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Barbs Amigurumi Pattern

Barbs Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

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

About This Barbs Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a delightful little doll named Barbs complete with long crocheted hair, a swimsuit, roller-skate boots and a visor. Youll crochet in continuous rounds and rows using cotton yarn and assemble each piece for a polished finish. The design includes strand-by-strand hair construction for a full, styled look.

Barbs Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Clear photos and step notes guide you through placement of eyes, sewing the head to the body and finishing touches. The finished doll measures approximately 22 cm tall using the recommended yarn and hook.

Why You'll Love This Barbs Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines playful details with straightforward construction, making a joyful project that still teaches technique. I enjoyed designing the hair strands and visor to be easy to attach yet full of character. I love how the little swimsuit and boots bring color and personality to the doll. Making Barbs feels like creating a tiny, perfect summer friend you can gift or display.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize Barbs — try swapping the colour palette to pastels or neons for a different vibe.

Change yarn weight and hook to create a tiny keychain version or a larger cuddly doll; adjust stitch counts if needed for scale.

I often embroider fun patterns on the swimsuit or add tiny buttons and beads for extra personality.

To shorten or lengthen the hair, simply change the chain length in the hair strands and adjust the number of repeats.

If you prefer removable hair, add a fabric-lined cap to sew hair strands onto and then pin or button the cap to the head.

Make the visor removable by sewing a few small snaps or adding tiny buttons so you can switch accessories.

I sometimes add a thin wire inside the limbs for gentle posing — wrap the wire in yarn or tape before inserting to avoid damage.

For safety with small children, substitute embroidered eyes for safety eyes and glue down any small parts securely.

Try different footwear like crocheted sandals or boots by changing the wheel and sole construction; you can glue or sew the wheels off for a non-skating look.

I also love making matching outfits — crochet a tiny hat or scarf that coordinates with the swimsuit and visor to create a themed set.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Placing safety eyes too low or too close can change the dolls expression; measure the distance and place the eyes between Rnd 18 and 19 as instructed. ✗ Crocheting with loose tension causes holes between stitches and hair adhesives to show through; use tighter stitches or a smaller hook to avoid gaps. ✗ Forgetting to stuff as you go results in uneven shaping and lumps; add stuffing gradually during the head and body shaping rounds for smooth shaping. ✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds with increases and decreases causes miscounts; place a stitch marker at the start of the round and move it every round to stay accurate. ✗ Cutting yarn too early when making hair strands will make assembly harder; leave long yarn tails for sewing and positioning while arranging the hair with pins.

Barbs Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming handmade Barbs amigurumi doll with a sunny hairstyle, swimsuit and detachable visor. This pattern walks you through every piece — head, hair, body, legs, arms, and accessories — with clear step-by-step rounds and assembly photos. Youll build skills in shaping, working in rows and rounds, and finishing details like hair assembly and tiny roller skate wheels. Ideal for a thoughtful gift or a colorful addition to your amigurumi collection.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Barbs Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton yarn (main yarn used throughout)
  • 02
    Beige - skin colour for head, arms and parts of body (small amount)
  • 03
    Lemon - bright yellow for hair (multiple small skeins for many strands)
  • 04
    Succulent - aqua/teal for swimsuit and pony (small amount)
  • 05
    Rose - pink for shorts, visor and accents (small amount)
  • 06
    Lime - neon green for boots and details (small amount)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.5 or 2.75 mm
  • 02
    Pair of 12 mm safety eyes (2 pieces)
  • 03
    Tapestry needle for sewing
  • 04
    Stitch marker
  • 05
    Scissors
  • 06
    Polyester stuffing
  • 07
    Fabric glue (optional) for hair or small parts
  • 08
    Pins for positioning hair strands and parts

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— Notes :

Info :

Note: Crochet with tight stitches, use smaller hook to avoid holes

Info :

Finished size: Approximately 22 cm tall

Info :

Unless otherwise stated, the dolls are crocheted in continuous rows, in a spiral. No need to close each row with a slip stitch.

— Materials & Tools :

Info :

Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton yarn. 2.5 or 2.75mm Hook. Pair of 12 mm safety eyes. Tapestry needle. Stitch marker. Stuffing. Fabric glue (optional).

