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Ballerina Doll Amigurumi Pattern

Ballerina 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 Ballerina Doll Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern guides you through crocheting a charming ballerina doll complete with tutu, hair bun and little bow. It uses continuous rounds and basic shaping to build the head, body, arms, legs, shoes and hair. Photos are included to help with assembly and positioning.

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

Designed for intermediate crocheters familiar with increases and decreases, this pattern is detailed and photo-assisted. The finished doll is delicate, playful and perfect for gifting or display.

Why You'll Love This Ballerina Doll Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines classic amigurumi shaping with a playful tutu that gives the doll lots of character. I enjoy the hair construction technique — the layered hair strands and bun are so satisfying to assemble and give a professional finish. I also love that the pattern uses simple, repeatable rounds so you can relax into the rhythm of crocheting while still creating something detailed. Making the little bow and hangers is one of my favorite final touches that brings the whole piece together.

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

Switch Things Up

I love customizing this pattern by changing the dress color palette; try pastel shades for a soft look or bold jewel tones for a striking dancer.

I often increase the yarn weight and use a larger hook to create a chunkier, cuddly version that works great as a plush toy.

To make a mini keychain version, use thinner yarn and a crochet hook one or two sizes smaller and reduce stitch counts proportionally.

I sometimes embroider different facial expressions to give each doll its own personality; small changes to eye placement and mouth shape go a long way.

Swap the flat bow for a tiny crocheted flower or add lace trim to the dress for a vintage-inspired ballerina.

Try adding wire to the legs or arms if you want a poseable doll that can hold different positions.

Make sets in coordinating colors — a group of dolls in matching tutus makes a beautiful display or gift set.

I like to add tiny accessories like a ribbon choker or a crocheted hair clip to make the doll extra special for gifting.

For baby-safe versions, embroider features instead of using safety eyes and choose hypoallergenic stuffing and yarns.

If you want a festive twist, crochet the dress in seasonal colors and add small embroidered motifs like stars or hearts to the skirt.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during continuous rounds can cause you to lose track of the start; place a marker at the first stitch of every round to keep accurate counts. ✗ Understuffing or overstuffing the body will change the doll's shape and stability; stuff gradually and evenly, checking shape as you go for a smooth finish. ✗ Not counting stitches after increases or decreases leads to inconsistent shaping; count your stitches at the end of each round to ensure the correct stitch total. ✗ Pulling your yarn too tightly when making hair strands can make the hair stiff and difficult to sew; maintain a relaxed tension and adjust by hand when joining strands. ✗ Sewing limbs without pinning them first often results in asymmetry; pin arms and legs into position and check from multiple angles before sewing securely.

Ballerina Doll Amigurumi Pattern

Make a sweet ballerina amigurumi with this detailed crochet pattern. You will create a cute doll with a twirl-ready tutu, hair bun, and charming bow using simple amigurumi techniques. Follow step-by-step rounds and clear stitch counts to assemble a lovely handmade gift. Perfect for gifting, decorating, or adding to your toy collection.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Ballerina Doll Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Yarn suitable for 2.5 mm hook (unspecified weight) - main yarn for body
  • 02
    Light Pink - Main Color (body and limbs)
  • 03
    Black - Color A (details, optional)
  • 04
    Gray - Color B (dress)
  • 05
    Mustard - Color C (hair)
  • 06
    Cream/White - Accent color for bow and shoes

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.5 mm or a size that fits your yarn
  • 02
    Scissors
  • 03
    Polyester stuffing
  • 04
    Tapestry needle for sewing and weaving ends
  • 05
    Stitch marker
  • 06
    Pins for assembly
  • 07
    Optional: safety eyes or embroidery thread for facial features

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— Abbreviation/US terminology :

Infos :

blo - back loop. ch - chain. cr - crochet. dc - double crochet. dc3tog - double crochet three together. dec - decrease. flo - front loop. hdc - half double crochet. FO - Fasten Off. inc - increase. rnd(s) - round(s). sc - single crochet. sc3tog - single crochet three together. slst - slip stitch. st - stitch. tr - treble stitch. (...) - number in parentheses indicates the number of stitches at the end of the round. [...] - repeat instructions x times or to the end of the round. (...) - work the stitches all into the same stitch.

