Creating beloved characters in yarn form is a delightful way to blend storytelling with craftsmanship. This charming crochet amigurumi of Princess Fiona, inspired by her iconic look from the Shrek movies, showcases a beautifully detailed design—from her bright green skin to her forest green gown and red flowing hair. Made with meticulous stitching and thoughtful color choices, this doll captures Fiona’s essence with warmth and creativity.
Amigurumi Inspiration: A Fairytale in Yarn
This handmade Princess Fiona doll brings a touch of magic and nostalgia to any collection. Designed with large expressive eyes, elfin ears, and a full gown, it embodies both the toughness and tenderness of the character. Whether displayed as a collector’s item or gifted to a fan, this piece blends technique and heart in every stitch.
Whether you’re an amigurumi enthusiast or a Shrek fan, this Princess Fiona crochet creation is a whimsical tribute to a strong, beloved character. It reminds us that beauty and bravery come in all shapes—and stitches.
Pattern Here
Princess Fiona Inspired Amigurumi – Crochet Pattern (Advanced)
Final Size: approx. 26 cm (10 in) tall
Yarn Used:
- Green: Light worsted weight yarn (for skin)
- Dark Green: Light worsted weight yarn (for dress)
- Brown: Light worsted weight yarn (for belt, shoes)
- Red: Worsted weight yarn (for hair – used brushed yarn or style with fuzzed acrylic)
- Black/White Yarn (for embroidery if not using safety eyes)
Hook Size: 2.5 mm
Other Materials:
- 10 mm safety eyes
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Hot glue (optional, for hair and belt)
Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – decrease (sc 2 together)
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
BLO – back loop only
FO – fasten off
HEAD & NECK – in Green
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7-13. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (sc, dec) x6 (12)
- sc around (12) – neck
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
FO, leave long tail for sewing
BODY – in Dark Green
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7-15. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- sc around (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- sc around (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- sc around (18)
Stuff and FO.
ARMS (Make 2) – Start in Green
- MR, 6 sc
- (sc, inc) x3 (9)
3-7. sc around (9) - Change to dark green (dress sleeve), sc around (9)
9-15. sc around (9)
Flatten and sc across to close. Leave a long tail to sew.
LEGS (Make 2) – in Green with Brown Boots
- Start in brown: MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- BLO, sc around (12)
- Change to green, sc around (12)
5-12. sc around (12)
Stuff, leave tail for sewing
EARS (Make 2) – in Green
- MR, 4 sc
- (sc, inc) x2 (6)
- sc around (6)
Flatten, FO leaving tail to sew.
NOSE – in Green
- MR, 5 sc
2-3. sc around (5)
FO, sew to center of face.
EYES
Insert safety eyes between rounds 8–9 of head, approx. 6 stitches apart.
(Use black yarn for eyebrows.)
HAIR – in Red
- Use brushed acrylic yarn for hair or cut long strands and loop through head using a latch-hook style.
- Tie into two side ponytails and trim evenly.
DRESS COLLAR – in Light Green
Attach yarn at neck edge.
- Ch 1, sc around neckline, sl st to join.
- sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc pattern to create rounded collar look. FO.
BELT – in Brown
- Ch approx. 45
- sc in each ch, FO
- Wrap around waist and tie/knot/glue in place
ASSEMBLY
- Sew head to body
- Attach arms to sides just below neck
- Sew on legs evenly spaced
- Attach ears to side of head
- Sew on nose
- Glue/safe stitch belt in place
- Style hair and secure
