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Baby Rattle Amigurumi Pattern

Baby Rattle Amigurumi Pattern
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2-3 Hours Time Needed
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Beginner Friendly Level

Perfect for those just starting their crochet journey, with clear instructions and simple techniques

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Bite-Sized Project

Finishes in 2-4 hours—perfect for an afternoon of creative relaxation.

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Tiny Treasure

Small, sweet, and gift-worthy creations that fit perfectly in the palm of your hand with detailed charm.

About This Baby Rattle Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern includes full instructions to crochet three baby rattles: a Bunny, a Giraffe and a Unicorn. Each rattle is constructed from simple amigurumi shapes with clear round-by-round directions and photos to guide you through assembly. The design uses cotton yarn and a small hook to create a firm, safe toy perfect for small hands. Youll find tips for eye placement, stuffing, and sewing the small parts in place.

Baby Rattle Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Ideal for beginners, the pattern uses basic stitches like single crochet, increases and decreases to shape heads and bodies. Follow the step-by-step rounds and photo hints to finish charming rattles ready for gifting.

Why You'll Love This Baby Rattle Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it transforms basic crochet stitches into instantly lovable little rattles that are perfect for gifting. I enjoy how the simple shapes combine to create distinct personalities for the bunny, giraffe and unicorn with minimal parts and fuss. I love that the pattern is approachable for beginners yet satisfying to make, and the photos make assembly straightforward. It brings me joy to share a design that lets you craft a special, handmade item for a baby with ease and confidence.

Baby Rattle Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Baby Rattle Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Baby Rattle Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Baby Rattle Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with colorways; try pastel palettes for a softer baby look or high-contrast spots and stripes for a playful giraffe.

I often change the yarn weight and hook size to create different sizes — bulky yarn gives you a chunky, cuddlier rattle while finer yarn makes a delicate mini version.

I sometimes replace safety eyes with embroidered eyes for baby-safe toys that can go in little mouths safely.

I like adding tiny embroidered smiles or freckles to change the character's expression and personality before securing features permanently.

I add small felt or crocheted accessories like a tiny bow, scarf, or a tiny star to make each rattle unique and themed for baby showers or holidays.

For a different texture, try using a boucle or slightly fuzzy yarn for the mane while keeping the body cotton for easy cleaning and a firm hold.

To make a set, I coordinate yarn colors across the three designs so they look like a matching nursery collection when displayed together.

I sometimes stitch a small bell or sealed rattle insert inside the body tube for a gentle sound, ensuring it is enclosed safely and firmly sewn in place.

For gifting, I sew a small loop at the top so the rattle can be hung or attached to a stroller clip; I always make sure attachments are secure for safety.

If you want a poseable version, I add a short length of bendable wire into the limb core (well wrapped) for gentle shaping, but only if it will not be accessible to the baby.

You can personalize by embroidering the baby's initial on the body or adding appliques in contrasting colors for a bespoke, handmade treasure.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the correct eye placement will unbalance the face; place safety eyes exactly between the indicated rounds and count stitches to ensure symmetry. ✗ Forgetting to leave a long tail when finishing pieces makes sewing difficult; always leave a long tail when you fasten off to sew parts securely. ✗ Not stuffing the head and body evenly creates lumps and uneven shapes; stuff gradually and evenly while checking the silhouette frequently. ✗ Using a hook thats too large gives a loose fabric which can show stuffing; use the recommended 2.25 mm hook for a firm, baby-safe finish. ✗ Ignoring stitch counts during increases and decreases will distort shaping; count stitches at the end of each round to stay accurate.

Baby Rattle Amigurumi Pattern

Make three adorable handheld baby rattles — Bunny, Giraffe and Unicorn — with this beginner-friendly crochet pattern. Youll enjoy simple rounds, clear shaping and easy assembly to create charming, gift-ready rattles. Perfect for using up small amounts of cotton yarn and making a thoughtful handmade baby present.

Beginner Friendly 2-3 Hours

Materials Needed for Baby Rattle Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Soft Cotton yarn - White (small amount)
  • 02
    Soft Cotton yarn - Soft Pink (small amount)
  • 03
    Soft Cotton yarn - Yellow (small amount)
  • 04
    Soft Cotton yarn - Orange (small amount)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    2.25 mm crochet hook (3/0)
  • 02
    Fiberfill for stuffing
  • 03
    Safety eyes 6 mm (2 pieces per rattle)
  • 04
    Pins
  • 05
    Scissors
  • 06
    Needle for sewing

Progress Tracker

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— Bunny Rattle :

Info :

White yarn

Round 1 :

6sc in magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

(inc) repeat 6 times (12)

Round 3 :

(sc in next st , inc) repeat 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

(sc in next 2 sts , inc) repeat 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

(sc in next 3 sts , inc) repeat 6 times (30)

Round 6 :

(sc in next 5 sts , inc) repeat 5 times (35)

Round 7-10 :

sc in each st (35)

Round 11 :

(sc in next 3 sts , dec) repeat 7 times (28)

Round 12 :

(sc in next 2 sts, dec) repeat 7 times (21)

Round 13 :

(sc in next st, dec) repeat 7 times (14), fasten off and stuff.

