Get ready to stitch up some holiday cheer with this festive Amigurumi Santa Claus & Mrs. Claus crochet pattern! This jolly duo brings the magic of Christmas to life with their classic outfits, warm smiles, and cozy charm. Whether you’re crafting for seasonal décor, heartfelt gifts, or just love adding a handmade touch to your winter wonderland, Santa and his beloved Mrs. Claus are sure to spread joy from the North Pole to your crochet basket. 🎅🧶🤶
Designed for detail and delight, this pattern invites you to explore textured yarns, expressive shaping, and fun extras like Santa’s fluffy beard, Mrs. Claus’s apron, or even a tiny plate of cookies. You can customize their outfits with festive colors or add embroidered accents to reflect your own holiday style. Whether perched on a mantel, nestled in a gift box, or starring in a handmade Christmas village, this Santa & Mrs. Claus Amigurumi is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for stitching up a little handmade magic, one loop at a time! 💖✨🎄
🎅🤶 Amigurumi Santa & Mrs. Claus Crochet Pattern
Bring the warmth and wonder of Christmas to life with this charming crocheted Santa and Mrs. Claus duo! Each doll is full of festive personality — Santa features fluffy white trims and a built-in belt, while Mrs. Claus wears a sweet bell-shaped dress, a rounded collar, and soft flowing hair. Together they make the perfect pair for your holiday décor or as heartwarming handmade gifts.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – includes shaping, color changes, structured clothing, textured trims, and detailed finishing.
📏 Finished Size
Each doll measures approximately 7–8 in (18–20 cm) tall when crocheted with DK or light-worsted yarn and a 3 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK / Light-Worsted ≈ 240–280 m / 100 g)
Red – 45 g
White – 40 g
Beige – 15 g
Black – 15 g
Yellow / Gold – 3 g
Polyester stuffing ≈ 40–50 g total
Pink blush or yarn for cheeks
Tools
Crochet hook 2.5–3 mm · Tapestry needle · Scissors · Stitch marker · 8 mm safety eyes · (Optional thin wire for arms)
🧵 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
FLO – Front Loop Only
BLO – Back Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off
🎅 Santa Claus
👨🦳 Head (Beige)
(Beige) R1 – MR 6 sc (6)
R2 – inc ×6 (12)
R3 – (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4 – (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5 – (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–R10 – sc around (30)
Insert eyes between R7–R8, 7 sts apart.
R11 – (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R12 – (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
R13 – (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Stuff firmly.
R14 – dec ×6 (6) FO and close.
Nose (Beige) – MR 5 sc (5) FO and sew below eyes.
Eyebrows – Embroider small white bars above eyes.
Smile – Use red thread to form a gentle curve under the nose.
🧔 Beard (White)
Make 15 mini circles (MR 4 sc each). Sew in overlapping layers from ear to ear beneath the nose.
For mustache: make 2 × (ch 6, sc 5 back, FO) and sew horizontally between nose and beard.
🎩 Hat (Red + White Brim)
(Red) R1 – MR 6 sc (6)
R2 – (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
R3–R8 – increase evenly to ≈ 36 sts
R9–R11 – sc around (36)
(White) R12–R15 – FLO sc around (36)
Roll the brim upward and tack in 3–4 points.
Add a large white pom-pom (about ⅓ head size) and attach it securely to the tip of the hat for a cheerful finish.
🧥 Jacket & Body (Red / Black / White)
(Red) R1 – MR 6 sc (6)
R2 – inc ×6 (12)
R3 – (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4 – (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5 – (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6 – inc ×6 spaced (36)
(Black) R7–R8 – sc around (36) → belt band
(Red) R9–R11 – sc around (36)
(White) R12–R14 – FLO sc around (36) → thick bottom trim
FO and stuff firmly.
Front Trim (White)
Attach yarn at the center front.
Work 3 sc up the front edge, ch 1, turn, and sc back down.
Repeat 3–4 rows for desired width.
Do the same on the opposite side, spacing both trims 1–2 stitches apart at the center to create the jacket’s opening effect.
Fluffy Trim Tip: Use eyelash or mohair yarn for extra texture, or lightly brush regular white yarn with a slicker brush for a soft, fluffy look.
