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Giant Forester Hagrid Amigurumi Pattern

Giant Forester Hagrid Amigurumi Pattern
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Advanced Level

Designed for experienced knitters, these patterns involve intricate designs and complex techniques to challenge and inspire.

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Slow & Steady

A 10-12 hour project—great for savoring the process over several sessions.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Giant Forester Hagrid Amigurumi Pattern

This comprehensive giant forester pattern is a labor of love that brings a magical character to life in stunning 36cm detail. You'll master advanced techniques including wire armature construction, needle sculpting for facial features, and innovative hair attachment methods using divided yarn strands. The pattern guides you through creating realistic clothing with functional pockets, detailed accessories including a lantern with cardboard-reinforced walls, and a charming pink umbrella complete with a wooden shaft.

Giant Forester Hagrid Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

What makes this pattern truly special is the attention to authentic details - from the separately crocheted vest with belt loops to the coat with working sleeves and pockets. Every element has been thoughtfully designed to capture the essence of your favorite gentle giant.

Why You'll Love This Giant Forester Hagrid Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love how this pattern transforms simple yarn into a character brimming with personality and warmth. The innovative hair technique creates that signature wild, tousled look that's so iconic, and I'm amazed by how the wire armature makes him fully posable - you can adjust his arms and head to create different expressions and poses. What really captured my heart is the incredible attention to detail in the accessories; that tiny working lantern with its translucent yellow windows and the umbrella hiding his magic wand are pure genius. The layered clothing adds such dimension and realism, and I find the needle sculpting technique for the face creates the most endearing, gentle expression. This isn't just a crochet project - it's creating a loyal companion who'll guard your bookshelf or bring comfort to any fantasy lover's collection.

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Switch Things Up

I absolutely love experimenting with different yarn textures for the hair on this pattern! While the original calls for Pehorka Smesovaya divided into strands, I've tried using actual boucle yarn like Alize Naturale Boucle in a darker shade, and it creates an entirely different wild, weathered look that's equally charming. You could also go completely different and use a mohair blend for an even softer, fluffier appearance.

For the clothing, I've made versions where I swap the copper brown coat for a deep forest green or even a rich burgundy - it completely transforms the character's personality while maintaining that cozy forester vibe. The pink umbrella is another fun element to customize; I've done versions in deep plum, sunny yellow, and even a cheerful red with white polka dots.

If you want to make this pattern more beginner-friendly, you could simplify by skipping the wire armature and just stuffing firmly, though you'll lose the posability. You might also make the coat shorter (stop at row 40 instead of 55) for a quicker project, or skip the lantern entirely and just focus on the umbrella accessory. The facial features can be simplified too - instead of the detailed needle sculpting, you could use a simpler embroidered expression that still captures that gentle, kind character we all adore!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to insert the wire armature before stuffing the legs completely, making it impossible to add later without unraveling your work ✗ Not maintaining tight tension when working half double crochet and double crochet stitches, which creates visible holes where stuffing shows through the fabric ✗ Placing the stitch marker incorrectly at the heel, causing the foot shape to become distorted and the toes to point in wrong directions ✗ Skipping the cardboard insoles or cutting them too large, resulting in unstable feet that cannot support the doll's weight properly ✗ Not checking that arms are positioned symmetrically before joining to body, leading to lopsided appearance that's difficult to correct later ✗ Dividing the thick hair yarn too aggressively and damaging the fibers, creating a messy texture instead of the desired tousled curl effect

Giant Forester Hagrid Amigurumi Pattern

Bring the beloved giant to life with this magical 36cm (14 inch) crochet pattern! This detailed design captures every endearing detail from his wild curly hair and beard to his signature pink umbrella and glowing lantern. Perfect for fantasy lovers and collectors, you'll create a cuddly companion complete with a chocolate vest, copper brown coat with pockets, and even a hidden magic wand. The pattern includes innovative techniques for creating tousled hair texture and realistic clothing details that make this gentle giant truly special.

