Crochet Tutorial: Lovely White Goose in Pink Gingham Dress – Free Crochet Pattern

This elegant crochet goose doll is designed with a soft spring palette, a long white neck, a rounded head, slim wings, mustard yellow beak and feet, and a pastel pink gingham-inspired dress with floral details. It has the charming look of a handmade heirloom plush, giftable nursery decor piece, and collectible amigurumi doll for boutique toy lovers.

The finished set also includes the sweet accessories shown in the image: a ruffled bonnet with ribbon ties, a straw-style summer hat, floral sandals, a tiny shoulder bag, a flower basket, and a miniature watering can. It is ideal for shoppers searching for handmade goose doll decor, cottagecore nursery gifts, spring crochet toys, and artisan amigurumi collectibles.

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Pattern Notes

This pattern is written in US English using standard amigurumi abbreviations. Work most body parts in continuous rounds unless a round-ending instruction says otherwise.

The design is carefully shaped to match the image: a large rounded goose head, elongated neck, pear-shaped body hidden under the dress, slim lightly curved wings, backward-set legs, flat triangular webbed feet, and multiple pastel floral accessories.

For the neatest result, use a hook slightly smaller than usual for your yarn. Tight stitches help the doll keep its smooth shape and prevent stuffing from showing through.

• Skill level: Advanced beginner to intermediate
• Construction: Head and neck made first, body joined below, wings and legs sewn on, dress made separately and fitted to body, accessories added last
• Finished goose size: About 13 to 15 inches tall seated/reclined depending on yarn, hook, and tension

Materials

• Main yarn: White, light beige/cream, mustard yellow
• Dress yarn: Soft pink, mint green, white
• Accessory yarn: Brown, tan, pale blue, lilac, pastel yellow, pastel pink
• Optional ribbon: Narrow white satin ribbon for bonnet ties
• Hook: 2.25 mm to 3.0 mm depending on yarn weight
• Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
• Eyes: Black embroidery floss
• Needle: Tapestry needle for sewing and embroidery
• Markers, scissors, pins

Abbreviations

• MR = magic ring
• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• inc = 2 sc in same stitch
• dec = invisible decrease
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• blo = back loop only
• flo = front loop only
• st = stitch
• sts = stitches
• rep = repeat

Gauge and Proportion Guidance

The image shows a smooth, tightly stitched amigurumi finish. The head is large compared to the body, and the neck is long and slightly tilted, giving the goose a gentle sleepy character.

The dress is not body-hugging. It falls like a soft A-line skirt over a hidden rounded torso. The wings are narrow and simple, while the visual focus comes from the bonnet, floral trim, pastel dress patterning, and tiny cottagecore accessories.

• Head width: about 1.25 times the body width visible above the dress
• Neck: long cylinder, lightly stuffed, slightly bent during assembly
• Legs: slim and set toward lower body front
• Feet: flat, splayed, triangular webbed look
• Dress hem: wide enough to drape over seated body
• Bonnet brim: large and framing the full face

Color Placement Overview

• Head, neck, body, wings: white
• Beak and feet: mustard yellow
• Dress: pink base with mint checks/blocks and white hem trim
• Bag: cream base with pink and mint floral embroidery/crochet appliqués
• Bonnet: outer white ruffle, light gray inner crown, white ribbon ties
• Hat: beige/tan with floral band
• Sandals: cream with pink flowers and mint leaves
• Basket: brown with pastel flowers
• Watering can: cream with pale blue rose-like spout detail

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Goose Head

Using white yarn.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) x6. (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6. (24)
5. Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x6. (30)
6. Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x6. (36)
7. Round 7: (5 sc, inc) x6. (42)
8. Round 8: (6 sc, inc) x6. (48)
9. Rounds 9-16: sc around. (48)
10. Round 17: (6 sc, dec) x6. (42)
11. Round 18: sc around. (42)
12. Round 19: (5 sc, dec) x6. (36)
13. Round 20: (4 sc, dec) x6. (30)

Begin stuffing firmly, especially the top and sides, but keep the lower opening slightly softer so the neck can be attached neatly.

