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Free Little Prince Crochet Pattern – Easy Amigurumi Doll You’ll Love Making

If you’ve ever wanted to bring the magic of The Little Prince to life with yarn and a hook, this Little Prince crochet pattern is exactly what you’ve been looking for. From his wild golden hair and tiny green suit to his little red scarf and aviation goggles, every detail of this amigurumi doll is just as charming as the beloved storybook character himself.

This is one of those projects that feels genuinely special to make. Whether you’re a fan of the classic novella, looking for a meaningful handmade gift, or simply love making character amigurumi dolls, this pattern has so much to offer. And honestly? It’s more beginner-friendly than it looks. If you can crochet in the round and aren’t afraid to try a double treble crochet for the hair, you’re already well on your way.

So grab your yarn in green, yellow, and skin tone — and let’s get started!

About This Little Prince Amigurumi Pattern

Here’s a quick overview before we dive into the stitches:

• Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
• Crochet Style: Amigurumi (worked in the round), with some flat pieces
• Finished Size: Varies based on yarn weight and hook size — typically a small, palm-sized doll
• Recommended Use: Display piece, gift, book lover’s keepsake, or craft fair item

What makes this pattern so fun is all the little details. The hair uses a double treble crochet stitch to create those gorgeous, spiky, storybook-worthy locks. The goggles are worked separately and tied around the head. And the scarf is just a simple chain row that wraps around the neck — easy and oh-so-cute. Every piece comes together beautifully.

Materials Needed

Before you start crocheting your Little Prince doll, gather everything on this list:

• Yarn: DK or worsted weight in the following colors: You can check out Catania yarn
  • Skin color (for head, arms, and ears)
  • Reddish Brown (for shoes/feet base)
  • Green (for body/outfit and arms)
  • Yellow (for hair and scarf)
  • Apricot (for goggle lens piece)
  • Brown (for goggle frame and straps)
• Crochet Hook: Choose a size appropriate for your yarn weight (a 2.5mm–3.5mm hook works well for DK yarn) :You can check out Tulip crochet hooks
• Fiberfill Stuffing: Polyfill for the head, body, and arms
• Safety Eyes: Or black embroidery thread if making the doll for young children
• Tapestry/Yarn Needle: For sewing pieces together and weaving in ends
• Scissors

Tip: If you want a tiny keychain-sized doll (like shown in the photos), use a finer yarn and a smaller hook. For a larger, display-worthy version, go up to a light worsted weight. You can check out Catania yarn

Crochet Abbreviations (US Terms)

This pattern uses standard US crochet terminology. Here’s everything you’ll need:

Pattern Notes

A few helpful things to keep in mind before you begin:

• Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round when working in continuous rounds. It will save you from losing count!
• Insert safety eyes and stuff the head firmly before closing it off — once that opening is closed, you can’t get back in easily.
• The hair is worked as a separate cap-like piece and placed over the head like a wig before sewing down. Position it the way you like before securing.
• The goggles are the most detailed part of this pattern, but they’re worth every stitch. Work slowly and check your stitch counts as you go.
• BLO (back loop only) is used in a couple of places to create a visible ridge that mimics a waistband or color change line — don’t skip it!
• The scarf is simply a long chain row that you wrap around the neck after assembly — no complicated construction needed.

Free Little Prince Crochet Pattern Instructions

Let’s build this charming little doll from head to toe!

Head

(Use Skin color yarn)

• R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
• R2: 6 inc [12]
• R3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
• R4: (sc, inc, sc) x6 [24]
• R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
• R6: (2 sc, inc, 2 sc) x6 [36]
• R7: (5 sc, inc) x6 [42]
• R8–R15: 42 sc [42]
• R16: (5 sc, dec) x6 [36]
• R17: (2 sc, dec, 2 sc) x6 [30]
• R18: (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
• R19: (sc, dec, sc) x6 [18]
• R20: (sc, dec) x6 [12]
• R21: 6 dec [6]

Important: Insert safety eyes and stuff the head firmly before closing. Fasten off and weave in the end.