— Abbreviations :

Infos :

ch - chain. sc - single crochet. Hdc - half double crochet. Dc - double crochet. Tc - treble crochet. Inc - Increase. Dec - Decrease. Slst - slip stitch. BLO - back loops only. FLO - front loops only. (...) x - repeat instructions the indicated number of times. [...] - total number of stitches.

— Head :

Rnd 1 :

6 sc in a magic ring [6]

Rnd 2 :

6 Inc [12]

Rnd 3 :

(1 sc, Inc) 6x [18]

Rnd 4 :

(2 sc, Inc) 6x [24]

Rnd 5 :

(3 sc, Inc) 6x [30]

Rnd 6 :

(4 sc, Inc) 6x [36]

Rnd 7 :

(5 sc, Inc) 6x [42]

Rnd 8 :

(6 sc, Inc) 6x [48]

Rnd 9 :

(7 sc, Inc) 6x [54]

Rnd 10 :

(8 sc, Inc) 6x [60]

Rnd 11-22 :

60 sc (12 rounds) [60]

Info :

Don't forget to stuff with stuffing as you go. EYES LOCATION BETWEEN RND 18 AND 19

Rnd 23 :

(8 sc, Dec) 6x [54]

Rnd 24 :

(7 sc, Dec) 6x [48]

Rnd 25 :

(6 sc, Dec) 6x [42]

Rnd 26 :

(5 sc, Dec) 6x [36]

Rnd 27 :

(4 sc, Dec) 6x [30]

Rnd 28 :

(3 sc, Dec) 6x [24]

Rnd 29 :

(2 sc, Dec) 6x [18]

Rnd 30 :

(1 sc, Dec) 6x [12]

Rnd 31 :

(Dec) 6x [6]

Info :

Cut the yarn. Fasten off.

— Ears :

Item Name (P1) :

Make 2. Beige. Rnd 1: In a magic ring, Ch 2, 5 Dc. Pull tight to close. Leave a long yarn to sew. Sew between Rnd 18-20.

— Hair Base :

Rnd 1 :

Lemon: 6 sc in a magic ring [6]

Rnd 2 :

6 Inc [12]

Rnd 3 :

(1 sc, Inc) 6x [18]

Rnd 4 :

FLO (2 sc, Inc) 6x [24]

Info :

Do not cut the yarn, continue to hair strands

— Hair Strands :

Info :

Lemon: Continue the hair with *Ch 41. (Photo 1) Start from 2nd chain from hook, 1 sc, 38 Hdc, 1 sc along the chain, Slst to the next st. of the hair base.* (Photo 2) *Do this 16 times.*

— Hair Bangs :

Info :

*Ch 41. Start from 2nd chain from hook, 1 sc, 39 Hdc, along the chain, Skip 1 st., Slst to the next st. of the hair base.* *Do this 4 times.* Position the bangs to the front side of the face. Fasten off and leave a long yarn to sew.

— Top Hair Strands Continue :

Info :

Lemon: Flip the hair and insert your hook in to the back loop of Rnd 4. (Photo 3) *Ch 41. (Photo 4) Start from 2nd chain from hook, 1 sc, 38 Hdc, 1 sc along the chain, Slst to the next st. of the hair base.* *Do this 18 times.* Fasten off and leave a long yarn to sew. You can also use a fabric glue.

— Pony (work in row) :

Row 1 :

Succulent: Ch 36, turn and work along the chain

Row 2 :

1 Slst, 1 sc, 31 Hdc, 1 sc, 1 Slst

Info :

Fasten off, cut the yarn.

— Wheels :

Item Name (P1) :

Make 12. Rose: Make 6 sc in a magic ring. Fasten off and cut the yarn. Glue two wheels together, resulting in 6 wheels.

