Launch into creativity with this Amigurumi Astronaut Doll crochet pattern! Whether you’re crafting for space enthusiasts, sci-fi lovers, or simply enjoy making adventurous amigurumi designs, this free pattern lets you stitch up a charming astronaut ready for cosmic exploration. With its detailed spacesuit, tiny helmet, and adorable space-ready stance, this crochet astronaut captures the excitement of interstellar travel in every stitch. Perfect for gifting to fellow explorers, decorating a futuristic display, or simply celebrating the joy of crochet, this amigurumi astronaut is sure to take your handmade collection to new heights! 🚀✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different color schemes, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature planet or a jetpack for extra charm. Craft a classic white-and-blue astronaut, create a vibrant galaxy-inspired version, or even stitch up a full space crew with matching explorers! Whether displayed as a stellar accent, gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Astronaut Doll is a fun and imaginative project—perfect for bringing the wonders of the universe to every stitch! 🧶🌌

🧶 Amigurumi Astronaut Crochet Pattern
Have you ever dreamed of bringing a little piece of outer space into your cozy home? This adorable astronaut is the perfect project for crochet lovers who enjoy creating unique characters with personality. With its bright suit details, cheerful helmet, and colorful patches, this astronaut is ready to float straight into your heart (and maybe onto your shelf or as a gift for a space enthusiast!).
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Requires basic amigurumi skills, color changes, embroidery, and simple appliqué.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 22–25 cm (9–10 in) tall using worsted weight cotton yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.
🧵 Materials
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Worsted weight cotton yarn:
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White (main suit)
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Beige (face)
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Dark Grey (boots & gloves)
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Light Grey (helmet rim & side panels)
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Yellow (hose & suit stitching)
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Red, Blue, Green (chest patches & accents)
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Crochet hook: 3.0 mm
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10 mm black safety eyes
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Yarn needle & stitch markers
🧶 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – single crochet
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inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
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dec – decrease (sc 2 together)
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sl st – slip stitch
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BLO – back loop only
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FO – fasten off
👩🚀 Pattern Instructions
Head & Helmet Base (Beige → White)
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With beige, MR 6.
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(inc) x6 → 12.
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(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.
7–13. 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 Rnds 9–10, ~6 sts apart. Stuff firmly.
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Switch to white: (sc, dec) x6 → 12. FO.
Helmet Rim (Light Grey)
Attach light grey at neck edge.
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sc around 36.
2–3. sc BLO → 36 (for raised rim).
FO, weave ends.
Helmet Side Panels (Make 2)
Yellow center:
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MR 6 in yellow. Join.
Grey border: -
Switch to grey, (inc) in each st → 12.
FO, leave long tail.
Embroider a thin red stripe across each circle. Sew to helmet sides.
Body (White)
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MR 6 in white.
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(inc) x6 → 12.
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(sc, inc) x6 → 18.
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(2 sc, inc) x6 → 24.
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(3 sc, inc) x6 → 30.
6–14. sc around → 30. -
(3 sc, dec) x6 → 24.
16–18. sc around → 24.
Stuff. FO.
Legs (Make 2, White → Dark Grey)
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MR 6 in dark grey.
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(inc) x6 → 12.
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(sc, inc) x6 → 18.
4–6. sc around → 18. -
Switch to white, (sc in each st) → 18.
8–14. sc around → 18. Stuff. FO, leaving tail to sew.
Detail: Embroider yellow horizontal stitch line across thighs.
Arms (Make 2, White → Dark Grey)
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MR 6 in dark grey.
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(inc) x6 → 12.
3–4. sc around → 12. -
Switch to white, sc around → 12.
6–12. sc around → 12.
Stuff lightly. FO.
Detail: Embroider yellow line around wrist cuffs.
Boots & Gloves
Already included with legs/arms. Use dark grey for accuracy.
Oxygen Hose (Yellow)
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Make 3 long chains (ch 40–45).
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Twist into cords or braid together.
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Sew one end to helmet back, the other to body’s lower back.
Chest Patches (Appliqués)
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Blue Circle: MR 6 → 12 sc. FO.
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Red Oval: Ch 5, work sc around both sides of chain, inc at ends. FO.
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Rainbow Patch: Small rectangle in green (ch 5, 2 rows sc). Embroider yellow, blue, red stripes across. FO.
Sew all three to chest.
Assembly
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Attach arms at sides.
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Sew legs to lower body.
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Attach head firmly to body.
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Sew chest patches.
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Add oxygen hose.
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Embroider yellow waist stitching across suit.
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No smile embroidery — only eyes, as in photo.
🌟 Final Touches
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Add a yellow mini scarf (ch 55, sc back across, add fringe if desired).
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Stuff firmly and shape into a standing pose.
🎉 Finished Astronaut!
Once you’ve sewn on the last detail, your astronaut is complete! This little space explorer makes a wonderful gift for kids, a fun decoration for any room, or even a keepsake for space dreamers of all ages. Every stitch helps bring this little adventurer to life, and now it’s ready to blast off into your crochet galaxy.
