Written by: Kristen M

Published on 7/31/2024

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Hello again, friends!

In this post I’ll be sharing some adorable modifications to my Amka Snow Doll Crochet Pattern.

If you don’t have my original Amka Doll Pattern already, you can find and purchase it right here in my shop on Etsy!

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First and foremost, I want to thank my dear friend Cristina, a fellow crocheter and business owner of CC Handmade Hugs.

Earlier this year, Cristina began working on a Pocket Princess collection for her customers by modifying the Amka Snow Doll pattern to have all sorts of adorable Princess accessories and hairstyles! I was literally swooning every time she shared another beautiful princess.

Her collection was so stinkin’ adorable, I couldn’t help but reach out to see if she would be willing to share how she made some of the modifications for us!

Cristina was SO generous and willing to share the pattern notes for the modifications she made, and I’m seriously stoked to be able to include them, along with a dress modification myself, right in this post!

Before you get started, make sure you go check out Cristina’s shop and Instagram! She has some adorable patterns and also offers beautiful finished items to a loyal customer base. You can find her shop here on Etsy, or connect with her on Instagram!

Okay, so let’s get started talking about the modifications.

There will be 2 main hairstyle modifications, and 3 fun accessories to add some beauty and versatility to your doll!

At the end of this post you’ll be able to make your own sweet princess doll with a unique hairstyle and all the cute crocheted removable dresses to go with her.

Be sure to check out the full video tutorial on making the removable dress here! Written instructions are included in this blog post, but you’ll definitely want to check out the video tutorial if you have a more visual learning style. You can watch the tutorial right here!

First, we’re going to start with all the details! A total list of abbreviations found throughout all of the modifications will be listed first. Before each modification section, you will find a list of the specific materials needed to make that mod. I’ll also be sure to include some of my favorite yarns to use in these sections!

Once again, this is a modification of my Amka Snow Doll Pattern, not the entire doll pattern. Be sure to check out the pattern in my shop first to fit these modifications!

Happy crocheting, friends!

Amka Princess Modifications Collection

Abbreviations:

beg = beginning
ch(s) = chain stitch(es)
dc = double crochet
hdc = half double crochet
inc = 2 sc in same stitch
inv dec = invisible decrease
MR = magic ring (click here for a video tutorial)
rep = repeat
rnd = round
sc = single crochet
sk = skip
sl st = slip stitch
st(s) = stitch(es)
triple crochet = triple crochet

Details:

These modifications are written in English, using U.S. crochet terms.
Difficulty levels range from Easy to Intermediate.
Carefully read through each modification and the materials needed, as each one is different.
Check out my full YouTube tutorial on making the removable dress for your doll here!

Hair Bun - designed by CC Creations and Handmade Hugs

Materials:

Size 4 medium weight yarn [100% acrylic; 10yds]
- Lion Brand Skein Tones Yarn
- We Crochet Brava Worsted
- WeCrochet Dishie Cotton
- Big Twist Value
- Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn
- Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton
- Hobbii Rainbow Cotton
Hook size 3.5mm
Polyester fiberfill stuffing
Tapestry needle for sewing

Pattern

Rnd 1: place 5 sc in MR. (5 sc)

Rnd 2: inc in each st around. (10 sc)

Rnds 3-5: sc in each st around. (10 sc)

Fasten off leaving an 8” tail for sewing. Lightly stuff bun and sew to top of head wherever desired.

Hair Bun with Curls - designed by CC Creations and Handmade Hugs

Create your hair bun using the steps above and sew to the head, or set aside and wait until you finish your hair curls so you can see how you want to position them together.

Curls

Materials:

Size 4 medium weight yarn [100% acrylic; 26 yds]
- Lion Brand Skein Tones Yarn
- We Crochet Brava Worsted
- WeCrochet Dishie Cotton
- Big Twist Value
- Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn
- Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton
- Hobbii Rainbow Cotton
Hook size 3.5mm
Polyester fiberfill stuffing
Tapestry needle for sewing

Pattern

Rnd 1: place 5 sc in MR. (5 sc)

Rnd 2: *sl st in next st, ch 21, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (20 sc),* rep from *to* 4 more times around.

There should be 5 curls total.

Sew the hair bun to your doll’s head with a whip stitch where desired. Place round 1 of your hair curls piece directly underneath your hair bun and sew into place. If needed, use pins to pin your hair pieces in place before sewing.

Mini Curls - designed by CC Creations and Handmade Hugs

Materials:

Size 4 medium weight yarn [100% acrylic; 30 yds]
- Lion Brand Skein Tones Yarn
- We Crochet Brava Worsted
- WeCrochet Dishie Cotton
- Big Twist Value
- Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn
- Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton
- Hobbii Rainbow Cotton
Hook size 3.5mm
Tapestry needle for sewing

**Begin by creating the hair base from the original Amka Doll Crochet Pattern. Follow rounds 1-12 of the hair base and then work this next round 13:

Rnd 13: (sc in next 3 sts, sl st in next st, ch 3, dc in same st as sl st, hdc in next st) x 3, sc in next 3 sts, sl st in next st, *ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in next 4 ch(s), sl st in next st* rep from *to* around 6 more times. (3 front bangs, 7 mini curls).

