Dive into the villainous depths of Disney crochet! 🌊🐙 Today, I’m wicked excited to share my FREE crochet pattern for Amigurumi Ursula—the sassiest, most fabulous sea witch to ever wield a magic shell! Whether you love crafting Disney baddies, adore ocean-themed amigurumi, or just want a diva-worthy desk guardian, this pattern will help you stitch up your own tentacled temptress with all her iconic flair.
This design captures Ursula’s dramatic charm with curly white hair, bold purple skin, and those unforgettable swirling tentacles (stuffed with attitude!). You’ll get all the guidance you need to create her expressive face, wicked smirk, and signature tentacles—with options for posed or floppy styles. Add extra personality with tiny details like her shell necklace or a “poor unfortunate souls” contract, and use variegated yarn to give her that magical underwater glow.
So grab your darkest purples, channel your inner chaos, and let’s crochet a sea witch who’s never underdressed! ✨💋
🐙 Amigurumi Ursula the Sea Witch Crochet Pattern
Bring a splash of villainous charm to your handmade collection with this amigurumi version of Ursula, the iconic sea witch! With her swirling tentacles, shell-like hair curls, and a mischievous smile, this plush project is ideal for intermediate and advanced crocheters ready to take on shaping and detailing.
✨ Skill Level
Advanced Intermediate
Includes sculpted curls, fitted shaping, tentacle curl construction, facial embroidery, and detailed assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 30–32 cm (12–12.5 in) tall
Using DK/light worsted yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials & Yarn Requirements
DK / Light Worsted Yarn:
Pale Lavender (skin) – approx. 80 g
Black (dress & tentacles) – approx. 110 g
Light Gray (hair) – approx. 85 g
White (eyes) – 10 g
Purple (eyeshadow) – small amount
Red (lips) – small amount
Black embroidery thread – small amount
Polyester stuffing – approx. 180–200 g
Optional: thin craft wire (for tentacle tips only)
3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – invisible decrease
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
FLO – front loop only
FO – fasten off
Work in continuous rounds unless noted.
🧜♀️ Head (Lavender)
The head is softly rounded with a slightly elongated face.
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)
Round 7: (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
Rounds 8–17: sc around (42)
Round 18: (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
Round 19: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Round 20: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Round 21: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Round 22: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Stuff firmly, shaping evenly.
Round 23: dec ×6 (6)
FO and close.
👃 Nose
MR, 5 sc
Round 2: (1 sc, inc) ×2, sc (7)
Round 3: sc around
FO, lightly stuff and sew centered between eyes.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: sc around
Flatten slightly and sew level with eye placement.
👁 Eyes (Make 2 – White)
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Round 4: sc around
Round 5: sc around
Lightly stuff and sew close together, slightly angled upward.
Embroider large black oval pupils near inner corners.
Add purple eyelids and bold black lashes.
Embroider sharply arched brows.
Add red curved lips.
🦳 Hair Cap (Light Gray)
Round 1: MR, 6 sc
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)
Round 7: (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
Round 8: sc around (42)
FO with long tail.
🦳 Sculpted Hair Curls (Make 20–22)
The curls are thick tubes that curve naturally without ruffling.
Round 1: MR, 8 sc (8)
Rounds 2–18: sc around (8) for medium curls
Rounds 2–22: sc around (8) for longer crown curls
Rounds 2–14: sc around (8) for shorter side curls
Stuff firmly but allow slight flexibility.
Creating the Curl Shape
For the final 3 rounds of each strand:
Round A: (3 sc, dec) ×2 (6)
Rounds B–C: sc around (6)
Final round: work 6 tight sl st
FO, leave tail.
Gently bend the tube backward while shaping. The tapered end helps the curl lean naturally.
Arrange:
• Longest curls at crown
• Medium curls around upper head
• Shortest curls near sides
Sew densely to the cap so they sweep upward and backward in layered rows.
Attach completed cap securely to head.
🖤 Neck
MR, 6 sc
Rounds 2–3: sc around
FO lightly stuff.
Attach head so neck remains minimal and subtle.
🖤 Upper Body & Dress
Round 1: MR, 8 sc (8)
Round 2: inc ×8 (16)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) ×8 (24)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) ×8 (32)
Rounds 5–9: sc around (32)
Round 10: (6 sc, dec) ×4 (28)
Rounds 11–14: sc around (28)
Round 15: (4 sc, inc) ×5 (33)
Round 16: (5 sc, inc) ×5 (38)
Rounds 17–23: sc around (38)
Stuff firmly, shaping rounded hips.
💃 Bust Cups (Make 2)
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
Round 3: (2 sc, inc) ×3 (12)
Round 4: sc around
Lightly stuff and sew to create sweetheart neckline.
🐙 Tentacles (Make 8)
Attach to FLO of hip round (38 stitches total, evenly spaced).
Round 1: attach yarn, pick up 8 FLO stitches (8)
Rounds 2–18: sc around (8)
Rounds 19–22: (2 sc, dec) ×2 (6)
Rounds 23–26: sc around (6)
Stuff lightly, leaving last 2–3 cm unstuffed.
Creating Natural Curl
Round 27:
Work (2 sc in each stitch) around (12)
Round 28:
Work (2 sc in each stitch) again (24)
This doubling forces the fabric to curl inward smoothly.
Finish with tight sl st round.
FO and shape into soft spiral.
Optional: Insert thin wire in lower third before closing for poseable curl.
Repeat for all 8 tentacles and space evenly.
✋ Arms (Make 2 – Lavender)
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: (2 sc, dec) ×3 (9)
Rounds 4–22: sc around (9)
Stuff lightly, leave top soft.
Sew at upper torso, angled slightly downward.
🧩 Final Assembly
Attach neck to body.
Sew head securely.
Attach bust cups evenly.
Attach arms symmetrically.
Arrange tentacles evenly around base.
Shape curls upward and tentacles into balanced spirals.
🌊 Shaping Tips
• Keep tentacle stuffing light at tips for smooth curl
• Do not over-stuff hair curls — they must bend naturally
• Space tentacles evenly to maintain balance
• Position hair in layered upward rows for dramatic height
🖤 Finished Ursula the Sea Witch Doll
With sculpted upward gray curls, bold expression, fitted bodice, and evenly curling tentacles, this sea witch doll has a powerful and elegant presence. The structured hair tubes and dimensional tentacles create a striking silhouette that stands beautifully on display.
🧙🏻♀️ Ready to Rule the Deep
With her powerful presence and swirly tentacles, this Ursula amigurumi is a stunning tribute to the queen of the sea—perfect for storytelling shelves, fan art displays, or wicked handmade gifts! 🖤🐚
