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Amigurumi Mary And Baby Jesus – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Mary And Baby Jesus – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Celebrate the beauty of the Nativity story with this Amigurumi Mary and Baby Jesus crochet pattern! This heartfelt design captures the gentle warmth of Mary cradling Baby Jesus, bringing a touch of serenity and love to your handmade collection. With soft pastel tones, delicate details, and a peaceful expression, this crochet creation embodies the spirit of Christmas and the joy of crafting. Whether you’re making it as a meaningful holiday decoration, a cherished keepsake, or simply enjoy creating faith-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a beautiful representation of this timeless scene! ✨🧶

Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different colors, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature halo or swaddling cloth for extra charm. Craft a classic Mary and Baby Jesus with traditional hues, create a whimsical version with soft pastels, or even stitch up a full Nativity-inspired amigurumi set for a stunning display! Whether gifted as a treasured keepsake, displayed as a heartfelt accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Mary and Baby Jesus is a meaningful and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade devotion to every stitch! 💖🙏

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🙏 Amigurumi Mary & Baby Jesus Crochet Pattern

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with this serene and heartfelt Mary and Baby Jesus amigurumi set. Designed with loving details like gently sculpted fingers, color-layered robes, and swaddled baby styling.

✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, finger sculpting, and color changes.

📏 Finished Size
Mary: approx. 11–12 inches (28–30 cm)
Baby Jesus: approx. 5–6 inches (13–15 cm)

🧶 Materials

  • Yarn (DK or worsted):

    • Skin tone (peach/light beige) – Color A

    • Maroon or wine (Mary’s dress) – Color B

    • Blue (Mary’s outer cloak) – Color C

    • White (cloak lining & Baby’s robe) – Color D

    • Mustard/Gold (cloak trim) – Color E

    • Brown (hair & eyebrows) – Color F

    • Black – Eyes or embroidery (Color G)

  • Hook: 2.5–3.0 mm

  • Safety eyes or black yarn

  • Tapestry needle

  • Stitch marker

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Optional: felt for backing eyes or to reinforce fingers

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FLO/BLO – Front/Back Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off

🧍 Mary Pattern

Head (Color A)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

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

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

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–14. sc around (30)

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

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

  8. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    – Stuff firmly

  9. dec x6 (6), FO and close.

Body (Color B → Color A for neck)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

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

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

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–12. sc around

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    15–18. sc around

  8. Switch to Color A (neck/skin), sc around

  9. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    – Stuff firmly

  10. dec x6 (6), FO and sew to head.

Arms with Fingers (Make 2 – Color A)

Fingers (Make 4 each hand):

  1. MR, 4 sc

  2. sc around (4)
    FO and leave tail.

Thumb (Make 1):
Same as above but slightly shorter (just 1 round).

Palm/Arm Assembly:

  • Sew fingers together side by side

  • Attach thumb to side

  • Sc around entire base (~12 sts)

  • Continue working rounds upward (8–10 rounds)

  • Stuff lightly

  • FO and sew to shoulder area

Hair Cap (Color F)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

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

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

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–9. sc around
    FO and sew to head. Embroider part line with small chain stitch if desired.

Cloak with Hood (Color C, lined with Color D)

Outer Layer (Cloak):

  • Ch 40, turn

  • Row 1–40: sc across, ch 1 turn (make a square/rectangle)

  • Add hood:

    • Fold rectangle, crochet 15–20 sts across top edge only

    • Join edges to form hood shape
      Lining (Color D):

  • Repeat above but 1–2 rows shorter

  • Sew white lining inside
    Edging (Color E):

  • sc or reverse sc along all visible edges for decorative gold trim

Sew or drape cloak over head and around body.

👶 Baby Jesus Pattern

Head (Color A)

Same as Mary’s head up to 30 sts
– Add 6–8 rounds at 30 sts
– Stuff and close gradually

Body (Color D – Robe)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–8. sc around
    – Switch to Color A at collar to make visible neckline

  4. (2 sc, dec) x4 (16)

  5. sc around
    – Stuff, FO and sew to head.

Arms (Color A + D cuff)

  1. MR, 4 sc (Color A – skin)

  2. sc around
    Switch to Color D (robe), 5–6 rows
    FO, lightly stuff and sew to sides

Hair & Face

  • Hair cap: Brown semicircle (ch 6, sc increasing to cover back)

  • Eyebrows: Embroider simple arch

  • Eyes: safety eyes or black yarn French knots

  • Optional: stitch a tiny nose with horizontal bar stitch

✂️ Finishing Touches

  • Position Baby in Mary’s hands before stitching

  • Sculpt Mary’s eyes by pulling yarn gently through head for a deeper set

  • Use soft blush or embroidery thread for cheek blush

  • Weave in all ends carefully

💡 Customization Ideas

  • Add a halo: gold yarn circle stitched behind heads

  • Stitch a star or nativity star detail onto Mary’s cloak

  • Place on a crocheted hay bed or manger for display

This peaceful Mary and Baby Jesus set is a meaningful handmade centerpiece for Christmas or a gentle teaching toy for children. ❤️🕊️


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