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Mrs. Claus Granny Amigurumi Pattern

Mrs. Claus Granny 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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All-Day Adventure

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

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Holiday Cheer

Festive fun for the season, bringing handmade magic to celebrations and creating new family traditions.

About This Mrs. Claus Granny Amigurumi Pattern

Mrs. Claus Granny Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect for holiday decorating or as a heartfelt handmade gift, this granny character captures the essence of cozy Christmas memories. The pattern includes helpful video links for tricky techniques and detailed assembly instructions to ensure your finished piece looks picture-perfect.

Why You'll Love This Mrs. Claus Granny Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love how this pattern combines traditional Christmas aesthetics with modern amigurumi techniques. The attention to detail in the facial features and the elegant white hair styling makes this granny truly special and full of personality. I appreciate that the pattern offers flexibility with yarn choices - you can make her in plush Himalaya Dolphin Baby for a cuddly 33cm version or in YarnArt Jeans for a smaller, more defined 17cm figure. The optional wire armature for poseable arms adds an interactive element that I find delightful, and the handmade wire glasses give her such character. What I really cherish is how this pattern includes thoughtful touches like the crab stitch edging on the apron and skirt, the layered hair assembly for realistic texture, and even instructions for blushing her cheeks. It's a pattern that rewards patience and precision with a truly heirloom-quality finished piece.

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Switch Things Up

I love how versatile this Mrs. Claus pattern can be with just a few creative tweaks! While the traditional red and white color scheme is absolutely classic, I've experimented with making her in different color palettes - imagine a sage green dress with cream accents for a more vintage aesthetic, or even pastel colors for a whimsical Easter granny version. You could easily transform this pattern by changing the hairstyle colors too; silver or gray yarn would give her a more realistic elderly appearance, while keeping the white creates that magical, snowy Christmas feel.

I've also found that the accessories offer wonderful opportunities for personalization. Instead of the simple apron, you could add embroidered details or even tiny pockets with miniature baked goods tucked inside. The glasses are another fun element to play with - you could make them in different shapes or even add tiny beads as decorative details on the frames. For a more modern twist, I've considered giving her a small crocheted handbag or a tiny book to hold, which adds character and tells a story.

The pattern's construction method is brilliant for modifications too. Since the body is worked from the legs up in one continuous piece, you could easily adjust the height by adding or removing rounds in the torso section. I've thought about making a taller, slimmer version or a shorter, rounder one just by playing with the increase and decrease rounds. The poseable wire arms are genius because they allow you to position her holding different items or waving, which completely changes the personality of the finished doll and makes each one truly unique!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during color changes can cause misalignment - always mark the beginning of rounds especially when switching between red and white yarns ✗ Overstuffing the neck area where arms attach creates stiffness - stuff this junction area loosely to maintain natural movement and proportion ✗ Not leaving long enough thread tails when finishing pieces makes assembly difficult - always leave at least 12 inches for sewing components together securely ✗ Placing facial features before fully assembling the head can result in asymmetry - pin all features first and view from multiple angles before embroidering permanently

Mrs. Claus Granny Amigurumi Pattern

Create a charming Mrs. Claus granny figure with this delightful amigurumi pattern. This adorable grandmother character features a traditional red dress with white apron, beautiful white hair styled in elegant buns, and sweet glasses perched on her nose. Standing at approximately 17 cm (6.7 inches) when made with YarnArt Jeans yarn, this pattern includes detailed instructions for creating every element from her cream-colored face with embroidered features to her brown shoes and festive red headband.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Mrs. Claus Granny Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Semi-cotton yarn (360 yds./3.5 Oz.) in white/ivory for hairstyle, apron, and sleeves
  • 02
    Semi-cotton yarn in cream for head, arms, legs, nose, and ears
  • 03
    Semi-cotton yarn in red for clothes and headband
  • 04
    Semi-cotton yarn in mustard for clothes
  • 05
    Semi-cotton yarn in green for ruffles on the apron
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    Semi-cotton yarn in brown for shoes
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    YarnArt Jeans or Alize Cotton Gold recommended
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    Alternative: Himalaya Dolphin Baby or YarnArt Dolce (131 yds/3.5 Oz.) for larger plush version

