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Hermione Granger & Crookshanks Amigurumi Pattern

Hermione Granger & Crookshanks Amigurumi Pattern
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About This Hermione Granger & Crookshanks Amigurumi Pattern

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This set is the ultimate project for anyone who loves high-detail amigurumi. It’s a wonderful way to practice complex construction and surface embroidery, resulting in a professional-quality doll that looks stunning on any shelf.

Why You'll Love This Hermione Granger & Crookshanks Amigurumi Pattern

I honestly think the hair is the best part—it’s so satisfying to see those curls take shape! Plus, making the tiny accessories like the scarf and the little book makes the whole character really come to life in your hands. It feels like you're actually preparing her for a day at school.

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I remember the first time I tried to tackle a character as iconic as Hermione. I was so worried about getting her hair just right! It’s that wild, bushy look that really defines her, isn’t it? When I was designing the hairpiece for this pattern, I experimented with a few different methods before landing on this layered approach. It takes a bit of patience to glue or sew each strand, but the way it frames her face makes all that effort totally worth it.

One thing I’ve learned while making these dolls is that the accessories are where the magic really happens. That tiny book? It’s not just a prop; it’s a little piece of her personality. I love the idea of her carrying 'A History of Magic' or a book of advanced potions. If you’re feeling extra creative, you could even embroider a tiny title on the cover! And don't even get me started on Crookshanks. Adding a little wire to his tail means you can give him that perfect, sassy feline pose. It's those small, thoughtful touches that turn a simple crochet project into a cherished keepsake that tells a story.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ When joining the legs at Round 25, make sure your starting point is centered at the back, or the doll's toes might point slightly inward or outward.✗ The hair strands in the first round vary in length; if you mix up the count for the bangs, they might end up covering her eyes too much.✗ If you don't stuff the inner neck piece firmly enough before inserting it, the head may become wobbly once the hair is attached.✗ While working the skirt's BLO rows, keep your tension even, or the pleats won't sit flat against the doll's hips.

Hermione Granger & Crookshanks Amigurumi Pattern

This project is a total labor of love for any fan of the wizarding world. You're not just making a doll; you're crafting a little piece of magic, complete with her signature bushy hair, school robes, and her grumpy yet lovable orange cat. I've put a lot of heart into ensuring the details—like the tiny book and striped scarf—feel just right for your collection.

Advanced 10-12 Hours

Materials Needed for Hermione Granger & Crookshanks Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Cotton fingering weight yarn in white
  • 02
    Cotton fingering weight yarn in skin tone
  • 03
    Cotton fingering weight yarn in yellow
  • 04
    Cotton fingering weight yarn in orange
  • 05
    Cotton fingering weight yarn in red
  • 06
    Cotton fingering weight yarn in grey
  • 07
    Cotton fingering weight yarn in dark grey
  • 08
    Cotton fingering weight yarn in brown
  • 09
    Cotton fingering weight yarn in dark brown
  • 10
    Cotton fingering weight yarn in black

— Tools Required

  • 01
    1.6 mm, 2.25 mm, and 2.5 mm crochet hooks
  • 02
    Embroidery thread in yellow, red, brown, and black
  • 03
    Two 8 mm black half-beads for Hermione's eyes
  • 04
    Two 6 mm black half-beads for the cat's eyes
  • 05
    One 5 mm black bead for the robe closure
  • 06
    High-quality polyester fiberfill
  • 07
    Sewing needle and scissors
  • 08
    Strong fabric glue
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    Soft wire for the cat's tail

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— 1. Left Arm :

Round 1 :

Using skin yarn, create a magic ring and work 6 sc (6)

Round 2 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (9)

Round 3 :

Work 1 sc in every stitch around (9)

Round 4 :

3 sc, 1 puff stitch, 1 sc, 1 inv dec, 2 sc (8)

Round 5-19 :

Switch to grey yarn and work 1 sc in each stitch for 15 rounds. Add fiberfill as you go (8)

Info :

Finish off and leave a long strand for sewing.