— Legs :

LEG 1 - Rnd 1 :

Lime: Ch 5, turn and work with 3 sc along the chain, 4 sc into the last st. Continue to the other side of the chain, make 2 sc and 3 sc into the last st. (Photo 5) [12]

Rnd 2 :

Inc, 2 sc, 3 Inc, 4 sc, 2 Inc (Photo 6) [18]

Rnd 3 :

5 Hdc, 6 Hdc Inc, 7 Hdc (Photo 7) [24]

Rnd 4 :

BLO 24 sc [24]

Rnd 5 :

24 sc [24]

Rnd 6 :

6 sc, 6 Dec, 6 sc [18]

Rnd 7 :

5 sc, Dec, (1 sc, Dec) 2x, 5 sc [15]

Rnd 8-10 :

15 sc (3 rounds) [15]

Rnd 11 :

Rose: BLO 15 sc [15]

Rnd 12 :

15 sc [15]

Rnd 13 :

Beige: BLO 15 sc [15]

Rnd 14-15 :

15 sc [15]

Rnd 16 :

(4 sc, Inc) 3x [18]

Rnd 17 :

Rose: BLO 18 Slst [18]

Rnd 18 :

BLO 18 sc [18]

Rnd 19 :

18 sc [18]

Info :

Fasten off and cut the yarn. Start stuffing the Leg.

Info :

Turn the leg upside down and join Lime yarn to the front loops of round 10. Slst all around. Cut the yarn. Fasten off.

Info :

Insert your hook into the front loops of round 12 with Rose yarn. Slst around. Cut the yarn. Fasten off. Add details.

LEG 2 :

Rnd 1-19: Repeat Leg 1, but do not cut the yarn. With feet facing away, (if you're not in the side center where the legs should be connected), sc some more until you reach the side center. (Photo 8) Join Leg 2 to Leg 1 with 1 sc. (Photo 9)

Rnd 20 :

17 sc to leg 1. 18 sc in leg 2. [36]

Info :

Add your stitch mark, this is the new end of the round. (Photo 10) CONTINUE TO THE BODY.

— Body :

Rnd 21 :

Rose: 36 sc [36]

Rnd 22 :

(5 sc, Inc) 6x [42]

Rnd 23-24 :

42 sc (3 rounds) [42]

Rnd 25 :

(5 sc, Dec) 6x [36]

Rnd 26 :

36 sc [36]

Rnd 27 :

(16 sc, Dec) 2x [34]

Rnd 28 :

34 sc [34]

Rnd 29 :

(15 sc, Dec) 2x [32]

Info :

Beige section next

Rnd 30 :

BLO 32 Slst [32]

Rnd 31 :

BLO 32 sc [32]

Rnd 32 :

(14 sc, Dec) 2x [30]

Rnd 33 :

30 sc [30]

Rnd 34 :

(13 sc, Dec) 2x [28]

Rnd 35 :

28 sc [28]

Rnd 36 :

(12 sc, Dec) 2x [26]

Rnd 37 :

26 sc [26]

Rnd 38 :

(11 sc, Dec) 2x [24]

Info :

Fasten off and leave a long yarn to sew.

— Arm (Make 2) :

Rnd 1 :

Beige: 5 sc in magic ring [5]

Rnd 2 :

5 Inc [10]

Rnd 3 :

10 sc [10]

Rnd 4 :

1 sc, 1 Buble stitch, 8 sc [10]

Rnd 5-19 :

10 sc (15 rounds) [10]

Info :

Fasten off. Leave a long yarn to sew.

— Swimsuit (work in rows) :

Row 1 :

Succulent: Ch 8, start from the 2nd ch from hook, Dec, 3 sc, Dec. Ch 1, turn

Row 2 :

Dec, 1 sc, Dec. Ch 1, turn

Row 3-10 :

3 sc. Ch 1, turn (8 rows)

Row 11 :

Inc, 1 sc, Inc. Ch 1, turn

Row 12 :

Inc, 3 sc, Inc. Ch 1, turn

Row 13 :

Inc, 5 sc, Inc. Ch 8. (Photo 11) Insert hook into the first chain of row 1, (Photo 12) work across with Inc, 5 sc, Inc. Ch 8. 1 sc into the first st of row 11 (Photo 13)

Row 14 :

4 sc, Dec, 2 sc, 8 sc across the chain. 9 sc to row 11, 8 sc across the other chain.

Row 15 :

(10 sc, Inc) 3x [36]

Row 16 :

36 sc [36]

Row 17 :

(16 sc, Dec) 2x [34]

Row 18 :

34 sc [34]

Info :

Wear the swimsuit at this point (Photo 14)

Row 19 :

(15 sc, Dec) 2x [34]

Row 20 :

32 sc [32]

Row 21 :

(14 sc, Dec) 2x [30]

Row 22 :

(13 sc, Dec) 2x [28]

Row 23 :

28 sc [28]

Row 24 :

(12 sc, Dec) 2x [26]

Info :

Fasten off and cut the yarn.

