Embrace your mischievous side with this adorable Kuromi Amigurumi crochet pattern! This detailed guide will help you craft your very own charming Kuromi doll, complete with her signature black and purple witch hat, pink skull, and cute bow. Perfect for Sanrio fans and amigurumi enthusiasts, this project is designed to be a fun and rewarding experience, resulting in a cuddly companion or a fantastic gift.
Craft Your Own Rebellious Charm with Kuromi!
Creating your Kuromi amigurumi isn’t just about making a doll; it’s about bringing a beloved character to life with your own hands. Imagine the joy of holding this spooky-sweet companion, whether it’s for display, playtime, or as a handmade gift for a fellow Sanrio lover. This pattern provides clear, step-by-step instructions to ensure a delightful crafting journey from start to finish.
(X): Number of stitches at the end of the round/row
Instructions
General Notes: Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds. Stuff firmly as you go, especially for the head and body.
Head (White & Black)
With White yarn:
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: 6 inc (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5-R8: 24 sc (4 rounds)
Switch to Black yarn:
R9: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
R10-R15: 30 sc (6 rounds)
Place safety eyes between R6 and R7 on the white part of the head, approximately 6-7 stitches apart. Embroider a small black nose and mouth. Embroider pink blush under the eyes.
R16: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
R17: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
R18: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
R19: 6 dec (6)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff firmly.
Body (Black)
With Black yarn:
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: 6 inc (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5-R10: 24 sc (6 rounds)
R11: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
R12: 18 sc
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff firmly.
Arms (Make 2 – White & Black)
With White yarn:
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2-R3: 6 sc (2 rounds)
Switch to Black yarn:
R4-R8: 6 sc (5 rounds)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly.
Legs (Make 2 – White & Black)
With White yarn:
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: 6 inc (12)
R3: 12 sc in BLO (12)
R4: 12 sc
R5: (1 sc, dec) x 4 (8)
Switch to Black yarn:
R6-R10: 8 sc (5 rounds)
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff firmly.
Ears (Make 2 – Black)
With Black yarn:
R1: 4 sc in MR (4)
R2: (1 sc, inc) x 2 (6)
R3: (2 sc, inc) x 2 (8)
R4: (3 sc, inc) x 2 (10)
R5: 10 sc
Flatten the ear and sc across the opening to close (approx. 4-5 sc).
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Hat (Purple & Black)
With Light Purple yarn:
R1: 4 sc in MR (4)
R2: (1 sc, inc) x 2 (6)
Switch to Black yarn:
R3: (2 sc, inc) x 2 (8)
R4: (3 sc, inc) x 2 (10)
Switch to Light Purple yarn:
R5: (4 sc, inc) x 2 (12)
R6: (5 sc, inc) x 2 (14)
Switch to Black yarn:
R7: (6 sc, inc) x 2 (16)
R8: (7 sc, inc) x 2 (18)
Switch to Light Purple yarn:
R9: (8 sc, inc) x 2 (20)
R10: 20 sc
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Yellow Pom-Pom: Make a tiny pom-pom with yellow yarn or gather a few strands and secure to the tip of the hat.
Bow (Pink)
With Bright Pink yarn:
Ch 8.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Ch 1, turn. (7)
Rows 2-5: 7 sc. Ch 1, turn. (7)
FO, leaving a long tail. Pinch the center of the rectangle and wrap the tail around several times to create a bow shape. Secure and trim excess.
Skull Appliqué (Pink)
With Bright Pink yarn:
R1: Ch 4, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch. Ch 1, turn. (3)
R2: Sc 3. Ch 1, turn. (3)
R3: Sl st into first sc, ch 2, dc in same st. Dc in next st. Dc in last st, ch 2, sl st in same st. Sl st to secure.
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Using black thread, embroider two small eye holes and a nose hole onto the pink skull.
Small Pink Hearts/Circles (Appliqué for Body)
With Bright Pink yarn:
For small circles: 6 sc in MR. FO, leaving a tail for sewing. Make 2-3 as desired for the body.
(Alternatively, embroider small heart shapes directly onto the body.)
Assembly
1. Sew the Head to the Body, ensuring it is centered and secure.
2. Attach the Arms to the sides of the body, just below the neck seam.
3. Sew the Legs to the bottom of the body, spaced evenly apart.
4. Secure the Ears to the top/sides of the head, slightly angled upwards, using the long tails to sew them firmly in place.
5. Position and sew the Hat onto the top of the head, between the ears. Attach the yellow pom-pom to the tip of the hat.
6. Sew the Pink Bow onto one of the black ears.
7. Carefully sew the Pink Skull Appliqué onto the black part of the head, centered below the hat.
8. Sew the Small Pink Heart/Circle details onto the body as seen in the image.