1. Round 21: (3 sc, dec) x6. (24)
2. Round 22: sc around. (24)

Fasten off only if you prefer sewing the neck separately. For the cleanest shape, continue directly into the neck.

Beak

Using mustard yellow yarn.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) x6. (18)
4. Round 4: sc around. (18)
5. Round 5: (sc, dec) x6. (12)
6. Round 6: sc around. (12)

Stuff lightly at the tip only. Flatten slightly so the upper side stays rounded and the underside looks softer.

Sew the beak centered on the lower front of the face, spanning about rounds 11 to 17 of the head. It should protrude clearly and angle gently downward, matching the image.

Neck

Using white yarn. If continuing from the head opening of 24 stitches, first reduce for a slimmer neck.

1. Round 1: (2 sc, dec) x6. (18)
2. Round 2: sc around. (18)
3. Round 3: (sc, dec) x6. (12)
4. Rounds 4-20: sc around. (12)

Stuff the neck lightly but evenly. Do not overstuff. The neck in the image is slim and slightly flexible, not rigidly straight.

To help the neck keep a gentle bend, add stuffing in small amounts and massage it downward. You may insert a soft support if desired, but it is not required.

Body

Using white yarn. The body is mostly hidden under the dress, so shape matters more than decorative detail. It should be rounded, pear-like, and broad enough to support the skirt.

Join the body to the neck by crocheting directly from the neck base, or make separately and sew on. Direct continuation gives the smoothest result.

1. Round 1: From neck base, inc in each st around. (24)
2. Round 2: (3 sc, inc) x6. (30)
3. Round 3: (4 sc, inc) x6. (36)
4. Round 4: (5 sc, inc) x6. (42)
5. Rounds 5-9: sc around. (42)
6. Round 10: (5 sc, dec) x6. (36)
7. Round 11: sc around. (36)
8. Round 12: (4 sc, dec) x6. (30)
9. Round 13: sc around. (30)
10. Round 14: (3 sc, dec) x6. (24)

Stuff firmly at the lower body and medium-firm at the upper body. The doll reclines in the image, so the back can be slightly flatter than the front.

1. Round 15: (2 sc, dec) x6. (18)
2. Round 16: (sc, dec) x6. (12)
3. Round 17: dec x6. (6)

Fasten off and close.

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Wings x2

Using white yarn. The wings are slim tubes, lightly curved, and attached low on the side seam area so they rest naturally along the dress.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: (sc, inc) x3. (9)
3. Round 3: sc around. (9)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x3. (12)
5. Rounds 5-11: sc around. (12)
6. Round 12: (2 sc, dec) x3. (9)
7. Rounds 13-15: sc around. (9)

Flatten the open edge. Do not overstuff. Add only a trace of stuffing near the upper half if needed.

Sew wings on each side of the upper body, just below the neck join. Angle them slightly downward and forward so they visually fall along the front sides of the dress.

Legs x2

Start with mustard yellow for feet section, then change to white or keep mustard depending on preference. In the image, the visible leg area is minimal, so a slim white or pale leg above the feet works well.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rounds 2-8: sc around. (6)

Stuff lightly. Leave a long tail for sewing.

Webbed Feet x2

Using mustard yellow yarn. The feet should look broad, flat, and slightly triangular, with a soft amigurumi duck-foot profile.

1. Row 1: ch 7
2. Row 2: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch, working on opposite side sc 4, inc in last st. (14)
3. Row 3: inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc. (20)
4. Row 4: sc around. (20)

Now create the webbed shaping.

1. Round 5: sl st, ch 2, dc, hdc in next, sl st in next, ch 2, dc, hdc in next, sl st in next, ch 2, dc, hdc in next, sl st around remaining sts to end.

