Amigurumi Cleopatra – FREE Crochet Pattern

A crocheted doll dressed in ancient Egyptian attire, featuring a white gown, a colorful beaded collar, and a gold crown with a serpent motif. The doll is holding a golden staff and is standing in a setting with Egyptian-style columns.
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Step into the world of ancient royalty with this Amigurumi Cleopatra crochet pattern! Inspired by the legendary Queen of Egypt, this stunning design captures her regal presence, elegant attire, and iconic accessories in every stitch. With intricate details like her signature headdress, flowing robes, and captivating expression, this crochet Cleopatra is perfect for adding a touch of historical charm to your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting for history lovers, creating a tribute to powerful women, or simply enjoy making character-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a miniature queen bursting with personality! πŸ‘‘βœ¨

Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of gold, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature staff or Egyptian symbols for extra flair. Craft a classic Cleopatra with rich hues, create a whimsical version with bold colors, or even stitch up a full set of historical amigurumi for a majestic display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a royal accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Cleopatra is a fun and creative projectβ€”perfect for bringing a touch of handmade ancient magic to every stitch! πŸ§ΆπŸ’–

A crocheted doll dressed in ancient Egyptian attire, featuring a white gown, a colorful beaded collar, and a gold crown with a serpent motif. The doll is holding a golden staff and is standing in a setting with Egyptian-style columns.

πŸ‘‘ Amigurumi Cleopatra Doll – FREE Crochet Pattern with Fingers

Step into ancient majesty with this regal Cleopatra-inspired amigurumi doll. Dressed in a flowing white gown, adorned with gold and jewels, and finished with detailed braided hair and sculpted fingers, this doll is a royal showstopper!


✨ Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced – includes shaping, color changes, embroidery, and finger sculpting.


πŸ“ Finished Size

Approx. 12–13 inches (30–33 cm) tall using DK weight yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook.


🧢 Materials

  • DK weight yarn in:
    • Skin tone (for body and fingers)
    • White (for dress)
    • Black (for hair)
    • Gold (for accessories)
    • Red, blue, turquoise (for collar)
  • Crochet hook: 2.5–3.0 mm
  • Polyfill stuffing
  • Stitch marker
  • Tapestry and embroidery needles
  • Optional: thin floral wire for poseable fingers
  • Optional: metallic thread for embellishments

🧡 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only


🦡 Legs (Make 2)

With skin tone:

  1. MR, 6 sc
  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–18. sc (12)
    FO first leg. Do not cut yarn on second leg.

πŸ§β€β™€οΈ Body

Join legs with ch 2:

  1. sc around both legs and chains (28)
    2–28. sc around (28)
    Switch to white for dress at waist
    29–40. sc around
    FO and stuff

βœ‹ Arms with Fingers (Make 2)

With skin tone:

Fingers (Make 4 per hand):

  1. MR, 5 sc
    2–4. sc around (5)
    FO the first 3 fingers, keep the 4th on hook.

Join Fingers:

  1. sc 2 on 4th finger
  2. attach 3rd: sc 5
  3. attach 2nd: sc 5
  4. attach 1st: sc 5
    (You now have 17 sts across all fingers)
  5. sc around
  6. (dec, sc 2) x4 + 1 sc (13)
  7. sc around
  8. (dec, sc) x4 + 1 sc (9)

Thumb (Optional):
ch 5, sc in 2nd ch, hdc, sc, sl st. Sew to side of palm.

Continue Arm:

9–20. sc around (9)
Switch to gold for bangle (optional)
21–22. sc
Stuff lightly
FO and sew to body


🦢 Feet (Optional Sandals)

MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
Rounds 3–4. sc around
Embroider gold straps on top and sides


πŸ«… Head

With skin tone:

  1. MR, 6 sc
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–15. sc around (36)
  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
  11. dec x6
    Stuff head and FO

πŸ‘€ Facial Features

  • Eyes: Embroider almond shapes with black yarn or add safety eyes
  • Eyeliner & Brows: Black yarn in bold upward curve
  • Nose: 2 vertical stitches
  • Lips: Red or soft pink curve
  • Optional: blush cheeks or highlight with pastel

πŸ’‡ Hair (Braided Wig)

  1. Make a wig cap (black yarn):
    • MR, inc to 36 sts, sc in rounds for 6–7 rows
    • FO and place over head
  2. Cut 50–60 strands (10–12 inches each)
  3. Attach using lark’s head knots around the cap
  4. Braid strands in 3s, tie ends with gold yarn
  5. Optionally wrap gold thread or tiny rings around a few braids for detail

πŸ‘— Dress Texture

Optional embroidery:
Use surface slip stitches or star stitch on white dress section

Waist Belt:
Surface crochet gold yarn around waist or embroider chain stitch


πŸ‘‘ Crown

With gold yarn:

  1. ch 35–40
  2. sl st across
  3. Wrap around head and secure
  4. For cobra:
    • ch 8, sc back
    • shape into upright curve
    • embroider or glue red/blue felt for details
    • attach to front center of crown

πŸ’  Neck Collar

With blue, red, gold yarn:

  1. ch 40–45
  2. sc row using alternating colors
  3. Border with gold yarn
  4. Attach around neck under chin

🎀 Staff

With gold yarn:

  1. ch 18, sc around in spiral (6–7 rounds)
  2. MR on top with 6 sc, inc round, then sc 2 rounds
  3. FO and attach orb to end
  4. Secure to hand or sew to arm

🧷 Final Assembly

  • Sew arms to shoulders
  • Attach head to body
  • Place wig and secure
  • Add crown and staff
  • Embroider any final accents

✨ Finishing Touches

  • Weave in all ends
  • Lightly steam braids
  • Pose fingers and arms to hold accessories
  • Optionally add earrings or anklets with embroidery

πŸ’‘ Optional Add-Ons

  • Hieroglyphic stand
  • Matching Pharaoh doll
  • Temple diorama display

This detailed Cleopatra doll combines beauty, heritage, and artistryβ€”making her the perfect handmade queen for your collection, classroom, or cultural gift.


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