Cute Crochet Tiger Doll Amigurumi Pattern

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Tiger Doll

Create Tiger Doll your own adorable tiger doll with this detailed amigurumi pattern. This charming crochet tiger features a sweet face, colorful striped body, and a cozy scarf that adds personality and warmth. Standing proudly with its wire-reinforced tail, this tiger amigurumi makes an excellent gift for children and adults alike or a delightful addition to your handmade collection.

This Tiger Doll step-by-step guide will walk you through creating each component of your tiger doll, from its expressive face to its distinctive striped pattern. Whether you’re an experienced crocheter looking for a new character to bring to life or someone eager to expand your amigurumi skills, this tiger pattern offers an enjoyable and rewarding project.

Materials For Your Tiger Doll

Before beginning your tiger crochet journey, gather these supplies:

  • Semi-cotton yarn in:
    • White (for body, head, arms, and tail base)
    • Red (for legs, arms, and ear exterior)
    • Black (for details and embroidery)
    • Beige (for ear interior and muzzle)
    • Orange (for muzzle spout and tail sections)
  • Green acrylic yarn (for the scarf)
  • Fiberfill stuffing
  • Safety eyes (8mm)
  • Wire for the tail
  • Yarn needle
  • Stitch markers
  • Scissors
  • Adhesive tape or plaster (for securing wire)

Understanding Tiger Doll Terminology

Familiarize yourself with these standard abbreviations used throughout the pattern:

  • MR: Magic ring (creating a tight center to begin crocheting in rounds)
  • sc: Single crochet
  • inc: Increase (two stitches worked into one stitch)
  • dec: Decrease (two stitches worked together as one)
  • tr: Triple crochet/treble crochet
  • st: Stitch
  • dc: Double crochet
  • hdc: Half double crochet
  • slst: Slip stitch
  • ch: Chain
  • ..in: Make increase into the same stitch as many times as indicated
  • FLO: Crochet into front loops only
  • BLO: Crochet into back loops only

Creating Tiger Doll Legs

The tiger’s legs form the foundation of your amigurumi, providing stability and character.

Begin with white yarn for each leg:

  • Round 1: Create 6 single crochets in a magic ring (6 stitches total)
  • Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12 stitches total)
  • Round 3: Work (1 single crochet, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (18 stitches total)
  • Round 4: Work (2 single crochets, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (24 stitches total)
  • Round 5: Work (3 single crochets, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (30 stitches total)
  • Round 6: Work 6 single crochets, 1 increase, 15 single crochets, 1 increase, 7 single crochets (32 stitches total)
  • Rounds 7-8: Work 32 single crochets around (32 stitches total)
  • Round 9: Work 9 single crochets, 6 decreases, 11 single crochets (26 stitches total)
  • Round 10: Work 1 decrease, 22 single crochets, 1 decrease (24 stitches total)

Switch to red yarn for a colorful accent:

  • Round 11: Work (2 single crochets, 1 decrease) repeated 6 times (18 stitches total)
  • Rounds 12-18: Work 18 single crochets around for 7 rounds (18 stitches total)

Note: For the left leg, do not finish the last 4 single crochets in round 18. For the right leg, in round 19, begin with 5 single crochets.

Crafting Tiger Doll Body

The body connects the legs and creates the core structure for your tiger.

  • Round 19: Connect the legs with 3 chains, then work 18 single crochets on the left leg, 3 single crochets on the chains, 18 single crochets on the right leg, and 3 single crochets on the chains (42 stitches total)
  • Rounds 20-31: Work 42 single crochets around for 12 rounds (42 stitches total)
  • Round 32: Work (5 single crochets, 1 decrease) repeated 6 times (36 stitches total)
  • Round 33: Work 36 single crochets around (36 stitches total)
  • Round 34: Work (4 single crochets, 1 decrease) repeated 6 times (30 stitches total)
  • Round 35: Work 30 single crochets around (30 stitches total)
  • Round 36: Work (3 single crochets, 1 decrease) repeated 6 times (24 stitches total)
  • Rounds 37-38: Work 24 single crochets around for 2 rounds (24 stitches total)
  • Round 39: Work (2 single crochets, 1 decrease) repeated 6 times (18 stitches total)
  • Rounds 40-41: Work 18 single crochets around for 2 rounds (18 stitches total)

Remember to stuff the body firmly as you work to give your tiger good posture and shape.

Shaping Tiger Doll Head

The head brings personality to your tiger amigurumi with its expressive features.

