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Amigurumi The Shepherd Joseph – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi The Shepherd Joseph – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Welcome to the heartwarming and timeless world of amigurumi! 🐑✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for Amigurumi The Shepherd Joseph—a meaningful and beautifully crafted creation perfect for nativity scenes, holiday décor, or anyone who enjoys bringing biblical figures to life through crochet! 🧶 Whether you love stitching up historical characters, experimenting with textured robes, or simply want to add a shepherd to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a thoughtfully sculpted plush with gentle features, flowing garments, and a touch of spiritual charm! 🌟

This design embraces earthy tones, soft shaping, and intricate details to bring a peaceful and reverent presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi The Shepherd Joseph turns out just right—ready to complete your nativity collection or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out warm browns, soft creams, and gentle blues, and let’s stitch up a shepherd with grace and tradition! 🐑

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🧔 Amigurumi Shepherd Joseph – Free Crochet Pattern

Bring your nativity set to life with this classic depiction of Joseph, complete with robe, hooded cloak, beard, and shepherd’s crook.

🧶 Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced (includes color changes, shaping, and garment layering)

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 28–30 cm (11–12 inches) tall

✂️ Materials

  • Yarn (Worsted weight) in:

    • Beige (skin)

    • Brown (hair, beard)

    • Burgundy (robe)

    • Gold/mustard (cloak)

    • Light blue (sleeves)

    • Black (shoes)

  • 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm hook

  • Tapestry needle

  • Safety eyes (8–10 mm)

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Wooden stick for staff (optional)

  • Stitch marker

  • Pipe cleaner or wire (optional for poseability)

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR = Magic ring

  • sc = single crochet

  • inc = increase (2 sc in same st)

  • dec = decrease

  • ch = chain

  • sl st = slip stitch

  • BLO = back loop only

  • FO = fasten off

🧔 Head

With beige yarn:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    7–14. sc around (36)

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    Place safety eyes between Rnds 9–10, about 6 sts apart.

  10. (sc, dec) x6 (12)

  11. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close.

🧥 Body / Robe (Burgundy)

Start at base:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)

  7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
    8–28. sc around (42)

  8. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)

  9. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  10. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    32–35. sc around (24)
    FO and sew to head. Stuff firmly.

👞 Feet (Make 2 – Black)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–5. sc around (12)

  3. (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
    7–9. sc around (9)
    FO and sew to base of body.

💪 Arms (Make 2 – Beige, Blue, and Burgundy)

Hand (beige):

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. sc around

  4. (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)

Change to blue:

5–6. sc around (9)

Change to burgundy:

7–13. sc around (9)
FO, stuff lightly, sew to sides of body

👨 Hair and Beard (Brown)

Hair cap:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–10. sc around (30)
    FO and sew to head

Beard:

  • Cut 10–15 cm strands

  • Attach with latch hook to face

  • Trim and style

  • For mustache: ch 7, sc across, sew under nose

Eyebrows:

  • Embroider with dark brown yarn

🧥 Cloak with Hood (Gold/Mustard)

Back panel:

  1. Ch 26
    2–40. sc across (25)
    FO

Hood:

  1. Ch 16
    2–12. sc across (15)
    Fold in half and sew back seam
    Sew hood to back panel

Assembly:

  • Attach cloak to shoulders and sides

  • Let it remain open in the front

🪵 Shepherd’s Staff

  • Use a wooden hook or paint a dowel

  • Optional: wrap with brown yarn

  • Sew to hand or glue for stability

✨ Optional Finishing

  • Add belt: ch 50 with mustard yarn, tie around robe

  • Use embroidery for subtle facial features (nose lines, brows)

  • Add lining or edging to cloak for contrast

🎉 Done!

Your Amigurumi Shepherd Joseph is now ready to guide the flock. Perfect for a nativity scene, storytelling set, or seasonal display.


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