Monkey D. Luffy Amigurumi Free Pattern

If you love characters with a strong identity, this crochet doll of Monkey D. Luffy from One Piece will win you over. This amigurumi free pattern keeps the full round-by-round structure, materials, abbreviations, assembly notes and creator credit.

Monkey D. Luffy is recognized by his straw hat, vest and adventurous energy, details that work beautifully in crochet.

Free pattern designed by tara.Studio.

Materials

2.0 mm

crochet hook
Nude or skin-tone cotton yarn
Royal blue cotton yarn
Red cotton yarn
Yellow cotton yarn
Black cotton yarn
Brown cotton yarn
Scissors
Sewing needles
White and dark red embroidery thread
Stitch marker
Synthetic stuffing

For yarn and tools, see our amigurumi materials guide.

Abbreviations

• Rnd: round
• ch: chain
• MR: magic ring
• sc: single crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• dc: double crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• inc: increase
• dec: decrease
• BLO: back loop only
• FLO: front loop only

Review the techniques in our crochet abbreviations guide.

Notes

THIS PATTERN IS INTERMEDIATE LEVEL.

The finished project measures 15 centimeters with a 2.0 mm crochet hook and thin cotton yarn from Reves Derecho. You can use what you have, but the result will vary. For the neck, place a piece of galvanized wire to support the head.

Add stuffing to the hat so it keeps its shape, then fix it to the head with a few stitches.

Embroider the eyes between rows 9 and 10, covering 4 sc each, with 3 sc between them.

The mouth can be embroidered, glued or painted. For embroidery, use satin stitch with 3 strands between rounds 14 and 16, adding a small black line on each side.

Arms

ROUND 1: 6 sc MR

ROUND 2: 2 sc, 1 inc x6 = 8

ROUND 3: 8 sc

ROUND 4: 2 sc, 1 dec x2 = 6

ROUND 5-14: 10 rounds of 6 sc

Feet in nude or skin color

5 ch; from the second stitch from the hook:

ROUND 1: 3 sc, 3 sc in last ch, 1 inc, 2 sc = 10

ROUND 2: 1 inc, 2 sc, 3 inc, 3 sc, 1 inc = 15

ROUND 3: BLO, 15 sc

ROUND 4: 4 sc, 3 dec, 5 sc = 12

ROUND 5: 4 sc, 2 dec, 4 sc = 10

ROUND 6: 3 sc, 2 dec, 3 sc = 8

ROUND 7-9: 8 sc

ROUND 10: change to royal blue, 8 sc

ROUND 11-14: 8 sc each round

Body

ROUND 15: on the second leg, crochet 3 extra sc to center the join; join with 4 ch.

8 sc, 4 sc over the chains, 8 sc, 4 sc, 8 sc, 4 sc over the chains = 24 sc

ROUND 16-19: 24 sc for 4 rounds

ROUND 20: change to skin color, 24 sc

ROUND 21: 4 sc, 1 dec, 9 sc, 1 dec, 7 sc = 22

ROUND 22: sc in each stitch = 22

ROUND 23: 3 sc, 1 dec, 9 sc, 1 dec, 6 sc = 20

ROUND 24: 25 sc in each stitch for two rounds = 20

ROUND 26: 3 sc, 1 dec, 8 sc, 1 dec, 5 sc = 18

ROUND 27: sc in each stitch = 18

Join the arms; move the marker 3 sc more to place the arms at the sides.

ROUND 28: 2 sc through arm and body, 7 sc back, 2 sc through arm and body, 7 sc front = 18

ROUND 29: 3 dec, 5 sc, 3 dec, 5 sc = 16

ROUND 30: 2 dec, 1 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc, 2 dec, 1 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc = 10

Add wire or another support inside the neck.

ROUND 31: 2 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc = 8

ROUND 32-36: 5 rounds of 8 sc

Close the stitches with a needle through the outer loop.

Ears

5 sc MR

Leave a tail to sew to the head between rounds 12 and 14.

Head

ROUND 1: 6 sc MR

ROUND 2: 6 inc x6 = 12

ROUND 3: 1 sc, 1 inc x6 = 18

ROUND 4: 2 sc, 1 inc x6 = 24

ROUND 5: 3 sc, 1 inc x6 = 30

ROUND 6: 4 sc, 1 inc x6 = 36

ROUND 7-14: 36 sc for 8 rounds

ROUND 15: 4 sc, 1 dec x6 = 30

ROUND 16: 3 sc, 1 dec x6 = 24

ROUND 17: 2 sc, 1 dec x6 = 18

Stuff the head.

