Meet Ebony the Little Doll, a playful and stylish amigurumi friend designed by Cora Engwerda of Cara’s Creations! With her cute buns, tiny dress, and mischievous personality, Ebony loves chasing butterflies, playing dress-up, and splashing in muddy puddles.
This adorable doll is full of character, making her a perfect handmade gift or a delightful addition to your own collection.
This intermediate-level pattern uses US crochet terminology and is ideal for crafters who have some experience with amigurumi. The doll stands about 22cm (8.5 inches) tall, making her a wonderful small project that’s big on charm.
Why you’ll love making Ebony:
- Great for gifting – A heartfelt present for kids, doll lovers, or fellow crafters.
- Customizable – Play with colors to give Ebony her own unique style!
- Skill-building – Practice shaping, color changes, and assembly techniques.
Ready to bring this little doll to life? Let’s get started!
Quick Look
Materials
- Yarn (4ply/fingering weight, cotton or cotton blend recommended):
- NUDE (e.g., “Parchment”)
- WHITE
- BLACK
- RED
- OAT (e.g., “Old Rose”)
- CHARCOAL (e.g., “Greyish Purple”)
- Hook: 2.5mm (US C-2)
- Safety eyes: 7mm
- Other supplies:
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Polyester stuffing
- Stitch marker
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch = chain
- MR = magic ring
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- dc = double crochet
- inc = increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec = decrease (sc 2 together)
- sl st = slip stitch
- BLO = back loops only
Finished Size
Approximately 22cm (8.5 inches) tall, depending on yarn and tension.
Pattern Instructions
Head (NUDE Yarn)
- Start with a magic ring, 6 sc. [6]
- Increase in each stitch around. [12]
- (Sc, inc) x6. [18]
- (Sc x2, inc) x6. [24]
- Continue increasing every round until Round 9 (54 sts).
- Work even (sc in each stitch) for Rounds 10-16.
- Begin decreasing from Round 17 until closing.
- Insert safety eyes between Rounds 14-15, 8 stitches apart.
- Stuff firmly before closing the head.
Hair (CHARCOAL Yarn)
- Work similarly to the head, increasing to 54 stitches.
- Rounds 10-14: Sc in each stitch.
- Round 15: Sl st, sc, hdc x2, dc x48, hdc x2, sl st to close.
Buns (Make 2, CHARCOAL Yarn)
- Start with 8 sc in MR, increase to 24 stitches.
- Work even for 3 rounds, then decrease and stuff lightly.
Arms & Legs (NUDE & BLACK Yarn)
- Arms: Work in rounds, leaving unstuffed.
- Legs: Work in BLACK, then switch to OAT and WHITE for striped socks.
Dress (RED Yarn)
- Work in the round, increasing for a flared skirt.
- Create the bodice by working in rows, then attach straps.
Assembly
- Sew hair to the head, tilted slightly back.
- Attach buns to the sides of the head.
- Sew head securely to the body.
- Position arms between Rounds 35-37 of the body.
- Add headband (RED yarn) between the buns.
- Sew ears to the headband, 4 stitches apart.
- Embroider whiskers with BLACK yarn.
Tips for Success
- Tight tension is key! Use a smaller hook than usual for dense, sturdy stitches.
- Stuff as you go to ensure even shaping.
- Safety eyes? Position them carefully—they can’t be adjusted once set!
- Customize! Try different yarn colors for hair, dress, or socks.
Final Thoughts
Ebony the Little Doll is a joy to make and even more fun to display! Whether you’re keeping her for yourself or gifting her to a little one, her playful personality is sure to bring smiles.
