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Amigurumi Grandma With Grandkids – FREE Crochet Pattern

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A crocheted doll of an elderly woman with glasses sitting on a couch, holding hands with two children dolls dressed in colorful outfits, set in a cozy living room with plants and a patterned rug.
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Celebrate the warmth of family with this Amigurumi Grandma With Grandkids crochet pattern! Featuring a sweet grandmother figure surrounded by her adorable little grandkids, this heartwarming set captures the joy of generational love in every stitch. With Grandma’s cozy outfit, gentle smile, and loving arms, and the kids’ playful expressions and tiny accessories, this project is perfect for storytelling, gifting, or simply adding a touch of handmade affection to your collection. 🧶👵👧👦

Designed for charm and connection, this pattern invites you to mix soft yarns, expressive features, and delightful extras like a rocking chair, tiny toys, or even a basket of yarn. Customize each grandchild with different hairstyles, outfits, or favorite items to reflect your own family or create a whimsical scene. Whether displayed as a keepsake, used in imaginative play, or gifted with love, this Grandma With Grandkids Amigurumi is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for stitching up a little handmade legacy, one hug at a time! 💖✨🏡

A crocheted doll of an elderly woman with glasses sitting on a couch, holding hands with two children dolls dressed in colorful outfits, set in a cozy living room with plants and a patterned rug.

👵 Amigurumi Grandma With Grandkids Crochet Pattern

Bring to life a cozy and heartwarming scene featuring a sweet grandmother cuddling her beloved grandchildren on a comfy crochet couch. This detailed pattern includes everything: the grandmother doll, a boy and girl grandchild, and the crocheted sofa. Perfect for heirloom gifts or adorable display pieces!

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Includes shaping, multiple parts, color changes, embroidery, and assembly.

📏 Finished Sizes

  • Grandma: ~28 cm tall
  • Grandkids: ~22–24 cm tall each
  • Couch: ~30 cm wide, 15 cm tall

🧶 Materials

  • Yarn (DK or worsted weight):
    • Skin: Light beige or peach
    • Hair: Grey (Grandma), brown (Kids)
    • Clothes: Pink, green, blue, white, yellow, lavender
    • Shoes: Pink, brown, white
    • Couch: Beige, taupe, light brown
  • Hook: 2.5 mm or 3 mm
  • 6–8 mm safety eyes
  • Tapestry needle
  • Stitch markers
  • Fiberfill stuffing
  • Wire (for Grandma’s glasses)
  • Embroidery thread (for facial features & fingers)

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
MR – magic ring
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
hdc – half double crochet
BLO – back loop only
FO – fasten off

🧓 Grandma Doll Pattern

Head (Skin Color)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
  7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
  8. (6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
  9. (7 sc, inc) x6 (54)
    10–18. sc around (54)
    👉 Insert safety eyes between Rounds 14–15, spaced 12–14 sts apart.
  10. (7 sc, dec) x6 (48)
  11. (6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
  12. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
  13. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
    — Stuff head very firmly.
  14. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
  15. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
  16. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
  17. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close.

Nose (Skin)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. (2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
    3–4. sc around (8)
    Lightly stuff, FO leaving a long tail to sew between the eyes, slightly lower.

Ears (Make 2 – Skin)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
  3. sc around (9)
    Flatten, FO leaving a tail. Sew on the sides of the head, in line with the eyes.

Cheek Circles (Optional – Pink)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
    FO and sew slightly under each eye.

Face Embroidery

  • Brows: with brown/gray thread above eyes.
  • Smile: small curved line in dark brown.
  • Add eyelids or lashes if desired.

Hair Cap + Big Bun (Gray)

Cap:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
  7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
  8. (6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
  9. (7 sc, inc) x6 (54)
    10–12. sc around (54)
    FO, leave a long tail. Fit snugly over the head and sew around the hairline.

Textured Strands Look (optional): After sewing on the cap, attach long gray strands (cut yarn lengths 20–25 cm), latch them around the back/top, then gather and roll them into a large bun. Stitch the bun securely to the top/back of the head.

Simple Bun (worked as a ball):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
    5–6. sc around (24)
  5. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
  6. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
    Stuff lightly, FO, sew on top of the cap.

Body (Worked Top-Down After Joining Legs)

Legs & Shoes (Make 2)

Slippers (Pink):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
  5. sc around (24)
  6. sc around (24) – mark center front, work sc3tog over 3 center sts to shape toe:
    • sc 9, sc3tog, sc 12 (22)
  7. sc around (22)
    Change to White (Socks).

Socks:
8–10. sc around (22)
Change to Skin.

Legs (Skin):
11. (9 sc, dec) x2 (20)
12–20. sc around (20)
Stuff feet & lower legs. FO first leg only. Do not FO second leg—continue to join.

