Amigurumi Schoolgirl – FREE Crochet Pattern

A crocheted doll of a schoolgirl with brown hair tied in pigtails, wearing a white shirt, brown skirt, and a yellow backpack, holds a small book. She stands in front of a small table with a crocheted apple and a chalkboard in the background with the letters 'ABC' visible.
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Step into a world of sweet scholastic charm with the Amigurumi Schoolgirl crochet pattern! πŸŽ€πŸ““ With her tidy uniform, playful pigtails, and ready-for-class attitude, this little doll is a delightful tribute to school days and youthful curiosity. Whether she’s heading to her first day of kindergarten or packing her bag for a big exam, she brings a heartwarming sense of nostalgia and joy to your handmade collection.

This pattern is perfect for adding personal touchesβ€”choose your favorite school colors, stitch up a tiny satchel, or even embroider a name tag to make her truly unique. From her polished shoes to her cheerful smile, every detail invites creativity and customization. Whether you’re gifting her to a young student, decorating a classroom, or simply celebrating the magic of learning, this Schoolgirl Amigurumi is a charming project that’s sure to earn top marks in cuteness! 🧢🍎✨

A crocheted doll of a schoolgirl with brown hair tied in pigtails, wearing a white shirt, brown skirt, and a yellow backpack, holds a small book. She stands in front of a small table with a crocheted apple and a chalkboard in the background with the letters 'ABC' visible.

πŸŽ’ Amigurumi Schoolgirl Crochet Pattern

This adorable amigurumi student is ready for her first day of school! Dressed in a pleated skirt, crisp white blouse, backpack, and school shoes, she’s carrying her book with a big smile. Perfect as a gift for kids, teachers, or back-to-school season.


✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Requires shaping, color changes, sewing, and attention to detail.


πŸ“ Finished Size

Approx. 26–28 cm (10–11 inches) tall when made with worsted yarn and a 2.5–3 mm hook.


🧢 Materials

  • Skin-tone yarn
  • Brown yarn (hair, skirt, shoes)
  • White yarn (socks, blouse)
  • Yellow or mustard yarn (backpack)
  • Gray/cream yarn (book)
  • Black embroidery thread (lashes, smile, eyebrows)
  • 12–14 mm safety eyes
  • Polyester stuffing
  • 2.5–3 mm crochet hook
  • Stitch markers, yarn needle, scissors

🧾 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR = Magic Ring
  • sc = single crochet
  • inc = increase (2 sc in one st)
  • dec = decrease (sc2tog)
  • ch = chain
  • sl st = slip stitch
  • BLO = back loop only
  • FLO = front loop only

πŸͺ‘ Pattern


Head

Skin-tone yarn

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc Γ— 6 (12)
  3. (sc, inc) Γ— 6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) Γ— 6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) Γ— 6 (30)
  6. (4 sc, inc) Γ— 6 (36)
  7. (5 sc, inc) Γ— 6 (42)
    8–16. sc around (42)
    πŸ‘‰ Insert safety eyes between R10–11, ~10 sts apart.
  8. (5 sc, dec) Γ— 6 (36)
  9. (4 sc, dec) Γ— 6 (30)
  10. (3 sc, dec) Γ— 6 (24)
  11. (2 sc, dec) Γ— 6 (18)
  12. (sc, dec) Γ— 6 (12). Stuff firmly.
  13. dec Γ— 6 (6). Close.

Face details:

  • Embroider nose between eyes, small horizontal stitch.
  • Add blush with pink yarn or makeup.
  • Stitch smile & lashes.

Ears (make 2)

Skin-tone yarn

  1. MR, 6 sc (6).
  2. sc around (6).
    Flatten, sew at sides of head.

Hair Cap

Brown yarn

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc Γ— 6 (12)
  3. (sc, inc) Γ— 6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) Γ— 6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) Γ— 6 (30)
  6. (4 sc, inc) Γ— 6 (36)
    7–14. sc around (36)
  • Sew onto head.
  • Use strands of brown yarn for pigtails. Tie with yarn bows.

Body

Skin-tone yarn

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc Γ— 6 (12)
  3. (sc, inc) Γ— 6 (18)
  4. (2 sc, inc) Γ— 6 (24)
  5. (3 sc, inc) Γ— 6 (30)
    6–10. sc around (30)
    πŸ‘‰ Switch to white yarn (blouse).
    11–17. sc around (30)
    πŸ‘‰ Switch to brown yarn (skirt base).
  6. FLO (sc, inc) Γ— 15 (45)
    19–21. sc around (45).
  7. sl st finish.

Pleated Skirt

Using remaining front loops from R17:

  1. (ch 3, sl st next st) around.
    2–3. Work rows of dc into each chain for pleated look.

Arms (make 2)

Skin-tone yarn

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc Γ— 6 (12)
    3–10. sc around (12)
    πŸ‘‰ Switch to white yarn (sleeves).
    11–16. sc around (12).
    Stuff lightly.

Fingers (optional detail)
At hand end, surface stitch 3 lines with yarn to separate fingers.


Legs (make 2)

Start with brown (shoes).

  1. MR, 6 sc (6)
  2. inc Γ— 6 (12)
  3. (sc, inc) Γ— 6 (18)
    4–5. sc around (18)
    πŸ‘‰ Switch to white yarn (socks).
    6–9. sc around (18)
    πŸ‘‰ Switch to skin-tone yarn.
    10–18. sc around (18).
    Stuff firmly. Sew to body.

Backpack

Yellow yarn

  1. Chain 16, join to circle.
    2–12. sc around for depth.
    Flap: chain 10, sc back, sew to top.
    Straps: ch 20 each, sew to top and bottom of backpack.

Book

Gray yarn (cover)
Ch 14 Γ— 10 rows rectangle. Fold.
White yarn (pages)
Ch 12 Γ— 8 rows rectangle. Sew inside cover.


Assembly

  1. Attach head to body.
  2. Sew arms to sides.
  3. Attach legs.
  4. Position hair and pigtails.
  5. Add pleated skirt to waist.
  6. Sew backpack on shoulders.
  7. Place book in hand.
  8. Embroider final details (brows, smile, blush).

✨ Final Touch

Your Amigurumi Schoolgirl is ready with her pleated skirt, backpack, and book – full of charm and ready for class!


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