Fasten off with long tail. Lightly stuff only at the heel edge if needed, but keep the front flat.

Sew each leg to the heel area of one foot. Then sew legs to lower front of body, spaced so the feet angle outward as shown in the photo.

Dress Bodice and Skirt

The dress in the image reads as a pastel pink gingham-style crochet dress with mint accents and a white lace hem. The texture is soft and handmade rather than sharply geometric. To match that look, this pattern uses alternating pastel blocks and puff-like details to mimic gingham and floral texture.

Make the dress separately, then dress the goose before attaching final accessories.

Bodice Foundation

Using pink yarn.

1. Row 1: ch 31
2. Row 2: starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc across. (30)
3. Row 3: ch 1, turn, sc across. (30)
4. Row 4: ch 1, turn, 5 sc, ch 1, skip 1, 18 sc, ch 1, skip 1, 5 sc. (30 including chain spaces)
5. Row 5: ch 1, turn, sc across, working 1 sc in each ch-1 space. (30)

Wrap around the upper body to check fit. The bodice should sit slightly loose, not tight.

Join Bodice

Fold so the short ends meet at back. Sl st or sew together. Turn so the seam stays at the back center.

Skirt Setup

Work around bottom edge of bodice.

1. Round 1: Attach pink yarn, sc evenly around bottom edge, placing about 42 sc total. (42)
2. Round 2: (6 sc, inc) x6. (48)
3. Round 3: sc around. (48)

Gingham-Style Stripe Sequence

This section creates the pink-and-mint checked impression seen in the image. Change colors as noted. Carry yarn neatly or fasten off between color blocks if preferred.

1. Round 4: In pink, sc around. (48)
2. Round 5: In mint, (3 sc, puff st) x12. (48 including puff placement)
3. Round 6: In pink, sc around. (48)
4. Round 7: In pink, (7 sc, inc) x6. (54)
5. Round 8: In mint, sc around. (54)
6. Round 9: In pink, (4 sc, puff st, 4 sc) x6. (54)
7. Round 10: In pink, sc around. (54)
8. Round 11: In mint, (8 sc, inc) x6. (60)
9. Round 12: In pink, sc around. (60)
10. Round 13: In mint, (4 sc, puff st, 5 sc) x6. (60)
11. Round 14: In pink, sc around. (60)
12. Round 15: In pink, (9 sc, inc) x6. (66)
13. Round 16: In mint, sc around. (66)
14. Round 17: In pink, (5 sc, puff st, 5 sc) x6. (66)
15. Round 18: In pink, sc around. (66)

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The skirt should now flare gently. The mint puff details imitate the dotted floral checks visible in the dress.

White Lower Border

Attach white yarn at hem.

1. Round 19: sc around in blo. (66)
2. Round 20: (2 sc, inc) around. (88)
3. Round 21: shell edge = (skip 1, 5 dc in next, skip 1, sl st in next) rep around

This creates the soft white ruffled lower edge seen peeking out beneath the dress.

Shoulder Straps / Upper Finishing

If needed, add two tiny straps or shaping rows at the top front to imitate the neat bib-like look of the dress front. The image shows decorative flowers near one shoulder area, which helps soften the bodice line.

Dress Flowers x3

Make small flowers for the upper bodice and bag.

Using pink for petals.

1. Round 1: 5 sc in MR
2. Round 2: (sl st, ch 2, 2 dc, sl st) in each st around to form 5 petals

Fasten off. Add a tiny French knot or a small embroidered center using pale yellow or matching pink.

Make at least 3 for the dress front and more for accessories.

Bonnet

The bonnet frames the whole goose face with a soft, deep brim. The inside appears pale gray, while the outer edge is finished in white ruffles. A white satin ribbon ties below the beak.

Bonnet Crown

Using light gray yarn.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) x6. (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6. (24)
5. Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x6. (30)
6. Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x6. (36)
7. Round 7: (5 sc, inc) x6. (42)
8. Round 8: (6 sc, inc) x6. (48)
9. Rounds 9-13: sc around. (48)

Test over the goose head. It should cup the head comfortably without squeezing.

