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Amigurumi Christmas Reindeer – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Christmas Reindeer – FREE Crochet Pattern
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I absolutely adore the festive charm that amigurumi brings to the holiday season! There’s something incredibly heartwarming about crafting these tiny crochet characters, each one bursting with personality and joy. Whether it’s a jolly Santa, a pudgy snowman, or a cheerful reindeer, creating amigurumi Christmas ornaments is a delightful way to infuse a sense of whimsy into your holiday decor. The best part? Each ornament tells its own little story, adding a personalized touch to your Christmas tree. 🌟 The joy of seeing these handmade creations hanging from the branches is truly unmatched, and bringing these characters to life is a holiday tradition I cherish every year.

The process of creating an amigurumi Christmas ornament is as enjoyable as the result. It often begins with selecting a pattern, which can range from simple to intricate depending on your crochet skills. I gather my yarn, hook, and some cozy holiday-themed embellishments—tiny pom-poms, beads, or even a bit of glitter. 🎄 Stitch by stitch, I watch my yarn transform into a merry character, its features gradually coming to life with each loop and knot. It’s both a meditative and an exhilarating experience, and I find myself eagerly imagining how it will look on the tree. There’s a magical satisfaction in knowing that each ornament is a unique creation, ready to be admired by family and friends throughout the holiday season.

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🦌 Amigurumi Christmas Reindeer – Free Crochet Pattern

Ready to add some handmade magic to your holiday decor? This festive crochet reindeer—with its jolly red nose, cozy green scarf, and Santa hat—is perfect for gifting or displaying under the Christmas tree!

🧵 Skill Level: Intermediate

📏 Finished Size: ~10–12 inches tall (excluding antlers)

🧶 Materials

  • Worsted weight yarn in:

    • Light brown (body)

    • Cream (belly, muzzle, inner ears)

    • Dark brown (hooves, antlers)

    • Red (nose & hat)

    • White (hat pom-pom)

    • Green (scarf)

  • 2.5 mm–3.0 mm crochet hook

  • 10 mm safety eyes

  • Fiberfill stuffing

  • Yarn needle

  • Stitch marker

  • Optional: black embroidery thread for mouth

✨ Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single crochet

  • inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)

  • dec – Decrease (sc2tog)

  • sl st – Slip stitch

  • ch – Chain

  • FO – Fasten off

🟤 Head (Light Brown)

  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 in each st around
    Place safety eyes between Rnds 11–12, ~8 stitches apart

  8. (5 sc, dec) x6 = 36

  9. (4 sc, dec) x6 = 30

  10. (3 sc, dec) x6 = 24
    Stuff firmly

  11. (2 sc, dec) x6 = 18

  12. (1 sc, dec) x6 = 12

  13. dec x6 = 6
    FO and close

🐽 Muzzle (Cream + Red)

  1. With cream: MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 = 12

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 = 18
    4–6. sc around
    Change to red, 1 rnd of sc
    FO, stuff lightly, and sew under eyes

🧍 Body (Light Brown + Cream)

  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
    7–16. sc in each st around
    Change to cream, 4–5 rows in center for belly patch (optional: surface crochet or color change)

  7. (4 sc, dec) x6 = 30

  8. (3 sc, dec) x6 = 24

  9. (2 sc, dec) x6 = 18
    Stuff firmly

  10. (1 sc, dec) x6 = 12

  11. dec x6 = 6
    FO and close

🐾 Arms (Make 2 – Light Brown + Dark Brown)

Start with dark brown:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 = 12
    3–4. sc in each st
    Change to light brown
    5–12. sc around
    Stuff only the lower part
    FO and sew to body sides

🦵 Legs (Make 2 – Dark Brown)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 = 12

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 = 18
    4–8. sc in each st
    Stuff well
    FO and sew at base of body

🦌 Antlers (Make 2 – Dark Brown)

Main Branch (Make 2):

  1. MR, 6 sc
    2–6. sc in each st
    FO, stuff lightly

Side Branch (Make 2):

  1. MR, 6 sc
    2–3. sc in each st
    Sew to main branch at an angle
    Attach antlers to top of head evenly spaced

👂 Ears (Make 2 – Light Brown & Cream)

Outer (brown):

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 = 12

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 = 18
    4–5. sc in each st
    Inner (cream): Repeat same
    Sew cream inside brown ear and attach to sides of head

🎅 Santa Hat (Red & White)

  1. MR, 4 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) = 6

  3. (1 sc, inc) x3 = 9
    Continue increasing by 3 every few rounds until you reach ~30 sts
    Add 1–2 rows in white
    Make white pom-pom and sew to top
    Attach tilted on reindeer’s head

🧣 Scarf (Green)

  1. Ch 50 (or desired length)

  2. sc in each st across
    Optional: Add fringe
    Wrap and stitch around the neck

😄 Face Details

  • Use black thread or yarn to embroider a smile

  • Add blush with soft pink yarn or paint

🧵 Assembly

  1. Attach head to body securely

  2. Sew arms and legs in place

  3. Attach ears and antlers

  4. Add muzzle, eyes, nose

  5. Stitch scarf and hat securely

🎁 Final Touches

  • Add a jingle bell or snowflake charm to the scarf

  • Place your reindeer on a wooden base or inside a gift basket

  • Optional: Attach string to top of hat to make it a hanging ornament


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