Amigurumi Prince with Golden Cape: A Royal Crochet Masterpiece

Amigurumi Prince with Golden Cape Crochet Pattern

Materials Needed:

• DK weight yarn in white, gold, brown, red, green, and skin tones
• Crochet hook size 2.5 mm (C)
• Black safety eyes (10 mm)
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• Small beads or buttons for details
• Golden yarn for the cape and crown

Stitch Abbreviations:

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• inc: increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec: decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
• sl st: slip stitch
• hdc: half double crochet

Instructions:

1. Head:
   • Start with skin-tone yarn and make a magic ring.
   • Round 1: 6 sc in the ring. (6 sts)
   • Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
   • Round 3: Sc in the next st, inc in the next st; repeat around. (18 sts)
   • Continue increasing until 42 sts, then work even rounds for the head’s shape. Begin decreasing, stuffing as you go, until closed.
2. Body:
   • Attach white yarn at the neck to begin the body.
   • Round 1: Sc in each st around for 6 rounds. (42 sts)
   • Decrease as needed to form the shape of the torso, switch to golden yarn to crochet a small belt around the waist. Add fiberfill stuffing as you work to maintain the form.
3. Arms (Make 2):
   • Use skin-tone yarn to start the hand.
   • Round 1: 6 sc in a magic ring. (6 sts)
   • Continue for a few rounds, then switch to white yarn for the sleeves. Stuff lightly, close off, and attach to the body at shoulder height.
4. Legs (Make 2):
   • Start with brown yarn for the boots.
   • Round 1: 6 sc in a magic ring. (6 sts)
   • Increase to shape the boot and switch to white yarn for pants. Crochet several rounds to form the leg shape, stuff, and attach to the bottom of the body.
5. Cape:
   • With golden yarn, ch 30.
   • Work in rows of sc, increasing at each end to create a triangular shape. Once the desired length is reached, finish off and attach to the back of the prince at the shoulders.
6. Crown:
   • Use golden yarn, ch 20 to form a ring.
   • Round 1: Sc in each st around. (20 sts)
   • Work in rounds, adding decorative peaks by ch 3, sl st back into the base st for each point.
7. Rose:
   • Use red yarn, ch 8, turn and work in each ch (sl st, sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st) to form petals.
   • For the stem, use green yarn and ch 15, sc in each ch for a firm stem, then attach it to the rose.
8. Hair:
   • Create hair strands using brown yarn. Attach each strand individually, using a tapestry needle for styling. Brush out the strands for a fuller, curly effect.
9. Finishing Touches:
   • Attach all parts securely to the body. Position the rose in one hand, using a few stitches to secure it. Embroider eyebrows and eyelashes with black thread to add more expression.

With his golden cape and detailed design, the Amigurumi Prince with a Golden Cape is a wonderful addition to any crochet enthusiast’s collection. His charming presence and attention to detail make him a delightful handmade gift or a perfect addition to a royal-themed amigurumi display.