Free Amigurumi Doll Pattern: Crochet Evangeline, The Flower Maiden

A warm welcome to the atelier, my dear creator.

Today, we embark on a journey that is a little different. We are not simply making a doll; we are breathing life into yarn, stitch by stitch, to create a 'Woven Soul.' The creation before you, Evangeline, is more than a pattern—she is an invitation to slow down, to pour your heart and skill into a project that will become a timeless heirloom. She is a testament to the idea that what we make with our hands, we also make with our hearts. Let's begin.

🎨 The Artisan's Vision: Why This Project is Special

Evangeline was designed to be a masterpiece project—a creation that feels as wonderful to make as it is to behold. The true artistry of this pattern lies in the soulful details: the gentle, needle-sculpted curve of her cheeks, the expressive depth of her embroidered eyes, and the cascade of her individually attached auburn hair. Each element is an opportunity for mindful creation.

This isn't a race to the finish line. It's a meditative process of turning simple yarn into a cherished friend, a display piece that will garner gasps of admiration, or a beloved gift that will be treasured for generations. She is your chance to create something truly viral-worthy, not just for its beauty, but for the palpable love woven into its very being.

✨ Skills You'll Master (And Why They Matter)

With every masterpiece comes an opportunity to refine our craft. Here are the key techniques you will perfect:

• Advanced Shaping: Creating a perfectly proportioned head and a plump, pear-shaped body that gives Evangeline her signature cuddly silhouette.
• Needle Sculpting: This is the alchemical secret to a soulful face. You will learn to use a needle and yarn to create subtle indentations for the eyes and shape the cheeks, transforming a flat surface into a three-dimensional, expressive face.
• Detailed Embroidery: We will move beyond simple stitches to embroider multi-layered, captivating eyes that hold the Gaze of Innocence.
• Individual Hair Latching: Mastering the technique of attaching yarn strands one by one to create a full, flowing, and style-able head of hair that is simply stunning.

🧶 The Alchemist's Trove: Materials & Tools

• Yarn: DK weight (8-ply) cotton or cotton-blend yarn in the following colors:
  • Antique Cream (Skin)
  • Dusty Mauve (Dress & Beanie)
  • Burnt Umber (Hair)
  • Small amounts of Marigold, Magenta, Cornflower, and Sage Green for the bouquet.
• Crochet Hook: 2.5mm or size appropriate for your yarn.
• Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill.
• Embroidery Floss: Black, white, dark blue, and light blue for the eyes. Petal Pink for the mouth.
• Tools: Yarn needle, embroidery needle, scissors, stitch markers, pins.

💡 The Language of the Craft: Stitches & Abbreviations

• mr: magic ring
• sc: single crochet
• inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• dec: decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
• sl st: slip stitch
• ch: chain
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• BLO: back loop only
• FLO: front loop only
• (...): stitch count at the end of a round
• *...* xN: repeat the sequence inside the asterisks N times

💡 The Artisan's Advisor: Pro Tips & FAQs

How do I make the face more expressive?▼

The secret is needle sculpting! After stuffing the head but before closing it, you will use a long needle and matching skin-tone yarn to create eye sockets. By passing the yarn from the neck opening to the eye area and pulling gently, you create indentations that add incredible depth and realism. We will cover this in the assembly section.

Is there a trick to attaching the hair evenly?▼

Absolutely. Before you begin, use pins or a disappearing ink fabric marker to draw a guideline for the hairline around the face and a spiral on the scalp. This gives you a map to follow, ensuring the hair is placed symmetrically and looks natural from every angle.

What's the best way to stuff the doll?▼

Stuff firmly and in small increments. Use the end of your crochet hook or a chopstick to push the fiberfill into all the curves. The head and neck need to be especially firm to prevent wobbling. The body should be plump but still soft enough to be cuddly. Stuff the arms and legs more lightly to allow for movement.

The full, step-by-step pattern begins below.

📖 Woven into Being: The Complete Evangeline, the Flower Maiden Pattern

Head (Antique Cream)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in mr (6)
Rnd 2: inc x6 (12)
Rnd 3: *1 sc, inc* x6 (18)
Rnd 4: *2 sc, inc* x6 (24)
Rnd 5: *3 sc, inc* x6 (30)
Rnd 6: *4 sc, inc* x6 (36)
Rnd 7: *5 sc, inc* x6 (42)
Rnd 8: *6 sc, inc* x6 (48)
Rnd 9: *7 sc, inc* x6 (54)
Rnd 10: *8 sc, inc* x6 (60)
Rnd 11-23: sc around (60) - 13 rounds
Rnd 24: *8 sc, dec* x6 (54)
Rnd 25: *7 sc, dec* x6 (48)
Rnd 26: *6 sc, dec* x6 (42)
Rnd 27: *5 sc, dec* x6 (36)
Rnd 28: *4 sc, dec* x6 (30)

Begin stuffing the head firmly. This is the stage for needle sculpting if you choose. Embroider the face now before continuing.

