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Amigurumi Shakira – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Shakira – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Welcome to the vibrant world of music-inspired amigurumi! 🎶✨ Today, I’m delighted to share my free crochet pattern for Amigurumi Shakira—a dazzling and dynamic little performer full of rhythm and joy! Whether you love crafting pop culture icons, enjoy creating characters with movement and flair, or simply want to add a burst of Latin energy to your handmade collection, this pattern will guide you through stitching up a beautifully detailed Shakira with her signature curls, sparkling outfit, and irresistible hip-shaking pose! 💃

This design embraces flowing curves and playful textures to bring a concert-worthy energy to your amigurumi! 🧶💛 I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Shakira turns out just right—perfect for display, gifting to music lovers, or simply adding a bit of waka waka spirit to your crochet creations! So grab your hooks, pick out golden yellows and warm browns, and let’s stitch up a musical icon who’s always ready to dance! ✨

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💃 Amigurumi Shakira Crochet Pattern

Bring rhythm and color to your crochet creations with this dazzling Amigurumi Shakira doll! Dressed in a vibrant dance outfit with curly multicolor hair and playful style, this piece captures the energy and essence of the iconic pop sensation. Perfect as a gift for music lovers or as a bold display piece!

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Involves color changes, hair shaping, and outfit detailing.

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall using DK weight yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Yarn (DK or Worsted weight):

    • Skin tone (arms, legs, face)

    • Magenta (top and shorts trim)

    • Turquoise blue (shorts)

    • Yellow, purple, teal, pink (hair curls)

  • 3 mm crochet hook

  • 10–12 mm safety eyes

  • Tapestry needle

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Black and red embroidery thread (eyelashes, mouth)

  • Stitch marker

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
hdc – Half Double Crochet
FO – Fasten Off
( ) – Repeat instructions in parentheses

🧠 Head (Skin tone)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–14. sc around (36)

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    – Insert safety eyes between rounds 10–11, spaced 7–8 stitches apart

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    – Stuff firmly

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close.

👂 Ears (Make 2 – Skin tone)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. sc around (12)
    FO and sew to sides of head, aligned with eyes.

💃 Hair Curls (Make 35–45)

Use various yarn colors (pink, teal, yellow, purple):

  1. ch 25–30

  2. Work 2 sc in each chain back (creates spiral effect)
    FO and attach each strand around the crown of head using tapestry needle or latch hook technique.

🧍 Body (Skin tone → Shorts Blue)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
    5–8. sc around (24)

  5. Change to magenta, sc around

  6. Change to turquoise blue, sc around (24)
    11–20. sc around (24)

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Stuff firmly

  8. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  9. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close.

💪 Arms (Make 2 – Skin tone)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
    3–12. sc around (9)
    Stuff lightly
    FO and sew to upper body.

🦵 Legs (Make 2 – Skin tone)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–6. sc around (18)

  4. Change to magenta, sc around

  5. Add yellow/purple detail with surface stitches or color changes
    9–11. sc around (18)
    Stuff and sew side by side to lower body.

👙 Top (Magenta)

  1. ch 25

  2. sc across

  3. Change to skin tone, sc row

  4. FO and sew around bust
    Optional: Add chain tie for halter effect or back closure.

✏️ Facial Details

  • Use black thread to embroider eyelashes and eyebrows.

  • Embroider red lips with a gentle smile.

  • Use blush or pink thread for cheek details.

✂️ Finishing Touches

  • Adjust hair with your fingers for volume.

  • Use optional yarn gel or light spray to keep curls in place.

  • Add small jewelry or sequins for stage-ready glam!

This vibrant Shakira amigurumi is full of personality and rhythm. With her colorful curls and confident stance, she’s ready to dance into your heart and your crochet collection! 🎶🧶


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