— Materials :

Info :

- Yarn. - 2.5 mm hook size or a size that fits your yarn. - Scissors, stuffing, tapestry needle, stitch marker and pins. Main Color: Light Pink A: Black B: Gray C: Mustard. You are welcome to sell items made from this pattern. I would be happy if you link back to my shop and give credit to me as the designer.

— Finished Size :

Info :

FINISHED SIZE Around 20 cm in circumference, about 10 cm in length.

— Legs & Body :

Rnd 1-10 :

ch.10 ch into 20 sc

Rnd 2-5 :

(4 ring)sc into sc(20)

Rnd 6-7 :

sc into sc(6 sc dec)7 sc into sc(14)

Rnd 7-5 :

sc into sc(4 sc dec)5 sc into sc(10)

Rnd 8-4 :

sc into sc(2 sc dec)4 sc into sc(8)

Rnd 9-16 :

(8 ring)sc into sc(8)

Rnd 17-2 :

sc inc(10)

Rnd 18-21 :

(4 ring)sc into sc(10)

Rnd 22-2 :

sc inc(12)

Rnd 23-30 :

(8 ring)sc into sc(12)

Rnd 31-2 :

sc inc(14)

Rnd 32-35 :

(4 ring)sc into sc(14)fo.

Info :

Bring the legs together. make 2 ch between

Rnd 36-14 :

sc into sc 2ch into sc 14 sc into sc(30 sc)

Rnd 37-43 :

(7 ring)sc into sc(30 sc)

Rnd 44 :

(6 times)3 sc into sc next dec(24)

Rnd 45 :

sc into sc(24)

Rnd 46 :

(6 times)3 sc into sc next inc(30)

Info :

Fill the body. Keep filling as you go.

Rnd 47-53 :

(7 ring)sc into sc(30)

Rnd 54-5 :

sc into sc join the first arm (5 sc)10 sc into sc join the second arm (5 sc)5 sc into sc(30 sc)

Rnd 55 :

(6 times)3 sc into sc next dec(24)

Rnd 56 :

(6 times)2 sc into sc next dec(18)

Rnd 57 :

sc into sc(18)

Rnd 58 :

(6 times)1sc into sc next dec(12)

Rnd 59-62 :

(4 ring)sc into sc(12)fo.Leave a long thread to sew on.

— Arms :

Info :

MAIN COLOR

Rnd 1-6 :

sc in a mr

Rnd 2-6 :

(5 ring)sc into sc (6)

Rnd 7-3 :

ch.turn.3ch into sc 6 sc into sc

Rnd 8 :

(4 times)sc inc(10 sc)

Rnd 9-28 :

(20 ring)sc into sc(10)fo. Fill the sleeves.

Section :

FLOWER BUCKLE - Rnd 1-18 ch.

Rnd 2 :

(6 times)1 ch into 3 hdc 1 ch into sc

Rnd 3 :

(6 times)1 ch into 3 cr 1 ch into sc fo.

Info :

Leave a long thread to sew on.

— Dress :

Info :

B COLOR

Rnd 1-35 :

ch.

Rnd 2-35 :

ch into sc(35 sc)turn

Rnd 3-9 :

(7 ring)sc into sc(35)

Rnd 10 :

(35 times)1 sc into 3 cr(105 cr)

Rnd 11-15 :

(5 ring)cr into cr(105 cr)

Rnd 16 :

in blo cr into hdc(105 hdc)

Rnd 17 :

A COLOR - in flo along the ring 1 sc into sc 1 sc into 3 hdc fo.

— Bow & Hangers :

Section :

BOW - A color- 10 ch.

Rnd 2 :

(2 ring)10 ch into cr fo.Wrap it in the middle. sew it to the waist of the dress.

