Welcome to the celebratory and scholarly world of amigurumi! 🎓✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Graduation Cap with Head—a charming and symbolic creation perfect for graduates, academic-themed décor enthusiasts, or anyone who enjoys crafting meaningful and expressive plush designs! 🧶 Whether you love stitching up milestone keepsakes, experimenting with facial details, or simply want to add a miniature graduate to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with a structured cap, flowing tassel, and a touch of graduation-day pride! 📜
This design embraces classic blacks, crisp edges, and intricate shaping to bring a proud and celebratory presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Graduation Cap with Head turns out just right—ready to commemorate achievements or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out classic graduation hues, and let’s stitch up a fantastic graduate plush! 🎓
🎓 Amigurumi Graduation Cap With Head Crochet Pattern
Celebrate academic milestones with this adorable amigurumi head topped with a classic graduation cap! Perfect as a keepsake gift, desk companion, or personalized congratulatory decor.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Simple shaping with basic stitch knowledge and light assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 4–5″ (10–12 cm) tall using DK yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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DK weight yarn:
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Color A: Pink or beige (head)
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Color B: Navy or black (cap)
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Color C: Yellow (tassel)
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2.5 mm crochet hook
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Safety eyes (8 mm)
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Cardboard or plastic insert (optional for cap top)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase
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dec – Decrease
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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ch – Chain
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BLO – Back Loop Only
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FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head
With Color A (Pink):
Work in a continuous spiral.
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–16. sc around (42) -
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
– Insert safety eyes between Rounds 11–12, approx. 7–8 stitches apart
– Stuff firmly -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close hole.
🎓 Cap Base (Mortarboard)
With Color B (Navy):
Work in rows for the square top.
Top Panel (make 1):
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Ch 16
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Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (15)
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Rows 2–15: ch 1, turn, sc across (15)
FO and weave in ends. Optional: insert cardboard square between top and base for stiffness.
Cap Band:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
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(6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
9–10. BLO, sc around (48)
FO, leave long tail to sew
– Sew the band evenly underneath the cap top (align center with MR to middle of square).
– Use cardboard inside for support if needed.
🎀 Tassel
With Color C (Yellow):
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Wrap yarn around 3 fingers ~20 times.
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Tie tightly near one end to form a bunch.
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Cut opposite loops and trim.
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Attach to top center of cap with chain or embroidery thread.
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Twist/chain 12–15 sts to form the hanging cord.
🧷 Assembly
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Attach cap securely to top of the head (you may stitch or lightly glue if non-removable).
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Adjust tassel placement and style.
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Optional: Embroider a small smile with brown yarn.
🎁 Ideas & Uses
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Add a keyring to turn it into a keychain
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Personalize with embroidery: initials, graduation year
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Pair with a mini diploma scroll
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Use as a cake topper for grad parties
🎉 This sweet amigurumi grad cap friend is a thoughtful way to say “You did it!” in yarn form. Customize the colors to match school themes or graduation robes!
