Spread Holiday Cheer: Craft Your Own Christmas Minnie Mouse Amigurumi!

Get ready to add a sprinkle of Disney magic to your festive decor with this adorable Christmas Minnie Mouse Amigurumi pattern! Perfect for gifting or displaying, this charming crochet doll captures the joyful spirit of Minnie, complete with her festive red dress, green bow, and Santa hat. It’s a delightful project for crocheters looking to create a beloved character with a holiday twist.

Why You’ll Love Crocheting This Festive Minnie

Crafting this Christmas Minnie Mouse isn’t just about making a toy; it’s about bringing a smile to someone’s face and creating a cherished keepsake. The intricate details, from her iconic ears to her tiny Santa hat, make her truly special. This pattern provides a wonderful opportunity to practice amigurumi techniques while spreading holiday cheer with a handmade touch that lasts for years.

Pattern Here

Crochet Pattern: Spread Holiday Cheer: Craft Your Own Christmas Minnie Mouse Amigurumi!

Materials

DK weight yarn in Light Peach/Skin tone
DK weight yarn in Black
DK weight yarn in Red
DK weight yarn in Green
DK weight yarn in White
Small amount of Pink embroidery floss (for cheeks)
2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook (adjust to your tension)
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
Scissors

Abbreviations

ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
MR – magic ring
FO – fasten off
BLO – back loop only
st(s) – stitch(es)
rnd(s) – round(s)

Instructions

Gauge: Not critical for this project, just ensure your stitches are tight enough so stuffing does not show through.

Head (Light Peach yarn)

Rnd 1: Make a MR, 6 sc in MR. (6)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st. (12)
Rnd 3: (Sc, inc) x6. (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6. (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x6. (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x6. (36)
Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) x6. (42)
Rnd 8: (6 sc, inc) x6. (48)
Rnd 9: (7 sc, inc) x6. (54)
Rnd 10-18: Sc in each st around. (54)
Rnd 19: (7 sc, dec) x6. (48)
Rnd 20: (6 sc, dec) x6. (42)
Rnd 21: (5 sc, dec) x6. (36)
Rnd 22: (4 sc, dec) x6. (30)
Start stuffing firmly.
Rnd 23: (3 sc, dec) x6. (24)
Rnd 24: (2 sc, dec) x6. (18)
Continue stuffing. Change to Black yarn.

Body (Black yarn, then Light Peach, then Red yarn)

Rnd 25 (Black): Sc in each st around. (18)
Rnd 26 (Black): (2 sc, inc) x6. (24)
Rnd 27 (Black): (3 sc, inc) x6. (30)
Rnd 28 (Black): Sc in each st around. (30)
Change to Light Peach yarn.
Rnd 29 (Light Peach): Sc in each st around. (30)
Rnd 30 (Light Peach): (4 sc, inc) x6. (36)
Change to Red yarn.
Rnd 31 (Red): In BLO, sc in each st around. (36) (This creates a ridge for the skirt)
Rnd 32 (Red): (5 sc, inc) x6. (42)
Rnd 33-35 (Red): Sc in each st around. (42)
Rnd 36 (Red with White pattern): *3 sc (Red), 1 sc (White)* repeat around. (42) (Carry white yarn loosely across the back or cut and reattach for cleaner color changes)
Rnd 37 (Red): Sc in each st around. (42)
Rnd 38 (Red with White pattern): *1 sc (Red), 1 sc (White), 2 sc (Red)* repeat around. (42) (Offset pattern for a staggered effect)
Rnd 39 (Red): Sc in each st around. (42)
Rnd 40 (Red with White pattern): *3 sc (Red), 1 sc (White)* repeat around. (42)
Rnd 41 (Red): Sc in each st around. (42)
Rnd 42 (Red with White pattern): *1 sc (Red), 1 sc (White), 2 sc (Red)* repeat around. (42)
Rnd 43 (Red): Sc in each st around. (42)
FO, weave in ends. Finish stuffing body firmly.

Ears (Black yarn) – Make 2

Rnd 1: Make a MR, 6 sc in MR. (6)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st. (12)
Rnd 3: (Sc, inc) x6. (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6. (24)
Sl st to first sc, FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff. Flatten the circles.

Arms (Green yarn, then White) – Make 2

Rnd 1 (Green): Make a MR, 6 sc in MR. (6)
Rnd 2-4 (Green): Sc in each st around. (6)
Change to White yarn.
Rnd 5-6 (White): Sc in each st around. (6)
Stuff lightly. FO, leave a long tail for sewing.

Legs (Black yarn, then Light Peach) – Make 2

Foot (Black):

Rnd 1: Make a MR, 6 sc in MR. (6)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st. (12)
Rnd 3: Sc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 4: (Sc, dec) x4. (8)
Stuff lightly. Change to Light Peach yarn.

Leg (Light Peach):

Rnd 5-9: Sc in each st around. (8)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Finish stuffing lightly.

Santa Hat (Red yarn, then White)

Rnd 1 (Red): Make a MR, 4 sc in MR. (4)
Rnd 2: (Sc, inc) x2. (6)
Rnd 3: Sc in each st around. (6)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x2. (8)
Rnd 5: Sc in each st around. (8)
Rnd 6: (3 sc, inc) x2. (10)
Rnd 7: Sc in each st around. (10)
Rnd 8: (4 sc, inc) x2. (12)
Rnd 9: Sc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 10: (5 sc, inc) x2. (14)
Rnd 11: Sc in each st around. (14)
Rnd 12: (6 sc, inc) x2. (16)
Change to White yarn.
Rnd 13-14 (White): Sc in each st around. (16)
FO. Create a small white pompom and attach it securely to the top tip of the hat.

Bow (Green yarn)

Ch 10.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (9)
Row 2-8: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. (9)
FO, leaving a long tail. Weave in one end. Cinch the center of the rectangle tightly with the remaining long tail to form a bow shape. Secure with a knot.
With White yarn, embroider small polka dots randomly on the bow.

Assembly & Embellishments

Facial Features: Using Black embroidery floss or thin yarn, embroider two oval shapes for the eyes, and a small oval for the nose. Embroider a curved line for the mouth. With Pink embroidery floss, create two small circles for the cheeks beneath the eyes.
Ears: Sew the flattened black ears to the top sides of the head, positioning them above the eyes.
Arms: Sew the arms to the sides of the body, just below the black shoulder section.
Legs: Sew the legs to the bottom of the body, spaced evenly.
Santa Hat: Place the Santa hat on top of Minnie’s head, slightly tilted, and sew it in place. Make sure the white pompom is at the tip.
Bow: Position the green bow in front of the Santa hat, between the ears, and sew it securely.
Weave in any remaining loose ends to complete your Christmas Minnie Mouse!