— 2. Right Arm :

Round 1 :

Using skin yarn, create a magic ring and work 6 sc (6)

Round 2 :

Repeat (1 sc, 1 inc) 3 times (9)

Round 3 :

Work 1 sc in every stitch around (9)

Round 4 :

1 inv dec, 1 sc, 1 puff stitch, 5 sc (8)

Round 5-19 :

Switch to grey yarn and work 1 sc in each stitch for 15 rounds. Add fiberfill as you go (8)

Info :

Finish off and leave a long strand for sewing.

— 3. Inner Neck Support :

Round 1 :

Using skin yarn, create a magic ring and work 6 sc (6)

Round 2-10 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch for 9 rounds (6)

Info :

Finish off, stuff firmly with fiberfill, and weave the tail through the front loops to close.

— 4. Left Leg :

Round 1 :

Using black yarn, ch 7. Start in 2nd ch: 1 inc, 4 sc, 5 sc in the last ch, then work on the other side: 4 sc, 1 inc (17)

Round 2 :

1 sc, 1 inc, 4 sc, 5 x 1 inc, 4 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc (24)

Round 3 :

In BLO, work 1 sc in each stitch around (24)

Round 4 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (24)

Round 5 :

7 sc, 5 x 1 inv dec, 7 sc (19)

Round 6 :

Change to grey. 5 sc, 2 x 1 inv dec, 1 sc, 2 x 1 inv dec, 5 sc (15)

Round 7 :

3 sc, 2 x 1 hdc dec, 1 hdc, 2 x 1 hdc dec, 3 sc (11)

Round 8-10 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch for 3 rounds. Stuff the foot area (11)

Round 11 :

1 inc, 10 sc (12)

Round 12 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (12)

Round 13 :

1 sc, 1 inc, 10 sc (13)

Round 14 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (13)

Round 15 :

2 sc, switch to skin yarn. In BLO: 1 inv dec, 9 sc (12)

Round 16 :

In BLO work 2 sc, then in both loops work 10 sc (12)

Round 17 :

2 sc, 1 inv dec, 3 sc, 3 x 1 inc, 2 sc (14)

Round 18 :

2 sc, 1 inc, 3 sc, 3 x 1 inv dec, 2 sc (12)

Round 19 :

2 sc, 1 inc, 9 sc (13)

Round 20 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (13)

Round 21 :

5 sc, 1 inc, 4 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc (15)

Round 22-23 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch for 2 rounds (15)

Round 24 :

5 sc, switch to white, 10 sc (15)

Info :

Fasten off and stuff with fiberfill.

— 5. Right Leg & Shoe Soles :

Right Leg :

Follow the instructions for the Left Leg from Round 1 to 24. Do not cut the yarn after Round 24.

Sole (Make 2) :

Using black yarn, ch 7. Start in 2nd ch: 1 inc, 4 sc, 5 sc in last ch, work on other side: 4 sc, 1 inc (17)

Sole Round 2 :

1 sc, 1 inc, 4 sc, 5 x 1 inc, 4 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc (24)

Assembly :

Use sl st to join the sole to the FLO of Round 3 on the leg.

— 6. Body :

Round 25 :

From the right leg, work 9 sc, then ch 3. Join to the 2nd stitch of the left leg. Work 15 sc on the left leg, 3 sc along the chain, 15 sc on the right leg, and 3 sc on the other side of the chain (36)

Round 26 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (36)

Round 27 :

7 sc, 1 inv dec, 16 sc, 1 inv dec, 9 sc (34)

Round 28 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (34)

Round 29 :

Change to grey. Work 1 sc in each stitch around (34)

Round 30 :

In BLO: 6 sc, 1 inv dec, 15 sc, 1 inv dec, 9 sc (32)

Round 31 :

Change to red. Work 1 sc in each stitch around (32)

Round 32 :

Change to grey. Work 1 sc in each stitch around (32)

