Jasmine Amigurumi – Free Pattern
There is something quietly magical about turning a simple ball of yarn into a recognizable character. Amigurumi, the Japanese art of crocheting small stuffed figures, has captured the hearts of crafters all over the world, and for good reason. The projects are compact, the learning curve is manageable, and the results are endlessly charming. Among all the Disney princesses that have been reimagined in yarn, Jasmine from Aladdin holds a special place. Her iconic turquoise outfit, dark flowing hair, and confident bearing make her a particularly satisfying subject for an amigurumi doll.
This free pattern will walk you through every step of creating your own Jasmine amigurumi, from the materials you need to the finishing touches that bring her to life. Whether you are a seasoned crocheter looking for a fun weekend project or someone who has made a handful of amigurumi figures and wants to try something a bit more detailed, this pattern is written to guide you clearly from start to finish.
A Little Background on Amigurumi
Before diving into the pattern itself, it helps to understand the basics of the craft. Amigurumi originated in Japan and became globally popular in the early 2000s, spreading quickly through online communities and craft blogs. The word combines the Japanese terms for knitting or crocheting and stuffed doll. Most amigurumi pieces are worked in continuous rounds rather than joined rounds, which creates a smooth, seamless surface perfect for small figures.
The magic of amigurumi lies in its modular construction. You crochet separate pieces — a head, a body, arms, legs, and any accessories — and then assemble them at the end. This means you can work on one piece at a time without feeling overwhelmed by a large project.
Materials You Will Need
Getting your materials together before you start makes the whole process smoother. Here is what you will need for this Jasmine amigurumi pattern.
Yarn: You will need worsted weight yarn in the following colors: turquoise or teal (for her outfit), a warm medium brown or tan (for her skin tone), black or very dark brown (for her hair), gold or yellow (for her accessories), and white (for the details on her outfit). A small amount of each color goes a long way for a project this size.
Hook: A 3.5mm or 4mm crochet hook works well with worsted weight yarn for amigurumi. You want your stitches tight enough that the stuffing does not show through, so use a hook size slightly smaller than what the yarn label suggests.
Safety eyes: 9mm black safety eyes are ideal for this doll. If you are making this for a child under three, embroider the eyes with black yarn instead to eliminate any choking hazard.
Fiberfill stuffing: A bag of polyester fiberfill is all you need. Stuff each piece firmly but not so tightly that it distorts the shape.
Yarn needle: You will use this for sewing pieces together and weaving in ends.
Stitch markers: A few locking stitch markers help you track the beginning of each round.
Scissors: A sharp pair of small scissors makes clean cuts.
Optional: A small amount of blush or pink chalk for adding rosy cheeks, fabric stiffener for keeping the hair in place, and small decorative gems or beads for her headpiece (attached with care and not suitable for young children).
Gauge and Sizing
This pattern is written for worsted weight yarn on a 3.5mm hook. The finished doll will stand approximately 7 to 8 inches tall. If you use a smaller hook or lighter weight yarn, your doll will be smaller. There is no need to match gauge precisely for amigurumi — the most important thing is that your stitches are tight and consistent.
Abbreviations Used in This Pattern
MR — Magic ring
ch — Chain
sc — Single crochet
inc — Increase (two single crochets in the same stitch)
dec — Decrease (invisible decrease: insert hook into front loop of first stitch, then front loop of next stitch, yarn over and pull through both loops, yarn over and pull through remaining two loops)
sl st — Slip stitch
BLO — Back loop only
FLO — Front loop only
rnd — Round
st(s) — Stitch(es)
( ) — Repeat instructions inside parentheses the indicated number of times
Pattern: Head
The head is crocheted in skin-tone yarn. Start with a magic ring and leave a long tail at the end for attaching the head to the body.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6 sts)
Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) repeat around (18 sts)
Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) repeat around (24 sts)
Rnd 5: (sc 3, inc) repeat around (30 sts)
Rnd 6: (sc 4, inc) repeat around (36 sts)
Rnd 7: (sc 5, inc) repeat around (42 sts)
Rnd 8–14: sc in each st around (42 sts) — 7 rounds even
Rnd 15: (sc 5, dec) repeat around (36 sts)
Rnd 16: (sc 4, dec) repeat around (30 sts)
Now is the time to insert the safety eyes. Position them between rounds 10 and 11, with about 8 stitches between them. Secure the backs firmly. If you want to embroider small eyelashes, do so now before the head closes further.
