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Seven Dwarfs Amigurumi Pattern

Seven Dwarfs Amigurumi Pattern
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3-4 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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Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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

About This Seven Dwarfs Amigurumi Pattern

This Seven Dwarfs amigurumi pattern is a delightful collection that captures all seven unique personalities from the classic Snow White fairy tale. Each dwarf features distinctive color combinations for their tunics, individual hat colors, and either short or long beard styles depending on the character. The pattern uses the same base construction for all seven, making it efficient once you've mastered the technique, while the variations in colors and details give each dwarf their own special character. You'll create Happy, Bashful, Dopey, Grumpy, Doc, Sleepy, and Sneezy with authentic details including adorable noses, white beards with bobble stitch texture, and colorful pointed hats.

Seven Dwarfs Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern includes complete material lists for each individual dwarf with specific yarn colors, detailed instructions for short and long beard variations, and special notes for Dopey who has distinctive large ears instead of a beard. The construction method uses the Master Head and Master Body from the main pattern, with customized clothing and accessories for each character.

Why You'll Love This Seven Dwarfs Amigurumi Pattern

I'm absolutely enchanted by how this pattern brings all seven dwarfs to life as a complete collection! What I love most is the clever efficiency - once you understand the basic construction, you can create all seven characters using the same foundation while the color changes and small details make each one unique and recognizable. The bobble stitch beards are particularly satisfying to make, creating wonderful texture that looks authentically dwarf-like. I find it incredibly rewarding to see the personalities emerge as you add each dwarf's specific hat color and clothing combination. Dopey with his oversized ears instead of a beard always makes me smile! The pattern teaches valuable skills in working with multiple projects using the same base, color coordination, and creating character variations. Whether you make just your favorite dwarf or commit to the entire collection, these little guys are perfect companions to the Snow White doll. There's something magical about having the complete set displayed together - it's like bringing the entire fairy tale to life on your shelf!

Seven Dwarfs Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Seven Dwarfs Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Seven Dwarfs Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Seven Dwarfs Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love personalizing these dwarf patterns to create unique variations beyond the classic seven! One fun approach is to change the beard colors - imagine giving some dwarfs gray or brown beards instead of white, or even adding colorful streaks for a whimsical touch. You could also experiment with the hat lengths, making some extra long and floppy or shorter and perky to emphasize different personalities.

The clothing colors offer endless possibilities for customization. Instead of the traditional color scheme, try making a set of dwarfs in rainbow colors where each one represents a different color of the spectrum. Or create seasonal versions with autumn tones, winter whites and blues, or spring pastels. I've even made modern versions with bold neon colors that kids absolutely love.

For Dopey specifically, you can get creative with his ear positions - angle them differently to give him various expressions. Some makers add a little purple hat that's slightly too big and tilted, which looks adorable. You could also give the other dwarfs different facial expressions by varying the embroidered eyebrows - arched for surprise, straight for seriousness, or angled for determination.

Consider adding tiny accessories that reflect each dwarf's personality from the movie: little wire-framed glasses for Doc, a tiny embroidered handkerchief for Sneezy, or a miniature lantern for any of them. The bobble stitch technique used for beards can also be applied to create fluffy trim on their clothing or even textured belts for extra dimension.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Mixing up the color schemes between different dwarfs results in incorrect character identification - carefully reference the materials list for each specific dwarf before starting ✗ Not stuffing the nose firmly enough causes it to look flat and lose its characteristic rounded dwarf nose shape that defines their adorable faces ✗ Forgetting to work the hat in the specific slip stitch and single crochet pattern creates an uneven droopy appearance instead of the signature pointed hat shape ✗ Placing the white oval eyes incorrectly or making them uneven between the two eyes ruins the balanced sweet expression that makes these dwarfs so charming ✗ Sewing the beard too low on the face covers the nose and creates an unbalanced proportion - position it carefully to frame the nose properly ✗ Skipping the color change details on the clothing at round 9 loses the distinctive belt and tunic design that makes each dwarf unique

Seven Dwarfs Amigurumi Pattern

Bring the entire beloved cast of Snow White's companions to life with this comprehensive Seven Dwarfs amigurumi crochet pattern! This magical collection includes all seven iconic characters - Happy, Bashful, Dopey, Grumpy, Doc, Sleepy, and Sneezy - each with their own unique clothing colors, beard styles, and personality details. Perfect for Disney collectors and fairy tale enthusiasts, this pattern guides you through creating an adorable set of miniature dwarfs complete with colorful tunics, distinctive hats, and charming beards. Whether you're making them as finger puppets for storytelling or complete shorty dolls for display, these little characters will bring enchantment and nostalgia to any handmade collection.

