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Giant Forester Wizard Amigurumi Pattern

Giant Forester Wizard Amigurumi Pattern
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A 10-12 hour project—great for savoring the process over several sessions.

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About This Giant Forester Wizard Amigurumi Pattern

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This gentle giant is a masterpiece for any collection. He’s the perfect gift for fans of high-fantasy and makes a stunning centerpiece on a bookshelf or in a themed nursery.

Why You'll Love This Giant Forester Wizard Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely loved the process of creating the hair — dividing the yarn strands gives him such a unique, frizzy texture that really brings his personality to life. Plus, making the tiny accessories like the pink umbrella is just pure joy. It's one of those projects where you're constantly surprised by how much character a few stitches can create.

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I’ve always felt that some characters just belong in yarn, and this giant is definitely one of them. There’s something about his rugged coat and that wild, tangled beard that just begs for the texture only crochet can provide. When I first started working on him, I was a bit intimidated by the hair—it’s a lot of work! But once you see those curls starting to frame his face, it completely changes his personality.

One thing I really want to emphasize is the wire frame. Don’t be tempted to skip it! It’s what gives him that sturdy, lifelike presence and allows him to hold his accessories. I spent quite a while getting the lantern just right so it would look like it was actually casting a glow. If you want to get creative, try using a slightly fuzzy yarn for the coat to give it that well-worn, rustic feel. This pattern is definitely a journey, but every single stitch is worth it when you see him standing on your shelf, ready for an adventure in the woods. He’s become a permanent resident in my craft room, and I hope you love making him as much as I did.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ When joining the legs with Round 1 of the body, if your stitch marker is off by even a stitch, his toes might end up pigeon-toed or splayed too far out.✗ The double crochet decreases on the feet can create gaps if your tension isn't tight, so make sure to pull your yarn firmly through those loops.✗ If you skip the cardboard insoles, the giant will have rounded feet and won't be able to stand steadily even with the wire frame.✗ Attaching the hair strands too close together on the back of the head will make the wig so heavy that the head might tilt backwards.

Giant Forester Wizard Amigurumi Pattern

Meet our gentle giant! This project is a labor of love, capturing all the rugged charm of everyone's favorite woodsman. You'll get to play with different textures, from the smooth stitches of his coat to the wild, tousled look of his iconic hair. It's a substantial piece that feels so rewarding as he starts to come together, lantern in hand. You'll love the challenge of the wire frame and the joy of creating his tiny, iconic accessories.

Advanced 10-12 Hours

Materials Needed for Giant Forester Wizard Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    YarnArt Jeans in skin tone (07), tobacco brown (690), dark brown (26), chocolate (70), and copper brown (40)
  • 02
    Gazzal Baby Cotton in light terracotta (3454)
  • 03
    Pehorka Smesovaya brown melange (517) for the hair
  • 04
    YarnArt Jeans in pink (78) and light yellow (1123) for accessories
  • 05
    Black and white mouline thread for facial embroidery

— Tools Required

  • 01
    2.0 mm crochet hook (or 1.75 mm depending on your tension)
  • 02
    10 mm safety eyes
  • 03
    1.5 mm copper wire for the internal skeleton
  • 04
    Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
  • 05
    Cardboard or plastic sheets for shoe insoles
  • 06
    15 cm wooden stick for the umbrella
  • 07
    Strong thin thread for hair attachment
  • 08
    Transparent craft glue
  • 09
    Hard pastels or blush for face tinting
  • 10
    Stitch markers, pins, needle, and scissors

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— 1. Arms - Thumb :

Round 1 :

Start with 6 sc into a MR (6)

Round 2 :

Work 6 sc (6)

Round 3 :

Work 6 sc (6)

Info :

Fasten off and cut the yarn. Make two of these.

