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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 teaches you how to crochet "Alice, the Doll" from head to hair and decoration. You will work the head, sew in safety eyes, create hair pieces and braids, and finish with charming embroidered details. The pattern uses cotton yarns and includes step-by-step photos to guide assembly.

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

Perfect for making a gift-ready doll or collectible, the pattern covers stitching rounds, placement tips, and finishing touches. Techniques used include amigurumi magic ring, increases and decreases, and simple embroidery for facial features.

Why You'll Love This Alice, the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple stitches into a characterful little friend with personality. I enjoy how the hair and facial embroidery bring Alice to life and allow for personalization. The step-by-step photos make assembly approachable and rewarding. Every time I finish one I feel proud of the tiny details, like the freckles and forelock, that make her special.

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

Switch Things Up

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

I often change yarn weight and hook size to create a set of dolls at different scales; use bulky yarn for a chunky, cuddly friend or fine yarn for a tiny collector.

I like adding accessories like tiny crocheted hats, scarves, or a mini lollipop prop to give each doll extra personality.

For safer toys for little children, replace safety eyes with embroidered eyes and securely sew all parts with long, hidden stitches.

I sometimes add posable wire into the limbs for a sturdier, poseable doll; use aluminum wire inside legs or arms and secure ends well with stitching.

Try different hairstyles: give Alice braids, buns, or a short bob by altering hair piece placement and trimming strands to shape.

Embellish the outfit with tiny buttons, beads, or embroidered patches to make each doll feel handmade and unique.

If you want a mini keychain version, use thinner yarn, a smaller hook, and omit heavy stuffing for a lightweight charm.

I recommend testing different eye placements and mouth shapes on scrap rounds before final sewing to adjust the expression to your taste.

Finally, experiment with gentle shading using pastel or dry pigment to add rosy cheeks or subtle shadowing for a more lifelike finish.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to place the safety eyes between the 19th and 20th rounds can misplace facial features; count 6 SC from the marker in both directions and insert eyes before stuffing. ✗ Not stuffing the head tightly enough makes the doll floppy and misshapen; stuff gradually and firmly with fiberfill to keep smooth contours and avoid lumps. ✗ Missing or miscounting increases/decreases causes uneven shaping over multiple rounds; count your stitches after each increase or decrease round to stay accurate. ✗ Leaving too short a tail when cutting threads for sewing makes attachment difficult; leave a long tip for sewing when finishing small pieces like ears and hairstyle parts. ✗ Skipping the marker at round 20 leads to misplaced stitch references for eyes and ears; put a marker or contrasting thread at the specified spot to use as a reference.

Alice, the Doll Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming handmade doll with this detailed amigurumi pattern. You will follow clear step-by-step rounds, helpful photos, and finishing tips to create Alice with hair, clothes, and personality. This pattern includes materials, abbreviations, and assembly directions so you can finish a collectible doll you will be proud to display or gift. Enjoy creating a cozy, handcrafted friend.

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 head
  • 02
    Alize Cotton Gold - sweater colors (385 and 372)
  • 03
    YarnArt Jeans - hairstyle color 70 (brown)
  • 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
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 2 mm
  • 03
    Long needle for sewing
  • 04
    Mouline thread in black, white and brown colors
  • 05
    Dry or oil pink pastel (tinting brush for shading)
  • 06
    Fiberfill stuffing
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    Stick for stuffing or tweezers
  • 08
    Buttons 4 mm size
  • 09
    Tinting brush
  • 10
    Pins for assembly and placement
  • 11
    Carton or plastic for the insoles
  • 12
    Aluminum wire 1.5-2 mm size (optional for support)
  • 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.

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.

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 :

Info :

Crochet with the same brown color.

Instruction :

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 :

Instruction :

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.

— Face & Embroidery :

Info :

Insert and fix the safety eyes between rounds 19 and 20 (count 6 sc from marker). Embroider the nose between 21st and 22nd rnds. The width of the nose is 5 sc. Embroider as shown in the photo.

Instruction :

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

Instruction :

Take the brown thread and embroider the eyebrows.

Instruction :

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

Instruction :

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

Instruction :

Sew the forelock in the middle, sew the short hairs on the back.

Instruction :

Place the hairstyles as shown in the photo and sew them on.

Assembly Instructions

  • Insert and fix the safety eyes between rounds 19 and 20 by counting 6 SC from the marker in both directions, then secure before stuffing.
  • Sew on the ears between the 20th and 21st rounds, aligning them symmetrically and securing with a needle and matching thread.
  • Place hairstyles on the head as shown in the photos, pinning each piece before sewing to ensure correct position, then stitch securely.
  • Embroider the nose between the 21st and 22nd rounds with a width of 5 SC, then add whites of the eyes, eyebrows, and freckles as shown.
  • Sew the forelock in the middle of the forehead and attach the short hairs on the back with small, hidden stitches for a neat finish.

Important Notes

  • 💡Place a marker or a contrasting thread at round 20 to help locate eye and ear placement accurately.
  • 💡Insert safety eyes before heavy stuffing and secure them firmly so they do not shift when finishing the head.
  • 💡Leave a long tail when cutting thread for small parts so you have enough length for sewing and secure attachment.
  • 💡Stuff the head tightly and evenly with fiberfill to maintain shape and avoid lumps during assembly.

This Alice doll pattern brings a warm, handmade charm to your crafting table—perfect for gifting or keeping as a sweet collectible. Create detailed hair, delicate facial embroidery, and delightful accessories with easy-to-follow steps and photos. Enjoy the slow, satisfying process of making a tiny friend from yarn to finishing touches! 🧶🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished doll size depends on yarn and hook used; with Alize Cotton Gold and a 2 mm hook the head and proportions match the photos and make a small collectible doll around 18-22 cm tall when completed with body and clothing.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but final size will change; use an appropriate hook for your yarn and expect adjustments to stitch counts or proportions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes you know basic amigurumi techniques like magic ring, single crochet, increases, decreases, and simple embroidery.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crafters finish this project in about 8-10 hours, depending on experience, speed, and the amount of time spent on sewing and details.