Section :

HANGER - MAKE 2

Rnd 1 :

21 ch.

Rnd 2 :

21 ch into sc fo.

Info :

Leave a long thread to sew on.

— Head :

Info :

MAIN COLOR

Rnd 1-6 :

sc in a mr

Rnd 2-6 :

sc inc(12)

Rnd 3 :

(6 times)1 sc into sc next inc(18)

Rnd 4 :

(6 times)2 sc into sc next inc(24)

Rnd 5 :

(6 times)3 sc into sc next inc(30)

Rnd 6 :

(6 times)4 sc into sc next inc(36)

Rnd 7 :

(6 times)5 sc into sc next inc(42)

Rnd 8-17 :

(10 ring)sc into sc(42)

Rnd 18 :

(6 times)5 sc into sc next dec(36)

Rnd 19 :

(6 times)4 sc into sc next dec(30)

Rnd 20 :

(6 times)3 sc into sc next dec(24)

Rnd 21 :

(6 times)2 sc into sc next dec(18)

Rnd 22 :

(6 times)1 sc into sc next dec(12)

Rnd 23 :

6 sc dec (6 sc)fo.

Info :

Leave a long thread to sew on.

— Hairs :

Info :

C COLOR

Rnd 1-6 :

sc in a mr

Rnd 2-6 :

sc inc(12)

Rnd 3 :

1 sc into sc next inc(18)

Rnd 4 :

First Layer 20 ch.ch into sc(20 sc)(12 hair strands) 13 ch.ch into sc(10 hair strands)

Info :

Top Layer-50 ch.ch into sc(5 hair strands) Gather strands of hair, wrap and sew.

— Shoes :

Info :

SHOES -A color-

Rnd 1 :

12 ch.

Rnd 2 :

12 ch inc(24 sc)

Rnd 3-6 :

(4 ring)sc into sc (24)

Rnd 7-8 :

sc into sc(4 sc dec)8 sc into sc(20)

Rnd 8-2 :

sc into sc 14 ch.Turn 14 ch into sc(14 sc)

Rnd 9-14 :

sc into sc 14 ch.Turn ch into sc fo.

Info :

Leave a long thread to sew on.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the head to the top opening of the body using the long thread left from the head; align neck rounds and sew evenly around to secure the head to the torso.
  • Position arms on either side of the body where you joined them in Rnd 54; pin them in place and sew through the joining rounds for a neat attachment.
  • Attach legs at the base of the body where the leg joins were made; sew securely and add extra stitches across the seam for stability if the doll will be handled.
  • Sew the hair strands onto the hair cap (Rnd 1-6 of Hairs), gather and wrap the top layers to form the bun, then sew the bun onto the top of the head and secure with hidden stitches.
  • Attach the bow to the front waist of the dress by wrapping and sewing it in the middle as instructed, and sew the hanger loops to the dress straps or back to create criss-cross straps.
  • Sew shoes onto the ends of the legs using the long thread left on the shoes, and weave in all ends neatly on the inside of the pieces.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the beginning of each round to maintain accurate stitch counts and avoid accidental increases or decreases.
  • 💡Stuff the body gradually as you crochet so you can shape the piece properly; overstuffing at once can create lumps and uneven shaping.
  • 💡Leave long tails when finishing parts intended for sewing so you have enough yarn to attach pieces without having to join new strands.
  • 💡Pin parts in place before sewing to check alignment and symmetry, especially arms and hair placement to ensure the finished doll looks balanced.

This ballerina amigurumi pattern brings a tiny dancer to life with a twirling tutu, tidy hair bun, and sweet bow. Make one as a special handmade gift or a charming shelf decoration. Enjoy the process and add your own little touches to make each doll unique. 🧶🩰

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures around 20 cm in circumference and about 10 cm in length using the recommended yarn and 2.5 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

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

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so familiarity with continuous rounds, increases and decreases is recommended 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 depending on experience and how much time you spend on finishing details.