  • Round 1: Create 6 single crochets in a magic ring (6 stitches total)
  • Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12 stitches total)
  • Round 3: Work (1 single crochet, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (18 stitches total)
  • Round 4: Work (2 single crochets, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (24 stitches total)
  • Round 5: Work (3 single crochets, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (30 stitches total)
  • Round 6: Work (4 single crochets, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (36 stitches total)
  • Round 7: Work (5 single crochets, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (42 stitches total)
  • Round 8: Work (6 single crochets, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (48 stitches total)
  • Rounds 9-10: Work 48 single crochets around for 2 rounds (48 stitches total)
  • Round 11: Work (7 single crochets, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (54 stitches total)
  • Round 12: Work (8 single crochets, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (60 stitches total)
  • Rounds 13-16: Work 60 single crochets around for 4 rounds (60 stitches total)

Now begin decreasing to shape the head:

  • Round 17: Work (8 single crochets, 1 decrease) repeated 6 times (54 stitches total)
  • Round 18: Work (7 single crochets, 1 decrease) repeated 6 times (48 stitches total)
  • Round 19: Work (6 single crochets, 1 decrease) repeated 6 times (42 stitches total)
  • Round 20: Work (5 single crochets, 1 decrease) repeated 6 times (36 stitches total)

Insert the 8mm safety eyes between rounds 11 and 12, with 9-10 single crochets between them. Proper eye placement gives your tiger its characteristic expression.

Continue decreasing:

  • Round 21: Work (4 single crochets, 1 decrease) repeated 6 times (30 stitches total)
  • Round 22: Work (3 single crochets, 1 decrease) repeated 6 times (24 stitches total)
  • Round 23: Work (2 single crochets, 1 decrease) repeated 6 times (18 stitches total)

Stuff the head firmly before closing the opening to maintain its round shape.

Creating Tiger Doll Muzzle

The muzzle adds dimension and character to your tiger’s face.

Using beige yarn:

  • Row 1: Make 5 chains, then starting from the second chain from the hook, work 1 single crochet, 2 single crochets, 3 single crochets in one loop, 2 single crochets, 1 increase (10 stitches total)
  • Row 2: Work 1 increase, 2 single crochets, 3 increases, 2 single crochets, 2 increases (16 stitches total)
  • Row 3: Work 1 single crochet, 1 increase, 2 single crochets, then (1 single crochet, 1 increase) repeated 3 times, 2 single crochets, then (1 single crochet, 1 increase) repeated 2 times (22 stitches total)
  • Row 4: Work 2 single crochets, 1 increase, 2 single crochets, then (2 single crochets, 1 increase) repeated 3 times, 2 single crochets, then (2 single crochets, 1 increase) repeated 2 times (28 stitches total)

For the spout (nose):

  • Row 1: Using orange yarn, work in the front loops only in the middle of the muzzle from above, creating 6 single crochets
  • Row 2: Turn over your crocheting, make a turning chain, then work 6 single crochets
  • Row 3: Turn over your crocheting again, make a turning chain, then work 1 decrease, 2 single crochets, 1 decrease
  • Row 4: Change to black yarn, crochet 2 chains, then 4 double crochets in one loop

Leave a tail of yarn long enough for sewing the muzzle to the face.

Crafting Tiger Doll Arms

The arms add movement and expressiveness to your tiger.

Start with white yarn:

  • Round 1: Create 6 single crochets in a magic ring (6 stitches total)
  • Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12 stitches total)
  • Round 3: Work (1 single crochet, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (18 stitches total)
  • Round 4: Work (5 single crochets, 1 increase) repeated 3 times (21 stitches total)
  • Rounds 5-6: Work 21 single crochets around for 2 rounds (21 stitches total)
  • Round 7: Work (5 single crochets, 1 decrease) repeated 3 times (18 stitches total)
  • Round 8: Work (4 single crochets, 1 decrease) repeated 3 times (15 stitches total)

Switch to red yarn:

  • Round 9: Work 13 single crochets, 1 decrease (14 stitches total)
  • Rounds 10-21: Work 14 single crochets around for 12 rounds (14 stitches total)

To finish each arm, fold it in half and crochet the edges together to close.

Making Tiger Doll Tummy Patch

The white tummy patch adds contrast and dimension to your tiger.