Intermediate 3-4 Hours

Materials Needed for Seven Dwarfs Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Light brown yarn (YarnArt Jeans 71, 50g, 160m) for all dwarfs - used for shoes/feet
  • 02
    Skin color yarn (Susan Cotton 07, 50g, 120m) for all dwarfs - used for head, nose, and arms
  • 03
    Happy Dwarf: Dark brown (YarnArt Jeans 70), Black (YarnArt Jeans 53), Yellow (YarnArt Jeans 35), Light blue (YarnArt Jeans 15), White (YarnArt Jeans 01), Pink (Susan Cotton 12), Mustard (Susan Cotton 40)
  • 04
    Bashful Dwarf: Orange (Susan Cotton 30), Black (YarnArt Jeans 53), Yellow (YarnArt Jeans 35), Bordeaux red (Susan Cotton 24), White (YarnArt Jeans 01), Pink (Susan Cotton 12), Turquoise (Etrofil Jeans 54)
  • 05
    Dopey Dwarf: Lime (Susan Cotton 13), Black (YarnArt Jeans 53), Yellow (YarnArt Jeans 35), Pink (Susan Cotton 12), Purple (YarnArt Jeans 72)
  • 06
    Grumpy Dwarf: Brick red (Etrofil Jeans 60), Black (YarnArt Jeans 53), Yellow (YarnArt Jeans 35), Bordeaux red (Susan Cotton 24), White (YarnArt Jeans 01), Pink (Susan Cotton 12), Dark brown (YarnArt Jeans 70)
  • 07
    Doc Dwarf: Bordeaux red (Susan Cotton 24), Black (YarnArt Jeans 53), Yellow (YarnArt Jeans 35), Bronze (Susan Cotton 23), White (YarnArt Jeans 01), Pink (Susan Cotton 12), Lime (Susan Cotton 13)
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    Sleepy Dwarf: Orange (Susan Cotton 30), Old lime (YarnArt Jeans 29), Yellow (YarnArt Jeans 35), Bronze (Susan Cotton 23), White (YarnArt Jeans 01), Pink (Susan Cotton 12), Dark turquoise (Etrofil Jeans 55)
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    Sneezy Dwarf: Bronze (Susan Cotton 23), Black (YarnArt Jeans 53), Yellow (YarnArt Jeans 35), Dark brown (YarnArt Jeans 70), White (YarnArt Jeans 01), Pink (Susan Cotton 12), Bordeaux red (Susan Cotton 24)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.5mm
  • 02
    Safety eyes size 5mm
  • 03
    White felt for oval eyes (approximately 1cm x 1.5cm per eye)
  • 04
    Tapestry needles
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    Brown thread for embroidering facial features
  • 06
    Black thread for embroidering Dopey's smile
  • 07
    Pink thread for embroidering cheeks
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    Pins
  • 09
    Stitch markers
  • 10
    Scissors
  • 11
    Polyester fiberfill stuffing

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— Head:

Info:

See Master Head from main pattern. Cut 2 white oval eyes (1cm x 1.5cm), insert 5mm safety eyes between the eyes, insert the eyes between rnd 21&22 of the head

— 7 Dwarf's Clothes (yarn C):

Round 1:

[sc 3, inc] 3x (15)

Round 2:

[sc 1, inc, sc 1] 5x (20)

Round 3:

[sc 3, inc] 5x (25)

Round 4:

[sc 2, inc, sc 2] 5x (30)

Round 5:

[sc 5, inc] 5x (35)

Round 6:

[sc 3, inc, sc 3] 5x (40)

Round 7-8:

sc 40 (2 rnds), change to yarn D (40)

Round 9:

sc 18, change to yarn E, sc 3, change back to yarn D, sc 19, change to yarn F (40)

