Hey there! Have you ever seen those adorable little crochet dolls called amigurumi? They’re incredibly cute, and creating them is just as delightful as admiring them! One of the most captivating themes for amigurumi is the geisha doll. The appeal of crafting a geisha amigurumi is undeniable. There’s something enchanting about capturing the grace and elegance of a geisha in a tiny, huggable form. 🌸 The vibrant kimonos, delicate features, and intricate hairstyles make these projects a joy to work on, offering both a challenge and a creative outlet for crochet enthusiasts like us.
The process of making a geisha doll amigurumi is a blend of tradition and creativity. It starts with selecting the perfect yarn colors to bring your vision to life. From there, it’s all about getting into the rhythm of crocheting, stitch by stitch, as your geisha begins to take shape in your hands. 🧶 Designing the kimono is perhaps the most exciting part, as you can play with colors and patterns that reflect the traditional Japanese attire. Adding details like tiny obi belts and delicate accessories brings your doll to life, turning it into a miniature work of art. It’s a joyful journey from start to finish, full of creativity and a dash of patience.
Amigurumi Geisha Doll Pattern
Skill Level: Intermediate
Finished Size: Approximately 8 inches tall
Materials
– Worsted weight yarn in skin tone, black, pink, purple, and white
– Crochet hook size 3.5mm (E-4)
– 10mm safety eyes
– Fiberfill stuffing
– Tapestry needle
– Stitch marker
– Embroidery thread for facial details
– Wooden skewers for hair sticks
– Small tassels for decoration
Abbreviations (US Terminology)
– ch: chain
– sc: single crochet
– inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
– dec: decrease (sc two stitches together)
– st: stitch
– sl st: slip stitch
– BLO: back loop only
Pattern Instructions
Head
1. With skin tone yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
3. Round 2: inc around (12)
4. Round 3: (sc, inc) around (18)
5. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) around (24)
6. Round 5: (3 sc, inc) around (30)
7. Round 6-12: sc around (30)
8. Round 13: (3 sc, dec) around (24)
9. Round 14: (2 sc, dec) around (18)
10. Insert safety eyes between rounds 10 and 11, 6 stitches apart.
11. Round 15: (sc, dec) around (12)
12. Round 16: dec around (6)
13. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Stuff firmly.
Hair
1. With black yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
3. Round 2: inc around (12)
4. Round 3: (sc, inc) around (18)
5. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) around (24)
6. Round 5-10: sc around (24)
7. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Body
1. With purple yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
3. Round 2: inc around (12)
4. Round 3: (sc, inc) around (18)
5. Round 4-6: sc around (18)
6. Round 7: (2 sc, inc) around (24)
7. Round 8-12: sc around (24)
8. Round 13: (2 sc, dec) around (18)
9. Round 14: (sc, dec) around (12)
10. Stuff firmly.
11. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Arms (make 2)
1. With skin tone yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
3. Round 2-5: sc around (6)
4. Switch to purple yarn.
5. Round 6-10: sc around (6)
6. Stuff lightly.
7. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Legs (make 2)
1. With pink yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
3. Round 2: inc around (12)
4. Round 3-5: sc around (12)
5. Switch to purple yarn.
6. Round 6-10: sc around (12)
7. Stuff lightly.
8. Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Kimono
1. With purple yarn, ch 26.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across (25)
3. Row 2-5: ch 1, turn, sc across (25)
4. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Obi (Belt)
1. With white yarn, ch 30.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and across (29)
3. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly
1. Sew the hair onto the head.
2. Embroider facial details with embroidery thread.
3. Attach the head to the body.
4. Sew arms to each side of the body.
5. Attach legs to the bottom of the body.
6. Wrap and sew the kimono around the body.
7. Secure the obi around the waist.
Finishing Touches
1. Insert wooden skewers as hair sticks.
2. Attach tassels to the hair sticks.
3. Final adjustments to stuffing and shaping.
Tips:
Take your time with the embroidery for a charming expression! 🎎 Your geisha doll will be a delightful addition to any collection or a unique gift for friends. Enjoy the crafting journey! 🧶
🎉 Your handmade crochet creation for Amigurumi Geisha Doll Pattern is complete! Enjoy your one-of-a-kind amigurumi masterpiece and experiment with various yarn colors for a personal touch! 🧶✨
