March into the holiday season with this Amigurumi Nutcracker crochet pattern! 🎄✨ With its regal uniform, sturdy stance, and festive charm, this design brings the magic of the classic Nutcracker to life in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for Christmas décor, a heartfelt gift, or simply love character-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a timeless addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in uniform details, facial features, and even tiny accessories like a miniature sword or drum to enhance its festive personality. Choose traditional reds and golds for a classic Nutcracker look or experiment with whimsical hues for a unique twist! Whether displayed as part of a holiday setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi Nutcracker is sure to spread seasonal joy. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this festive soldier to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🎄 Amigurumi Nutcracker – Free Crochet Pattern
Step into the magic of the holidays with this regal Amigurumi Nutcracker! 🎁 With a royal red coat, gold epaulets, and a stately mustache, this handmade toy is a festive classic perfect for Christmas décor or storytelling props.
🧵 Skill Level
Intermediate to Advanced – Involves color changes, embroidery, multiple embellishments, and hair application.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 35 cm (14 in) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Beige (skin)
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Red (uniform)
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White (legs, teeth)
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Black (hat, boots, mustache)
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Gold/yellow (epaulets, belt buckle, coat details)
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Blue (eyes, trim)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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Safety eyes (12 mm)
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Black embroidery floss (eyebrows, mouth)
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White faux fur yarn or fiber for beard and hair
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Stuffing
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Stitch markers, scissors, yarn needle
✂️ Abbreviations (US terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FLO – Front Loop Only
BLO – Back Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off
🪖 Head
With beige:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–15. sc around (36)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 10–11, 7 sts apart. -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff. -
(sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
👑 Hat
With black:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–20. sc around (36) -
FLO: (5 sc, inc) x6 (42) – brim edge
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sl st around, FO.
Embroider or sew golden bobbles and chain detail.
🧍♂️ Body
With red:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–12. sc around (30)
Switch to beige (neck): -
sc around (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff and FO.
Embroider jacket buttons, belt, and buckle with gold/yellow yarn.
🦵 Legs (Make 2)
With white:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–7. sc around (12)
Switch to red:
8–12. sc around (12)
Switch to black (boots):
13–20. sc around (12)
Stuff and FO. Sew to body.
💪 Arms (Make 2)
Start with beige:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc around (12)
Switch to blue:
6–7. sc around (12)
Switch to red:
8–15. sc around (12)
Lightly stuff, flatten and sew closed.
Attach gold fringe at top (epaulets). Sew to sides.
🧔 Face Details
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Embroider black curved eyebrows and a wide mustache
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Sew on or embroider white teeth squares across center
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Add light blush if desired using makeup or pink yarn
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Attach faux fur for beard and side hair
🎀 Assembly
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Stitch head to body.
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Attach arms and legs.
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Sew hat on top of head.
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Embellish with golden trim on chest, epaulets, belt, and buttons.
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Finish with white faux fur beard and sideburns.
This festive Nutcracker brings a dash of tradition to your handmade holiday display! Whether standing sentinel on your mantel or given as a cherished gift, he’s sure to spread cheer for many seasons to come.
