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Step into the heart of the forest with the Amigurumi Deer with Antlers, a gentle crochet creation that’s full of woodland wonder! 🦌🧶 With its soft body, graceful antlers, and sweet little face, this deer brings a peaceful charm to any handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting for a nature-themed nursery, a seasonal display, or a gift that feels like a warm hug, this forest friend is sure to enchant.

Perfect for crocheters who love delicate shaping and cozy details, this pattern invites you to explore earthy tones, textured stitches, and a sprinkle of rustic magic. Add a tiny scarf, stitch on a flower crown, or pair it with other woodland creatures for a full enchanted scene. The Amigurumi Deer with Antlers is a heartwarming way to stitch up serenity, sweetness, and a touch of handmade wilderness—one loop at a time! 🧵🍂

🦌 Amigurumi Deer with Antlers Crochet Pattern

Bring the magic of the forest into your home with this charming crochet deer! With big eyes, gentle hooves, and tall branching antlers, this woodland friend makes the perfect nursery companion, seasonal decoration, or handmade gift. Intermediate crocheters will enjoy the shaping and assembly, while beginners looking for a fun challenge will love the step-by-step process.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – includes shaping, color changes, and assembly of multiple pieces.

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) tall when seated, using DK yarn and a 2.5–3 mm hook.

🧶 Materials Needed

DK or worsted weight yarn:
- Light Brown (main body)
- White (face, belly, inner ears)
- Dark Brown or Black (hooves, antler tips)
- Beige or Darker Brown (antlers)
Crochet hook: 2.5–3.0 mm
10 mm safety eyes
Polyester fiberfill stuffing
Yarn needle & stitch markers
Optional: Pipe cleaners or floral wire for antler support

🪡 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc two together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only

Pattern Instructions

🦌 Head (Light Brown)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc x6 [12]
(1 sc, inc) x6 [18]
(2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
(3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
(4 sc, inc) x6 [36]
7–12. sc around [36]
(5 sc, inc) x6 [42]
14–19. sc around [42]
(5 sc, dec) x6 [36]
(4 sc, dec) x6 [30]
(3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
👉 Insert safety eyes between R14–15, approx. 9 stitches apart.
(2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
(1 sc, dec) x6 [12]
dec x6 [6], FO and close.

🤍 Face Patch (White)

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc x6 [12]
(1 sc, inc) x6 [18]
(2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
(3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
FO with a long tail. Sew onto the front of the head around the eyes.

🟤 Nose (Dark Brown)

MR, 6 sc [6]
2–3. sc around [6]
FO with tail. Sew centered on the face patch.

🐾 Body

Start with White:

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc x6 [12]
(1 sc, inc) x6 [18]
(2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
(3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
6–8. sc around [30]

Switch to Light Brown:
9–18. sc around [30]
19. (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
20. (2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
21. (1 sc, dec) x6 [12]
22. dec x6 [6], FO and close. Stuff firmly.

🐾 Front Legs (x2)

Start with Dark Brown (hooves):

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc x6 [12]
3–4. sc around [12]

Switch to Light Brown:
5–14. sc around [12]
FO with long tail, stuff lightly, and sew to body sides.

🐾 Back Legs (x2)

Start with Dark Brown:

MR, 6 sc [6]
inc x6 [12]
3–4. sc around [12]

Switch to Light Brown:
5–10. sc around [12]
Flatten the top and sc across to close. FO with tail and sew to lower sides of the body in a seated position.

🐽 Tail

With Light Brown:

MR, 6 sc [6]
(1 sc, inc) x3 [9]
3–4. sc around [9]
FO, stuff lightly, sew to back.

👂 Ears (x2)

Outer (Light Brown):

MR, 6 sc [6]
(1 sc, inc) x3 [9]
(2 sc, inc) x3 [12]
(3 sc, inc) x3 [15]
sc around [15]
FO.

Inner (White):
Repeat R1–4 only, FO.
Sew inner to outer, fold ear slightly, and stitch base closed. Attach to head.

🦌 Antlers (Make 2)

Main Beam (Beige or Dark Brown):

MR, 6 sc [6]
2–18. sc around [6]
Stuff lightly as you go. FO, leaving tail.

Branches (2–3 per antler):

MR, 5 sc [5]
2–8. sc around [5]
Stuff lightly, FO.
Sew branches to the main beam near the top, angled outward.

👉 Optional: Insert pipe cleaner or wire into the main beam before attaching for sturdier antlers.

🧷 Assembly

Sew head securely onto body.
Attach front legs to the chest and back legs to the body’s base.
Sew tail at the back.
Attach ears and antlers symmetrically.
Embroider small eyebrows or eyelashes if desired.

🎨 Customization Tips

Add white spots to the back with embroidery or appliqué.
Use a safety nose instead of crocheting one.
Make it festive by swapping the nose for red — instant Rudolph! 🎄

🦌 Finished Deer

Your adorable crochet deer is complete! With its gentle eyes, soft hooves, and branching antlers, this woodland friend makes a heartwarming handmade companion. Whether for nursery décor, a seasonal display, or a thoughtful gift, this little deer is sure to capture hearts.