Welcome to the explosive world of Dragon Ball amigurumi! 💥✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for Amigurumi Vegeta—the proud Saiyan prince in all his fierce yet adorable glory! Whether you’re a devoted DBZ fan, love crafting dynamic characters, or simply want to add some “Over 9000” energy to your handmade collection, this pattern will guide you through stitching up this spiky-haired warrior with his signature scowl, battle-worn armor, and undeniable royal swagger!
This design captures Vegeta’s powerful presence through bold angles and striking details! 🧶🔥 I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Saiyan prince turns out just right—complete with his iconic widow’s peak hairstyle, textured armor, and that permanent look of superiority we all love. Perfect for display, gifting, or keeping watch over your yarn stash with princely pride! So grab your hooks, pick out royal blues and vibrant oranges, and let’s stitch up a warrior who’s always ready for battle (or at least a dramatic pose)! ✨
🛡️ Amigurumi Vegeta Crochet Pattern (Chibi Style)
Bring the Prince of all Saiyans to life with this chibi-style Amigurumi Vegeta! 💥 Featuring his iconic widow’s peak, stern brows, blue and white Saiyan armor, and signature spiky hair, this soft version of Vegeta is perfect for fans of Dragon Ball Z. Whether for collecting, gifting, or displaying with pride, this mighty little warrior is full of Saiyan spirit!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, shaping, and appliqué details.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 22–25 cm (9–10 inches) tall using worsted-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Skin tone (face, ears, hands)
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Navy or teal (hair, eyebrows)
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Blue (suit)
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White (armor, gloves, boots)
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Yellow/Orange (armor plate)
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Green (boot and glove accents)
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Black (symbol and eye detail)
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Crochet hook: 3.5 mm
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Safety eyes (10–12 mm)
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Scissors
🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
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dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head (Skin Tone Yarn)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–14. sc around (36)
– Insert safety eyes between Rounds 9–10, approx. 6 sts apart
– Embroider eyebrows in dark teal/navy above eyes -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
– Stuff firmly -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
💇 Hair Cap (Teal/Navy Yarn)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–9. sc around (24)
FO, leave long tail to sew to top of head.
Hair Spikes (Make 4–5)
Work short pointy triangle shapes:
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MR, 4 sc
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sc around
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(1 sc, inc) x2 (6)
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sc around
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(2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
Stuff lightly and sew to the cap. Attach cap to head securely.
👂 Ears (Make 2 – Skin Tone)
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MR, 6 sc
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sc around
Flatten, FO, and sew to sides of head.
🧥 Body (Blue Yarn)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–10. sc around (24)
Switch to white for armor: -
sc around (24)
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Change to yellow for armor plate (front stitches only):
– sc across center 10–12 stitches, change back to white
13–14. sc around (24) -
dec x6, sc 12 (18)
– Stuff firmly -
dec x6, sc 6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and sew to head.
💪 Arms (Make 2 – Blue, White, Green)
Start with green (hands):
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MR, 6 sc
2–3. sc around
Switch to white (gloves):
4–5. sc around
Switch to blue (sleeves):
6–10. sc around
Stuff lightly, sew to body.
🦵 Legs (Make 2 – Blue, White, Green)
Start with green:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around
Switch to white:
5–6. sc around
Switch to blue:
7–10. sc around
Stuff and sew to base of body.
🪙 Armor Appliqué & Symbol
Chest Plate (Yellow/Orange):
Ch 6, turn, sc in each (5)
Repeat 4–5 rows
FO and sew to chest.
Saiyan Symbol (Black):
Use embroidery or surface slip stitch to add circular “亀” style symbol on the side or back of armor.
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Add small vertical lines on the armor with black yarn
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Use thread to define mouth or frown lines if desired
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Weave in all ends securely
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Position Vegeta in seated pose or standing with support
💡 Customization Ideas
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Make a Super Saiyan version with gold hair
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Create matching Goku for a chibi duo
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Add a felt or crocheted scouter accessory
This chibi Vegeta will power up your amigurumi shelf with Saiyan pride and soft strength! 🧶💥