Introduction

The Christmas Mouse is a festive amigurumi dressed in a red Nordic sweater, green trousers, a Santa hat, neat white shoes, and a little red satchel stuffed with candy canes—ready to deliver cozy cheer. This pattern is written to reproduce the pictured sample exactly, including stitch counts, color placements, and attachment heights so your finished doll matches 1:1.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

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Materials Needed

• Yarn (DK/light worsted, smooth cotton or cotton-blend recommended):
  1. Mouse main (beige/tan): 70–80 g
  2. Inner ear/nose blush (light pink/rose): scraps
  3. Sweater main (red): 40–50 g
  4. Sweater motif (white): 10–15 g (or duplicate-stitch later)
  5. Collar accent (green): 8–10 g
  6. Trousers (deep green): 30–35 g
  7. Shoes (white): 20–25 g
  8. Sole band (charcoal/dark gray): 8–10 g
  9. Satchel + strap (red or brick): 15–20 g
  10. Candy canes (white + red): scraps
  11. Tail (same beige or lighter): scraps
• Hooks: 2.75 mm (C) for amigurumi; 3.0 mm for clothing if you crochet tight.
• Notions: 8 mm black safety eyes (pair); 1 small wooden button (6–7 mm) for satchel; tapestry needle; stitch markers; polyester fiberfill; a little fabric glue (optional for canes).
• Optional: small coins/washers to weight shoes; stiff felt piece inside satchel flap.

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Gauge & Finished Size

• Gauge (sc in the round): 24 sts × 26 rows = 10 cm (4″) with 2.75 mm hook.
• Finished height: ~24–25 cm including hat and pom.

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Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR = magic ring; sc = single crochet; inc = 2 sc in same st; dec = invisible decrease; sl st = slip stitch; hdc = half double crochet; dc = double crochet; ch = chain; BLO/FLO = back/front loop only; st(s) = stitch(es); rnd(s) = round(s); pm = place marker; FO = fasten off; RS = right side.

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Pattern Notes

• Work all amigurumi pieces in continuous rounds unless noted.
• Stuff firmly and evenly, especially feet and head cheeks.
• Change colors on the final pull-through of the previous stitch.
• The sweater motif can be:
  1. Carried tapestry (carry unused color inside), or
  2. Worked plain red, then add white motif via duplicate stitch—cleaner and easier for many makers. The counts below assume duplicate stitch; a mini chart is described for live colorwork.

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Head (beige)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
6. (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
7. (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
   8–12) sc around (42)
   — Insert eyes between Rnds 12–13, 11 sts apart.
8. (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
9. sc around (36)
10. (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30) — embroider nose over 3 sts centered on this rnd; add a short vertical line and smile across Rnds 15–16.
11. (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24) — begin stuffing.
12. (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
13. (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
14. dec ×6 (6) FO, close. Sculpt gentle cheeks if desired by tacking thread under each eye and knotting at the back.

Ears (make 2)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
3. (2 sc, inc) ×3 (12)
4. (3 sc, inc) ×3 (15)
5. sc around (15)
6. (4 sc, inc) ×3 (18)
7. sc around (18). FO, leave long tails. Lightly press into shallow bowls.
   Inner blush: surface stitch a soft pink oval inside each ear.

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Muzzle Patch (optional for subtle snout)

MR 6; rnd 2 inc ×6 (12); rnd 3 (sc, inc) ×6 (18); rnd 4 sc around (18). FO; sew centered between the eyes with lower edge touching Head Rnd 16.

Body (beige)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
6. (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
   7–11) sc around (36)
7. (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
   13–16) sc around (42)
8. (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
9. (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
10. sc around (30) — mark this rnd (armline ≈ Rnd 22 after sweater).
11. (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
12. (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
13. (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
14. dec ×6 (6) FO. Stuff body firm; flatten base slightly so shoes stand flat.

Arms (make 2, beige)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
   3–7) sc around (9)
3. (2 sc, inc) ×3 (12)
   9–12) sc around (12)
4. (sc, dec) ×4 (8) — light stuffing only.
5. sc around (8)
6. dec ×4 (4) FO, flatten opening for sewing.

