Free Monk Tan Amigurumi Pattern: Craft Your Zen Companion!
Welcome to the serene world of amigurumi crochet! If you’re seeking a project that embodies tranquility and mindfulness, our free Monk Tan Amigurumi pattern is just what you need. This charming creation allows you to craft your own Zen companion, bringing a sense of peace and balance to your crochet endeavors. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced crocheter, this project offers a soothing journey of stitches and mindfulness. Join us as we weave together threads of relaxation and creativity to create a delightful Monk Tan Amigurumi that will inspire calm in any space.
This doll consists of a main body, clothing, robes, hat, staff, and rosary. First,
make the main part, and then, after completion, make the remaining parts.
The height of the doll is about 31 cm.
ABBREVIATIONS:
MC – magic circle
CH – chain
SC – single crochet
SL ST – slip stitch
HDC – half double crochet
DC – double crochet
BPDC – back post double crochet
FPDC – front post double crochet
At the end of each row, make 1 CH and make a SL ST at the end of each row.
PATTERN
PART 1 Includes: arms, legs, body, head, and facial features.
STEP 1. ARMS * 2
The arms consist of a thumb, palm, and sleeves. First, crochet the thumb separately, then attach the thumb to the palm. See details in the video demonstration: Video time 00′55″ (Part 1)
THUMB
Row 1: 5 SC in MC
Rows 2-3: 5 SC
Note. After completion, leave a 15 cm thread.
PALM
Row 1: 6 SC in MC
Row 2: (SC, INC, SC) * 2 (8)
Row 3: 8 SC
Row 4: (3 SC, INC) * 2 (8)
Rows 5-7: 10 SC
Row 8: SC, SC with thumb 2, (skip 3 loops, skip 3 loops), 6 SC (9)
Row 9: 5 SC, DEC, 2 SC (8)
Row 10: 8 SC
Row 11: (3 SC, INC) * 2 (10)
Rows 12-25: 10 SC
Row 26: 10 SC
Row 27: BPDC: 10 SC
Note: After completing the 8th row, fill the palm with a small amount of filler, leave a 15 cm thread.
ARM
Row 1: SC 10 in the half loops of the 26th row
Row 2: 10 SC
Row 3: (2 SC, INC, 2 SC) * 2 (12)
Row 4: 12 SC
Row 5: (3 SC, INC) * 3 (15)
Row 6: 15 SC
Row 7: (2 SC, INC, 2 SC) * 3 (18)
Row 8: 18 SC
Row 9: (5 SC, INC) * 3 (21)
Row 10: 21 SC
Row 11: (3 SC, INC, 3 SC) * 3 (24)
Row 12-18: 30 SC
STEP 2. LEGS * 2
The legs include shoes, shins, and trousers. During crocheting, change color, add filler, and wire. The top is decorated with gold thread. See details in the video demonstration: Video time 24′31″ (Part 1)
SHOES
Row 1: 6 CH, from the 2nd loop from the hook: 4 SC, 3 SC in one loop, 3 SC, INC (12)
Row 2: INC, 3 SC, 3 INC, 3 SC, 2 INC (18)
Row 3: SC, INC, 2 SC, HDC, 6 INC from DC, HDC, 3 SC, INC, SC, INC (27)
Row 6: 5 SC, HDC, (DC, DEC from DC) * 2, (DEC from DC, DC) * 2, HDC, 8 SC (23)
Row 7: 4 SC, (SC, DEC, SC) * 3, 7 SC (20)
Row 8: 4 SC, (SC, DEC, SC) * 2, 8 SC (18)
Note. Insert a cardboard base into the shoes.
SHIN
Row 1: BPDC: SC, (SC, skip 1 loop) * 2, 2 DEC from DC, (skip 1 loop, SC) * 2, 5 SC (12)
Row 2: 3 SC, DEC, 7 SC (11)
Row 3: 11 SC
Row 4: 3 SC, INC, 7 SC (12)
Rows 5-6: 12 SC
Row 7: 10 SC, INC, SC (13)
Rows 8-9: 13 SC
Row 10: 3 SC, INC, 9 SC (14)
Rows 11-12: 14 SC
Row 13: 12 SC, INC, SC (15)
Rows 14-16: 15 SC
TROUSERS
Row 1: FPDC: 15 INC (30)
Row 2: 30 SC
Row 3: (9 SC, INC) * 3 (33)
Rows 4-8: 33 SC
Row 9: (9 SC, DEC) * 3 (30)
Rows 10-15: 30 SC
Row 16: (4 SC, DEC, 4 SC) * 3 (27)
Rows 17-21: 27 SC
Note. When crocheting, add filler and a shaping wire about 150 cm long, cut the thread on the first leg and continue crocheting without cutting the thread on the other leg.
