Black Widow Amigurumi: A Crochet Tribute to the Fierce Spy

by Crochet 02/15/2025

The Black Widow amigurumi is a beautifully crafted crochet doll that embodies the strength and elegance of Marvel’s famous spy. Dressed in her signature black tactical suit with red details, this handmade piece is a perfect addition to any superhero collection.

Why Every Marvel Fan Needs a Black Widow Amigurumi

This Black Widow amigurumi showcases the powerful and fearless Avenger in adorable crochet form. Whether displayed as a collectible or gifted to a fan, this tiny superhero brings charm and character to any collection.

Pattern Here

Skill Level: Intermediate
Size: Approximately 15-18 cm (6-7 inches) tall
Materials:

Yarn: Cotton or acrylic yarn in skin tone, black (suit), red (belt symbol), brown (hair), gray (accessories).
Hook: 2.5 mm or appropriate for your yarn.
Safety eyes: 8 mm
Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Black and red embroidery thread (for facial details and belt symbol)
Stitch marker

Abbreviations (US Terms):

MR – Magic ring
SC – Single crochet
INC – Increase (2 SC in one stitch)
DEC – Decrease (invisible recommended)
HDC – Half double crochet
DC – Double crochet
BLO – Back loop only
FLO – Front loop only
SL ST – Slip stitch
CH – Chain
FO – Fasten off

Head (Use skin tone yarn)

MR, 6 SC (6)
INC around (12)
(SC, INC) * 6 (18)
(2 SC, INC) * 6 (24)
(3 SC, INC) * 6 (30)
(4 SC, INC) * 6 (36)
7-12. SC around (36)
(4 SC, DEC) * 6 (30)
(3 SC, DEC) * 6 (24)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 8 and 9, about 7 stitches apart.
(2 SC, DEC) * 6 (18)
(SC, DEC) * 6 (12)
DEC around (6)
FO, leaving a tail. Sew hole closed and weave in ends.

Body (Use Black Yarn for Suit)

MR, 6 SC (6)
INC around (12)
(SC, INC) * 6 (18)
(2 SC, INC) * 6 (24)
5-10. SC around (24)
Switch to Red Yarn for Belt
BLO, SC around (24)
(2 SC, DEC) * 6 (18)
(SC, DEC) * 6 (12)
Stuff the body firmly.
DEC around (6), FO, leaving a tail to sew to the head.

Legs (Make 2, Use Black Yarn for Boots and Suit)

MR, 6 SC (6)
INC around (12)
3-6. SC around (12)
Stuff lightly. FO on the first leg. After finishing the second, do not cut the yarn; join both legs with a SC and continue to the body.

Arms (Make 2, Use Skin Tone and Black Yarn)

Start with Skin Tone Yarn: MR, 6 SC (6)
2-3. SC around (6)
Switch to Black Yarn for Suit and Gloves
4-8. SC around (6)
Stuff lightly and FO, leaving a tail for sewing.

Hair (Brown Yarn)

Create a wig cap:
- MR, 6 SC (6)
- INC around (12)
- (SC, INC) * 6 (18)
- (2 SC, INC) * 6 (24)
- (3 SC, INC) * 6 (30)
- SC around for 5 rounds, FO.
Cut strands of brown yarn about 15 cm (6 inches) long.
Attach them to the head using a latch hook method.
Trim and style into wavy shoulder-length hair.

Belt and Accessories (Red and Gray Yarn)

Belt Symbol:
- CH 4, turn, SC back (3).
- FO, shape into an hourglass for the Black Widow logo, and sew onto the belt area.
Arm Bands (Gray Yarn)
- CH 6, SL ST to form a ring.
- SC around, FO, and attach to the wrists.

Assembly and Finishing

Sew the head to the body.
Attach the arms slightly to the sides.
Attach the legs securely to the lower body.
Embroider eyebrows and mouth with black thread.
Attach the hair and style it into a wavy bob.
Sew the belt symbol and add gray accessories to complete the look.

Your Black Widow Amigurumi is now ready!