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Iris Flower Doll Amigurumi Pattern

Iris Flower Doll Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive knitting.

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About This Iris Flower Doll Amigurumi Pattern

Iris Flower Doll Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

This pattern includes detailed instructions for creating every element, from the carefully shaped head with safety eyes to the whimsical flower petal accessories that adorn the body. The combination of multiple yarn colors creates beautiful depth and visual interest throughout the design.

Why You'll Love This Iris Flower Doll Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines so many techniques into one gorgeous project! The flower theme is beautifully executed through the petal accessories and color choices, creating a truly unique doll. I appreciate how the wire framework allows for poseable limbs, adding an extra level of customization. The cascading pink hair made with slip stitch strands gives such a beautiful flowing effect, and the detailed outfit with its layered skirt and delicate trim makes this doll feel like a complete work of art. It's a project that challenges your skills while rewarding you with an absolutely stunning finished piece.

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Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with this pattern to create unique variations! One of my favorite modifications is changing the flower theme entirely—imagine creating a sunflower doll with golden yellow petals and brown accents, or a romantic rose version with deep red petals and green leaves. You could also adjust the hair by making it shorter with fewer strands for a bob cut, or even creating a braided style by working the strands differently.

Another fun variation is adding accessories like a tiny crocheted flower crown, a small basket, or even miniature garden tools to enhance the flower theme. I've seen crafters add wire butterflies or embroidered details to the skirt for extra whimsy. You could also make the doll seasonal—add a small cape for autumn, or snowflake embellishments for winter. The outfit is completely customizable too; try making pants instead of a skirt, or add a little vest or cardigan.

For a completely different look, consider making multiple dolls in different sizes by adjusting your yarn weight and hook size—create a whole garden of flower friends! Some makers even add facial features like freckles or rosy cheeks with colored pencils or blush. The possibilities are truly endless, and each modification makes the doll uniquely yours!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to stuff the limbs gradually as you crochet can make it difficult to achieve even filling later ✗ Not inserting wire into arms and legs before closing can result in floppy limbs that won't hold poses ✗ Skipping the back loop only stitches where indicated will change the texture and appearance of clothing details ✗ Placing safety eyes too high or too low on the head can drastically change the doll's expression and appearance ✗ Not leaving long enough yarn tails for sewing can make assembly frustrating and may require reattaching yarn ✗ Attaching the wig without proper positioning relative to the eyes will throw off the entire facial proportions

Iris Flower Doll Amigurumi Pattern

Create your own enchanting Iris Flower Doll with this beautiful amigurumi pattern! This 29 cm tall doll features a whimsical flower-inspired design with a gorgeous pink wig, delicate purple and white outfit, and charming floral details. Perfect for intermediate crocheters looking to expand their skills, this pattern combines detailed construction techniques with creative embellishments. The doll includes poseable arms and legs with wire support, a flowing skirt with decorative details, and adorable petal-like accessories that bring the flower theme to life.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Iris Flower Doll Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Etrofil Gurme nude color 72040
  • 02
    Alize Diva white 62
  • 03
    Alize Diva purple 622
  • 04
    Alize Diva lilac 158
  • 05
    Yarnart Jeans pink 20
  • 06
    Small amount of green yarn for leaves

— Tools Required

  • 01
    1.50 mm crochet hook
  • 02
    1.75 mm crochet hook
  • 03
    8 mm blue safety eyes
  • 04
    Wire approximately 40 cm long for body and neck
  • 05
    Fiberfill stuffing
  • 06
    Tapestry needle
  • 07
    Scissors
  • 08
    White, brown and black embroidery thread for face details

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— Arms :

Round 1 :

6 sc in mr with nude color yarn (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3-5 :

12 sc (3 rows) (12)

Round 6 :

2*(4 sc, dec) (10)

Round 7-33 :

10 sc (27 rows) (10)

Infos :

Stuff the arms very slightly. You can insert wire inside the arms. Cut your yarn and fasten off.