Round 33 :

6 sc, 1 inv dec, 14 sc, 1 inv dec, 8 sc (30)

Round 34-35 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch for 2 rounds (30)

Round 36 :

6 sc, 1 inv dec, 13 sc, 1 inv dec, 7 sc (28)

Round 37 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (28)

Round 38 :

6 sc, 1 inv dec, 11 sc, 1 inv dec, 7 sc (26)

Round 39 :

5 sc, 1 inv dec, 11 sc, 1 inv dec, 6 sc (24)

Round 40 :

5 sc on body, join left arm: start at 2nd st of arm and work 7 sc (skip last st of arm and 1 st on body), 11 sc on body, join right arm: start at 6th st of arm and work 7 sc (skip last st of arm and 1 st on body), 6 sc on body (36)

Round 41 :

2 sc, 1 inv dec, (4 sc, 1 inv dec) x 2, 1 sc, switch to white: 2 sc, switch to grey: 1 sc, 1 inv dec, (4 sc, 1 inv dec) x 2, 2 sc (30)

Round 42 :

(Grey) 13 sc, (White) 4 sc, (Grey) 13 sc (30)

Round 43 :

(Grey) (3 sc, 1 inv dec) x 2, 2 sc, (White) 1 sc, 1 inv dec, 3 sc, (Grey) 1 inv dec, (3 sc, 1 inv dec) x 2 (24)

Round 44 :

(White) (2 sc, 1 inv dec) x 6 (18)

Round 45 :

(White) (1 sc, 1 inv dec) x 6 (12)

Round 46 :

Switch to skin yarn. In BLO: (4 sc, 1 inv dec) x 2 (10)

Round 47-48 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch for 2 rounds (10)

Note :

Sew any gaps under the arms closed before continuing to the head.

— 7. Shirt Collar & Head :

Collar Step 1 :

Using 1.6mm hook and yellow thread, work surface crochet around the white section. Follow with red thread surface crochet just below the yellow line.

Collar Step 2 :

Embroider a red tie with yellow diagonal stripes over the white chest area.

Collar Step 3 :

Using 2.25mm hook and white yarn, join at the center of Round 46. Work: ch 1, (2 sc, 1 inc) x 2, 1 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc, 1 sc in same st as start, turn (17)

Collar Step 4 :

ch 1, 8 sc, 1 inc, 8 sc (18). Fasten off and weave in ends.

Info :

Insert the stuffed inner neck support into the body cavity.

Round 49 :

Continue from the body. In FLO: 10 x 1 inc (20)

Round 50 :

(1 sc, 1 inc) x 10 (30)

Round 51 :

2 sc, 1 inc, (4 sc, 1 inc) x 5, 2 sc (36)

Round 52 :

(5 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (42)

Round 53 :

3 sc, 1 inc, (6 sc, 1 inc) x 5, 3 sc (48)

Round 54 :

(7 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (54)

Round 55-65 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch for 11 rounds (54)

Round 66 :

(7 sc, 1 inv dec) x 6 (48)

Round 67 :

3 sc, 1 inv dec, (6 sc, 1 inv dec) x 5, 3 sc (42)

Round 68 :

(5 sc, 1 inv dec) x 6 (36)

Round 69 :

2 sc, 1 inv dec, (4 sc, 1 inv dec) x 5, 2 sc (30)

Round 70 :

(3 sc, 1 inv dec) x 6 (24)

Round 71 :

1 sc, 1 inv dec, (2 sc, 1 inv dec) x 5, 1 sc (18)

Round 72 :

(1 sc, 1 inv dec) x 6 (12)

Round 73 :

6 x 1 inv dec (6)

Info :

Stuff firmly and weave the tail through the front loops to close the head.

— 8. Ears & Skirt :

Ears :

Using skin yarn, ch 2. In 2nd ch: (1 sc, 2 hdc, 1 sc) in one stitch (4). Fasten off and leave a tail.

