Step into the dark side of the galaxy with this Amigurumi Emperor Palpatine crochet pattern! 🏴☠️✨ Cloaked in flowing black robes, with piercing eyes and an unmistakable sinister smirk, this design brings the Master of the Sith to life in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a Star Wars-themed collection, a unique display piece, or simply love iconic villains, this amigurumi creation embodies power, mystery, and a touch of menace.
Designed for those who appreciate intricate details, this pattern allows for customization in hood shape, facial features, and even tiny accessories like a miniature lightsaber or embroidered Force lightning effects to enhance his dark presence. Perfect for fans who admire the lore of the Sith, this amigurumi Palpatine stands as a tribute to a timeless character, ready to cast his shadow across your collection—one stitch at a time. 🧶✨
👑 Amigurumi Emperor Palpatine Crochet Pattern
Bring balance to your crochet galaxy with this amigurumi version of the Emperor! Cloaked in darkness and seated in power, this piece is perfect for Star Wars fans who want to add a little Sith Lord to their plush collection.
✨ Skill Level
Advanced – Includes shaping, facial features, cloak assembly, and sewn parts.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall seated, using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (Worsted Weight):
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Color A: Beige or pale skin tone (Head, hands, body)
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Color B: Dark brown (Boots)
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Color C: Black (Cloak)
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Small amounts of white/grey (Belt)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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12 mm safety eyes or embroidered dark eyes
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Polyfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Optional: plastic canvas for chair structure
🧵 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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sl st – Slip Stitch
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ch – Chain
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FO – Fasten Off
🔽 Pattern Instructions
🧠 Head
With Color A:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 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)
Insert eyes now and stuff -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close hole
👃 Wrinkled Face Details
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Use long chains of Color A and tack them across the face for wrinkles and folds.
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Embroider downward creases and a squiggled mouth using brown or black thread.
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Optional: Attach crocheted tubes or stuffed chains under the eyes for jowls and the ridged Sith brow.
🧍 Body
With Color A:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–10. sc around (24) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (20)
12–13. sc around (20) -
(2 sc, dec) x5 (15)
Stuff and FO
🦵 Legs (Make 2)
Start with Color B (Boots):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12) -
Switch to Color A
7–12. sc around
Stuff and sew to bottom of body in sitting position
✋ Arms (Make 2)
Start with Color A:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around -
dec x6 (6)
7–10. sc around
FO, stuff lightly, and sew to body sides
🧥 Robe Cloak
With Color C:
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Ch 36
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Row 1: sc in each ch (35)
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Row 2–20: Turn, sc across
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FO and make a second panel
Hood (Optional)
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ch 20
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sc back and forth for 8–10 rows
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Fold in half and stitch back seam, then attach to cloak panel
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Drape cloak over shoulders and tack to arms and neck with stitches
🧰 Belt (Optional Embroidery)
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Use grey yarn or embroidery floss to stitch a rectangle on the midsection.
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Add square silver buckle and tiny vertical white bars for Sith belt tech.
🪑 Chair (Optional, not crocheted)
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Sew or glue a backing piece of felt or use a mini plastic chair
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Upholster with foam and grey/blue felt to match his throne
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Stitch figure in seated pose for permanent display
✂️ Final Assembly
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Attach arms, legs, and head
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Drape robe naturally over shoulders and legs
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Add facial shadows with a little grey embroidery or dry-brushed fabric paint for realism
💡 Customization Ideas
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Add red lightsaber (crochet or felt)
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Make a tiny Yoda to pair
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Create seated Jedi Council backdrop for display
May the stitches flow through you. Rule the galaxy—one yarn loop at a time! 🧶🖤🌌