— Tools Required

  • 01
    2.2 mm crochet hook (for cotton yarn) or 3.5 mm hook (for plush yarn)
  • 02
    Thin black thread for embroidering facial features
  • 03
    Sewing needle to sew body parts
  • 04
    Stitch markers
  • 05
    Pins with large heads
  • 06
    Scissors
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    Fiber filling/stuffing
  • 08
    Metal wire D=1.5 mm for small glasses or D=2 mm for large glasses
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    Wire cutters
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    Optional: Aluminum or copper wire ~2 mm diameter for poseable arms
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    Optional: Band-aid or medical tape to wrap wire ends
  • 12
    Optional: Pink artistic pastel for blushing cheeks

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— Arms :

Info :

Make 2 pieces, cream yarn, stuff palm well but don't stuff rest of arm yet

Round 0 :

Chain 5

Round 1 :

Start in 2nd chain from hook: 3 SC, 3 SC into last chain, on other side: 2 SC, INC (10)

Round 2 :

(4 SC, INC) x 2 (12)

Round 3-4 :

2 rounds of 12 SC

Round 5 :

5 SC, PS, 6 SC (12)

Round 6 :

12 SC

Round 7 :

Change to white: 12 SC

Round 8 :

BLO: 12 SC

Round 9-10 :

Change to red: 2 rounds of 12 SC

Round 11-12 :

Change to white: 2 rounds of 12 SC

Round 13-14 :

Change to red: 2 rounds of 12 SC

Round 15-16 :

Change to white, fix and cut red thread: 2 rounds of 12 SC

Info :

Work several additional SC to side edge of detail when folding, fix and cut thread

— Sleeve Edge :

Info :

Go back to Round 7 of arm, attach white thread to free front loop

Round 1 :

FLO: (3 SC, INC) x 3 (15)

Round 2 :

15 SC, fix and cut thread, hide thread end inside arm

— Apron :

Info :

White yarn, make a turn and work turning CH at end of each row

Round 0 :

Chain 15

Row 1 :

Start in 2nd chain from hook: 14 SC

Row 2-5 :

4 rows of 14 SC

Row 6 :

Skip a St, 11 SC, DEC (12)

Row 7 :

Skip a St, 9 SC, DEC (10), fix thread and leave long end

Info :

Attach green thread to side upper corner, work side and bottom edges with crab stitch in reverse direction with CH between stitches, attach left white thread end between stitches, fix and cut thread

— Legs :

Info :

Start with brown yarn, make 2 details, stuff in process

Round 0 :

Chain 7

Round 1 :

Start in 2nd chain from hook: 5 SC, 3 SC into last chain, on other side: 4 SC, INC (14)

Round 2 :

INC, 4 SC, 3 INC, 4 SC, 2 INC (20)

Round 3 :

20 SC

Round 4 :

5 SC, 5 DEC, 5 SC (15)

Round 5 :

5 SC, 3 DEC, 4 SC (12)

Round 6 :

(3 SC, INC) x 3 (15), change to cream, don't cut brown thread

Round 7 :

BLO: 15 SC

Round 8 :

(4 SC, INC) x 3 (18)

Round 9 :

18 SC

Round 10 :

(5 SC, INC) x 3 (21), fix and cut thread

Info :

Go back to Round 6, attach brown thread to free front loop, work BLO 15 SC, join with SS first and last stitches, bring thread inside leg and fix

— Leg Connector (Middle Part) :

Info :

Mustard yarn, leave long thread end at beginning to connect legs

Round 1 :

10 SC in MR, don't fasten off

Info :

Mark 3 SC on sides of leg connector at distance of 2 SC, mark 3 SC on side inner parts of legs, place middle part between legs with continuation behind left leg side, middle part upwards

— Body-Head :

Info :

Continue with mustard thread from middle part, stuff in process, rounds start from Round 11 from left leg

Round 11 :