Using white yarn:

  • Round 1: Create 6 single crochets in a magic ring (6 stitches total)
  • Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12 stitches total)
  • Round 3: Work (1 single crochet, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (18 stitches total)
  • Round 4: Work (2 single crochets, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (24 stitches total)
  • Round 5: Work (3 single crochets, 1 increase) repeated 6 times (30 stitches total)

Creating Tiger Doll Tail

The wire-reinforced tail adds character and posable flexibility to your tiger.

Begin with white yarn:

  • Round 1: Create 6 single crochets in a magic ring (6 stitches total)
  • Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12 stitches total)
  • Rounds 3-6: Work 12 single crochets around for 4 rounds (12 stitches total)

Switch to orange yarn:

  • Rounds 7-9: Work 12 single crochets around for 3 rounds (12 stitches total)

At this point, prepare a piece of wire by wrapping it with adhesive tape or plaster to protect the yarn and prevent it from poking through. Insert this wire into the tail and continue crocheting around it, adding small amounts of stuffing as you go for a natural shape.

Continue with orange yarn:

  • Rounds 10-30: Work 12 single crochets around for 21 rounds (12 stitches total)

To finish the tail, fold the end in half and crochet 5 single crochets through both layers to close.

Making Tiger Doll Ears

The two-tone ears add dimension and character to your tiger’s face.

For each ear, make two pieces (beige inside, red outside):

  • Round 1: Create 6 single crochets in a magic ring (6 stitches total)
  • Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12 stitches total)
  • Round 3: Work (1 single crochet, 1 increase) repeated 5 times (16 stitches total)

Connect the two pieces inside out. Use black thread to join them with 14 single crochets, leaving the bottom edge open for attaching to the head.

Final Assembly Of Your Tiger Amigurumi

Now comes the exciting part of bringing all the pieces together:

  1. Sew the head to the body, ensuring it’s centered and secure
  2. Attach the arms to the sides of the body
  3. Sew the tummy patch to the front of the body
  4. Position and attach the ears to the top of the head
  5. Sew the muzzle to the center of the face
  6. Secure the tail to the back of the body
  7. Embroider the tiger’s stripes using black yarn, following a striped pattern across the body, head, and limbs
  8. Embroider toes on the paws, gently pulling the thread to create subtle indentations
  9. Add a green scarf around the neck (create this by knitting or crocheting a simple rectangle using a front surface stitch pattern)

Adding The Finishing Touches

The final details bring your tiger to life:

  1. Check that all parts are securely attached
  2. Adjust the stuffing if needed for better shape and posture
  3. Position the tail in a playful curve using the internal wire
  4. Ensure the eyes are secure and positioned evenly
  5. Fluff the scarf for a cozy appearance

Displaying Your Finished Tiger Amigurumi

Your completed tiger amigurumi is now ready to be displayed or given as a thoughtful gift. The combination of its sweet face, colorful details, and posable tail creates a character that appeals to both children and adults alike.

Many crafters enjoy creating multiple tigers in different color combinations to build a charming collection. If you share photos of your finished tiger on social media, consider tagging the original pattern creator (@freeamigurumii) on Instagram or Facebook to showcase your creation.

Exploring More Amigurumi Projects

After mastering this tiger pattern, you might enjoy exploring other animal amigurumi designs such as:

  • Adorable bears
  • Playful bunnies
  • Charming cats
  • Sweet dolls
  • Friendly dogs

Each pattern builds on similar techniques while introducing new shapes and details that make each character unique and special.

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Conclusion

Creating this crochet tiger amigurumi offers a rewarding crafting experience that results in an adorable, huggable friend. The process of watching your tiger take shape—from the first magic ring to the final embroidered stripes—provides a sense of accomplishment and joy that only handmade creations can bring.

With this detailed pattern, even intermediate crocheters can successfully create a professional-looking tiger with personality and charm. The techniques learned while making this tiger, such as working with multiple colors, creating shaped pieces, and incorporating wire supports, can be applied to countless other amigurumi projects, expanding your crochet skills and creative repertoire.

Remember that each amigurumi creation is unique—minor variations in tension, stuffing, and embroidery details ensure that your tiger will have its own distinctive character. Don’t hesitate to experiment with color variations or add your own creative touches to make this pattern truly your own.

The joy of amigurumi lies not just in the finished product but in the meditative process of creating something beautiful one stitch at a time. As you work through this pattern, take pleasure in the rhythmic nature of crochet and the satisfaction of seeing your tiger emerge from simple yarn and hook.

Happy crocheting, and enjoy your new tiger friend!