Celebrate the vibrant artistry of Yayoi Kusama with this Amigurumi Yayoi Kusama Doll crochet pattern! 🎨✨ With her signature polka dots, bold colors, and avant-garde style, this design brings the essence of the iconic artist to life in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for an art-inspired décor piece, a meaningful gift, or simply love character-driven amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a stunning addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in outfit details, color combinations, and even tiny accessories like a miniature paintbrush or a polka-dotted canvas to enhance its personality. Choose classic Kusama hues for an authentic look or experiment with playful interpretations for a unique twist! Whether displayed as part of an artistic showcase or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi Yayoi Kusama doll is sure to inspire. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this visionary artist to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🎨 Amigurumi Yayoi Kusama Doll Crochet Pattern
Bring the spirit of iconic artist Yayoi Kusama to life with this colorful amigurumi doll inspired by her polka-dot style and minimalist expression. This crochet pattern captures her signature look with vibrant colors and bold spots—perfect for art lovers!
🧵 Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, applique circles, and hair attachment techniques.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 28–30 cm (11–12 inches) tall using DK yarn and a 2.5–3 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (DK or sport weight):
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Peach (skin tone)
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Bright orange (hair)
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Mauve or light purple (dress base)
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Black (polka dots)
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Green (left sleeve and socks)
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White or beige (shoes)
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10 mm safety eyes
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Stitch markers
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Stuffing (fiberfill)
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Yarn needle
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Scissors
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Hot glue gun (optional for hair attachment)
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terminology)
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
ch – chain
st – stitch
sl st – slip stitch
FO – fasten off
MR – magic ring
BLO – back loop only
🧍 Head & Body (worked from head downward)
Head – with peach 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)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
– Insert safety eyes between R8 and R9, about 6 sts apart
– Stuff firmly
Neck:
18–19. sc around (18)
20. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Body – switch to mauve/purple:
21. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
22. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
23–32. sc around (36)
33. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
34. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
35. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
– Stuff firmly
– FO and close
🦵 Legs (Make 2)
Start with green (socks):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18)
Switch to mauve:
7–20. sc around
– Stuff
– FO, leave tail for sewing
– Sew to bottom of body
💪 Arms (Make 2 – 1 in mauve, 1 in green)
Start with peach (hand):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around
Switch to green (left) / mauve (right):
6–18. sc around
– Lightly stuff
– FO, sew to sides of body
🎨 Polka Dots (Make 6–8 in black)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
– FO, leave long tail
– Sew randomly across body, limbs, and sleeves.
🧡 Hair
Cut multiple 15–20 cm strands of bright orange yarn.
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Attach using a latch-hook method from crown downward
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Create a bob shape with straight bangs
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Trim evenly
Optional: steam lightly for neatness
🖌️ Face Embroidery
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Eyebrows: Use black yarn and backstitch above eyes
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Mouth: Small horizontal line using black thread or fine yarn
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Blush: Optional pink thread for cheek details
✅ Finishing
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Position arms and legs neatly and sew firmly
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Stitch polka dots flat and evenly spaced
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Fluff and style hair for iconic shape
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Add extra touches: red lipstick stitch or white collar if desired
Let your creativity go dotty with this stylish Yayoi Kusama-inspired amigurumi doll! A perfect tribute to a living art legend.