Bonnet Brim

1. Round 14: In white, working in flo, (7 sc, inc) x6. (54)
2. Round 15: sc around. (54)
3. Round 16: (8 sc, inc) x6. (60)
4. Round 17: sc around. (60)
5. Round 18: (9 sc, inc) x6. (66)
6. Round 19: sc around. (66)
7. Round 20: (10 sc, inc) x6. (72)

Ruffled Edge

1. Round 21: (sl st in next st, ch 3, 3 dc in same st, sl st in next st) rep around

Fasten off. Weave in ends carefully.

Thread a white satin ribbon through stitches near the lower bonnet sides or sew ribbon to each side. Tie into a bow under the beak.

Straw-Style Hat

The separate hat is a wide-brim summer hat in tan with a floral band. It lies beside the goose in the image and should look slightly structured.

Using beige or straw-colored yarn.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) x6. (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6. (24)
5. Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x6. (30)
6. Round 6: (4 sc, inc) x6. (36)
7. Round 7: (5 sc, inc) x6. (42)
8. Round 8: (6 sc, inc) x6. (48)
9. Rounds 9-13: sc around. (48)

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This forms the crown.

1. Round 14: working in flo, (7 sc, inc) x6. (54)
2. Round 15: sc around. (54)
3. Round 16: (8 sc, inc) x6. (60)
4. Round 17: sc around. (60)
5. Round 18: (9 sc, inc) x6. (66)
6. Round 19: sc around. (66)
7. Round 20: crab stitch or sl st edge around for firmness

For the floral hatband, embroider or sew a narrow printed ribbon if desired. If keeping fully crocheted, make a chain strip in pink, green, and cream, then sew around the base of crown.

Crossbody Bag

The small shoulder bag is cream with floral trim and a long strap crossing the goose body diagonally.

Using cream yarn.

Front and Back Panels x2

1. Row 1: ch 9
2. Row 2: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (8)
3. Rows 3-8: ch 1, turn, sc across. (8)

Round the flap edge by adding a soft curved seam during sewing, or crochet one extra flap piece.

Flap

1. Row 1: ch 9
2. Row 2: sc across. (8)
3. Row 3: dec, 4 sc, dec. (6)
4. Row 4: dec, 2 sc, dec. (4)
5. Row 5: dec x2. (2)

Sew flap to back panel. Sew front and back together on three sides.

Strap

1. ch 45 to 55 depending on doll size
2. Row 2: sl st back along chain

Sew strap to both sides of bag.

Bag Flowers and Leaves

Make 2 or 3 tiny flowers using the same flower pattern. Add small mint leaves with:

1. ch 4, sl st in 2nd ch, sc in next, hdc in last

Sew flowers and leaves onto the front of the bag.

Sandals x2

The sandals are cream with open toes and a floral strap. They should be made to slip onto the goose feet as decorative accessories.

Using cream yarn.

Sole

1. Row 1: ch 6
2. Row 2: starting in 2nd ch, sc 4, 3 sc in last ch, sc 3 on opposite side, inc in last. (12)
3. Row 3: inc, 3 sc, 3 inc, 3 sc, 2 inc. (18)
4. Row 4: sc around. (18)

Upper Strap

Attach yarn across mid-foot.

1. Row 1: ch 1, sc 6 across one side of sandal
2. Row 2: turn, sc 6
3. Row 3: turn, sc 6

Fasten off and sew both ends securely. Add one small pink flower and mint leaf to each sandal strap.

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Flower Basket

The basket is small, round, brown, and filled with pastel flowers.

Using brown yarn.

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) x6. (18)
4. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6. (24)
5. Round 5: blo sc around. (24)
6. Rounds 6-9: sc around. (24)

For handle:

1. Attach yarn at one rim side, ch 18, attach opposite side with sl st, sc back across chain, fasten off

Make 5 to 7 mini flowers in pastel shades and sew or lightly tack inside basket.