Info :

Insert safety eyes between rnd 8 and rnd 9 and 8 stitches between each eye.

Section :

Body

Info :

White yarn

Round 1 :

6sc in magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

(inc) repeat 6 times (12)

Round 3 :

(sc in next st , inc) repeat 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

(sc in next 2 sts , inc) repeat 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

sc in each st (24)

Round 6 :

(sc in next 3 sts , dec) repeat 4 times, sc in next 4 st (20)

Round 7 :

(sc in next 2 sts , dec) repeat 5 times (15)

Round 8 :

sc in each st (15)

Round 9 :

(sc in next 4 sts , dec) repeat 2 times, sc in next 3 st (13)

Round 10-33 :

sc in each st (13). Fasten off and leave tail for sewing and stuff.

Section :

Ears (make 2)

Info :

White yarn

Round 1 :

6sc in magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

(inc) repeat 6 times (12)

Round 3 :

(sc in next st , inc) repeat 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

(sc in next 1 st , dec) repeat 6 times (12)

Round 5-10 :

sc in each st (12), fasten off and leave tail for sewing.

Info :

Sew body rattle onto head and sew the ears too

— Giraffe Rattle :

Info :

Head

Info :

Yellow yarn

Round 1 :

6sc in magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

(inc) repeat 6 times (12)

Round 3 :

(sc in next st , inc) repeat 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

(sc in next 2 sts , inc) repeat 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

(sc in next 3 sts , inc) repeat 6 times (30)

Round 6 :

(sc in next 5 sts , inc) repeat 5 times (35)

Round 7-10 :

sc in each st (35)

Round 11 :

(sc in next 3 sts , dec) repeat 7 times (28)

Round 12 :

(sc in next 2 sts , dec) repeat 7 times (21)

Round 13 :

(sc in next st , dec) repeat 7 times (14), fasten off and stuff.

Info :

Insert safety eyes between rnd 7 and rnd 8. Leave 8 stitches between each eye.

Section :

Body

Info :

Yellow yarn

Round 1 :

6sc in magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

(inc) repeat 6 times (12)

Round 3 :

(sc in next st , inc) repeat 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

(sc in next 2 sts , inc) repeat 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

sc in each st (24)

Round 6 :

(sc in next 3 sts , dec) repeat 4 times, sc in next 4 st (20)

Round 7 :

(sc in next 2 sts , dec) repeat 5 times (15)

Round 8 :

sc in each st (15)

Round 9 :

(sc in next 4 sts , dec) repeat 2 times, sc in next 3 st (13)

Round 10-33 :

sc in each st (13). Fasten off and leave tail for sewing and stuff.

Section :

Ears (make 2)

Info :

Yellow yarn

Round 1 :

4 sc in magic ring (4)

Round 2 :

(sc in next st , inc) repeat 2 times (6)

Round 3-5 :

sc in each st (6) fasten off and leave tail for sewing.

Section :

Mouth

Info :

White yarn

Round 1 :

Ch 6, start from 2nd ch from hook

Round 2 :

Sc in next 4 sc, inc in last st (6)

Round 3 :

Working on opposite side of chain sc in each st (5)

Round 4 :

Work continuously, sc in each st and then fasten off. Leave tail for sewing

Section :

Nostrils (make 2)

Info :

Orange yarn

Round 1 :

Ch 2, st 3 in first ch, sl. Fasten off and leave tail.

Section :

Short horns (make 2)

Info :

Orange yarn

Round 1 :

4 sc in magic ring (4)

Round 2-4 :

sc in each st (4). Fasten off and leave tail. Stuff carefully.