Advanced 15-20 Hours

Materials Needed for Giant Forester Hagrid Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    YarnArt Jeans yarn (50g/160m) skin color #07 - 1 skein
  • 02
    Alize Cotton Gold yarn (100g/330m) tobacco brown #690 - less than half skein
  • 03
    Alize Cotton Gold yarn (100g/330m) dark brown #26 - half skein
  • 04
    Gazzal Baby Cotton yarn (50g/165m) light terracotta #3454 - 1 skein
  • 05
    Pehorka Smesovaya (200g/200m) brown melange #517 for hair - less than half skein
  • 06
    YarnArt Jeans yarn (50g/160m) chocolate #70 for vest - half skein
  • 07
    Alize Cotton Gold or YarnArt Jeans black yarn #60 or #53 for belt - small amount
  • 08
    YarnArt Jeans yarn (50g/165m) cocoa #71 for plaque and lantern - small amount
  • 09
    YarnArt Jeans yarn (50g/160m) copper brown #40 for coat - 2 skeins
  • 10
    YarnArt Jeans yarn (50g/160m) pink #78 for umbrella - less than half skein
  • 11
    Gazzal Jeans or YarnArt Jeans light yellow #1123 or #88 for lantern - small amount
  • 12
    YarnArt Denim Washed (50g/130m) dark brown #917 for eyebrows

— Tools Required

  • 01
    2mm crochet hook Clover (or 1.75mm any brand) - US 4
  • 02
    Safety eyes 10mm
  • 03
    Fiberfill for toys (hollow fiber)
  • 04
    1.5mm copper wire for frame
  • 05
    Needle
  • 06
    Scissors
  • 07
    Pins
  • 08
    Stitch marker
  • 09
    Masking tape or adhesive tape for wire wrapping
  • 10
    Thick cardboard or plastic sheet for insoles
  • 11
    Hard pastels for painting
  • 12
    Strong thin thread Iris for hair attachment (or dental floss)
  • 13
    Wooden stick 15cm length for umbrella
  • 14
    Transparent glue Moment Crystal
  • 15
    Mouline threads black and white for face details

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— Arms :

Thumb :

Round 1: 6sc in MR (6)

Round 2-3 :

6sc (6) - 2 rounds

Info :

Cut the thread and fasten off

Main Piece - Round 1 :

Start in skin color: 6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

(inc, 1sc)*6 (18)

Round 4-8 :

18sc (18) - 5 rounds

Round 9 :

3sc along the thumb and main piece at same time, 15sc along main piece (18)

Round 10 :

3sc along rest stitches of thumb, 15sc along main piece (18)

Round 11 :

(4sc, dec)*3 (15)

Info :

Stuff slightly. Insert wire and continue crocheting around it, stuff as you go

Round 12-13 :

15sc (15) - 2 rounds

Info :

Change thread color to terracotta. Cut skin color thread and fasten off

Round 14 :

(4sc, inc)*3 (18)

Round 15 :

into back loops only 18sc (18)

Round 16-41 :

18sc (18) - 26 rounds

Info :

Fold arm in half and work additional sc to shift thumb to arm side. Cut thread and fasten off

Cuffs :

Return to round 14, attach terracotta thread to front loop

Round 1-5 :

18sc (18) - 5 rounds

Info :

Work additional sc to finish above thumb. Fold cuffs down. Cut thread and fasten off. Make 2 arms total

— Legs :

Info :

Start first leg (left leg for doll) in tobacco color. Make ch13, from second ch from hook

Round 1 :

inc, 10sc, 4sc into 1 stitch, 10sc, inc (28)

Round 2 :

2inc, 10sc, 4inc, 10sc, 2inc (36)

Round 3 :

(1sc, inc)*2, 10sc, (inc, 1sc)*2, (1sc, inc)*2, 10sc, (inc, 1sc)*2 (44)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc)*2, 10sc, (inc, 2sc)*2, (2sc, inc)*2, 10sc, (inc, 2sc)*2 (52)

Info :

Trace sole on cardboard/plastic, cut 2 insoles 2mm smaller than outline to insert into feet

Round 5-6 :

into back loops only 52sc (52) - 2 rounds

Round 7-9 :

13sc, 26hdc, 13sc (52) - 3 rounds

Info :

Check marker is in middle of heel. Insert cardboard insole

Round 10 :

13sc, (dc dec, 2hdc)*6, dc dec, 13sc (45)

Round 11 :

13sc, (1hdc, dc dec)*6, 1hdc, 13sc (39)

Round 12 :

13sc, 7dc dec, 12sc (32)

Round 13 :

(2sc, dec)*8 (24) - change to dark brown on last stitch

Info :

Cut tobacco brown thread. Prepare 36cm wire pieces, bend loop at one end (1cm), wrap 15cm with tape, bend wire end at right angle (2cm). Insert wire into foot

