Charming Lara Croft Amigurumi: A Gamer's Collectible

Discover the intricate charm of this delightful Lara Croft amigurumi, a perfect miniature representation of the iconic adventurer. This handmade creation captures Lara’s distinctive look, from her signature braids to her trusty holsters, all crafted with meticulous crochet detail. Such amigurumi pieces are not just toys; they are wearable art that showcase a love for both gaming and artisan craftsmanship. It’s an ideal way to carry a piece of your favorite gaming hero with you, making it a unique collectible. The attention to detail truly makes this Lara Croft amigurumi stand out.

The Enduring Appeal of Lara Croft Amigurumi

Handcrafted items like this provide a personal touch rarely found in mass-produced merchandise. Owning a Lara Croft amigurumi connects fans to the character in a charming and tangible way, celebrating both the game and the art of crochet. These unique keychains or display figures make thoughtful gifts for any Tomb Raider enthusiast, offering a blend of nostalgia and craftsmanship. They serve as a testament to the creativity involved in transforming beloved characters into soft, adorable yarn figures. Whether for collecting or daily use, a well-made amigurumi piece like this is sure to bring joy.

Pattern Here

Here is a detailed amigurumi pattern to replicate the Adventurer Keychain Doll from the image.

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**Amigurumi Adventurer Keychain Doll Pattern**

This pattern creates an adorable, chibi-style amigurumi doll inspired by a famous adventurer, perfect as a keychain!

**Skill Level:** Intermediate

**Finished Size:** Approximately 4.5-5 inches tall (excluding keychain ring), depending on yarn and hook size.

**Materials:**

*   **Yarn:** DK (Light Worsted) weight cotton yarn is recommended for a crisp finish, but acrylic can also be used.
    *   **Skin Color:** Light Peach/Beige (approx. 20g)
    *   **Hair Color:** Dark Brown (approx. 15g)
    *   **Top Color:** Light Teal/Mint Green (approx. 5g)
    *   **Shorts Color:** Tan/Khaki (approx. 5g)
    *   **Black:** (approx. 10g) for belt, holsters, shoes
    *   **White:** (small amount) for top straps, shoe details
    *   **Yellow/Gold:** (small amount of yarn or embroidery floss) for belt buckle
*   **Crochet Hook:** 2.5mm or 3.0mm (use a hook size that creates tight stitches without gaps, preventing stuffing from showing through)
*   **Safety Eyes:** 6mm or 8mm black safety eyes
*   **Stuffing:** Polyester fiberfill
*   **Tapestry Needle:** For sewing parts and weaving in ends
*   **Scissors**
*   **Stitch Marker:** Essential for working in continuous rounds
*   **Keychain Ring:** (Optional)

**Abbreviations:**

*   **MR:** Magic Ring
*   **ch:** Chain
*   **sc:** Single Crochet
*   **inc:** Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
*   **dec:** Decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
*   **sl st:** Slip Stitch
*   **FO:** Fasten Off
*   **BLO:** Back Loop Only
*   **FLO:** Front Loop Only
*   **st(s):** Stitch(es)
*   **( )** : Repeat instructions in parentheses the specified number of times
*   **[ ]** : Total number of stitches at the end of the round/row

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**Pattern Instructions:**

**Head & Body (Worked as One Piece)**

*Start with Skin Color yarn.*

**Head:**
R1: MR 6 sc [6]
R2: (inc) x 6 [12]
R3: (sc, inc) x 6 [18]
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 [24]
R5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]
R6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 [36]
R7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 [42]
R8-R15: sc in each st around (8 rounds) [42]
*Insert safety eyes between R12 and R13, about 7-8 stitches apart. Make sure they are centered.*
R16: (5 sc, dec) x 6 [36]
R17: (4 sc, dec) x 6 [30]
R18: (3 sc, dec) x 6 [24]
*Start stuffing the head firmly. Continue stuffing as you go.*

**Body:**
R19: In BLO, sc in each st around [24]
*This BLO round creates a neat neck definition and helps shape the head/body join.*
*Change to Light Teal/Mint Green yarn.*
R20: (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]
R21-R24: sc in each st around (4 rounds) [30]
*Change to Tan/Khaki yarn.*
R25: In FLO, sc in each st around [30]
*This FLO round creates a slight ridge for the top of the shorts.*
R26-R29: sc in each st around (4 rounds) [30]
R30: (3 sc, dec) x 6 [24]
R31: (2 sc, dec) x 6 [18]
*Finish stuffing the body firmly.*
R32: (sc, dec) x 6 [12]
R33: (dec) x 6 [6]
FO, leaving a long tail. Weave the tail through the front loop of the remaining 6 stitches and pull tight to close the hole. Weave in the end.

