Welcome to this exquisite crochet journey where we bring to life a character of pure elegance and floral charm. The Rose & Swan Piglet is a sophisticated amigurumi project that blends the sweetness of a classic pink piglet with the regal aesthetics of a garden princess. Adorned with a lush crown of red roses and a mint green gown featuring intricate swan embroidery, this doll is designed to be a centerpiece of any handmade collection. The addition of a delicate white lace collar and a tiny crowned swan companion makes this a truly magical set for any enthusiast.

To achieve the high-quality finish seen in the inspiration, you will want to use premium materials. I highly recommend that you buy yarn of the semi-cotton variety, such as Scheepjes Catona or YarnArt Jeans, to ensure crisp stitch definition and durability. You can easily find these and other essential tools like ergonomic hooks and safety eyes on Amazon or your favorite local craft store.

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

Detailed Material List and Preparation

Success in amigurumi often depends on the preparation. For this specific project, maintaining a tight tension is crucial so that the stuffing does not peek through the stitches. Use a hook size that is slightly smaller than what the yarn label suggests. This creates a sturdy fabric that holds the complex shapes of the head and snout perfectly.

• Yarn Colors: You will need a soft petal pink for the piglet’s body, a vibrant mint green for the dress, a crisp white for the lace and swans, a deep red for the roses, and a darker moss green for the leaves. A small amount of golden yellow is required for the crowns.
• Crochet Hook: A 2.25mm or 2.5mm hook is recommended for the main body components. A smaller 2.0mm hook may be used for the tiny roses and the mini swan to keep them delicate.
• Eyes: 10mm black safety eyes for the piglet and 5mm safety eyes (or black embroidery thread) for the companion swan.
• Stuffing: High-quality polyester fiberfill.
• Tools: A long tapestry needle for assembly, fine embroidery needles for the facial features, and sharp scissors.
• Optional: Fabric glue for securing the rose crown and pink blush for the cheeks to add a glow of life to your piglet.

Stitch Guide and Terminology

This tutorial uses standard US English crochet terminology. If you are a beginner, it is helpful to familiarize yourself with these stitches before starting, as the lace collar and roses involve more advanced combinations.

• MR: Magic Ring (The essential start for all round pieces).
• sc: Single Crochet (The backbone of amigurumi).
• inc: Increase (Work 2 sc into the same stitch).
• dec: Invisible Decrease (Work through the front loops of two stitches to minimize gaps).
• hdc: Half Double Crochet (Used for the ears and leaves).
• dc: Double Crochet (Used for the lace collar and roses).
• tr: Treble Crochet (Used for the larger petals and leaves).
• BLO: Back Loop Only (Used to create ridges or changes in direction).
• FLO: Front Loop Only (Used for attaching ruffles or collars).
• sl st: Slip Stitch.
• st(s): Stitch or stitches.

The Sculpted Piglet Head

The head of the piglet requires careful shaping to support the weight of the rose crown. We start with the main head and then add the distinctive snout and ears. Use the petal pink yarn.

Main Head Component

1. Round 1: Start with a MR and work 6 sc into it. (6)
2. Round 2: Work 1 inc into every stitch around. (12)
3. Round 3: *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (18)
4. Round 4: *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (24)
5. Round 5: *3 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (30)
6. Round 6: *4 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (36)
7. Round 7: *5 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (42)
8. Round 8: *6 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (48)
9. Round 9: *7 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (54)
10. Round 10: *8 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (60)
11. Rounds 11-20: Work 1 sc in each stitch around. (60) This builds the height of the face.
12. Round 21: We will now begin the decreases. *8 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (54)
13. Round 22: *7 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (48)
14. Round 23: *6 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (42)
15. Round 24: *5 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (36)
16. Placement: Insert safety eyes between rounds 16 and 17, with about 11 stitches of space between them. Make sure they are centered relative to where the snout will be.
17. Round 25: *4 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (30)
18. Round 26: *3 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (24) Stuff the head firmly at this stage.
19. Round 27: *2 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (18)
20. Round 28: *1 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (12) Finish stuffing.
21. Round 29: 6 dec. (6) Fasten off and leave a long tail for closing.

