Bring the symbol of gratitude and hope to life with this Amigurumi Praying Hands Emoji crochet pattern! 🙏✨ With its iconic folded hands and simple yet meaningful design, this project is a wonderful way to express appreciation, faith, or encouragement through yarn artistry. Whether you’re crafting it as a heartfelt gift, a personal keepsake, or just love emoji-themed amigurumi, this pattern is sure to inspire warmth and positivity.
Designed for crocheters of all skill levels, this pattern allows for customization in hand positioning, color variations, and even tiny details like embroidered accents or a miniature heart to enhance its symbolism. Choose classic golden tones for a traditional look or experiment with soft pastels for a gentle touch! Whether displayed as a thoughtful décor piece or gifted to a loved one, this amigurumi praying hands emoji is a reminder of kindness and connection.
Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this uplifting design to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🙏 Amigurumi Praying Hands Emoji Crochet Pattern
Celebrate gratitude and peace with this Amigurumi Praying Hands Emoji! Whether you’re crafting a spiritual decor piece or a heartfelt gift, these crocheted hands in prayer pose capture a powerful gesture in soft, cuddly yarn.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves shaping fingers individually, joining pieces symmetrically, and light sculpting.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) tall when using worsted-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (Worsted weight):
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Camel or Tan (Hands)
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White (Sleeves)
Other supplies:
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch markers
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Polyfill stuffing
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Optional: pipe cleaners for finger structure
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
✋ Fingers (Make 8 total: 4 per hand)
Use tan:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
2–10. sc around (6)
Stuff lightly as you go
FO, leave tail for joining.
Optional: Add 1 or 2 rows to middle fingers to make them longer than others.
👍 Thumbs (Make 2)
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MR, 5 sc (5)
2–8. sc around (5)
Slightly curve one side by decreasing once
Stuff lightly
FO and leave tail for attaching at the palm edge.
✋ Palm (Make 2)
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–10. sc around (18)
Do not close yet – flatten slightly and sew fingers around top edge
Sew thumb to side
Stuff fully before sewing each palm piece together at inner edge in prayer position.
🤲 Joining Hands
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Align both palms facing each other
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Whipstitch along the edge where the inner hands meet
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Reinforce between fingers to maintain “pressed” look
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Gently sculpt the curve using tight stitches and shaping
👕 Sleeves (Make 2)
Use white:
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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sc around
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Front loops only: (sc, hdc, dc) in each stitch for ribbed look
FO and sew base of palm into sleeve
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Adjust fingers for symmetry and flare
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Lightly sew fingers together to hold praying position
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Add blush or cross symbol on sleeve for embellishment
💡 Customization Ideas
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Use velvet or plush yarn for a soft and luxurious finish
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Make larger version for altar decor
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Add keyring attachment for a prayer reminder keychain
These soft folded hands are a beautiful way to express faith, reflection, and thanks in the form of yarn art. 🙏🧶
