Step into the enchanting kingdom of Hyrule with this magical amigurumi! 🌸🗡️ Today, I’m thrilled to share my free crochet pattern for Amigurumi Zelda—bringing the wise and courageous princess of Hyrule to life in yarn form. Whether you’re a Legend of Zelda fan, love crafting video game characters, or simply want to add some royal charm to your crochet collection, this pattern will help you stitch your very own Hylian heroine.
This pattern blends elegance and charm, with carefully designed details that make it perfect for both display and play. The step-by-step instructions guide you through each element, ensuring your creation turns out beautifully. You’ll love how this character comes to life in yarn form, complete with iconic accessories that add that special finishing touch.
So gather your favorite yarns and let your creativity soar as you stitch this enchanting figure! ✨
🧝♀️ Amigurumi Zelda Crochet Pattern
This pattern brings to life the iconic princess with her confident expression, royal attire, and Hylian charm. Perfect for fans and intermediate amigurumi lovers.
🧶 Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, shaping, and clothing details.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 20–22 cm (8.5 inches) tall when using DK or worsted yarn with a 2.5–3 mm hook.
✂️ Materials Needed
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Yarn colors:
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2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook
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6 mm safety eyes
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Embroidery thread (black, yellow)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic ring
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sc – Single crochet
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inc – Increase
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dec – Decrease
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BLO – Back loop only
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FLO – Front loop only
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ch – Chain
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sl st – Slip stitch
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FO – Fasten off
👧 Head
With skin tone:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(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)
7–12. sc around (36) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(sc, dec) x6 (12)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 9–10, 6 stitches apart -
dec x6 (6), FO and stuff
👱 Hair Cap
With yellow:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(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)
7–9. sc around (36)
FO and sew to head.
Optional: Add side curls and strands by chaining 8–12 and attaching to sides.
🎀 Red Cape
With red:
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ch 24, turn
2–7. sc rows
FO, wrap around back of head and secure under hair or at shoulders.
🧍 Body
Start with red yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–6. sc around (24)
Change to light blue:
7–11. sc around
Change to skin tone (neck): -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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sc around
Stuff firmly, FO
💪 Arms (Make 2)
Start with skin tone:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around
Change to light blue:
4–9. sc around
Stuff lightly, FO and sew to body
🧵 Legs (Make 2)
Start with brown:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around
Change to light blue (skirt layer):
5–8. sc around
Stuff and sew to base of body
👗 Skirt Flap
Attach light blue yarn to front waistline.
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ch 16
2–3. sc rows, taper if desired
FO and sew to make front panel
Trim: Using white yarn, sl st or sc across the bottom edge for a ruffled look.
👢 Boots (Optional detail)
Embroider brown boot lines around feet base, or add sewn brown trim around ankles.
🧵 Belt
With brown yarn:
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Chain to fit waist (approx. 18–20 ch)
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Sl st across, FO
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Sew around waistline
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Add yellow square embroidered buckle at center
😄 Facial Details
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Use black embroidery thread for one arched eyebrow and a simple smile
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Use yellow thread for forehead triangle/gem motif
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Optional: pink blush under eyes
🧷 Assembly
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Sew head to body
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Attach arms and legs
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Stitch on belt and cape
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Secure hair details and facial embroidery
You’re done! Zelda is ready to guard Hyrule and your yarn stash. 🧝♀️✨
Don’t forget to tag your project with #PunqaAmigurumi if you share online!