Amigurumi Simone Biles – FREE Crochet Pattern

🤸‍♀️ Amigurumi Champion Gymnast Crochet Pattern

Celebrate strength, discipline, and athletic grace with this charming gymnast-inspired amigurumi doll. 🇺🇸✨

This seated display doll features a large expressive head, deep brown skin tone, sleek black hair gathered into a high bun, a bright blue bow, long rounded legs, softly shaped hands, and a patriotic competition leotard decorated with sharp red-and-blue embroidery.

The compact torso and oversized head create a sweet chibi silhouette, while the forward-facing legs make the doll ideal for displaying on a small wooden pedestal, shelf edge, or gymnastics-themed stand.

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✨ Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced

This project includes:

• Large-head amigurumi shaping
• Separate ears and rounded hands
• A fitted hair cap with a high bun
• Color changes for the leotard and cuffs
• Long seated legs with rounded feet
• Fine facial and uniform embroidery
• Optional neck reinforcement
• Optional mounting to a display stand

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📏 Finished Size

Using DK-weight cotton yarn and a 2.5–2.75 mm crochet hook, the finished doll measures approximately:

• 24–27 cm (9½–10½ in) from the bun to the feet
• 18–20 cm (7–8 in) from the bun to the lower body
• 14–16 cm (5½–6¼ in) wide with the legs extended forward

The final dimensions may vary depending on yarn, hook size, tension, stuffing, and pose.

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🧶 Yarn Requirements

Use smooth DK cotton or cotton-blend yarn for firm shaping and clear stitch definition.

• 🤎 Medium-deep brown skin tone — 90–105 g
• 🖤 Black — 45–55 g
• 🤍 White — 35–45 g
• 💙 Royal blue — 35–45 g
• ❤️ Bright red — 5–8 g
• 🔵 Bright blue for the bow — 5–8 g
• 🩷 Deep pink or red for the mouth — small amount
• Polyester fiberfill — approximately 100–130 g

For embroidery, keep small amounts of black, brown, white, blue, and red floss or fine yarn.

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🧵 Materials

• 2.5–2.75 mm crochet hook
• Two 12–14 mm black safety eyes
• Polyester fiberfill
• Tapestry needle
• Fine embroidery needle
• Stitch markers
• Pins for positioning
• Scissors
• Optional 1–1.5 mm aluminum craft wire
• Floral tape for wrapping wire
• Optional wooden display stand
• Optional strong sewing thread for mounting

Safety eyes and internal wire are not suitable for children under three years old. Use embroidered eyes and omit wire when making the doll as a young child’s toy.

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🔤 Abbreviations — US Terms

• MR — Magic Ring
• sc — Single Crochet
• inc — Increase: 2 sc in the same stitch
• dec — Invisible Decrease
• sl st — Slip Stitch
• ch — Chain
• hdc — Half Double Crochet
• BLO — Back Loop Only
• FLO — Front Loop Only
• FO — Fasten Off

Work in continuous rounds unless instructed otherwise.

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🧠 Head

The head is large and rounded, with a broad forehead and gently tapered lower face.

Using skin-tone yarn:

R1

MR 6. (6)

R2

inc ×6. (12)

R3

(1 sc, inc) ×6. (18)

R4

(2 sc, inc) ×6. (24)

R5

(3 sc, inc) ×6. (30)

R6

(4 sc, inc) ×6. (36)

R7

(5 sc, inc) ×6. (42)

R8

(6 sc, inc) ×6. (48)

R9

(7 sc, inc) ×6. (54)

R10–20

sc around. (54)

Insert the safety eyes between Rounds 14 and 15, leaving approximately 8 stitches between the posts.

R21

(7 sc, dec) ×6. (48)

R22

(6 sc, dec) ×6. (42)

R23

(5 sc, dec) ×6. (36)

Begin stuffing firmly.

R24

(4 sc, dec) ×6. (30)

R25

(3 sc, dec) ×6. (24)

Continue stuffing. Keep the forehead rounded and gently shape the lower face.

R26

(2 sc, dec) ×6. (18)

R27

(1 sc, dec) ×6. (12)

R28

dec ×6. (6)

FO and close.

Gently press the front of the head to create a smooth facial area without flattening it completely.

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👂 Ears — Make 2

Using skin-tone yarn:

R1

MR 5. (5)

R2

inc ×5. (10)

R3

sc around. (10)

FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Flatten each ear and sew it to the sides of the head between approximately Head Rounds 14 and 18.

Most of each ear will remain visible beneath the hair cap.

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👃 Nose

Using skin-tone yarn:

R1

MR 5. (5)

R2

sc around. (5)

FO, leaving a long sewing tail.

Add a tiny amount of stuffing and sew the nose between the eyes, approximately two rounds below their lower edges.

Keep it small and softly rounded.

