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How to Add Curly Hair to Amigurumi (Easy Post-Assembly Method)

Add Curly Hair to Finished Amigurumi (Step-by-Step)

Want to give your crochet doll or plush animal a bouncy, textured mane—after you’ve already closed the head? Good news: you don’t need to frog a single stitch. This tutorial shows an easy post-assembly method for adding curly hair to amigurumi using a crochet hook, yarn needle, and scraps of your favorite “hair” yarn. You’ll learn two quick techniques (pre-curled ringlets).

Why this method?

  • Works on finished, closed heads (no surgery required).
  • Totally customizable—short pixie cuts, shoulder-length curls, or dramatic ringlets.
  • Beginner-friendly and fast—great way to salvage or upgrade a make.

Materials

  • “Hair” yarn (acrylic, cotton, or chenille—choose texture you love)
  • Crochet hook (same size you used for the head or 0.5 mm smaller)
  • Yarn needle (blunt tapestry)
  • Scissors

Video Tutorial

Watch the full curly hair for amigurumi video to see both methods in action, including hairline planning, anchoring, and quick shaping.


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About the Author

Marcy Gardner is the crochet designer behind Simply Hooked, where she creates beginner-friendly amigurumi patterns that help makers of all skill levels create adorable, giftable plushies.

With over 13 years of crochet experience, Marcy has taught hundreds of crocheters through her patterns, kits, and online courses.

Shop her fun and easy patterns today!

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