Round 14 :

into back loops only 24sc (24)

Round 15-18 :

24sc (24) - 4 rounds

Round 19 :

(5sc, inc)*4 (28)

Round 20-21 :

28sc (28) - 2 rounds

Info :

Cut thread and fasten off

Trouser Leg - Info :

Attach dark brown thread to front loop of round 13 at middle. Hold leg with wire facing out. Make ch

Round 1 :

(2sc, inc)*8 (32)

Round 2-3 :

32sc (32) - 2 rounds

Info :

After round 3 make sl st, ch, turn work

Round 4 :

into front loops only 32sc, sl st into ch, make ch, turn (32)

Round 5 :

into back loops only 32sc (32)

Info :

Skip ch, continue in spiral

Round 6 :

(15sc, inc)*2 (34)

Round 7 :

34sc (34)

Round 8 :

(15sc, dec)*2 (32)

Round 9 :

(dec, 6sc)*4 (28)

Round 10-13 :

28sc (28) - 4 rounds

Round 14 :

crochet through outer and inner layers joining pieces: 28sc (28)

Round 15-27 :

28sc (28) - 13 rounds

Info :

Crochet additional sc to finish at inner leg where it joins the other leg. Shift point closer to heel so toes face sides. Crochet second leg same pattern

— Body :

Info :

Join legs: make ch7 and insert hook into next stitch on first leg. Crochet 14sc and place marker

Round 1 :

14sc, 7sc along chain, 28sc, 7sc along chain, 14sc (70)

Round 2 :

14sc, inc, 5sc, inc, 28sc, inc, 5sc, inc, 14sc (74)

Round 3 :

5sc, inc, 8sc, inc, 7sc, inc, 8sc, inc, 10sc, inc, 8sc, inc, 7sc, inc, 8sc, inc, 5sc (82)

Round 4-8 :

82sc (82) - 5 rounds

Round 9 :

15sc, inc, 9sc, inc, 56sc (84)

Round 10-21 :

84sc (84) - 12 rounds - change to terracotta on last stitch

Round 22-23 :

84sc (84) - 2 rounds

Round 24 :

into back loops only 84sc (84)

Round 25-28 :

84sc (84) - 4 rounds

Info :

Stuff brown part of body firmly, especially lower part, sides, and belly. Check marker is in middle of body side

Round 29 :

7sc, dec, (11sc, dec)*2, 49sc (81)

Round 30-34 :

81sc (81) - 5 rounds

Round 35 :

(8sc, dec)*3, 51sc (78)

Round 36-46 :

78sc (78) - 11 rounds

Info :

Position arms symmetrically: 7 stitches for first arm, 34 stitches front side, 7 stitches second arm, 30 stitches back side. Thumb facing forward

Round 47 :

7sc along body and inner side of first arm, 34sc along front, 7sc along body and inner side of second arm, 30sc along back (78)

Round 48 :

11sc along outer side of first arm, 34sc along front, 11sc along outer side of second arm, 30sc along back (86)

Round 49-50 :

86sc (86) - 2 rounds

Info :

Form wire frame: bend both wire ends toward each other and twist around main frame. Wrap neck portion with tape

Round 51 :

(10sc, dec, 9sc, dec)*2, 10sc, dec, 7sc, dec, 8sc, dec, 7sc, dec (78)

Round 52 :

(4sc, dec)*13 (65)

Round 53 :

65sc (65)

Info :

Crochet additional sc to shift marker to middle of arm

Round 54 :

4sc, dec, 21sc, dec, 8sc, dec, (9sc, dec)*2, 4sc (60)

Round 55 :

(2sc, dec, 2sc)*10 (50)

Round 56 :

50sc (50)

Round 57 :

(3sc, dec)*10 (40)

Round 58 :

40sc (40)

Round 59 :

(2sc, dec)*10 (30)

Round 60 :

30sc (30)

Round 61 :

(1sc, dec)*10 (20) - change to skin color on last stitch

Round 62 :

into back loops only 20sc (20)

Round 63 :

(dec, 8sc)*2 (18)

Round 64-66 :

18sc (18) - 3 rounds

Info :

Cut thread leaving tail for sewing

Shirt Layer - Info :

Return to round 23, attach terracotta thread to front loop at middle of back side. Make ch, hold body with legs facing out

Round 1 :

84sc (84)

Round 2 :

