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Reindeer Amigurumi Pattern

Reindeer Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive crocheting.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Reindeer Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern teaches you how to crochet a sweet reindeer amigurumi with separate instructions for a boy (shorts) and girl (skirt) outfit. You will work colorwork charts, shape the head and horns, and attach all parts for a polished finish. The finished toy is approximately 21 cm tall when made with the recommended materials.

Reindeer Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Includes full materials list, abbreviations, step-by-step rounds and assembly instructions. Clear photos and placement notes help you with facial details and final shaping.

Why You'll Love This Reindeer Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines cute character design with satisfying colorwork details that feel accomplished to finish. I enjoy how the skirt and shorts options let you personalize the toy for a boy or girl. The head sculpting and tiny horns add personality that makes each reindeer unique and expressive. I hope you enjoy the careful shaping and thoughtful assembly steps as much as I did when designing it.

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Switch Things Up

I love how you can personalize this reindeer by swapping the skirt and shorts colors to match your holiday decor.

You can make a mini version by using thinner yarn and a smaller hook, perfect for keychains or ornaments.

For a chunkier, cuddly reindeer, try a bulkier yarn and larger hook — adjust stuffing to keep proportions balanced.

I often add tiny accessories like a crocheted scarf, bell, or a little hat to change the character's personality.

Try embroidering different facial expressions by changing the eyebrow placement and mouth length for varied moods.

Add wire inside the limbs for posability if you want a reindeer that can stand or pose in different ways.

Use safety eyes for a safer toy for older children, or sew on beads securely for a decorative piece.

Experiment with contrasting cuff colors or decorative buttons to give each reindeer a unique outfit detail.

If you want a family of reindeer, scale the pattern up or down or change yarn types for a coordinated set.

I sometimes sew on felt accessories like tiny mittens or a scarf fringe to create festive textures and finishes.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers when joining legs and body can cause misalignment; place a stitch marker at the start of the new round and count stitches often to keep symmetry. ✗ Forgetting to stuff gradually will create lumps or an oddly shaped toy; stuff little by little and shape as you go so the curves form correctly. ✗ Changing yarn tension during colorwork makes the pattern ripple or pucker; keep consistent tension and carry yarn neatly or use bobbins for floats. ✗ Not checking placement of eyes and nose before sewing can result in an odd expression; use pins to mark positions and compare to photos before securing beads and embroidery. ✗ Pulling decreases too tight while closing the head will distort the shape; use gentle, even tension and adjust stuffing before finishing to maintain a rounded muzzle.

Reindeer Amigurumi Pattern

Make a delightful handmade reindeer amigurumi with detailed step-by-step instructions for head, body, arms, legs, horns and accessories. The pattern includes colorwork for skirts or shorts and clear assembly notes so you can finish a charming toy you will be proud to gift. Perfect for crafters who enjoy small, detailed projects and a touch of holiday flair.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Reindeer Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    YarnArt JEANS color 66 (maroon) - 1 ball
  • 02
    YarnArt JEANS color 46 (gray) - 1 ball
  • 03
    YarnArt JEANS color 28 (graphite) - 1/4 of a ball
  • 04
    ALIZE Cotton Gold color 688 (coffee) - 1/4 of a ball
  • 05
    ALIZE Baby Softy 119 (gray) - 1/4 of a ball
  • 06
    Toy stuffing - quantity as needed to stuff head, body and limbs
  • 07
    Black round beads d.6-8mm for the eyes (2 pieces)
  • 08
    4 wooden buttons d.10mm

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 1.75mm
  • 02
    Sewing needle
  • 03
    Yarn needle for sewing and weaving ends
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Stitch markers
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    Hard plastic material or a cardboard insole
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    Pins for placement
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    Black round beads 6-8mm
  • 09
    4 wooden buttons d.10mm

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— Materials and Tools :

Infos :

Size 1,75mm crochet hook; YarnArt JEANS color 66 (maroon) - 1ball; YarnArt JEANS color 46 (gray) - 1ball; YarnArt JEANS color 28 (graphite) - 1/4of a ball; ALIZE Cotton Gold color 688 (coffee) - 1/4of a ball; ALIZE Baby Softy 119 (gray) - 1/4of a ball; Toy stuffing; Sewing needle; Scissors; Hard plastic material or a cardboard; Black round beads d.6-8mm to make the eyes; 4 wooden buttons d.10mm.