**Arms (Make 2)**

*Start with Skin Color yarn.*
R1: MR 5 sc [5]
R2: (inc) x 5 [10]
R3-R5: sc in each st around (3 rounds) [10]
*Change to Black yarn.*
R6-R7: sc in each st around (2 rounds) [10]
R8: (dec) x 5 [5]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff the arms.
*Sew the arms to the sides of the body between R20 and R21 (teal section), ensuring they are symmetrically placed.*

**Legs (Make 2)**

*Start with Black yarn.*
R1: MR 6 sc [6]
R2: (inc) x 6 [12]
R3: (sc, inc) x 6 [18]
R4: sc in each st around [18]
R5: (sc, dec) x 6 [12]
R6: (dec) x 6 [6]
*Stuff the foot lightly.*
*Change to Skin Color yarn.*
R7-R10: sc in each st around (4 rounds) [6]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff the leg portion.

* **Shoe Details:** Using white yarn and a tapestry needle, embroider two horizontal stripes on the top front of each black shoe, resembling shoelaces or athletic shoe accents, as shown in the reference image.
*   Sew the legs to the bottom of the body (around R30/R31), centering them at the front and ensuring the doll stands balanced if possible.

**Hair (Dark Brown)**

**Hair Cap:**
R1: MR 6 sc [6]
R2: (inc) x 6 [12]
R3: (sc, inc) x 6 [18]
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 [24]
R5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]
R6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 [36]
R7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 [42]
R8-R11: sc in each st around (4 rounds) [42]
Do not FO. Continue with bangs.

**Bangs (worked directly onto the hair cap):**
*From R11, ch 5, sl st into the 2nd ch from hook, sc in next ch, hdc in next ch, dc in last ch.* (This forms one bang strand).
*Skip 1 stitch on R11, sl st into the next stitch on R11.*
*Repeat this process 3-4 more times for a total of 4-5 bang strands across the front of the hair cap.* Adjust chain length if you want longer/shorter bangs.
FO, weave in ends.

**Side Braid/Ponytail:**
*With Dark Brown yarn, ch 20.*
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. [19]
FO, leaving a long tail.
*Braid this strip (or twist it tightly for a simpler ponytail effect as shown).*
*Sew the braided/twisted strip to the side/back of the hair cap, typically around R8-R10, so it hangs down the side.*

*Place the finished hair cap onto the head, positioning the bangs as desired, and sew it securely in place all around the edges.*

**Accessories:**

**Top Straps (White):**
*   With White yarn, ch 10. FO. Make 2.
*   Sew one end of each chain to the front of the teal top (around R22-R23) and the other end to the back (at an angle to create a classic tank top strap look).

**Belt (Black & Yellow/Gold):**
*   With Black yarn, ch 30 (or enough to comfortably wrap around the doll's waist).
*   Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. [29]
*   FO, leaving a long tail.
*   Wrap the belt around the doll's waist (around R25-R26, at the top of the tan shorts section) and sew the ends together at the back.
*   **Buckle:** With Yellow/Gold yarn or embroidery floss, embroider a small rectangle in the center front of the black belt.

**Holsters (Make 2 - Black):**
*   With Black yarn, ch 4.
*   Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. [3]
*   Row 2-3: ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. [3]
*   FO, leaving a long tail.
*   Fold the small piece in half vertically to create a pouch-like shape.
*   Sew one holster to each side of the doll's shorts, attaching it to the belt.

**Assembly & Finishing:**

1.  Ensure all parts (arms, legs, hair, straps, belt, holsters) are securely sewn to the main body.
2.  Weave in any remaining loose yarn ends.
3.  Attach a keychain ring to the top center of the head, directly into the magic ring of the hair cap, if desired.

Your Amigurumi Adventurer Keychain Doll is complete! Enjoy your creation!

Charming Lara Croft Amigurumi: A Gamer’s Collectible

The Enduring Appeal of Lara Croft Amigurumi

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