Round 10-12:

sc 40 (3 rnds) (40)

Info:

Break the yarn, hide the remaining yarn

— 7 Dwarf's Arms (yarn B, X2):

Round 1:

sc 7 into a magic loop (7)

Round 2:

sc 7, change to yarn C (7)

Round 3:

sc 7 (7)

Round 4:

dec, sc 5 (6)

Round 5-9:

sc 6 (5 rnds) (6)

Info:

Break the yarn, sew 2 edges together

— Short Beard (yarn G):

Round 1:

ch 30, start on the 3rd st from the hook, [bobble 1, hdc 1] 14x, ch 1, turn (28)

Round 2:

[sc 5, dec] 4x, ch 2, turn (24)

Round 3:

[bobble 1, hdc 1] 12x, turn (24)

Info:

Break the yarn with a long rest to sew later

— Long Beard (yarn G):

Round 1-3:

Crochet as 1-3 rnd of Short Beard (24)

Round 4:

ch 1, [sc 4, dec 1] 4x, ch 1, turn (20)

Round 5:

slst 5, ch 2, [bobble 1, hdc 1] 5x, ch 1, turn (10)

Round 6:

dec 1, sc 6, dec 1, ch 2, turn (8)

Round 7:

[Bobble 1, hdc 1] 4x, ch 1, turn (8)

Round 8:

dec 4, ch 2, turn (4)

Round 9:

[bobble 1, hdc 1] 2x (4)

Info:

Break the yarn with a long rest to sew later

— Nose (yarn H):

Round 1:

sc 5 into a magic loop (5)

Round 2:

inc 5 (10)

Round 3:

[sc 1, inc] 5x (15)

Round 4:

sc 15 (15)

Round 5:

[sc 1, dec] 5x, stuff lightly (10)

Info:

Break the yarn with a long rest to sew later. Sew the nose and the short/long beard on the face

— Hat (yarn I):

Round 1:

sc 6 into a magic loop (6)

Round 2:

[sc 1, inc] 3x (9)

Round 3:

[sc 2, inc] 3x (12)

Round 4:

[sc 3, inc] 3x (15)

Round 5:

[sc 4, inc] 3x (18)

Round 6:

[sc 5, inc] 3x (21)

Round 7:

[sc 6, inc] 3x (24)

Round 8:

[sc 7, inc] 3x (27)

Round 9:

[sc 8, inc] 3x (30)

Round 10:

slst 15, sc 15 (30)

Round 11:

[sc 9, inc] 3x (Tips: if you find it's too hard to crochet on the slst sts, just crochet on the flo of the slst sts) (33)

Round 12:

slst 17, sc 16 (33)

Round 13:

[sc 10, inc] 3x (36)

Round 14:

slst 19, sc 17 (36)

Round 15:

[sc 11, inc] 3x (39)

Round 16:

[sc 12, inc] 3x (42)

Round 17:

[sc 13, inc] 3x (45)

Round 18:

[sc 14, inc] 3x (48)

Round 19:

[sc 15, inc] 3x (51)

Round 20:

[sc 16, inc] 3x (54)

Round 21-24:

sc 54 (4 rnds) (54)

Info:

Break the yarn with a long rest to sew later. Sew on the head

— Body:

Info:

See Master Body from main pattern. Put the body inside the head, you have a Dwarf Doll

— Ears (yarn B, X2 for Dopey only):

Round 1:

sc 3 into a magic loop (3)

Round 2:

inc 3 (6)

Round 3:

[sc 1, inc] 3x (9)

Round 4:

[sc 2, inc] 3x (12)

Round 5:

[sc 3, inc] 3x (15)

Round 6:

[sc 4, inc] 3x (18)

Round 7:

[sc 5, inc] 3x (21)

Round 8-9:

sc 21 (2 rows) (21)

Round 10:

[sc 1, dec] 7x (14)

Round 11:

dec 7 (7)

Info:

Break the yarn, weave in the last 7 sts, fold the ears in half and sew 2 edges together. Sew the ears for Dopey, use black thread to embroider smiley face for him