On left leg: 18 SC, on middle part: 2 SC, on right leg: 18 SC, on middle part: 2 SC (40)

Info :

Work each leg and middle part together with SS using mustard thread left at beginning

Round 12 :

(SC, INC) x 2, 8 SC, (SC, INC) x 6, 8 SC, (SC, INC) x 4 (52)

Round 13 :

(2 SC, INC) x 2, 8 SC, (2 SC, INC) x 6, 8 SC, (2 SC, INC) x 4 (64)

Round 14-24 :

11 rounds of 64 SC

Round 25 :

(3 SC, DEC) x 3, 34 SC, (DEC, 3 SC) x 3 (58)

Round 26 :

Change to red, don't cut mustard: 58 SC

Round 27 :

Change to white, fix and cut red: BLO: (2 SC, DEC) x 3, 34 SC, (DEC, 2 SC) x 3 (52)

Round 28 :

Mark 16 St in middle of belly for apron attachment: 18 SC, 16 SC with apron, 18 SC (52)

Round 29 :

Change to mustard, fix and cut white: BLO: (SC, DEC) x 3, 34 SC, (DEC, SC) x 3 (46)

Info :

In Round 30 attach arms, mark 6 SC on each arm for attachment with thumbs forward, mark 6 SC on body sides at distance of 18 SC on chest and 16 SC on back

Round 30 :

8 SC, 6 SC with arm, 18 SC, 6 SC with arm, 8 SC (46)

Round 31 :

8 SC, 6 SC on outer edge of arm, 18 SC, 6 SC on outer edge of arm, 8 SC (46)

Round 32 :

(14 SC, DEC) x 2, 14 SC (44)

Round 33 :

(9 SC, DEC) x 4 (40)

Round 34 :

(8 SC, DEC) x 4 (36)

Round 35 :

(4 SC, DEC) x 6 (30)

Round 36 :

(3 SC, DEC) x 6 (24)

Round 37 :

Change to cream, fix and cut mustard: BLO: 24 SC

Round 38 :

(SC, INC) x 12 (36)

Round 39 :

(2 SC, INC) x 12 (48)

Round 40 :

(7 SC, INC) x 6 (54)

Round 41-52 :

12 rounds of 54 SC

Round 53 :

(7 SC, DEC) x 6 (48)

Round 54 :

(6 SC, DEC) x 6 (42)

Round 55 :

(5 SC, DEC) x 6 (36)

Round 56 :

(4 SC, DEC) x 6 (30)

Round 57 :

(3 SC, DEC) x 6 (24)

Round 58 :

(2 SC, DEC) x 6 (18)

Round 59 :

(SC, DEC) x 6 (12)

Round 60 :

6 DEC (6), tighten hole, fix thread and hide inside

— Skirt :

Info :

Go back to Round 26 of body, turn body upside down, attach red thread at back to front free loop in Round 26, work in spiral

Round 1 :

FLO: 7 SC, INC, (6 SC, INC) x 6, 7 SC, INC (66)

Round 2 :

66 SC

Round 3 :

(10 SC, INC) x 6 (72)

Round 4-15 :

12 rounds of 72 SC

Round 16 :

Crab stitch in reverse direction: 72 SC, finish with straight line, hide thread end

— Apron Top :

Info :

Go back to Round 28 of body, mark 14 front loops in middle on belly, attach white thread to last marked front loop, make turn and work turning CH at end of each row

Row 1 :

14 SC

Row 2 :

Skip a St, 11 SC, DEC (12)

Row 3 :

Skip a St, 9 SC, DEC (10)

Row 4 :

(Chain 20, start in 2nd chain from hook 19 SC), then 8 SC on apron top, (chain 19, start in 2nd chain from hook 18 SC), then SC in last St on apron top

Info :

Sew straps crosswise at back, crochet green frill on left strap: SS, SC, HDC, 3 INC HDC, HDC, SC, SS (12), leave long end to fix, crochet frill on right strap with same pattern counting 9 loops from beginning, tie green thread ends and hide inside body

— Nose :

Info :