— Abbreviations :

Infos :

mr-magic ring; ch-chain stitch; sc- single crochet; BLO- back loops only; FLO- front loops only; HDC- half double crochet; DC- double crochet; inc- increase; dec- decrease; ( ) *- repeat N times; SL ST- slip stitch; Puff stitch- crochet 5unfinished DC and close them together.

— Arms (make 2) :

Info :

Stuff 2/3 of bottom part of the arm as you go.

Round 1 :

Start 6sc in a mr (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

(inc, 3sc) *3 (15)

Round 4-5 :

15sc- 2 rounds (15)

Round 6 :

4sc, inc, 2sc, puff stitch, 2sc, inc, 4sc (17)

Round 7-8 :

17sc- 2 rounds (17)

Round 9 :

8sc, dec, 7sc (16)

Info :

Maroon color- for the boy, grey color – for the girl.

Round 10 :

16sc (16)

Round 11 :

BLO: (dec, 6sc)* 2 (14)

Round 12-28 :

14sc- 17 rounds (14), 3sc to shift stitch marker to the middle of back part of the arm. Crochet 7 more sc for right arm.

Round 29 :

Put together and crochet 6sc through the loops of both sides (6)

— Cuff :

Info :

Maroon color- for the boy, grey color- for the girl. Go back to the 11th round and work into FLO:

Round 1 :

16sc. Fasten off and cut the yarn.

Info :

Use softy grey color:

Round 2-3 :

16sc- 2 rounds (16). Fasten off and cut the yarn.

Info :

The 1st arm is completed. Crochet the 2nd one the same way.

— Legs (make 2) :

Info :

Stuff as you go. Graphite yarn color for both toys:

Round 1 :

Ch8, from the 2nd stitch from hook crochet: inc, 5sc, 4sc into 1 stitch, 5sc, inc (18)

Round 2 :

inc, 6sc, 4inc, 6sc, inc (24)

Round 3 :

1sc, inc, 6sc, (inc, 1sc)* 4, 7sc, inc (30)

Round 4 :

2sc, inc, 6sc, (hdc inc, 2hdc)* 4, 8sc, inc (36)

Info :

Cut a plastic or a cardboard insole.

Round 5 :

BLO: 36sc (36)

Info :

Change the yarn to grey color if you make the boy, maroon color if you make the girl:

Round 6 :

BLO: 36sc (36)

Round 7-9 :

36sc-3 rounds (36)

Round 10 :

6sc, (dec, 2sc)* 6, 6sc (30)

Round 11 :

30sc (30)

Round 12 :

6sc, (dec, 1sc)* 6, 6sc (24)

Round 13 :

24sc (24)

Info :

Place an insole inside.

Info :

Maroon color for the boy, grey color for the girl:

Round 14 :

BLO: (dec, 2sc)* 6 (18)

Round 15-32 :

18sc- 18rounds (18), 1sc to shift stitch marker to the middle of back part of the leg.

Info :

For left:

Round 33 :

12sc, sl st

Info :

For right:

Round 33 :

18sc

Round 34 :

4sc, sl st. Make ch10 and attach the chain into sl st of left leg, where you finished working.

— Boot :

Info :

Grey yarn color for the boy, maroon yarn color for the girl: Go back to the 14th round, where you worked into BLO:

Round 1 :

FLO: 24sc (24). Fasten off and cut the yarn.

Info :

Use grey softy yarn for both toys:

Round 2-3 :

24sc -2rounds (24)

Info :

Fasten off, cut the yarn and hide inside the work.

— Body :

Info :

Stuff as you go. Maroon yarn color for the boy, grey yarn color for the girl:

Round 1 :

18sc on left leg, 10sc on chain, 18sc on right leg, 10sc on chain (56) - place stitch marker. New round starts here.

Round 2 :

inc, 16sc, inc, 10sc, inc, 16sc, inc, 10sc (60)

Round 3-8 :

60sc- 6 rounds (60)

Round 9 :

55sc. Do not use last 5 stitches – shift stitch marker. New round starts here.

Round 10 :

4sc, dec, (8sc, dec)* 5, 4sc (54)

Round 11-12 :

54sc- 2 rounds (54)

Info :

Change yarn color: maroon for the girl, grey for the boy:

Round 13 :

54sc (54)

Round 14 :

BLO: (dec, 7sc)* 6 (48)

Round 15 :

48sc (48)

Info :

Now you will crochet pants for the boy and a skirt for the girl.