20sc, inc, 41sc, inc, 21sc (86)

Round 3-8 :

86sc (86) - 6 rounds

Info :

Finish with sl st. Cut thread and fasten off. Weave in tail

— Head :

Round 1 :

Skin color: 6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1sc, inc)*6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc)*6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3sc, inc)*6 (30)

Round 6 :

(2sc, inc, 2sc)*6 (36)

Round 7 :

(5sc, inc)*6 (42)

Round 8 :

(3sc, inc, 3sc)*6 (48)

Round 9 :

(7sc, inc)*6 (54)

Round 10 :

(4sc, inc, 4sc)*6 (60)

Round 11 :

(9sc, inc)*6 (66)

Round 12 :

(5sc, inc, 5sc)*6 (72)

Round 13-28 :

72sc (72) - 16 rounds

Info :

Insert 10mm safety eyes between rounds 20-21, 14 stitches apart

Round 29 :

(5sc, dec, 5sc)*6 (66)

Round 30 :

(9sc, dec)*6 (60)

Round 31 :

(4sc, dec, 4sc)*6 (54)

Round 32 :

(7sc, dec)*6 (48)

Round 33 :

(3sc, dec, 3sc)*6 (42)

Round 34 :

(5sc, dec)*6 (36)

Round 35 :

(2sc, dec, 2sc)*6 (30)

Round 36 :

(3sc, dec)*6 (24)

Round 37 :

(2sc, dec)*6 (18)

Info :

Cut thread and fasten off, add fiberfill

— Needle Sculpting :

Info :

Use skin color thread. Insert needle at point 1 (under chin, between last and second-to-last rounds), pull out at point 2 (near eye), leave tail for knot

Info :

Insert at point 3 (3 rounds up from point 2), run inside to point 4 (near other eye). Pull thread

Info :

Insert at point 5 (3 rounds down), pull out at point 6 (one stitch right from point 1). Pull carefully so eyes push into fabric

Info :

Tie thread tails with 1-2 tight knots. Weave inside head

— Face Details :

Eye Whites :

Embroider 3 white stitches around outer side of each eye. Fasten off and weave in

Eyelids :

Pull skin thread above eye, make diagonal stitch 4 stitches long, insert skipping 1 stitch from white stitch at eye middle. Eyelid should slightly cover top edge. Make one more stitch to widen. Embroider 2-3 horizontal stitches under eye for lower eyelid

Eyelashes :

Use black thread or divided black yarn. Embroider thin line under eyelid

Eyebrows :

Use dark brown yarn. Embroider thick part leaving 2 rounds up from eyes, make 3 horizontal stitches 4 stitches long. Add 2 more stitches, then one stitch from wide part to corner

— Ears :

Info :

Optional - will be hidden by hair. Crochet in skin color

Right Ear :

Form MR, make ch3, into ring: 2dc, 2hdc, 2sc, pull ring closed, cut leaving sewing tail

Left Ear :

Form MR mirrored: 2sc, 2hdc, 2dc, ch3, join with sl st, pull ring closed, cut leaving tail

Info :

Fix ears on head leaving 7 stitches from eyes. Sew and weave in tails

— Nose :

Round 1 :

Skin color: 6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

3inc, 3sc (9)

Info :

Crochet 2sc more, place marker

Round 3 :

inc, 1sc, 2hdc inc, 1sc, inc, 3sc (13)

Info :

Cut thread leaving sewing tail. Place nose between eyes with upper point (first hdc inc) one round higher than upper lid. Sew adding fiberfill. Weave in tail

— Hair Attaching :

Info :

Use strong thread (Iris yarn) and thick dark melange yarn divided into separate threads carefully

Info :

Cut yarn into 40cm pieces (20cm doubled). Attach strong thread to head top, form loop by inserting needle into same point, skip 3 stitches and run needle out

Info :

Insert yarn piece into loop, pull thread so it hides between stitches. Attach each strand leaving 3 stitches from previous one

Info :

Distance between strands: 2 rounds on top, 3 rounds on back (optional). Attach hair to 4 rounds on head top. Forehead width from eyebrows to hairline equals 7 rounds

Info :

Continue around face leaving 2 stitches from eyebrows and eyes. Attach beard hair leaving 7 rounds down from nose: 2 rounds on sides, 1 round along chin

Info :

Attach several strands under nose for moustache. Divide strands into separate threads after each round. Trim and style hair

— Vest :

