Easy Crochet Gardener Doll – Free Amigurumi Pattern for Beginners

Looking for a cute, beginner-friendly crochet project? This mini gardener doll is the perfect quick make — adorable, soft, and great as a handmade gift, keychain, or desk buddy. Designed with pastel cotton yarns and simple stitches, it’s ideal for anyone who wants to start amigurumi.

🧷 Skill Level

Beginner

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 12 cm (4.7 inches)

Materials

• Pastel cotton yarn (beige, blue, yellow, pink)
• 2 mm crochet hook
• 6 mm safety eyes
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

Abbreviations (US Terms)

• sc = single crochet
• inc = increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec = decrease (sc2tog)
• ( ) x n = repeat inside the parentheses n times
• st(s) = stitch(es)

Part 1: Head & Body (in one piece)

1. 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
2. inc x 6 (12)
3. (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
4–5. 18 sc
6. (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
7. dec x 6 (6) – Finish off, stuff lightly, leave long tail for sewing.
  

Part 2: Legs (Make 2)

1. 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
2. inc x 6 (12)
3–5. 12 sc
6. (2 sc, dec) x 3 (9)
7. 9 sc – Fasten off, leave tail.
  

Part 3: Arms (Make 2)

1. 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
2–5. 6 sc – Do not stuff. Flatten slightly and sew to body.
  

Part 4: Overall Straps (Make 2)

1. Chain 10
2. Row 1: sc in each ch (9)
→ Leave long tail and attach from shoulders to waist.
  

Part 5: Hat (Sun Hat)

1. 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
2. inc x 6 (12)
3. (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
6–7. 30 sc
8. (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
9. 36 sc – Fasten off, weave in ends.
  

Assembly Instructions

• Sew legs to bottom of body.
• Attach arms to sides.
• Place safety eyes between rounds 4–5, 6 stitches apart.
• Embroider cheeks with pink thread.
• Sew overall straps in place (crossed or straight).
• Sew or glue hat on top of head.
• Personalization Tips
• Add tiny tools like a flower, watering can, or shovel.
• Turn it into a keychain, bag charm, or mini gift!
• Download PDF & More

You can download this pattern and explore more beginner-friendly amigurumi tutorials at amyliva.com.

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This pattern is © AmyLiva Handmade and for personal use only.
✅ You may sell finished items (please credit AmyLiva)
❌ Do not sell, repost, or claim the pattern as your own.

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