Celebrate tradition and artistry with this Amigurumi Native American Girl Doll crochet pattern! Designed to honor the beauty of cultural heritage, this charming doll features intricate details, from her flowing braids to her beautifully embroidered outfit. Whether you’re crafting as a tribute to history, creating a meaningful gift, or simply enjoy making character-inspired amigurumi, this pattern lets you stitch up a doll bursting with personality! Perfect for adding a touch of handmade storytelling to your collection, this crochet creation brings warmth and creativity to every stitch. ✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different color palettes, embroidered accents, or even tiny accessories like a miniature woven basket or beaded jewelry for extra charm. Craft a classic version with earthy tones, create a vibrant interpretation with bold hues, or even stitch up a full set of culturally inspired amigurumi for a stunning display! Whether gifted as a thoughtful keepsake, displayed as a heartfelt accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Native American Girl Doll is a creative and meaningful project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade tradition to every stitch! 🧶💖✨
🌻 Amigurumi Native American Girl Crochet Pattern
This beautifully detailed Native American girl amigurumi doll celebrates cultural elegance with a hand-crocheted feathered headband, traditional patterned dress, and braided hair. Perfect for storytelling play or as a decorative collectible!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, continuous body-dress shaping, and accessory details.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 9–11 inches (23–28 cm) tall using DK or worsted weight yarn with a 2.5–3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- DK or worsted weight yarn:
- Skin tone (light brown)
- Black (hair)
- Beige (dress)
- Red, white, black (dress pattern & feathers)
- Blue (hair ties)
- Brown (base)
- Light beige (basket)
- Green (cactus)
- Crochet hook (2.5–3.0 mm)
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Polyfill stuffing
- Safety eyes (8–10 mm)
- Thin wire (optional for base stiffness)
- Hot glue (optional, for feather placement)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- sc – Single Crochet
- inc – Increase (2 sc in same st)
- dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
- BLO – Back Loops Only
- FLO – Front Loops Only
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- ch – Chain
- FO – Fasten Off
👧 Head
With skin tone:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) × 6 (36)
7–15. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
👉 Stuff head firmly - (1 sc, dec) × 6 (12)
- dec × 6 (6)
FO and weave tail to close.
👗 Body & Dress (Worked Together as One)
Start with beige (dress base):
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) × 6 (36)
7–9. sc around (36)
Colorwork rounds (dress pattern):
10–12. Use red, white, and black to crochet triangular patterns around the base (optional: use surface crochet after body is done).
13–15. Continue with beige (sc around)
16. (4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
17. Switch to skin tone: (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
18–21. sc around (24)
22. (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
👉 Stuff as you go
23. (1 sc, dec) × 6 (12)
24. dec × 6 (6)
FO and close.
💪 Arms (Make 2)
With skin tone:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- (1 sc, inc) × 3 (9)
3–10. sc around (9)
FO and leave a tail for sewing.
🦵 Legs (Make 2, join to body)
With skin tone:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
3–6. sc around (12) - FO first leg. Do NOT FO second leg.
Join Legs:
- ch 3, sc around first leg (12), sc in ch (3), sc around second leg (12), sc in opposite side of chain (3) – (30 sts)
9–12. sc around (30) – now continue into body shaping as described above.
💇 Hair (Braids)
- Cut long strands of black yarn and latch them to the scalp (loop knot)
- Part at the center, braid both sides and tie with blue yarn
- Optional: stitch braids lightly to body for secure placement
🪶 Headband & Feathers
Headband:
With tan yarn, ch 60, sl st to first ch. Place across forehead and sew in place.
Feathers (Make 2):
- With white: ch 7, sc into 2nd ch and next 5 sts
- Turn, inc, sc 3, dec
- Change to brown, repeat row 2
FO and sew both feathers behind headband on one side.
🧺 Basket Accessory
With light beige yarn:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
- BLO, sc around (18)
5–7. sc around (18) - ch 10, attach opposite side for handle
FO and sew or place next to figure.
🌵 Cactus (Make 2–3)
With green:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
3–6. sc around (12)
FO and stuff. For arms, ch 6, sc around, and sew to main cactus body.
🟤 Base
With rust/brown yarn:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
Continue increasing until approx. 12–14 cm across.
FO and glue or sew doll and cacti onto base.
✂️ Assembly Tips
- Attach head to body using tight whip stitches
- Sew arms at shoulder level
- Secure the basket or leave it loose
- Add optional blush with dry pastel or pink yarn
- Use a light coat of fabric glue inside the feathers for firmness
🌞 Final Thoughts
This sweet Native American girl doll is a lovely tribute and a joyful project. The integrated dress and thoughtful accessories make her ideal for gifting, storytelling, or display. Customize her colors or pair her with matching scenery to tell a bigger tale!