💪 Arms (Beige + Red + White Cuffs) ×2
(Beige) R1 – MR 6 sc (6)
R2–R3 – sc around (6) → hands
(Red) R4–R5 – sc around (6) → sleeves
(White) R6–R7 – FLO sc around (6) → cuffs
FO and stuff lightly.
👖 Pants + Boots (Black / White / Red) ×2
(Black) R1 – MR 6 sc (6)
R2 – inc ×6 (12)
R3–R4 – sc around (12) → boots
(White) R5 – FLO sc around (12) → ankle trim
(Red) R6–R9 – sc around (12) → pants
FO and stuff lightly. Sew beneath the jacket.
🤶 Mrs. Claus
👩🏻🦳 Head (Beige)
Work as Santa’s head. Insert eyes between R6–R7, ≈ 8 sts apart. Add eyelashes and a soft red smile.
💇♀️ Hair (White)
Wig Cap
R1 – MR 6 sc (6)
R2 – inc ×6 (12)
R3 – (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4 – (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5–R6 – sc around (24) FO.
Cut 120–140 strands (18–20 cm each). Attach densely from crown to neckline. Part the hair down the center and let the sides fall softly. Twist or steam the ends for gentle curls.
👗 Dress (Red / Black / White)
(Red) R1 – MR 6 sc (6)
R2 – inc ×6 (12)
R3 – (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4 – (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5 – (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
(Black) R6–R7 – sc around (30) → belt band
(Red) R8 – (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
R9 – sc around (36)
R10 – (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
R11 – sc around (42)
R12 – (6 sc, inc) ×6 (48)
R13 – sc around (48)
R14 – (7 sc, inc) ×6 (54)
R15 – sc around (54)
R16 – (8 sc, inc) ×6 (60)
R17 – sc around (60)
R18 – (9 sc, inc) ×6 (66)
R19–R22 – sc around (66) → flared skirt
(White) R23 – (sl st, sk 1, 5 dc in next, sk 1) repeat → scalloped hem.
FO and stuff lightly.
💪 Arms (Beige + Red + White Cuffs) ×2
(Beige) R1 – MR 6 sc (6)
R2–R3 – sc around (6) → hands
(Red) R4–R5 – sc around (6) → sleeves
(White) R6–R7 – FLO sc around (6) → cuffs
FO.
🤍 Collar (White – Rounded Peter Pan Style)
ch 34–36
R1 – sc across
R2 – (sc, hdc, dc, 2 dc in next, dc, hdc, sc) repeat for curve
R3 – sc around outer edge for thickness
Overlap ends slightly and sew around front neckline.
👠 Shoes (Black)
R1 – MR 6 sc (6)
R2 – inc ×6 (12)
R3 – sc around (12)
FO and sew to bottom of skirt.
🪡 Assembly & Finishing
1️⃣ Sew heads to bodies slightly tilted forward.
2️⃣ Attach arms at belt level so the cuffs align.
3️⃣ Sew legs or shoes under the base.
4️⃣ Add Santa’s beard and mustache; fluff Mrs. Claus’s hair.
5️⃣ Place hats slightly back, rolling brims outward.
6️⃣ Add a gold buckle (small crocheted square) on each belt.
7️⃣ Gently brush white trims for a soft, fluffy look.
8️⃣ Apply a touch of pink blush to cheeks.
✨ Finishing Details
- Santa’s jacket trim has 3 rounds of white fur and 4-stitch-wide front panels spaced 1–2 sts apart.
- Mrs. Claus’s collar (ch 34–36) sits wide on the shoulders.
- Skirt includes extra rounds for length and flow.
- Hair is center-parted for a soft, natural look.
- White sections use fuzzy yarn or brushed fibers for realistic texture.
- Pom-pom securely attached to hat tip for durability.
🎄 The Perfect Christmas Couple
Congratulations — you’ve crocheted the ultimate holiday pair! With their loving smiles, cozy details, and timeless design, this Santa and Mrs. Claus set will add heartwarming charm to your home every Christmas season. ❤️🎅🤶🎁
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