STEP 3. BODY
Connect the two legs together and continue crocheting along both legs. During crocheting, add filler and shaping wire. See details in the video demonstration: Video time 56′26″ (Part 1)
Row 1: 2 SC, CH, (attach to the 18th loop of the other leg) 27 SC, SC, 25 SC (56)
Row 2: (6 SC, DEC, 6 SC) * 4 (52)
Row 3: (11 SC, DEC) * 4 (48)
Row 4: (5 SC, DEC, 5 SC) * 4 (44)
Row 5: (9 SC, DEC) * 4 (40)
Rows 6-7: 40 SC
Rows 8-20: 40 SC
Row 21: 13 SC, (including the second loop of the last row of the arm) 10 SC, 20 SC, (including the second loop of the last row of the arm) 10 SC, 7 SC (60)
Row 22: (4 SC, DEC, 4 SC) * 6 (54)
Row 23: (7 SC, DEC) * 6 (48)
Row 24: (2 SC, DEC, 2 SC) * 8 (40)
Row 25: (3 SC, DEC) * 8 (32)
Row 26: (SC, DEC) * 8 (24)
Row 27: (SC, DEC) * 8 (16)
Rows 28-38: 8 SC
Note: In the 23rd row, insert a shaping wire about 44 cm long.
STEP 4. HEAD
The head is crocheted in a spiral, adding filler during crocheting. See details in the video demonstration: Video time 00’12″ (Part 2)
Row 1: 6 SC in MC
Row 2: 6 INC (12)
Row 3: (SC, INC) * 6 (18)
Row 4: (SC, INC, SC) * 6 (24)
Row 5: (3 SC, INC) * 6 (30)
Row 6: (2 SC, INC, 2 SC) * 6 (36)
Row 7: (5 SC, INC) * 6 (42)
Row 8: (3 SC, INC, 3 SC) * 6 (48)
Row 9: (7 SC, INC) * 6 (54)
Row 10: (4 SC, INC, 4 SC) * 6 (60)
Row 11: (9 SC, INC) * 6 (66)
Row 12: (5 SC, INC, 5 SC) * 6 (72)
Row 13: (11 SC, INC) * 6 (78)
Rows 14-21: 78 SC
Row 22: (37 SC, DEC) * 2 (76)
Row 23: 26 SC, skip 4 loops, BPDC: [12 SL ST], skip 4 loops, 6 SC, skip 4 loops, BPDC: [12 SL ST], skip 4 loops, 26 SC (82)
Rows 24-25: 82 SC
Row 26: 26 SC, 3 CH, 12 unfinished HDC and pull them through the 1st loop together, 3 CH, 6 SC, 3 CH, 12 unfinished HDC and pull them through the 1st loop together, 3 CH, 26 SC (72)
Row 27: 26 SC, 3 SC, BPDC: SC, 3 SC, 6 SC, 3 SC, BPDC: SC, 3 SC, 26 SC (72)
Row 28: 32 SC, DEC, SC, [SC, HDC: SC], [HDC: SC, SC], SC, DEC, 32 SC (72)
Row 29: 35 SC, [SC, HDC: SC], [HDC: SC, SC], 35 SC (74)
Row 30: 10 SC, DEC, 11 SC, (SC, INC) * 4, 12 SC, (INC, SC) * 4, 11 SC, DEC, 10 SC (80)
Row 31: 19 SC, DEC, 14 SC, DEC, SC, CH 4 on hook for SL ST, pull them through together, SC, DEC, 14 SC, DEC, 19 SC (73)
Row 32: 20 SC, (SC, DEC, SC) * 3, 9 SC, (SC, DEC, SC) * 3, 20 SC (67)
Row 33: (DEC, 9 SC) * 3, SC, (9 SC, DEC) * 3 (61)
Row 34: 61 SC
Row 35: (5 SC, DEC) * 4, 5 SC, (DEC, 5 SC) * 4 (53)
Row 36: (3 SC, DEC, 3 SC) * 3, 5 SC, (3 SC, DEC, 3 SC) * 3 (47)
Row 37: (5 SC, DEC) * 3, 2 SC, 3 SC in one loop, 2 SC, (DEC, 5 SC) * 3 (43)
Row 38: (DEC, 3 SC) * 4, 3 SC, (3 SC, DEC) * 4 (35)
Row 39: (3 SC, DEC) * 3, SC, 3 SC together, SC, (DEC, 3 SC) * 3 (27)
Row 40: (SC, DEC) * 9 (18)
Row 41: (SC, DEC) * 6 (12)
Rows 42-43: 12 SC
Note: [ ] means crocheting in the same loop, add filler while crocheting.