Rnd 17: (sc 3, dec) repeat around (24 sts)
Begin stuffing the head firmly. Continue stuffing as you close the remaining rounds.
Rnd 18: (sc 2, dec) repeat around (18 sts)
Rnd 19: (sc 1, dec) repeat around (12 sts)
Rnd 20: dec around (6 sts)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Use your yarn needle to close the remaining hole by weaving through the front loops of the last 6 stitches and pulling tight. Weave in the tail.
Pattern: Body
Switch to turquoise yarn for the body. This piece starts at the waist and increases downward toward the hips, then the top is shaped to attach the head cleanly.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6 sts)
Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) repeat around (18 sts)
Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) repeat around (24 sts)
Rnd 5: (sc 3, inc) repeat around (30 sts)
Rnd 6: sc in each st around (30 sts)
Rnd 7: (sc 4, inc) repeat around (36 sts)
Rnd 8: sc in each st around (36 sts)
Rnd 9: (sc 5, inc) repeat around (42 sts)
Rnd 10–12: sc in each st around (42 sts)
Rnd 13: (sc 5, dec) repeat around (36 sts)
Rnd 14: (sc 4, dec) repeat around (30 sts)
Rnd 15: (sc 3, dec) repeat around (24 sts)
Rnd 16: (sc 2, dec) repeat around (18 sts)
Stuff the body firmly at this point.
Rnd 17: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing the head to the body.
Pattern: Legs (Make Two)
Jasmine’s pants are wide and flowy. To simulate this, the legs are worked in turquoise and slightly flared at the bottom.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6 sts)
Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) repeat around (18 sts)
Rnd 4–6: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Rnd 7: (sc 1, dec) repeat around (12 sts)
Rnd 8–14: sc in each st around (12 sts)
Stuff lightly. Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.
For the foot, which will be worked in skin-tone yarn and attached to the bottom of the leg, simply crochet a small flattened oval: chain 4, sc in the 2nd chain from the hook and the next chain, 3 sc in the last chain, turn and work back along the other side, ending with sl st to join. Sew it to the bottom of the leg.
Pattern: Arms (Make Two)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR in skin-tone yarn (6 sts)
Rnd 2: (sc 1, inc) repeat around (9 sts)
Rnd 3–4: sc in each st around (9 sts)
Switch to turquoise yarn.
Rnd 5–12: sc in each st around (9 sts)
Stuff lightly. Flatten the top of the arm and sew it closed with a few stitches through both layers. Leave a tail for attaching to the body.
Pattern: Hair
Jasmine’s hair is one of the most iconic elements of her look — long, black, and tied back in a low ponytail with a gold band. To create this effect, you will make a hair cap that covers the head, then add a ponytail piece separately.
Hair Cap:
With black yarn, start at the top of the head.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6 sts)
Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
Rnd 3: (sc 1, inc) repeat around (18 sts)
Rnd 4: (sc 2, inc) repeat around (24 sts)
Rnd 5: (sc 3, inc) repeat around (30 sts)
Rnd 6: (sc 4, inc) repeat around (36 sts)
Rnd 7: (sc 5, inc) repeat around (42 sts)
Rnd 8–12: sc in each st around (42 sts)
Rnd 13: sc in BLO around (42 sts) — this creates a ridge for the hairline
Rnd 14–16: sc in each st around (42 sts)
Do not stuff. Fasten off and leave a long tail. Sew this cap onto the head, aligning the hairline ridge so that it sits naturally on the forehead. The cap should feel snug against the head.
Ponytail:
Chain 20 in black yarn, then work 1 sc in each chain back toward the start to create a flat strip. Fold this strip in half lengthwise and sew it together loosely to form a bundled ponytail shape. Sew it to the back of the hair cap at approximately round 14.
