Get ready to stitch up some holiday cheer with the Amigurumi Santa & Mrs. Claus, a festive crochet duo that’s full of warmth and whimsy! 🎅🧶🤶 Santa comes dressed in his classic red suit, complete with a fluffy white beard and twinkle-in-the-eye charm, while Mrs. Claus wears a charming scalloped dress and sports silvery-gray hair that’s as sweet as her smile. Together, they make a delightful pair that’s perfect for decorating your mantel, gifting to loved ones, or adding a handmade touch to your Christmas collection.
Ideal for crocheters who love character-driven designs and seasonal flair, this pattern invites you to play with cozy textures, cheerful colors, and heartwarming details. Add tiny accessories like a cookie tray, gift sack, or holly brooch to personalize your pair, or stitch up a whole North Pole crew to keep them company. The Amigurumi Santa & Mrs. Claus are a joyful way to stitch up tradition, love, and a sprinkle of handmade holiday magic—one loop at a time! 🧵🎄💫
🎅🤶 Amigurumi Santa & Mrs. Claus Crochet Pattern
Bring the warmth of Christmas to life with this adorable amigurumi Santa and Mrs. Claus duo! Each detail — from Santa’s fluffy beard and gold buckle to Mrs. Claus’s gray hair and scalloped red dress — has been designed for photo-perfect realism. Whether you’re crafting them for décor, gifts, or display, these charming characters will fill your home with handmade holiday magic.
🎯 Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, layered assembly, textured trims, and surface embroidery.
📏 Finished Size
Each doll stands approximately 7–8 in (18–20 cm) tall when made with DK or light-worsted yarn and a 2.5–3 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK or light-worsted, ≈ 240–280 m / 100 g):
Red – 45 g
White – 25 g
Beige or light peach – 10 g
Black – 10 g
Gray – 15 g
Yellow or gold – 3 g
Pink yarn or blush – small amount
🪡 Other Supplies
Crochet hook – 2.5–3 mm
Polyester stuffing – approx. 40–50 g total
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Stitch marker
Fabric blush or pastel for cheeks
Optional: thin wire or pipe cleaner (for poseable arms)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
FLO – Front Loop Only
BLO – Back Loop Only
🎅 Santa Claus
Head (Beige)
R1 MR 6 sc
R2 inc ×6 (12)
R3 (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4 (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5 (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–10 sc around (30)
R11 (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R12 (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Insert eyes between R7–8 about 7 sts apart.
R13 (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Stuff firmly.
R14 dec ×6 (6)
FO and close.
Nose (Beige)
MR 5 sc
FO. Sew slightly below eye line.
Beard (White, Fluffy Version)
Make 12–15 small pom-pom circles (4–5 sc in MR each).
Sew in overlapping layers from ear to ear, filling under nose for a round, full beard.
Hat (Red + White Brim)
R1 MR 6 sc
R2 (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
R3–8 inc evenly each round until ≈ 36 sts
R9–16 sc around (36)
Change to white and work 2 rounds FLO to create thick rolled brim.
Add a white pom-pom to tip.
Body (Red)
R1 MR 6 sc
R2 inc ×6 (12)
R3 (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4 (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5 (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–10 sc around (30)
R11 (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R12 (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff firmly. FO.
Arms (Red + White Cuffs) ×2
R1 MR 6 sc
R2 sc around (6)
R3–7 sc around (6)
Change to white for 2 rounds to form cuffs.
FO and stuff lightly.
Legs & Pants (Red with White Trim) ×2
R1 MR 6 sc
R2 inc ×6 (12)
R3–5 sc around (12)
R6 (2 sc, dec) ×3 (9)
R7–9 sc around (9)
Add white FLO trim at ankles.
FO and stuff lightly.
Belt & Buckle (Black + Gold)
Belt: ch 32, sl st back, wrap around waist and sew securely.
Buckle: with gold yarn, ch 9–10, join to form loop, sc around edges for a rectangular shape. Sew centered on belt.
Assembly
Sew head to body.
Attach arms to sides and legs beneath body.
Place hat at a slight backward angle.
Add blush to cheeks.
🤶 Mrs. Claus
Head (Beige)
Work as Santa’s head.
Insert eyes between R6–7 and add small embroidered eyelashes.
Hair (Gray)
Make wig cap:
R1 MR 6 sc
R2 inc ×6 (12)
R3 (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4 (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5–6 sc around (24)
FO.
Cut many 15 cm gray strands and latch-hook along rows for fullness.
Part hair down center back and let strands fall on both sides.
Body (Red Dress)
R1 MR 6 sc
R2 inc ×6 (12)
R3 (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4 (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5 (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–10 sc around (30)
R11 (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R12 (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff lightly. FO.
Sleeves (Red + White Trim) ×2
R1 MR 6 sc
R2–6 sc around (6)
Change to white and work 2 rounds for cuffs.
FO.
Collar & Skirt Trim (White)
Collar: ch 20, sc across, FO, sew around neck.
Trim: attach white to skirt bottom, (sl st, sk 1, 3 dc in next st, sk 1) repeat for scalloped hem.
Apron (Optional)
Ch 10, sc 5 rows, FO.
Add two long tie chains and attach around waist.
Shoes (Black)
MR 6 sc
R2 inc ×6 (12)
R3–5 sc around
FO and sew under dress base.
Assembly
Sew head to body.
Attach arms to sides.
Position and lightly sew hair around shoulders.
Add cheek blush and embroidered smile.
🎨 Final Details
Eyes – 8 mm safety eyes or embroidered
Beard – use 12–15 pom-poms for fullness
Hat brims – work extra FLO round for thick rolled edge
Belt buckle – ch 8–10 for square proportion
Hair part – center back for even balance
Cheeks – soft pink blush for both dolls
🎁 Finishing Touches
Set Santa and Mrs. Claus together for a heartwarming display. Add a small cookie tray, gift sack, or Christmas lights around them for extra charm. Perfect for mantels, bookshelves, or cozy holiday setups.
To preserve their festive look: spot clean only and store carefully after the holidays.
✨ You’ve crocheted the ultimate Christmas couple — Santa and Mrs. Claus!
Their loving smiles, soft textures, and timeless design will make them the stars of your holiday décor year after year. ❤️🎄
