10 Crochet Ballerina Doll Free Patterns
Few things are cuter than a little doll in a tutu and ballet slippers. A crochet ballerina doll makes a perfect gift for a child who just started dance class, a recital day surprise, or a sweet piece of nursery decor.
Below are 10 free crochet ballerina doll patterns. There are girl dolls with buns and tutus, a tiny 6-inch ballerina, and a few animal dancers too, like a bunny, a kitten and a hippo. Each one has a free written pattern on the designer’s site.
Crochet Ballerina Doll Free Patterns
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What You’ll Need
- Cotton or acrylic yarn in pink, white and skin tones
- Crochet hook set (2.5 mm to 4.5 mm)
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing
- Safety eyes (8 mm to 12 mm)
- Tulle or satin ribbon for tutus and bows
- Locking stitch markers
- Yarn needle with a big eye
1. Bella the Ballerina
Photo: Jenny & Teddy
Bella has a round head, a stuffed body with a tutu skirt, tube-shaped arms, and legs with ballet shoes. The pattern uses easy stitches: single crochet, increases and decreases. She is about 7.5 to 8 inches tall, and the designer says it is easy to change her hair color and details. A lovely first ballerina doll.
- Designer: Jenny & Teddy
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: 8-ply acrylic (see pattern)
- Hook: see pattern (1.25 mm is listed on the page)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
2. Zoya Crochet Ballerina
Photo: Chai Coffee Crochet
Zoya’s legs, body and head are worked in one piece, so there is very little sewing. Her dress is built right into the body, and she has a simple bun hair cap. She is about 10.5 inches tall, not counting the bun, and uses less than 100 grams of DK yarn. The designer calls her a really easy doll for beginners.
- Designer: Chai Coffee Crochet
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: DK (#3)
- Hook: 2.75 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid ad-free PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
3. Zara the Small Crochet Ballerina
Photo: Shama / Chai Coffee Crochet
Zara is Zoya’s tiny friend, about 4.5 inches tall in DK yarn. Her dress is crocheted as part of the body, and her hair is a simple bun. She uses basic stitches, though the small parts can be a bit fiddly. The designer also made an 11-inch version in super bulky yarn, so you can size her up for a big, squishy hug.
- Designer: Shama / Chai Coffee Crochet
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: DK (#3)
- Hook: see pattern
- Price: Free written pattern + paid ad-free PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
4. Mini Amigurumi Ballerina
Photo: Erica Dietz / 5 Little Monsters
This tiny Nutcracker-style ballerina is about 6 inches tall from her toes to the top of her bun. She has a tutu, matching slippers, safety eyes and an embroidered mouth. She is Day 8 of a mini amigurumi advent series, and the designer notes she can become a Sugar Plum Fairy with a change of colors. Great for a holiday ornament.
- Designer: Erica Dietz / 5 Little Monsters
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: medium worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4.25 mm (G)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
5. Amigurumi Ballerina Bunny
Photo: Mari-Liis Lille / Lilleliis
This pink bunny wears a ruffled tutu and tiny ballet slippers. She is about 7 inches tall and made in DK cotton in four colors. You can cover her ears with fabric for a fancier look. The free pattern is complete on the page, and a premium PDF with step-by-step photos is also offered if you want extra help.
- Designer: Mari-Liis Lille / Lilleliis
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: DK (#3) cotton
- Hook: 2.5 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid premium PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
6. Amigurumi Ballerina Kitten
Photo: Stephanie / Grace and Yarn
This gray kitten has a tutu, a headband with a bow and slippers. Her body and head are worked as one piece, which saves sewing time. She is about 8 inches tall when seated. She is part of a ballerina trio, and the mouse below is one of her friends, so you can make a whole little dance class.
- Designer: Stephanie / Grace and Yarn
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.5 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid ad-free PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
7. Amigurumi Ballerina Mouse
Photo: Stephanie / Grace and Yarn
The ballerina mouse has a tutu, little ears and small accessories, and she sits about 9 inches tall. Like the kitten, her body and head are one piece. The designer says you can change the colors freely, so she can match any dance outfit or nursery. Pair her with the kitten for a sweet set.
- Designer: Stephanie / Grace and Yarn
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.5 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid ad-free PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
8. Irina the Hippo Ballerina
Photo: Elisa Sartori / Elisa’s Crochet
Irina is a gray hippo in a red clay tutu, with little ears, nostrils and a tail. She is worked in rounds and has embroidered eyes and mouth, which is nice for a baby gift. This is an updated version of the designer’s first Irina pattern, and it is labeled for beginners. A funny, sweet twist on the classic ballerina.
- Designer: Elisa Sartori / Elisa’s Crochet
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: worsted (#4)
- Hook: 2.5 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid photo PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
9. Ballerina Bear
Photo: RIN Crochet, shared on Lovelycraft
This brown teddy bear wears a blue ballerina dress worked right onto her body. She has a white nose, and the page suggests adding a little cheek blush after you put her together. There are not too many small details, so the page calls her very suitable for beginners. A PDF download is also offered.
- Designer: RIN Crochet, shared on Lovelycraft
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: see pattern (Drops Safran used)
- Hook: 2.5 mm
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
10. Deer Ballerina
Photo: mwl_crochet, shared on Lovelycraft
This deer ballerina has a white ballet-style dress, two-part horns and a daisy on her head. She is made from several pieces, so there is some sewing, and the page says she can be a little tricky. A wooden stick helps hold the head up. She would look lovely on a shelf in a woodland-themed nursery.
- Designer: mwl_crochet, shared on Lovelycraft
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: see pattern
- Hook: 3.5 mm
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
Which One Should You Make?
- First ballerina doll? Start with #2, Zoya. She is worked in one piece and made for beginners.
- Need a quick ornament or party favor? Try #4, the 6-inch Mini Ballerina, or #3, tiny Zara.
- Making a gift for a little dancer who loves animals? Pick #5, the Ballerina Bunny, or #8, Irina the Hippo.
- Want a matching set? Make #6 and #7 together. The kitten and mouse are from the same ballerina trio.
- Love woodland decor? Go with #10, the Deer Ballerina, with her daisy and horns.
FAQ
How do you make a tutu for a crochet doll?
Most crochet tutus are worked right into the waist of the doll with front loops or a separate round, then built up with ruffles of chains or double crochet. For a fluffy look, you can also tie short strips of tulle around a crochet waistband. Light, soft yarn in pink or white looks the most like a real tutu.
What size hook should I use for a crochet ballerina doll?
Use the hook the pattern lists, but most amigurumi dolls use a hook a little smaller than the yarn label suggests. This makes tight stitches so the stuffing does not show. The patterns on this list range from 2.5 mm for small dolls to 4.25 mm for a worsted mini ballerina.
Can I make a ballerina doll for a dance recital gift?
Yes, and it is a lovely idea. Pick a small doll like the Mini Ballerina or Zara so you can finish in a few evenings. Match the tutu color to the child’s recital costume, and add a satin ribbon bow to make it extra special.
Pick your dancer, grab some pink yarn, and get ready for a standing ovation.