Cream yarn, don't stuff

Round 1 :

6 SC in MR

Round 2 :

(SC, INC) x 3 (9)

Round 3 :

9 SC, fix thread and leave long end to sew

Info :

Fold to make oval shape, sew in area of Rounds 43-45 (Rounds 6-8 of head)

— Embroidering Facial Features :

Info :

Mark with pins eye contour (5 SC width) in Round 46 (Round 9 of head) at distance of 5-6 SC

Info :

Insert sewing needle with black thin thread from top of head, withdraw near side pin, stretch thread above pins, insert needle to opposite point, fix with 2 stitches in middle points marked by pins

Info :

Embroider eyelashes, mark eyebrows and smile and embroider, fix smile curve with stitches in two lower points

— Ears :

Info :

Cream yarn, make 2 details

Round 1 :

7 SC in MR, tighten MR, don't join first and last stitches

Info :

Sew ears in area of Rounds 44-46 (Rounds 7-9 of head), blush cheeks with pink artistic pastel optional

— Hair :

Info :

White yarn, make 2 large circles

Round 1 :

8 SC in MR

Round 2 :

8 INC (16)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC) x 8 (24)

Round 4 :

(3 SC, INC) x 6 (30)

Round 5 :

(4 SC, INC) x 6 (36)

Round 6 :

(5 SC, INC) x 6 (42)

Round 7 :

(6 SC, INC) x 6 (48)

Round 8 :

(7 SC, INC) x 6 (54)

Round 9 :

(8 SC, INC) x 6 (60)

Round 10 :

60 SC, fix thread and leave long end to sew

Info :

Make 1 smaller circle

Round 1 :

8 SC in MR

Round 2 :

8 INC (16)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC) x 8 (24)

Round 4 :

(3 SC, INC) x 6 (30)

Round 5 :

(4 SC, INC) x 6 (36)

Round 6 :

(5 SC, INC) x 6 (42)

Round 7 :

(6 SC, INC) x 6 (48)

Round 8 :

(7 SC, INC) x 6 (54), fix thread and leave long end to sew

— Topknot :

Info :

Stuff in process

Round 1 :

6 SC in MR

Round 2 :

6 INC (12)

Round 3 :

(SC, INC) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 SC, INC) x 6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3 SC, INC) x 6 (30)

Round 6 :

(4 SC, INC) x 6 (36)

Round 7 :

(5 SC, INC) x 6 (42)

Round 8 :

42 SC

Round 9 :

(5 SC, DEC) x 6 (36)

Round 10 :

(4 SC, DEC) x 6 (30)

Round 11 :

(3 SC, DEC) x 6 (24)

Round 12 :

(2 SC, DEC) x 6 (18), fix thread and leave long end to sew

— Hair Assembly :

Info :

Place one large circle on back of head, then smaller circle on side, then second large circle on top on opposite side

Info :

After fitting, remove last two parts, start sewing circle on back of head along contour, sew last two details with indent between stitches to bend edges and form wave, sew topknot on top

— Headband :

Info :

Red yarn

Round 0 :

Chain 51, work in spiral

Round 1 :

Start in 2nd chain from hook: 2 SC, 2 HDC, INC DC, 2 HDC, 36 SC, 2 HDC, INC DC, 2 HDC, SC, 2 SC into last chain, on other side: SC, 2 HDC, INC DC, 2 HDC, 36 SC, 2 HDC, INC DC, 2 HDC, 2 SC (100)

Info :

Fix thread and leave long end to sew, bring thread end from wrong side, wrap topknot with headband and fix with thread end

— Glasses :

Info :

Need wire (aluminum or copper) D=1.5 mm for cotton toy or D=2 mm for plush toy, elongated object with necessary circumference (marker), wire cutters

Info :

Take marker and wrap with wire, use same marker to make recess for bridge of nose, form second circle and cut wire

Info :