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👀 Eye Details

The large glossy safety eyes create the doll’s expressive look.

Using black embroidery thread:

• Work a fine upper lash line around each eye.
• Add three short lashes to the outer corner of each eye.
• Add one or two smaller lashes along the upper edge.

Using white floss, add a tiny highlight stitch beside each safety eye if desired.

Avoid making the eye outlines too heavy.

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🖤 Eyebrows

Using black or very dark-brown embroidery floss, stitch one bold angled eyebrow above each eye.

The inner ends should sit slightly lower than the outer ends, creating a focused and confident expression.

Keep the brows thick enough to remain visible beneath the hairline.

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👄 Mouth

Using deep-pink or red embroidery floss:

• Work one short horizontal stitch beneath the nose.
• Add a tiny shallow curve to create a subtle closed smile.

The mouth should be very small and centered.

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🩷 Optional Blush

Add a small amount of dusty-pink embroidery beneath each eye.

Use only a few short horizontal stitches so the effect remains delicate.

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🖤 Hair Cap

The hair cap covers the crown, back, and sides of the head while leaving a curved skin-tone forehead visible.

Using black yarn:

R1

MR 6. (6)

R2

inc ×6. (12)

R3

(1 sc, inc) ×6. (18)

R4

(2 sc, inc) ×6. (24)

R5

(3 sc, inc) ×6. (30)

R6

(4 sc, inc) ×6. (36)

R7

(5 sc, inc) ×6. (42)

R8

(6 sc, inc) ×6. (48)

R9

(7 sc, inc) ×6. (54)

R10–13

sc around. (54)

FO, leaving a long sewing tail.

Place the cap over the head. Arrange the front edge into a shallow widow’s peak, leaving a broad curved forehead visible.

Sew around the hairline and lower back edge.

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🖤 High Bun

The bun is broad, rounded, and positioned high on the crown.

Using black yarn:

R1

MR 6. (6)

R2

inc ×6. (12)

R3

(1 sc, inc) ×6. (18)

R4

(2 sc, inc) ×6. (24)

R5

(3 sc, inc) ×6. (30)

R6–9

sc around. (30)

R10

(3 sc, dec) ×6. (24)

R11

(2 sc, dec) ×6. (18)

Stuff firmly.

R12

(1 sc, dec) ×6. (12)

R13

dec ×6. (6)

FO and close.

Sew the bun high on the crown, slightly toward the back.

Reinforce it with several passes of black yarn.

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🎀 Blue Hair Bow

The bow sits across the front base of the bun.

Using bright-blue yarn:

Main Bow

Ch 19.

Starting in the second chain, sc across. (18)

Rows 2–4

Ch 1, turn, sc across. (18)

FO.

Fold both short ends toward the center and sew them together.

Wrap blue yarn tightly around the middle several times.

Bow Tails — Make 2

Ch 9.

Starting in the second chain:

sl st, sc, 4 hdc, sc, sl st.

FO.

Sew one tail behind each side of the bow.

Attach the completed bow across the lower front of the bun.

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🧍‍♀️ Torso and Leotard

The torso is compact and slightly tapered. The blue section forms the lower leotard, while the white section forms the upper competition top.

Begin with royal-blue yarn:

R1

MR 6. (6)

R2

inc ×6. (12)

R3

(1 sc, inc) ×6. (18)

R4

(2 sc, inc) ×6. (24)

R5–10

sc around. (24)

Switch to white.

R11–17

sc around. (24)

R18

(2 sc, dec) ×6. (18)

R19–20

sc around. (18)

Switch to skin tone.

R21

(1 sc, dec) ×6. (12)

R22–25

sc around. (12)

Stuff firmly, especially inside the neck.

FO, leaving a long tail for attaching the head.

The torso should remain short and compact compared with the oversized head and legs.

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🤍 Neckline Panel

Using white yarn:

Row 1

Ch 7.

Starting in the second chain, sc across. (6)

Row 2

Ch 1, turn, dec, 2 sc, dec. (4)

Row 3

Ch 1, turn, dec twice. (2)

FO.

Sew the panel at the upper front of the torso with the pointed end facing downward.

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💪 Arms — Make 2

The hands and lower forearms are skin tone, followed by royal-blue cuffs and white upper sleeves.

Begin with skin-tone yarn:

R1

MR 6. (6)

R2

inc ×6. (12)

R3–6

sc around. (12)

R7

(2 sc, dec) ×3. (9)

R8–13

sc around. (9)

Switch to royal blue.

R14–17

sc around. (9)

Switch to white.

R18–25

sc around. (9)

Stuff the hand and lower forearm lightly.

Leave the upper sleeve softly stuffed so the arms hang naturally.

Flatten the shoulder opening.

FO, leaving a long sewing tail.