— 2. Arms - Main Piece :

Round 1 :

Using skin color, work 6 sc into a MR (6)

Round 2 :

Work 6 inc around (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) repeat 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

Work 18 sc (18)

Round 5 :

Work 18 sc (18)

Round 6 :

Work 18 sc (18)

Round 7 :

Work 18 sc (18)

Round 8 :

Work 18 sc (18)

Round 9 :

Join the thumb by working 3 sc through both the thumb and main piece, then sc 15 around the main piece (18)

Round 10 :

Work 3 sc along the remaining thumb stitches, then sc 15 around the main piece (18)

Round 11 :

(4 sc, dec) repeat 3 times (15)

Info :

Stuff the hand lightly and insert your prepared 22 cm wire frame. Continue stuffing as you work.

Round 12 :

Work 15 sc (15)

Round 13 :

Work 15 sc (15)

Colour Change :

Switch to terracotta yarn and fasten off the skin tone.

Round 14 :

(4 sc, inc) repeat 3 times (18)

Round 15 :

Work 18 sc into the BLO (18)

Round 16-41 :

Work 18 sc for 26 rounds (18)

Info :

Flatten the arm and work extra sc as needed to align the thumb to the side. Fasten off. Repeat for the second arm.

— 3. Arm Cuffs :

Info :

Return to the FLO of Round 14 on the arm. Hold the hand facing down and attach terracotta yarn.

Round 1-5 :

Work 18 sc for 5 rounds (18)

Info :

Work extra sc to finish above the thumb, then fold the cuff down and weave in tails.

— 4. Left Leg :

Info :

Begin with tobacco brown yarn. ch 13 and start in the second ch from the hook.

Round 1 :

inc, 10 sc, 4 sc in one stitch, 10 sc, inc in the first stitch (28)

Round 2 :

2 inc, 10 sc, 4 inc, 10 sc, 2 inc (36)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) twice, 10 sc, (inc, 1 sc) twice, (1 sc, inc) twice, 10 sc, (inc, 1 sc) twice (44)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) twice, 10 sc, (inc, 2 sc) twice, (2 sc, inc) twice, 10 sc, (inc, 2 sc) twice (52)

Info :

Trace the sole onto cardboard and cut two insoles to fit later.

Round 5-6 :

Work 52 sc into the BLO for 2 rounds (52)

Round 7-9 :

13 sc, 26 hdc, 13 sc (52)

Info :

Ensure your marker is centered at the heel. Insert the cardboard insole now.

Round 10 :

13 sc, (dc dec, 2 hdc) 6 times, dc dec, 13 sc (45)

Round 11 :

13 sc, (1 hdc, dc dec) 6 times, 1 hdc, 13 sc (39)

Round 12 :

13 sc, 7 dc dec, 12 sc (32)

Round 13 :

(2 sc, dec) repeat 8 times (24)

Colour Change :

Switch to dark brown yarn for the trousers. Fasten off tobacco brown.

Round 14 :

Work 24 sc into the BLO (24)

Info :

Prepare the leg wire (36 cm), wrap 15 cm with tape, and insert into the foot. Stuff firmly.

Round 15-18 :

Work 24 sc for 4 rounds (24)

Round 19 :

(5 sc, inc) repeat 4 times (28)

Round 20-21 :

Work 28 sc for 2 rounds (28)

Info :

Fasten off. Now we create the trouser leg overlay.

— 5. Trouser Leg Overlay :

Info :

Attach dark brown yarn to the FLO of Round 13 on the leg, centered at the back.

Round 1 :

(2 sc, inc) repeat 8 times (32)

Round 2-3 :

Work 32 sc for 2 rounds (32)

Round 4 :

sl st into the next stitch, ch 1, turn. Work 32 sc into the FLO, sl st into the ch, ch 1, turn (32)

Round 5 :

Work 32 sc into the BLO (32)

Round 6 :

(15 sc, inc) repeat twice (34)

Round 7 :

Work 34 sc (34)

Round 8 :

(15 sc, dec) repeat twice (32)

Round 9 :

(dec, 6 sc) repeat 4 times (28)

Round 10-13 :

Work 28 sc for 4 rounds (28)

Round 14 :

Join the trouser piece to the leg by working 28 sc through both layers (28)

Round 15-27 :

Work 28 sc for 13 rounds (28)

Info :

Work extra sc to finish on the inner side of the leg. Repeat everything for the second leg, but do not cut the yarn on the second one.

