Bring rhythm and energy to your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Drummer & Drum Set pattern! Inspired by the passion and excitement of music, this dynamic design captures the essence of a skilled drummer, complete with a detailed drum set and lively pose. With its miniature cymbals, snare, and drumsticks, this crochet creation is perfect for adding a musical touch to your handmade projects. Whether you’re crafting for music lovers, creating a fun display piece, or simply enjoy making instrument-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a rockin’ drummer bursting with personality! 🥁✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different colors, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature microphone or stage lights for extra flair. Craft a classic drummer with traditional hues, create a whimsical version with bold tones, or even stitch up a full band of amigurumi musicians for an epic display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a lively accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Drummer & Drum Set is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade musical magic to every stitch! 🧶💖
🥁 Amigurumi Drummer & Drum Set Crochet Pattern
Rock the handmade scene with this adorable amigurumi drummer and his detailed drum kit! Complete with gripping fingers for realistic stick-holding action, cymbals on standing legs, and a “Crochet Rock” tee, this project is a true showstopper for music fans.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, wire support, and finger sculpting.
📏 Finished Size
Drummer: Approx. 10 in (25 cm) tall
Drum kit: Fits on a 12 in (30 cm) crochet stage mat
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK or Worsted weight):
- Skin (Light Beige)
- Hair (Brown)
- Shirt (Yellow)
- Pants (Blue)
- Drum Bodies (Red)
- Drum Heads (White or Grey)
- Cymbals (Yellow)
- Accents (Light Blue or Grey)
- Stage Mat (Brown + border in yellow/blue)
- Black thread (facial features, shirt text)
- Crochet hook 2.5–3.5 mm
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Safety eyes (10 mm)
- Pipe cleaners or covered floral wire
- Thin floral wire (for fingers and drumstick pose)
- Polyfill stuffing
- Hot glue (optional for support)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
👦 Drummer Doll
Head
With skin color:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–14. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
– Insert safety eyes between R10–11
– Embroider brows, smile - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6), FO
Hair
Attach short strands of brown yarn to form tufts, spirals, or curls. Use a glue base or crochet wig cap.
👕 Body
Start with blue yarn (pants):
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
3–6. sc around - (1 sc, dec) x4 (8)
– Make 2 legs and join with ch 2 in between.
Continue in rounds for torso:
8. sc around both legs + ch (20)
9–11. sc around
Switch to yellow (shirt):
12–16. sc around
17. (3 sc, dec) x4 (16)
18. (2 sc, dec) x4 (12)
19. sc around (12), FO
Stuff and attach to head.
✋ Arms with Gripping Fingers (Make 2)
With skin color yarn:
Palm & Arm:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12) - (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
7–9. sc around (9)
Switch to shirt color:
10–12. sc around (9), FO
Stuff lightly
Fingers (Make 3 per hand + thumb separately):
Use skin color.
- ch 4, starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 3, FO.
Leave long tail for sewing.
– Insert thin floral wire inside each finger and bend slightly.
Thumb:
- ch 3, sc 2 back, FO.
Assembly & Posing:
- Sew 3 fingers across front of palm in a slight curve.
- Sew thumb to side (angled down).
- Bend fingers around a drumstick and sew the tips or use a drop of glue to secure the grip.
Drumsticks (Make 2):
- ch 8 with tan yarn
- sl st back across, FO
(Insert wire inside if needed for rigidity)
👕 Shirt Text
Use black thread or embroidery floss to backstitch “CROCHET ROCK” across the front.
🥁 Drums
Bass Drum
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–10. sc around (30)
Make 2 ends, sew together around sides, stuff firmly.
Decorative Rim: Attach light blue yarn to front face, sl st around edge.
Toms & Snare
Make smaller versions of the bass drum using 18–24 st circumference.
Attach heads and accent rims as with bass.
Cymbals (Make 2)
With yellow:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- sl st around in front loop (for rim), FO
Make small black circle for center (MR, 6 sc), sew on.
🧍 Drum Stands & Legs (Tripods)
Legs (for cymbals and toms):
- ch 18 in grey yarn
- sc back across
Insert wire inside, wrap around, sl st seam.
Make 3 per stand and bend into tripod.
Feet (Make 3 per tripod):
- MR, 6 sc
2–3. sc around (6), FO
Sew to bottom of each tripod leg.
Attach stands to underside of drums or cymbals. Add a dab of hot glue for extra support.
🟤 Stage Mat
With brown yarn:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
…continue until approx. 60–66 st in final round
Switch to yellow: 1 round sc
Switch to blue: 1 final round sc, FO
✂️ Finishing Touches
- Bend the fingers around drumsticks using the inserted wire
- Use glue to hold grip if needed
- Pose arms up and outward
- Arrange drum kit and stands
- Weave in all ends
💡 Customization Ideas
- Use black yarn for edgy rock style
- Make matching guitarist or keyboardist
- Embroider your child’s name or band name on the shirt
- Add drum pedal, mic, or stool
This handmade drummer is all set to drop the beat — with real finger grip action and a full stage setup! A must-make for music fans and crochet artists alike. 🎶🔥
