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Amigurumi Elephant – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Elephant – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Bring the gentle charm of an Elephant to life with this Amigurumi Elephant crochet pattern! 🐘✨ With its floppy ears, curved trunk, and sturdy stance, this design captures the essence of this beloved creature in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a wildlife-inspired décor piece, a heartfelt gift, or simply love elephant-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 ear shapes, body textures, and even tiny accessories like embroidered details or a miniature jungle setting to enhance its personality. Choose classic grays for a realistic look or experiment with pastel hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a nature-themed setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi elephant is sure to impress.

Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this gentle giant to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨

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🐘 Amigurumi Elephant – FREE Crochet Pattern

This adorable amigurumi elephant is full of charm, with oversized ears, chubby feet, and a cute trunk to match. Perfect for nursery decor, baby gifts, or anyone who loves sweet handmade animals.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Features shaping, color changes, and sewn-on parts.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Yarn (Worsted Weight):

    • Color A: Grey (Main body)

    • Color B: Pink (Belly, feet pads, inner ears)

    • Small amounts of white (Tusks) and black (Eyebrows/mouth if embroidered)

  • 3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook

  • 10–12 mm safety eyes

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Tapestry needle

  • Stitch marker

  • Optional: strands of yarn for hair tuft

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single Crochet

  • inc – Increase

  • dec – Decrease

  • sl st – Slip Stitch

  • ch – Chain

  • FO – Fasten Off

  • BLO – Back Loops Only

🔽 Pattern Instructions

🐘 Head

With Color A:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)

  7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
    8–17. sc around (42)

  8. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)

  9. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  10. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  11. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  12. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  13. dec x6 (6)
    Stuff firmly, FO and close.

🐘 Trunk

With Color A:

  1. MR, 6 sc
    2–4. sc around (6)

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
    6–10. sc around (9)

  3. (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
    12–15. sc around (12)
    FO and sew to center of face just below the eyes. Curve slightly downward.

🧺 Body

Start with Color B for belly patch:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. Switch to Color A

  6. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  7. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    8–16. sc around (36)

  8. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  9. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  10. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  11. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  12. dec x6 (6)
    Stuff and FO

🐘 Arms (Make 2)

Start with Color B for hand:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–4. sc around

  3. Switch to Color A
    6–12. sc around
    Stuff lightly and FO. Sew to upper body sides.

🐘 Legs (Make 2)

With Color B (foot pad):

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. BLO sc around

  5. Switch to Color A
    6–12. sc around
    Stuff and sew to base of body.

🐘 Ears (Make 2 Outer + 2 Inner)

Outer (Color A):

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    FO

Inner (Color B):
Work same as outer, then sew to the inner part of the grey outer ear. Flatten both and sew to either side of head.

🐘 Tail (Optional)

With Color A:

  • ch 10, sl st back down, FO

  • Sew to back of body and add a tassel with scrap yarn.

🦷 Tusks (Make 2)

With White Yarn:

  1. MR, 4 sc

  2. sc around

  3. inc in one st (5)

  4. sc around, FO

  • Sew to sides of trunk

🎀 Top Hair Tuft (Optional)

  • Cut small strands of yarn and loop into top of head using a latch hook or tapestry needle

  • Trim to desired length

✂️ Finishing Touches

  • Attach head to body securely

  • Position arms and legs so elephant sits flat

  • Embroider any details like eyebrows or stitches on belly

  • Weave in all ends

💡 Customization Ideas

  • Add a flower crown or bow for a feminine touch

  • Use velvet or chenille yarn for a plush version

  • Add a stitched name or birthdate to the belly for gifting

Your cuddly elephant is ready to stomp into someone’s heart! Perfect for nursery decor, birthday surprises, or jungle-themed gifts. 🐘💕


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