Step into the world of sweetness and charm with this Amigurumi My Melody crochet pattern! Whether you’re crafting for Sanrio fans, adding a touch of kawaii magic to your handmade collection, or simply love making adorable amigurumi designs, this free pattern lets you stitch up the beloved My Melody in delightful crochet form. With her signature pink hood, gentle expression, and soft bunny ears, this crochet My Melody captures the essence of kindness and friendship in every stitch. Perfect for gifting to fellow crochet lovers, decorating a cozy space, or simply celebrating the joy of handmade creations, this amigurumi My Melody is sure to bring smiles—one stitch at a time! 🎀✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of pink, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature flower or heart for extra personality. Craft a classic My Melody with her traditional look, create a pastel version for a dreamy aesthetic, or even stitch up a full Sanrio-inspired set with matching characters! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a whimsical accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi My Melody is a delightful and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of kawaii magic to every stitch! 🧶💖
🐰 Amigurumi My Melody Crochet Pattern
Bring a dose of sweetness and charm into your home with this adorable Amigurumi My Melody! Dressed in soft pinks and creams with a signature bow and floppy bunny ears, this plush pal is perfect for Sanrio lovers, collectors, or anyone who enjoys cute and cuddly handmade creations. Whether it’s for display or snuggles, this My Melody is sure to steal hearts! 💕
🧶 Skill Level
Intermediate — shaping, layered hood fitting, and precise assembly
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 25–27 cm tall
(using DK yarn & 2.75–3.0 mm hook)
🪢 Materials
DK yarn
- A – Soft Cream (face, body belly, arms, legs, feet)
- B – Baby Pink (hood, ears, body exterior, bow, skirt rim)
- C – Pink (same shade as B — used for both bows)
- D – Mustard/Yellow (nose)
- Black (eyes if crocheting)
- Pink (cheeks if embroidered)
Other supplies
- 10–12 mm black oval safety eyes
- 2.75–3.0 mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Pink blush (optional)
🔤 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
sl st – slip stitch
BLO – back loop only
FO – fasten off
🧁 Head (Cream)
Photo-accurate shaping notes:
- Head is large, round, slightly tall top-to-bottom
- Eyes sit low and wide
- Face is creamy oval with no taper
MR, 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R7: (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
R8–16: sc around (42)
R17: (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
R18: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
🖤 Eye Placement
Insert oval black eyes between R8–9
9–10 stitches apart, wider than typical kawaii spacing
R19: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R20: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R21: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R22: dec ×6 (6)
Stuff firmly & close.
🎀 Hood Helmet (Baby Pink)
Critical details from photo:
- Hood is roomy and oversized
- Overlaps lower face
- Opens in a smooth oval
- Has thickness at lower edge
Work same as head until 42 sts:
MR, 6
12
18
24
30
36
42
R8–12: sc around (42)
R13: (6 sc, inc) ×6 (48)
R14–16: sc around (48)
FO — do not stuff.
Fit hood over head like a helmet.
Align opening into an oval that hugs the face, leaving no sharp corners.
Face Rim Finish (important):
Using pink yarn, surface slip stitch around the opening
➡ gives the raised rounded edge seen in the photo
Sew hood in place around face perimeter.
🐇 Ears (2) Baby Pink
Ears are thick, long, slightly bottom-heavy, and rounded at tips.
MR, 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (5 sc, inc) ×2 (14)
R4–19: sc around (14)
Stuff the lower 50–60% for weight.
Leave top unstuffed for foldability.
Flatten and sew behind bow line, leaning forward.
🎀 Hood Bow (Baby Pink)
Bow consists of:
✔ two stuffed spheres
✔ wrapped tube at center
Bow Spheres (make 2)
MR, 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3–5: sc around (12)
R6: (1 sc, dec) ×4 (8)
Lightly stuff
FO
Center Wrap
Ch 8
R1–6: sc across (7)
Wrap tightly around spheres + hood seam
Sew centered on top
🌙 Face Details
Nose (Yellow)
Tiny oval satin stitch
Just below eye line
Smile (Brown or black thin)
Very small curved tick mark
Centered under nose
Cheeks
Round embroidered spirals
or tiny blush circles
🎀 Neck Bow (Baby Pink)
In the photo, bow color matches hood perfectly — not darker.
Ch 13
R1: sc in 2nd ch & across (12)
R2–5: sc across (12)
FO, pinch center, wrap several turns of yarn around center.
Sew just under chin where hood meets body.
🧸 Body (Baby Pink)
Body is short, wide, slightly cylindrical.
MR, 6
12
18
24
30
R6–14: sc around (30)
R15: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R16: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff firmly
FO, leave tail to sew
Sew body centered to base of head.
🤍 Belly Patch (Cream)
In photo, belly patch is large and flat against body.
MR, 6
12
18
24
FO
Sew centered on body
💪 Arms (2) All Cream
Photo clearly shows arms are entirely cream.
Short, minimal shaping.
MR, 6
R2: (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
R3–10: sc around (9)
Lightly stuff
Sew wide-set, just below neck bow.
Arms point slightly forward.
🦶 Legs & Feet (2)
Important photo-accurate construction:
✔ Legs & visible feet = Cream
✔ Pink is ONLY on underside in a round sole circle
Legs (Cream)
MR, 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4–10: sc around (18)
Stuff firmly
Attach in a seated “legs forward” posture
Pink Sole Circles (underside only)
Ch 5
R1: sc in 2nd ch & across, 3 sc in last; other side sc across (Oval ~10 sts)
R2: inc only around the curve sections (about 14–16 sts total)
OR make circle:
MR, 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
FO and sew to underside of each foot
Only visible from underneath or low angle — exactly like the photo.
🍥 Skirt-Style Rim (Baby Pink)
Attach yarn around lower body
Work 1 round BLO sc (24–30 sts)
This forms the subtle rib line representing a soft skirt band.
🧵 Assembly Order
1️⃣ Sew belly patch
2️⃣ Attach body to head
3️⃣ Fit hood and stitch face rim
4️⃣ Attach bow spheres & center wrap
5️⃣ Attach ears, angled forward gently
6️⃣ Sew arms below neck bow
7️⃣ Sew legs in sitting position
8️⃣ Add pink sole patches underneath
9️⃣ Embroider cheeks & smile
🔟 Add blush if desired
📐 Photo-Accuracy Checklist
✔ Large rounded head with tall profile
✔ Hood oversized with face overlap
✔ Smooth oval face opening with rolled rim
✔ Ears long, thick and lightly stuffed bottom
✔ Two-sphere bow on hood
✔ Matching baby-pink neck bow
✔ Neck bow wide and flat
✔ Eyes placed low and far apart
✔ Nose tiny & oval
✔ Smile very small
✔ Round pink cheeks
✔ Belly patch large and centered
✔ Arms fully cream
✔ Legs & feet cream
✔ Pink only on sole underside
✔ Cylindrical short body
✔ Waistline rib ridge
✔ Seated posture
Everything now matches the photo exactly 💯
🌟 Finishing Touches
✨ Steam block hood face opening lightly
✨ Adjust ear angle before final stitching
✨ Shape cheeks into perfect circles
✨ Glue-felt “Sweet Dreams” sign for display aesthetic
This sweet My Melody plush will be your new favorite handmade friend—perfect for gifting or decorating a dreamy shelf full of love and sugar-sweet smiles! 🌙💕
