Creating a Crochet Amigurumi Seven Dwarfs set is a fun and rewarding project for any crochet enthusiast. These charming characters, inspired by the classic Snow White fairy tale, bring joy and whimsy to any collection. Each dwarf has its own unique personality, which can be reflected in their individual designs, from their facial expressions to their clothing. Whether you’re making them as a gift or to add to your own amigurumi collection, these little dwarfs are sure to delight.
If there’s one thing I’ve learned after decades of crocheting, it’s that the smallest projects often carry the most heart. As someone who has been hooked on yarn for over 25 years, I’ve made more amigurumi than I can count—animals, dolls, keychains, holiday decorations—but one of the most enchanting projects I’ve ever taken on was creating the Seven Dwarfs in crochet form.
Yes—all seven.
Tiny bearded faces, colorful hats, oversized ears, and expressive little personalities—each one different, each one lovable in their own way. Inspired by the classic fairy tale and its iconic animated adaptation, this set of amigurumi dwarfs was both a nostalgic journey and a delightful creative challenge. In many ways, it felt like crocheting a bit of childhood magic into every stitch.
Let me take you through how this project came to life, from concept to yarn to finished dolls, and why I believe this is one of the most rewarding sets an amigurumi artist can create.
How to Crochet Amigurumi Seven Dwarfs
To start your Crochet Amigurumi Seven Dwarfs project, gather yarn in a variety of colors including skin tones, primary colors for their outfits, and accent colors for their hats and belts. You’ll also need safety eyes, a crochet hook, stuffing, and a yarn needle. This project involves using basic amigurumi techniques, such as single crochet, increases, decreases, and color changes. Each dwarf can be customized with different facial expressions and accessories to match their distinct personalities. Below is a general guide to creating the seven dwarfs, with options to personalize each one.
It started with Snow White.
A while back, I made an amigurumi Snow White doll—a petite princess with a golden skirt, a red bow, and that unmistakable sweetness. She was lovely on her own, but as I looked at her on my worktable, I felt something was missing.
She needed her companions.
That’s how the dwarfs were born—not all at once, but one at a time, over several weeks. I approached each one like a miniature character study, giving them their own personality, colors, and tiny details. Together, they became a full set that made people light up the moment they saw them.
Crochet Amigurumi Seven Dwarfs Pattern
All Crochet Amigurumi Seven Dwarfs share the same core structure: a round head, a slightly tapered body, short arms, and stubby feet. I made their limbs and heads as part of the main body or sewed them on afterward depending on the pose I wanted.
Using a neutral skin tone, I crocheted the heads first, then switched to different colors for their tunics. Each dwarf wore a long-sleeved shirt, belt, pants, and a signature floppy hat—crocheted separately and stitched on at the end. The beards were what truly brought each face to life. I used a mix of loop stitches, brushed-out yarn, and fluffy white cotton depending on the expression I wanted. Some beards were long and pointy, others round and poofy. I also embroidered bushy eyebrows to exaggerate their personalities.
Materials:
- Yarn: Skin tones, various colors for clothes, hats, and accessories
- Crochet hook (appropriate size for your yarn)
- Safety eyes (10mm)
- Stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
Abbreviations:
- sc: single crochet
- inc: increase (2 sc in the next stitch)
- dec: decrease (sc 2 together)
- sl st: slip stitch
- ch: chain
- st: stitch
- FO: finish off
General Pattern for Dwarfs:
- Head:
With skin-colored yarn,
R1: 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
R2: inc around (12)
R3: (sc, inc) around (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) around (24)
R5-10: sc around (24)
R11: (2 sc, dec) around (18)
R12: (sc, dec) around (12)
R13: dec around (6)
FO, stuff the head, and leave a long tail for sewing. - Body:
With the chosen color for each dwarf’s outfit,
R1: 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
R2: inc around (12)
R3: (sc, inc) around (18)
R4-10: sc around (18)
Switch to brown or black yarn for the shoes,
R11-12: sc around (18)
FO and stuff the body lightly. - Arms (make 2):
With skin-colored yarn,
R1: 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
R2-5: sc around (6)
Switch to the outfit color,
R6-8: sc around (6)
FO and leave a tail for sewing. - Hats:
With the chosen color for each dwarf’s hat,
R1: 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
R2: inc around (12)
R3: (sc, inc) around (18)
R4-7: sc around (18)
R8: (dec, sc) around (12)
R9: dec around (6)
FO and leave a tail for sewing.
Customization for Each Dwarf:
- Grumpy: Add a frown using black yarn to create an unhappy expression. His outfit can be dark colors like brown or gray.
- Sleepy: Embroider closed eyes and use muted colors like light blue or beige.
- Happy: Embroider a big smile and use bright, cheerful colors for his outfit.
- Dopey: Dopey’s hat can be oversized, and you can skip the beard for this dwarf. Use pastel colors.
- Doc: Give Doc glasses by embroidering or using thin wire, and dress him in more scholarly colors like brown or burgundy.
- Bashful: Create a shy expression by adding blush to the cheeks with pink yarn, and use soft colors like green.
- Sneezy: Give Sneezy a slightly open mouth as if he’s about to sneeze and use standard dwarf colors like brown or orange.
Assembly:
- Sew the head to the body.
- Attach the arms to the sides of the body.
- Sew the hat to the head.
- Add facial features specific to each dwarf using embroidery or small crochet pieces.
This set of Crochet Amigurumi Seven Dwarfs will add a touch of magic and personality to any space, making them perfect for display or as a gift. Enjoy the process of bringing these beloved characters to life!