Welcome to the enchanting world of whimsical amigurumi! 🍃✨ Today, I’m delighted to share my free crochet pattern for a playful little Sprite—a magical creature brimming with woodland charm and mischievous energy! 🌿 Whether you’re a lover of fantasy folklore, enjoy crafting tiny nature-inspired beings, or simply want to add a touch of enchantment to your handmade collection, this pattern will guide you through creating your very own pint-sized guardian of the forest! 🍄💚
This pattern is beginner-friendly, featuring simple stitches and clear instructions to bring this lively little Sprite to life! 🧚♂️ I’ve carefully detailed each step to ensure your creation turns out just right—ready to spread joy, magic, and maybe even a little playful mischief! 🪄 So grab your hooks, choose your most magical yarn colors, and let’s stitch up a charming sprite that will brighten any space! 🌟✨
🧚 Amigurumi Sprite Crochet Pattern
Bring a whimsical forest spirit to life with this sweet amigurumi sprite! With large expressive ears, a petal dress, and leafy headband, this fantasy creature will charm anyone who sees her.
🧶 Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves shaping, color changes, and decorative details.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 20 cm (8 inches) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
✂️ Materials Needed
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Worsted weight yarn in:
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Light pink (skin)
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Olive green (dress and leaf trim)
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White (dress edging and buttons)
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Coral or pink (nose)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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10 mm safety eyes (black)
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Stitch marker, yarn needle, scissors
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Fiberfill stuffing
🧵 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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BLO – Back Loops Only
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ch – Chain
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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FO – Fasten Off
🧑🎨 Head
Using light pink:
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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)
7–14. 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)
Stuff and FO.
Attach safety eyes between rounds 9–10 with 6 sts between.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
Using light pink:
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MR, 4 sc
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(sc, inc) x2 (6)
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(2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
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(3 sc, inc) x2 (10)
5–6. sc around (10) -
Fold and sl st across the edge. Leave a tail for sewing.
👃 Nose
Using coral/pink:
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MR, 6 sc
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sc around
FO, stuff lightly and sew onto the face between eyes.
🧍 Body
Using light pink:
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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)
5–8. sc around (24)
Switch to green (dress):
9–15. sc around (24) -
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(sc, dec) x6 (12)
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sc around (12)
Stuff and FO.
🧦 Legs (Make 2)
Start with light pink:
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MR, 6 sc
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(sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–5. sc around (9)
Switch to green:
6–9. sc around (9)
Stuff lightly. FO and leave a tail.
🧤 Arms (Make 2)
Start with light pink:
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MR, 6 sc
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sc around
Switch to green:
3–7. sc around
Stuff lightly. FO and leave a tail for sewing.
👗 Skirt Ruffle
Attach white yarn to bottom round of dress:
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[sc, ch 3, sc] in each stitch around
FO and weave in ends.
🍃 Leaf Crown
Using olive green:
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ch 36
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sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc across every 3 stitches to create 5–6 leaf points.
FO and sew around forehead as a leafy tiara.
🎀 Buttons
Use white yarn to embroider or crochet small dots on the dress (or attach tiny buttons).
🧩 Assembly
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Sew head to body.
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Attach arms to the sides of the upper body.
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Sew legs to the base for a sitting pose.
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Sew ears on each side of the head.
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Sew on the leaf tiara and nose.
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Embroider lashes and add blush with pink yarn or pastel.
✨ Finishing Touches
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Use a fine yarn or thread to add subtle eyelash detail for expression.
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Shape the skirt and press gently with a steam iron (use a cloth barrier).
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Stitch a flower or embellishment to the front of the dress if desired.
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Add a loop if you’d like to hang her as an ornament or mobile!
Let your enchanted sprite watch over your craft shelf or gift her to a fantasy-loving friend!
