Welcome to the cozy and festive world of amigurumi! 🐭✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for a Christmas Mouse in a Sweater—a charming and snug little companion perfect for holiday décor, seasonal gifts, or anyone who loves crafting adorable plush animals! 🎄 Whether you enjoy stitching up winter-themed designs, creating expressive and textured figures, or simply want to add a lovable Christmas mouse to your handmade collection, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully detailed plush friend with a cozy sweater, tiny ears, and a touch of holiday magic! ❤️
This design embraces warm textures, cheerful colors, and intricate shaping to bring a heartwarming touch to your crochet creations! 🧶❄️ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Christmas Mouse in a Sweater turns out just right—ready to brighten up your holiday décor or become a treasured handmade keepsake! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out festive reds, snowy whites, and soft grays, and let’s stitch up an irresistibly cute Christmas mouse friend! ✨
🐭 Amigurumi Christmas Mouse in Sweater Crochet Pattern
This cozy little Christmas Mouse is dressed for the holidays in a festive red and white striped sweater! 🧶❄️ With soft ears, a long pink tail, and adorable whiskers, this amigurumi mouse is a charming winter companion or a delightful handmade gift.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, shaping, and layered assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall using velvet or chenille yarn and a 3.5–4.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (Velvet or Chenille, Worsted/Bulky weight recommended):
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Gray (Main head and body)
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Pink (Ears, feet, tail, face patch, hands)
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Red (Sweater main color)
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White (Sweater accent stripes)
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Brown (Nose)
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Black embroidery thread or thin yarn (Whiskers)
Other:
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3.5–4.0 mm crochet hook
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10–12 mm safety eyes
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Stitch marker
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Tapestry needle
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Optional: Fabric stiffener for tail
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
FLO – Front Loop Only
🐭 Head
Start with gray 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)
7–12. sc around (36)
Switch to pink for nose area (optional): -
(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 Rounds 9–10, approx. 6–7 sts apart
Stuff firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
Inner (Pink):
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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)
FO
Outer (Gray):
Repeat same as above.
Place pink circle over gray, sc through both to join, leaving a flat edge for sewing. FO and attach to top sides of head.
🧣 Sweatered Body
Start with gray yarn (bottom):
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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)
6–10. sc around (30)
Switch to red yarn: -
sc around (30)
Sweater Stripe Rounds (alternate red and white):
12–18. Alternate every round (1 red, 1 white)
Use BLO on first sweater round to help define the transition
19–22. Continue with red only
Stuff firmly
23. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
24. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
25. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
FO and sew to head.
🐾 Arms (Make 2)
Start with pink:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12)
Switch to red/white alternating:
6–12. sc around (12)
FO, stuff lightly, sew to body sides.
🦶 Legs (Make 2)
Start with pink:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12)
Switch to gray:
6–9. sc around (12)
FO, stuff, sew to bottom of body.
🧵 Tail
With pink:
Ch 30–40 (depending on desired length)
sc in each ch back
FO and sew to bottom back of body. Optional: stiffen with fabric glue or insert wire.
🐭 Nose
With brown yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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sc around
FO and sew to center front of face.
🎯 Finishing Touches
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Embroider whiskers with black thread (3 per side)
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Weave in all yarn ends
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Optional: Add tiny scarf or hat for extra Christmas charm
🎄 This little Christmas mouse in a snug sweater is the perfect woodland companion to cozy up your winter decor. Whether for a gift or festive display, it’s sure to steal hearts this holiday season!
