

Info :

Crochet with the same brown color.

Item Name (P1) :

1st part of the forelock: 5 ch, from the 2nd st from the hook crochet 4 sc. Cut the thread, leaving a tip for sewing.

Item Name (P2) :

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

— Back hairs :

Info :

Crochet with the same brown color. 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 (6)

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.

— Embroidery and Finishing :

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 according to the photo guide.

Info :

Sew on the ears between 20th and 21st rnds.

Info :

Place the hairstyles as shown in the photo and sew them on. Sew the forelock in the middle and sew the short hairs on the back.

Assembly Instructions

  • Insert and fix safety eyes between rounds 19 and 20, counting 6 stitches from the marker to place them symmetrically, then secure with washers.
  • Stuff the head firmly with fiberfill before closing, shaping the cheeks and chin as you go to match the photos.
  • Embroider the nose between rounds 21 and 22; make the nose width equal to 5 single crochet and shape following the photo guide.
  • Sew the ears to the head between rounds 20 and 21, aligning each ear at the same height on both sides and secure with small whipstitches.
  • Place the two hairstyle pieces on the head as shown in photos, pin in position and sew them on neatly using the long thread tails.
  • Attach braided strands to the hairstyles, braid the three strands and tie them with red thread as decoration, trimming excess and securing the ends.
  • Sew the forelock into the center front, sew short back hairs into place, and tidy ends before final shaping and facial embroidery.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of the beginning of rounds and the contrast thread marker placed at round 20 for eye alignment.
  • 💡Stuff firmly but not too tight to maintain natural shaping; overstuffing can distort facial features and make sewing hairstyles difficult.
  • 💡Leave long tail threads when cutting off pieces so you have enough length for sewing pieces securely in place.
  • 💡Pin parts in position before sewing to ensure symmetry and correct placement, especially for hairstyles and ears.
  • 💡Weave in ends as you go to keep the assembly process tidy and prevent bulky seams.

This Alice doll pattern brings a playful, handmade charm to your craft table and makes a heartfelt gift for loved ones. The step-by-step rounds and clear photos help you finish a professional-looking doll you can be proud of. Enjoy decorating and personalizing Alice with tiny details and colors of your choice. 🧶🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 22-25 cm tall when using the recommended cotton yarn and 2 mm hook; size may vary with yarn and tension.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but this will affect size and details; if you change yarn weight, adjust your hook size and check stitch counts frequently.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic amigurumi skills (magic ring, increases, decreases, sewing pieces) are recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crafters will need 12-15 hours across multiple sessions to complete the doll, depending on experience and the time spent on finishing and embroidery.

Where should I place the safety eyes?

Place the safety eyes between rounds 19 and 20; count six single crochets from the contrast marker in both directions to position them symmetrically.