This boy crochet doll in mint and peach is a sweet and stylish handmade figure. Ideal for children or collectors, his soft colors and gentle features make him a standout amigurumi design.
A Gentle and Unique Crochet Doll for Boys
Perfectly crocheted from head to toe, this soft boy doll brings peace and personality to any playroom. His adorable outfit and calm expression win hearts instantly.
Materials:
- Yarn (DK or worsted weight):
- Light beige (head, body, limbs, ears)
- Soft green (sweater)
- Pink or white (heart detail)
- 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm crochet hook
- Safety eyes (8โ10 mm)
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
- Optional: blush or pink crayon for cheeks
Abbreviations (US Terms):
- MR โ Magic Ring
- ch โ chain
- sc โ single crochet
- inc โ increase (2 sc in 1 stitch)
- dec โ decrease (sc 2 together)
- BLO โ back loop only
- FLO โ front loop only
- sl st โ slip stitch
- st(s) โ stitch(es)
Legs (make 2):
With beige yarn:
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Round 3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rounds 4โ7: sc around (18)
Round 8: (2 sc, dec) x4, 2 sc (14)
Rounds 9โ12: sc around (14)
Fasten off the first leg. Donโt cut yarn on the second.
Join Legs & Make Body:
Ch 3, join to the first leg.
Round 13: sc around both legs + chain (14 + 3 + 14 + 3 = 34)
Rounds 14โ18: sc around (34)
Switch to soft green (sweater):
Rounds 19โ24: sc around (34)
Round 25: (3 sc, dec) x6, 4 sc (28)
Round 26: (2 sc, dec) x6, 4 sc (22)
Round 27: (sc, dec) x6, 4 sc (16)
Stuff as you go.
Head:
Switch back to beige:
Round 1: inc x6 (6)
Round 2: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
Round 3: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Round 4: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Round 5: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
Rounds 6โ12: sc around (36)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 9โ10, about 7โ8 sts apart
Round 13: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
Round 14: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Round 15: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Round 16: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
Round 17: dec x6 (6)
Fasten off and close. Stuff firmly.
Arms (make 2):
With beige yarn:
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Rounds 3โ5: sc around (12)
Round 6: (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
Switch to green (sweater sleeves):
Rounds 7โ13: sc around (9)
Do not stuff. Flatten and sew to the sides of the body.
Ears (make 2):
With beige yarn:
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Round 3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
Round 4: sc around (18)
Fasten off, flatten and sew to sides of the head.
Tail (optional):
With beige yarn:
Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Round 2: (sc, inc) x3 (9)
Round 3: sc around (9)
Stuff lightly and sew to lower back.
Heart Appliquรฉ (on sweater):
With pink yarn:
Ch 2
Round 1: Work 6 sc into second ch from hook (6)
Round 2: (sc, inc) around (9)
Fasten off and shape gently into a heart with fingers. Sew to the front center of the sweater.
Optional variation: embroider a tiny heart instead of crocheting it.
Finishing Touches:
- Sew head to body.
- Use blush or embroidery for cheeks.
- Embroider a tiny nose and mouth using black or brown yarn.
- Optional: embroider lines on sweater for ribbing effect.