Step into the world of epic adventures with the Amigurumi Gimli the Dwarf, a bold and bearded crochet creation inspired by one of fantasy’s most beloved warriors! 🪓🧶 With his stout stature, detailed armor, and iconic helmet, this handmade hero is ready to defend your yarn stash or stand proudly among your geeky décor. Whether you’re a fan of epic quests or just love crafting character-rich figures, Gimli brings a hearty dose of courage and charm to your crochet lineup.
Perfect for crocheters who enjoy intricate details and storytelling through stitches, this pattern invites you to explore texture, accessories, and personality. Add a tiny axe, customize his beard, or pair him with other fantasy-inspired amigurumi for a legendary display. The Amigurumi Gimli the Dwarf is a joyful way to stitch up strength, spirit, and a sprinkle of handmade magic—one loop at a time! 🧵🛡️✨
🧙 Amigurumi Gimli The Dwarf Crochet Pattern
This charming little dwarf brings the cozy magic of fantasy worlds into your hands. With his long, full beard, pointed hat, and sturdy boots, he’s the perfect addition to your handmade character collection. His soft features and warm colors give him a friendly personality that’s sure to make anyone smile.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – includes shaping, multiple facial attachments, and layered assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 9–10 inches (23–25 cm) tall when made with velvet or chenille DK yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- Yarn (velvet or cotton DK):
- Light pink – skin (face, ears, hands, nose)
- Olive green – hat, tunic, pants, and boots
- Brown – beard, belt, and hair frame
- Crochet hook 3.0–3.5 mm
- 10 mm safety eyes
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle and scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
🧍 Head
Light pink yarn
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–R12: sc around (30)
R13: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R14: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Insert 10 mm safety eyes between rounds 9–10, spaced about 6–7 stitches apart.
R15: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R16: dec ×6 (6)
FO and close. Stuff firmly.
👃 Nose
Light pink yarn
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2–R3: sc around (6)
FO, stuff lightly, and sew between the eyes.
🧏 Ears ×2
Light pink yarn
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
R3: sc around (9)
FO, flatten slightly into a soft triangle shape.
Attach level with the eyes and angle slightly backward.
💇 Hair Frame
Brown yarn
Ch enough to fit from one side of the hat line around the chin and back to the other side (about 45–50 chains).
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across.
Row 2: sc across. FO.
Pin and sew the strip around the face, following the outline from temple to chin and up to the opposite temple. The upper edge should tuck under the hat once attached.
Temple Drops (Side Hair Strands):
Ch 10, sc back, FO.
Attach one on each side so they hang down beside the face, slightly overlapping the ears.
🧔 Beard (Hanging Tube Strands)
Each beard piece is a stuffed tube for soft fullness.
Chin Band (foundation):
Ch 18, sc across (17), sc another row, FO with a long tail.
Pin across the jawline under the nose.
Beard Strands (make 7):
Brown yarn
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2–R14 to R20: sc around (length varies; center strands longer, outer shorter)
R Last: (sc, dec) ×2 (4) to taper the tip.
FO and stuff lightly.
Sew the open ends of the beard strands to the chin band, spacing evenly. Then sew the chin band in place on the head so the beard hangs freely.
🧢 Pointed Hat
Olive green yarn
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5–R8: sc around (24)
R9: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R10–R17: sc around (30)
R18: (4 sc, dec) ×5 (25)
R19–R25: sc around (25)
R26: (3 sc, dec) ×4 (20)
FO, lightly stuff, and bend the tip backward. Sew securely on top of the head, slightly overlapping the brown hair frame.
👕 Body
Olive green yarn
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–R10: sc around (30)
R11: BLO sc (30) – marks belt position
R12–R18: sc around (30)
R19: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R20: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
FO and stuff firmly.
🧶 Belt
Brown yarn
Attach at round 11 (BLO ridge).
sc around (30). FO and weave in.
💪 Arms ×2
Light pink for hands, olive green for sleeves
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3–R5: sc (12)
Switch to green:
R6–R10: sc (12)
R11: (2 sc, dec) ×3 (9)
R12–R13: sc (9)
FO, stuff lightly, and sew at the shoulders angled slightly forward.
🦵 Legs ×2
Olive green yarn
R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–R7: sc around (18)
R8: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R9–R12: sc (12)
FO and stuff firmly. Sew at the lower sides of the body in a seated position.
🧷 Assembly
- Attach head to body.
- Sew ears slightly under the hair frame.
- Attach the chin band and beard strands.
- Add the face-framing hair strip and side drops, letting them overlap the top of the beard.
- Sew the hat slightly over the top hairline.
- Attach arms and legs.
🌿 Finishing Touches
- Adjust beard strands to hang evenly and taper toward the ends.
- Shape the hat tip with a gentle curve.
- Optionally add blush to the cheeks with pink pastel or yarn dusting.
Final Look
Your dwarf is complete — a cozy, kind-faced companion with his long layered beard, earthy colors, and soft pointed hat. Perfect for displaying on a shelf, gifting to a fantasy fan, or adding to a handmade character collection.