Info :

Swimsuit continue: Insert your hook with Succulent yarn as shown in the photo (Photo 15). Make Ch 15 (Photo 16) and work along the chain with 14 Slst. Sc on rnd 24 (Photo 17) Continue with 6 sc across. (Photo 17) Make another Ch 15 (Photo 18) and turn, 14 slst along the chain. Slst on rnd 24 to finish. (Photo 19) Fasten off. Leave a long yarn to sew.

— Visor :

Rnd 1 :

Rose: Ch 50. Join last st. to the first st. (Photo 20)

Rnd 2-4 :

50 sc (3 rounds)

Info :

Insert your hook as shown in the photo, this is the start of rnd 5 (Photo 21)

Rnd 5 :

Slst, 6 sc, 2 Inc, 6 sc. Ch 1, turn. (Photo 22)

Rnd 6 :

(1 sc, Inc) 2x, 10 sc, (Inc, 1 sc) 2x, Slst on rnd 4. (Photo 23) Ch 1, turn

Rnd 7 :

2 sc, Inc, (8 sc, Inc) 2x, 2 sc, Slst on rnd 4. (Photo 24) Ch 1, turn

Rnd 8 :

3 sc, Inc, (9 sc, Inc) 2x, 3 sc, Slst on rnd 4. Ch 1, turn

Rnd 9 :

4 sc, Inc, 5 sc, Inc. 9 sc, Inc, 5 sc, Inc, 4 sc, Slst on rnd 4. Ch 1, turn

Rnd 10 :

36 sc, Slst on rnd 4, turn

Rnd 11 :

36 Slst

Info :

Fasten off. Leave a long yarn to sew.

— Assemble the Hair :

Info :

Do this once you're done sewing the head and arms to the body. Use a lot of pins to arrange the strands. You can sew or use glue to fix.

— Assemble :

Info :

Sew the head to the body. Sew the arms to the body. Sew the strap in the back. Fix the hair with pins and sew or glue. Wear the visor and tie hair with the pony. Sew or glue the wheels to the boots.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the head to the body by aligning the neck opening and using a tapestry needle with the long yarn tail left from the body; whipstitch securely and weave in the ends.
  • Position and sew the arms to the body at the marked rounds on the sides, using the long tails left on the arms and small whipstitches for a neat finish.
  • Arrange the hair strands with many pins before securing; sew each hair strand or use fabric glue to fix them in place for an even hairstyle.
  • Attach the visor by sewing the long yarn tail through the head stitches at the front and back of the visor, adjusting placement for proper fit over the bangs.
  • Glue or sew two wheels together to make the roller-skate wheels, then sew or glue the wheels to the underside of each boot for stability.
  • Sew the swimsuit straps and the back strap in place, checking fit on the doll before permanently securing.

Important Notes

  • 💡Crochet with tight stitches to avoid holes; use a smaller hook if your stitches are loose for a neat finish.
  • 💡Work in continuous rounds (spiral) unless the pattern says otherwise; there is no need to close each round with a slip stitch.
  • 💡Place safety eyes between Rnd 18 and 19 of the head and check spacing (distance 8 sts top view, 5 sts side view) before securing.
  • 💡Stuff as you go for even shaping, especially for the head and legs; under- or over-stuffing will change the silhouette.

This bright and playful Barbs amigurumi is a summer-ready friend with long strand hair, a swimsuit and roller-skate boots. Its detailed hair and visor make it a fun decorative toy and a great gift for crafters who love personality-filled designs. Enjoy crocheting every colorful detail and making a little companion that brings smiles. 🧶😊✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 22 cm tall when using the recommended Lion Brand 24/7 cotton yarn and a 2.5–2.75 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will affect the final size and number of stitches. Adjust hook size accordingly and expect a larger or smaller finished doll.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes you know single crochet, increases, decreases, working in the back or front loops, and basic row-to-round transitions.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience level, yarn choices and how much time you spend on hair assembly and finishing details.