Info :

Chocolate color, crochet top to bottom in turning rows. Make ch and turn after each row. Make ch29, from second ch from hook

Row 1 :

2inc, (2sc, inc)*7, 3sc, 2inc, ch, turn (39)

Row 2:

inc, 11sc, inc, 13sc, inc, 11sc, inc, ch, turn (43)

Row 3 :

(inc, 5sc)*7, inc, ch, turn (51)

Row 4 :

(inc, 6sc)*3, inc, 7sc, inc, (6sc, inc)*3, ch, turn (59)

Row 5 :

(inc, 7sc)*3, inc, 9sc, inc, (7sc, inc)*3, ch, turn (67)

Info :

Try on body, distance between foreparts should be about 7 stitches

Row 6 :

(inc, 8sc)*2, (inc, 9sc)*3, (inc, 8sc)*2, inc, ch, turn (75)

Row 7 :

inc, 73sc, inc, ch, turn (77)

Info :

Cut thread. Crochet foreparts and back separately

First Forepart - Row 1-2 :

12sc, ch, turn (12) - 2 rows

Row 3 :

11sc, inc, ch, turn (13)

Row 4 :

inc, 12sc, ch, turn (14)

Row 5 :

13sc, inc, ch, turn (15)

Row 6 :

inc, 14sc, ch, turn (16)

Row 7-24 :

16sc, ch, turn (16) - 18 rows

Info :

Don't make ch after row 24. Cut and fasten off

Back Side - Info :

Return to row 7 on top part, skip 12 stitches from first forepart. Attach thread to 13th stitch, make ch

Row 1-2 :

29sc, ch, turn (29) - 2 rows

Row 3 :

inc, 27sc, inc, ch, turn (31)

Row 4 :

inc, 29sc, inc, ch, turn (33)

Row 5 :

inc, 31sc, inc, ch, turn (35)

Row 6 :

inc, 33sc, inc, ch, turn (37)

Row 7-14 :

37sc, ch, turn (37) - 8 rows

Row 15 :

inc, 35sc, inc, ch, turn (39)

Row 16-24 :

39sc, ch, turn (39) - 9 rows

Info :

Don't make ch after last row. Cut thread leaving long sewing tail

Second Forepart - Info :

Return to row 7, skip 12 stitches from back side. Attach thread to 13th stitch, make ch

Row 1-2 :

12sc, ch, turn (12) - 2 rows

Row 3 :

inc, 11sc, ch, turn (13)

Row 4 :

12sc, inc, ch, turn (14)

Row 5 :

inc, 13sc, ch, turn (15)

Row 6 :

14sc, inc, ch, turn (16)

Row 7-24 :

16sc, ch, turn (16) - 18 rows

Info :

Don't make ch after last row. Cut thread leaving sewing tail. Make side seams joining foreparts with back. Attach thread to vest bottom corner and crochet sc around piece

— Belt :

Info :

Black color. Make ch123 (length should be 1.5x belly circumference)

Row 1 :

From second ch from hook: inc, 120sc, inc, ch, turn (124)

Row 2 :

dec, 120sc, dec (122)

Info :

Cut and fasten off, weave in tail

Belt Loops :

Make 4 pieces: ch11, from second ch from hook 10sc. Cut leaving sewing tail

Info :

Sew loops to vest wrong side out: 2 on front foreparts, 2 on back. Lower edge between rows 3-4, top edge between rows 9-10 from vest bottom

Plaque :

Run belt through loops. Attach cocoa thread, 5sc along belt top edge, ch4, 5sc along belt lower edge, ch4, join with sl st to start. Cut and weave in tail. Run belt end through both chains

— Coat :

Info :

Copper brown color, turning rows top to bottom. Make ch and turn after each row. Make ch29, from 2nd ch from hook

Row 1 :

inc, 1sc, (2sc, inc)*7, 4sc, inc, ch, turn (37)

Row 2 :

(inc, 4sc)*3, inc, 5sc, (inc, 4sc)*3, inc, ch, turn (45)

Row 3 :

(inc, 5sc)*3, inc, 7sc, (inc, 5sc)*3, inc, ch, turn (53)

Row 4 :

(inc, 6sc)*3, inc, 9sc, (inc, 6sc)*3, inc, ch, turn (61)

Row 5 :

(inc, 7sc)*3, inc, 11sc, (inc, 7sc)*3, inc, ch, turn (69)