— 6. Body :

Round 1 :

ch 7 from the second leg, join to the first leg with sc. Work 14 sc, place marker. sc 14, 7 sc along the ch, 28 sc, 7 sc along the ch, 14 sc (70)

Round 2 :

14 sc, inc, 5 sc, inc, 28 sc, inc, 5 sc, inc, 14 sc (74)

Round 3 :

5 sc, inc, 8 sc, inc, 7 sc, inc, 8 sc, inc, 10 sc, inc, 8 sc, inc, 7 sc, inc, 8 sc, inc, 5 sc (82)

Round 4-8 :

Work 82 sc for 5 rounds (82)

Round 9 :

15 sc, inc, 9 sc, inc, 56 sc (84)

Round 10-21 :

Work 84 sc for 12 rounds (84)

Colour Change :

Switch to terracotta yarn on the last stitch of Round 21.

Round 22-23 :

Work 84 sc for 2 rounds (84)

Round 24 :

Work 84 sc into the BLO (84)

Round 25-28 :

Work 84 sc for 4 rounds (84)

Round 29 :

7 sc, dec, (11 sc, dec) twice, 49 sc (81)

Round 30-34 :

Work 81 sc for 5 rounds (81)

Round 35 :

(8 sc, dec) 3 times, 51 sc (78)

Round 36-46 :

Work 78 sc for 11 rounds (78)

Round 47 :

Join arms: 7 sc through body and first arm, 34 sc across front, 7 sc through body and second arm, 30 sc across back (78)

Round 48 :

11 sc along outer arm, 34 sc across front, 11 sc along other outer arm, 30 sc across back (86)

Round 49-50 :

Work 86 sc for 2 rounds (86)

Round 51 :

(10 sc, dec, 9 sc, dec) twice, 10 sc, dec, 7 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec, 7 sc, dec (78)

Round 52 :

(4 sc, dec) repeat 13 times (65)

Round 53 :

Work 65 sc (65)

Round 54 :

4 sc, dec, 21 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec, (9 sc, dec) twice, 4 sc (60)

Round 55 :

(2 sc, dec, 2 sc) repeat 10 times (50)

Round 56 :

Work 50 sc (50)

Round 57 :

(3 sc, dec) repeat 10 times (40)

Round 58 :

Work 40 sc (40)

Round 59 :

(2 sc, dec) repeat 10 times (30)

Round 60 :

Work 30 sc (30)

Round 61 :

(1 sc, dec) repeat 10 times (20)

Colour Change :

Switch to skin color on the last stitch of Round 61.

Round 62 :

Work 20 sc into the BLO (20)

Round 63 :

(dec, 8 sc) repeat twice (18)

Round 64-66 :

Work 18 sc for 3 rounds (18)

Info :

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for attaching the head.

— 7. Shirt Bottom Edge :

Info :

Attach terracotta yarn to the FLO of Round 23 on the body at the back center.

Round 1 :

Work 84 sc (84)

Round 2 :

20 sc, inc, 41 sc, inc, 21 sc (86)

Round 3-8 :

Work 86 sc for 6 rounds (86)

Info :

sl st into the next stitch, fasten off and hide tails.

— 8. Head :

Round 1 :

Using skin tone, 6 sc into a MR (6)

Round 2 :

Work 6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) repeat 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) repeat 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) repeat 6 times (30)

Round 6 :

(2 sc, inc, 2 sc) repeat 6 times (36)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc) repeat 6 times (42)

Round 8 :

(3 sc, inc, 3 sc) repeat 6 times (48)

Round 9 :

(7 sc, inc) repeat 6 times (54)

Round 10 :

(4 sc, inc, 4 sc) repeat 6 times (60)

Round 11 :

(9 sc, inc) repeat 6 times (66)

Round 12 :

(5 sc, inc, 5 sc) repeat 6 times (72)

Round 13-28 :

Work 72 sc for 16 rounds (72)

Info :

Place 10 mm safety eyes between Rounds 20 and 21, spaced 14 stitches apart.