Skirt Row 1 :

Using dark grey, ch 9. Start in 2nd ch: 5 sc, 3 hdc, turn (8)

Skirt Row 2 :

ch 2, in BLO: 6 hdc, 2 sc, turn (8)

Skirt Row 3 :

ch 1, in BLO: 5 sc, 3 hdc, turn (8)

Skirt Row 4-31 :

Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until you reach 31 rows total.

Skirt Row 32 :

ch 2, in BLO: 6 hdc, 2 sc (8)

Assembly :

sl st to join Row 1 and 32. Sew the top edge of the skirt to Round 30 of the body. Surface crochet with yellow thread between Rounds 31 and 32, and with grey yarn between Rounds 29 and 30.

— 9. Gryffindor Robe :

Row 1 :

Using black yarn, ch 35. Start in 3rd ch: 33 hdc, turn (33)

Row 2 :

ch 5, starting in the 33rd st of Row 1: (1 hdc inc, 15 hdc) x 2, 1 hdc inc, turn (36)

Row 3 :

ch 2, 1 hdc inc, 31 hdc, (Yellow) 1 hdc, (Red) 1 hdc, (Black) 1 hdc, 1 hdc inc, turn (38)

Row 4 :

ch 1, 1 inc, 1 sc, (Yellow) 1 sc, (Red) 1 sc, (Black) 2 sc, ch 6, skip 8 sts, 10 sc, ch 6, skip 8 sts, 5 sc, 1 inc, turn (24)

Row 5 :

ch 2, 7 hdc, 6 hdc in chains, 10 hdc, 6 hdc in chains, 7 hdc, turn (36)

Row 6 :

ch 2, 1 hdc inc, 34 hdc, 1 hdc inc, turn (38)

Row 7 :

ch 2, work 1 hdc in each st, turn (38)

Row 8 :

ch 2, 1 hdc inc, 36 hdc, 1 hdc inc, turn (40)

Row 9 :

ch 2, work 1 hdc in each st, turn (40)

Row 10 :

ch 2, 1 hdc inc, 38 hdc, 1 hdc inc, turn (42)

Row 11 :

ch 2, work 1 hdc in each st, turn (42)

Row 12 :

ch 2, 1 hdc inc, 40 hdc, 1 hdc inc, turn (44)

Row 13 :

ch 2, work 1 hdc in each st, turn (44)

Row 14 :

ch 2, 1 hdc inc, 42 hdc, 1 hdc inc, turn (46)

Row 15 :

ch 2, work 1 hdc in each st, turn (46)

Row 16 :

ch 2, 1 hdc inc, 44 hdc, 1 hdc inc, turn (48)

Row 17 :

ch 2, work 1 hdc in each st, turn (48)

Row 18 :

ch 2, 1 hdc inc, 46 hdc, 1 hdc inc, turn (50)

Row 19 :

ch 2, work 1 hdc in each st, turn (50)

Row 20 :

ch 1, 1 inc, 48 sc, 1 inc, turn (52)

Row 21 :

ch 1, 4 sc, 4 hdc, 4 dc, 28 tr, 4 dc, 4 hdc, 4 sc, turn (52)

Row 22 :

ch 1, 1 inc, 4 sc, 4 hdc, 3 dc, 1 dc inc, 6 dc, 1 dc inc, 12 dc, 1 dc inc, 6 dc, 1 dc inc, 3 dc, 4 hdc, 4 sc, 1 inc (58)

Robe Sleeves :

Join black yarn at the armhole. Round 1-2: 18 hdc, sl st. Round 3: 13 hdc, 1 hdc inc, 1 hdc, 1 hdc inc, 2 hdc, sl st (20). Round 4: 20 hdc, sl st. Round 5: 13 hdc, 1 hdc inc, 2 hdc, 1 hdc inc, 3 hdc, sl st (22). Round 6: 22 hdc, sl st. Round 7: 13 hdc, 1 hdc inc, 3 hdc, 1 hdc inc, 4 hdc, sl st (24). Round 8: 24 hdc, sl st. Round 9: 24 sc, sl st. Round 10: 2 dc, 16 dc, 2 hdc, 4 sc, 2 hdc, sl st (24).

