Twirl into the world of elegance with this Amigurumi Ballerina Duo crochet pattern! Whether you’re crafting for dance lovers, whimsical decor, or simply enjoy making graceful character dolls, this free pattern lets you stitch up a charming pair of ballerinas ready to pirouette into your collection. With their delicate tutus, poised expressions, and flowing ballet movements, these crochet dancers capture the beauty and artistry of ballet in every stitch. Perfect for gifting to aspiring dancers, decorating a dreamy space, or simply celebrating the joy of crochet, this amigurumi ballerina duo is a delightful way to bring elegance to your handmade treasures! 🩰✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different tutu colors, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like ballet slippers or a miniature stage for extra charm. Craft a classic pink ballerina duo, create a pastel version for a soft aesthetic, or even stitch up a full ballet ensemble with matching dancers! Whether displayed as a graceful accent, gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Ballerina Duo is a beautiful and inspiring project—perfect for bringing the magic of dance to every stitch! 🧶💃
🩰 Amigurumi Ballerina Dolls Crochet Pattern
Bring the elegance of the ballet stage to your crochet projects with these beautiful ballerina dolls! With their graceful tutus, hair buns, and delicate slippers, they make a perfect handmade gift for little dancers or a charming display piece.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – involves shaping, color changes, and assembling small parts.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 24 cm (9.5 inches) tall when using DK yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- DK weight cotton yarn in:
- Skin tone (beige/cream)
- Pink (dress, shoes, tutu, blush)
- Light brown/dark brown (hair)
- Black (eyelashes/embroidery details)
- Crochet hook: 2.5 mm
- Safety eyes: 10 mm
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR = Magic Ring
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase (2 sc in one st)
- dec = decrease (sc 2 sts together)
- sl st = slip stitch
- BLO = back loop only
- FLO = front loop only
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
🧵 Pattern Instructions
Head
Using skin tone yarn:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7-14. sc around (36) - Place safety eyes between R10–R11, 7 sts apart. Embroider nose with pink yarn 2 rows below eyes. Embroider ears separately (see below) and sew on.
- (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6), FO and close. Stuff firmly.
Ears (make 2)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- sc around (6)
FO, leave tail for sewing. Attach to head at eye level.
Body
Start with skin tone:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5-8. sc around (24)
Change to pink (dress color):
9-18. sc around (24) - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff well. FO, leaving tail.
Legs (make 2)
Start with pink (shoes):
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4-5. sc around (18) - (sc, dec) x6 (12)
7-12. sc around (12)
Change to skin tone:
13-24. sc around (12)
FO, stuff lightly.
Arms (make 2)
With skin tone:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
2-12. sc around (6)
FO, do not stuff. Sew to body at R12.
Hair & Bun
With brown yarn:
- Crochet a hair cap: repeat the first 14 rounds of the head. Place over head, sew neatly.
- For bun:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4-5. sc around (18) - (sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6), FO. Sew on top of head.
Skirt (Tutu)
Attach pink yarn to FLO of Round 9 of body.
- ch 2, dc in each st around, sl st (24)
- (2 dc in each st) around (48)
- ch 2, dc around (48)
- Repeat for extra ruffles if desired.
Ballet Shoes Details
- Embroider lace ties with pink yarn in an X around the legs.
Assembly
- Sew legs to bottom of body.
- Sew arms to sides.
- Attach head securely.
- Embroider small blush cheeks with pink yarn.
- Add smile with black yarn.
🌸 Finishing Touches
- Add a ribbon around the hair bun if desired.
- Lightly blush cheeks with pink pastel for extra cuteness.
- Pose the ballerina on a small crochet stage mat for a photo-perfect finish.
Your beautiful Amigurumi Ballerina Doll is ready to dance on stage! Perfect for ballet lovers, gifts, or as a graceful display. You can customize the hair, tutu, and shoes in any color to match your favorite ballerina!