— Legs :

Round 1 :

6 sc in mr with lilac color yarn (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3-7 :

12 sc (5 rows) (12)

Round 8 :

For the heel ch 1 and turn, only crochet 5 sc

Round 9 :

Ch 1 and turn, 5 sc

Round 10 :

12 sc (heel 5 sc + foot 7 sc) (12)

Round 11-12 :

12 sc (2 rows) (12)

Round 13 :

1 dec (side), 4 sc, 1 dec (side), 4 sc (10)

Round 14 :

10 sc (10)

Round 15 :

2 sc, inc (back/middle), 7 sc (11)

Round 16 :

11 sc (11)

Round 17 :

3 sc, inc (back/middle), 7 sc (12)

Round 18 :

12 sc (12)

Round 19 :

4 sc, inc (back/middle), 7 sc (13)

Round 20 :

13 sc (13)

Round 21 :

5 sc, inc (back/middle), 7 sc (14)

Round 22 :

14 sc (14)

Round 23 :

6 sc, inc (back/middle), 7 sc (15)

Round 24 :

BLO 15 sc with nude color yarn (15)

Round 25 :

7 sc, inc (back/middle), 7 sc (16)

Round 26-34 :

16 sc (9 rows) (16)

Round 35 :

4 inc (front/knee), 12 sc (20)

Round 36 :

20 sc (20)

Round 37 :

12 sc, 2 dec (back/middle), 4 sc (18)

Round 38-54 :

18 sc (17 rows) (18)

Round 55 :

Crochet only 5 sc and finish the first leg (inside/middle)

Infos :

You can insert wire inside the legs. Stuff the legs firmly as you go. The places of increases and decreases are indicated. You've finished the first leg. Cut your yarn and fasten off. Crochet the second leg in the same way and continue to body. Attach your purple yarn to the 24th row of the legs and crochet 15*(ch 4, slst to the next st). Complete the row.

— Body :

Round 1 :

Ch 3 and join two legs with white yarn (Your joining stitch should be on the back side of the doll) 18 sc from left leg, 3 sc on ch 3, 18 sc from right leg, 3 sc on ch 3 (42)

Round 2 :

42 sc (42)

Round 3 :

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

Round 4-9 :

48 sc (6 rows) (48)

Round 10 :

6*(6 sc, dec) (42)

Round 11-12 :

42 sc (2 rows) (42)

Round 13 :

BLO 42 sc (42)

Round 14 :

6*(5 sc, dec) with lilac yarn (36)

Round 15 :

BLO 36 sc (36)

Round 16-25 :

36 sc (10 rows) (36)

Round 26 :

10 sc from body, 5 sc arm+body (together), 13 sc body, 5 sc arm+body (together), 3 sc body (36)

Round 27 :

10 sc body, 5 sc only arm, 13 sc body, 5 sc only arm, 3 sc body (36)

Round 28 :

BLO 6*(4 sc, dec) with nude color yarn (30)

Round 29 :

6*(3 sc, dec) (24)

Round 30 :

6*(2 sc, dec) (18)

Round 31 :

3*(4 sc, dec) (15)

Round 32-34 :

15 sc (3 rows) (15)

Infos :

After this row, continue crocheting by joining arms to the body. You've finished the body. Leave enough long yarn tail to sew and fasten off. Attach your white yarn to the 3rd row of the body and crochet 48*(ch 4, 1 slst to the next st). Complete underwear details. Stuff the body firmly while crocheting. Place the wire inside body & neck part.

