Anne of Green Gables Crochet Doll Pattern

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Creating your own Anne of Green Gables inspired crochet doll brings this beloved literary character to life in yarn form. This Anne of Green comprehensive pattern guide will walk you through creating an adorable Anne doll complete with her signature orange braids, flower-adorned hat, classic white dress with blue details, and brown boots. Perfect for fans of the classic novel or those looking to create a charming handmade gift, this detailed pattern produces a remarkably recognizable character that stands approximately 7 inches tall when completed.

Introduction to the Anne Crochet Doll Project

Anne Shirley, the imaginative red-headed protagonist from L.M. Montgomery’s classic novel series, has captured hearts for generations with her vibrant personality and emotional journey. This crochet pattern captures her distinctive look with careful attention to her iconic features: bright orange hair in braids, a floral hat representing her love of nature, a simple white dress with blue accents, and practical brown boots reflecting her orphan-to-adoptee story.

The finished amigurumi doll combines classic amigurumi techniques with character-specific details to create a collectible that any Anne of Green Gables enthusiast would treasure. Whether displayed on a bookshelf alongside your Anne collection or given as a thoughtful gift, this doll celebrates one of literature’s most beloved characters.

Materials Needed for Your Anne Doll

Before beginning your Anne of Green Gables crochet project, gather these essential materials:

  • Worsted weight yarn in:
    • Light beige/flesh tone (for head, arms, and legs)
    • Bright orange (for hair)
    • White (for dress)
    • Light blue (for dress trim)
    • Brown (for boots)
    • Green, yellow, and pink (for hat flowers)
    • Light brown (for hat base)
  • 2.5mm crochet hook (or size needed for tight stitches)
  • Polyester fiberfill stuffing
  • 6mm black safety eyes or black yarn for embroidered eyes
  • Tapestry needle
  • Scissors
  • Stitch markers
  • Small amount of pink embroidery thread (for cheeks and mouth)
  • Thin ribbon in cream or light yellow (for hair ties and dress decoration)

Anne of Green Head and Face Pattern

Create Anne’s expressive face with these detailed instructions:

Round 1: 6 single crochet in magic circle (6) Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12) Round 3: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, repeat 6 times total (18) Round 4: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, single crochet in next stitch, repeat 6 times total (24) Round 5: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, single crochet in next 2 stitches, repeat 6 times total (30) Round 6: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, single crochet in next 3 stitches, repeat 6 times total (36) Round 7: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, single crochet in next 4 stitches, repeat 6 times total (42) Round 8: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, single crochet in next 5 stitches, repeat 6 times total (48) Rounds 9-16: Single crochet in each stitch around for 8 rounds (48)

Position and secure the safety eyes between rounds 11-12, approximately 6-8 stitches apart.

Round 17: Single crochet in first stitch, decrease over next 2 stitches, single crochet in next 5 stitches, repeat 6 times total (42) Round 18: Single crochet in first stitch, decrease over next 2 stitches, single crochet in next 4 stitches, repeat 6 times total (36) Round 19: Single crochet in first stitch, decrease over next 2 stitches, single crochet in next 3 stitches, repeat 6 times total (30) Round 20: Single crochet in first stitch, decrease over next 2 stitches, single crochet in next 2 stitches, repeat 6 times total (24)

Begin stuffing the head firmly.

Round 21: Single crochet in first stitch, decrease over next 2 stitches, single crochet in next stitch, repeat 6 times total (18) Round 22: Single crochet in first stitch, decrease over next 2 stitches, repeat 6 times total (12) Round 23: Decrease 6 times (6)

Close the opening by threading yarn through the front loops of the remaining 6 stitches and pulling tight.

Anne of Green Hair Pattern

Anne’s iconic orange braids are essential to capturing her character:

For the base cap: Round 1: With the head positioned so the face is toward you, join orange yarn at the back of round 8, single crochet around the top half of the head (24) Round 2: Single crochet in each stitch around (24) Round 3: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, repeat 12 times total (36) Rounds 4-6: Single crochet in each stitch around for 3 rounds (36)

For the braids (make 2): Row 1: Chain 36 Row 2: Starting from second chain from hook, single crochet in each chain (35) Rows 3-5: Chain 1, turn, single crochet in each stitch across (35) for 3 rows

Fold each strip in thirds lengthwise and braid. Secure the ends with small pieces of yellow ribbon. Attach the braids to the sides of the head, positioning them to hang down over the shoulders.

For the bangs: Cut 15-20 strands of orange yarn, each about 3 inches long. Fold each strand in half and attach to the front of the hair cap using a slip knot technique. Trim to desired length.

Anne of Green Body Pattern

Create Anne’s body:

Round 1: 6 single crochet in magic circle (6) Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12) Round 3: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, repeat 6 times total (18) Round 4: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, single crochet in next stitch, repeat 6 times total (24) Round 5: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, single crochet in next 2 stitches, repeat 6 times total (30) Rounds 6-15: Single crochet in each stitch around for 10 rounds (30) Round 16: Single crochet in first stitch, decrease over next 2 stitches, single crochet in next 2 stitches, repeat 6 times total (24) Round 17: Single crochet in each stitch around (24) Round 18: Single crochet in first stitch, decrease over next 2 stitches, single crochet in next stitch, repeat 6 times total (18) Round 19: Single crochet in each stitch around (18) Round 20: Single crochet in first stitch, decrease over next 2 stitches, repeat 6 times total (12)

Stuff the body firmly.

