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Crocheting a doll is one of the most rewarding amigurumi projects: you shape the body, style the hair, stitch the face and then dress your doll piece by piece. This first collection brings together five charming PDF doll patterns, from a beginner-friendly frog hat doll to detailed outfits with raincoats, hats and tiny accessories. Pick the one that matches your skill level and your favorite yarn colors. New to dolls? Read my guide on how to make an amigurumi doll first.
Photos are illustrations of each design. The finished toy can differ slightly in colors and details, so check the product page for the exact item before you buy.
Pattern details in each card come from the product pages as of October 2026. Sizes, languages and prices can change, so check the product page before you buy.
1. Lamb Hat Doll
A doll about 22-23 cm (9 in) tall in a cream lamb-ear hat with floppy ears, a soft cardigan, a flowered top, a skirt and little shoes, plus wavy yarn hair and an embroidered face. The pattern includes every piece of the outfit, so it is a lovely intermediate project for anyone who enjoys dressing handmade dolls. Keep your stitches tight and stuff firmly so the clothes sit neatly.
- Finished size: About 9 in (22-23 cm).
- Includes: The doll plus a lamb hat with floppy ears, cardigan, skirt, shirt and shoes, with hair styling and an embroidered face.
- In the PDF: Step-by-step instructions with many process photos.
- Before you buy: Check the product page for the skill level and materials list.
A full outfit makes this a longer project, but the pieces are separate, so you can finish the doll and add clothes one at a time. The lamb hat is what makes her recognizable, so a soft cream or white yarn suits it.
2. Raincoat Doll
A cozy autumn doll about 22-23 cm (9 in) tall in a bright yellow hooded raincoat and dark green rain boots, with a tiny red balloon and a little crochet boat. The 40-page PDF has more than 50 step-by-step photos, which helps with the small details. An intermediate project that is perfect for slow, rainy-day crocheting.
- Finished size: About 9 in (22-23 cm).
- In the PDF: 40 pages with 50+ step-by-step photos, in English with US terms.
- Includes: Doll Auri, a yellow raincoat with hood, dark green rain boots, a small red balloon and a little crochet boat, plus face embroidery, hair and assembly instructions.
The balloon and boat are small extras that make a nice display scene on a shelf or window sill. Because the doll is made in several parts, work through the PDF in order and attach the clothes last.
3. Frog Hat Doll
A playful doll about 22-23 cm (9 in) tall in a green frog hat with big round eyes, cute overalls and long braids. It is written for confident beginners, so if you know the magic ring, single crochet, increases and decreases you are ready to start. A quick handmade gift in cheerful spring greens.
- Finished size: About 9 in (22-23 cm).
- Level: Beginner friendly. The listing expects you to know the magic ring, single crochet, increases and decreases.
- Includes: Doll Auri in a frog hat and overalls, with a full materials list inside the pattern.
- Materials: Cotton yarn, a hook, fiberfill, safety eyes or embroidery thread, buttons and a sewing needle.
Of the dolls in this collection, this is the one the designer calls beginner friendly. The shapes are round and the outfit is simple, so it is a good first doll. If it is for a young child, use embroidery thread for the eyes.
4. Festive Party Doll
A cheerful doll about 22-23 cm (9 in) tall with a whimsical white and red hat, a ruffled collar, a pompom-button dress and a tiny red balloon. The 42-page PDF comes with more than 50 photos and suits intermediate crocheters who like playful character details. Pick bright, similar-weight yarns so the little pieces match.
- Finished size: 9 in doll.
- In the PDF: 42-page crochet masterclass with 50+ photos, a materials and tools list and crochet abbreviations.
- Includes: Festive outfit, a whimsical character hat, decorative costume details and a tiny red balloon.
This is a digital pattern, not a finished doll, and the product page says so clearly. The colorful outfit is a good way to use small amounts of bright yarn. Allow extra time for the outfit and hat, which are separate from the doll itself.
5. Hijab Doll
A modest, elegant doll about 8-10 in tall in a soft headscarf and a long dress with a peplum waist. The English PDF walks you through the body, the robe, the hijab, the shoes and the accessories step by step. Choose soft neutral yarns for a calm, timeless look, and use safety eyes for a neat finish.
- Level: Intermediate.
- Size: About 8-10 in tall with the recommended yarn and hook. It varies with your materials.
- Includes: Doll body, robe, hijab, shoes and accessories, with pictures for each part.
- Format: PDF in English, delivered as a digital download.
The pattern is made piece by piece, with photos for each part, which helps with the clothing. Neutral colors such as cream, beige and soft brown suit the design, and the hijab can be made in any shade. Read the materials list on the product page before you buy yarn.
Tips for Crocheting Your Dolls
- New to dolls? Start with the frog hat doll. It is written for beginners and teaches the basics of shaping a body and a hat.
- Use a small hook and tight stitches. A hook smaller than the yarn label suggests keeps the stuffing from showing and gives a firm, neat doll.
- Keep your yarns the same weight. Body, hair and clothes should match in thickness so the outfit fits properly.
- Stuff the limbs lightly and the head firmly. The doll stands and sits better, and the clothes hang more naturally.
- Add the face and hair last. Pin the eyes and hair in place and check the look before you sew or embroider them.
Happy crocheting, and enjoy dressing your new little dolls! 🧶