— Head :

Round 1 :

6 sc in mr with nude color yarn (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

6*(sc, inc) (18)

Round 4 :

6*(2 sc, inc) (24)

Round 5 :

6*(3 sc, inc) (30)

Round 6 :

6*(4 sc, inc) (36)

Round 7 :

6*(5 sc, inc) (42)

Round 8 :

6*(6 sc, inc) (48)

Round 9 :

6*(7 sc, inc) (54)

Round 10 :

6*(8 sc, inc) (60)

Round 11-21 :

60 sc (11 rows) (60)

Round 22 :

4*(14 sc, inc) (64)

Round 23-26 :

64 sc (4 rows) (64)

Round 27 :

8*(6 sc, dec) (56)

Round 28 :

8*(5 sc, dec) (48)

Round 29 :

8*(4 sc, dec) (40)

Round 30 :

8*(3 sc, dec) (32)

Round 31 :

8*(2 sc, dec) (24)

Round 32 :

6*(2 sc, dec) (18)

Round 33 :

3*(4 sc, dec) (15)

Infos :

Insert the safety eyes between round 19 and 20 leaving a space of 10 sc between them. Stuff the head firmly as you go. Leave enough long yarn tail to sew. Embroider the eyebrows and eyelash with brown and black embroidery thread. Embroider nose in the middle of the eyes with nude color yarn.

— Ears :

Round 1 :

7 hdc, slst in mr with nude color yarn

Info :

Leave enough long yarn tail to sew. After placing the wig on the head, sew the ears. Leave 6 sc between ears and eyes.

— Wig :

Round 1 :

6 sc in mr with pink yarn (6)

Round 2 :

BLO 6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

BLO 6*(sc, inc) (18)

Round 4 :

BLO 6*(2 sc, inc) (24)

Round 5 :

BLO 6*(3 sc, inc) (30)

Round 6 :

BLO 6*(4 sc, inc) (36)

Round 7 :

BLO 6*(5 sc, inc) (42)

Round 8 :

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

Infos :

Use 1.75 mm crochet hook for the wig. Crochet all the rows in BLO stitches. You've finished the wig. Continue to crochet hair strands without cutting your pink yarn. For the first row (8th row of the wig) ch 45, from the 2nd sc 44 slst, skip 1 sc, 1 slst to the next sc. You've made the first hair strand. Complete the row in the same way (24 hair strands in total). Skip 1 row and continue to crocheting hair strands to the 6th row of the wig. Ch 47, from the 2nd sc 46 slst, skip 1 sc, 1 slst to the next sc. Complete the row in the same way (18 hair strands in total). Skip 1 row and continue to crocheting hair strands to the 4th row of the wig. Ch 49, from the 2nd sc 48 slst, skip 1 sc, 1 slst to the next sc. Complete the row in the same way (12 hair strands in total). Skip 1 row and continue to crocheting hair strands to the 2nd row of the wig. Ch 51, from the 2nd sc 50 slst, skip 1 sc, 1 slst to the next sc. Complete the row in the same way (6 hair strands in total). Sew the wig 11 rows above the eyes.

— Skirt :

Round 1 :

Attach your white yarn to the 13th row of the body and crochet 42 dc inc, slst (84)

Round 2-11 :

Ch 1, 84 dc, slst (10 rows) (84)

Round 12 :

Attach your lilac yarn for the last row of skirt. 1 sc, skip 2 sc, into the same sc (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc), complete the row in the same way

— Leaves :

Round 1 :

With lilac yarn ch 15, from the 2nd sc 1 sc, 2 hdc, 3 dc, 4 trc, 2 dc, 1 hdc, inc to the last sc, on the opposite side 2 sc, 1 hdc, 2 dc, 4 trc, 2 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, slst

Round 2 :

Ch 1, 1 sc, inc, hdc inc, hdc, dc, dc inc, trc, trc inc, 2 trc, dc inc, hdc, hdc inc, 1 sc, inc, inc, hdc inc, hdc, 2 dc, dc inc, dc, dc inc, dc, hdc inc, hdc, inc, 1 sc, slst

Round 3 :

With purple yarn crochet 1 single crochet around the piece

Infos :

