There’s something simply magical about Christmas trains that chug their way around the base of a twinkling tree or across a mantle adorned with festive decor. 🚂✨ As a crochet enthusiast, the idea of creating a Christmas train pattern holds a particular charm. Imagine the delightful whimsy of crafting each tiny car, from the cheerful engine to the caboose loaded with gifts. Each little piece is a work of art, woven with care and creativity. The beauty lies in the ability to infuse a piece of yourself into each stitch, bringing to life a train that not only reflects the spirit of the season but is also a testament to the love and joy of handmade crafts.
Creating a crochet train pattern is like embarking on an imaginative journey. It begins with selecting the perfect yarn, where colors must evoke warmth and wonder—perhaps a rich red, evergreen, or snowy white. The process is both thoughtful and playful, as you decide on designs for each car and their little details. Crafting these mini locomotives is a meditative process, allowing one to lose oneself in the rhythm of the hook and yarn. With each completed piece, there’s a sense of accomplishment, and soon enough, the whole train comes together, ready to chug along in festive delight. 🚂💚 There’s no limit to creativity, making these crocheted trains a beloved project for the holiday season.
🚂 Amigurumi Christmas Train Crochet Pattern
Bring holiday cheer to your home with this festive Amigurumi Christmas Train! With peppermint-striped colors, cozy details, and classic Christmas charm, this handmade locomotive is perfect as a centerpiece, toy, or treasured holiday decoration.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, shaping, and structured assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 30 cm (12 inches) long and 18 cm (7 inches) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (Worsted weight):
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Red (Main engine body)
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Green (Stripes, wheels)
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White (Front, roof)
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Gold/yellow (Bell, lamp rim)
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Black (Wheel centers)
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Optional: Metallic thread for shine
Other Supplies:
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Cardboard or plastic canvas (for structural base)
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Small bell or button for extra charm
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Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase
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dec – Decrease
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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BLO – Back Loop Only
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FO – Fasten Off
🚆 Engine Cylinder (Main Body – Red and Green Stripes)
Alternate colors every 2 rounds:
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With white, MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–36. sc around (36), alternating red and green every 2 rounds
FO, leave long tail for sewing. Stuff firmly.
🏠 Cab (Back of Train – Red)
Base Panel (Make 1):
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Ch 16, turn
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sc across 15, ch 1, turn (15)
3–10. sc across (15)
FO.
Side Panels (Make 2):
Ch 10, turn, work 8 rows of sc (9 sts across), FO.
Roof (Make 1 – White):
Ch 18, turn.
Work 8 rows of sc across.
FO. Attach green holly leaves and sew to top of cab.
Sew all cab pieces into a box shape and attach to one end of the engine cylinder.
🔔 Chimney (Red and Green Candy Stripe)
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MR with red, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18), alternate red and green -
dec x6 (12)
8–10. sc around (12)
FO and stuff. Attach to top front of the train.
Top Globe:
With red, MR, 6 sc
2. inc x6 (12)
3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–5. sc around
6. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
7. dec x6 (6), FO
Stuff lightly and sew on top of chimney.
🎡 Wheels (Make 6 – Green with Red Centers)
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With red, MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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Switch to green: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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sc around (24)
FO, flatten, and attach evenly along sides of train.
Optional: Add a cardboard disc inside each wheel for sturdiness.
🔔 Bell (Gold)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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sc around
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dec x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
FO, sew between cab and chimney.
🔦 Front Grille (Red)
Ch 18, turn.
Row 1: sc across
Rows 2–4: sc across
FO and fan out the strip into a semi-circle, then sew to front base of the engine.
🧵 Final Assembly
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Attach cab to back of train
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Sew chimney and globe to top front
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Stitch wheels evenly on both sides
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Position bell and lamp in front of cab
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Add a white cotton cord as a pull string if desired
💡 Customization Ideas
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Add little presents or a candy cane in the cab for decoration
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Embroider stars, snowflakes, or initials on the sides
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Make a few train cars to follow behind with string connectors
This Christmas train brings joyful nostalgia and warmth to any festive display. All aboard the handmade holiday express! 🎄🚂
