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Amigurumi Nativity Scene – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Crocheted nativity scene featuring a baby in a manger surrounded by figures representing Mary and Joseph, with several sheep figures around them.
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Celebrate the spirit of the season with this Amigurumi Nativity Scene crochet pattern! Inspired by the timeless story of Christmas, this heartfelt design brings together beloved figures like Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, and the Wise Men in soft stitches and intricate details. Whether you’re crafting for holiday decor, creating a meaningful keepsake, or simply enjoy making story-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a beautiful nativity scene bursting with warmth and tradition! Perfect for adding a touch of handmade charm to your celebrations, this crochet creation is a wonderful way to honor the season. ✨🎄

Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different colors, embroidered embellishments, or even tiny accessories like a miniature manger, twinkling star, or gentle animals for extra charm. Craft a classic nativity scene with rich earthy tones, create a whimsical version with soft pastels, or even stitch up a full set of holiday-inspired amigurumi for a stunning display! Whether gifted as a thoughtful keepsake, displayed as a cherished accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Nativity Scene is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade holiday magic to every stitch! 🧶💖✨

Crocheted nativity scene featuring a baby in a manger surrounded by figures representing Mary and Joseph, with several sheep figures around them.
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✨ Amigurumi Nativity Scene Crochet Pattern

Bring the peaceful beauty of Christmas to life with this handmade Amigurumi Nativity Scene.
This pattern includes Mary and Joseph with gently draped hoods, Baby Jesus in a ribbed manger, a glowing golden star, and a group of fluffy little sheep. Every stitch reflects the warmth, tenderness, and serenity of the Holy Night — a timeless decoration you’ll cherish every year.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – includes shaping, basic color changes, textured stitches, and simple assembly.

📏 Finished Size

  • Mary & Joseph: ~6–7 in (15–18 cm) tall
  • Baby Jesus: ~4 in (10 cm) long
  • Sheep: ~3 in (7.5 cm) tall
  • Star height with wire: ~8 in (20 cm)

🧶 Materials

Yarn (DK or light-worsted weight):

  • Beige – skin
  • Brown – hair, beard, sheep faces & hooves
  • White – Baby Jesus swaddle, veils, sheep bodies, and star
  • Oatmeal / Stone gray – Mary’s robe
  • Blue-gray – Joseph’s robe
  • Tan – manger basket
  • Black – embroidery details
  • Pink – cheeks

Other Supplies:

  • Crochet hook: 2.5–3 mm
  • Safety eyes: 6–8 mm
  • Fiberfill stuffing
  • Tapestry needle
  • Stitch marker
  • Optional: fuzzy or loop-textured yarn for sheep bodies
  • Optional: LED mini light or pipe cleaner with wire for the star

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same st)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
BLO – Back Loop Only
FLO – Front Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off

🍼 Baby Jesus

Head & Body (Beige → White):

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. inc ×6 [12]
  3. (1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
    4–6. sc around [18]
  4. (1 sc, dec) ×6 [12]
    Switch to White.
    8–10. sc around [12]
  5. (1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
    12–13. sc around [18]
  6. (1 sc, dec) ×6 [12]
  7. dec ×6 [6]; FO and close.
    Stuff firmly, shaping into a smooth oval cocoon.

Hair Cap (Brown):

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. inc ×6 [12]
  3. (1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
    4–5. sc around [18]; FO.
    Sew slightly high on the head for a soft hairline.

Face:
Attach small safety eyes close together.
Embroider a red smile and lightly blush both cheeks with pink yarn or powder.

🌾 Manger Basket

With Tan yarn:

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. inc ×6 [12]
  3. (1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
  4. (2 sc, inc) ×6 [24]
  5. (3 sc, inc) ×6 [30]
    6–10. BLO sc around [30]
  6. FLO sl st around to form a rolled rim; FO.

Shape slightly oval and fill with raffia or straw-colored yarn for hay.

