Dive into an enchanting world with this delightful Little Mermaid Amigurumi pattern! Perfect for fans of underwater magic, this crochet doll captures the charm of a beloved princess. With detailed instructions, you can craft your very own handmade mermaid companion, ideal for playtime or as a whimsical decoration.
Bring Ocean Magic to Life with a Handmade Crochet Mermaid!
There’s nothing quite like the joy of creating a cherished character with your own hands. This crochet mermaid doll makes a wonderful gift for children or a unique addition to any collector’s shelf. Customize her colors, or stick to the classic look, and delight in the magic of bringing this iconic princess to life stitch by stitch.
Crochet Pattern: Adorable Little Mermaid Amigurumi Pattern: Crochet Your Own Princess Doll!
Materials
Worsted weight yarn in Beige (skin tone), Red (hair), Green (mermaid tail), Purple (bikini top), Black (for eyes and embroidery)
2.5mm crochet hook
6mm safety eyes
Fiberfill stuffing
Yarn needle
Stitch markers
Scissors
Optional: Pink blush for cheeks
Abbreviations
MR – Magic Ring
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st – slip stitch
FO – Fasten off
st(s) – stitch(es)
() – repeat instructions in parentheses
[] – total number of stitches in round
Instructions
General Notes: Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round.
Head and Body (Start with Beige Yarn)
Head:
R1: MR, 6 sc [6]
R2: (inc) x6 [12]
R3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
R6-R12: sc around (7 rounds) [30]
Insert safety eyes between R9 and R10, 6-7 stitches apart. Embroider eyebrows above eyes and a small V-shape for the mouth between R7 and R8. Lightly blush cheeks.
R13: (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
R14: (2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
Start stuffing the head firmly.
R15: (sc, dec) x6 [12]
Neck:
R16: sc around [12]
Body (Continue with Green Yarn):
R17: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
R18: (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
R19-R22: sc around (4 rounds) [24]
Continue stuffing firmly as you go.
R23: (2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
R24: (sc, dec) x6 [12]
R25: (2 sc, dec) x3 [9]
R26-R32: sc around (7 rounds) [9]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Close the opening and weave in ends.
Arms (Make 2 – Beige Yarn)
R1: MR, 6 sc [6]
R2-R10: sc around (9 rounds) [6]
Lightly stuff the hand part. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff the rest of the arm.
Hair Cap (Red Yarn)
R1: MR, 6 sc [6]
R2: (inc) x6 [12]
R3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
R6: (4 sc, inc) x6 [36]
Sl st to first sc. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Hair Curls (Red Yarn – Make approximately 25-30)
ch 25. Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, (sc, 2sc in next st) repeat to end of chain.
Alternatively, for tighter curls: ch 25. Starting in 3rd ch from hook, work 2 dc in each chain back down the chain.
Leave a tail for sewing each curl.
Bikini Top (Purple Yarn – Make 2 Cups)
R1: MR, 4 sc [4]
R2: (sc, inc) x2 [6]
R3: (2 sc, inc) x2 [8]
R4: (3 sc, inc) x2 [10]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Tail Fins (Make 2 – Green Yarn)
R1: Ch 6. Start in 2nd ch from hook, 5 sc [5]
R2: ch 1, turn. inc, 3 sc, inc [7]
R3: ch 1, turn. sc around [7]
R4: ch 1, turn. inc, 5 sc, inc [9]
R5-R6: ch 1, turn. sc around [9]
R7: ch 1, turn. dec, 5 sc, dec [7]
R8: ch 1, turn. sc around [7]
R9: ch 1, turn. dec, 3 sc, dec [5]
FO, leaving a tail for sewing.
Assembly
1. Hair: Sew the Hair Cap to the top of the head. Attach the individual Hair Curls around the edge of the cap and in concentric circles until the head is covered with hair, giving it volume.
2. Arms: Sew the arms to the sides of the body, just below the neck.
3. Bikini Top: Position the two bikini cups on the front of the body and sew them securely in place.
4. Tail Fins: Sew the two tail fins together along one edge to form a complete fin. Attach this fin to the end of the mermaid’s tail.