Assembly Instructions

  • Cut 2 white oval felt pieces measuring 1cm x 1.5cm for each dwarf's eyes and attach them to the face
  • Insert 5mm safety eyes through the center of the white felt ovals, positioning them between rounds 21 and 22 of the head
  • Stuff the nose lightly but firmly, then sew it centered on the face above where the beard will be positioned
  • For dwarfs with beards: sew the short or long beard below the nose, ensuring it frames the nose properly without covering it
  • For Dopey only: sew the large ears to the sides of the head and embroider a sweet smiley face using black thread instead of adding a beard
  • Sew the completed hat onto the head, adjusting the angle slightly to give each dwarf personality and character
  • Attach both arms to the sides of the clothing at appropriate positions for a natural pose
  • Insert the completed Master Body into the head opening and secure firmly for the full doll version, or leave hollow for finger puppet

Important Notes

  • 💡Each dwarf uses specific yarn colors - double-check the materials list for your chosen character before starting to avoid confusion
  • 💡The hat construction alternates between slip stitches and single crochet to create the distinctive pointed, slightly droopy shape
  • 💡When working the bobble stitch beards, maintain consistent tension to achieve even, fluffy texture throughout
  • 💡Happy, Grumpy, and Doc have long beards while Bashful, Sleepy, and Sneezy have short beards - Dopey has no beard but oversized ears
  • 💡The clothing pattern is identical for all dwarfs except for color changes - the variation comes from yarn selection
  • 💡If crocheting on slip stitch rounds feels difficult in the hat, work into the front loops only as suggested in the pattern
  • 💡Use stitch markers to track the color change section in round 9 of the clothing for the belt detail

This delightful Seven Dwarfs pattern collection brings the entire beloved cast to life in adorable miniature form! Each dwarf has their own personality expressed through unique color combinations, distinctive beards (or Dopey's charming ears!), and colorful pointed hats. Perfect for creating alongside your Snow White doll, these little characters make wonderful gifts, display pieces, or interactive storytelling toys. The efficient pattern design lets you master the technique once and then enjoy creating all seven unique personalities. 🧶 Hi-ho, hi-ho, it's off to crochet we go! ⛏️✨

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FAQs

Do I need to make all seven dwarfs or can I just make my favorite?

You can absolutely make just one or a few of your favorites! Each dwarf uses the same base pattern, so the instructions work whether you're making one or all seven. The materials list shows specific colors for each character, so you can choose which dwarfs to create based on your preference or yarn stash.

What's the difference between the short beard and long beard?

The short beard has 3 rounds and creates a fuller, rounder beard style used for Bashful, Sleepy, and Sneezy. The long beard has 9 rounds with shaping that creates a longer, more pointed beard style used for Happy, Grumpy, and Doc. Dopey is unique - he has no beard at all, just large adorable ears and a smiling face.

Why does the pattern recommend white felt ovals for the eyes?

The white felt ovals create the characteristic wide-eyed, innocent look of the dwarfs by enlarging the eye area. You place the safety eye through the center of the felt oval, which makes the eyes appear bigger and more expressive than safety eyes alone. This gives them their sweet, cartoon-like appearance that's true to the Disney characters.

How difficult is the bobble stitch used for the beards?

Bobble stitch involves working 4 half double crochets in the same stitch, which creates a raised, puffy texture. It's not difficult once you get the rhythm - just remember to yarn over, insert hook, yarn over and pull through (leaving loops on hook), repeat this 4 times in the same stitch, then yarn over and pull through all loops. The pattern provides good practice and the texture is very forgiving.

Can I make these dwarfs to match with the Snow White pattern?

Yes, absolutely! These patterns are designed to work together as a complete set. They use the same Master Head and Master Body construction, the same hook size, and similar yarn weights, so they'll be perfectly proportioned to display together. Creating the full set of Snow White and all seven dwarfs makes an incredible fairy tale collection.

How do I keep track of which colors go with which dwarf?

The pattern provides detailed material lists for each individual dwarf showing their specific tunic color (yarn C), pants color (yarn D), belt color (yarn E), vest color (yarn F), and hat color (yarn I). I recommend organizing your yarns before starting and labeling them, or working with the materials list open next to you. Taking photos of completed dwarfs also helps when making the full set.