Row 6 :

inc, 67sc, inc, ch, turn (71)

Row 7 :

(inc, 8sc)*3, inc, 15sc, (inc, 8sc)*3, inc, ch, turn (79)

Row 8-9 :

79sc, ch, turn (79) - 2 rows

Row 10 :

inc, 77sc, inc, ch, turn (81)

Row 11 :

14sc, inc, 10sc, inc, 29sc, inc, 10sc, inc, 14sc, ch, turn (85)

Row 12 :

inc, 83sc, inc, ch, turn (87)

Row 13 :

16sc, inc, 10sc, inc, 31sc, inc, 10sc, inc, 16sc, ch, turn (91)

Row 14 :

inc, 89sc, inc, ch, turn (93)

Row 15 :

16sc, ch10, skip 14 stitches, from next stitch 33sc, ch10, skip 14 stitches, from next stitch 16sc, ch, turn (85)

Row 16 :

inc, 15sc, 10sc along chain, 33sc, 10sc along chain, 15sc, inc, ch, turn (87)

Row 17-18 :

87sc, ch, turn (87) - 2 rows

Row 19 :

inc, 85sc, inc, ch, turn (89)

Row 20-21 :

89sc, ch, turn (89) - 2 rows

Row 22 :

inc, 87sc, inc, ch, turn (91)

Row 23 :

19sc, inc, 9sc, inc, 31sc, inc, 9sc, inc, 19sc, ch, turn (95)

Row 24 :

95sc, ch, turn (95)

Row 25 :

inc, 93sc, inc, ch, turn (97)

Row 26-27 :

97sc, ch, turn (97) - 2 rows

Row 28 :

inc, 95sc, inc, ch, turn (99)

Row 29 :

22sc, inc, 9sc, inc, 33sc, inc, 9sc, inc, 22sc, ch, turn (103)

Row 30-31 :

103sc, ch, turn (103) - 2 rows

Row 32 :

inc, 101sc, inc, ch, turn (105)

Row 33-34 :

105sc, ch, turn (105) - 2 rows

Row 35 :

inc, 103sc, inc, ch, turn (107)

Row 36-38 :

107sc, ch, turn (107) - 3 rows

Row 39 :

inc, 105sc, inc, ch, turn (109)

Row 40-42 :

109sc, ch, turn (109) - 3 rows

Row 43 :

inc, 107sc, inc, ch, turn (111)

Row 44-46 :

111sc, ch, turn (111) - 3 rows

Row 47 :

inc, 109sc, inc, ch, turn (113)

Row 48-51 :

113sc, ch, turn (113) - 4 rows

Row 52 :

inc, 111sc, inc, ch, turn (115)

Row 53-55 :

115sc, ch, turn (115) - 3 rows

Info :

Don't cut thread. Crochet sc along forepart edges and neckline. Work 3sc into each corner of forepart bottom. Cut and fasten off

— Sleeves :

Info :

Attach thread to lower side of opening, make ch, crochet around opening 26sc (10sc lower side, 1sc corner, 14sc top, 1sc corner)

Rows 1-23 :

26sc per row, sl st into turning ch at row end, turn, make ch, crochet reverse direction (26) - 23 turning rows

Info :

Try coat on doll, add rows if sleeves short. After row 23 cut and fasten off. Weave in tails. Make second sleeve same way

— Pockets :

Info :

Make 2 pieces. Ch14, from second ch from hook

Row 1-12 :

13sc, ch, turn (13) - 12 rows

Info :

Cut leaving sewing tail. Place pockets on foreparts leaving 9 rows up from coat bottom and 9 stitches from forepart edge. Sew and weave in tails

— Lantern Main Part :

Info :

Start cocoa color. When changing colors cut previous thread. Make ch21, from second ch from hook

Row 1 :

20sc, ch, turn (20) - change to light yellow on last stitch

Row 2 :

into front loops only 20sc, ch, turn (20)

Row 3-9 :

into both loops 20sc, ch, turn (20) - 7 rows, change to cocoa on last stitch

Row 10 :

into front loops only 20sc, ch, turn (20) - change to light yellow on last stitch

Row 11 :

into back loops only 20sc, ch, turn (20)

Row 12-18 :

into both loops 20sc, ch, turn (20) - 7 rows, change to cocoa on last stitch

Row 19 :

into back loops only 20sc, ch, turn (20) - change to light yellow on last stitch

Row 20 :

into front loops only 20sc, ch, turn (20)

