Princess Leia Amigurumi: A Galactic Crochet Icon

by Crochet 02/15/2025

Princess Leia amigurumi is a charming handmade tribute to one of the most iconic characters in Star Wars. With her signature white dress, detailed belt, and classic hairstyle, this crochet doll captures the essence of the fearless Rebel leader.

The Perfect Gift for Star Wars Fans

A Princess Leia amigurumi is an ideal gift for any Star Wars enthusiast. Whether as a decoration, a keepsake, or part of a larger collection, this crochet figure is a wonderful way to celebrate the legacy of the galaxy’s greatest princess.

Pattern Here

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

Yarn: Cotton or acrylic yarn in skin tone, white (dress), brown (hair), black (belt), and gray (belt details).
Hook: 2.5 mm or appropriate for your yarn.
Safety eyes: 8 mm
Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Black embroidery thread (for facial details and belt accents)
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 and Dress (Start with White Yarn)

MR, 6 SC (6)
INC around (12)
(SC, INC) * 6 (18)
(2 SC, INC) * 6 (24)
5-10. SC around (24)

Skirt Flare (Start in FLO, Continue in White Yarn)

FLO, (3 SC, INC) * 6 (30)
(4 SC, INC) * 6 (36)
(5 SC, INC) * 6 (42)
14-15. SC around (42)
FO.

Upper Body (Attach White Yarn to BLO of Round 10)

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.

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

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

Legs (Make 2, Use White Yarn)

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.

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.

Hair Buns (Make 2, Brown Yarn)

MR, 6 SC (6)
INC around (12)
(SC, INC) * 6 (18)
(2 SC, INC) * 6 (24)
5-6. SC around (24)
(2 SC, DEC) * 6 (18)
(SC, DEC) * 6 (12)
Stuff lightly, FO, and sew onto both sides of the wig cap.

Belt (Black Yarn with Gray Details)

CH 15 (adjust length if necessary), join with SL ST to form a ring.
SC around, FO, leaving a tail to sew.
Use gray yarn to embroider the belt details.

Assembly and Finishing

Sew the head to the body.
Attach the arms slightly to the sides.
Attach the legs securely to the lower body.
Attach the wig cap to the head.
Sew the hair buns onto both sides of the head.
Embroider eyebrows and mouth with black thread.
Attach the belt around the waist.

Your Princess Leia Amigurumi is now ready!