Twirl into charm with this Amigurumi Sweet Mouse—a darling ballerina-style companion who’s ready to pirouette straight into your heart! With her oversized rosy ears and gentle smile, she radiates warmth and whimsy. Her sage-green tee, adorned with a puffed heart, pairs perfectly with a flouncy peach skirt that’s made for dancing. Topped with a big bow and trailing a long curly tail, she’s the kind of handmade treasure that feels like a hug in yarn form. 🐭💚🎀
Whether you’re crafting a gift for a little dreamer or adding a sprinkle of sweetness to your own collection, this graceful mouse brings personality and poise to every stitch. Her soft palette and delicate details make her ideal for nursery décor, storytime snuggles, or even a whimsical shelf display. From her dainty outfit to her expressive features, she’s a joy to create and even more delightful to behold—an amigurumi that pirouettes between elegance and playfulness with every loop. 🧶✨🩰
🐭 Sweet Mouse Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
This sweet mouse doll is designed with soft pastel tones and balanced proportions. She features oversized round ears with spiral centers, a gently domed head, embroidered facial details with wire whiskers, a sage-green top with a raised heart appliqué, a fluffy peach skirt, sturdy rounded feet, a long curved tail, and a soft bow between the ears. The construction allows her to stand securely while keeping a plush, cuddly finish.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate
Includes shaping, spiral ear construction, surface appliqué, ruffle work, and detailed assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 28–30 cm (11–12 in) tall
(using worsted/aran yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook)
🧶 Materials
Yarn (Worsted / Aran, #4)
- White – head, body base, outer ears, upper legs
- Peach / Blush – feet, hands, skirt, cheeks, nose, heart appliqué, tail
- Sage Green – shirt and bow
- Black embroidery thread – mouth, eye details
- Thin black craft wire or stiff thread – whiskers
Tools
- 3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook
- 10–12 mm black safety eyes
- Polyester fiberfill
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Pins
🧵 Abbreviations (US)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – invisible decrease
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
tr – treble crochet
FLO – front loop only
st(s) – stitch(es)
FO – fasten off
🐭 Head (White)
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
(5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
(6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
(7 sc, inc) x6 (54)
10–18. sc around (54)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 14–15, spaced about 11 stitches apart.
(7 sc, dec) x6 (48)
(6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Stuff firmly, keeping the face gently rounded.
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
dec x6 (6)
FO, close and weave in ends.
👃 Muzzle (White)
The muzzle in the photo is subtle and integrated, not protruding.
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–5. sc around (18)
Lightly stuff, flatten slightly.
FO with a long tail and sew low and centered between the eyes.
👃 Nose (Peach)
MR, 6 sc
sl st, FO
Sew to the top center of the muzzle.
😊 Cheeks (Peach – Make 2)
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
FO.
Attach directly under each eye, close to the muzzle.
✨ Facial Details
- Mouth: short vertical stitch under the nose, with a tiny curved smile
- Eyelashes: 2–3 short straight stitches at the outer edge of each eye
- Whiskers: insert 3 thin wire whiskers per side, anchored from inside the head
👂 Ears (Spiral Style – Make 2)
Inner Spiral (Peach)
MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Do not FO. Continue working in a spiral for 1 extra round to create a visible swirl.
FO.
Outer Ear (White)
MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
Place the peach spiral on top of the white circle.
sc through both layers around (36).
FO, leave a long tail.
Sew ears high on the head, wide apart, with a slight outward tilt.
🎀 Bow (Sage Green)
ch 24
Row 1: hdc in 2nd ch and across (23)
Rows 2–6: ch 1, turn, hdc 23
FO. Pinch center tightly and wrap with yarn 10–12 times.
Sew centered between the ears.
🦵 Legs & Feet (Make 2)
Feet (Peach)
MR, 6 sc (6)
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–7. sc around (24)
(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Change to white.
Legs (White)
sc around (18) for 10–12 rounds
Lightly stuff.
FO first leg.
Do not FO second leg.
🧍 Body & Shirt (White → Sage Green)
From second leg, ch 3 and join to first leg.
Round 1:
18 sc around first leg
3 sc across chain
18 sc around second leg
3 sc across chain (42)
Round 2: sc around (42)
Change to sage green.
Rounds 3–8: sc around (42)
(5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
sc around (36)
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
sc around (30)
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
FO, leave long tail.
👗 Skirt Ruffle (Peach)
Attach peach yarn to FLO of Round 3 of shirt.
Round 1: (3 dc) in each FLO stitch around
Round 2: (2 dc in each stitch) around
This creates the thick, soft, flouncy skirt seen in the photo.
Sl st, FO.
💪 Arms (Make 2)
Hands (Peach)
MR, 6 sc
inc x6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–5. sc around (18)
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Change to white.
Forearm (White)
sc around (12) for 6 rounds
Change to sage green.
Sleeve (Sage Green)
sc around (12) for 6 rounds
Lightly stuff only the hand and lower arm.
FO and sew arms slightly forward on the body.
🐁 Tail (Peach)
MR, 6 sc
sc around (6) for 30–34 rounds
Lightly stuff or leave unstuffed for natural curl.
FO and sew low on the back.
❤️ Heart Appliqué (Peach)
Into MR:
ch 2, 3 dc, 3 tr, 1 dc,
3 tr, 3 dc, ch 2, sl st
Pull MR gently to form point.
FO and sew centered on the shirt.
🧵 Assembly
- Sew head to body securely
- Attach ears, then bow
- Sew arms just below the neckline
- Attach tail at lower back
- Insert whiskers and finish facial embroidery
✨ Finishing Touches
- Shape ears and skirt with fingers
- Ensure feet sit flat for standing
- Gently massage stuffing for smooth curves
- Weave in all ends neatly
Enjoy your cuddly, heart-melting mouse! If you make her, I’d love to see your color combinations and tweaks. Happy crocheting! 🧶💕
Bellisímo… Me encantó…Muchas gracias❤️❤️❤️👍 Saludos desde San José Costa Rica 🇨🇷