Round 29 :

(5 sc, dec, 5 sc) repeat 6 times (66)

Round 30 :

(9 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (60)

Round 31 :

(4 sc, dec, 4 sc) repeat 6 times (54)

Round 32 :

(7 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (48)

Round 33 :

(3 sc, dec, 3 sc) repeat 6 times (42)

Round 34 :

(5 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (36)

Round 35 :

(2 sc, dec, 2 sc) repeat 6 times (30)

Round 36 :

(3 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (24)

Round 37 :

(2 sc, dec) repeat 6 times (18)

Info :

Fasten off and stuff the head firmly.

— 9. Nose :

Round 1 :

Using skin tone, 6 sc into a MR (6)

Round 2 :

3 inc, 3 sc (9)

Round 3 :

inc, 1 sc, 2 hdc inc, 1 sc, inc, 3 sc (13)

Info :

Fasten off, leave a tail for sewing. Sew between the eyes.

— 10. Ears (Optional) :

Right Ear :

In a MR: ch 3, 2 dc, 2 hdc, 2 sc. Pull ring closed and fasten off.

Left Ear :

In a MR: 2 sc, 2 hdc, 2 dc, ch 3, sl st into ring. Pull closed and fasten off.

— 11. Vest :

Row 1 :

Using chocolate yarn, ch 29. Starting in 2nd ch: 2 inc, (2 sc, inc) 7 times, 3 sc, 2 inc, ch 1, turn (39)

Row 2 :

inc, 11 sc, inc, 13 sc, inc, 11 sc, inc, ch 1, turn (43)

Row 3 :

(inc, 5 sc) 7 times, inc, ch 1, turn (51)

Row 4 :

(inc, 6 sc) 3 times, inc, 7 sc, inc, (6 sc, inc) 3 times, ch 1, turn (59)

Row 5 :

(inc, 7 sc) 3 times, inc, 9 sc, inc, (7 sc, inc) 3 times, ch 1, turn (67)

Row 6 :

(inc, 8 sc) 2 times, (inc, 9 sc) 3 times, (inc, 8 sc) 2 times, inc, ch 1, turn (75)

Row 7 :

inc, 73 sc, inc, ch 1, turn (77)

Info :

Now divide for the foreparts and back. Fasten off.

— 12. Vest Foreparts & Back :

Forepart 1 :

Attach yarn to Row 7. Row 1-2: 12 sc, ch 1, turn. Row 3: 11 sc, inc. Row 4: inc, 12 sc. Row 5: 13 sc, inc. Row 6: inc, 14 sc. Row 7-24: 16 sc. (16)

Back Side :

Skip 12 stitches from Forepart 1. Row 1-2: 29 sc. Row 3: inc, 27 sc, inc. Row 4: inc, 29 sc, inc. Row 5: inc, 31 sc, inc. Row 6: inc, 33 sc, inc. Row 7-14: 37 sc. Row 15: inc, 35 sc, inc. Row 16-24: 39 sc. (39)

Forepart 2 :

Skip 12 stitches from Back Side. Row 1-2: 12 sc. Row 3: inc, 11 sc. Row 4: 12 sc, inc. Row 5: inc, 13 sc. Row 6: 14 sc, inc. Row 7-24: 16 sc. (16)

— 13. Coat :

Row 1 :

Using copper brown, ch 29. Starting in 2nd ch: inc, 1 sc, (2 sc, inc) 7 times, 4 sc, inc, ch 1, turn (37)

Row 2 :

(inc, 4 sc) 3 times, inc, 5 sc, (inc, 4 sc) 3 times, inc, ch 1, turn (45)

Row 3 :

(inc, 5 sc) 3 times, inc, 7 sc, (inc, 5 sc) 3 times, inc, ch 1, turn (53)

Row 4 :

(inc, 6 sc) 3 times, inc, 9 sc, (inc, 6 sc) 3 times, inc, ch 1, turn (61)

Row 5 :

(inc, 7 sc) 3 times, inc, 11 sc, (inc, 7 sc) 3 times, inc, ch 1, turn (69)

