11 Crochet Doll Winter Clothes Free Patterns
When it gets cold outside, kids want their dolls bundled up too. A cozy coat, a warm sweater and a hat with a pom-pom make a doll ready for snow days, sledding and hot cocoa play. Winter doll clothes are also great gifts, since they pair so well with the clothes a child already has.
Here are 11 free crochet doll winter clothes patterns we opened and checked. You will find a coat and hat set, sweaters, a cardigan, hats, mittens, leg warmers and a fluffy muff set. Most fit 18-inch dolls, and two are made for 10-inch amigurumi dolls.
Crochet Doll Winter Clothes Free Patterns
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What You’ll Need
- Worsted weight acrylic yarn in winter colors
- Fuzzy or faux fur trim yarn
- Crochet hook set (3 mm to 5.5 mm)
- Faux fur pom-poms
- Small snaps, buttons and hook-and-loop tape
- Yarn needle
- Locking stitch markers
1. Coat and Hat for Dolly
A simple winter coat and matching hat. The coat is worked back and forth in rows, and the sleeves are added in rounds right into the armholes, so there is less sewing. The hat is worked top-down and has a brim that matches the coat edging. It uses Red Heart Super Saver, so it is easy to find yarn for it.
- Designer: Oombawka Design Crochet
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 5.5 mm (I)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
2. Snow Day Sweater and Skirt Set
Photo: Ambassador Crochet
This sweater is worked in half double crochet with fluffy fur trim on the collar, waistband and sleeves. It closes with hook-and-loop tape, so it is easy for kids to put on. A single crochet skirt with a button finishes the set. It fits most 18-inch dolls and looks just like a cozy ski lodge outfit.
- Designer: Ambassador Crochet
- Skill level: Easy (advanced beginner)
- Yarn: Worsted (#4) plus bulky (#5) fur yarn for trim
- Hook: 5 mm (H/8)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
3. Cowl Neck Sweater
Photo: Crown Country Crochet
A soft sweater with a big cowl neck and textured post stitches at the neck and hem. It has sleeves and closes at the back with snaps. It fits American Girl-size dolls and other 18-inch dolls. The designer rates it for beginners who know basic stitches and post stitches.
- Designer: Crown Country Crochet
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Light worsted (#3)
- Hook: 3 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
4. Granny Stitch Cardigan
Photo: ABC Knitting Patterns
A top-down cardigan made with granny stitch shells. The yoke is worked back and forth with raglan increases, then the body and sleeves are made separately and seamed. Add small buttons to the front band. It is made in fine thread, so it looks neat and store-bought, and it layers nicely over a dress.
- Designer: ABC Knitting Patterns
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Size 10 crochet thread
- Hook: 1.75 mm
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
5. Winter Poms Doll Hat
Photo: A Crocheted Simplicity
A knit-look winter hat with two pom-pom ties in front. It uses back loop stitches for a ribbed texture and has a seam at the crown. The designer made it to go with a doll snowsuit, and a photo tutorial is also on the site. It fits most 18-inch dolls.
- Designer: A Crocheted Simplicity
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 5 mm (H/8)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
6. Doll Hat and Mittens
Photo: Hookfully
A one-color beanie and mittens set you can make in one evening. It is a beginner pattern and fits 14-inch baby dolls and 18-inch child dolls. This is a sweet first winter set if you are new to crochet, and it is a quick gift to tuck in with a doll.
- Designer: Hookfully
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Light worsted / DK (#3)
- Hook: 4 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
7. Winter Accessories Set
This big set has six pieces: a fluff hat, fingerless mittens, fluffy boots, a muff, mittens on a string and a scarf. Some pieces use a fuzzy boa yarn for trim. Each item takes about an ounce of worsted yarn. The scarf and mittens are easy, while the boots and muff are a bit more advanced.
- Designer: Cobbler’s Cabin
- Skill level: Easy to Intermediate (varies by piece)
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.75 mm (F) and 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free (PDF also available)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
8. Slouchy Hat and Leg Warmer Set
Photo: Ambassador Crochet
A slouchy hat and two matching leg warmers, all worked in the round with v-stitches and single crochet. Leg warmers are a fun layer over leggings or tights for winter play. The set fits many 18-inch doll brands.
- Designer: Ambassador Crochet
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 5 mm (H/8)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
9. Wintry Beret
Photo: Crown Country Crochet
A wool beret worked in the round and topped with a 2-inch furry pom-pom. The designer used red wool, which looks great with a dark coat. It only needs one skein and basic stitches, so it is an easy and fast project.
- Designer: Crown Country Crochet
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
10. Pom-Pom Hat for Amigurumi Dolls
Photo: The Loopy Lamb
A classic winter hat with a pom-pom, worked top-down so you can try it on as you go. It uses single crochet plus front and back post double crochet for a ribbed band. It is made for the designer’s 10.5-inch amigurumi doll.
- Designer: The Loopy Lamb
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
11. Button-Up Doll Sweater for Amigurumi Dolls
Photo: The Loopy Lamb
A long-sleeved sweater worked top-down in single crochet, with little chain loops for buttonholes. It is sized for a 10.5-inch amigurumi doll and comes with a video tutorial. The designer also suggests a fun holiday twist: make it in a festive color and add a felt tree.
- Designer: The Loopy Lamb
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
Which One Should You Make?
- Brand new to crochet? Start with #6. The hat and mittens are a beginner pattern you can finish in one evening.
- Want a full outfit? Make the #1 coat and hat, then add the #2 sweater set underneath.
- Love lots of small pieces? #7 gives you six winter accessories in one pattern.
- Want a dressy, fine look? #4 is made in thread for a neat, store-bought style.
- Crocheting amigurumi dolls? #10 and #11 fit 10-inch dolls and have tutorials.
FAQ
What yarn is best for crochet doll winter clothes?
Worsted weight acrylic is the top pick. It is warm-looking, easy to wash and comes in lots of colors. Add a fuzzy or fur yarn for trim to make coats and sweaters look extra cozy. For a finer look, try light worsted or crochet thread.
How do I make doll sweaters easy for kids to put on?
Choose patterns that open at the back with snaps, buttons or hook-and-loop tape. Wide necks and sleeves that are not too tight help a lot. Hook-and-loop tape is the easiest for small hands.
Can I make a matching winter hat for my child and her doll?
Yes. Some designers write the same hat in doll and kid sizes. You can also take a simple beanie pattern and change the starting round count and hook size to make a bigger version. Matching hats make a sweet holiday gift set.
Pick a cozy coat or a quick hat, and get your doll ready for the first snow day.