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Sweet, festive, and full of holiday charm—this Amigurumi Gingerbread Man crochet pattern is the perfect way to bring warmth to your seasonal creations! With its classic cookie shape, cheerful embroidered details, and tiny icing-like accents, this adorable design captures the magic of homemade gingerbread in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for Christmas decorations, heartfelt gifts, or simply love whimsical amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a delightful addition to your crochet lineup.

Designed for crocheters of all skill levels, this pattern allows for customization in facial expressions, icing patterns, and even tiny accessories like a scarf or candy buttons! Choose traditional brown hues for a classic gingerbread look or experiment with pastel shades for a playful twist. Whether displayed on a holiday mantel, tucked into a stocking, or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this charming gingerbread man is sure to spread joy. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this festive treat to life! 🍪✨🧶

🍪 Amigurumi Gingerbread Man Crochet Pattern

Bring holiday sweetness to life with this cuddly Gingerbread Man! With his big bow tie, button belly, and icing trims, he’s perfect for Christmas décor, gifts, or just to spread some cozy winter cheer.

✨ Skill Level

Beginner to Intermediate – simple shaping with fun details.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 25–30 cm (10–12 in) tall when made with plush/velvet yarn and a 3.5–4 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

Plush or velvet yarn in:
- Gingerbread brown (main body, bow tie)
- White (icing, buttons, face details)
3.5–4 mm crochet hook (match yarn)
10–12 mm safety eyes (or embroider)
Polyester fiberfill stuffing
Tapestry needle & scissors
Stitch marker

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same st)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off

🟤 Head (Brown)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
(sc, inc) ×6 [18]
(2 sc, inc) ×6 [24]
(3 sc, inc) ×6 [30]
(4 sc, inc) ×6 [36]
(5 sc, inc) ×6 [42]
8–16. sc around [42]
(5 sc, dec) ×6 [36]
(4 sc, dec) ×6 [30]
(3 sc, dec) ×6 [24]
(2 sc, dec) ×6 [18]
(sc, dec) ×6 [12]
dec ×6 [6]
FO and close. Stuff firmly.

📌 Face details:

Safety eyes at R10–11, spaced ~7 sts apart.
Embroider short white curved eyebrows above each eye.
Embroider a thin white curved smile below.

🟤 Body (Brown)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
(sc, inc) ×6 [18]
(2 sc, inc) ×6 [24]
(3 sc, inc) ×6 [30]
6–15. sc around [30]
(3 sc, dec) ×6 [24]
(2 sc, dec) ×6 [18]
(sc, dec) ×6 [12]
FO, stuff, and sew to head.

📌 Icing waistline: Use white yarn to embroider or surface-crochet a zig-zag trim all around the waist.

📌 Buttons: Crochet 2 small white circles (MR, 6 sc, FO). Sew centered down the body.

🟤 Arms (Make 2 – Brown)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
3–12. sc around [12]
Flatten and close. Stuff lightly.
FO and sew to body sides.

📌 Icing cuffs: Add a white zig-zag around each wrist.

🟤 Legs (Make 2 – Brown)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
(sc, inc) ×6 [18]
4–8. sc around [18]
Flatten and close. Stuff lightly.
FO and sew at base.

📌 Icing cuffs: Add white zig-zag embroidery around each ankle.

🎀 Bow Tie (Brown)

Ch 7
Row 1–4: sc across (6 sts), ch 1, turn
FO, leaving long tail.

Wrap yarn tightly around the center to pinch into a bow shape. Sew just under the chin.

✂️ Assembly

Sew head to body securely.
Attach arms slightly angled outward.
Attach legs so doll sits naturally.
Sew bow tie under chin.
Add icing trims (waist, wrists, ankles).

🌟 Finishing Touches

Your Gingerbread Man is complete! With his sweet smile, icing trims, and big bow tie, he’s as cheerful as a holiday cookie. Perfect for decorating, gifting, or cozying up in your handmade winter collection.

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