Get ready to unravel some mystery with this Amigurumi Velma Dinkley crochet pattern! Inspired by the brainy sleuth from Scooby-Doo, this adorable doll captures Velma’s iconic orange sweater, pleated skirt, and signature glasses in soft, squishy stitches. Whether you’re crafting for a fan of the classic cartoon, adding to your mystery-solving crew, or just love turning pop culture icons into cuddly companions, this pattern brings a touch of animated charm to your yarn stash. 🧶🔍🧡
Designed for personality and flair, this pattern invites you to play with bold colors, expressive features, and fun extras like a magnifying glass, a tiny book, or even a speech bubble that says “Jinkies!” Customize her look to match your favorite Velma moment or pair her with the rest of the gang for a full amigurumi adventure. Whether she’s perched on a shelf or gifted to a fellow fan, this Velma Dinkley Amigurumi is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for bringing a dose of handmade mystery to every stitch! 💖✨📚
🧶 Amigurumi Velma Dinkley Crochet Pattern
Bring the mystery-solving genius to life with this adorable amigurumi Velma! Complete with her orange turtleneck, red pleated skirt, signature glasses, and clue book, she’s ready to crack any case—stitch by stitch.
✂️ Skill Level
Intermediate – Requires knowledge of basic amigurumi techniques, color changes, working in rows and rounds, and simple shaping.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 26–30 cm (10–12 in) tall using DK weight yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
🧵 Materials
- DK weight yarn in:
- Beige (skin)
- Orange (sweater + socks)
- Dark red (skirt + shoes)
- Brown (hair)
- Black (glasses/shoe sole)
- White (pages of book)
- Maroon (book cover)
- Coral pink (lips)
- Small amount of light brown (nose)
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- Fiberfill stuffing
- 8 mm black safety eyes (or crochet circles)
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers
- Optional: pipe cleaner for arms or spine
🧶 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- sc – Single Crochet
- inc – Increase
- dec – Decrease
- ch – Chain
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- BLO – Back Loop Only
- FLO – Front Loop Only
- st(s) – Stitch(es)
- R – Round/Row
🧍♀️ Pattern Instructions
👩 Head
With beige yarn:
R1. MR, 6 sc (6)
R2. inc × 6 (12)
R3. (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
R4. (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
R5. (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
R6. (4 sc, inc) × 6 (36)
R7–14. sc around (36)
R15. (4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
R16. (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
Insert safety eyes between R10–11, 6 sts apart.
Embroider nose between and slightly below eyes (use light brown).
R17. (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
R18. (sc, dec) × 6 (12)
Stuff firmly.
R19. dec × 6 (6)
Fasten off and close hole.
🧑🦱 Hair Cap
With brown yarn:
R1. MR, 6 sc
R2. inc × 6 (12)
R3. (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
R4. (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
R5. (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
R6. (4 sc, inc) × 6 (36)
R7–13. sc (36)
Fasten off and sew to head.
Hair Strands:
Cut multiple 25 cm strands. Loop attach each across scalp in layers. For Velma’s bangs, sew forward-facing strands in front.
🥽 Glasses (Make 2 circles and 1 bridge)
With black yarn:
Circle (x2):
Ch 15, sl st to form ring.
R1. 20 sc into ring.
Bridge: ch 8, sl st across.
Sew the rings around eyes and attach the bridge in center.
Side Arms:
Ch 10 in orange, sew to sides of glasses.
🧍 Body
With orange yarn:
R1. MR, 6 sc
R2. inc × 6 (12)
R3. (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
R4. (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
R5–8. sc (24)
Switch to beige (neck):
R9–11. sc (24)
Fasten off. Stuff.
👕 Sweater Collar
Attach orange yarn at neckline and crochet FLO around:
R1. sc in each st around
R2. Repeat 1–2 rows for turtleneck thickness.
Fasten off.
🦵 Legs (Make 2)
With white yarn:
R1. MR, 6 sc
R2. inc × 6 (12)
R3–4. sc (12)
Switch to orange:
R5–10. sc (12)
Switch to beige:
R11–18. sc (12)
Stuff and fasten off. Sew legs together side-by-side.
👞 Shoes (Make 2)
With black yarn:
R1. MR, 6 sc
R2. inc × 6 (12)
R3. (sc, inc) × 6 (18)
R4. sc (BLO)
Switch to dark red:
R5–7. sc
Add strap: ch 6, sl st to opposite side.
Stuff lightly and sew to bottom of legs.
👚 Arms (Make 2)
With beige yarn:
R1. MR, 6 sc
R2. (sc, inc) × 3 (9)
R3–5. sc
Switch to orange:
R6–11. sc
Stuff lightly, sew to body sides.
👗 Skirt
With dark red yarn:
Attach yarn to waistline:
Ch 2, dc around (use BLO if you added a row in FLO earlier)
Next row: alternate front/back post dc for ribbed look.
Repeat until desired length. Fasten off.
📖 Clue Book (Optional)
Cover (maroon):
Ch 6, sc in 5 × 6 rows.
Pages (white):
Same size as cover.
Sew together. Embroider “CLUES” on one side.
🧩 Assembly
- Sew head to body.
- Sew arms, legs, and shoes.
- Attach hair, glasses, and clue book to hands.
- Embroider smile with coral yarn and add the tiny crocheted nose between eyes.
🌟 You’re Done!
Velma is ready for your next mystery adventure! Keep her standing in your favorite reading corner or gift her to a fellow Scooby-Doo fan. Jinkies, that was fun!