Step 5: Facial Features
Facial features include: eye sockets, ears, lips, and eyeballs, and eyebrows. Eye sockets should be crocheted by attaching the yarn to the head, and lips should be crocheted separately. Finally, eyebrows should be embroidered, colored with blush, and shaded. For detailed instructions, refer to the video demonstration. Video duration: 22’24” (Part 2).
Left Eye Socket: From the outer lower corner of the eye, 8 sc, sc, 11 sc, sc.
Right Eye Socket: From the outer corner of the eye, 12 sc, sc, 8 sc.
Note: Eye sockets are crocheted with attached yarn to the eye holes on the head; after completing the eye sockets, they should be pulled out. For detailed information on crocheting method, refer to the video.
Left Ear: 9 ch, from the 3rd loop from the hook: 2 sc, sc, 3 hdc [inc from hdc, 3 ch, sc].
Right Ear: 10 ch, from the 4th loop from the hook: inc from hdc, 3 hdc, sc, ch [ch, 2 hdc, sc].
Note: [ ] denotes crocheting in the same loop; after completion, leave a 15 cm yarn for sewing.
Upper Lip: (Divide yarn into 3 threads): ch, sc, hdc, ch, sc, ch, hdc, sc, sc.
Lower Lip: (Divide yarn into 3 threads): ch, 4 sc, sc.
Note: Separate crocheting is required. For detailed information on the specific crochet method, refer to the video.
Eyeball:
Rnd 1: 5 ch, from the 2nd loop from the hook: 3 sc, 3 sc in one loop, 2 sc, inc (10).
Rnd 2: (4 sc, inc)*2 (12).
Rnd 3: 12 sc.
Rnd 4: 4 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec (10).
Part 2: Clothing
Clothing includes: main part, collar, and sleeves.
Step 1: Main Part, Collar
The main part is divided into four sections, each worked in turning rows with sl st. After completing the main part, two sides are sewn together. The collar is worked in turning rows with attached yarn to the main part. Leave armholes on both sides of the main part for sleeves, then attach yarn and work in rounds. For detailed instructions, refer to the video demonstration.
Clothing. Main Part. First part. (front left)
Row 1: 115 ch, from the 2nd loop from the hook: 114 sc (114).
Row 2: 2 ch, turn, 37 hdc, 38 sc, 38 hdc (114).
Row 3: ch, turn, 114 sc (114).
Row 4: 2 ch, 29 hdc, 54 sc, 30 hdc (114).
Row 5: ch, turn, 55 sc (55).
Row 6: ch, turn, (skip 1 loop, sc)*2, 13 sc, 38 hdc (53).
Row 7: ch, turn, 53 sc.
Row 8: ch, turn, (skip 1 loop, sc)*2, 19 sc, 30 hdc (51).
Row 9: ch, turn, 51 sc.
Row 10: ch, turn, (skip, sc)*2, 9 sc, 38 hdc (49).
Row 11: ch, turn, 49 sc.
Row 12: ch, turn, (skip 1 loop, sc)*2, 15 sc, 30 hdc (47).
Row 13: ch, turn, 47 sc (47).
Row 14: ch, turn, (skip 1 loop, sc): 2, 5 sc, 38 hdc (45).
Row 15: ch, turn, 45 sc.
Row 16: ch, turn, (skip 1 loop, sc)*2, 11 sc, 30 hdc (43).
Main Part. Second part.
Row 1: Attach yarn to the 55th loop of the 4th row in the first part: 55 sc (55) (see video!).