Row 21-27 :

20sc, ch, turn (20) - 7 rows, change to cocoa on last stitch

Row 28 :

into front loops only 20sc, ch, turn (20) - change to light yellow on last stitch

Row 29 :

into back loops only 20sc, ch, turn (20)

Row 30-36 :

20sc, ch, turn (20) - 7 rows

Info :

Cut leaving sewing tail. Cut 4 cardboard triangles size of yellow windows for reinforcement. Sew two sides inserting needle into edge loops of yellow stitches and cocoa stitches

— Lantern Top & Bottom Parts :

Info :

Cocoa color. Make top part first. Ch11, from second ch from hook

Row 1-10 :

10sc, ch, turn (10) - 10 rows

Info :

Don't cut thread. Place cocoa piece on main piece, crochet sc through both layers, 3sc into each corner. Hold with windows facing down, leave tails inside. Cut and fasten off. Weave in tail

Info :

Insert 4 cardboard pieces and stuff (not too much). Make lower part same pattern, join with main piece working sc through both layers adding fiberfill

Cylinder on Top :

Cocoa color

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1sc, inc)*6 (18)

Round 4 :

18sc (18)

Round 5 :

into back loops only 18sc (18)

Round 6-7 :

18sc (18) - 2 rounds

Info :

Cut leaving sewing tail. Attach thread to front loop of round 4, crochet one round slip stitches with hollow facing up. Sew to center of top side

Handle :

Attach cocoa thread to middle of one side, ch35, join to middle of opposite side. Fasten off and cut. Weave in tails

Window Lines :

Take long cocoa thread divided in half. Embroider lines along each window side leaving one round from edge using two threads. Weave in tails inside

— Umbrella Canopy :

Round 1 :

Pink color: 6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3-4 :

12sc (12) - 2 rounds

Round 5 :

(inc, 1sc)*6 (18)

Round 6-7 :

18sc (18) - 2 rounds

Round 8 :

(1sc, 2inc)*6 (30)

Round 9 :

30sc (30)

Round 10 :

(2sc, 2inc, 1sc)*6 (42)

Round 11 :

42sc (42)

Round 12 :

(3sc, 2inc, 2sc)*6 (54)

Round 13 :

54sc (54)

Round 14 :

(4sc, 2inc, 3sc)*6 (66)

Round 15 :

66sc (66)

Round 16 :

(5sc, 2inc, 4sc)*6 (78)

Round 17 :

78sc (78)

Round 18 :

(6sc, 2inc, 5sc)*6 (90)

Round 19 :

90sc (90)

Round 20 :

(7sc, 2inc, 6sc)*6 (102)

Round 21 :

102sc (102)

Round 22 :

(8sc, 2inc, 7sc)*6 (114)

Round 23 :

114sc (114)

Round 24 :

(9sc, 2inc, 8sc)*6 (126)

Round 25 :

126sc (126)

Round 26 :

(10sc, 2inc, 9sc)*6 (138)

Round 27 :

138sc (138)

Info :

Finish with sl st. Cut leaving long sewing tail for folds

Brown End Tip :

Tobacco brown color

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2-4 :

6sc (6) - 3 rounds

Info :

Cut leaving sewing tail. Sew to canopy center

— Umbrella Shaft :

Info :

Prepare 15cm wooden stick (measure hand tip to floor), tobacco brown yarn, and Moment Crystal glue

Info :

Apply glue to stick and wind yarn thread around it. Add glue into canopy deepening and insert stick, press with fingers

Info :

Form several folds on canopy and sew with pink thread. Sew smaller folds on top, make several 2-3cm stitches to end tip. Add glue between shaft and folds, press until sets

— Assembly & Finishing :

Painting :

Optional: use hard pastels or cosmetics. Add pink blush to cheeks and dark tint above lower eyelids

Attach Head :

Place head on neck with eyes looking straight. Sew inserting needle between stitches going over stitch body and neck stitch. Avoid catching hair. Add fiberfill if needed