👩 Mary

Head & Body (Beige → Oatmeal):

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. inc ×6 [12]
  3. (1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
  4. (2 sc, inc) ×6 [24]
    5–8. sc around [24]
    Switch to Oatmeal (light beige-gray).
    9–18. sc around [24]
  5. (2 sc, dec) ×6 [18]
  6. (1 sc, dec) ×6 [12]
  7. dec ×6 [6]; FO and close.
    Stuff firmly.

Hair Cap (Brown):

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. inc ×6 [12]
  3. (1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
  4. (2 sc, inc) ×6 [24]
    5–6. sc around [24]; FO.
    Attach so a small edge peeks out under the veil.

Arms (Beige → Oatmeal):

  1. MR 5 sc [5]
    2–3. sc around [5]
    Switch to Oatmeal.
    4–7. sc around [5]; FO.
    Sew both arms meeting in front, with hands touching in a praying position.

Veil (White):
Ch 30.
Row 1: sc across (29).
Rows 2–22: sc across. FO.
Fold one long edge over the top of the head, sew lightly along each side of the face, and let the rest drape softly over the shoulders.

Face:
Attach eyes low on the face, embroider a small smile, and add rosy cheeks for a peaceful look.

👨 Joseph

Head & Body (Beige → Blue-gray):
Follow the same pattern as Mary, switching to Blue-gray at Round 9.

Hair Cap (Brown):
Same as Mary’s.

Beard (Brown):

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. inc ×6 [12]
  3. (1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]; FO.
    Flatten into a half-oval and sew covering both cheeks and chin.
    (Optional mustache) ch 5, sl st back; attach under the nose.

Arms (Beige → Blue-gray):

  1. MR 5 sc [5]
    2–3. sc around [5]
    Switch to Blue-gray.
    4–7. sc around [5]; FO.
    Attach slightly lower, folded near the chest.

Veil (White):
Ch 30.
Row 1: sc across (29).
Rows 2–24: sc across. FO.
Fold across the head, secure edges along the face, and let it fall naturally down the back.

Face:
Add small eyes, pink cheeks, and a simple embroidered smile.

🐑 Sheep (Make 3–5)

Head (Beige):

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. inc ×6 [12]
    3–5. sc around [12]; FO and stuff.

Body (White – popcorn stitch):

  1. MR 6 sc [6]
  2. inc ×6 [12]
  3. (1 sc, inc) ×6 [18]
    4–8. Alternate 1 round sc, next round popcorn (dc 5 in same st, remove hook, insert into 1st dc, pull through).
  4. (1 sc, dec) ×6 [12]
  5. dec ×6 [6]; FO and close.
    Stuff firmly for a plump, round shape.

Legs (Brown – ×4):

  1. MR 5 sc [5]
    2–3. sc around [5]; FO.
    Attach close together under the body for a short, sturdy stance.

Ears (Beige – ×2):
Ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch, sc, hdc, dc; FO.
Attach low on the sides of the head.

Face:
Add small black eyes and embroider a pink inverted “Y” for the nose.

⭐ Star

With Yellow or Gold Yarn:

  1. MR 5 sc [5]
  2. inc ×5 [10]
  3. (1 sc, inc) ×5 [15]
    Create each point: (ch 4, sl st 2nd ch, sc, hdc, sl st to next st) ×5
    Stuff lightly and close.
    Insert a small LED or light and attach to a wire or pipe-cleaner stem.

🪡 Assembly & Display

1️⃣ Place Baby Jesus inside the manger basket filled with straw yarn.
2️⃣ Arrange Mary and Joseph on each side, hands folded and leaning slightly forward.
3️⃣ Surround them with fluffy sheep, facing the manger.
4️⃣ Position the star slightly above and behind the scene.
5️⃣ Shape the veils and cloaks gently.
6️⃣ Add warm light to complete the serene Christmas glow.

🎄 Final Thoughts

This amigurumi Nativity Scene brings the story of Christmas to life with simple stitches and heartfelt charm.
Mary and Joseph’s gentle poses, the baby’s cozy swaddle, the soft-textured sheep, and the golden star all come together to create a beautiful handmade centerpiece.

Crochet it once, display it every year, and let it remind you of the warmth and love that Christmas represents.

🕊️✨ Wishing you peace, joy, and creative inspiration this holiday season.


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