Row 2: 2 ch, turn, 37 hdc, 17 sc (55).
Row 3: ch, turn, 55 sc (55).
Row 4: 2 ch, turn, 29 hdc, 25 sc (55).
Row 5: ch, turn, 55 sc (55).
Row 6: 2 ch, turn, 37 hdc, 17 sc (55).
Row 7: ch, turn, 55 sc (55).
Row 8: 2 ch, turn, 29 hdc, 25 sc, 60 ch (115).
Row 9: Turn, from the 2nd loop from the hook: 59 sc, 55 sc (114).
Row 10: 2 ch, turn, 37 hdc, 38 sc, 38 hdc (114).
Row 11: ch, turn, 114 sc (114).
Row 12: 2 ch, turn, 29 hdc, 54 sc, 30 hdc (114).
Third part. (front right part)
Attach yarn from the last loop of row 8 in the second part: 55 sc (see video! Not very clear from the description).
Row 2: ch, turn, (skip 1 loop, sc)*2, 51 sc (53).
Row 3: ch, turn, 53 sc.
Row 4: ch, turn, (skip 1 loop, sc)*2, 49 sc (51).
Part 4. Collar.
45 sc on both front and back parts of the item (see video demonstration).
Note: After completion, leave 25 cm yarn for side seams, approximately 18 loops in opposite directions.
Row 1: Neckline cut: 34 sc.
Row 2: ch, turn, 15 sc, skip 1 loop, 8 sc, skip 1 loop, 9 sc (32).
Step 2: Sleeves
For detailed instructions, refer to the video demonstration. Video duration: 25’41” (Part 3).
Row 1: (Starting from the center to the left side of the armhole) 2 sc, 24 sc, 2 sc (28).
Row 2: (inc) 2 inc, 24 sc, 2 inc (32).
Row 3: 32 sc.
Row 4: (inc) [2 ch, hdc], inc from hdc, hdc, 26 sc, hdc, 2 inc from hdc (36).
Row 5: 36 sc.
Row 6: 36 sc.
Row 7: 36 sc.
Row 8: (inc) [2 ch, hdc], inc from hdc, hdc, 30 sc, hdc, 2 inc from hdc (40).
Row 9: 40 sc.
Row 10: 40 sc.
Row 11: (7 sc, inc)*5 (45).
Row 12: (inc) [2 ch, hdc], inc from hdc, hdc, 39 sc, hdc, 2 inc from hdc (49).
Row 13: 49 sc.
Row 14: (3 sc, inc, 3 sc)*7 (56).
Row 15: 56 sc.
Row 16: (inc) [2 ch, hdc], inc from hdc, hdc, 50 sc, hdc, 2 inc from hdc.
Row 17: 60 sc.
Note: [ ] denotes crocheting in the same loop.
Part 3: Ruffle
The description of the ruffle includes: main part, edging, and decoration. When finished, add the decoration. For detailed instructions, refer to the video demonstration. Video duration: 30’07” (Part 3).
Main Part
Row 1: 47 ch, from the 2nd loop from the hook: 46 sc.
Row 2-Row 60: ch, turn, 46 sc.
Edging.
Row 1: ch, turn, 45 sc, inc, 59 sc, inc, 45 sc, inc, 59 sc, inc (216).
Row 2: 45 hdc, 2 inc from hdc, 59 hdc, 2 inc from hdc, 45 hdc, 2 inc from hdc, 59 hdc, 2 inc from hdc (224).
Decoration.
Row 1: 5 ch, ss.
Note: After completing the crocheting, decorate the piece with gold thread.
Part 4: Hat
The hat kit includes: main part, assembly, and decoration. First, crochet the main part, then various parts are assembled, and finally, surface finishing is done. For detailed instructions, refer to the video demonstration. Video duration: 50’17” (Part 3).
Row 1: 6 sc in Magic Ring (MR).
Row 2: 6 inc (12).
Row 3: (sc, inc)*6 (18).
Row 4: (sc, inc, sc)*6 (24).
Row 5: (3 sc, inc)*6 (30).
Row 6: (2 sc, inc, 2 sc)*6 (36).
Row 7: (5 sc, inc)*6 (42).
Row 8: (3 sc, inc, 3 sc)*6 (48).
