Bring the gentle charm of a Deer to life with this Amigurumi Deer crochet pattern! 🦌✨ With its delicate features, soft fur, and graceful stance, this design captures the essence of this beloved woodland creature in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a nature-inspired décor piece, a heartfelt gift, or simply love deer-themed amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.
Designed for crocheters of all skill levels, this pattern allows for customization in antler shapes, fur textures, and even tiny accessories like embroidered markings or a miniature forest setting to enhance its personality. Choose classic warm browns and creams for a realistic look or experiment with pastel hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a woodland setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi deer is sure to impress.
Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this graceful forest dweller to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🦌 Amigurumi Deer Crochet Pattern
This adorable amigurumi deer, with its gentle expression and charming antlers, makes the perfect woodland friend! Ideal for nursery decor, woodland-themed gifts, or seasonal holiday crafts.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves shaping, color changes, and crocheting small parts like antlers.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 8–10 inches (20–25 cm) tall with worsted weight yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn in:
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Light brown (main body and antlers)
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White (belly, face patch, ears)
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Dark brown (hooves, nose)
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2.5–3.5 mm crochet hook
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10–12 mm safety eyes
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Black embroidery thread (for eyelashes, optional)
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Stitch marker
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Tapestry needle
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Polyfill stuffing
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🦌 Head (light brown with white patch)
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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)
6–13. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
— Insert safety eyes between Rounds 8–9, spaced 6–7 stitches apart
— Stuff firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO and close
White Face Patch
Make a small oval:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18), FO and sew to center front of head
Nose (dark brown)
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MR, 4 sc
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inc x4 (8)
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sc around, FO and sew at tip of snout
🦌 Body (start with white, switch to brown)
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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)
6–9. sc around (30)
— Switch to light brown
10–15. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
— Stuff firmly -
dec x6 (6), FO and close
🐾 Legs (make 2 – dark brown → light brown)
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With dark brown: 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 (18)
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Switch to light brown: sc around (18)
6–12. sc around (18)
Stuff and sew to base of body
🐾 Arms (make 2 – dark brown → light brown)
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With dark brown: MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around (12) -
Switch to light brown
6–10. sc around (12)
Stuff lightly and sew to upper sides of body
🦌 Ears (make 2 – inner white, outer brown)
Inner (white):
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
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sc around (9), FO
Outer (brown):
Repeat as above but do not FO. Hold white inner on back and sc through both layers. Flatten and sew to sides of head.
🦌 Antlers (make 2 – light brown)
Base:
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MR, 5 sc
2–5. sc around (5), FO
Branches:
Make 2–3 small tubes: MR, 4 sc, 3 rounds
Sew onto main antler. Sew both antlers to top of head.
🐾 Tail (light brown)
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–4. sc around (9), FO
Stuff lightly and sew to back of body
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Use black thread to embroider small lashes beside the eyes if desired.
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Embroider small white V-shapes or dots on the back for a spotted fawn look.
This little woodland deer is sure to become a treasured handmade companion for all ages! 🦌🍂