Legs & Body

Leg 1

(Start with Reddish Brown yarn)

• R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
• R2: 6 inc [12]

Change to Green yarn

• R3: BLO 12 sc [12]
• R4–R6: 12 sc [12]

Fasten off Leg 1.

Leg 2 & Body

Make Leg 2 exactly the same as Leg 1, but do not fasten off. Join to Leg 1 to continue making the body.

• R7: Crochet 24 sc around both legs [24]
• R8: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
• R9: 30 sc [30]

Change to Yellow yarn

• R10: 30 sl st [30]
• R11: BLO 30 sc (Note: work into the back loops of the sl st round) [30]

Change to Green yarn

• R12: (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
• R13–R14: 24 sc [24]
• R15: (sc, dec, sc) x6 [18]
• R16–R17: 18 sc [18]

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the body, then sew it to the head.

Arms (Make 2)

(Start with Skin color yarn)

• R1–R3: 7 sc [7]

Change to Green yarn

• R4–R9: 7 sc [7]

Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Lightly stuff if desired, then sew each arm to the sides of the body.

Ears (Make 2)

(Use Skin color yarn)

• R1: 5 sc in MR [5]

Pull the ring tight but do not slip stitch to join — this naturally creates a half-circle shape. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing to the sides of the head.

Hair

(Use Yellow yarn)

This is the most unique part of the pattern! The double treble crochet (dtr) stitches create those lovely spiky, textured locks. Work them with a little extra yarn to get the full effect.

• R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
• R2: (sc, dtr) x6 [12]
• R3: 12 inc [24]
• R4: (sc, dtr) x12 [24]
• R5: (sc, inc) x12 [36]
• R6: (sc, dtr) x18 [36]
• R7: 36 sc [36]
• R8: (dtr, sc) x18 [36]
• R9: 36 sc [36]
• R10: (sc, dtr) x18 [36]
• R11: 36 sc [36]
• R12: (dtr, sc) x18 [36]

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Place the hair piece on the head like a wig, positioning the spiky dtr stitches where you want the hair to flow, then sew it securely in place.

Scarf

(Use Yellow yarn)

• Row 1: Ch 46. Starting from the 2nd ch from the hook: 45 sc [45]

Fasten off and wrap around the doll’s neck. Tie or tuck the ends to secure.

Goggles

The goggles are what give this Little Prince doll his signature aviator look — definitely worth the extra effort!

Lens Piece (Make 2)

(Start with Apricot yarn)

• R1: Ch 4. Starting from the 2nd ch from the hook: 2 sc, 3 sc in the last ch. Continue working on the opposite side of the foundation chain: 1 sc, inc [8]

Change to Brown yarn

• R2: hdc inc, 1 hdc, 3 hdc inc, 1 hdc, 2 hdc inc [14]

Fasten off the first piece. Make the second piece but do not fasten off.

Joining the Lenses & Straps

Using Brown yarn from the 2nd piece:

1. Ch 3 and join to the 1st piece.
2. Top edge: 7 sl st along the 1st piece, 3 sl st along the ch-3 bridge, 7 sl st along the 2nd piece.
3. Strap 1: Ch 38 (adjust this length to fit snugly around the head). Starting from the 2nd ch from the hook, work 37 sl st back down the chain.
4. Bottom edge: 6 sl st along the 2nd piece, 3 sl st along the opposite side of the ch-3, 6 sl st along the 1st piece.
5. Strap 2: Ch 38. Starting from the 2nd ch from the hook, work 37 sl st back down the chain.

Fasten off and weave in all ends. Tie the goggles around the hair/head to finish.