Legs (make 2, beige up to ankle)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc ×6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
   4–7) sc around (18) — shape foot; begin stuffing.
4. (4 sc, dec) ×3 (15)
   9–12) sc around (15)
5. (3 sc, dec) ×3 (12)
6. sc around (12) FO with long tail for sewing.

Tail (beige)

Ch 36; sl st in 2nd ch from hook and back along chain for a neat cord. FO, leave tail for attaching low at the back.

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Clothing & Accessories

Santa Hat (red with white brim & pom)

Hook 3.0 mm; work in joined rounds.

Red cone:

1. MR 6 (6)
2. sc around (6)
3. (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
4. sc around (9)
5. (2 sc, inc) ×3 (12)
6. sc around (12)
7. (3 sc, inc) ×3 (15)
8. sc around (15)
9. (4 sc, inc) ×3 (18)
10. sc around (18)
11. (5 sc, inc) ×3 (21)
12. sc around (21)
13. (6 sc, inc) ×3 (24)
14. sc around (24)
15. (7 sc, inc) ×3 (27)
16. sc around (27)
17. (8 sc, inc) ×3 (30)
18. sc around (30)

White brim: change to white.
19) BLO hdc around (30)
20–21) hdc around (30); FO. Fold brim outward along BLO line.
Pom-pom: MR 6 with white; inc all to 12; next rnd sc around (12); next rnd dec around (6); stuff lightly; close and sew to tip. Bend cone so it drapes to one side.

Red Nordic Sweater (worked in the round from hem; duplicate stitch motif later)

Hook 3.0 mm.

Body:
Ch 66, join without twist (fits over stuffed body).
Rnds 1–4: sc around (66).
Rnd 5: (9 sc, dec) ×6 → 60.
Rnds 6–10: sc around (60).
Rnd 11 (split sleeves with simple raglan skips): sc 8, ch 6, sk 6 (right sleeve gap), sc 12, ch 6, sk 6, sc 28 (60).
Rnds 12–15: sc around, working into chains to form sleeve openings (60).
Rnd 16 (neck shaping): (3 sc, dec) ×12 → 48.
Rnd 17: sc around (48).
Rnd 18: switch to green for collar, BLO sc around (48).
Rnd 19: sc around (48)
Rnd 20: sl st loosely around for a soft rolled edge. FO.

Sleeves (make 2):
Join red at an underarm gap; PU 24 sts around opening.
Rnds 1–6: sc around (24).
Rnd 7: (2 sc, dec) ×6 → 18.
Rnd 8–9: sc around (18).
Rnd 10: (sc, dec) ×6 → 12.
Rnd 11: sc around (12).
Rnd 12: switch to white; sc around (12) for motif border.
Rnd 13: sl st loosely; FO.
Motif on body & sleeves: Using white, duplicate stitch small V-chevrons and hearts in a band across chest and upper sleeves (about Rnds 6–9 on body, Rnds 10–11 on sleeves). Keep spacing consistent: 1 motif every 3 sts; two rows stacked.

Green Trousers (straight leg with cuffed hems)

Hook 3.0 mm.

Waist & hips:
Ch 60, join.
Rnds 1–3: sc around (60).
Rnd 4: (8 sc, dec) ×6 → 54.
Rnds 5–9: sc around (54).
Split legs: 27 sts each.

Leg 1:
Rnds 1–9: sc around (27).
Rnds 10–11: BLO sc around (27) to form fold line.
Rnds 12–13: sc around (27). FO. Fold cuff upward at BLO line and tack at side seams.

Leg 2: Work as Leg 1.

Shoes (white with dark sole band; not boots)

Hook 2.75 mm.

Sole (white, oval worked flat):
Ch 7.
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and next 4, 3 sc in last; rotate, sc 4 along opposite side, 2 sc in first st (13).
Row 2: inc in first, sc 4, inc ×3 across toe, sc 4, inc ×2 at heel (18).
Row 3: sc, inc, sc 4, (sc, inc) ×3, sc 4, (sc, inc) ×2 (24).
Row 4: BLO sc around to raise wall (24).

