Welcome to the wonderful world of cartoon-inspired amigurumi! ✨ Today, I’m thrilled to share with you my free crochet pattern for Dee Dee, the energetic ballet-loving big sister from the beloved animated series Dexter’s Laboratory! 🩰 Whether you’re a nostalgic 90s cartoon fan or simply love creating playful handmade characters, this pattern will guide you through creating your very own pocket-sized dancer complete with her signature pigtails and twirling pose! 👱♀️
This pattern uses classic stitches and straightforward techniques, making it perfect for crafters looking for a delightful project! 🎀 I’ve broken down each step with detailed instructions to ensure your Dee Dee turns out just right. 👌 So grab your hooks and yarn, and let’s bring this laboratory-crashing ballerina to life one stitch at a time! 🧪 Ooh, what does this button do? It creates an adorable amigurumi that’s sure to dance into your heart! 🌟
🐰 Dee Dee Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
Dee Dee is a whimsical bunny with oversized ears and an irresistibly dreamy face. With her pastel palette and endearing winky eye, she’s the perfect handmade friend for little ones or as a cute display piece.
🧶 Skill Level
Intermediate – This pattern includes color changes, shaping, and layered sewing.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 25 cm (10 inches) tall when using DK yarn and a 2.75 mm crochet hook.
✂️ Materials Needed
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DK weight cotton yarn in:
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Sky Blue (body, ears, limbs)
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Mustard Yellow (face area, nose, feet, hands)
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Baby Pink (belly, ears, eye patch)
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Black (eyelid embroidery)
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2.75 mm crochet hook
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12 mm black safety eyes (1 only; optional embroidery for winking eye)
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Yarn needle
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Stitch markers
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Polyester fiberfill stuffing
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Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Crochet Terms)
🧠 Head (Sky Blue)
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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 in each st (36)
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(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)
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dec x6 (6)
FO, stuff firmly, and weave closed.
🧸 Body (Start with Sky Blue)
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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)
7–11. sc around (36)
Switch to Pink (Belly Panel):
12–19. sc around (36)
20. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
21. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
22. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
23. (sc, dec) x6 (12)
24. dec x6 (6)
FO, stuff well, and close.
🦶 Legs (Make 2 – Mustard & Sky Blue)
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MR, 6 sc in Mustard
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–5. sc in each (18)
Switch to Sky Blue:
6–10. sc in each (18)
Stuff lightly and FO. Sew to bottom of the body.
✋ Arms (Make 2 – Mustard & Sky Blue)
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MR, 6 sc in Mustard
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around (12)
Switch to Sky Blue:
5–10. sc around (12)
Stuff lightly, FO. Sew to each side of the upper body.
👂 Ears (Make 2 Outer & 2 Inner)
Outer Ear (Sky Blue):
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ch 10
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sc across, turn
3–10. Work in oval: sc around evenly with incs on corners
FO and shape into tall ovals.
Inner Ear (Baby Pink):
Repeat as above but reduce starting chain to ch 8 and work 2 fewer rows.
Sew pink to blue and attach to top of head with a slight backward curve.
🧍 Face Mask (Mustard 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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sc around (24)
FO and flatten. Sew centered onto face. Attach the safety eye on the right side and embroider winking eye on the left using black yarn.
🐽 Nose (Mustard Yellow)
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MR, 6 sc
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sc around (6)
FO, sew between eyes.
💗 Belly Patch (Baby Pink)
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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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sc around (24)
FO and sew neatly centered on belly.
🧷 Assembly
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Sew head to body, making sure it’s centered and secure.
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Attach legs evenly spaced at the bottom of the body.
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Sew arms slightly downward angled on each side of the body.
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Position ears symmetrically and stitch in place securely.
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Sew the belly patch and face patch first, then attach facial features.
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Use black embroidery thread to stitch on one eyelid in a curve for the winking effect.
Whew! Dee Dee is complete and full of charm! Whether she’s a gift or a handmade companion, she’s sure to make someone smile. 😊💕
Happy crocheting!