Assembly Instructions

Once all your pieces are crocheted, here’s how to put your Little Prince together:

1. Attach the head to the body. Using the long tail from the body, sew the neck opening of the body firmly to the bottom of the stuffed head. Make sure the face is centered and pointing forward before you pull the seam tight.
2. Sew on the ears. Position one ear on each side of the head at approximately R8–R10, and sew each flat half-circle shape securely in place.
3. Attach the arms. Sew one arm to each side of the body at the shoulder area, making sure both are even. The skin-colored portion of the arm should be at the bottom (hands), and the green portion at the top (sleeve).
4. Place and sew the hair. Set the hair piece on top of the head like a wig. Adjust the position so the spiky dtr stitches fan out naturally, then sew it all around the perimeter to secure.
5. Wrap the scarf. Drape the yellow scarf around the neck, tucking or knotting the ends in front just like the character wears it.
6. Tie on the goggles. Position the goggles over the hair and tie the straps around the back of the head. Adjust the chain length if needed so they sit comfortably.

Helpful Tips for Making Your Little Prince Doll

• Practice the dtr stitch first. If you’ve never done a double treble crochet (yarn over 3 times), try it a few times on a test swatch before jumping into the hair section. It’s not hard once you get the rhythm, and it’s key to achieving those wild, spiky locks.
• Stuff the head firmly. A well-stuffed head holds its round shape much better and gives your doll a more polished, professional look. Don’t be shy with the fiberfill!
• Use a smaller hook for the goggles. Going down a hook size for the goggle pieces can give you a tighter, neater fabric that holds its shape better when assembling the straps.
• Position the eyes before closing the head. Try a few different eye positions while the head is still open. Moving them closer together or further apart can change the whole expression of the face.
• Leave long tails everywhere. It can be tempting to cut yarn close when fastening off, but leaving a generous tail gives you so much more thread to work with when sewing pieces together securely.
• Pin pieces in place before sewing. Use a few straight pins or stitch markers to hold the ears, arms, and hair in position before you commit to sewing. It’s much easier to reposition before the needle goes in!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a good beginner amigurumi pattern?

This pattern is great for anyone who’s comfortable with basic amigurumi techniques like working in the round, increasing, and decreasing. The head and body are quite straightforward. The hair section introduces the double treble crochet (dtr) stitch, which might be new to some beginners — but it’s explained clearly and you’ll pick it up quickly with a little practice.

What yarn should I use for the Little Prince crochet pattern?

Any smooth DK or light worsted weight yarn works beautifully for this pattern. Smooth yarn makes it much easier to see your stitches and count rounds accurately. Cotton yarn is a lovely option if you want a slightly stiffer fabric, especially for the goggles.

Can I make this doll as a gift for a child?

Absolutely! Just keep safety in mind. If the doll is for a child under 3, skip the safety eyes and embroider the eyes instead using black thread — this eliminates any choking risk. Also make sure the goggles and scarf are sewn on very securely rather than just tied.

How long does this pattern take to finish?

Most crocheters can complete this doll in a single weekend, working a few hours each day. The head and body go fairly quickly. The hair and goggles take a bit more time and concentration, so save those for when you’re feeling focused and unhurried.

What does the BLO instruction mean, and why does it matter here?

BLO means you only insert your hook into the back loop of the stitch, leaving the front loop unworked. In this pattern, it’s used to create a small visible ridge on the legs and body — mimicking a cuff or a color change line. It’s a simple technique that adds a nice realistic detail to the outfit.

Can I resize this doll?

Yes! Using a thicker yarn and a larger hook will give you a bigger doll, while finer yarn and a smaller hook makes a miniature keychain-sized version. Just keep in mind that all the pieces (arms, ears, hair, goggles) will need to scale accordingly. The chain length for the scarf and goggle straps may also need adjusting.

Final Thoughts

There’s something really special about crocheting the Little Prince. He’s such an iconic, timeless character — and seeing him come to life in yarn, round by round, is a genuinely magical crafting experience. From those golden spiky curls to the tiny goggle straps, every stitch adds another little piece of charm to this project.

Whether you’re making him for yourself, gifting him to a fellow book lover, or adding him to a collection of character amigurumi, I just know you’re going to love how he turns out. Don’t rush the details — the hair, the goggles, the little scarf — those finishing touches are what make him him.

Happy crocheting! 🌹🧶

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