Upper:
Rnd 5 (white): sc around (24).
Rnd 6: dec at toe ×2, sc 8, dec at heel ×2, sc to end (20).
Rnd 7: sc around (20).
Rnd 8: sc 6, dec ×2 at toe, sc 6, dec at heel, sc to end (17).
Rnd 9 (charcoal): sl st loosely around for thin band (17).
Rnd 10 (white): sc around (17). FO. Insert a coin/felt insole if you want extra stability. After fitting, tack heel to leg.

Satchel & Candy Canes (red)

Bag body (red): Hook 3.0 mm.
Ch 13.
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across (12).
Rows 2–16: sc across (12).
Fold at Row 11 to form a 5-row flap. Seam sides from bottom to fold line.

Flap finishing: Work 1 row sc across flap edge; create a button loop midway (sc to center, ch 3, sk 2, sc to end). Sew a small wood-tone button on the body to meet the loop.

Strap: Ch 42–45, sl st back for a sturdy strap; sew ends to back top corners. Position left shoulder → right hip.

Candy canes (2×):

• With white, ch 9; sl st in 2nd ch and back (8).
• Overwrap red yarn in diagonal stripes (or surface slip-stitch).
• Curl one end to a cane shape; secure with a tiny stitch. Insert canes into satchel; add one invisible tack so they peek out.

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Assembly

1. Ears: Sew at the top sides of head; inner bases about 10 sts apart across the crown; angle slightly forward.
2. Head ↔ Body: Ladder stitch neck openings; add a small stuffing wedge at front to keep the chin lifted.
3. Arms: Attach around Body Rnd 22, slightly forward so hands hang naturally near the satchel.
4. Legs: Sew to base, inner ankles 6 sts apart. Ensure soles lie flat and parallel.
5. Tail: Attach low at back center ~2–3 rnds above base; curve gently.
6. Dress order: Trousers → Sweater → Shoes → Santa Hat.
7. Satchel & strap: Drape from left shoulder to right hip; add a tiny tack at shoulder seam and one at hip so the strap stays flat.

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Exact Placement Map (for photo match)

• Eyes: Head Rnds 12–13, spacing 11 sts.
• Nose: Rnd 15, width 3 sts; mouth over Rnds 15–16.
• Ears: bases start 8 sts behind eye line; inner edges 10 sts apart.
• Arms: Body Rnd 22, aligned under sweater yoke.
• Legs: centered under torso; inner ankles 6 sts apart.
• Sweater motif band: centered between body Rnds 6–9; sleeves motif at Rnds 10–11.
• Trouser cuffs: fold at BLO rounds; finished inseam reaches just above shoe tops.
• Satchel: bag measures ~5.5 cm (W) × 5 cm (H) after seaming; strap length ~28–30 cm when relaxed across chest.

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Finishing Touches / Tips

• Whiskers: Split a strand of dark thread or very thin yarn; insert from muzzle sides and knot inside. Trim evenly.
• Neat colorwork: If working motif live, keep floats short; change color on last pull-through of preceding stitch; block lightly with steam to settle. Duplicate stitch gives the cleanest hearts/chevrons on small gauge.
• Stability: If the doll leans, add a pebble/washer inside each shoe before closing, or glue a thin felt outsole.
• Hat shaping: Steam the brim lightly; pinch the red cone so it drapes to one side, then secure one hidden tack to keep the fold.
• Photo styling: Place the satchel slightly forward and tilt the head a few degrees to the viewer for the same charming expression.

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Conclusion

Your Christmas mouse is complete—festive sweater, crisp green trousers, white shoes, Santa hat with pom, and a candy-filled satchel. Follow the stitch counts and placement map above to replicate the photographed sample exactly; then have fun making a whole holiday crew by swapping sweater motifs and satchel contents. Enjoy your make!