The Darth Maul Amigurumi is the perfect project for Star Wars fans who love crochet. With striking details like the horns and the double-bladed lightsaber, it’s a fun and challenging piece to create.
How to Make Your Own Darth Maul Amigurumi
Creating your own Darth Maul Amigurumi requires simple crochet techniques and a keen eye for detail to capture the iconic look of the villain. This amigurumi is an excellent addition to any Star Wars collection or a unique handmade gift!
2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook (depending on your yarn size)
Scissors
Abbreviations:
MR: Magic ring
ch: Chain
sc: Single crochet
inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
dec: Decrease (sc two stitches together)
sl st: Slip stitch
st(s): Stitch(es)
FO: Fasten off
Head (Red Yarn with Black Yarn for Face Pattern):
Round 1: Make a magic ring (MR), 6 sc in the ring. (6 sts)
Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
Round 3: 1 sc, inc repeat around. (18 sts)
Round 4: 2 sc, inc repeat around. (24 sts)
Round 5: 3 sc, inc repeat around. (30 sts)
Rounds 6-10: Sc in each stitch around. (30 sts)
Start adding black yarn in a decorative pattern for Darth Maul’s face tattoos. You can switch between red and black yarn as you create a facial design similar to Darth Maul’s iconic look.
Round 11: 3 sc, dec repeat around. (24 sts)
Round 12: 2 sc, dec repeat around. (18 sts)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 5 and 6, with an even distance between them.
Stuff the head firmly with fiberfill.
Round 13: 1 sc, dec repeat around. (12 sts)
Round 14: Dec in each stitch around. (6 sts)
FO and weave in the ends.
Horns (Make 6-8 – White Yarn):
Round 1: Make a MR, 4 sc in the ring. (4 sts)
Rounds 2-3: Sc in each stitch around. (4 sts)
FO and leave a long tail for sewing. Attach the horns evenly spaced around the top of the head.
Body (Black Yarn):
Round 1: Make a MR, 6 sc in the ring. (6 sts)
Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
Round 3: 1 sc, inc repeat around. (18 sts)
Round 4: 2 sc, inc repeat around. (24 sts)
Rounds 5-12: Sc in each stitch around. (24 sts)
Round 13: 2 sc, dec repeat around. (18 sts)
Round 14: 1 sc, dec repeat around. (12 sts)
Stuff the body with fiberfill.
Round 15: Dec in each stitch around. (6 sts)
FO and leave a long tail for sewing.
Arms (Make 2 – Black Yarn):
Round 1: Make a MR, 6 sc in the ring. (6 sts)
Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
Rounds 3-8: Sc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
Lightly stuff the arms.
Round 9: 1 sc, dec repeat around. (8 sts)
Round 10: Sc in each stitch around. (8 sts)
FO and leave a tail for sewing. Attach the arms to the sides of the body.
Legs (Make 2 – Black Yarn):
Round 1: Make a MR, 6 sc in the ring. (6 sts)
Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
Rounds 3-8: Sc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
Lightly stuff the legs.
Round 9: 1 sc, dec repeat around. (8 sts)
Round 10: Sc in each stitch around. (8 sts)
FO and leave a tail for sewing. Attach the legs to the bottom of the body.
Cloak (Black Yarn):
Round 1: Ch 30 (or more depending on desired length).
Round 2: Sc in each stitch down the chain. (30 sts)
Rounds 3-10: Ch 1, turn. Sc in each stitch across.
FO and attach the cloak around the shoulders, ensuring it drapes nicely over the back of Darth Maul.
Lightsaber (Handle: Grey Yarn / Blade: Red and White Yarn):
Handle:
Round 1: Make a MR, 6 sc in the ring. (6 sts)
Rounds 2-4: Sc in each stitch around. (6 sts)
Round 5: 1 sc, inc repeat around. (9 sts)
Rounds 6-10: Sc in each stitch around. (9 sts)
FO and leave a tail for sewing. Stuff the handle lightly.
Blade:
Round 1: Ch 20 with red yarn.
Round 2: Sc back down the chain, sl st into the handle.
Optionally, use white yarn to create an edge along the blade for a glowing effect.
Assembly:
Head to Body: Sew the head to the body securely.
Horns: Attach the horns evenly around the top of Darth Maul’s head.
Arms and Legs: Sew the arms and legs onto the body.
Cloak: Attach the cloak around the shoulders, ensuring it drapes over the body.
Lightsaber: Attach the lightsaber to one of the hands or place it beside the amigurumi for display.
Final Touches:
Ensure all parts are securely sewn, and adjust the stuffing as needed.
Add any extra decorative details, such as additional face markings with black yarn or felt.
Congratulations! Your Darth Maul Amigurumi is now complete. This little Sith Lord is perfect for any Star Wars fan and makes a great addition to your crochet collection or as a fun gift!
