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Amigurumi Gerald the Giraffe – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Gerald the Giraffe – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Tall, charming, and full of personality—this Amigurumi Gerald the Giraffe crochet pattern is a delightful way to bring a touch of the savanna to your handmade collection! With his long neck, adorable spots, and gentle expression, Gerald is ready to become a favorite among amigurumi enthusiasts. Whether you’re crafting for a nature-inspired display, a heartfelt gift, or simply love unique crochet projects, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your lineup.

Designed for advanced beginners, this pattern allows for customization in spot placement, ear shape, and even tiny accessories to enhance Gerald’s personality. Choose classic yellow and brown for a traditional giraffe look or experiment with pastel hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a safari-themed setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this charming giraffe is sure to bring smiles. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring Gerald to life! 🦒✨🧶

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🦒 Amigurumi Gerald the Giraffe Crochet Pattern

Meet Gerald, the tall, gentle, and oh-so-stylish giraffe with a heart as warm as his cozy rainbow scarf! With soft patchwork spots, long limbs, and an irresistibly friendly smile, Gerald is a perfect handmade companion for kids, nurseries, or animal lovers of all ages. 🧣💛

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Includes color changes, shaping, and simple embroidery.

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 30–35 cm (12–14 inches) tall using DK or worsted weight yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Yarn (DK or Worsted weight):

    • Mustard yellow (Main body)

    • Cream (Snout, belly, spot accents)

    • Brown/gray (Feet, ossicones, tail tip)

    • Pink, blue, green, orange (Scarf – optional multicolor or variegated yarn)

    • Black embroidery thread (Face details)

  • Crochet hook: 3.0–3.5 mm

  • Safety eyes: 8–10 mm

  • Tapestry needle

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Stitch marker

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

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

🦒 Head

Use mustard yellow and cream. Begin with cream (snout area).

  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)
    6–9. sc around (30)

  6. Switch to mustard yellow, (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
    11–20. sc around (36)
    – Insert safety eyes between R12–13, 6–7 sts apart
    – Embroider nostrils and smile on cream area

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

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    – Stuff firmly

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

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

  11. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close.

🧱 Ears (Make 2)

Use cream and mustard yellow.

  1. With cream: MR, 6 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
    3–4. sc around (9)

  3. Switch to mustard, sc around

  4. Flatten, sc across to close
    FO and leave tail for sewing.

🦴 Ossicones (Make 2)

Use brown/gray.

  1. MR, 5 sc
    2–4. sc around (5)
    Switch to mustard yellow
    5–8. sc around (5)
    Stuff lightly, FO and sew to top of head.

🐍 Neck and Body

Start with mustard yellow.

  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)
    7–9. sc around (36)

  7. Start adding cream patches randomly as you go (intarsia or color switch)
    11–24. sc around (36)

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

  9. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    – Stuff firmly

  10. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
    FO, leave long tail to attach to head.

🐾 Arms (Make 2)

Start with brown/gray.

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–5. sc around

  3. Switch to mustard yellow, sc 10–12 rounds

  4. Add cream patches
    Stuff lightly, FO and sew to sides of body.

🦵 Legs (Make 2)

Start with brown/gray.

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–6. sc around

  4. Switch to mustard yellow, add cream patches
    8–15. sc around
    Stuff firmly, FO and sew to bottom of body.

🐄 Tail

Use mustard yellow, tip in brown.

  1. Ch 10

  2. sl st in each ch

  3. FO and attach brown fringe at the end
    Sew to bottom back of body.

🧣 Striped Scarf

Use rainbow or multicolor yarn.

  1. Ch 40 (or more depending on desired length)

  2. sc across

  3. Turn and repeat 3–4 rows for width

  4. FO and weave in ends
    Tie around neck with a knot or secure with a button if desired.

✂️ Finishing Touches

  • Stitch on spots using duplicate stitch or surface crochet

  • Adjust ears and ossicones to give Gerald personality

  • Use blush or fabric paint for cheeks

💡 Customization Ideas

  • Use pastel yarn for a baby version

  • Embroider child’s initials on the scarf

  • Make multiple in different animal prints (zebra, cow)

Gerald is not just tall—he’s the cuddliest safari friend you’ll ever stitch! 🦒🧶


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