The Oval Snout

The snout is the most expressive part of the piglet. Use the pink yarn.

1. Round 1: Ch 5. Starting in the second chain from the hook, work: 3 sc, 3 sc in the last chain. Turning to work on the other side of the chain: 2 sc, 1 inc in the final stitch. (10)
2. Round 2: 1 inc, 2 sc, 3 inc, 2 sc, 2 inc. (16)
3. Round 3: 1 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc, (1 sc, 1 inc) x 3, 2 sc, (1 sc, 1 inc) x 2. (22)
4. Round 4: BLO 1 sc in each stitch around. (22) This creates the flat front of the snout.
5. Round 5: 1 sc in each stitch around. (22)
6. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Use a darker pink yarn to embroider two small vertical lines for the nostrils. Sew this between the eyes, centered and slightly lower.

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Triangular Piggy Ears

1. Round 1: MR, 6 sc. (6)
2. Round 2: *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (9)
3. Round 3: *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (12)
4. Round 4: *3 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (15)
5. Round 5: *4 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (18)
6. Rounds 6-8: 1 sc in each stitch around. (18)
7. Flatten the ears and work 1 sc through both layers to close. Do not stuff. Sew them to the sides of the head at round 7.

Body and Limb Construction

The body and legs are worked together to provide stability. We start from the feet and join them to form the torso. Use the pink yarn.

Legs and Lower Body

1. Round 1: MR, 6 sc. (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc. (12)
3. Round 3: *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (18)
4. Round 4: BLO 1 sc in each stitch around. (18) This forms the sole of the foot.
5. Rounds 5-10: 1 sc in each stitch around. (18)
6. Fasten off the first leg. Repeat for the second leg, but do not cut the yarn.
7. Round 11 (Joining): Ch 3 from the second leg and join to the first leg with a sc. Work 17 more sc around the first leg, 3 sc on the chain, 18 sc around the second leg, and 3 sc on the other side of the chain. (42)
8. Round 12: *6 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (48)
9. Rounds 13-20: 1 sc in each stitch around. (48)
10. Round 21: *6 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (42)
11. Round 22: BLO 1 sc in each stitch around. (42) Note: We will attach the skirt to these front loops later.
12. Round 23: *5 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (36)
13. Rounds 24-28: 1 sc in each stitch around. (36)
14. Round 29: *4 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (30)
15. Round 30: 1 sc in each stitch around. (30)
16. Round 31: *3 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (24)
17. Round 32: 1 sc in each stitch around. (24) Stuff the body firmly.
18. Round 33: *2 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (18)
19. Fasten off and leave a long tail to sew the head to the body.

Arms (Make 2)

1. Round 1: MR, 6 sc. (6)
2. Round 2: *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (9)
3. Rounds 3-18: 1 sc in each stitch around. (9)
4. Lightly stuff the bottom half of the arms. Flatten the top and sc through both layers. Sew them to the sides of the body at round 31.

The Royal Princess Dress

The dress is what gives this piglet her “Swan Lake” appeal. It consists of the bodice, the lace collar, and the embroidered skirt.

The Mint Green Skirt

Go back to the front loops of Round 22 on the body. Using mint green yarn:

1. Round 1: FLO join yarn, ch 2. Work 2 dc in each loop around. Join with sl st. (84)
2. Round 2: Ch 2, *1 dc, 1 inc* repeat around. Join. (126) This creates the wide, flared skirt seen in the image.
3. Rounds 3-12: 1 dc in each stitch around. (126)
4. Round 13: Using white yarn, work a simple sc edge or a shell stitch edge: *skip 1, 5 dc in next, skip 1, sl st in next*. Repeat around.

The Exquisite Lace Collar

This is a separate piece that is sewn onto the neckline after the head is attached. Use white yarn.

