Welcome to the charming and adventurous world of amigurumi! 🐪✨ Today, I’m excited to share my free crochet pattern for an Amigurumi Camel Calf—a delightful and whimsical creation perfect for animal lovers, desert-themed décor enthusiasts, or anyone who enjoys crafting adorable and expressive plush designs! 🧶 Whether you love stitching up gentle creatures, experimenting with textured fur, or simply want to add a sweet camel calf to your handmade lineup, this pattern will guide you through crafting a beautifully sculpted plush with soft humps, expressive eyes, and a touch of desert magic! 🌵
This design embraces warm sandy tones, intricate shaping, and thoughtful details to bring a cozy and playful presence to your crochet projects! 🧶✨ I’ve carefully outlined each step to ensure your Amigurumi Camel Calf turns out just right—ready to brighten up your collection or become a treasured handmade gift! 🎁 So grab your hooks, pick out earthy hues, and let’s stitch up a fantastic camel calf! 🐪
🐪 Amigurumi Camel Calf Crochet Pattern
Crochet your own sweet and gentle amigurumi camel calf with this cozy pattern! Perfect for snuggling, playtime, or desert-themed nursery decor, this camel features a signature hump, adorable snoot, and a striped holiday scarf for a touch of festive charm.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, limb positioning, and light colorwork.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 9–10 inches (23–25 cm) tall when sitting, using worsted weight yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (Worsted weight):
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Main Color: Beige or Light Brown (body)
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Accent Color: Dark Brown (hooves and hump)
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Red & White (for scarf)
Other Supplies:
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3.0 mm crochet hook
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10 mm safety eyes
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch markers
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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
BLO – Back Loops Only
FO – Fasten Off
🐫 Head
With beige yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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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)
5–10. sc around (24) -
(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
12–18. 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 weave tail to close.
🐫 Body
With beige yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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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)
6–14. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO
🐫 Legs (Make 4)
Start with dark brown yarn (hoof):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around (12)
Change to beige:
5–10. sc around (12)
FO and stuff. Sew evenly to the base of the body in a sitting position.
🐫 Ears (Make 2)
With beige yarn:
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MR, 4 sc
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inc x4 (8)
3–5. sc around (8)
Flatten and sl st closed. FO and sew to sides of the head.
🐫 Hump
With dark brown yarn:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around (12) -
(2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
Stuff lightly -
dec x4, sl st to finish
FO and sew onto mid-back of body.
🧣 Striped Scarf
With red and white yarn:
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ch 45
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Turn, sc in each stitch across
Alternate colors every 3 stitches.
FO and tie loosely around the neck.
👀 Face Details
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Attach 10 mm safety eyes between rounds 11–12, spaced approx. 6 stitches apart.
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Use brown embroidery thread to stitch a small smile.
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Optional: Blush the cheeks with light pink yarn or fabric crayon.
💡 Customization Tips
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Use tan, sandy, or gray yarns for realistic desert vibes
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Replace the scarf with a tiny blanket on its back
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Make a matching adult camel for a cute duo
Your cuddly camel calf is ready to trot into hearts and cozy corners! 🧶🌵