Join Legs & Torso (start in Skin, then switch to White for blouse, then Pink cardigan later as separate piece)

Join: ch 4, sc around first leg (20), sc 4 across the chain, sc around second leg (20), sc 4 across other side of chain = 48 sts total.

Torso (Skin → White blouse):

  1. sc around (48) – last st of this round: change to White
    2–5. (White) sc around (48) – blouse base
  2. (6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
  3. sc around (42)
  4. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
  5. sc around (36)
  6. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
  7. sc around (30)
  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
  9. sc around (24)
  10. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18) – neck
    FO, leave a tail to sew the head on later.

Skirt (Sage Green with White Hem)

Attach sage green to the FLO of Round 2 of the White blouse (or wherever you prefer the waist to start).

Skirt:

  1. FLO: inc in every st around (if waist was 48, you now have 96)
    2–12. sc around evenly (96) – or continue until desired length.
    Optional flare: Every 3rd round, (15 sc, inc) around to add more width.

Hem (White):
Attach white at the last round’s BLO (or simply at the edge):

  1. (sc, ch 1) in each st around for a delicate picot-ish look or
    (dc, ch 1, skip 1) for lacy edge.
    FO, weave ends.

Arms With Fingers (Make 2)

We’ll do a simple thumb add-on for clarity.

Hand & Arm (Skin → White Sleeve):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–5. sc around (18)
  4. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

Thumb (make 2 separately):
MR, 4 sc, FO leaving tail. Sew to the side of the hand around Round 4–5.

Forearm (Skin):
7–9. sc around (12)

Change to White (Blouse Sleeve):
10–16. sc around (12) – adjust length to reach cardigan cuff.
Lightly stuff only the hands and lower arm. Leave the upper arm softer.
Flatten and close with 6 sc across. FO with a long tail to sew to the body at Round 9–11 of torso.

Cardigan (Pink) – Worked Flat & Seamed

Back piece:

  • ch 26
  • Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (25)
  • Rows 2–24: ch 1, turn, sc across (25) – adjust height to cover torso.

Left Front:

  • ch 14
  • Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (13)
  • Rows 2–24: ch 1, turn, sc across (13)

Right Front: – same as left front.

Sleeves (Make 2):

  • ch 22
  • Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (21)
  • Rows 2–18: ch 1, turn, sc across (21)
  • Sew sleeves to armholes after assembly, then seam sleeve edge.

Assembly:

  • Seam shoulders (Back + Front pieces).
  • Attach sleeves around armholes.
  • Seam underarm and side seams.
  • Add a simple sc edging around the entire opening and collar area.
    Optional: Work hdc rows for a thicker collar band.
    Optional pockets: ch 7, sc 6 across for 5–6 rows; sew to fronts.

Glasses (Optional – Wire or Crocheted)

Wire Version:

  • Form two rings ~2.5–3 cm diameter.
  • Connect with a short bridge (0.5–1 cm wire).
  • Bend the ends to form “arms” or stitch the frame directly to the head.
  • Wrap with yarn using a tapestry needle (optional) for a crocheted look.

Crochet Version (Rings):

  • Over a magic ring: ch 1, 18 sc; pull tight and join with sl st (make 2).
  • ch 4 between the two rings to form the bridge; sew in place.
  • Optionally crochet slender chains for the arms and stitch to hair.

Slippers Detail (Pink Straps)

Attach pink yarn to the top of the foot opening:

  • ch 10–12 (measure over the instep), sl st to the opposite side to form a strap, FO, weave ends.
    Make a small instep oval (MR, 6 sc, inc x6, sc a round) and sew for the slipper’s top accent if desired.

Assembly

Weave in all ends, neaten seams.

Sew head to body securely at the neck. Add extra stuffing into the neck before closing gaps.

Attach arms to the sides of the torso (Rounds 9–11).

Sew the hair cap on, then the bun. Add extra strands if using the strand method.

Dress the doll: put on the cardigan, seam if needed.

Attach skirt (already worked from FLO).

Sew or place glasses on the face. Stitch in a few spots so they stay put.

Add blush circles or a light touch of fabric-safe blush.

🧒 Boy Grandkid Pattern

Head (Skin Color)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–12. sc around (36)
    Insert safety eyes between rounds 8–9, spaced about 8–9 sts apart.
  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Stuff head firmly.
  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
  11. dec x6 (6)
    FO, weave end to close.

Hair (Brown)

Hair Cap:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–9. sc around (36)
    FO, leaving a long tail. Sew to head.

Hair Strands (Optional):
Cut 8–10 strands of yarn (~8–10 cm). Attach as loops at the top of the head and shape into a small tuft or wave. Secure with a stitch.

Ears (Make 2, Skin)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. sc around (6)
    Flatten slightly. FO with a long tail and sew in line with the eyes.

