Welcome to the wonderful world of Disney-inspired amigurumi! ✨ Today, I’m thrilled to share with you my free crochet pattern for Pocahontas, the courageous and wise princess who paints with all the colors of the wind! 🍃 Whether you’re a lifelong Disney enthusiast or simply love creating beautiful handmade dolls, this pattern will guide you through creating your very own pocket-sized heroine complete with her flowing black hair and graceful pose! 💫
This pattern uses classic stitches and straightforward techniques, making it perfect for crafters looking for a magical project! 🪶 I’ve broken down each step with detailed instructions to ensure your Pocahontas turns out just right. 👌 So grab your hooks and yarn, and let’s bring this nature-loving spirit to life one stitch at a time! 🌊 Just around the riverbend awaits your very own handcrafted Disney princess! 🌟
🪶 Amigurumi Pocahontas Crochet Pattern
This graceful doll is inspired by Pocahontas’ free spirit and connection to nature. Perfect for storytelling, display, or gifting to a brave little adventurer!
🧶 Skill Level
Intermediate – Requires color changes, some embroidery, and costume details with fringe work.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 20–23 cm (8–9 inches) tall using DK yarn and 2.5 mm hook.
✂️ Materials
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Yarn (DK weight):
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Skin tone (head, arms, legs)
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Blue (dress)
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Brown (hair)
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Tan and cream (sash/fringe)
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Orange (necklace)
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Yellow (pouch)
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Black (eyebrows, mouth)
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Safety eyes (8–10 mm)
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2.5 mm crochet hook
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic ring
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sc – Single crochet
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inc – Increase
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dec – Decrease
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ch – Chain
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sl st – Slip stitch
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FO – Fasten off
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BLO – Back loop only
👩🦰 Head
With skin tone yarn:
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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)
7–13. sc around (36) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO and weave closed
Place safety eyes between Rounds 9–10, about 6–7 stitches apart. Embroider lashes, brows, and smile.
👗 Body
Start with skin tone:
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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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sc around
Switch to blue for the dress:
5–11. sc around (18) -
(sc, dec) x6 (12), stuff well
13–14. sc around (12), FO
🦵 Legs (make 2)
With skin tone:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–5. sc (12)
Switch to blue:
6–9. sc (12), FO and stuff
Sew legs side-by-side to bottom of body.
💪 Arms (make 2)
Start with skin tone:
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MR, 6 sc
2–4. sc (6)
Switch to blue:
5–10. sc (6), FO and stuff lightly
Attach to upper sides of the body.
🧵 Sash and Fringe
Use tan and cream yarns.
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Ch 35 with tan
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Row 1: sc across
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Row 2: sl st across with cream
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Cut multiple short strands of tan yarn and loop into the bottom edge as fringe
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Wrap diagonally from left shoulder to right hip and sew in place
Repeat for second sash from opposite direction (hip to side).
🌻 Pouch
With yellow:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc (12), FO
Sew to sash side
🧡 Necklace
With orange:
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Ch 8
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FO and sew as a small oval on chest
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Embroider a simple swirl if desired
💇 Hair
With brown yarn:
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Create a wig cap:
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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)
6–9. sc (30), FO
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Sew to head. Then, attach long strands (approx. ch 30) from back of wig cap and secure them down the back. Tie with a small piece to shape.
Add white yarn strands from left to right side of the headband and tie at the ends.
👣 Final Touches
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Sew head to body
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Secure arms and legs
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Adjust sash and fringe placement
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Embroider details or bead for added realism
Your brave and nature-loving Amigurumi Pocahontas is ready to stand with the wind and tell her story 🌿🌀🌺