Sacred Crochet Home Decor – Not a Toy

This crochet pattern creates a serene, minimalist figure of the Blessed Virgin Mary, designed as a spiritual home decor piece, not a toy.
The calm expression, flowing silhouette, and soft colors make it suitable for prayer corners, shelves, and meaningful gifts.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 22–24 cm (8.5–9.5 inches) tall
(depending on yarn and tension)

🧶 Skill Level

Intermediate
(Simple stitches, shaping and assembly)

🧵 Materials

  • Cotton yarn (DK / Sport weight):
    • Off-white / Cream (body & head)
    • Light blue (shawl)
    • Light grey (cloud base)
    • Light brown (hair)
    • Gold thread (optional, decorative detail)
  • Crochet hook: 2.25 mm or 2.5 mm
  • Polyester fiberfill
  • Yarn needle
  • Scissors
  • Black embroidery thread (for eyes)

✂️ Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring
  • sc – Single crochet
  • inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
  • dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
  • sl st – Slip stitch
  • ch – Chain

Work in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise.

1️⃣ HEAD (Off-White)

R1: MR 6 sc (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
R6–10: sc around (30)

👉 Eyes:
Using black embroidery thread, embroider two small curved closed eyes between R7–R8, about 6 stitches apart.
(No mouth is added.)

R11: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
R12: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly.
R13: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
R14: dec x6 (6)
Fasten off.

2️⃣ BODY & DRESS (Off-White)

Worked top down in one piece.

R1: MR 6 sc (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4–10: sc around (18)

Stuff lightly.

Dress shaping:

R11: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
R12: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
R13: (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
R14–18: sc around (36)

Lightly stuff lower body to keep a flowing shape.
Fasten off.

3️⃣ ARMS (Make 2 – Off-White)

R1: MR 6 sc (6)
R2: (sc, inc) x3 (9)
R3–7: sc around (9)

Flatten slightly and close with sc across.
Do not overstuff.
Sew arms gently crossed at chest level.

4️⃣ HAIR (Light Brown)

Attach yarn at the back of the head.

  • Ch 8–12, sl st in next stitch
  • Repeat around the back and sides of the head
  • Vary chain length slightly for a natural flow

Fasten off and lightly shape with fingers.

5️⃣ SHAWL / VEIL (Light Blue)

Worked flat.

Ch 26
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc across (25)
Row 2–18: ch 1, turn, sc across (25)

Fold gently around head and shoulders.
Sew lightly at sides, leaving the front open.

✨ Optional: Add a thin gold thread along the edge with surface slip stitches.

6️⃣ CLOUD BASE (Light Grey)

R1: MR 6 sc (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

Create small bobble-like puffs around the edge:
(3 hdc in one stitch, sl st) repeat evenly.

Lightly stuff and flatten.
Sew body securely onto the cloud base.

🕯️ Optional Variations

  • LED candle version: create a small opening in the cloud base
  • Mini version: use thinner yarn and 1.75 mm hook
  • Wall hanging: add a loop behind the head

⚠️ Important Notes

  • This item is NOT intended as a toy
  • Designed for decorative and spiritual use
  • Suitable for shelves, prayer corners, and gifts

Finished Amigurumi Crochet Minimal Blessed Mary – Color Variations