Gerry the Gingerbread – Free Crochet Pattern

Get ready to meet Gerry the Gingerbread! This free crochet gingerbread man pattern is designed to be the ultimate time-saver this holiday season. Gerry is a quick, nearly no-sew amigurumi where the body, head, and limbs are worked as one piece, saving you tons of time on assembly! Whether you need quick stocking stuffers, unique holiday gifts, or inventory for a craft fair, this pattern delivers all the holiday charm with minimal effort. This easy gingerbread crochet pattern is ready to be your favorite go-to holiday project!

I would classify this crochet gingerbread man free pattern as “advanced beginner”. It would be helpful to have had some experience with amigurumi before creating this project.

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Free Crochet Pattern for Gerry the Gingerbread

Abbreviations

st = stitch
sl st = slip stitch
ch = chain
SC = single crochet
SC2tog = single crochet 2 stitches together (invisible decrease is recommended)

Special Stitches

SC2tog (using invisible decrease method): Insert hook into front loop of the first stitch. Insert hook into front loop of second stitch. Yarn over. Draw through the first two loops on hook. Yarn over. Draw through both loops on hook.

Notes

• Checking your gauge is not required for this pattern. Use a hook that is smaller than the size recommended for your yarn weight. This will ensure that your stuffing will not show through the stitches.
• This pattern requires minimal sewing. The legs, body, and head are worked as one piece, and the arms are worked directly into the body as you work, rather than sewing later. The only sewing required is the buttons and bow.  
• All pieces are worked in the round. Use a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of each round.
• Invisible decreases are recommended. Please see “Special Stitches”.
• Safety eyes and noses pose a choking risk for babies; therefore, if making this toy for a baby, I recommend using yarn, felt, or embroidered details.
• All pieces, with the exception of the buttons and bow, require stuffing. Stuff each piece as you work to ensure the piece is completely filled.
• See tutorial photos.

Pattern

Using 4.0mm (G) hook:

Arms (make 2)

Using color A (shown as brown):

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: 2 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R3-4: 1 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

Using color B (shown as white):

R5: 1 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

Using color A (shown as brown):

R6-10: 1 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

Fill with stuffing.

R11: Fold the arm closed, leaving 1 unworked st on each side of the fold. Working through both sides to close, 1 SC in each st across. See tutorial photos. (5 sts)

Cut yarn and fasten off.

First Leg

Using color A (shown as brown):

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: *2 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R3: 1 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

Using color B (shown as white):

R4: 1 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

Using color A (shown as brown):

R5: 1 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

Cut yarn and fasten off.

Second Leg

Using color A (shown as brown):

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

R2: *2 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R3: 1 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

Using color B (shown as white):

R4: 1 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

Using color A (shown as brown):

R5: 1 SC in each st around. (12 sts)

R6: Ch 2. Join to first leg with a SC. Add a stitch marker to this first SC st. SC in each st around first leg, across ch 2, around second leg, back across ch 2, to beginning. (28 sts) See tutorial photos.

Do not fasten off, move on to body.

Body

R7: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 13 sts. Repeat from * around. (30 sts)

Fill legs with stuffing.

R8: 1 SC in each st around. (30 sts)

R9: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 4 sts. Repeat from * around. (36 sts)

R10-14: 1 SC in each st around. (36 sts)

R15: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 4 sts. Repeat from * around. (30 sts)

R16-18: 1 SC in each st around. (30 sts)

R19: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 3 sts. (24 sts)

Note: In the next round you will be crocheting the arms in place. Due to differences in tension, yarn, etc., you may need to adjust the placement of the arms to ensure that they are properly positioned on the sides of the body. The arms will require 5 sts each and should be positioned on the sides of the body. There will be 7 sts between each arm on both the front and back of the body.

For example, if you only need 3 sts at the start of the round to get to the appropriate placement for the first arm, you will then crochet the arm in place with 5 sts, work the next 7 sts, crochet the second arm in place with 5 sts, and then complete the round with 4 sts; still completing the round with 24 sts in total.

R20: 1 SC in each of the next 5 sts. Place the first arm, and working through both the sts of the arm and the sts of the body, 1 SC in the next 5 sts. 1 SC in each of the next 7 sts. Place the second arm, and working through both the sts of the arm and the sts of the body, 1 SC in the next 5 sts. 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts. (24 sts) See tutorial photos.

R21: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

R22: *SC2tog, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

Fill body with stuffing.

Do not fasten off, move on to head.

Head

R23: 2 SC in each st around. (24 sts)

R24: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 3 sts. Repeat from * around. (30 sts)

R25: *2 SC in next st, 1 SC in each of the next 4 sts. Repeat from * around. (36 sts)

R26-32: 1 SC in each st around. (36 sts)

R33: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 4 sts. Repeat from * around. (30 sts)

If using safety eyes, insert them between R29 and R30 with 4 sts between.

R34: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 3 sts. Repeat from * around. (24 sts)

R35: *SC2tog, 1 SC in each of the next 2 sts. Repeat from * around. (18 sts)

Fill head with stuffing.

R36: *SC2tog, 1 SC in next st. Repeat from * around. (12 sts)

R37: *SC2tog. Repeat from * around. (6 sts)

Cut yarn, weave in and out of remaining sts. Pull tight to close. Weave in ends.

Buttons (make 2)

Using color C (shown as red):

R1: Begin with 6 SC in a magic ring. (6 sts)

Join with a sl st to beginning.

Cut yarn, leaving long tail for sewing. Fasten off.

Bow

Using color D (shown as green):

R1: Ch 6, turn, SC in second ch from hook and each of the remaining sts. (5 sts)

R2-3: Ch 1, turn, working in the back loops only, 1 SC in each st across. (5 sts)

Cut yarn and fasten off. Weave in ends.  

Create the pinched center of the bow by first cutting a long strand of yarn. Then pinch the middle of the bow and wrap the yarn around the center approximately 5 times. Tie the yarn. Use the remaining yarn tails for assembly.  

Assembly & Finishing

See tutorial photos.

Using black yarn, embroider smile over 3 sts between R26-27, dipping down between R25-26.

Using pink yarn, embroider blush over 2-3 sts on each side of the smile, one stitch below the eyes.

Attach buttons to the center of the body, over R13-14 and R17-18.

Attach bow just under the head at R22, or attach bow to the top left side of the head, at R33. 

I hope you enjoyed this free crochet gingerbread man pattern!

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Tips & Tricks for Perfecting Your Crochet Gingerbread Man

• Invisible Decreases: When working your SC2tog stitches, always use the invisible decrease method for amigurumi. This is crucial for maintaining the smooth, clean look of the head and body in your crochet gingerbread man pattern.
• Creating Crisp “Icing”: The white trim (the “icing”) on the arms and legs should be made using the invisible color change method to prevent any noticeable steps in colors.
• More Ideas: For even more project improvement tips, check out my list of amigurumi tips and tricks.

Gingerbread Pattern Alterations & Customizations

• Change the Size (Chunky Yarn): Using a chunky or bulky yarn, such as Parfait Chunky, will create a much larger gingerbread man amigurumi. This is a great way to make a big-plush toy or a huggable pillow, all while still benefiting from the nearly no-sew construction. Be sure to use an appropriate hook size with whatever yarn you choose.
• Create a Gingerbread Girl: Easily turn Gerry into a gingerbread girl by changing the accessory placement. Swap the neck bow tie for a cute hair bow placed on the top side of the head.
• Customize the “Icing”: Don’t be limited to white! Use different colors for the white icing to match your holiday decor, or even use a specialty yarn like a fuzzy white for a textured “icing” look.

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