Festive Kuromi Amigurumi: Free Crochet Pattern for a Christmas Doll!

Bring a touch of mischievous charm to your holiday decor with this adorable Christmas Kuromi amigurumi! Dressed in a festive Santa hat, striped sweater, and scarf, this unique doll is perfect for gifting or adding a playful twist to your festive display. This pattern guides you through creating your very own holiday-ready Kuromi.

Craft a Unique Holiday Gift or Decoration

This Christmas Kuromi amigurumi is more than just a toy; it’s a handmade expression of holiday cheer and unique character. Whether you’re looking for a special gift for a Sanrio fan or a distinctive piece to brighten your home, this pattern allows you to create a personalized, festive accent that stands out from typical holiday decor.

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Crochet Pattern: Festive Kuromi Amigurumi: Free Crochet Pattern for a Christmas Doll!

Materials

Worsted weight yarn in Black, White, Red, Green, Light Pink
2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook (or size to achieve tight stitches)
6mm black safety eyes (or black embroidery floss for eyes)
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Yarn needle
Stitch markers
Scissors

Abbreviations

MR: Magic Ring
sc: Single Crochet
inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st: Slip Stitch
ch: Chain
FO: Fasten Off
( ): Repeat instructions in parentheses
[ ]: Total stitches in round

Instructions

Head (White and Black Yarn)

Start with White yarn.
R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
R2: (inc) x6 [12]
R3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
R6-R10: sc in each st around (5 rounds) [30]
Insert safety eyes between R7-R8, about 6-7 stitches apart. Embroider a small pink nose and mouth.
R11: (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
Stuff head firmly.
Change to Black yarn.
R12: (2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
R13: (sc, dec) x6 [12]
R14: (dec) x6 [6]
FO, leaving a long tail to sew the head to the body. Embroider a light pink skull on the black part of the head.

Ears (Make 2 – Black Yarn)

R1: 4 sc in MR [4]
R2: (sc, inc) x2 [6]
R3: (2 sc, inc) x2 [8]
R4-R5: sc in each st around (2 rounds) [8]
FO, leaving a tail for sewing. Do not stuff. Flatten and sew to the top black part of the head.

Body (White, Red, Green Yarn)

Start with White yarn.
R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
R2: (inc) x6 [12]
R3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
R6: sc in each st around [30]
Change to Red yarn.
R7: sc in each st around [30]
Change to Green yarn.
R8: sc in each st around [30]
Repeat R7-R8 (Red then Green) two more times for a total of 3 red/green stripes.
Change to White yarn.
R13: (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
R14: sc in each st around [24]
Stuff firmly. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Arms (Make 2 – White, Red, Green Yarn)

Start with White yarn.
R1: 5 sc in MR [5]
R2: (inc, sc) x2, sc [7]
R3: sc in each st around [7]
Change to Red yarn.
R4: sc in each st around [7]
Change to Green yarn.
R5: sc in each st around [7]
Repeat R4-R5 (Red then Green) one more time.
Change to Red yarn.
R8: sc in each st around [7]
Stuff lightly. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Flatten and sew to the sides of the body at the shoulder.

Legs/Feet (Make 2 – Black, White Yarn)

Start with Black yarn.
R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
R2: (inc) x6 [12]
R3: sc in each st around [12]
R4: (sc, dec) x4 [8]
Change to White yarn.
R5-R8: sc in each st around (4 rounds) [8]
Stuff lightly. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew to the bottom of the body.

Santa Hat (Red and White Yarn)

Start with Red yarn.
R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
R2: (sc, inc) x3 [9]
R3: sc in each st around [9]
R4: (2 sc, inc) x3 [12]
R5: sc in each st around [12]
R6: (3 sc, inc) x3 [15]
R7: sc in each st around [15]
R8: (4 sc, inc) x3 [18]
R9: sc in each st around [18]
Change to White yarn.
R10: sc in each st around [18]
R11: sc in each st around [18]
Sl st to join, FO. Create a small white pompom and sew it to the tip of the hat. Sew the hat onto Kuromi’s head.

Scarf (Red and Green Yarn)

With Red yarn, ch 40.
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across [39]
Change to Green yarn.
Row 2: ch 1, turn, sc in each st across [39]
Change to Red yarn.
Row 3: ch 1, turn, sc in each st across [39]
FO, weave in ends. Tie the scarf around Kuromi’s neck.

Assembly

Sew the head securely to the body.
Attach the arms to the sides of the body.
Attach the legs to the bottom of the body.
Sew the ears onto the black part of the head.
Place the Santa hat on Kuromi’s head and sew in place.
Tie the striped scarf around Kuromi’s neck.
Weave in all remaining loose ends.