Solve mysteries in crochet form with this Amigurumi Velma pattern! 🧐✨ With her signature orange sweater, red skirt, and iconic glasses, this design captures the quirky charm of the beloved detective in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a cartoon-inspired décor piece, a nostalgic gift, or simply love character-themed amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in outfit details, facial features, and even tiny accessories like a miniature magnifying glass or a mystery book to enhance Velma’s personality. Choose classic colors for an authentic look or experiment with bold hues for a creative twist! Whether displayed alongside the rest of the mystery gang or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi Velma is sure to impress. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this clever detective to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
👓 Amigurumi Velma-Inspired Doll Crochet Pattern
Celebrate brains and bravery with this adorable Amigurumi Velma-inspired doll! Complete with her signature round glasses, cozy pink sweater, stylish bob with fringe, and soft bear ears, this charming plushie is perfect for mystery fans and book lovers alike. She’s geek chic, cuddly, and totally collectible! 🧶🔍💡
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves clothing, accessories, yarn hair, and detailed assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall using worsted yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Beige (Skin tone: face, hands, legs)
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Pink (Sweater)
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Blue (Shorts)
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Dark brown or black (Glasses and shoes)
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Light blue (Ears)
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Rose pink (Hair)
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Yellow (Nose)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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12 mm safety eyes
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Polyfill stuffing
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Stitch marker
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Yarn needle
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Scissors
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Cardboard or felt (for stiffening glasses, optional)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
BLO – Back Loops Only
FO – Fasten Off
🧑 Head
With beige:
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
Rounds 7–16: sc around (36)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 10–11, spaced about 7 stitches apart
Round 17: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
Round 18: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Round 19: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly
Round 20: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Round 21: dec x6 (6)
FO, close hole.
🌸 Hair Cap + Fringe (Rose Pink)
Cap:
MR, 6 sc
Increase each round by 6 until you reach 36 sts (same as head circumference)
Work even for 5–6 rounds
FO and sew to head.
Fringe:
Cut strands of pink yarn (~4 in/10 cm)
Loop them and attach across forehead in rows using lark’s head knot
Trim to desired length.
👂 Ears (Make 2 – Light Blue)
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
Round 3: sc around
FO and sew to sides of hair cap.
👓 Glasses (Black or dark brown)
Frames (Make 2 circles):
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
FO
Bridge:
Ch 4
Attach one frame, sc across, attach other frame
FO and sew in place over eyes.
Optional: Stiffen with felt or wire for shape.
👃 Nose (Yellow)
MR, 5 sc
FO and sew between the eyes.
👚 Sweater Body (Pink)
MR, 6 sc
Increase until 36 sts
Work even for 10 rounds
Change to blue (shorts)
Work 5 more rounds
Split into two leg holes (18 sts each):
Work one leg in rounds, then attach yarn and repeat for second leg
Stuff firmly.
🦵 Legs (Beige)
Continue from shorts:
Work 6 rounds in beige for lower leg
Stuff and FO
💪 Arms (Make 2 – Pink then Beige)
Start with pink:
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Rounds 3–6: sc around (12)
Switch to beige
Rounds 7–10: sc around
Stuff lightly
FO and sew to sweater sides.
🪑 Sitting Bottom
You can leave the legs short and round for seated pose stability, like in the image.
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Weave in all ends
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Adjust hair and fringe
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Sew glasses, nose, and ears securely
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Shape doll by squeezing limbs gently into position
This smart and stylish Velma-inspired amigurumi is ready to cuddle, decorate a book nook, or solve mysteries from your shelf. With big eyes, nerdy charm, and classic colors, she’s a must-make for any fan! 📚🧶🔍