Row 6 :

inc, 67 sc, inc, ch 1, turn (71)

Row 7 :

(inc, 8 sc) 3 times, inc, 15 sc, (inc, 8 sc) 3 times, inc, ch 1, turn (79)

Row 8-9 :

Work 79 sc for 2 rows (79)

Row 10 :

inc, 77 sc, inc, ch 1, turn (81)

Row 11 :

14 sc, inc, 10 sc, inc, 29 sc, inc, 10 sc, inc, 14 sc, ch 1, turn (85)

Row 12 :

inc, 83 sc, inc, ch 1, turn (87)

Row 13 :

16 sc, inc, 10 sc, inc, 31 sc, inc, 10 sc, inc, 16 sc, ch 1, turn (91)

Row 14 :

inc, 89 sc, inc, ch 1, turn (93)

Row 15 :

Create armholes: 16 sc, ch 10, skip 14, 33 sc, ch 10, skip 14, 16 sc, ch 1, turn (85)

Row 16 :

inc, 15 sc, 10 sc along ch, 33 sc, 10 sc along ch, 15 sc, inc, ch 1, turn (87)

Row 17-55 :

Follow the increasing pattern every few rows until you reach 115 stitches at Row 55. Finish with a sc border around the edges.

— 14. Lantern :

Row 1 :

Using cocoa yarn, ch 21. Starting in 2nd ch: 20 sc, ch 1, turn (20)

Row 2 :

Switch to light yellow. Work 20 sc into the FLO, ch 1, turn (20)

Row 3-9 :

Work 20 sc for 7 rows (20)

Row 10-36 :

Repeat the yellow panels separated by cocoa sc rows until all 4 windows are complete.

— 15. Umbrella :

Round 1 :

Using pink yarn, 6 sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3-4 :

12 sc (12)

Round 5 :

(inc, 1 sc) 6 times (18)

Round 6-27 :

Continue increasing by 12 stitches every even round until Round 27 (138). Finish with sl st.

Assembly Instructions

  • Insert the wire frame through the legs and into the body before you finish stuffing the torso.
  • Use the needle sculpting technique to pull the safety eyes slightly inward for a more expressive, sunken-eye look.
  • Position the nose exactly between the eyes, one round higher than the upper eyelids.
  • Sew the ears seven stitches away from the eyes, though they'll likely be tucked under the hair.
  • Layer the chocolate vest over the terracotta shirt before attaching the copper brown coat.
  • Attach the head to the neck once all clothes are finished, ensuring his gaze is directed straight forward.

Important Notes

  • 💡Stuff the lower body and belly very firmly to prevent the fabric from sagging between the legs.
  • 💡Wire ends should be looped and taped for safety before being inserted into the doll.
  • 💡If you use a different yarn weight, ensure you adjust the hook size to keep the stitches dense.
  • 💡The hair can be attached at the very end to avoid it getting in the way while sewing the clothes.
  • 💡For the best look, use 'semi-X' shaped stitches by using the yarn-under technique for the first grab.

I'm so proud of you for tackling this massive project! Seeing him stand there with his little pink umbrella and glowing lantern is honestly one of the best feelings in the world. Take a moment to admire your hard work—from the needle sculpting on his face to the layered textures of his clothes. He’s not just a toy; he’s a character full of heart. I hope he brings a bit of magic and comfort to your home for a long time to come. Happy crocheting! 🧶✨

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FAQs

Can I make this without the wire frame?

You can, but he won't be able to stand on his own or hold his accessories. The wire gives him the structural integrity needed to support the heavy hair and clothing.

What is the best way to handle the thick hair yarn?

I recommend dividing the thick melange yarn into individual strands. It takes time, but it creates that perfect frizzy, tousled look that defines the character.

My doll is much larger than 14 inches, what happened?

You likely used a 'V-shape' stitch (yarn over). This pattern is designed with 'semi-X' stitches (yarn under then yarn over), which creates a denser, smaller fabric.

How do I make the lantern look like it's glowing?

Use a very bright, pale yellow yarn for the window panels and ensure you embroider the cocoa-colored frame lines neatly to create the window effect.