Step into a world of whimsy with the Amigurumi Troll, a quirky crochet companion full of personality and charm! 🧶✨ With its wild hair, stubby limbs, and mischievous grin, this little troll is perfect for fantasy lovers, playful décor, or anyone who enjoys crafting magical creatures. Whether you’re stitching up a forest-dwelling friend or adding a touch of folklore to your amigurumi collection, this pattern is sure to spark smiles and storytelling.
Ideal for crocheters who love imaginative designs and expressive details, this pattern invites you to play with bold colors, textured yarns, and fun accessories like tiny satchels or leafy crowns. Make one troll or a whole tribe—each with its own unique flair! The Amigurumi Troll is a delightful way to stitch up enchantment, one mischievous loop at a time! 🌿🧵
🧶 Amigurumi Troll Doll Crochet Pattern
This whimsical troll doll, with its oversized ears, button nose, and iconic spiky hair, is a delightful mix of nostalgia and handmade charm. The pattern is beginner-friendly, with simple shaping and fun hair styling that really brings the troll’s personality to life.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – basic stitches, shaping, and simple assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 20–22 cm (8–9 in) tall when using worsted weight yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.
✂️ Materials
- Worsted weight yarn in:
- Beige/pink (skin tone – body, limbs, ears, nose)
- Reddish brown (hair)
- Crochet hook: 3.0 mm
- 10–12 mm safety eyes
- Polyester stuffing
- Yarn needle & stitch marker
- Scissors
- Black embroidery floss (for mouth & brows)
- Optional: Felt/fabric strips or brushed yarn for fuller spiky hair
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR = Magic Ring
sc = single crochet
inc = increase (2 sc in same st)
dec = decrease (sc two stitches together)
sl st = slip stitch
ch = chain
st(s) = stitch(es)
FO = fasten off
🧠 Pattern Instructions
Head (skin tone)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
- (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) × 6 (36)
7–15. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
- (sc, dec) × 6 (12)
- dec × 6 (6)
FO, weave in. Stuff firmly.
📌 Place safety eyes between R9–10, approx. 7 sts apart.
Nose (skin tone – bulbous)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
- sc around (12)
FO, leave long tail. Sew between the eyes.
Ears (make 2 – larger & flat)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- (sc, inc) × 3 (9)
- (2 sc, inc) × 3 (12)
4–5. sc around (12)
Flatten. FO, sew to sides of head.
Body (skin tone – shorter & round)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
- (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
6–9. sc around (30) ← rounder belly - (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
12–13. sc around (18)
FO, stuff and sew to head.
Arms (make 2 – stubby)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
3–6. sc around (12) - (2 sc, dec) × 3 (9)
8–9. sc around (9)
FO, stuff lightly, sew to body.
Legs (make 2 – round & stubby)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
- (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
4–5. sc around (18) - (2 sc, dec) × 4, sc 2 (14)
- (2 sc, dec) × 3, sc 2 (11)
8–9. sc around (11)
FO, stuff firmly, sew to bottom of body.
Hair Cap (reddish brown)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc × 6 (12)
- (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
6–10. sc around (30)
FO, sew to head.
Hair Tufts (spiky style)
- Cut 20–30 strands of yarn, each 12–15 cm long.
- Fold and latch-hook onto the stitches of the hair cap.
- Group them into thick tufts and tie upwards.
- Optional: Use felt or brushed yarn strips for fuller texture.
- Trim tips to create an uneven, troll-like spiky style.
Face Embroidery
- With black embroidery floss:
- Stitch a wide curved smile below the nose.
- Add short eyebrows above the eyes.
🪡 Finishing Touches
- Sew head to body securely.
- Attach arms and legs evenly.
- Fluff and adjust hair until spikes fan outward.
- Optional: Add accessories like a flower crown or small crochet outfit.
And there you have it – your very own Amigurumi Troll Doll, full of mischief and charm! With its oversized ears, round nose, and wild spiky hair, this little troll is guaranteed to bring a smile to anyone who sees it. Whether you make it as a nostalgic keepsake, a playful gift, or just for fun, this troll will be a magical addition to your crochet collection. ✨
