Prance into the holiday spirit with the Amigurumi Christmas Reindeer—a festive little friend that’s ready to spread cheer from antlers to hooves! 🦌🎄 With its cozy scarf, bright red nose, and twinkling eyes, this cuddly reindeer is the perfect addition to your seasonal décor or handmade gift lineup. Whether you’re crafting a Rudolph lookalike or a whole herd of merry companions, this pattern brings warmth and whimsy to every stitch.
Ideal for customizing with holiday colors, glittery yarns, or tiny accessories like bells and bows, this reindeer is a joyful project for crocheters of all levels. Add a sweater, a Santa hat, or even a mini sleigh to create your own winter wonderland scene. Whether perched on a mantel, tucked into a stocking, or gifted to someone special, the Christmas Reindeer is sure to make spirits bright—one loop at a time! 🧶✨
🦌 Amigurumi Christmas Reindeer Crochet Pattern
Looking for the perfect holiday project? This adorable crochet Christmas Reindeer, complete with his red beanie, green scarf, and playful antlers, will be the star of your festive decorations. Whether you place him under the Christmas tree, gift him to someone special, or add him to your holiday display, he’s guaranteed to spread cheer.
Let’s dive into this cozy pattern and bring your reindeer to life!
✨ Materials
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Yarn:
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Light Brown (main body & head)
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Beige (snout, belly patch, inner ears)
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Dark Brown (antlers & hooves)
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Red (nose & hat)
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White (pom-pom & brim of hat)
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Green (scarf)
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Crochet hook: size suitable for your yarn (e.g., 2.5–3.0 mm)
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Safety eyes: 12–14 mm
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Black embroidery thread for mouth
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Yarn needle & scissors
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Optional: pipe cleaners or floral wire to keep antlers upright
🧶 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR = magic ring
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sc = single crochet
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inc = increase (2 sc in same st)
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dec = decrease (sc 2 together)
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sl st = slip stitch
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ch = chain
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st(s) = stitch(es)
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R = round/row
🦌 Pattern Instructions
Head (Light Brown)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc 1, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (sc 2, inc) x6 (24)
R5: (sc 3, inc) x6 (30)
R6: (sc 4, inc) x6 (36)
R7: (sc 5, inc) x6 (42)
R8–16: sc in each st (42)
R17: (sc 5, dec) x6 (36)
R18: (sc 4, dec) x6 (30)
Insert safety eyes between R9–10, about 10 sts apart.
R19: (sc 3, dec) x6 (24)
R20: (sc 2, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly.
R21: (sc 1, dec) x6 (12)
R22: dec x6 (6) – FO.
Snout (Beige, Oval)
Ch 8.
R1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook: 6 sc, 3 sc in last ch. Continue on other side: 5 sc, inc (16).
R2: inc, 5 sc, inc x3, 5 sc, inc x2 (22)
R3: sc around (22)
R4: (sc 10, inc, sc 11) (23) – slight oval shaping.
FO, leaving long tail for sewing.
Nose (Red)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc 1, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (sc 2, inc) x6 (24)
R5: sc around (24)
R6: (sc 2, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff slightly and FO. Sew centered onto snout.
Ears (Make 2 – Beige inner, Light Brown outer)
Inner (Beige):
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (sc 1, inc) x3 (9)
R3: (sc 2, inc) x3 (12)
FO.
Outer (Brown): Work same as above, but do not cut yarn. Place inner on outer, sc around both to join. Flatten.
Antlers (Dark Brown, Make 2 with Branches)
Main Trunk:
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3–15: sc around (12) – about 8–9 cm tall.
Branch (small, make 2 per antler):
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (sc 2, inc) x2 (8)
R3–6: sc around (8) – FO.
Branch (medium, make 1 per antler):
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3–8: sc around (12) – FO.
Sew two small branches and one medium branch along the trunk (slightly staggered). Insert pipe cleaner or floral wire inside before attaching to head to keep upright.
Body (Light Brown with Beige Patch)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc 1, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (sc 2, inc) x6 (24)
R5: (sc 3, inc) x6 (30)
R6: (sc 4, inc) x6 (36)
R7–18: sc around (36)
Add beige patch from R10–18 (about 14 sts wide).
R19: (sc 4, dec) x6 (30)
R20: (sc 3, dec) x6 (24)
R21: (sc 2, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly. FO.
Arms (Make 2 – Brown with Dark Brown Hooves)
Start with Dark Brown:
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3–4: sc around (12)
Switch to Light Brown:
R5–14: sc around (12)
Stuff lightly. Flatten and sew to body.
Legs (Make 2 – Brown with Dark Brown Hooves)
Start with Dark Brown:
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc 1, inc) x6 (18)
R4–5: sc around (18)
Switch to Light Brown:
R6–14: sc around (18)
Stuff firmly. FO. Sew to bottom of body.
Tail (Brown)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (sc 2, inc) x2 (8)
R3–4: sc around (8)
Stuff slightly and sew to back.
Hat (Red with White Brim & Pom)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc x6 (12)
R3: (sc 1, inc) x6 (18)
R4: (sc 2, inc) x6 (24)
R5: (sc 3, inc) x6 (30)
R6–13: sc around (30) – taller crown for beanie look.
Switch to White:
R14–15: sc around (30)
FO.
Pom-pom: With White yarn, wrap around two fingers ~40 times. Tie, trim into a ball, and sew on top of hat.
Scarf (Green)
Ch 80.
R1: hdc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc across (79)
R2: ch 1, turn, hdc across (79)
FO. Add fringe if desired.
🧩 Assembly
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Sew snout to head, just below eyes.
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Attach red nose to center of snout.
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Sew ears slightly behind and below antlers.
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Insert wire into antlers, sew securely on top of head.
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Attach head to body.
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Sew arms slightly angled down.
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Sew legs firmly at bottom.
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Attach tail to back.
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Place hat slightly tilted; sew in place.
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Wrap scarf around neck, secure with a stitch.
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Embroider a small smile under the snout.
🎄 Final Touches
And there you have it – your own festive reindeer! With his cozy beanie, long green scarf, and strong antlers, he’s ready to spread Christmas cheer. Place him on your holiday mantle, use him as a centerpiece, or gift him as a handmade treasure that will be cherished for years.
Happy Crocheting and Merry Christmas! 🎅🧶