Body (Shirt White → Overalls Blue)

Start with White (Shirt Base):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–8. sc around (30)
    Switch to Blue (Overalls).
    9–14. sc around (30)
  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
  7. sc around (24)
  8. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Stuff body firmly. FO, leaving long tail for sewing head.

Legs & Shoes (Make 2)

Shoes (Brown):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–5. sc around (18)
    Change to White for Socks.
    6–7. sc around (18)
    Change to Skin.
    8–15. sc around (12)
    FO first leg. For second leg, do not FO – continue.

Join Legs:
ch 3, join to first leg, sc around first leg (12), sc 3 along chain, sc around second leg (12), sc 3 along chain = 30 sts.
Work Rounds 1–8 of body on top of this base.

Arms (Make 2 – Skin → White Sleeves)

Hand (Skin):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
    3–5. sc around (9)
    Change to White (Sleeve):
    6–12. sc around (9)
    Lightly stuff. Flatten top and close with 4 sc. FO, leaving tail for sewing.

Overall Straps

Attach blue yarn to front waistline of body:

  • ch ~10, sl st to back waist to form strap.
    Repeat for second strap.

Face Details

  • Embroider a small mouth with brown thread.
  • Add pink blush circles with yarn or fabric blush.
  • Embroider eyebrows above the eyes.

Assembly

  1. Sew head to body.
  2. Attach arms symmetrically.
  3. Add overall straps and buttons (embroider or use mini buttons).
  4. Sew hair strands in place.
  5. Weave in all ends.

💡 Customization Ideas

Make shoes in two tones for a sneaker effect.

Change overalls color to green, red, or yellow.

Add a mini pocket on the chest (ch 6, sc 5 rows, sew).

👧 Girl Grandkid Pattern

Head (Skin Color)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–12. sc around (36)
    Insert safety eyes between Rounds 8–9, spaced about 7–8 sts apart.
  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Stuff head firmly.
  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
  11. dec x6 (6)
    FO, weave tail to close.

Hair & Pigtails (Brown)

Hair Cap:

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–8. sc around (36)
    FO, leaving a long tail. Sew to the head.

Pigtails (Make 2):

  • Wrap brown yarn around 2 fingers ~15 times, cut and tie tightly in the middle.
  • Sew each bundle to the side of the head. Trim ends evenly for pigtails.

Hair Bows (Pink, Make 2):

  • ch 8, 2 dc in 3rd ch from hook, 3 tr in next, 2 dc in next, ch 2, sl st to end. FO, tie in the center to form a bow, sew onto pigtail base.

Ears (Skin, Make 2)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. sc around (6)
    Flatten slightly. FO and sew at the side of head in line with the eyes.

Body (Dress – Pink)

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–10. sc around (30)
  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
  7. sc around (24)
  8. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
  9. sc around (18)
    Stuff firmly. FO, leaving long tail for sewing head.

Dress Skirt (Worked from FLO of Round 6)

  1. Attach pink yarn in FLO of Round 6, ch 2, (2 dc in each st) around (60).
  2. ch 2, (dc in each st) around (60).
  3. Change to Mint Green, ch 2, (dc in each st) around (60).
  4. Change to Light Yellow, ch 2, (dc in each st) around (60). FO and weave ends.

Legs & Shoes (Make 2)

Shoes (Pink):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc x6 (12)
  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
  4. sc around (18)
    Change to White (Socks):
    5–7. sc around (18)
    Change to Skin:
    8–15. sc around (12)
    Stuff as you go. FO the first leg. Do not FO the second leg – continue to join.

Join Legs:
ch 3, sc around first leg (12), sc 3 along chain, sc around second leg (12), sc 3 along chain = 30 sts.
Continue to Round 1 of the body with pink dress color.

Arms (Make 2)

Hand (Skin):

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
    3–5. sc around (9)
    Change to Pink (Sleeves):
    6–12. sc around (9)
    Lightly stuff. Flatten top, close with 4 sc. FO leaving tail to sew.

Face Details

  • Embroider a small curved smile with brown thread.
  • Add pink blush circles below eyes.
  • Embroider small brows above eyes.

Assembly

  1. Sew head to body.
  2. Attach arms to sides of body.
  3. Position and sew pigtails.
  4. Sew bows on pigtails.
  5. Weave in all ends.

💡 Customization Ideas

  • Make the dress in pastel rainbow stripes for a unique look.
  • Add a tiny pocket or lace edging to the dress hem.
  • Add a mini handbag or stuffed toy as an accessory.

💞 Final Touch

You’ve just crocheted a heartwarming story! Grandma and her grandkids make the perfect heartfelt gift or centerpiece for your handmade collection. Keep stitching love, one doll at a time. 💖


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