Oversized Crochet Gingerbread Man Pattern – Free Christmas Amigurumi Tutorial
If you’re looking for a fun and festive project this holiday season, this oversized crochet gingerbread man pattern is perfect! Soft, squishy, and full of charm, this larger version makes a delightful centerpiece, a cozy pillow, or a playful toy for Christmas.
Designed as an enlarged twist on the classic gingerbread man, this pattern uses thicker yarn, a larger hook, and extra rounds to maintain perfect shape. Beginners and experienced crocheters alike will enjoy creating this cheerful holiday decoration.
Materials Needed for Oversized Crochet Gingerbread Man Pattern
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Yarn: Bulky weight cotton or acrylic yarn (Category 5). Sample uses “Gingerbread” brown cotton blend.
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Hook: 6.0 mm crochet hook (US J/10)
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Buttons: Two small white buttons for eyes, 3 colorful buttons for the torso
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Trim: Optional white zigzag ric rac lace for arms and legs
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Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill or similar
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Extras: Tapestry needle, stitch marker, fabric glue, scissors
Tip: Choose soft, squishy yarn for maximum cuddliness!
Stitch Abbreviations
- Abbrev Description
- MR – Magic Ring
- sc – Single Crochet (US)
- inc – Increase – 2 sc in the same stitch
- dec – Invisible Decrease – sc 2 stitches together
- st(s) – Stitch(es)
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- [ ] x n – Repeat section n times
- (N sts) – Stitch count at end of round
Keep stitches tight so the stuffing doesn’t peek through.
Notes
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Finished Size: ~30 cm (12 inches)
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Construction: Worked in continuous rounds (spirals)
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Tip: Use a stitch marker to mark the start of each round
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Assembly: Each piece is crocheted separately, then sewn together
Step-by-Step Pattern for Oversized Crochet Gingerbread Man
Arms (make 2)
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Magic ring.
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Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6 sts)
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Round 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
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Round 3: [sc, inc] 6 times (18 sts)
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Rounds 4–9: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Stuff lightly before finishing. Leave a long tail for sewing.
Legs (make 2)
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Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6 sts)
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Round 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
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Round 3: [sc, inc] 6 times (18 sts)
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Rounds 4–9: sc around (18 sts)
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Finish the first leg.
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For the second leg, do not cut yarn — continue directly to body.
Body Instructions for Oversized Crochet Gingerbread Man
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Join legs: sc 1 into first stitch of first leg (mark this stitch), 17 sc around first leg, then 18 sc around second leg → 36 sts total
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Rounds 2–4: sc around (36 sts)
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Round 5: [sc 7, dec] 4 times (32 sts)
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Round 6: sc around (32 sts)
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Round 7: [sc 6, dec] 4 times (28 sts)
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Round 8: sc around (28 sts)
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Round 9: [sc 5, dec] 4 times (24 sts)
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Round 10: sc around (24 sts)
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Round 11: [sc 4, dec] 4 times (20 sts)
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Round 12: sc around (20 sts)
Stuff the lower body lightly before moving to the head.
Head Instructions for Oversized Crochet Gingerbread Man
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Round 1: [sc, inc] 10 times (30 sts)
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Round 2: [sc 2, inc] 10 times (40 sts)
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Rounds 3–6: sc in each st around (40 sts)
Attach arms between rounds 8–12. Sew 3 colorful buttons on torso now.
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Round 7: [sc 2, dec] 10 times (30 sts)
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Round 8: sc around (30 sts)
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Round 9: [sc, dec] 10 times (20 sts)
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Round 10: dec around (10 sts)
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Leave a 75 cm (2.5 ft) tail to close and make hanging loop.
Hanging Loop for Oversized Crochet Gingerbread Man
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Chain 25–30 (adjust for desired length)
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Sl st into top of head, fasten off, hide ends
Face & Decoration
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Sew two small white buttons for eyes (between rounds 4–5)
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Embroider smile with black/dark brown thread
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Glue ric rac ribbon to arms and legs as icing
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Optional: lightly blush cheeks with fabric paint
Allow glue/paint to dry completely before handling
Final Touch
Your oversized crochet gingerbread man is ready to display! Perfect for sofas, mantles, or gifting. For a playful scene, create a full gingerbread family in varying sizes and shades — ideal for festive décor and charming Christmas photos.
Pattern Summary
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Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate
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Time: 4–5 hours
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Size: ~30 cm (12 inches)
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Yarn: Bulky cotton
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Hook: 6 mm
Suggested Internal Links
- Delicate Crochet Snowflake Pattern — Free Step-by-Step Tutorial
- Quick & Charming Christmas Crochet Stars (Free, Easy Pattern)
- Adorable Crochet Cat Pattern – Free Amigurumi Tutorial
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