ROUND 18: 1 sc, 1 dec x6 = 12

ROUND 19: 4 sc, 1 dec x2 = 10

Leave a long tail to sew to the body.

Yellow belt

22 ch; in the 3rd ch from the hook, crochet 20 hdc. Cut and leave a tail for sewing at the waist.

The belt should be slightly tight.

Shorter belt part: 11 ch; in the 3rd ch from the hook, crochet 9 hdc. Close, cut and sew vertically over the yellow belt.

Pants cuff

With white, 11 ch; from the 2nd ch from the hook, make 10 sc. Cut and leave a tail to sew where skin color changes to royal blue.

Hair in black

ROUND 1: 6 sc in MR

ROUND 2: 6 inc x6 = 12

ROUND 3: 1 sc, 1 inc x6 = 18

ROUND 4: 2 sc, 1 inc x6 = 24

For each strand: 1 sc, 9 ch, return with 1 sl st, 1 sc, 6 hdc and close with sl st in the same starting stitch. Repeat around. The number of strands is optional; the hat covers most of the head.

Vest

Start each row with 1 turning ch and turn, except rows 9 and 10, where decreases shape the piece backward.

Start with 19 ch; in the 2nd ch from the hook:

ROW 1: 18 sc

ROW 2: 2 sc, 4 ch and skip 4 sc, 6 sc, 4 ch and skip 4 sc, 2 sc = 18

ROW 3: 18 sc

ROW 4: 5 sc, (1 inc, 1 sc x4), 5 sc = 22

ROW 5-6: 22 sc, 2 rows

ROW 7: 10 sc, 2 inc, 10 sc = 24

ROW 8: 24 sc

ROW 9: no starting chain: 2 dec, 1 sc, 1 triple increase, (2 sc, 1 triple increase x4), 1 sc, 1 triple increase, 2 dec = 32

ROW 10: 2 dec, 24 sc, 2 dec = 28

ROW 11: sl st all around for a neater edge.

Sleeves

Work in a spiral.

ROUND 1: pick up 12 sc around the edge

ROUND 2-4: 12 sc around

ROUND 5: 2 sc, triple increase x4 = 20

ROUND 6: 20 sc around

Close the sleeve with 1 sl st, fasten off and hide ends.

Hat

Use yellow and red.

ROUND 1: 6 sc MR

ROUND 2: 6 inc x6 = 12

ROUND 3: 1 sc, 1 inc x6 = 18

ROUND 4: 2 sc, 1 inc x6 = 24

ROUND 5: 3 sc, 1 inc x6 = 30

ROUND 6: 4 sc, 1 inc x6 = 36

ROUND 7: 5 sc, 1 inc x6 = 42

Work the hat loosely so it fits over the head.

ROUND 8-10: 42 sc for 3 rounds

ROUND 11: change to red, 42 sl st; R12-13, 42 sc for 2 rounds.

ROUND 14: BLO, change to yellow, sl st around through the inner loop, 42 sl st

ROUND 15: FLO, 6 sc, 1 inc x6 = 48

ROUND 16: 2 sc, 1 inc, (7 sc, 1 inc x5), 5 sc = 54

ROUND 17: 8 sc, 1 inc x6 = 60

ROUND 18: 3 sc, 1 inc, (9 sc, 1 inc x5), 6 sc = 66

ROUND 19: 66 sc, finish with sl st, fasten off, hide ends and sew to head.

Sandal

Use dark brown.

ROUND 1: 5 ch; from the 2nd ch from the hook: 3 sc, 3 sc in last ch, 1 inc, 2 sc = 10

ROUND 2: 1 inc, 2 sc, 3 inc, 3 sl st, 1 inc = 15

Finish with 1 sl st, cut and hide the yarn tail. Sew or glue the sandal to the sole, then embroider the sandal details with the same color.

Follow each step carefully and your Monkey D. Luffy amigurumi will be ready to display or gift.

Crochet tips and experience

For a character amigurumi, preserve the recognizable features: face, hair, vest, hat and sandals. Check symmetry before sewing.

FAQ

Is this pattern suitable for beginners?

It is better for intermediate crocheters because it includes small pieces, color changes and assembly.

Should I use the same yarn?

Similar thin cotton and a 2.0 mm hook help match the original size, but materials can be adapted.

Which part needs the most care?

The final assembly and face placement require the most attention.

How do I get a neater shape?

Stuff gradually and shape the pieces as you go.

Can I customize Monkey D. Luffy?

Yes, you can adjust colors or expression while keeping the structure.

Special thanks to tara.Studio for sharing this design.