Info :

Sew a 5mm black bead to the right side between Rows 2 and 3 for the robe closure.

— 10. Scarf :

Row 1 :

Using red yarn, ch 6. Start in 3rd ch: 4 hdc, turn (4)

Row 2 :

ch 2, 4 hdc, turn (4)

Row 3-4 :

Switch to yellow. ch 2, 4 hdc for 2 rows (4)

Row 5-6 :

Switch to red. ch 2, 4 hdc for 2 rows (4)

Info :

Repeat the color changes until you reach 50 rows total. Add tassels to each end.

— 11. Hairpiece :

Round 1 :

Using brown yarn, create a magic ring and work 7 sc (7)

Round 2 :

In BLO: 2 sc in each stitch around (14)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, 1 inc) x 7 (21)

Round 4 :

1 sc, 1 inc, (2 sc, 1 inc) x 6, 1 sc (28)

Strand 1 :

ch 42, hdc 40 from 3rd ch. sl st in 28th st of Rnd 4 (40)

Strand 2-16 :

ch 42, hdc 40 from 3rd ch. sl st in same st of Rnd 4 (40)

Strand 17 :

ch 16, hdc 14 from 3rd ch. sl st in 12th st of Rnd 4 (14)

Strand 18 :

ch 42, hdc 40 from 3rd ch. sl st in 11th st of Rnd 4 (40)

Strand 19-26 :

ch 13, hdc 11 from 3rd ch. sl st in same st of Rnd 4 (11)

Strand 27 :

ch 42, hdc 40 from 3rd ch. sl st in 2nd st of Rnd 4 (40)

Strand 28 :

ch 16, hdc 14 from 3rd ch. sl st in 1st st of Rnd 4 (14)

Hair Round 2 :

Join brown yarn in FLO of Rnd 2 at 7th st. Create 8 strands: ch 42, hdc 40. Work 2 strands per stitch. Strands 1, 3, 5, 7 sl st in same st; Strands 2, 4, 6, 8 sl st in next st. Skip first 3 sts of Rnd 2.

— 12. Book :

Pages (Make 3) :

Using white, ch 7. Start in 2nd ch: 6 sc, turn. For 5 more rows: ch 1, 6 sc, turn (6). Sew the three pages together.

Cover :

Using dark brown, ch 8. Start in 2nd ch: 7 sc, turn. For 5 more rows: ch 1, 7 sc, turn (7). Row 7: ch 3, in FLO: 7 tr, turn. Row 8: ch 1, in FLO: 7 sc, turn. Row 9-13: ch 1, 7 sc, turn. Glue or sew pages to the spine area.

— 13. Crookshanks (Cat) Head :

Round 1 :

Using orange yarn, create a magic ring and work 6 sc (6)

Round 2 :

Work 2 sc in each stitch around (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

1 sc, 1 inc, (2 sc, 1 inc) x 5, 1 sc (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (30)

Round 6 :

2 sc, 1 inc, (4 sc, 1 inc) x 5, 2 sc (36)

Round 7-11 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch for 5 rounds (36)

Round 12 :

2 sc, 1 inv dec, (4 sc, 1 inv dec) x 5, 2 sc (30)

Round 13 :

(3 sc, 1 inv dec) x 6 (24)

Round 14 :

1 sc, 1 inv dec, (2 sc, 1 inv dec) x 5, 1 sc (18)

Round 15 :

(1 sc, 1 inv dec) x 6 (12)

Round 16 :

6 x 1 inv dec (6)

Info :

Stuff firmly and close.

