Amigurumi Rhinoceros – FREE Crochet Pattern

Welcome to the rugged and majestic world of safari-inspired amigurumi! 🦏✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for a charming Rhinoceros—an iconic and powerful creature, full of character and strength! 🌿 Whether you love crafting bold animal designs, enjoy making unique stuffed companions, or simply want to add a touch of the wild to your handmade collection, this pattern will guide you through stitching up a beautifully detailed rhino with its signature horn and sturdy frame! 💜

This design embraces strong shapes and textured details to capture the essence of this magnificent creature! 🧶🏞️ I’ve outlined each step to ensure your amigurumi rhinoceros turns out just right—perfect for display, gifting, or adding a touch of safari magic to your crochet collection! 🌍 So grab your hooks, choose soft earthy tones or striking grays, and let’s stitch up a lovable, adventure-ready rhino! ✨

🦏 Amigurumi Rhinoceros Crochet Pattern

This cuddly rhino is ready to charge right into your heart! With its chubby legs, soft rounded body, and iconic twin horns, this amigurumi rhinoceros is the perfect project for animal lovers. Whether you’re crafting a safari-themed nursery or gifting a wild friend, this rhino brings adorable rugged charm! 💜

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✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Includes shaping, assembly, and basic sewing.

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📏 Finished Size

Approximately 9 inches (23 cm) tall when made with worsted-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm crochet hook.

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🧶 Materials

• Yarn (Worsted Weight):

  • Light purple or grey (Main body)

  • Black or dark grey (Nostrils, optional details)

• 3.5 mm crochet hook

• Safety eyes (10–12 mm)

• Polyester stuffing

• Stitch marker

• Tapestry needle

• Scissors

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🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
ch – Chain
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off

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🟪 Head

Using main color:

1. MR, 6 sc (6)

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)
   7–16. sc around (36)

7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
   – Insert safety eyes between rounds 10–11, about 6 stitches apart
   – Stuff firmly

10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

11. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close.

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🦏 Large Horn

1. MR, 4 sc (4)

2. sc around (4)

3. (1 sc, inc) x2 (6)

4. sc around (6)

5. (2 sc, inc) x2 (8)

6. (3 sc, inc) x2 (10)

7. sc around (10)
   FO, stuff lightly and sew to center of face.

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🦏 Small Horn

1. MR, 4 sc (4)

2. sc around (4)

3. (1 sc, inc) x2 (6)

4. sc around (6)
   FO and sew just above the large horn.

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🟣 Body

1. MR, 6 sc (6)

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)
   7–20. sc around (36)

7. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
   – Stuff well

10. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

11. dec x6 (6)
    FO and sew head to body.

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🦵 Legs (Make 4)

1. MR, 6 sc (6)

2. inc x6 (12)
   3–6. sc around (12)

3. (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)

4. sc around (9)
   FO, stuff, and sew two legs at base (sitting), two to sides.

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👂 Ears (Make 2)

1. MR, 4 sc (4)

2. inc x4 (8)

3. (1 sc, inc) x4 (12)

4. (2 sc, inc) x4 (16)

5. sc around (16)

6. (2 sc, dec) x4 (12)

7. (1 sc, dec) x4 (8)
   FO and pinch bottom edge, sew to sides of head.

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🦶 Tail

1. ch 6

2. sl st in 2nd ch and across
   FO and sew to back of body.

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✂️ Finishing Touches

• Embroider nostrils with black yarn

• Adjust horns and ears for symmetry

• Shape with hands gently after assembly

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💡 Customization Ideas

• Make a white rhino with a wide nose

• Add a bowtie or flower crown

• Stitch tiny safari boots!

This snuggly rhino is the perfect gentle giant for any handmade animal family! 🧶🦏