Bring a touch of warmth and creativity to your crafting corner with the Crocheted Grandma Pin Cushion! This charming project isn’t just a delightful way to store your sewing pins—it’s also a sweet, decorative piece full of personality. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or a confident beginner looking for a fun amigurumi-style challenge, this step-by-step tutorial will guide you through creating your very own miniature grandma.
From her dainty red dress to her tiny wire cane and pearl earrings, every detail adds character. This project is perfect for using up leftover yarn and playing with color combinations and cute accessories. The updated pattern ensures your little grandma stands steady and proud, ready to lend a hand (or a pin!) as you craft.
What You’ll Need
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4 mm crochet hook (G)
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Assorted scrap yarn: skin tone, red, gray, brown, white, black
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Polyfill or stuffing
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Safety eyes (size to fit behind small doll glasses)
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Miniature eyeglasses and flat-back pearl beads (for accessories)
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Craft wire (for her cane)
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Hot glue gun (optional but handy for hair and base)
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Felt or foam sheet (to stabilize the base)
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Stitch marker, yarn needle, and scissors
Crocheted Grandma Pin Cushion
Why You’ll Love This Project
The Crocheted Grandma Pin Cushion is more than just an accessory—it’s a joyful expression of creativity and a unique way to keep your sewing pins organized. It’s also a fantastic way to explore amigurumi techniques while making something heartfelt, functional, and gift-worthy.
Yarn & Color Suggestions
One of the best parts about this pattern is how little yarn it requires—making it perfect for using up scraps from your stash!
Suggested Yarn Types:
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Red Heart Soft – Great for the dress and shawl with its smooth texture and wide color range.
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Craft Smart Value – Budget-friendly and ideal for the body and accessories.
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Caron Simply Soft – Excellent choice for the face, arms, and skin tone due to its softness and sheen.
Color Palette Ideas:
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Classic Granny: Red dress, brown shawl, gray hair, peach or tan skin.
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Holiday Granny: Sparkly green or red dress, white trim, silver hair.
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Vintage Chic: Muted mauve dress, cream hair, navy shawl.
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Modern Fun: Bright pink dress, lavender shawl, white hair for a whimsical look.
Feel free to mix and match colors—this pattern is very forgiving and encourages personalization. Why not create a whole collection of stylish grandmas?
Download the Pattern PDF
Want to save the pattern for later or print it out?
Click below to download the complete PDF with step-by-step instructions:
Watch the Video Tutorial Below 🎥
If you’d like visual guidance as you crochet, we’ve included the full explanatory video below. It walks you through every step of the process, from the magic ring to the final touches like the pearl earrings and cane.
Happy crocheting! 🧓❤️🧵
Let your imagination shine, one stitch at a time.
