Say hello to the sweetest safari companion around—this Amigurumi Zebra with a Pink Nose is ready to prance into your heart! 🦓💗 With its classic black-and-white stripes and a cheerful blush of pink on its snout, this little zebra brings a playful twist to traditional jungle vibes. Whether you’re crafting for a baby shower, decorating a nursery, or simply adding to your amigurumi zoo, this charming creature is stitched with love and a dash of whimsy.
From its soft, rounded muzzle to its perky ears and fuzzy mane, every detail is designed to delight. The pink nose adds a gentle pop of color that makes this zebra extra huggable and unique—perfect for those who love a touch of sweetness in their handmade creations. Customize the stripes, add a bow, or even crochet a tiny saddle for extra flair. No matter how you style it, this zebra is sure to become a treasured favorite in your crochet collection! 🧶🌸
🦓 Amigurumi Zebra Crochet Pattern
Say hello to this cheerful Amigurumi Zebra with adorable stripes, blushing pink snout, and a colorful rainbow mane! This cuddly cutie brings fun and whimsy to any crochet collection. Whether you’re creating a jungle-themed nursery or just love unique plushies, this zebra is a delightful project.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, stripe patterning, and several sewn parts.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 9–10 inches (23–25 cm) tall using DK yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (DK Weight):
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White (Base color)
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Black (Stripes)
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Pink (Snout, inner ears, hooves)
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Rainbow scraps (Mane)
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Crochet hook: 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm
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10–12 mm safety eyes
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Tapestry needle
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Polyfill stuffing
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Stitch marker
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Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
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MR – Magic Ring
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sc – Single Crochet
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inc – Increase
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dec – Decrease
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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ch – Chain
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FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head (White and Black Stripes)
Alternate white and black every round unless stated.
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MR, 6 sc (start in white)
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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)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
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R7–14: sc around (36), alternate colors each round
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Insert safety eyes between R10–11, approx. 8 sts apart
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R15: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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R16: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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R17: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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R18: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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R19: dec x6 (6), FO and close
🐽 Snout (Pink)
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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)
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R6–8: sc (30)
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FO, stuff lightly, and sew to lower center of head
🐾 Body (White and Black Stripes)
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MR, 6 sc (start in white)
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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)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
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R7–20: sc (36), alternate white and black each round
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(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO and close
🧤 Arms (Make 2 – Pink → Stripe)
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MR, 6 sc in pink
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inc x6 (12)
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R3–4: sc (12)
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Switch to alternating white/black:
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R5–10: sc (12)
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FO, stuff lightly, and leave tail for sewing
🦶 Legs (Make 2 – Pink → Stripe)
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MR, 6 sc in pink
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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R4: sc (18)
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Switch to white/black alternating
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R5–9: sc (18)
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FO, stuff lightly, and leave tail for sewing
👂 Ears (Make 2 Outer + 2 Inner)
Outer (White with black edge):
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ch 6
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sc in 2nd ch, sc 3, 3 sc in last
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Rotate: sc 3, inc in last (12)
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sc around, FO
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Use black to edge around outer ear
Inner (Pink):
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Repeat above without black edging
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Sew pink to white and attach to top of head
🪶 Mane (Rainbow Yarn Scraps)
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Cut 6–8 strands each ~2 inches
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Attach to center of head using latch hook method
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Trim into a spiky mohawk
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Sew snout to head
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Attach ears to top sides
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Stitch head to body
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Sew arms to upper sides of body
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Attach legs at the bottom of body
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Attach mane securely
💡 Optional Add-ons
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Embroider tiny nostrils and smile
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Use variegated yarn for a magical zebra version
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Add a tail using leftover rainbow or black yarn
Your zebra is now ready to prance into your heart! 🦓 With its colorful mane and cuddly charm, this little one is sure to bring smiles wherever it goes.
