Celebrate the timeless story of the Three Wise Men with this Amigurumi Three Wise Men crochet pattern! Inspired by the beloved figures from the Nativity, this charming design captures their regal robes, majestic crowns, and the gifts they bring in every stitch. Whether you’re crafting for holiday decor, creating a meaningful keepsake, or simply enjoy making story-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a beautiful set of Wise Men bursting with tradition and warmth! Perfect for adding a touch of handmade magic to your Christmas celebrations, this crochet creation is a wonderful way to honor the season. ✨🎄
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different rich colors, embroidered embellishments, or even tiny accessories like miniature gold, frankincense, and myrrh for extra charm. Craft a classic Wise Men set with jewel-toned robes, create a whimsical version with soft pastels, or even stitch up a full Nativity-inspired amigurumi display for a stunning holiday scene! Whether gifted as a thoughtful keepsake, displayed as a cherished accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Three Wise Men is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade holiday magic to every stitch! 🧶💖✨
👑 Amigurumi Three Wise Men Crochet Pattern
Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with this elegant trio of the Three Kings! This set features richly robed figures with majestic crowns, expressive beards, and precious gifts—perfect for nativity displays or holiday decor.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – shaping, color changes, and joining involved.
📏 Finished Size
Each king: Approx. 8–10 in (20–25 cm) tall using DK or worsted weight yarn.
🧶 Materials
- DK/Worsted yarn in:
- Skin tones (peach, beige, brown)
- Royal robe colors (blue, green, burgundy)
- Gold or mustard (trim and crown)
- White, gray, brown, black (hair and beards)
- Accent colors for gifts
- 2.5–3.5 mm crochet hook
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Optional: plastic pellets or weighted base for stability
🧵 Abbreviations (US)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
🧔 Head (Same for all 3)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–13. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
– Stuff head firmly - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6), FO
💇 Beards & Hair
- Beard: Cut 10–14 strands of thick yarn (~15 cm), loop each strand through front of face below nose using lark’s head knot. Trim and shape.
- Hair: Similar technique or surface crochet/embroider around back of head.
- Mustache (optional): ch 6, sl st back; sew under nose.
- For white-bearded king: use white yarn and shape into soft waves.
👃 Nose
- MR, 4 sc
- sc around (4)
- FO and sew between eyes.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
- MR, 4 sc, sl st to first. FO leaving tail.
- Flatten and sew to side of head aligned with eyes.
✋ Arms & Hands (with Fingers)
Fingers (Make 4 per hand):
- MR, 4 sc
2–3. sc around
– FO first 3 fingers. Do not FO 4th.
– Join the others: (sc around each finger) = 16–18 sts
4–5. sc around for palm
6–10. Continue for arm in robe color
– Stuff and sew to body under robe sleeves
🧥 Body & Robe (BLO start for flared base)
Start at base of robe (gold or accent color):
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
- BLO, sc around
8–22. sc around in robe color (or change color for center robe panel) - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
– Stuff - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
– Join head to body
👑 Crown or Hat
Hat (crocheted as tube)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around
– Switch to gold yarn - (1 sc, ch 2, sc in next) for picot-style border
– FO and sew to head
🎁 Gifts (Make 3)
Box:
- MR, 6 sc
- (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
- sc around
4–6. sc around
– FO, stuff, embroider cross ribbon or top bow
Round Pot:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- sc around
- (1 sc, dec) x4 (8)
– FO, sew top closed, add a small knob on top
Jar with Lid:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around
– For lid: ch 2, MR with 6 sc
– FO and stitch on top of jar
🧵 Finishing Touches
- Sew heads to bodies
- Attach arms so hands hold gifts
- Add decorative embroidery to robes (gold thread, optional beads)
- Add weighted base inside if you want them to stand firmly
💡 Optional Variations
- Embroider gold trim along robe edges
- Add cloaks or shoulder pieces for extra royal detail
- Stitch tiny stars to the hats for a celestial feel
This regal Wise Men set is perfect to complete any nativity scene or Christmas display. They make wonderful heirloom gifts too! 🌟
