Bring energy and excitement to your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Cheerleader Doll pattern! Inspired by the lively spirit of cheerleading, this adorable design captures the enthusiasm, bright uniform, and signature pom-poms in every stitch. With its dynamic pose and cheerful expression, this crochet cheerleader is perfect for adding a fun and motivational touch to your handmade projects. Whether you’re crafting for sports fans, creating a unique gift, or simply enjoy making character-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a spirited cheerleader bursting with personality! 📣✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different team colors, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature megaphone or bow for extra charm. Craft a classic cheerleader with bold hues, create a pastel version for a whimsical aesthetic, or even stitch up a full squad of amigurumi cheerleaders for a lively display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as an energetic accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Cheerleader Doll is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade team spirit to every stitch! 🧶💖
📣 Amigurumi Cheerleader Doll Crochet Pattern
Bring the excitement of game day to your crochet collection with this amigurumi cheerleader doll! She’s full of team spirit, wearing her red-and-white uniform with fine red chest stripes, ribbed pleated skirt, and bright looped pigtails. With fluffy pom-poms and her own basketball-court mat, she’s ready to cheer on your favorite team! 🏀✨
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Combines shaping, color changes, embroidery, post-stitch ribbing, and detailed multi-part assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 11 inches (28 cm) tall using DK or light-worsted yarn with a 3 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK or Light-Worsted Weight):
A – Light Beige (Skin tone)
B – Bright Red (Hair, skirt, shoes, pom-poms)
C – White (Uniform stripes, hair accents, shoe trim, mat lines)
D – Black (Eyes, lettering)
E – Pink (Cheeks)
F – Light Orange (Mat base)
Other Supplies:
3 mm crochet hook
10 mm black safety eyes
Polyester fiberfill stuffing
Tapestry needle
Black embroidery thread
Scissors and stitch markers
Pins for assembly
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
fpdc – Front Post Double Crochet
bpdc – Back Post Double Crochet
BLO – Back Loop Only
FLO – Front Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off
👧 Head (Color A)
Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Round 6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Rounds 7–14: sc around (36)
Insert 10 mm safety eyes between rounds 10–11, about 8 stitches apart.
Round 15: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Round 16: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Round 17: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18) – Stuff firmly.
Round 18: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Round 19: dec ×6 (6)
FO and close.
Face Details:
Embroider 3 short lashes above each eye.
Add small arched eyebrows.
Stitch a red smile curve below eyes.
Add soft pink blush circles under each eye.
💇 Hair and Striped Pigtails (Colors B + C)
Hair Cap:
Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Round 6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Rounds 7–13: sc around (36)
FO, fit snugly on head, and sew evenly.
Looped Pigtails (8 total):
Chain 24 and join to form a ring.
Round 1–2: Red sc around.
Round 3: White sc around.
Round 4: Red sc around.
Round 5: White sc around.
Rounds 6–8: Red sc around.
FO and flatten (no stuffing).
Attach 4 loops per side above the ears in a fan formation to create the bouncy looped pigtails shown in the photo.
💪 Body and Uniform with Red Chest Stripes
Neck (Color A):
Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Round 5: sc around (24)
Top (White C):
Round 6: sc around (24)
Round 7: sc around (24)
Round 8: sc around (24)
Round 9: sc around (24)
FO.
Add Thin Red Stripes (Surface Slip Stitch, Red B):
Stripe 1 – work around Round 7
Stripe 2 – work around Round 9
Surface slip stitch both stripes neatly for fine horizontal lines across the chest.
Waistband and Torso (Red B):
Round 10: BLO sc around (24) – creates ridge for skirt attachment.
Round 11: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Rounds 12–14: sc around (18)
Stuff firmly and FO.
Lettering:
Using black embroidery thread, stitch “TEAM SPIRIT” in two neat block lines between the red pinstripes on the front.
👗 Ribbed Pleated Skirt (Red B + White C)
Join Red to BLO ridge from Round 10 of body.
Round 1: Ch 2 (counts as dc), dc around (24), join.
Round 2: (fpdc, bpdc) around (24), join.
Round 3: (fpdc-inc, bpdc) repeat around (≈36), join.
Round 4: (fpdc, fpdc, bpdc) repeat (36), join.
Round 5: (fpdc-inc, fpdc, bpdc) repeat (≈48), join.
Rounds 6–7: (fpdc, fpdc, bpdc) repeat (48), join.
Switch to White: reverse sc (crab stitch) around for clean edge. FO.
This post-stitch ribbing gives real vertical pleats and a flared skirt that matches the photo.
✋ Arms (Make 2)
Color A:
Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
Rounds 3–12: sc around (9)
Switch to White:
Rounds 13–14: sc around (12)
FO and stuff lightly.
Sew arms raised in a “V” pose with palms facing forward.
🦵 Legs (Make 2)
Color A:
Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rounds 4–9: sc around (18)
Round 10: (4 sc, dec) ×3 (15)
Rounds 11–18: sc around (15)
Stuff and FO.
Sew legs slightly apart for stability.
👟 Shoes (Make 2)
Color B:
Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Round 5: BLO sc around (24)
Rounds 6–7: sc around (24)
Switch to White:
Round 8: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Round 9: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
FO and stuff toe area.
Laces:
Chain 12 with White yarn, tie into bow, and sew to front of shoe.
🎀 Pom-Poms (Make 2)
Cut 60 strands of yarn, 6 inches long, in equal amounts of Red and White.
Tie the bundle tightly in the middle with Red yarn.
Trim to a 2.5-inch sphere, fluff well, and sew into the center of each hand so they appear raised in the classic cheer pose.
🏀 Basketball Court Mat (Color F + White C)
Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Continue increasing each round until 54 stitches total.
Switch to White: slip stitch 2 rounds for border.
Add basketball-court lines using surface slip stitch — one center line and two curved lines at each end.
Approx. 10 cm (4 in) diameter.
🪡 Assembly Order
- Sew hair cap to head.
- Attach 8 pigtail loops evenly (4 per side).
- Join head to body securely.
- Sew arms in raised V-pose.
- Attach skirt along waist ridge.
- Sew legs and shoes in standing position.
- Add bows and pom-poms.
- Place finished doll on basketball mat for display.
✅ Photo-Accurate Highlights
✔ Two thin horizontal red stripes across white chest
✔ Red shoulder straps and neckline edging
✔ “TEAM SPIRIT” lettering centered on chest
✔ Ribbed vertical-pleat skirt with white hem
✔ Bouncy red-and-white looped pigtails
✔ Full two-tone pom-poms
✔ Red sneakers with white trim and bows
✔ Round orange basketball mat with white lines
🎉 Finishing Touches
Your spirited Amigurumi Cheerleader Doll is complete!
She stands proudly with pom-poms high, ready to cheer for your favorite team. Change the colors to match school or club uniforms for personalized gifts — or make a whole squad! 💫
Perfect for:
🏆 Sports fans and cheer teams
🎁 Handmade toy collectors
🎀 Coach or teammate gifts
🏠 Playroom or shelf display