For the gold hair tie, use a small piece of gold yarn and wind it around the base of the ponytail several times, securing it with a knot at the back.
Pattern: Headpiece
Jasmine’s gold headpiece is a small flat oval with a jewel in the center. Work in gold yarn.
Chain 6. Sc in the 2nd chain from the hook and each remaining chain (5 sts). Turn. Sc in each stitch across (5 sts). Fasten off. Sew it to the front center of the hair cap. If you are making this for an adult display doll, you can glue a small flat rhinestone to the center for extra sparkle.
Pattern: Crop Top Detail
Jasmine’s top is a cropped turquoise piece with a golden hem. Since the body is already worked in turquoise, you only need to add a decorative trim. With gold yarn and your yarn needle, work a single row of surface single crochets around the upper edge of the body at round 16. This creates a visible gold line that suggests the trimmed edge of her top. Repeat this trim at the waistline.
Assembling the Doll
Assembly is where everything comes together, and taking your time here makes a huge difference in the final result.
Start by sewing the head to the body. With the long tail from the body’s final round, use a whip stitch or mattress stitch to attach the head securely. Make sure the face is pointing forward and the hair cap sits naturally.
Next, attach the arms. Position them on either side of the body at approximately rounds 14 and 15 of the body. Pin them in place before sewing to make sure they look symmetrical. Sew through both the body and the flat top of the arm several times to make the connection sturdy.
Sew the legs to the bottom of the body. They should point downward and align with the sides of the body. Sew across the opening at the base of the body to close it, then stitch the legs in place through that base.
Adding Facial Details
Jasmine’s face deserves careful attention. With a fine yarn needle and a length of dark red or pink yarn, embroider a small, confident smile below the safety eyes. Keep it subtle — just a slight upward curve. For her eyebrows, use black yarn or a black embroidery thread and stitch two short, slightly arched lines above the eyes. These make an enormous difference in capturing her expression.
If you want to add a rosy glow to her cheeks, use a cotton swab to apply a tiny amount of pink chalk or blush directly to the yarn. This technique is used by many amigurumi makers to add warmth and dimension to a character’s face.
Customization Ideas
One of the great joys of making amigurumi from free patterns is adapting them to your own vision. Here are a few ways to make this Jasmine doll uniquely yours.
You could add a small crocheted version of Rajah the tiger as a companion piece, using orange and black yarn. Or create a tiny magic lamp from gold yarn and a bit of wire armature. If you prefer the version of Jasmine from the 2019 live-action film, substitute deep teal with rich purple and gold for the fabric colors.
You can also scale the pattern up or down by switching yarn weights. Using a fine sport weight yarn with a 2.5mm hook will produce a much smaller, more delicate figure. Using chunky yarn with a 6mm hook creates a larger, softer doll that is very huggable.
Tips for Success
Even experienced crocheters run into small challenges with amigurumi. A few things that will help you throughout this project:
Always use a stitch marker to track the beginning of each round. Because you are working in a continuous spiral, it is very easy to lose your place without one.
Stuff each piece a little more firmly than feels natural. Amigurumi tends to look best when it is well-stuffed, and understuffing often leads to a lumpy, deflated appearance after a few days.
When sewing pieces together, use the same color yarn as the piece you are sewing. This keeps the join nearly invisible.
Check the positioning of the eyes before securing them permanently. Once the safety backs are snapped on, they are extremely difficult to remove. Hold the eyes against the head without attaching them and look at the face from different angles to make sure the spacing feels right.
Caring for Your Finished Doll
If you used acrylic yarn, which most crafters do for amigurumi, the finished doll can be gently hand washed in cool water and laid flat to dry. Avoid wringing it out, as this can distort the shape. If you plan to display the doll rather than play with it, consider a light coat of fabric stiffener to help the hair and outfit keep their shape over time.
Final Thoughts
Creating a Jasmine amigurumi is a wonderfully rewarding project. She comes together piece by piece, and there is a particular thrill in placing the hair cap on the finished head and watching her character suddenly snap into focus. This kind of craft connects us to something ancient — the human impulse to make figures that
