Create Your Favorite Anime Characters with Crochet
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Making the Arms
- 2.1. Round 1: Making 6 Single Crochets
- 2.2. Round 2: Making 2 Double Crochets and an Increase
- 2.3. Round 3: Making 8 Single Crochets
- 2.4. Round 4: Starting with White and Making 8 Single Crochets
- 2.5. Rounds 5-10: Making 8 Single Crochets
- 2.6. Round 11: Folding the Arm and Joining with 4 Single Crochets
- Making the Legs
- 3.1. Round 1: Making 6 Single Crochets in Black
- 3.2. Round 2: Making 6 Increases
- 3.3. Round 3: Making a Single Crochet and an Increase Six Times
- 3.4. Changing to Brown and Making 18 Single Crochets
- 3.5. Round 6: Making 5 Single Crochets, Four Decreases, and 5 Single Crochets
- 3.6. Round 7: Making 5 Single Crochets, Two Decreases, and 5 Single Crochets
- 3.7. Rounds 8-12: Making 12 Low Points with Black
- Joining the Legs and Making the Body
- 4.1. Joining the Legs with 24 Single Stitches
- 4.2. Rounds 13-21: Making Various Single Crochets and Decreases
- 4.3. Attaching the Arms and Sewing the Body
- 4.4. Making the Collar of the Shirt
- Making the Head and Hair
- 5.1. Making the Hair with Red Yarn
- 5.2. Rounds 1-4: Increasing and Decreasing
- 5.3. Creating the Strands and Braiding the Hair
- 5.4. Gluing the Hair and Adding the Tie and Belt
- Conclusion
Making Makima from Chainsaw Man: A Step-by-Step Tutorial
Makima from Chainsaw Man is a popular character among amigurumi enthusiasts. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of creating your very own Makima doll. From making the arms and legs to assembling the body and adding the finishing touches, this tutorial will provide you with all the information you need to bring Makima to life. So grab your crochet hooks and let's get started!
1. Introduction
Before we dive into the details, let's take a moment to introduce Makima. Makima is a character from the manga and anime series Chainsaw Man. She is known for her distinct appearance and unique personality. By following this tutorial, you will be able to create an adorable amigurumi version of Makima that you can proudly display or gift to a fellow Chainsaw Man fan.
2. Making the Arms
To begin our Makima doll, we will first create the arms. Follow these steps to make the arms:
2.1. Round 1: Making 6 Single Crochets
Start by making a magic ring and crochet 6 single crochets in skin color.
2.2. Round 2: Making 2 Double Crochets and an Increase
In the second round, make 2 double crochets and then increase twice by making two single crochets in each stitch.
2.3. Round 3: Making 8 Single Crochets
Crochet 8 single crochets in the third round.
2.4. Round 4: Starting with White and Making 8 Single Crochets
Switch to white yarn and make a slip stitch. Then, crochet 8 single crochets.
2.5. Rounds 5-10: Making 8 Single Crochets
Continue making 8 single crochets in each round until round 10.
2.6. Round 11: Folding the Arm and Joining with 4 Single Crochets
Fold the arm in half and join with 4 single crochets. This will give the arm a rounded shape. Secure the thread and cut.
3. Making the Legs
Next, let's move on to creating the legs. Follow these steps to make the legs:
3.1. Round 1: Making 6 Single Crochets in Black
Make a magic ring and crochet 6 single crochets in black yarn.
3.2. Round 2: Making 6 Increases
In the second round, make 6 increases by crocheting two single crochets in each stitch.
3.3. Round 3: Making a Single Crochet and an Increase Six Times
Crochet a single crochet and an increase six times in the third round.
3.4. Changing to Brown and Making 18 Single Crochets
Switch to brown yarn by making a slip stitch and continue crocheting 18 single crochets.
3.5. Round 6: Making 5 Single Crochets, Four Decreases, and 5 Single Crochets
In the sixth round, crochet 5 single crochets, four decreases, and 5 single crochets.
3.6. Round 7: Making 5 Single Crochets, Two Decreases, and 5 Single Crochets
Crochet 5 single crochets, two decreases, and 5 single crochets in the seventh round. Close the round and cut the brown thread.
3.7. Rounds 8-12: Making 12 Low Points with Black
Switch back to black yarn and crochet 12 low points in each round from round 8 to round 12.
4. Joining the Legs and Making the Body
Now, let's join the legs and create the body of our Makima doll. Follow these steps:
4.1. Joining the Legs with 24 Single Stitches
In round 13, join both legs with 24 single stitches in total, making 12 single stitches on each leg. Be sure to keep the legs positioned correctly as you crochet.
4.2. Rounds 13-21: Making Various Single Crochets and Decreases
Crochet various single crochets and decreases in rounds 13 to 21 to shape the body of the doll. Follow the pattern mentioned in the tutorial to achieve the desired shape.
4.3. Attaching the Arms and Sewing the Body
Attach the arms to the body by positioning them on the sides. Sew them securely in place. Continue crocheting round 23, joining the arms to the body. Once the body is complete, leave a thread to sew the body closed.
4.4. Making the Collar of the Shirt
To give our Makima doll a finished look, we will create a collar for her shirt. Follow these steps:
- Start by making a chain of 23 stitches.
- From the third chain from the needle, make a double crochet in the next stitch.
- Make a double crochet increase in the next stitch.
- Continue by making 14 half double crochets.
- Make a double crochet increase, followed by a double crochet and two chains.
- Join to the final chain and close the collar.
- Leave a thread to sew the collar onto the body.
5. Making the Head and Hair
It's time to work on Makima's head and her iconic hair. Follow these steps:
5.1. Making the Hair with Red Yarn
Start by making a magic ring for the hair and crochet 6 single crochets in the first round.
5.2. Rounds 1-4: Increasing and Decreasing
Follow the pattern of increasing and decreasing in rounds 1 to 4 to shape the hair. Use red yarn throughout these rounds.
5.3. Creating the Strands and Braiding the Hair
Divide the hair into strands and braid them. Sew the ends of the braids to secure them. This will create Makima's signature hairstyle.
5.4. Gluing the Hair and Adding the Tie and Belt
Use fabric glue to attach the hair to the head, ensuring it is secure and in the desired position. Add a tie and belt to give Makima her complete look.
6. Conclusion
Congratulations! You have successfully created your own Makima doll from Chainsaw Man. Feel free to customize the doll by adding additional details or accessories as desired. We hope you enjoyed this tutorial and that your Makima doll brings joy to your amigurumi collection.