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Amigurumi Helga – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Helga – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Creating your own Amigurumi Helga Doll is a rewarding crochet project that blends charming details with playful creativity. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or exploring amigurumi for the first time, this pattern offers a delightful challenge with carefully crafted stitches that bring Helga’s personality to life. With her expressive features and whimsical design, she’s the perfect handmade companion—great for gifting, collecting, or adding a touch of warmth to your décor. From soft pastel tones to bold, vibrant colors, you can customize her look to match any theme or aesthetic, making each doll uniquely yours.

This free crochet pattern provides clear, step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process, ensuring an enjoyable and fulfilling experience. With elements like textured details and intricate shaping, Helga is a wonderful project to refine your skills while embracing creativity. Whether you’re drawn to a classic handmade look or eager to experiment with modern twists, this pattern allows endless possibilities for personalization. Dive into this project with confidence, and let your imagination lead the way as you bring Helga to life!

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🧶 Amigurumi Helga Doll Crochet Pattern

Say hello to Helga, the charming handmade character with rosy cheeks, a kind smile, and a classic look that radiates vintage warmth and wisdom. 🧵❤️ With her tidy bob haircut, cozy outfit, and sweet red scarf, Helga makes a lovely addition to any amigurumi collection or gift for someone special!

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Includes basic shaping, color changes, clothing details, and hair stitching.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 30–35 cm (12–14 inches) tall using DK yarn and a 2.5–3 mm hook.

🧶 Materials Needed

  • Yarn (DK or light worsted weight):

    • Skin tone (arms, face)

    • Gray (hair)

    • Blue (top)

    • Red (skirt and scarf)

    • White (blouse collar and trim)

    • Pink (cheeks)

  • 2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook

  • Safety eyes (10 mm)

  • Tapestry needle

  • Stitch marker

  • Embroidery floss (black and red)

  • Stuffing

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single Crochet

  • inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)

  • dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)

  • ch – Chain

  • sl st – Slip Stitch

  • BLO – Back Loop Only

  • FLO – Front Loop Only

  • FO – Fasten Off

🧍‍♀️ Pattern Instructions

🧑 Head

With skin tone yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc around (12)

  3. (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)
    8–18. sc around (42)

  8. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)

  9. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  10. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  11. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  12. (sc, dec) x6 (12)
    Insert safety eyes between rounds 13–14, spaced 7–8 sts apart.
    Stuff firmly.

  13. dec x6 (6), FO.

💇 Hair Cap

With gray yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc around (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–11. sc around (36)
    FO, sew on to head. Embroider parting lines using surface crochet or chain stitch. Add short hair strands if desired.

👚 Body & Top

Begin with red (skirt base):

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc around (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–11. sc around (36)

Switch to blue (top):
12–20. sc around (36)
21. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
22. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
23. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
24. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
25. dec x6 (6)
Stuff well and FO.

💪 Arms (Make 2)

Start with skin tone:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–6. sc around (12)

Switch to blue (sleeves):
7–16. sc around (12)
Add white trim on the last round (optional: sl st around in white)
FO and leave long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly and attach to body sides.

🧣 Red Neck Scarf

With red yarn:

  1. Ch 25

  2. sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (24)

  3. FO and tie around neck. Make a second shorter chain and tie as knot.

👩 Face Details

  • Embroider pink cheeks below eyes using pink yarn or blush felt.

  • Embroider mouth with red thread.

  • Use black thread for lashes and brows.

👗 Skirt Hem (Optional)

With white yarn:

  • Surface crochet or sl st around the base of the blue shirt to simulate blouse edge.

🎀 Final Assembly

  • Sew arms to sides under neckline.

  • Position scarf neatly.

  • Double-check hairline and face details.

  • Weave in all ends and shape with stuffing.

🎉 You’re Done!

Helga is now ready to brighten your shelf, heart, or gift box. She’s a comforting classic character with a handmade soul. 🧶✨


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