Row 9: (7 sc, inc)*6 (54).
Row 10: (4 sc, inc, 4 sc)*6 (60).
Row 11: (9 sc, inc)*6 (66).
Row 12: (5 sc, inc, 5 sc)*6 (72).
Row 13: (11 sc, inc)*6 (78).
Row 14-Row 15: 78 sc.
Row 16: Joining Row: 78 sc.
Row 17-Row 21: 78 sc.
Row 22: 78 sc.
Second part.
Row 1 (behind the loops of the 15th row in the first part): 78 sc.
Row 2: 78 sc.
Row 3: 30 sc.
Row 4: ch, turn, skip 1 loop, 28 sc, ss.
Row 5: (Crochet in the 8th loop from the bottom of the 4th row) 14 sc (14).
Row 6: ch, turn, skip 1 loop, 12 sc, ss (13).
Row 7: (hook into the first loop of the 2nd row), sc, [sc, hdc], 5 hdc, sc, ss, inc, [sc, hdc], 3 hdc, 2 hdc, 3 ch, in the 3rd loop from the hook: sc, 2 hdc, 3 hdc, [hdc, sc], inc, ss, sc, 5 hdc, [hdc, sc], sc, ss, 48 sc.
Row 8: Secure 1 edge loop, see video demonstration for details.
Note: [ ] denotes crocheting in the same loop.
Third part.
Row 1: 6 sc in MR.
Row 2: 6 inc (12).
Row 3: (sc, inc)*6 (18).
Row 4-Row 6: 18 sc.
Row 7: 9 dec.
Row 8-Row 10: 9 sc.
Row 11: 9 inc (18).
Row 12: (sc, inc, sc)*6 (24).
Row 13-Row 15: 24 sc.
Row 16: (sc, dec)*8 (16).
Row 17: (7 ch, from the 3rd loop from the hook: 5 hdc, skip 1 loop, ss) * 8.
Note: After completion, leave 20 cm of thread for sewing and add stuffing.
Fourth part.
Row 1:6 ch, from the 2nd loop from the hook, 5 sc (5).
Row 2-Row 5: 5 sc.
Row 6: ch, turn, 2 sc, inc, 2 sc (6).
Row 7-Row 9: ch, turn, 6 sc.
Row 10: ch, turn, skip 1 loop, 4 sc, ss (5).
Row 11: ch, turn, skip 1 loop, 2 sc, ss (3).
Row 12: ch, turn, skip 1 loop, sc (1).
Edging (crochet together with thin wire).
Start from the first loop of Row 1: 4 sc, inc, 8 sc, 3 hdc in one loop, ss, inc from hdc, [sc, 2 ch, ss in the 2nd loop from the hook (picot), sc], inc from hdc, ss, 3 hdc in one loop, 9 sc.
Note: Crochet gold thread for edge decoration. See crochet edge method in the video.
Decoration 1.
Row 1: 6 sc in MR.
Row 2: 6 inc (12).
Decoration 2.
Row 2: 7 sc in MR.
Row 3: 3 ch, from the 2nd loop from the hook: 2 sc, ss.
Decoration 3.
Row 1: 7 ch, from the 2nd loop from the hook: 5 sc, 3 sc in one loop, 5 sc (13).
Decoration 4.
Row 1: ch, turn, 6 sc, inc, 6 sc (14).
Note: After completion, assemble the various parts; use color thread No. 25 to sew the decoration, details are shown in the video demonstration.
Part 5:
Row 1: 38 ch, from the 2nd loop from the hook: 37 sc.
Row 2: ch, turn, skip 1 loop, inc from hdc, ss, skip 1 loop, [4 hdc], skip 1 loop, ss, skip 2 loops, [6 sc], skip 2 loops, sc, 3 hdc, 5 sc, 3 hdc, sc, skip 2 loops, [6 hdc], skip 2 loops, ss, skip 1 loop, [4 hdc], skip 1 loop, ss, inc from hdc, ss.
Row 3: ch, turn, 2 sc, ss, 4 sc, ss, 6 sc, ss, 3 hdc, 3 sc, 2 ch, ss in the 2nd loop from the hook, 2 sc, 3 ch, ss in the 2nd loop from the hook, 3 sc, ss, 6 sc, ss, 4 sc, ss, 2 sc, ss.