Watering Can

The miniature watering can is cream with a curved handle and spout. The blue flower-like end detail can be made as a tiny puff or spiral embellishment.

Using cream yarn.

Main Body

1. Round 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Round 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) x6. (18)
4. Rounds 4-7: sc around. (18)
5. Round 8: (sc, dec) x6. (12)

Fasten off, leaving top open. Lightly stuff if you want it to hold shape, or leave unstuffed for a hollow look.

Spout

1. Round 1: 4 sc in MR. (4)
2. Rounds 2-8: sc around. (4)

Lightly stuff or leave empty. Sew to one side front, angled upward.

Handle

1. ch 10
2. sl st back across

Sew from upper back to side.

Blue Rose End Detail

Using pale blue yarn.

1. ch 8
2. 2 dc in 3rd ch from hook and in each remaining ch
3. roll into tiny spiral rose and sew to spout tip or side opening

Facial Embroidery

The face is intentionally simple and sleepy. The eyes are closed curved embroidered lines placed above the beak sides. No visible nostril detail is necessary.

• Eye placement: Centered horizontally across the face, above the beak midpoint
• Eye style: Embroider a soft downward curve with 3 to 4 stitches each
• Expression: Gentle and calm, matching the peaceful cottagecore styling

Do not make the eyes too large. Small embroidered lines give the doll the exact soft expression seen in the image.

Floral Placement Details

For the most accurate visual match, place small pink flowers in three key areas: the dress upper front, the bag front, and the sandal straps. Mint leaves should be sparse and soft, not crowded.

• Dress front: cluster 2 to 3 flowers near the upper chest/strap area
• Bag: one larger pink flower with smaller accent flowers
• Sandals: one flower each
• Basket: mixed pastel blossoms

How to Dress the Goose

1. Slide dress onto body from bottom if opening allows, or secure it around body if the back seam remains open.
2. Position dress so hem spreads naturally and covers most of body.
3. Sew or pin flowers to upper bodice.
4. Place crossbody bag diagonally from shoulder to opposite hip.
5. Tie bonnet under beak with a neat white bow.
6. Set hat, basket, sandals, and watering can beside the doll or attach lightly for display styling.

Shaping Tips for an Accurate Look

The image has a soft photography-styled finish, so shaping matters as much as stitch counts. Take a little extra time to adjust the head angle, neck bend, and dress drape.

• Head: keep very round and smooth
• Neck: slightly angled, not straight upright
• Beak: centered and a little prominent
• Body: hidden but stable enough for reclining pose
• Feet: flat and outward-facing
• Bonnet: large enough to frame the whole head

Optional Blocking and Finishing

Light steaming is helpful only for separate accessories such as the hat brim, bag flap, and sandal soles. Avoid steaming the stuffed head directly.

If your dress flares too stiffly, gently soften it with hand shaping. If it collapses too much, use slightly tighter tension on the skirt rounds.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Attach the beak first, then embroider the eyes once the bonnet is tested on the head. Sew the wings low and narrow. Fix the legs so the feet extend from beneath the dress at a natural angle. Add the floral trims last so they stay balanced and visible.

Care Notes

Display indoors away from long hours of direct sun. Spot clean when possible. If gifting to a child, secure every sewn detail firmly, especially flowers, strap attachments, and small accessories.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Head firmly stuffed and smooth
• Neck softly stuffed with gentle curve
• Beak centered
• Eyes embroidered evenly
• Dress flared and straight
• Bonnet tied neatly
• Bag strap balanced across body
• Sandals, hat, basket, and watering can completed

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Use a damp cloth and mild soap for surface cleaning. Do not machine wash if the doll includes ribbon, flowers, and structured accessories. Store flat or seated in a dust-free space. For long-term preservation, wrap in clean cotton fabric and keep away from humidity.