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Channel timeless glamour with the Amigurumi Marilyn Monroe, a dazzling crochet tribute to one of Hollywood’s most iconic stars! 💋🧶 With her signature blonde curls, red lips, and flowing white dress, this miniature diva captures the elegance and charm that made Marilyn a legend. Whether you’re crafting for a movie buff, celebrating vintage style, or simply adding a touch of star power to your amigurumi collection, this pattern is a showstopper from head to toe.

Perfect for crocheters who love character-driven designs and a dash of old-school flair, this project invites you to play with expressive details and bold styling. Add a beauty mark, stitch up a tiny microphone, or pose her in a classic wind-blown moment—there’s plenty of room to let your creativity shine. Whether she’s gracing your shelf or stealing the spotlight in a handmade gift, the Amigurumi Marilyn Monroe is a glamorous way to stitch up nostalgia—one iconic loop at a time! 🌟🧵

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💃 Amigurumi Marilyn Monroe Crochet Pattern

Step into the glamour of old Hollywood with this crochet Marilyn Monroe doll, inspired by her famous white halter dress and timeless beauty. Featuring embroidered eyes, vintage blonde waves, bold red lips, and a dramatic flared skirt, this doll is an elegant showpiece for any collection.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced – includes shaping, embroidery, hair styling, and skirt flare.

📏 Size

Approx. 13–14 in (33–35 cm) tall when worked in DK yarn with a 2.5–3 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

DK or light worsted yarn:
- Skin tone (body, face, arms, legs)
- White (dress, shoes)
- Blonde/Yellow (hair)
- Red (lips)
- Black (eyeliner, eyes, brows)
Embroidery thread (black, white highlight, pink for blush)
Crochet hook: 2.5–3 mm
Polyfill stuffing
Light wire (optional for seated pose)
Stitch markers, tapestry needle, scissors

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
hdc – Half double crochet
dc – Double crochet
tr – Treble crochet
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip stitch
FO – Fasten off

🪡 Pattern Instructions

Head (Skin Tone)

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]
7–14. sc around [36]
(4 sc, dec) ×6 [30]
(3 sc, dec) ×6 [24]
(2 sc, dec) ×6 [18]
Stuff firmly.
(sc, dec) ×6 [12]
dec ×6 [6] FO.

Body (Skin Tone)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
(sc, inc) ×6 [18]
(2 sc, inc) ×6 [24]
5–9. sc around [24]
(2 sc, dec) ×6 [18]
11–13. sc around [18]
(sc, dec) ×6 [12]
15–20. sc around [12] FO.
Stuff and attach to head.

Arms (Make 2)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
3–5. sc around [12]
(2 sc, dec) ×3 [9]
7–15. sc around [9] FO.
Stuff lightly. Attach at shoulders so hands rest forward on the lap/skirt.

Legs (Make 2)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc ×6 [12]
3–5. sc around [12]
(2 sc, dec) ×3 [9]
7–22. sc around [9]
23–25. Switch to white for shoes, sc around [9] FO.

Optional: Insert light wire for bending into a seated position.

Hair Cap (Blonde)

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]
7–10. sc around [36] FO. Sew to head.

Vintage Waves:

Ch 14–18, work 2 sc in each chain back for thick strands.
Sew strands flat across the cap in swooped arcs to mimic her signature rolled waves.
Add volume at the forehead and sides.

Halter Dress

Bodice (worked flat):

Ch 21, hdc across [20]
2–4. hdc across [20]
dec at both ends [18]
dec at both ends [16]
dec at both ends [14]
Continue until 10 sts remain.
Add halter ties by chaining 25 from each top corner.

Skirt (circle flare):

Attach white yarn at waist, ch 2, dc around.
(1 dc, inc) around.
(2 dc, inc) around.
(3 dc, inc) around.
Continue increasing each row for 12–15 rows, switching to tr for length.
Work FLO every other row for added drape.
FO and attach securely to bodice.

🎨 Facial Embroidery Placement

Eyes: Between rows 10–11, about 7 stitches apart. Embroider almond shapes with black, add small lashes and eyeliner flicks.
Brows: On rows 12–13, arched over each eye, no longer than eye width.
Nose: One vertical stitch between eyes, ending 1–2 rows lower, with a small horizontal stitch at the base.
Lips: Start at row 15, centered. Upper lip: small M-shape. Lower lip: wide curve beneath. Fill with red.
Blush: Light pink circles on row 14, 2–3 stitches outward from each eye.

✨ Finishing Touches

Place arms so hands rest together in front of the skirt.
Style hair waves by pinning and adjusting strands with your fingers.
Add optional pearl bead earrings for extra glamour.
Seat the doll with skirt spread wide to recreate the iconic look.

🌟 Display Idea

Set your Marilyn doll on a stand, chair, or vent to capture the essence of her unforgettable subway scene.

✨ With her signature white dress, bold red lips, and glamorous vintage waves, this Marilyn Monroe doll is a true showstopper. She’s not only a fun and rewarding crochet project but also a timeless keepsake that celebrates classic Hollywood style.

💃 Whether displayed on a shelf, gifted to a movie lover, or added to your handmade doll collection, she’s sure to bring a touch of elegance and charm wherever she goes.