1. Row 1: Ch 26. Starting in second ch from hook, work 25 sc. Ch 1, turn.
2. Row 2: *Ch 3, skip 1, sc in next* repeat across. This creates the base loops for the lace.
3. Row 3: In each ch-3 loop, work: (1 sc, 1 hdc, 3 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc). This creates the beautiful scalloped lace edge.
4. Fasten off and wrap around the neck of the piglet. Sew the ends together at the back.

Embellishments: Roses and Swans

The details on the skirt and the crown are what set this design apart. Take your time with the embroidery to match the image accurately.

The Rose Crown (Make 5-7 roses)

Use red yarn for the flowers and moss green for the leaves.

1. Rose Pattern: Ch 20. In the second ch from hook, work 2 dc. In each remaining chain, work 3 dc. The strip will coil. Roll it into a rose shape and sew the base to secure.
2. Leaf Pattern: Ch 6. Starting in second ch from hook: 1 sl st, 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, 1 sl st. Ch 1 and work on the other side of the chain: 1 sl st, 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, 1 sl st.
3. Sew the roses and leaves into a circular wreath. Place it on the piglet’s head, encircling the ears.

Skirt Embroidery and Appliques

For the swans on the skirt, you can either embroider them directly using a satin stitch with white yarn or create tiny flat appliques.

1. Swan Applique (Make 2): MR, 6 sc. Ch 5 for the neck, work 4 sl st back down the chain. Sl st back into the MR. This creates a tiny silhouette. Use a tiny speck of black for the eye and orange for the beak.
2. Placement: Sew the swans onto the front of the skirt. Around them, embroider small red roses (using French knots) and tiny green leaves.

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The Royal Petal Wand

In the image, the piglet holds a decorative floral accessory. We will create a three-petaled royal wand.

1. The Stem: Ch 15 in tan or gold yarn. Work sl st back down the chain. (14)
2. Petals (Make 3): In cream or light pink yarn, Ch 4. In the second ch: 1 sc, 1 hdc, (1 dc, 1 tr, 1 dc) in the next ch, 1 hdc, 1 sc in the last.
3. Sew the three petals to the top of the stem and attach the wand to the piglet’s hand.

The Mini Swan Companion

This tiny pet is a perfect mirror of the piglet’s elegance. Use white yarn and a 2.0mm hook.

Swan Body and Head

1. Round 1: MR, 6 sc. (6)
2. Round 2: 6 inc. (12)
3. Round 3: *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat around. (18)
4. Rounds 4-6: 1 sc in each stitch around. (18)
5. Round 7: *1 sc, 1 dec* repeat around. (12) Stuff the body.
6. Round 8: 6 dec. (6)
7. The Neck: Do not fasten off. Ch 8. Starting in second ch, work 7 sc. Join back to the body. This forms the long neck.
8. The Head: At the top of the neck, work a small MR of 4 sc and sew it to the tip of the neck. Add a tiny orange beak.
9. The Crown: Use golden yellow yarn. Ch 4, join into a ring. *Ch 2, sl st in next* repeat around to create a spiked crown. Sew to the swan’s head.

Final Assembly and Finishing Touches

Now that all your components are ready, it is time for the final assembly. This is the stage where the character’s personality truly emerges.

1. Face Details: Use black embroidery thread to add thin, elegant eyelashes to the outer corners of the eyes. This is a subtle detail that matches the image perfectly.
2. Cheek Blush: Use a cotton swab and a tiny amount of pink cosmetic blush or a pastel pencil to add soft circles to the cheeks. This gives the piglet a sweet, youthful glow.
3. Setting the Pose: Ensure the head is sewn on straight but slightly tilted if you want a more curious expression. Sew the arms so they are reaching slightly forward.
4. Stiffening: If the lace collar or the rose crown feels too floppy, you can use a spray of fabric stiffener to help them hold their shape.

Your Rose & Swan Piglet is now complete! This project requires patience and attention to detail, but the result is a breathtaking amigurumi that captures the grace of a swan and the beauty of a rose garden. I hope you enjoyed this tutorial and that your new piglet princess brings joy to everyone who sees her. Happy crocheting!