Step into the enchanted world of fantasy with the Amigurumi Tauriel Elf, a graceful and courageous crochet creation inspired by one of the woodland realm’s fiercest heroines! 🧝♀️🧶 With her flowing hair, pointed ears, and elegant outfit, Tauriel brings a touch of elven magic to your handmade collection. Whether displayed among other fantasy figures or gifted to a fellow fan of epic adventures, she’s sure to inspire tales of bravery and beauty.
Perfect for crocheters who love character-driven designs and intricate details, this pattern invites you to explore texture, color, and storytelling through stitches. Add a tiny bow and quiver, customize her cloak, or pair her with other mythical companions for a legendary display. The Amigurumi Tauriel Elf is a joyful way to stitch up strength, elegance, and a sprinkle of handmade fantasy magic—one loop at a time! 🧵🌿✨
🧝 Amigurumi Tauriel Elf Crochet Pattern
Step into the enchanted forest with this detailed Tauriel-inspired amigurumi elf! 🌿✨
Her soft burgundy hair with a natural center part, long pointed ears, and layered leaf-edged tunic capture the charm of woodland magic. This version has been carefully refined for total photo accuracy — including realistic hair coverage, proper dress shape, and proportional ears.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – involves shaping, hair-strand attachment, and layered dress detailing.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 7–8 inches (18–20 cm) tall using DK yarn and a 2.5 mm crochet hook.
🧶 Materials
DK yarn in:
– Skin tone – head, arms, legs
– Burgundy – hair
– Leaf green – tunic & boots
2.5 mm crochet hook
6 mm safety eyes
Black embroidery thread – eyebrows & lashes
Peach yarn – nose
Polyfill stuffing
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker
Optional: blush or pastel for cheeks
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
hdc – Half Double Crochet
BLO – Back Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head
Round 1: MR 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Round 6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Rounds 7–14: sc around (36)
Insert 6 mm eyes between rounds 9–10, about 6 stitches apart.
Round 15: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Round 16: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Round 17: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Round 18: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Stuff firmly.
Round 19: dec ×6 (6)
FO and close.
Embroider thin curved eyebrows and small upward lashes. Add light blush on cheeks.
👃 Nose
With peach yarn:
MR 4 sc, sl st, FO.
Sew between eyes.
🧝 Ears (Make 2)
With skin-tone yarn:
ch 6.
sc in 2nd ch, hdc in next, dc in next, hdc in next, sc in last.
Turn, ch 1, sl st across back edge to sharpen the tip.
FO and sew at eye level, angled slightly upward.
💇 Hair – Center Part with Strands
Base Cap (Burgundy):
Round 1: MR 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Round 6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Rounds 7–9: sc around (36)
FO and sew to head, positioning front edge one row above eyes.
Hair Strands:
Cut 60–80 strands of burgundy yarn (≈5–6 in / 13–15 cm long).
Use latch-hook or loop method to attach along a front-to-back center part, filling both sides down to ear level.
Trim evenly to jaw length.
🪄 Tip: 60–80 strands provide full coverage; adjust slightly based on yarn thickness.
🧍 Body
With skin tone:
Round 1: MR 6 sc (6)
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rounds 4–6: sc around (18)
Switch to green.
Rounds 7–18: sc around (18) for full tunic length.
Round 19: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24) to create slight flare.
Round 20: sc around (24)
FO and stuff.
🍃 Leaf Tunic Edges
Neckline Collar:
Attach green yarn around Round 6 (neck area).
(ch 4, sl st in same st, skip 1 st, sl st next) repeat around.
Dress Hem:
Attach green yarn around bottom edge.
(ch 6, sl st in same st, skip 1 st, sl st next) repeat around.
🪴 Note: “skip 1 st” spacing provides balanced leaf distribution; adjust slightly for tension if needed.
🙌 Arms (Make 2)
Round 1: MR 6 sc (6)
Rounds 2–8: sc around (6)
Stuff lightly.
Flatten and sl st to close.
FO and sew just below collar.
🦵 Legs (Make 2)
Round 1: MR 6 sc (6)
Round 2: (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
Rounds 3–6: sc around (9)
Switch to green for boots.
Rounds 7–12: sc around (9)
Stuff and FO.
Sew legs to bottom of body with slight outward tilt.
👢 Boot Cuffs
Attach green yarn at top of each boot.
(ch 3, sl st next st) repeat around to form tall pointed leaf-like cuffs.
🧷 Assembly
Sew head securely to body.
Attach arms slightly forward-facing.
Check ear symmetry.
Add hair strands evenly, parting at center.
Trim and shape as in photo.
Gently flare skirt edges with your fingers.
✅ Accuracy Highlights
✔ Center-parted hair with 60–80 strands covering top and sides.
✔ Leafy collar and leaf hem on tunic.
✔ Extended green dress (12+ rounds) covering legs.
✔ A-line skirt shaping with increases at bottom.
✔ Large, pointed ears for authentic elf look.
✔ Tall boot cuffs and proper body proportions.
🌿 Final Thoughts
Your Tauriel Elf is now truly forest-perfect — with lush leaf details, softly parted hair, and a gentle woodland charm. She’s ready to stand among your fairies and fantasy dolls or to bring magic to your handmade gift list.
✨ Crochet her once, and you’ll feel the forest whisper!