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👍 Thumbs — Make 2

Using skin-tone yarn:

R1

MR 4. (4)

R2–3

sc around. (4)

FO.

Sew one thumb to the inner side of each hand.

The thumbs should face slightly forward.

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🦵 Long Seated Legs — Make 2

Each leg is a long oval piece with a large rounded foot at the front.

Using skin-tone yarn:

R1

Ch 9.

Starting in the second chain:

7 sc, 3 sc in the final chain.

Continue along the opposite side:

6 sc, inc. (18)

R2

inc, 6 sc, 3 inc, 6 sc, 2 inc. (24)

R3

(3 sc, inc) ×6. (30)

R4–9

sc around. (30)

R10

(3 sc, dec) ×6. (24)

R11–23

sc around. (24)

R24

(6 sc, dec) ×3. (21)

R25–29

sc around. (21)

Stuff the rounded foot end firmly.

Stuff the upper leg more lightly so it can angle forward naturally.

Flatten the upper opening.

FO, leaving a long sewing tail.

The feet should be oversized and oval rather than narrow or pointed.

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🪡 Main Assembly

Attach the Head

Center the head on the narrow neck.

Add extra stuffing or an optional wrapped wire support if necessary.

Sew around the neck opening several times.

The face should tilt slightly forward.

Attach the Arms

Position the arms high on the sides of the white torso.

Angle them downward and slightly outward.

The hands should rest close to the blue lower body.

Attach the Legs

Pin the legs to the front lower sides of the blue body.

Angle them forward and slightly apart.

The broad rounded feet should face directly forward.

Check that both legs match in height and angle before sewing.

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🇺🇸 Competition Leotard Embroidery

Use fine red and blue embroidery floss.

Mark the design with pins or removable thread before stitching.

Blue Neckline

Outline the white neckline with a narrow blue V.

Red Upper V

Add a red V outside the blue neckline, extending toward the shoulders.

Central Blue V

Embroider a longer blue V from the upper chest toward the center.

Red Side Panels

Add one long red diagonal line on each side, running from the upper chest toward the waist.

Blue Inner Lines

Work a shorter blue diagonal inside each red line.

Central Red Point

Add one narrow red line from the center chest toward the waist.

The final design should be sharp, symmetrical, and clearly visible against the white torso.

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💙 Waist and Shoulder Details

Using royal-blue embroidery floss:

• Add a narrow line where the white torso meets the blue lower leotard.
• Outline the upper sleeve edge where the white yarn meets the blue cuffs.

Using red floss, add one small diagonal accent near each shoulder if desired.

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🪵 Optional Wooden Display Stand

The seated doll can be mounted on a short wooden pedestal.

Position the blue lower body over the center of the stand with the legs extending forward.

Using strong sewing thread:

1. Pass the thread through the lower body.
2. Wrap or pass it through the stand.
3. Return through the body.
4. Knot securely beneath or behind the doll.

For a removable display, crochet a small loop beneath the body and slide it over a narrow stand post.

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✨ Final Shaping

• Keep the head noticeably larger than the torso.
• Position the bun high and slightly toward the back.
• Center the bow across the front of the bun.
• Angle the brows evenly.
• Keep the arms close to the body but not pressed flat.
• Turn both hands slightly inward.
• Angle the legs forward at matching heights.
• Keep the rounded feet facing front.
• Straighten the red-and-blue embroidery.
• Confirm that the neck is firm and the head does not lean sideways.

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💡 Helpful Tips

• Use tight tension to keep stuffing from showing.
• Stuff the head firmly before attaching the hair cap.
• Keep the upper arms lightly stuffed for a relaxed pose.
• Stuff the foot ends more firmly than the upper legs.
• Reinforce the neck seam and bun several times.
• Use embroidery floss rather than full-thickness yarn for the leotard details.
• Pin the brows, arms, and legs before sewing permanently.
• Check the doll from the front and both sides before mounting it to a stand.

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🧼 Care Instructions

Spot clean with a lightly damp cloth.

Allow the doll to air dry completely.

Avoid machine washing when safety eyes, wire, or a wooden stand are used.

Store upright and avoid crushing the bun or bow.

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🥇 Optional Gold Medal

Using golden-yellow yarn:

Medal

MR 6.

inc ×6. (12)

FO.

Ribbon

Using red, white, or blue yarn:

Ch 30 and join into a loop.

Attach the medal at the lower center of the ribbon.

Place it around the doll’s neck for a celebratory display.

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🌟 Final Thoughts

Your champion gymnast amigurumi is ready to take center stage. 🤸‍♀️🇺🇸✨

With her expressive eyes, determined brows, sleek high bun, bright blue bow, patriotic red-white-and-blue leotard, long seated legs, and confident pose, this handmade doll celebrates strength, precision, and grace.

Happy Crocheting! 🧶🥇