Fasten off, leaving a 30” (76 cm) tail for sewing.

Sew base of hair to head by sewing down through one st and up through the next using rnd 12 as a guide. Keep the middle front bang at about rnd 37 of head.

This completes the hairstyle modifications for your Amka Princess Doll!

Now, let’s move on to your princess doll’s accessories!

Sew base of hair to head by sewing down through one st and up through the next using rnd 12 as a guide. Keep the middle front bang at about rnd 37 of head.

Big Crown - designed by CC Creations and Handmade Hugs

Materials:

Worsted weight size 3 yarn in any color
- Lion Brand Skein Tones Yarn
- We Crochet Brava Worsted
- WeCrochet Dishie Cotton
- Big Twist Value
- Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn
- Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton
- Hobbii Rainbow Cotton
Hook size 4.00mm
Tapestry needle

Pattern

Ch 12

Row 1: sl st in 2nd ch from hook, (sc, hdc, sc) in next st, sl st in next st, (hdc, dc, hdc) in next st, sl st in next st, (dc, tc, dc) in next st, sl st in next st, (hdc, dc, hdc) in next st, sl st in next st, (sc, hdc, sc) in next st, sl st in last st. (6 sl st, 4 sc, 6 hdc, 4 dc, 1 tc)

Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew your crown onto the top of your doll’s head over about 11 sts, placing it between rnds 6 & 7 along the curve of the head.

Mini Crown - designed by CC Creations and Handmade Hugs

Materials

Bernat Velvet, bulky size 5 yarn (approx. 4-5 yds)
Hook size 4mm
Tapestry needle

Pattern

Ch 6

Row 1: sl st in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, tc, hdc, sl st in last st. (2 sl st, 2 hdc, 1 tc)

Fasten off leaving a tail for sewing. Sew your mini crown centered onto the top of your dolls head over about 5 sts, between rnds 6 & 7.

Removable Dress

Important Note: It’s helpful to try on your doll’s dress as you go, making sure it fits correctly. If your dress is too big, you may need to go down a size for the hair tie you’re using. It should fit comfortably underneath the arms of your doll.

Materials:

Bernat Velvet, bulky size 5 yarn [100% polyester; 60 yds]
- Lion Brand Feels Like Bliss
- Hobbii Honey Bunny
- Big Twist Baby Bear
Hook size 5.00mm
2mm hair tie
Tapestry needle
Scissors

Pattern (check out the full 20 minute video tutorial here!):

Ch 11

Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 9 ch(s), now, pick up your hair tie, and inserting your hook from front to back, work 2 sc around hair tie, do NOT ch 1, turn. (12 sc)

Row 2: sk first 2 sc worked around your hair tie, sc in next st and each st across, ch 1 (does NOT count as a st), turn. (10 sc)

Row 3: sc in each st across, work 2 sc around ponytail ring, turn. (12 sc)

Rows 4-32: rep rows 2 & 3. You should finish row 32 at the bottom edge of the dress. If you finish at the top where the hair tie is, you either made too many rows or not enough. Be sure to count your stitches and rows to ensure your count is staying on track.

Place the edges of row 1 and row 32 together, work 10 sl sts across edges all the way up to the hair tie to join. Fasten off. Tie beginning and ending tails together to secure. Weave in ends.

Turn dress right side out with the seam on the inside. It’s now ready to try on!

Dress Ruffle:

Materials:

Bernat Velvet (or same yarn used for dress)
Hook size 5.00mm

With the top of your dress pointing down and the right side facing out, join your ruffle color with a sl st to the edge st of any row.

Rnd 1: *sc 3 in first st, sl st in next st* rep from *to* all the way around the bottom of the dress. (16 sc 3 clusters, 16 sl sts).

Amka’s removable dress modification made with Feels Like Bliss yarn from Lion Brand Yarns.

Congrats, friend! Now you have all the modifications you need to make your own sweet little customized Amka Princess Doll! I hope each and every one of these modifications were clear and helpful. However, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me with questions or assistance.

I would absolutely LOVE to see your makes! Don’t forget to tag me @junebugandjames when you share your photos!

This pattern is a copyright © 2024 Junebug and James. Pattern and photos can not be used for resale purposes. Distribution in part or in whole of this pattern is strictly forbidden. Any Amka Doll with or without the Princess Modifications created using this pattern may be sold, but please remember to give credit to Junebug and James. | www.junebugandjames.com

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