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Amigurumi Donatello – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Donatello – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Welcome to the artistic world of amigurumi! 🎨✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for Donatello—an homage to one of the greatest sculptors and painters of the Italian Renaissance! 🏛️ Whether you admire classical art, enjoy crafting historical figures, or simply want to create a refined handmade piece, this pattern will guide you through stitching up a miniature representation of the brilliant artist behind masterpieces like David and Gattamelata! 🏺

This pattern is designed for intermediate crocheters, incorporating detailed elements to bring Donatello’s Renaissance flair to life! 🧶🖌️ I’ve carefully structured each step to ensure your creation captures the essence of this legendary artist—perfect for history buffs, art enthusiasts, or anyone looking to celebrate creativity through crochet! 🏰 So grab your hooks, choose earthy tones and rich textures, and let’s stitch up a tribute to the genius who shaped the world of sculpture! ✨🎭

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🧶 Donatello Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Bring the Renaissance to life with this thoughtful Donatello-inspired crochet doll, complete with curly gray hair, a philosopher’s robe, and an aura of calm wisdom. Perfect for lovers of classical art and cozy crafts.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – includes shaping, sewing, and color changes.

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 28 cm (11 inches) tall using DK-weight yarn and a 2.75 mm hook.

🧵 Materials Needed

  • Yarn (DK weight):

    • Beige (skin)

    • Gray (hair & beard)

    • Dark plum (robe)

    • Black (eyebrows and facial detail)

  • 2.75 mm crochet hook

  • Safety eyes (10 mm)

  • Stitch markers

  • Yarn needle

  • Fiberfill stuffing

  • Scissors

🧩 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR: Magic Ring

  • SC: Single Crochet

  • INC: Increase (2 SC in 1 stitch)

  • DEC: Decrease (SC 2 stitches together)

  • HDC: Half Double Crochet

  • DC: Double Crochet

  • BLO: Back Loop Only

  • FLO: Front Loop Only

  • SL ST: Slip Stitch

  • CH: Chain

  • FO: Fasten Off

🧠 Pattern Instructions

👤 Head

With beige yarn:

  1. MR, 6 SC (6)

  2. INC x6 (12)

  3. (SC, INC) x6 (18)

  4. (2 SC, INC) x6 (24)

  5. (3 SC, INC) x6 (30)
    6–12. SC around (30)

  6. (4 SC, INC) x6 (36)
    14–18. SC around (36)

  7. (4 SC, DEC) x6 (30)

  8. (3 SC, DEC) x6 (24)

  9. (2 SC, DEC) x6 (18)

  10. (SC, DEC) x6 (12)

  11. DEC x6 (6)
    FO and stuff firmly.

Attach safety eyes between Rounds 11–12, 6 stitches apart. Embroider eyebrows with black yarn.

👃 Nose

With beige yarn:

  1. MR, 6 SC (6)
    2–3. SC around (6)
    FO, leaving a tail for sewing. Sew between and slightly under the eyes.

👂 Ears (Make 2)

With beige yarn:

  1. MR, 6 SC (6)

  2. (SC, INC) x3 (9)

  3. SC around (9)
    FO and sew on each side of the head.

💇 Hair

With gray yarn:

  • Crochet swirls and coils separately by doing:
    CH 10, 3 SC in each CH back to start.

  • Make 6–8 of varying lengths for curls.

  • For hair cap:

    1. MR, 6 SC

    2. INC x6 (12)

    3. (SC, INC) x6 (18)

    4. (2 SC, INC) x6 (24)

    5. (3 SC, INC) x6 (30)
      6–9. SC around (30)
      FO and attach to head. Sew curls around the edge and front to create a thick, curly hairline.

🧔 Beard

Make 4–6 mini swirls as with hair curls.
Sew them in layered rows around the chin and under the mouth.
You can also embroider the mustache with gray yarn in a U shape over the upper lip.

🧍‍♂️ Body

With dark plum:

  1. MR, 6 SC

  2. INC x6 (12)

  3. (SC, INC) x6 (18)

  4. (2 SC, INC) x6 (24)

  5. (3 SC, INC) x6 (30)
    6–15. SC around (30)

  6. (3 SC, DEC) x6 (24)
    17–21. SC around (24)
    FO, stuff and set aside.

🦵 Legs (Make 2)

Start with beige yarn:

  1. MR, 6 SC (6)

  2. INC x6 (12)

  3. (SC, INC) x6 (18)
    4–5. SC around (18)
    Switch to plum:
    6–10. SC around (18)
    FO and stuff.

Sew to bottom of the body, slightly angled.

💪 Arms (Make 2)

Start with beige yarn:

  1. MR, 6 SC (6)

  2. INC x6 (12)
    3–5. SC around (12)
    Switch to plum:
    6–12. SC around (12)
    FO, stuff lightly, and sew to each side of the upper body.

👕 Robe Skirt

Attach plum yarn to body bottom edge:

  1. CH 1, SC around
    2–4. HDC in each stitch, increasing evenly every round to add flare.
    FO and weave in ends.

🧷 Assembly

  • Sew the head to the body securely.

  • Attach arms and legs firmly to their respective positions.

  • Sew on ears, hair, beard, and robe details.

  • Embroider a gentle expression with black yarn for eyebrows and mouth.

🎉 Final Touches

Add a little stuffing to the robe skirt to maintain volume. Consider inserting wire for poseable arms if you like a more dynamic look.

Congratulations on finishing Donatello! 🧶👴 This wise and thoughtful friend will bring historical charm to your amigurumi collection. Happy crocheting! 💜✨


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