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Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 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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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive crocheting.

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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 "Alice, the Doll" — a sweet amigurumi doll with detailed hair, embroidered features, and removable decorations. You will crochet the head, hairstyle pieces, ears and small facial details, assembling them for a polished finish. The pattern uses Alize Cotton Gold for the body and YarnArt Jeans for the hair for durable, neat stitches.

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

Clear round-by-round instructions and photo-based assembly tips help you place eyes, sew hairstyles, and embroider the nose and freckles. Ideal for crafters who enjoy finishing details and customizations.

Why You'll Love This Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it blends simple amigurumi shaping with charming finishing details that bring the doll to life. I enjoy the hair construction and the options for braids and forelock which let you personalize the style. The step-by-step photos make assembly feel achievable and fun, even with multiple small parts. I also appreciate how the pattern uses accessible yarns and tools so you can focus on creativity and finishing touches.

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Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize Alice by changing yarn colors; try pastel shades for a softer look or bright colors for a playful version.

You can make the doll bigger or smaller by using different yarn weights and corresponding hook sizes; bulky yarn gives a chunky, huggable doll while fingering yarn creates a tiny collectible.

I often add tiny crocheted props like a miniature lollipop or bag to give the doll extra personality and storytelling charm.

Swap safety eyes for embroidered eyes if you want a fully child-safe toy; this also changes the doll's expression in a sweet way.

Vary the hairstyle by making ponytails, buns or loose curls using the same braid and forelock instructions adapted to different lengths.

Try adding removable clothes like a tiny dress or jacket using leftover yarn for mix-and-match play possibilities.

Use metallic or variegated yarn for small accents like boots or buttons to add subtle visual interest and texture.

I sometimes add wire to the limbs for posability, but ensure ends are well wrapped and hidden for safety and durability.

Experiment with facial expressions by adjusting eyebrow placement, eye size or nose shape for different moods and characters.

For gifting, I like to add a small sewn label or ribbon and lightly tint the cheeks using a dry pastel for a delicate, finished look.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not placing the marker or contrasting thread at round 20 can make eye placement confusing; mark round 20 clearly and count 6 stitches from that marker for even eye spacing. ✗ Inserting safety eyes after overstuffing the head can distort placement; insert and fix safety eyes between rounds 19 and 20 before heavy stuffing to secure proper alignment. ✗ Skipping stitch counts during increase rounds leads to an off-round shape; count each increase round carefully and verify stitch totals shown in the pattern after each round. ✗ Pulling stuffing tight too early makes sewing the top difficult and lumpy; stuff gradually and firmly but leave room to close the head neatly before final decreases. ✗ Not leaving long sewing tails when cutting threads for hair and accessories makes attachment fiddly; always leave a tip for sewing and weave ends as you attach parts. ✗ Sewing hairstyles without pinning causes asymmetry; pin hairstyles and braids in place first to check placement and symmetry before final stitching.

Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

Create a charming handmade Alice doll with this detailed crochet pattern. You will learn step-by-step head shaping, hair assemblies, and facial embroidery to bring personality to your amigurumi. The pattern uses common stitches and clear photos to guide you through assembly and finishing. Perfect for making a thoughtful gift or a treasured keepsake.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Alice the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Alize Cotton Gold - main color beige 262 for body and skin
  • 02
    Alize Cotton Gold - sweater colors 385 and 372
  • 03
    YarnArt Jeans color 70 for hairstyle (brown)
  • 04
    YarnArt Jeans colors 40 and 66 for boots
  • 05
    Alize Cotton Gold - jumpsuit color 390
  • 06
    YarnArt Jeans color 40 for straps
  • 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
  • 02
    Crochet hook 2 mm
  • 03
    Long needle (sewing needle)
  • 04
    Mouline thread of black, white and brown colors
  • 05
    Dry or oil pink pastel for tinting
  • 06
    Fiberfill (stuffing)
  • 07
    Stick for stuffing or tweezers
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    Buttons 4 mm size
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    Tinting brush
  • 10
    Pins for assembly
  • 11
    Carton or plastic for the insoles
  • 12
    Aluminum wire 1.5-2 mm size
  • 13
    Scissors
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    Yarn needle for sewing pieces together
  • 15
    Stitch markers (recommended)

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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.

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.

Round 1 :

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.

Round 2 :

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.

Instructions :

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.

Info :

Repeat placement and sew the short hairs on the back as shown in photos.

— 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 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. The photo shows where you need to embroider them.

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, 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 each side for even placement.
  • Sew on the ears between rounds 20 and 21 using the tail left from cutting the ear pieces to secure them in place.
  • Position hairstyles, braids and forelock as shown in the photos, pin them in place, then sew them securely with a yarn needle using the sewing tails.
  • Embroider the nose between rounds 21 and 22 with a width of approximately 5 sc and add whites of the eyes, eyebrows and freckles using the recommended threads.
  • Stuff the head firmly with fiberfill before closing; leave enough stuffing space to sew the top neatly after the final decreases.
  • Tie and secure braids with red thread and trim excess tails, then hide ends inside the hairstyle or weave them under stitches.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a stitch marker or contrasting thread to mark round 20 for accurate eye placement and shaping.
  • 💡Insert safety eyes before heavy stuffing to ensure correct placement and avoid distortion in the face area.
  • 💡Leave sewing tails when you cut threads for small parts like ears, forelock and hairstyle pieces to make attachment easier.
  • 💡Pin pieces in place and check symmetry before sewing to achieve a balanced final appearance.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and evenly to avoid lumps and to maintain the intended shape of the head and hair attachments.

This sweet Alice the Doll pattern helps you create a cuddly companion full of personality and charm. The step-by-step rounds and photos make assembly approachable and rewarding for intermediate crocheters. Add your own color choices and tiny details to make Alice uniquely yours. 🧶🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi size depends on yarn and hook, but using Alize Cotton Gold and a 2 mm hook the head and proportions match the photos; expect a small doll around 20-25 cm tall when complete with body and clothes.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but this will change the final size and stitch tension; choose an appropriate hook for your yarn and adjust eye size and stuffing accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate; basic knowledge of amigurumi techniques like magic ring, increases, decreases and sewing pieces together is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 8-10 hours depending on experience, detailing and assembly time; adding hair and embroidery may extend the total time.