Pattern Notes – Virgin Mary Amigurumi

This crochet pattern will guide you through creating a handmade Virgin Mary doll, perfect as a meaningful decoration for Christmas, a gift for loved ones, or as part of a Holy Family set.

Finished Size:
The completed doll measures approximately 25 cm tall when using Catania cotton yarn (pink for the cloak, white for the robe, brown for the hair, skin tone for the face and hands) and a 2.3mm crochet hook. Size may vary slightly depending on yarn weight, hook size, and your personal tension.

Gauge:
Gauge is not critical for amigurumi. The most important thing is to crochet tightly so the stuffing does not show through the stitches. For reference:
Materials Needed:

Cotton yarn (e.g., Catania or similar) in the following colors:

Skin tone (face, hands)

Pink (cloak)

White (robe)

Brown (hair)

Yellow or gold (details, halo if desired)

Crochet hook size x mmmaller than the yarn label recommends, for tighter stitches)

Polyester fiberfill stuffing

Safety eyes (6–8 mm) or embroidery thread for the eyes

Yarn needle for sewing parts together

Scissors, stitch markers, pins

Yarn Usage (approximate):

Skin tone: less than 1 skein

White: 1 skein

Pink: 1 skein

Brown: small amount

Yellow/gold: small amount

Skill Level:
Confident beginner to intermediate. You should be familiar with:

Magic ring (MR)

Single crochet (sc)

Increase (inc)

Decrease (dec)

Slip stitch (sl st)

Working in back loop only (blo) / front loop only (flo)

Pattern Includes:
Step-by-step written instructions with detailed photos for assembly and finishing touches.

Additional Notes:

Stuff the doll firmly and evenly to keep its shape.

When assembling, align the head and body carefully.

Optional: add embroidered details (rosy cheeks, a cross, or a halo) for a more personalized touch.

✨ Take your time and enjoy the process—every stitch adds love and warmth to your Virgin Mary amigurumi.