Sakura Kimono Doll, Part 1 of 3 · Free Amigurumi Crochet Doll Pattern

Hello my lovely amigurumi enthusiasts,

Here's Part 1 of my Sakura Kimono Doll pattern! We'll be making the head, hair, and the sakura (cherry blossom) flowers.

Go to the main pattern page for the links to Parts 2 and 3.  The main page also has information about the basic pattern info, materials, and stitches used.

If you're ready to start Part 1, scroll down for the instructions!

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Sakura Kimono Doll

Part 1

Pattern Notes (Read Before Beginning):

• Part 1 includes the head, hair, and flowers. 
• Video tutorials are available for some parts of this pattern.
• This pattern is broken up into 3 parts on my blog.  Full, printable PDF instructions are also available.

Head

Use skin-colored yarn (peach). 

R1: In MR, sc 6. (6 sts) 

R2: Inc around. (12 sts) 

R3: (Sc, inc) x 6. (18 sts) 

R4: (Sc 2, inc) x 6. (24 sts) 

R5: (Sc 3, inc) x 6. (30 sts) 

R6: (Sc 4, inc) x 6. (36 sts) 

R7-R15: Sc around. (36 sts) 

R16: (Sc 4, dec) x 6. (30 sts) 

R17: (Sc 3, dec) x 6. (24 sts) 

Insert 8mm eyes 7 sts apart btwn R12-R13. 

R18: (Sc 2, dec) x 6. (18 sts) 

R19: Dec around. (9 sts) 

FO. No need to leave a long tail.

Hair Cap

Use hair-colored yarn (black). 

R1-R13: Repeat instructions for the ‘Head.’ 

FO with a long tail for sewing later.

Hair Bun

Use hair-colored yarn (black). 

R1: In MR, sc 6. (6 sts) 

R2: Inc around. (12 sts) 

R3: (Sc, inc) x 6. (18 sts) 

R4-R5: Sc around. (18 sts) 

R6: (Sc, dec) x 6. (12 sts) 

FO with a long tail for sewing later.

Flowers (x3)

Use purple or dark pink yarn. 

R1: In MR, (ch 5, sl st in ring) x 5. 

FO with a tail for sewing later.

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Want the PDF pattern?

If you would like to download the beautifully-formatted, ad-free, and easy-to-read PDF version with photo references, you can get a copy from my Ravelry or Etsy shop.  

(Thank you for supporting Sweet Softies designs!  These funds help offset my craft materials cost and allows me to design more free patterns to share with you all on my blog!)

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• Sweet Softies Facebook Page 
• Sweet Softies Amigurumi & Crochet Community Facebook Group 
• Instagram, @SweetSofties 
• Email: sweetsofties [at] gmail.com 

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Best wishes,