Step into the world of timeless charm with this Amigurumi Hello Kitty crochet pattern! 🎀✨ With her signature bow, adorable whiskers, and sweet expression, this design brings the beloved Sanrio character to life in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a Hello Kitty fan, a themed décor piece, or simply love character-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a delightful addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in outfit details, facial features, and even tiny accessories to enhance Hello Kitty’s personality. Choose classic white and pink for an authentic look or experiment with pastel hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a kawaii setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi Hello Kitty is sure to bring smiles. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this iconic kitty to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🎀 Amigurumi Hello Kitty Crochet Pattern
Crochet your own perfectly balanced Hello Kitty with her wide, flat head, plump feet, and iconic pink bow. This version is shaped and proportioned to match the photo exactly — soft, symmetrical, and able to sit upright beautifully.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – uses simple rounds, shaping, and a few assembly techniques.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 24–26 cm (9.5–10 in) tall when made with worsted-weight yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
White yarn – 90 g (head, ears, hands, feet)
Pink yarn – 70 g (dress, arms, tail, bow)
Yellow yarn – 10 g (nose)
Black yarn – small amount (whiskers)
Safety eyes 12–15 mm (black or dark brown)
Crochet hook 3.0–3.5 mm
Polyester fiberfill stuffing
Tapestry needle, stitch marker, scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – decrease (sc two together)
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
FO – fasten off
🐱 Head (Wide, Flat-Fronted Shape)
With white yarn:
Rnd 1 – MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2 – inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3 – (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4 – (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5 – (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Rnd 6 – (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Rnd 7 – (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
Rnd 8 – (6 sc, inc) ×6 (48)
Rnd 9–22 – sc around (48)
Rnd 23 – (6 sc, dec) ×6 (42)
Rnd 24 – (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
Rnd 25 – (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Rnd 26 – (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Rnd 27 – (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Rnd 28 – (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Rnd 29 – dec ×6 (6)
FO and close.
Stuff moderately so the front remains flat. Shape gently into a rounded-square “cushion” head, wider than deep.
Insert safety eyes between R13–14, 10–11 sts apart, on the flat face.
👂 Ears (Make 2 – Rounded Triangles)
With white yarn:
Rnd 1 – MR, 4 sc (4)
Rnd 2 – (sc, inc) ×2 (6)
Rnd 3 – (2 sc, inc) ×2 (8)
Rnd 4 – (3 sc, inc) ×2 (10)
Rnd 5–6 – sc around (10)
Rnd 7 – (4 sc, inc) ×2 (12)
Rnd 8 – sc around (12)
FO.
Do not stuff. Flatten into a rounded triangle and sew to the very top of the head between R1–4, spaced about 8–10 sts apart, pointing slightly outward.
💛 Nose (Small 3D Ball)
With yellow yarn:
Rnd 1 – MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2 – inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3 – sc around (12)
Rnd 4 – dec ×6 (6)
FO, stuff lightly.
Sew centered between eyes, 3–4 rounds below eye line, so it protrudes slightly.
👁 Eyes & Whiskers
Use 12–15 mm safety eyes; place between R13–14, 10–11 sts apart on the front flat area.
Embroider three straight horizontal whiskers on each side, each about 3–4 stitches long and evenly spaced 1–2 rounds apart.
🧸 Body (Pink Dress – Cylindrical)
With pink yarn:
Rnd 1 – MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2 – inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3 – (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4 – (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5 – (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Rnd 6–11 – sc around (30)
Rnd 12 – (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Rnd 13–18 – sc around (24)
Rnd 19 – (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Rnd 20 – (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Rnd 21 – dec ×6 (6)
FO and close.
Stuff firmly so the body stays tall and cylindrical like a simple dress column.
💪 Arms (Make 2)
Start with white yarn (hands):
Rnd 1 – MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2 – inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3–4 – sc around (12)
Switch to pink (sleeves):
Rnd 5–9 – sc around (12)
FO.
Stuff lightly. Sew to upper sides of body just below the head seam, angled slightly outward and forward.
🦵 Legs (Make 2 – Large Plump Feet)
With white yarn:
Rnd 1 – MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2 – inc ×6 (12)
Rnd 3 – (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4–7 – sc around (18)
Switch to pink yarn:
Rnd 8–12 – sc around (18)
Rnd 13 – (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
FO.
Stuff the white feet very firmly for a round, puffy look.
Stuff upper legs lightly and sew to lower body so feet face forward and rest flat for balance.
🐾 Tail
With pink yarn:
Rnd 1 – MR, 5 sc (5)
Rnd 2–12 – sc around (5)
FO.
Stuff lightly or leave unstuffed for a flexible tail 8–10 cm long.
Sew centered low on the back, angled slightly downward.
🎀 Signature Bow (3D Puffy Style)
Bow Lobes ×2 – pink yarn
Rnd 1 – MR, 8 sc (8)
Rnd 2 – inc ×8 (16)
Rnd 3 – (3 sc, inc) ×4 (20)
Rnd 4–6 – sc around (20)
Rnd 7 – (3 sc, dec) ×4 (16)
Rnd 8 – dec ×8 (8)
Stuff firmly for rounded puffy lobes. FO.
Center Band – pink yarn
Ch 8 and join to form ring.
Rnd 1–7 – sc around (8). FO.
Wrap band around the two lobes, sew securely at back, and attach bow to the right ear (viewer’s left).
The bow should sit slightly to the top-side of the ear with a defined center pinch and two puffed lobes.
🪡 Assembly & Finishing
- Sew head to body securely and centered.
- Attach arms slightly below head seam, angled forward.
- Attach legs so feet sit flat and support balance.
- Sew tail to back center.
- Position bow on right ear and sew firmly.
- Embroider whiskers and check symmetry.
- Shape with hands and adjust stuffing for smooth curves.
Your Hello Kitty is now ready — wide-faced, big-footed, pink-bowed, and perfectly balanced to sit upright like the real thing. 🎀💗
