Bring the iconic charm of R2-D2 to life with this Amigurumi R2-D2 crochet pattern! 🤖✨ With its signature blue-and-white design, detailed dome, and lovable droid personality, this pattern captures the essence of one of the most beloved characters in the Star Wars universe. Whether you’re crafting for a sci-fi-inspired décor piece, a heartfelt gift, or simply love Star Wars-themed amigurumi, this design is a fantastic addition to your collection.
Designed for crocheters who enjoy shaping intricate details, this pattern allows for customization in panel textures, button placements, and even tiny accessories like embroidered circuits or a miniature Millennium Falcon to enhance its personality. Choose classic metallic hues for an authentic look or experiment with bold colors for a creative twist! Whether displayed as part of a galactic setup or gifted to a fellow Star Wars fan, this amigurumi R2-D2 is sure to impress.
Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this legendary astromech droid to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶🤖✨
🤖 Crochet R2-D2 Amigurumi Pattern
Every Star Wars fan’s favorite droid can now roll right into your handmade galaxy! This crochet R2-D2 is worked with simple shaping and detailed embroidery to capture his iconic look. With his tall cylindrical body, flat dome head, and bold blue panels, this project is a must-make for Star Wars lovers.
✨ Skill Level
Advanced – Involves shaping, detailed embroidery, and optional reinforcement for structure.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 20–22 cm (8–9 inches) tall using DK or worsted yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (DK or worsted):
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White – main body, arms, feet
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Grey – dome, small accents
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Blue – panels, stripes, dome details
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Black – sensor eye
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Red – light detail
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Yellow – foot “wires”
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Hook: 2.5–3.5 mm
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Safety eyes or black felt for the main lens (optional)
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch markers
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Optional: plastic canvas/cardboard for flat base
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Felt for optional panel accents
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Fabric glue (optional for felt details)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR = Magic Ring
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sc = single crochet
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inc = increase (2 sc in same st)
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dec = decrease (sc2tog)
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sl st = slip stitch
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ch = chain
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BLO = back loop only
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FO = fasten off
🛠️ Pattern Instructions
BODY (White)
Work in continuous spiral.
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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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)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–55. sc around (42) → tall cylinder shape -
FO, stuff firmly.
👉 Optional: Place a plastic canvas/cardboard disc at the bottom before stuffing for a flat standing base.
DOME HEAD (Grey)
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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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)
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(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
8–11. sc around (42) -
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
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(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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FO, leave long tail for sewing.
SIDE LEGS (Make 2 – White with Blue Stripes)
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
3–20. sc around (12) -
Work in rows: ch 1, turn, sc 12 → repeat for 6 rows (to create flat side)
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FO, stuff lightly. Flatten top edge and sew closed.
FEET (Make 2 – White with Yellow Wires)
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–7. sc around (24) → creates a wide oval base -
Flatten and sc through both sides (12)
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FO. Sew to bottom of each leg.
👉 Add yellow yarn cord stitched across the top of each foot for R2-D2’s signature “wires.”
PANELS & DETAILS (Blue, Grey, Black, Red)
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Eye: Crochet a black circle (MR, 6 sc, inc x6 = 12). Sew or glue onto front of dome.
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Red light: Embroider a small red circle just below the eye.
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Dome stripes: Embroider blue bands around the dome using surface slip stitch.
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Body panels: Use blue and grey yarn to embroider rectangles, circles, and stripes directly onto the white body (front and back).
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Front: stacked rectangles and round panels.
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Back: large circular hatch and vertical stripes.
👉 For sharper edges, cut felt pieces and glue/sew them on instead of embroidery.
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🖇 Assembly
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Attach dome to top of body, centered and flush.
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Sew side legs to lower sides of body, angled slightly outward.
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Attach feet to bottom of each leg so they sit flat.
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Embroider/panel all details using reference photo.
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Add final yellow cords to feet.
🌌 Customization Ideas
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Add LED beads or glow-in-the-dark yarn to panels.
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Stitch a small pouch inside for storing tiny treasures.
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Pair him with a crochet C-3PO or BB-8 for the ultimate set.
🎉 Final Touch
Your crochet R2-D2 is ready to beep, boop, and charm everyone who sees him! Place him on your shelf, gift him to a Star Wars fan, or let him guard your crochet hooks like a true astromech. This droid may not fix starships, but he’ll definitely fix a gloomy day. 💙🤍