Fix glasses on bridge of nose with cream thread

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the apron to the body in Round 28 by crocheting through both the body stitches and the bottom edge of the apron simultaneously for 16 stitches in the middle of the belly area.
  • Join the arms to the body in Round 30 by working 6 stitches through both the arm edge and body together on each side, with thumbs facing forward and positioned 18 SC apart on chest and 16 SC apart on back.
  • Sew the nose onto the face in the area of head Rounds 6-8 (body Rounds 43-45), folding it slightly to create an oval shape before securing.
  • Position and pin the three hair circles before sewing - place one large circle on the back of the head, the smaller circle on the side, and the second large circle on top of the opposite side to create layered dimension.
  • Sew the hair pieces with varying techniques: attach the back circle along the contour fully, but sew the top two circles with space between stitches to allow the edges to bend and form natural waves.
  • Attach the stuffed topknot to the crown of the head, then wrap the completed headband around it and secure with the thread tail brought from the wrong side.
  • Create the wire glasses by wrapping wire around a marker to form two circles, making an indentation for the bridge of the nose, then secure the glasses to the nose area with cream-colored thread.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers consistently to track round beginnings, especially during frequent color changes between red, white, and mustard yarns throughout the body construction.
  • 💡Leave all thread tails at least 12 inches long when finishing components, as you'll need substantial length for secure sewing during assembly.
  • 💡Do not stuff the arm and body junction area tightly - keep this area loosely filled to maintain natural movement and proper positioning of the limbs.
  • 💡If adding wire armature to arms for poseability, wrap the entire length with medical tape or band-aid to prevent sharp edges from poking through if wire breaks.
  • 💡Pin all facial features (eyes, nose, smile) in place and view from multiple angles before permanently embroidering to ensure symmetrical placement.
  • 💡The pattern includes eight video tutorials accessible via red icons in the PDF - reference these for tricky techniques like crab stitch and facial embroidery.
  • 💡Wire glasses are not recommended for toys intended for small children due to potential safety hazards - consider omitting this detail for young recipients.

This enchanting Mrs. Claus Granny pattern brings the warmth and nostalgia of Christmas traditions into your hands with every stitch. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, from her elegant layered white hair to her charming wire-framed glasses, this pattern celebrates the art of amigurumi while honoring the beloved grandmother figure of holiday lore. The combination of textured elements, color work, and dimensional assembly creates a truly heirloom-quality piece that will be treasured for generations. Whether displayed on a holiday mantle or gifted to someone special, this handcrafted granny captures the cozy, loving spirit of the season. Happy crocheting and may your creation bring as much joy as the holidays themselves! 🎄🧶✨

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FAQs

Can I make this pattern with different yarn weights?

Yes! The pattern provides instructions for both semi-cotton yarn (like YarnArt Jeans with a 2.2mm hook resulting in 17cm height) and plush yarn (like Himalaya Dolphin Baby with a 3.5mm hook resulting in 33cm height). Just ensure your hook size matches your yarn weight and adjust accordingly based on your tension.

Are the wire elements safe for children's toys?

The pattern specifically notes that wire is optional and NOT recommended for toys intended for small children. If you do use wire for the poseable arms or glasses and the toy will be given to a child, wrap the entire wire length with medical tape or band-aid so that even if it breaks, sharp ends cannot cause injury.

How do I attach the layered hair pieces correctly?

The pattern includes detailed assembly instructions: first place one large circle on the back of the head and sew along the contour. Then position the smaller circle on the side and the second large circle on top. Sew these last two pieces with spacing between stitches (not tightly) so the edges can bend and form natural waves for realistic texture.

What if I can't access the video tutorials in the PDF?

The pattern includes eight video links for techniques like palm construction, sleeve edging, apron creation, joining legs, crab stitch, facial embroidery, headband, and glasses. If the clickable icons don't work, try opening the PDF with a different application that supports hyperlinks, or ensure you have internet access as the videos are hosted on YouTube.

Do I need to use all the exact colors mentioned?

No, you can customize the colors to your preference! The traditional Mrs. Claus uses red for the dress, white for the apron and hair, cream for skin tones, mustard for the dress body, green for apron ruffles, and brown for shoes. However, you could create variations with different color schemes while following the same structural pattern.