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Amigurumi Figure Skater – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Figure Skater – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Oh, the joy of diving into the world of amigurumi! 🌟 There’s something truly magical about taking a bundle of yarn, a crochet hook, and a dash of creativity to bring a miniature figure skater to life. Whether you’re a seasoned crochet enthusiast or just beginning your yarn journey, crafting a figure skater amigurumi is a delightful way to combine art and sport into a cuddly masterpiece. The appeal lies in the ability to capture the grace and elegance of figure skating in such a charming and tangible form. Each stitch is a step closer to creating a tiny replica that embodies the elegance of a skater gliding across the ice.

Now, let’s chat about the process. It all starts with choosing the perfect yarn colors to reflect the skater’s outfit—perhaps a shimmering blue for the dress or a crisp white for the skates. 🧶 Once you’ve gathered your materials, the creation begins with a series of simple stitches that form the basic shape. There’s such satisfaction in watching the little skater take form, bit by bit. And the fun doesn’t stop there! Adding intricate details like sequins for sparkle or embroidery for that personalized touch truly makes the figure skater unique. It’s a delightful mix of creativity and patience, where each completed piece is a testament to your handiwork and imagination.

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⛸️ Amigurumi Figure Skater Crochet Pattern

Celebrate the elegance of figure skating with this champion doll, ready to dazzle in her sparkly blue dress and graceful poise!

🧶 Skill Level

Intermediate – Uses color changes, shaping, and small accessory work.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 22–25 cm (9–10 inches) tall when made with DK yarn and a 2.5–3 mm hook.

✂️ Materials Needed

  • Yarn (DK weight):

    • Skin tone (head, arms, legs)

    • Blue (dress, headband, arm sleeve)

    • White (dress trim)

    • Black (boots/skates)

    • Gray or silver (blade detail)

    • Gold (medal)

    • Red (medal ribbon stripe)

  • 2.5–3 mm crochet hook

  • 8–10 mm safety eyes

  • Fiberfill stuffing

  • Stitch markers

  • Yarn needle

  • Optional: white thread for embroidered name/lettering

  • Small piece of felt or foam for medal (if not crocheting it)

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single crochet

  • inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)

  • dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)

  • ch – Chain

  • sl st – Slip stitch

  • FO – Fasten off

🧍‍♀️ Doll Base

👧 Head

With skin tone yarn:

  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. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–15. sc (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, close and weave in.

Insert safety eyes between Rounds 11–12, about 6–7 stitches apart.

🧍‍♀️ Body (Start from waist down)

With skin tone:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–6. sc (18)
    Switch to blue

  4. sc (18)

  5. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  6. sc (24)

  7. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    11–14. sc (30)

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Switch to skin tone for neck
    17–20. sc (18)
    Stuff and sew to head

🦵 Legs (make 2)

With black (boot):

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. (sc, inc) x3 (9)
    3–4. sc (9)

  3. Switch to skin tone, sc (9)
    6–14. sc (9)
    Stuff and FO

🧤 Arms (make 2)

Arm 1 (bare):

  1. MR, 6 sc
    2–10. sc (6)
    Stuff lightly, FO

Arm 2 (with blue sleeve):

  1. MR, 6 sc (in skin tone)
    2–4. sc (6)
    Switch to blue
    5–10. sc (6)
    FO, lightly stuff

👗 Skating Dress (worked directly onto body or separately)

With blue:

  1. Join yarn at waist, sc around (30)
    2–4. sc (30)

  2. Skirt trim – (ch 3, sl st in next st) around
    Switch to white for ruffle

  3. Work frilly edge: (sc, hdc, sc) in each ch loop
    FO and weave in

Optional: embroider “WM” or a name tag in white

🎀 Headband

With blue & white:

  • Chain enough to fit around head

  • Row 1: sc in blue

  • Row 2: sl st in white
    FO, sew in place

⛸️ Skates (Blades)

  1. Cut thin metallic yarn or crochet with gray

  2. Sew to soles of boots (use sl st if crocheted)

  3. Embroider laces if desired

🏅 Gold Medal

With gold yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. sl st around, FO

  • Embroider star or symbol

  • Use red & white yarn as ribbon:
    ch 35, attach ends to shoulders
    sew medal to ribbon front

✨ Final Touches

  • Add optional blush with pastel or pink pencil

  • Adjust the pose (slightly bent leg for skating stance)

  • Pose her proudly holding her medal! 🥇✨

Bravo! You’ve crocheted a skating star! 💙❄️ This project makes a perfect gift for figure skating fans or holiday winter decor.


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