Bring the enchanting magic of the Little Mermaid to life with this Amigurumi Little Mermaid crochet pattern! 🧜♀️✨ With her flowing hair, shimmering tail, and curious expression, this design captures the essence of this beloved underwater character in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a fairy tale-inspired décor piece, a heartfelt gift, or simply love mermaid-themed amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in hair textures, tail embellishments, and even tiny accessories like embroidered seashells or a miniature ocean setting to enhance its charm. Choose classic reds and blues for an authentic look or experiment with pastel hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a fantasy setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi Little Mermaid is sure to make waves.
Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this ocean princess to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🧜♀️ Amigurumi Little Mermaid Crochet Pattern
Bring the magic of the sea to your hooks with this enchanting Amigurumi Little Mermaid! With flowing pink hair, a scalloped top, and a shimmering tail, this doll is perfect for ocean-lovers, fairytale fans, or under-the-sea themed decor.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves color changes, hair attachment, and shaping.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall using velvet or worsted yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (Worsted or Velvet weight):
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Skin Tone (Body and arms)
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Red or Magenta (Hair)
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Light Purple (Shell bra)
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Teal or Aqua (Tail)
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Yellow (Starfish hair clip)
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Black or Brown (Eyes/eyebrows embroidery)
Other materials:
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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Safety eyes (8–10 mm)
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Polyfill stuffing
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
hdc – Half Double Crochet
dc – Double Crochet
FO – Fasten Off
👩🦰 Head
Use skin tone:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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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)
7–14. sc around (36)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 9–10, spaced ~6 sts apart. -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
👙 Body & Shell Bra
Start with skin tone:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–7. sc around (18)
Switch to purple: -
(sc, ch 3, sl st in same st) across 6 stitches to form shell shapes
Switch to teal for tail start: -
sc around (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
11–13. sc around (12)
FO and stuff.
🧜 Tail (Fishtail End)
Use teal:
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ch 6
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sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, dc, hdc, sc
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Repeat above for second fin
FO and sew both to bottom of tail.
💪 Arms (Make 2)
Use skin tone:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
2–6. sc around (6)
FO and sew to sides just below neck.
👩 Hair Cap Base
Use magenta:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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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)
6–10. sc around (30)
FO and sew onto head.
💈 Hair Strands
Cut ~30 strands of magenta yarn, each 6–8 inches long.
Attach using lark’s head knot across the back and sides of head.
Optional: curl hair strands around a pencil and steam for ringlets.
🌟 Starfish Clip
Use yellow:
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ch 4, sl st to form ring
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(ch 3, sl st in next st) x5 for tiny star shape
FO and sew to hair.
😍 Face Embroidery
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Use black/brown thread to embroider eyelashes and brows
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Add blush to cheeks with a bit of pink yarn or fabric blush
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Embroider smile with a few neat horizontal stitches
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Sew hair cap and tail securely
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Pose with tail curved or seated in shell-like bowl
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Optional: crochet seashell purse or sea creature friend
💡 Customization Ideas
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Change tail colors for rainbow mermaids
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Add glitter thread to shell bra or tail
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Make different hairstyles (braids, buns, waves)
This graceful little mermaid is ready to swim into your heart and onto your hook! 🧜♀️✨