Rnd 29: *3 sc, dec* x6 (24)
Rnd 30: *2 sc, dec* x6 (18)
Rnd 31: *1 sc, dec* x6 (12)
Rnd 32: dec x6 (6)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Weave the tail through the final 6 stitches and pull tight to close. Hide the remaining tail.

Body (Start in Dusty Mauve for top of dress)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in mr (6)
Rnd 2: inc x6 (12)
Rnd 3: *1 sc, inc* x6 (18)
Rnd 4: *2 sc, inc* x6 (24)
Rnd 5: *3 sc, inc* x6 (30)
Rnd 6: sc around (30)

Change to Antique Cream for the turtleneck collar.

Rnd 7-8: In BLO, sc around (30)

Change back to Dusty Mauve.

Rnd 9-10: sc around (30)
Rnd 11: *4 sc, inc* x6 (36)
Rnd 12-15: sc around (36) - 4 rounds
Rnd 16: *5 sc, inc* x6 (42)
Rnd 17-25: sc around (42) - 9 rounds
Rnd 26: *5 sc, dec* x6 (36)
Rnd 27: sc around (36)
Rnd 28: *4 sc, dec* x6 (30)

Begin stuffing the body.

Rnd 29: *3 sc, dec* x6 (24)
Rnd 30: *2 sc, dec* x6 (18)
Rnd 31: *1 sc, dec* x6 (12)
Rnd 32: dec x6 (6)
Fasten off, close hole, and weave in ends.

Arms (Make 2: Start in Antique Cream)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in mr (6)
Rnd 2: inc x6 (12)
Rnd 3-5: sc around (12)

Change to Dusty Mauve for the sleeve.

Rnd 6: In BLO, sc around (12)
Rnd 7-18: sc around (12) - 12 rounds
Stuff the hand lightly, leaving the rest of the arm unstuffed.
Rnd 19: Fold the opening flat and sc across both sides to close (6 sc).
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Legs & Shoes (Make 2: Start in Dusty Mauve for shoes)

Rnd 1: Ch 7. Starting from 2nd ch from hook: inc, 4 sc, 4 sc in last ch. Continue on other side of chain: 4 sc, inc (16)
Rnd 2: 2 inc, 4 sc, 4 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc (28)
Rnd 3: In BLO, sc around (28)
Rnd 4-5: sc around (28)
Rnd 6: 8 sc, 6 dec, 8 sc (22)

Change to Antique Cream for the leg.

Rnd 7: In BLO, 6 sc, 4 dec, 8 sc (18)
Rnd 8: *1 sc, dec* x6 (12)
Stuff the foot firmly.
Rnd 9-20: sc around (12) - 12 rounds
Continue stuffing the leg as you go.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Beanie (Dusty Mauve)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in mr (6)
Rnd 2-10: Increase as for the head until you reach 60 stitches. (Rnd 10: *8 sc, inc* x6 (60))
Rnd 11-18: sc around (60)
Rnd 19-20: In FLO, *1 sc, 1 dc* in same stitch, skip next stitch. Repeat around. (This creates a ribbed brim). Sl st to join.
Fasten off and weave in ends.

🧵 The Final Flourish: Assembly & Embellishment

This is where the soul of Evangeline truly comes to life. Take your time and enjoy the process.

1. Attach Head to Body: Use the yarn tail from the body to sew the head securely onto the neck opening. Ensure it is centered and straight. Add more stuffing into the neck area as you sew for extra stability.
2. Attach Legs: Pin the legs to the base of the body, positioned so she can sit nicely. They should be attached between rounds 27 and 31 of the body. Sew firmly in place.
3. Attach Arms: Sew the arms to the sides of the body, just below the turtleneck collar, around round 9.
4. Facial Features:
   • Eyes: Place the eyes between rounds 18 and 19, about 10 stitches apart. Use the embroidery floss to create large, oval-shaped eyes. Start with the blue, then outline in black. Add a highlight with white floss.
   • Nose: Using Antique Cream yarn, make a single horizontal stitch over round 20, in the center between the eyes.
   • Mouth: With Petal Pink floss, make a small 'v' shape one round below the nose.
   • Blush: Use a small amount of actual cosmetic blush or a pink colored pencil to add a gentle blush to her cheeks.
5. Hair: Cut many strands of Burnt Umber yarn, each about 15 inches long. Using a Larks Head knot, attach each strand to the scalp, following the hairline you marked out. Fill in the entire head for a thick, luxurious look. Trim and style as desired.
6. Bouquet: Create 5-7 tiny flowers. For each flower, ch 4, sl st to first ch to form a ring. Rnd 1: Ch 1, 10 hdc in ring. Rnd 2: In FLO, *(sl st, ch 2, 2 dc) in next st, (2 dc, ch 2, sl st) in next st* repeat to make 5 petals. Use green yarn to wrap the stems together. Tack the bouquet to her hands.

💌 From Patricia's Hook & Heart: A Final Word

There. She is complete. Look at the creation resting in your hands. Feel the weight of the yarn, the softness of the stitches, the gentle expression you so carefully crafted. You have done more than follow a pattern; you have participated in an act of creation, weaving not just yarn, but a soul. May your Evangeline bring endless joy, and may you always remember the magic you hold in your own two hands.