Step into the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland with this Amigurumi Cheshire Cat & Mad Hatter Bookend crochet pattern! Inspired by two of the most iconic characters from Lewis Carroll’s beloved tale, this delightful design captures the mischievous grin of the Cheshire Cat and the eccentric charm of the Mad Hatter in every stitch. With carefully crafted details like the Cat’s signature stripes and the Hatter’s quirky hat, this crochet bookend is perfect for adding a touch of Wonderland magic to your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting for literary lovers, creating a playful decor piece, or simply enjoy making character-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a charming duo bursting with personality! 🐱🎩✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different colors, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature teacup or pocket watch for extra flair. Craft a classic Cheshire Cat with bold pink and purple hues, create a whimsical Mad Hatter with vibrant tones, or even stitch up a full set of Wonderland-inspired amigurumi for an enchanting display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a nostalgic accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Cheshire Cat & Mad Hatter Bookend is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade storybook magic to every stitch! 🧶💖✨
📚 Amigurumi Cheshire Cat & Mad Hatter Bookend Crochet Pattern
Bring playful storybook charm to your shelf with this crochet Cheshire Cat and Mad Hatter bookend set. Each character stands upright on a reinforced L-shaped base designed to hold real books. The Cheshire Cat features a round striped body, oversized grin, pointed ears, and curled tail, while the Mad Hatter wears a tall soft top hat, long jacket, vest, trousers, bowtie, and shoes with bright textured hair framing his face.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate — includes shaping, color changes, garment layering, and structured assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Characters: approx. 18–23 cm (7–9 in) tall
Base: approx. 13 × 13 cm (5 × 5 in)
🧶 Materials
DK or light worsted yarn:
Cheshire Cat
- Light pink
- Dark pink
- White
- Yellow
- Black
Mad Hatter
- Beige (skin)
- Orange (hair)
- Teal (pants)
- Magenta (coat)
- Mustard (vest)
- Gray (hat)
- Pink (hat band)
- Brown (shoes)
- Mint (bowtie)
Other supplies:
- 8–10 mm safety eyes
- Polyester stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers
- Plastic canvas or thin wood inserts
- Flat weights or washers
🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR — magic ring
sc — single crochet
inc — increase
dec — decrease
sl st — slip stitch
ch — chain
FO — fasten off
🔧 Reinforced L-Shaped Base (Make 2)
Bottom Panel
Ch 21
Rows 1–20: sc across (20)
Upright Panel
Repeat the same rectangle.
Sew rectangles into an L shape. Place plastic canvas or wood between doubled crochet layers. Insert weights before closing. Sew edges tightly so the base is firm and square.
🐱 Cheshire Cat
Head
With light pink:
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
R6–11: alternate 2 rounds light pink / 2 rounds dark pink
Insert safety eyes.
R12: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
R13: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff firmly
R14: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
R15: dec ×6 (6)
FO and close.
Body
Continue striping.
R1: MR 6
Increase evenly to 30 sts
Work 8–10 striped rounds
Decrease gradually to 18
Stuff firmly
Sew body to head.
Arms (Make 2)
Striped tube:
MR 6
Work 8 rounds
Stuff lightly
Attach at shoulder level.
Legs (Make 2)
MR 6
inc to 12
Work 6 striped rounds
Stuff and sew beneath body.
Tail
Striped tube approx. 20 rounds. Stuff lightly. Curve and sew behind body.
Ears (Make 2)
MR 4
inc to 8
Work 3 rounds
Flatten and sew to top of head.
Face
Crochet yellow eye circles and add black slit pupils. Embroider a wide black grin with white stitched tooth lines.
🎩 Mad Hatter
Head
With beige:
R1: MR 6
Increase evenly to 30 sts
Work 6 rounds
Insert eyes
Decrease and close
Embroider eyebrows and smile.
Hair Cap
With orange:
Increase to 30 sts
Work 2 rounds
FO
Sew to head.
Hair Tufts
Ch 12, 2 sc in each chain. Make 8–10 curls. Sew around sides and back.
Body
With teal:
Increase from MR 6 to 30
Work 10 rounds
Stuff firmly
Attach head to body.
Legs (Make 2)
With brown shoes:
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 (12)
Switch to teal
Work 6 rounds
Stuff and attach under body.
Arms (Make 2)
Beige hands:
MR 6 beige
Work 2 rounds
Switch to magenta sleeves
Work 6 rounds
Stuff lightly and sew to shoulders.
Jacket
Crochet a flat magenta panel wide enough to wrap torso. Sew at shoulders and sides, leaving the front open.
Vest
Mustard oval panel sewn to chest. Add embroidered buttons.
Bowtie
With mint:
Ch 8
Row 1–2: sc across
Wrap yarn around center and sew at neck.
Hat
Brim
With gray:
MR 6
Increase to 36
Work 1 round in back loops only.
Crown
Work upward 10–12 rounds without increasing.
Hat Band
Pink strip sewn around base of crown.
Attach hat securely to head.
🧵 Assembly
Sew each figure firmly to the upright base. Reinforce attachment with multiple passes of yarn. Check balance before sealing the base edges.
✨ Finishing Touches
Adjust limbs so figures appear to brace against books. Shape the cat’s tail and the hat brim gently. Smooth stuffing and weave in all ends securely.
📖 Final Thoughts
This imaginative crochet bookend pair combines sturdy structure with playful character design. The bold striped Cheshire Cat and the colorful layered outfit of the Mad Hatter create a lively, storybook-inspired display. Once secured to their reinforced bases, they stand proudly on your shelf — a handmade celebration of creativity and reading.
