Free Crochet Grinch Doll Amigurumi Pattern
Designer: Lucia Förthmann Crochet
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Crochet Doll Grinch Free Amigurumi Pattern by Lucia Förthmann Crochet (Ravelry) is a delightful Christmas project that brings the iconic holiday character to life in the softest, most charming way! This step-by-step, beginner-friendly pattern is perfect for anyone who wants to create a cheerful handmade Grinch doll that will instantly brighten up your festive décor. Using Schachenmayr Catania yarn in shades of light green, Signalrot/red, green, black, and white, along with a 2.0 mm crochet hook, a darning needle, and some fiberfill, you can easily follow along to make your own adorable Grinch plush from scratch.
Designed with love by Lucia Förthmann, this pattern combines simplicity and detail in the best possible way—making it a fun project for both new and experienced crocheters. Follow the detailed instructions carefully, and you’ll soon have a cuddly Grinch doll to treasure or gift. At the end of the pattern, you’ll also find a collection of wonderful amigurumi Grinch ideas to inspire your next crochet creation. A big thank-you to Lucia for sharing this festive crochet gem with the amigurumi community!
Materials
Hook size 2,0mm
Yarn: Schachenmayr Catania in light green and Signalrot/ red, greedn, black, white
Darning needle
Fiberfill
Abbreviations
sc- single crochet
ch- chain
MR- magic ring
Rnd- round
slst- slip stitch
inc- increase
dec- decrease
st- stitch
FLO- front loop only
hdc- half double crochet
AMIGURUMI GRINCH FREE PATTERN
Leg
Crocheting in spiral rounds. Stuff as you go
Rnd 1. With lightgreen sc 6 into a magic ring (6)
Rnd 2. (sc1, inc 1) x 3 (9)
Rnd 3. sc 9 (9)
Rnd 4. (sc2, inc 1) x 3 (12)
Rnd 5-8. sc 12 (12)
Cut the yarn and make a second leg. Don’t cut the yarn on the second leg but continue with the body:
Rnd 9. ch 2, continue to work into the first leg: inc 1, sc 10, inc 1, sc 2, into chains, continue to work into the second leg: inc 1, sc 10, inc 1, sc 2 into the opposite side of the chains (32)
Rnd 10-13. sc 32 (32)
Rnd 14. sc 6, dec 1, sc 14, dec 1, sc 8 (30)
Rnd 15. (sc 3, dec 1) x 6 (24)
Rnd 16. sc 24 (24)
Rnd 17. (sc 2, dec 1) x 6 (18)
Rnd 18. (sc 1, dec 1) x 6 (12)
Rnd 19. slst 12 (12)
Head
Rnd 20. FLO (inc 1) x 12 (24)
Rnd 21. (sc 1, inc 1) x 12 (36)
Rnd 22. (sc 5, inc 1) x 6 (42)
Rnd 23-25. sc 42 (42)
Rnd 26. sc 12, (dec 1) x 4, sc 8, (dec 1) x 4, sc 6 (34)
Rnd 27. sc 12, (dec 1) x 2, sc 8, (dec 1) x 2, sc 6 (30)
Rnd 28-31. sc 30 (30)
Rnd 32. (sc 3, dec 1) x 6 (24)
Rnd 33. sc 24 (24)
Rnd 34. (sc 2, dec 1) x 6 (18)
Rnd 35. sc 18 (18)
Rnd 36. (sc 1, dec 1) x 6 (12)
Rnd 37. sc 12 (12)
Rnd 38. (sc 1, dec 1) x 4 (8)
Rnd 39. sc 8 (8)
Rnd 40. (dec 1, sc 2) x 2 (6)
Cut the yarn. Close the remaining hole by weaving in the thread through each FLO of the last 6 sts. Then pull
Scarf
Crochet in rows
Ch 36, hdc 1 into the third loop from hook, sc 33 (34)
Fasten off leaving a tail for sewing.
Arm (x2)
Crochet in spiral rounds. Do not stuff.
Rnd 1. with lightgreen sc 6 into a MR (6)
Rnd 2-7. sc 6 (6)
Cut the yarn and leave a tail for sewing.
Assembly
Sew the arms to the sides of the body. Wrap the scarf around the neck and sew it into place with a few stitches.
Embroider eyes with black and white and eyebrows and nose with dark green.
Congratulations, you have completed the amigurumi dol.
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