Welcome to the rock ‘n’ roll world of musical amigurumi! ๐ธโจ Today, I’m thrilled to share my free crochet pattern for Amigurumi Elvis Presleyโthe King of Rock ‘n’ Roll in hip-shaking yarn form! Whether you’re an Elvis fanatic, love crafting pop culture icons, or simply want to add some retro charm to your collection, this pattern will have you stitching your very own pocket-sized legend with his iconic pompadour, dazzling jumpsuit, and legendary microphone!
This design captures Elvis’ showstopping energy through bold details and playful flair! ๐งถ๐ I’ve carefully outlined each step to help you create his signature hairstyle, bedazzled costume details, and that famous smoldering smile. Perfect for display, gifting to music lovers, or keeping your craft room rocking all night long! So grab your hooks, pick out your flashiest yarns, and let’s crochet a hunk-a hunk of burning yarn love! โจ

๐ธ Amigurumi Elvis Presley Crochet Pattern
Get ready to shake, rattle, and roll with this dazzling amigurumi Elvis doll! Complete with a classic pompadour, white jumpsuit, and flashy belt, this King of Rock โnโ Roll plush is perfect for fans of vintage vibes and iconic music legends.
โจ Skill Level
Intermediate โ Involves shaping, hair detailing, and costume design.
โจ Skill Level
Intermediate โ involves shaping, clothes construction, embroidery, and surface details.
๐ Finished Size
Approx. 9โ12 inches (23โ30 cm) tall when using DK or worsted weight yarn and 2.5โ3.5 mm hook.
๐งถ Materials
- Yarn (DK or worsted weight):
- Skin tone (face, hands, chest)
- Black (hair, shoes, eyebrows)
- White (jumpsuit)
- Brown (nose detail if embroidered)
- Gold or metallic yarn (belt)
- Crochet hook: 2.5โ3.5 mm
- 6 mm safety eyes
- Embroidery thread (brown or black for eyebrows & smile)
- Tapestry needle, stitch markers
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Optional: tiny belt buckle or buttons
๐งต Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR โ Magic Ring
sc โ Single Crochet
inc โ Increase
dec โ Decrease
ch โ Chain
sl st โ Slip Stitch
BLO โ Back Loop Only
FO โ Fasten Off
๐ค Head
With skin tone yarn:
- 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)
- (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8โ16. sc around (42) - (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
- (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
โ Insert safety eyes between rounds 12โ13, about 7 sts apart
โ Embroider eyebrows & smile - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
โ Stuff firmly - (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6), FO and weave in tail
๐ Nose (Small Oval Bump)
- With skin tone: ch 4
- sc 2, 3 sc in last, rotate and sc 1, inc in last (8)
- sc around (8), FO, sew between eyes
๐ Ears (Make 2)
- MR, 4 sc
- inc x4 (8)
- sc around (8), FO, flatten and sew to sides around round 13 of head
๐ Hair (Pompadour Style)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6โ9. sc around (30) - Shape front wave by turning and working across 10 stitches:
- Row 1: sc 10, ch 1, turn
- Row 2: dec, sc 6, dec, ch 1, turn
- Row 3: dec, sc 4, dec, ch 1, turn
- Row 4: dec to close
- FO, sew to top of head, letting front wave curl up naturally
- Use surface slip stitch to edge hairline or embroider sideburns
๐ Upper Body (Open Collar Jumpsuit)
With white:
- 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)
7โ12. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
โ Switch to flesh color for upper chest
15โ16. sc around (24) - Begin “V”: sc 8, ch 5, skip 4, sc 12 (creates chest gap)
- Work around including chain as normal
19โ21. sc around
โ Stuff well and FO
๐งฅ Collar Flaps (Make 2)
- With white: ch 6
- sc 5, ch 1, turn
- sc 5, FO
โ Stitch one flap to each side of the chest “V”, angled outward
๐ช Arms (Make 2)
Start with skin tone:
- MR, 6 sc
- (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3โ6. sc around (9)
โ Switch to white for sleeve
7โ16. sc around
โ Stuff lightly and sew to body
๐งค Hands with Thumb (Optional)
At round 4 of arm, ch 4, sl st into same stitch to form a thumb loop
Alternatively, embroider a thumb line with yarn
๐ Legs & Flared Pants (Make 2)
With white:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
3โ5. sc around (12) - (2 sc, inc) x4 (16)
7โ12. sc around - FLO โ (1 sc, inc) x8 (24)
14โ16. sc around for flare
FO and stuff legs firmly
Sew to body
๐ Shoes (Black Base)
With black:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- sc around
- sc, dec x6, sc to end
- sc around
FO and sew under pant leg (or crochet legs with black base if preferred)
๐ Belt
- With gold or black yarn, ch enough to wrap waist
- sc 2 rows
- Add buckle using metallic yarn or glue on embellishment
Sew or tie around waist
โ๏ธ Finishing Touches
- Add tiny “buttons” to jumpsuit with French knots or beads
- Optionally stitch a gold or glitter thread border along collar and sleeves
- Light blush on cheeks gives a fun look
๐ก Customization Ideas
- Add a microphone accessory
- Stitch โELVISโ on the back of his outfit
- Use white sparkly yarn for a show-ready stage suit
Now your King of Crochet Rock is ready to sing his way into hearts and handmade displaysโuh huh huh! ๐ค๐๐งถ