Welcome to the serene and meaningful world of amigurumi! ✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for Baby Jesus in a Manger—a heartfelt and symbolic creation perfect for nativity scenes, holiday décor, or anyone who loves crafting spiritually inspired designs. 🎄 Whether you enjoy stitching up religious figures, creating expressive and detailed pieces, or simply want to add a beautiful manger scene to your handmade collection, this pattern will guide you through crafting a tender and peaceful plush figure with soft textures, gentle shaping, and a cozy manger to cradle Baby Jesus. 🤍
This design embraces warm tones, delicate details, and thoughtful shaping to bring a sense of reverence and joy to your crochet projects! 🧶🌟 I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Baby Jesus in a Manger turns out just right—ready to be displayed in your holiday décor or become a treasured handmade keepsake! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out soft creams, gentle browns, and golden accents, and let’s stitch up a meaningful and inspiring nativity piece! ✨
👶 Amigurumi Baby Jesus in a Manger Crochet Pattern
Celebrate the true spirit of Christmas with this sweet and peaceful Amigurumi Baby Jesus! 🕊️ Wrapped in a soft robe and resting in a manger, this little figure is perfect for nativity scenes, holiday displays, or thoughtful handmade gifts. ✨
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves shaping, basic color changes, and piece assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 8–10 inches (20–25 cm) tall using DK or worsted weight yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (Worsted or DK weight):
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Light beige (Skin)
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Brown (Hair)
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Light gray or cream (Robe and hood)
Other:
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3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook
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10–12 mm safety eyes
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Stitch marker
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Tapestry needle
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Optional: Basket base, raffia or yarn for straw
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
🧒 Head
With light beige yarn:
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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)
7–14. sc around (36) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 10–11, about 7 stitches apart. -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close. Stuff firmly.
💇 Hair Cap
With brown yarn:
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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)
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sc around (36)
FO and sew to top of head.
Curls:
Ch 7, turn, 2 sc in each ch (12) – Make 10–12 curls and sew across the front edge of the hairline.
👕 Body (Robe)
Start with light gray yarn:
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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)
6–20. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly. -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
FO, leave long tail for sewing.
💪 Arms (Make 2)
Start with beige yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–4. sc around (9)
Switch to robe color:
5–10. sc around (9)
FO and lightly stuff. Sew to body sides.
Optional: Embroider thumbs or fingers with beige yarn.
🦶 Legs (Make 2)
With beige yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around (12)
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(2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
5–8. sc around (9)
FO and stuff. Sew to bottom of body.
🧣 Hood
With robe color:
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Ch 21
2–15. sc across (20), ch 1, turn
FO and sew along back edge of hair, letting it drape over the head like a shawl.
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Weave in all ends neatly.
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Add a tiny smile with black thread or yarn.
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Arrange in a rattan basket or crochet a simple round base.
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For straw effect, use raffia or cut strands of yellow yarn.
🎄 This peaceful little Baby Jesus is the heart of your handmade nativity scene. Perfect for gifting or treasuring as part of your family’s Christmas traditions for years to come.