— 14. Cat Body & Limbs :

Body Round 1-4 :

Using orange, follow Head Rounds 1-4 (24)

Body Round 5-6 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch for 2 rounds (24)

Front Legs :

Rnd 1: MR, 4 sc. Rnd 2: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 2 (6). Rnd 3: 1 inc, 5 sc (7). Rnd 4: 1 inc, 1 inv dec, 4 sc (7). Make 2.

Body Round 7 :

Join legs to body: (2 sc, 1 inv dec) x 2, 2 sc, 5 sc on first leg, 1 sc on body, 5 sc on second leg, (2 sc, 1 inv dec) x 2, 1 sc (26)

Body Round 8 :

(3 sc, 1 inv dec) x 2, (2 sc, 1 inv dec) x 2, 3 sc, 1 inv dec, 3 sc (21)

Body Round 9 :

Work 1 sc in each stitch around (21)

Body Round 10 :

(5 sc, 1 inv dec) x 3 (18)

Body Round 11 :

(1 sc, 1 inv dec) x 6 (12)

Back Legs :

Using orange, ch 2. In 2nd ch: (1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 sc) in one stitch (3). Make 2 and sew to Round 5.

Tail :

Rnd 1: MR, 5 sc. Rnd 2-14: 5 sc. Insert wire and sew to Round 3 of the body.

Cat Ears :

Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc. Rnd 2: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 3 (9). Rnd 3: 1 sc, 1 inc, (2 sc, 1 inc) x 2, 1 sc (12). Make 2 and sew to head.

Assembly Instructions

  • Insert the stuffed inner neck piece into the body cavity to provide structural support for the head.
  • Position the ears between rounds 56 and 58 of the head, ensuring they are spaced 5 stitches apart.
  • Layer the hair strands by pinning the first round to the head before securing with fabric glue, then adding the second round for volume.
  • Embroider the facial details, including the nose between rounds 55 and 56 and the eyebrows two rounds above the eyes.
  • Attach the cat's head to its body at round 11, then sew the front and back legs into a stable standing position.
  • Slide the finished skirt onto the body and secure it by sewing the top edge to round 30 of the torso.
  • Place the Gryffindor robe over her shoulders and fasten the bead closure, then wrap the scarf around her neck.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use the 'half-color change' method to keep the transitions between the socks, legs, and torso looking sharp and professional.
  • 💡When working the surface crochet for the collar, keep your stitches slightly loose so you don't distort the shape of the neck.
  • 💡The wire in the cat's tail is optional but highly recommended if you want to achieve that iconic 'S' curve.
  • 💡Always use a stitch marker in the last stitch of your rounds, as most of this project is worked in a continuous spiral.
  • 💡If using safety eyes instead of beads, insert them between rounds 57 and 58, spaced 10 stitches apart, before stuffing the head.

You’ve done it! Bringing such a beloved character to life with just a hook and some yarn is no small feat. I hope you feel a sense of pride every time you look at your finished Hermione and her faithful Crookshanks. They make such a charming pair, and the level of detail you’ve put into the robe, the scarf, and that tiny book really shows off your skills as a maker. Whether she's heading to a bookshelf or joining your amigurumi collection, she's sure to be the star of the show. Keep that creative spark glowing, and I can't wait to see what you decide to crochet next! 🧶✨📖

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FAQs

Can I use safety eyes instead of half-beads?

Absolutely! Just make sure to insert 8mm safety eyes around round 58 of the head before you finish stuffing and closing it up.

What if I don't have a 1.6mm hook for the collar?

You can use your 2.25mm hook, but try to keep your surface stitches very tight so the collar doesn't look too bulky compared to the neck.

My cat isn't standing up straight, what should I do?

Check the 'Body' section instructions for the cat. Pulling the yarn tight through the bottom indentation creates a flat base that helps the amigurumi balance.

Is the robe removable?

Yes, the robe is designed as a separate piece with a bead closure, so you can dress and undress the doll as you like.

How do I get the hair strands to stay in place?

I recommend pinning all strands for the first round exactly where you want them first. Once you're happy with the placement, use a small amount of fabric glue on the top half of each strand.