Info :

Attach the mouth

Info :

Sew the nostrils to mouth

Info :

Sew horns and ears onto head

— Unicorn Rattle :

Info :

Head

Info :

Soft pink yarn

Round 1 :

6sc in magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

(inc) repeat 6 times (12)

Round 3 :

(sc in next st , inc) repeat 6 times (18)

Round 4-5 :

sc in each st (18)

Round 6 :

(sc in next 2 sts , inc) repeat 6 times (24)

Round 7 :

(sc in next 3 sts , inc) repeat 6 times (30)

Round 8 :

(sc in next 9 sts , inc) repeat 3 times, sc in next 3 sts (33)

Round 9-12 :

sc in each st (33)

Round 13 :

(sc in next 5 sts , dec) repeat 4 times, sc in next 5 st (29)

Round 14 :

(sc in next 4 sts , dec) repeat 4 times, sc in next 5 st (25)

Round 15 :

(sc in next 3 sts , dec) repeat 5 times (20)

Round 16 :

(sc in next 2 sts , dec) repeat 5 times (15)

Round 17 :

(sc in next st , dec) repeat 5 times (10), start stuffing

Round 18 :

dec in each st (5), fasten off.

Info :

Insert safety eye between rnd 7 and 8 . Leave 8 stitches between each eye

Section :

Body

Info :

White yarn

Round 1 :

6sc in magic ring (6)

Round 2 :

(inc) repeat 6 times (12)

Round 3 :

(sc in next st , inc) repeat 6 times (18)

Round 4 :

(sc in next 2 sts , inc) repeat 6 times (24)

Round 5 :

sc in each st (24)

Round 6 :

(sc in next 3 sts , dec) repeat 4 times , sc in next 4 st(20)

Round 7 :

(sc in next 2 sts , dec) repeat 5 times (15)

Info :

Switch to soft pink yarn

Round 8 :

sc in each st (15)

Round 9 :

(sc in next 4 sts , dec) repeat 2 times , sc in next 3 st (13)

Round 10-33 :

sc in each st (13). Fasten off and leave tail for sewing and stuff.

Section :

Ears (make 2)

Info :

Soft pink yarn

Round 1 :

3 sc in magic ring (3)

Round 2 :

(sc in next st , inc) (4)

Round 3 :

(sc in next 2 sts , inc) , sc in next st (5)

Round 4 :

(sc in next 3 sts , inc) , sc in next st (6)

Round 5-6 :

sc in each st (6). Fasten off and leave tail for sewing.

Section :

Horn

Info :

Yellow yarn

Round 1 :

4 sc in magic ring (4)

Round 2 :

(sc in next st , inc) repeat 2 times (6)

Round 3-6 :

sc in each st (6)

Section :

Front Rolling mane

Info :

White yarn

Round 1 :

Ch 12 , 6 hdc each st.

Section :

Mane

Info :

White yarn

Round 1 :

Ch 29, hdc start from 3rd ch from hook . hdc each st (27)

Info :

The horn and ears are attached

Info :

Place the rolling mane in the middle between the eye like a picture above

Info :

Place mane on back with pins like picture above, make sure you make zig zag as natural as possible.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the body rattle tube securely onto the base of the head, matching the opening and using the long tail to whipstitch around the join for a neat finish.
  • Attach safety eyes between the rounds indicated (see each head instructions), leaving eight stitches between the eyes, and secure the backs firmly.
  • Sew ears to the top sides of the head using the tail left from fastening off, positioning them symmetrically and using small stitches to secure.
  • Attach the mouth to the lower front of the head and sew nostrils on top of the mouth as shown in the photos, using pins to check placement before stitching.
  • Sew horns onto the head in the positions shown, then pin and sew the mane pieces in a zig-zag pattern along the center back and top as pictured.

Important Notes

  • 💡The size of finished doll is approximately 14 cm tall from bottom to head not include ears; diameter rattle 1.5 cm - 2 cm.
  • 💡Size of dolls depends on size of yarn and crochet hook; finished piece will differ slightly with other yarns or hooks.
  • 💡Insert safety eyes before closing the head and ensure they are firmly locked; leave 8 stitches between each eye as directed.
  • 💡Fasten off pieces leaving a long tail for sewing; this makes assembly easier and more secure.

These sweet baby rattles are perfect for gifting to newborns and special little ones. Each design is small, soft and easy to make, turning simple cotton yarn into delightful handmade treasures. Make a set in coordinating colors for a charming baby shower gift bundle. 🧶🐣🎁

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The size of the finished rattle is approximately 14 cm tall from bottom to head (not including ears); the rattle insert measures about 1.5-2 cm in diameter.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will change the overall size and feel. Use an appropriately sized hook for your chosen yarn and note that a thicker yarn will create a larger, puffier rattle.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is beginner friendly and uses basic stitches like single crochet, increases and decreases; some experience working in rounds will be helpful.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crafters can complete one rattle in about 2-3 hours, depending on experience and how much time you spend on finishing and assembly.