The Amigurumi Christmas Wreath with Doll is a heartwarming handmade decoration that combines a festive wreath with a charming crocheted doll. The wreath is adorned with delicate green leaves, red berries, and a rustic bow, framing a small doll dressed in a cozy scarf. This intricate design is perfect for adding a personal, handcrafted touch to your holiday décor, showcasing a beautiful mix of amigurumi techniques and festive charm.
How to Craft the Amigurumi Christmas Wreath with Doll
This Amigurumi Christmas Wreath with Doll project is a delightful combination of holiday spirit and intricate crochet artistry.
Skin-tone, hair-color, and clothing yarn (for the doll)
3.0mm crochet hook
Fiberfill stuffing
Yarn needle
Scissors
Ribbon or twine for the bow
Abbreviations:
MR: Magic Ring
SC: Single Crochet
INC: Increase (2 SC in one stitch)
DEC: Decrease (SC two stitches together)
SL ST: Slip Stitch
CH: Chain
Steps for the Wreath Base:
Foundation:
Using brown yarn, CH 50 (or adjust size as needed) and join ends with a SL ST to form a ring.
Base Covering:
SC around the ring to create a uniform covering. Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Leaves:
With green yarn, create multiple leaves:
MR, CH 5, SC in the second CH from the hook, HDC in the next two CH, DC in the last CH.
SL ST back into the ring to close the leaf. Repeat until you have enough leaves to cover the wreath.
Berries:
With red yarn, make small spheres:
MR, 6 SC into the ring, pull tight, and close with a SL ST.
Attach berries sporadically between the leaves.
Steps for the Doll:
Head:
MR, 6 SC.
INC in each stitch (12).
Continue INC rows until 30 SC. Work 5 rows even, then DEC to close. Stuff with fiberfill.
Body:
MR, 6 SC. INC rows until 18 SC. Work evenly for 6 rows, then DEC to close. Attach to the head.
Arms and Legs:
MR, 6 SC, work evenly for 5 rows. Make four pieces and attach to the body.
Hair and Face:
Add hair using yarn strands attached to the head. Embroider eyes, mouth, and other details with yarn or embroidery thread.
Scarf:
CH 40, SC across. Wrap around the doll’s neck and secure.
Final Assembly:
Attach the doll securely to the center of the wreath.
Tie a decorative bow at the top of the wreath using ribbon or twine.
The Amigurumi Christmas Wreath with Doll is a charming and creative holiday project that combines warmth and whimsy. Perfect as a gift or unique decoration, it’s sure to become a treasured keepsake.
Note: Here is a pattern suggestion for you to create your own pattern. The end result may vary.
