Bring the iconic charm of Hello Kitty to life with this delightful amigurumi crochet pattern! Perfect for fans of all ages, this little Hello Kitty doll, sporting her adorable blue overalls and signature red bow, makes a wonderful gift or a charming addition to your collection. Dive into the world of amigurumi and create your very own cuddly companion.
Craft a Timeless Keepsake: Your Handmade Hello Kitty
There’s something incredibly special about a handmade item, and this Hello Kitty amigurumi is no exception. Creating this beloved character with your own hands adds a personal touch, making it a cherished keepsake for children and adults alike. It’s a rewarding project that combines the joy of crafting with the timeless appeal of Hello Kitty.
Crochet Pattern: Cute Hello Kitty Amigurumi Pattern: Crochet Your Own Adorable Overalls Friend
Materials
White DK or worsted weight yarn
Red DK or worsted weight yarn
Blue DK or worsted weight yarn
Yellow DK or worsted weight yarn
Black embroidery floss (for whiskers)
2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook
6mm safety eyes (or size appropriate for yarn/doll)
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
Scissors
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: decrease (sc two stitches together)
sl st: slip stitch
BLO: back loop only
FO: fasten off
(): repeat instructions in parentheses
[]: total number of stitches at the end of the round
Instructions
Head and Body (Start with White Yarn)
Round 1: MR, 6 sc [6]
Round 2: 6 inc [12]
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 [18]
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 [24]
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]
Round 6-10: sc in each stitch around (5 rounds) [30]
Round 11: (3 sc, dec) x 6 [24]
Round 12: (2 sc, dec) x 6 [18]
Insert safety eyes between Round 8 and 9, about 6-7 stitches apart. Begin stuffing the head firmly.
Round 13: (1 sc, dec) x 6 [12]
Round 14: 12 sc (neck, continue stuffing) [12]
Switch to Yellow Yarn
Round 15: (1 sc, inc) x 6 [18]
Round 16: (2 sc, inc) x 6 [24]
Round 17-18: sc in each stitch around (2 rounds) [24]
Switch to Blue Yarn
Round 19: sc in each stitch around [24]
Round 20: (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]
Round 21-23: sc in each stitch around (3 rounds) [30]
Continue stuffing the body firmly.
Leg 1 (Blue Yarn)
Round 1: Sc in the first 15 stitches of Round 23. Join with sl st to first sc to form a round. [15]
Round 2-4: sc in each stitch around (3 rounds) [15]
Round 5: (3 sc, dec) x 3 [12]
Sl st to next stitch, FO, weave in tail. Stuff leg firmly.
Leg 2 (Blue Yarn)
Round 1: Join blue yarn to the first skipped stitch from Round 23. Sc 15 around. Join with sl st to first sc to form a round. [15]
Round 2-4: sc in each stitch around (3 rounds) [15]
Round 5: (3 sc, dec) x 3 [12]
Sl st to next stitch, FO, weave in tail. Stuff leg firmly.
Ears (Make 2, White Yarn)
Round 1: MR, 4 sc [4]
Round 2: (1 sc, inc) x 2 [6]
Round 3: (2 sc, inc) x 2 [8]
Round 4: (3 sc, inc) x 2 [10]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Flatten the ear and sew to the top of the head, between Rounds 3 and 6, about 8-9 stitches apart.
Arms (Make 2, Start with Yellow Yarn)
Round 1: MR, 6 sc [6]
Round 2-3: sc in each stitch around (2 rounds) [6]
Switch to White Yarn
Round 4-6: sc in each stitch around (3 rounds) [6]
Stuff lightly. Sl st to next stitch, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Sew arms to the sides of the body, just below the yellow shirt section.
Feet (Make 2, Start with Blue Yarn)
Round 1: MR, 6 sc [6]
Round 2: 6 inc [12]
Round 3-4: sc in each stitch around (2 rounds) [12]
Switch to White Yarn
Round 5: sc in each stitch around [12]
Round 6: 6 dec [6]
Stuff lightly. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Cinch the opening closed and sew to the bottom of the legs.
Bow (Red Yarn)
Row 1: Ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across [5]
Row 2-5: Ch 1, turn, sc across [5]
FO, leaving a long tail. Pinch the center of the rectangle and wrap the tail around it several times to create the bow shape. Secure.
Sew the bow to the left ear.
Overalls Straps (Blue Yarn)
Ch 15. FO. (Make 2 straps)
Sew one end of each strap to the back of the overalls (around Round 22). Cross them over and sew the other ends to the front of the overalls, near the top edge (around Round 20-21).
Finishing Touches:
With yellow yarn and a tapestry needle, embroider a small oval for the nose/snout between the eyes.
With black embroidery floss, embroider three whiskers on each side of the face.
With white yarn or embroidery floss, embroider two small circles for buttons on the front of the blue overalls.