Crochet 6 pieces and leave enough long yarn tail to sew. Increases will be crocheted in the same st. You may embroider the leaves with green yarn. Place the leaves onto the body as shown in the picture (just above the skirt) (2 pieces on the front, 2 pieces on the back, 2 pieces on the sides) Sew the leaves to the body only from the ends. Attach your lilac yarn to the 15th row of the body to complete the skirt detail and crochet 36 dc inc, slst (just above the leaves). Fasten off. Attach your lilac yarn 28th row of the body to complete arm detail and 30 dc inc, slst. Fasten off.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the completed head to the body by inserting the neck portion (rounds 32-34) into the opening at the top of the body, ensuring wire runs through both parts for stability
  • Attach the arms to the body at round 26-27 where indicated, crocheting them together with the body stitches as described in the pattern
  • Place the wig on the head 11 rows above the eyes and sew securely all around, then attach the ears leaving 6 sc space between the ears and eyes
  • Attach white yarn to the 13th row of the body to begin the skirt, working 42 double crochet increases and continuing for 11 rounds before adding the decorative lilac trim
  • Create 6 leaf pieces and position them around the body just above the skirt (2 front, 2 back, 2 sides), sewing only at the ends to allow movement
  • Add the skirt detail by attaching lilac yarn to the 15th row and working 36 dc increases, then add arm details at the 28th row with 30 dc increases
  • Complete all embroidery details on the face including eyebrows, eyelashes, and nose, and attach the purple decorative trim to the 24th row of the legs

Important Notes

  • 💡Use 1.50 mm hook for the entire doll except the wig which requires 1.75 mm hook for proper texture
  • 💡All wig rounds must be worked in back loop only to create the proper base for hair strand attachment
  • 💡Insert wire into body, neck, and limbs before closing for poseable structure and stability
  • 💡Stuff the head and body firmly but limbs only slightly to maintain proper proportions and allow movement
  • 💡Safety eyes should be placed between rounds 19-20 with exactly 10 sc spacing for correct facial proportions
  • 💡Work all back loop only (BLO) stitches as indicated to create proper texture changes for clothing details
  • 💡Leave long yarn tails when finishing each piece to ensure secure attachment during assembly

This enchanting Iris Flower Doll pattern brings together the delicate beauty of nature with the timeless charm of amigurumi craftsmanship! The flowing pink hair, layered outfit, and whimsical petal accessories create a truly magical finished piece that's perfect for display or as a special gift. With detailed instructions for every component and helpful assembly guidance, you'll enjoy watching this beautiful doll come to life stitch by stitch. The combination of textures, colors, and decorative elements makes this an incredibly rewarding intermediate project. 🌸 Happy crocheting! 🧶✨

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FAQs

Can I make this doll without using wire inside?

Yes, you can make the doll without wire, but it won't be poseable. The wire allows the arms and legs to hold different positions and gives the neck stability. If you skip the wire, make sure to stuff the limbs more firmly to help them maintain their shape.

What size will my finished doll be if I use different yarn weight?

The pattern specifies the doll will be approximately 29 cm using the recommended yarns and hook sizes. If you use thicker yarn and a larger hook, your doll will be larger. Thinner yarn will create a smaller doll. Always make sure to adjust your hook size to match your yarn weight.

How do I make the hair strands lay nicely?

The hair strands are created using slip stitches which naturally create a rope-like texture. After completing all the strands, you can gently brush them with a soft brush or your fingers to separate them slightly. Some crafters also lightly steam them to help them lay flat and flow naturally.

Can I change the colors to create different flower themes?

Absolutely! This pattern works beautifully with any color combination. You could create a rose doll with red petals, a sunflower with yellow and brown, or a lotus with white and pink. Just maintain the same color placement structure for the best results.

Do I need to make the leaves exactly as written?

The leaf pattern creates the flower petal effect that makes this doll special, so following it as written is recommended. However, you can adjust the number of leaves or their placement if desired. Some crafters add extra leaves for a fuller look or use different colors for variety.

How do I attach the legs to the body securely?

The pattern has you crochet the legs separately, then join them together with chain stitches before continuing to work the body in the round. Make sure your joining stitch is on the back of the doll as specified, and work your stitches firmly around the entire circumference for a secure connection.