Assembly Instructions

  • Prepare wire armatures before crocheting: 22cm pieces for arms with looped ends wrapped in tape, and 36cm pieces for legs that will extend through body into head
  • Insert cardboard insoles into feet before completing leg rounds to ensure stable structure and proper foot shaping
  • Join both legs with chain 7 connector, ensuring marker placement is correct and toes point to sides after attachment
  • Attach arms to body at rounds 47-48, positioning symmetrically with thumbs facing forward before crocheting them into place
  • Complete needle sculpting on head before attaching hair - thread from under chin near eyes to create gentle indentations for realistic expression
  • Attach hair using loop technique with strong thread, working in rounds from head top downward, dividing thick yarn strands carefully to create tousled texture
  • Sew head to neck ensuring eyes face straight forward, working stitches between yarn strands to avoid catching hair in seam
  • Dress doll in vest first with belt and plaque, then add coat with pockets, and finally attach umbrella to hand and lantern for display

Important Notes

  • 💡Wire armature must be inserted during crocheting legs and arms, not after - plan ahead for this crucial structural step
  • 💡Maintain extremely tight tension when working half double crochet and double crochet stitches to prevent visible holes in the fabric
  • 💡Stitch marker placement at heel center is critical for proper foot shaping - verify position before working decrease rounds
  • 💡The left and right legs are oriented from the doll's perspective, not yours - left leg is on doll's left side
  • 💡Divide thick hair yarn very gently to avoid damaging fibers - this creates the signature wild, tousled look when attached properly
  • 💡Use invisible decreases throughout pattern for smoother fabric texture and more professional finished appearance of character features
  • 💡Stuff areas between joined legs firmly to eliminate folds and create even fabric tension before continuing to body rounds
  • 💡Pin all clothing pieces and accessories in place before final sewing to ensure proper positioning and symmetrical appearance

This enchanting giant forester pattern brings a beloved magical character to life in incredible 36cm detail, complete with his signature wild hair, cozy layered clothing, and charming accessories. The pattern combines advanced techniques like wire armature construction, needle sculpting, and innovative hair attachment to create a posable companion brimming with personality and warmth. Every detail has been lovingly crafted, from the working pockets on his copper coat to the glowing lantern and pink umbrella hiding his secret magic wand. Perfect for experienced crocheters ready to challenge themselves with a truly special project! 🧶✨

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FAQs

What makes this pattern advanced difficulty?

This pattern requires wire armature construction for posable limbs, needle sculpting for facial features, precise marker placement for proper shaping, working with multiple yarn weights simultaneously, and innovative hair attachment using divided yarn strands. It also involves complex clothing construction with turning rows and multiple assembled layers.

Can I substitute the recommended yarns with different brands?

Yes, but pay attention to yarn weight and meterage. YarnArt Jeans can be substituted with Alize Cotton Gold of matching colors and vice versa, though Alize is slightly thinner (100g/330m vs 50g/160m) which may affect final size. For hair, any thick yarn that can be divided into strands will work - the pattern suggests several alternatives including Alize Naturale Boucle, Drops Alaska mix, or Bernat Softy Chunky.

How do I create the tousled hair effect?

Use thick yarn like Pehorka Smesovaya and carefully divide each strand into separate threads after attachment. Cut yarn into 40cm pieces (20cm doubled), attach using the loop technique with strong thread, spacing strands 3 stitches apart on top and 2-3 rounds vertically. Divide the fibers gently after each round to create volume and curl.

What's the difference between V-shaped and X-shaped stitches mentioned in the pattern?

V-shaped stitches use yarn-over technique (placing hook under yarn) creating smoother, stretchier fabric. X-shaped stitches use yarn-under technique (placing hook over yarn) creating denser, more textured fabric. The designer uses semi-X technique - starting yarn-under then finishing yarn-over - which affects final doll size compared to pure V-shaped stitching.

Do I need to make all the accessories or can I skip some?

The ears are specifically noted as optional since they'll be hidden by hair. The vest, coat, belt, umbrella and lantern are all signature elements that complete the character's iconic look, though technically you could create a simpler version without them. The wire armature is essential for stability and posability.

How do I ensure the legs are stable enough to support the doll?

Cut cardboard or plastic insoles using the crocheted sole as a template, making them 2mm smaller than the outline so they fit inside. Insert these into the feet along with the wire armature before stuffing. The combination of reinforced soles, proper wire placement bent at right angles, and firm stuffing---creates the necessary stability.

What if my coat doesn't fit properly around the doll?

The pattern notes that if your doll's waist circumference is longer than 28cm, you should use a larger hook (2.5mm or 2.25mm) and try the clothes on as you crochet. The pattern includes many increase rows that you can adjust based on your specific doll's measurements.