Round 21: Decrease 6 times (6)

Close the opening as with the head.

Anne of Green Arms Pattern (Make 2)

Create Anne’s arms:

Round 1: 6 single crochet in magic circle (6) Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12) Rounds 3-12: Single crochet in each stitch around for 10 rounds (12)

Stuff the arms lightly.

Round 13: Single crochet in first stitch, decrease over next 2 stitches, repeat 4 times total (8) Round 14: Decrease 4 times (4)

Close the opening and leave a long tail for sewing to the body.

Anne of Green Legs and Boots Pattern (Make 2)

Create Anne’s legs and boots:

Starting with brown yarn for boots: Round 1: 6 single crochet in magic circle (6) Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12) Round 3: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, repeat 6 times total (18) Rounds 4-6: Single crochet in each stitch around for 3 rounds (18)

Shape the foot: Round 7: Single crochet in 4 stitches, decrease over next 2 stitches, single crochet in 6 stitches, decrease over next 2 stitches, single crochet in 4 stitches (16) Round 8: Single crochet in each stitch around (16)

Begin leg with flesh tone yarn: Round 9: Working in back loops only, single crochet in each stitch around (16) Round 10: Single crochet in each stitch around (16) Round 11: Single crochet in first stitch, decrease over next 2 stitches, repeat until end of round (11) Rounds 12-20: Single crochet in each stitch around for 9 rounds (11)

Stuff the leg firmly. Flatten the top opening and single crochet through both layers to close. Leave a long tail for sewing to the body.

Anne of Green Dress Pattern

Create Anne’s classic white dress with blue details:

Using white yarn: Round 1: Starting at the neckline of the body (around round 16), join yarn and single crochet in each stitch around (24) Round 2: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, repeat 12 times total (36) Round 3: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, single crochet in next stitch, repeat 12 times total (48) Rounds 4-10: Single crochet in each stitch around for 7 rounds (48)

For blue trim: Round 11: With blue yarn, single crochet in each stitch around (48) Round 12: Single crochet in each stitch around (48)

For sleeve borders: With blue yarn, single crochet around each armhole.

Anne of Green Flower Hat Pattern

Create Anne’s flower-adorned hat:

Using light brown yarn: Round 1: 6 single crochet in magic circle (6) Round 2: Increase in each stitch around (12) Round 3: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, repeat 6 times total (18) Round 4: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, single crochet in next stitch, repeat 6 times total (24) Round 5: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, single crochet in next 2 stitches, repeat 6 times total (30) Round 6: Single crochet in first stitch, increase in next stitch, single crochet in next 3 stitches, repeat 6 times total (36) Round 7: Single crochet in back loops only around (36) Rounds 8-9: Single crochet in each stitch around for 2 rounds (36)

For hat brim: Round 10: Working in both loops, increase in each stitch around (72) Round 11: Single crochet in each stitch around (72)

For flowers (make 5-6 in various colors): Round 1: 5 chain stitches, join with slip stitch to form a ring Round 2: Chain 1, [3 double crochet in ring, chain 1] repeat 5 times, join with slip stitch to first chain

Attach flowers around the hat crown.

Assembly Instructions

  1. Facial Details:
    • Embroider a small nose with 2-3 stitches in flesh tone yarn
    • Create freckles with small brown stitches across the nose and cheeks
    • Embroider a simple curved line for a smiling mouth using pink or red thread
    • Add small pink cheek circles using pink thread or a touch of blush
  2. Body Assembly:
    • Attach the head to the body, positioning it centrally
    • Sew arms to the sides of the body at round 6-7
    • Attach legs to the bottom of the body
    • Position the dress over the body and sew at the neckline
    • Add the hat, securing it to the top of the head
    • Tie yellow ribbons around the ends of the braids
    • Add a yellow ribbon around the waist of the dress if desired

Finishing Touches

  1. Add any final embroidered details to enhance Anne’s expression
  2. Adjust the braids and bangs as needed
  3. Position the hat at a slight angle for an authentic Anne look
  4. Make sure all pieces are securely attached

Display Ideas

Your completed Anne of Green Gables amigurumi doll makes a wonderful display piece:

  1. Position her on a bookshelf alongside Anne of Green Gables books
  2. Create a small Prince Edward Island inspired scene with miniature props
  3. Display with other literary character dolls for a book-themed collection

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Conclusion

This Anne of Green Gables inspired crochet doll captures the spirit and appearance of the beloved literary character. With her distinctive orange braids, flower hat, and classic outfit, she’s instantly recognizable to fans of the series. The pattern combines straightforward amigurumi techniques with character-specific details to create a charming collector’s piece or gift.

Whether you’re creating this doll for yourself or as a gift for another Anne fan, the process of bringing this imaginative, spirited character to life through crochet is almost as enjoyable as reading about her adventures in Avonlea. Happy crocheting!