— Shorts :

Info :

Grey:

Round 1 :

FLO 14 rounds: (inc, 2sc)* 18 (72)

Info :

Graphite:

Round 2 :

72sc (72)

Info :

Grey:

Round 3 :

72sc (72)

Info :

Start making the design (crochet in 2 colors simultaneously, where M- maroon color and G- grey):

Round 4 :

(1sc- M, 2sc- G)* 24 (72)

Round 5 :

2sc-M, 3sc- G, (3sc- M, 3sc- G)* 11, 1sc-M (72)

Round 6 :

(1sc- G, 2sc- M)* 24 (72)

Round 7 :

2sc- G, 3sc- M, (3sc- G, 3sc- M)* 11, 1sc- G (72)

Round 8 :

(1sc- M, 2sc- G)* 24 (72)

Round 9 :

72sc (72)

Round 10 :

72sc (72)

Round 11-13 :

72sc- 3rounds (72)

Info :

From last sc in the 13th round count 35sc and sew the 72nd sc of the 13th round and the 36th sc.

Info :

Now you will crochet each leg separately. There are 35sc in each leg. Attach the yarn and work in the round:

Round 1-7 :

35sc- Rounds. Fasten off yarn, leaving a tail to sew. Bend 2 rounds and sew them as pictured.

Info :

Crochet the 2nd leg the same way.

Info :

Now continue making the body.

— Skirt :

Info :

Maroon yarn color:

Round 1 :

FLO of the 14th round: (inc, 1sc)* 27 (81)

Round 2-5 :

81sc- 4 rounds (81)

Round 6 :

(inc, 26sc)* 3 (84)

Round 7 :

84sc (84)

Round 8 :

84sc (84)

Info :

Now start making the design (work in 2 colors simultaneously, where M-maroon color and G- grey color):

Round 9 :

(1sc- G, 2sc- M)* 28 (84)

Round 10 :

2sc- G, 3sc- M, (3sc- G, 3sc- M)* 13, 1sc- G (84)

Round 11 :

(1sc- M, 2sc- G)* 28 (84)

Round 12 :

2sc- M, 3sc- G, (3sc- M, 3sc- G)* 13, 1sc- M (84)

Round 13 :

(1sc- G, 2sc- M)* 28 (84)

Round 14 :

84sc (84)

Round 15 :

84sc (84)

Round 16 :

84sc (84). Fasten off and cut the yarn.

Info :

Now continue making the body.

— Body Continued :

Round 16 :

BLO: 48sc (48)

Round 17 :

48sc (48)

Info :

Go back to the 16th round and work into FLO, crochet the belt of the skirt: maroon for the skirt, for the pants - grey: 48sc. Fasten off and cut the yarn.

Round 18 :

3sc, dec, (6sc, dec)* 5, 3sc (42)

Round 19-23 :

42sc- 5 rounds (42)

Round 24 :

(dec, 5sc)* 6 (36)

Round 25-26 :

36sc- 2 rounds (36)

Round 27 :

2sc, dec, (4sc, dec)* 5, 2sc (30), 1sc to shift.

Round 28 :

Connect the arms and the body in next round: 6sc for each arm, 9sc for the back and 9sc for front part. 4sc on the back; 6sc, grabbing loops of left arm and the body simultaneously; 9sc on front part; 6sc, grabbing loops of right arm and the body simultaneously; 5sc on the back (30)

Round 29 :

30sc (30). Fasten off the yarn, leaving a tail to sew.

— Straps for the shorts and for the skirt :

Item Name (P1) :

Ch36 and from the 2nd stitch crochet 34sc, 3sc into 1 stitch, continue working into the unused loops on the opposite side of the chain: 34sc. Fasten off and cut the yarn, leaving a tail to sew. Sew a button to the strap (step a little from the edge, where you made 3sc into 1 stitch). Now sew the straps to the shorts/skirt and crisscross them as pictured.

— Head (size 1,75mm crochet hook) :

Info :

Stuff as you go. Use coffee yarn color for both toys:

Round 1 :

Start 6sc in a mr (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

(inc, 1sc)* 6 (18)

Round 4 :

1sc, inc, (2sc, inc)* 5, 1sc (24)

Round 5 :

(inc, 3sc)* 6 (30)

Round 6 :

2sc, inc, (4sc, inc)* 5, 2sc (36)

Round 7 :

(inc, 5sc)* 6 (42)

Round 8 :

3sc, inc, (6sc, inc)* 5, 3sc (48)

Round 9-16 :

48sc- 8 rounds (48)

Round 17 :

18sc, 12 hdc inc, 18sc (60)

Round 18 :

9sc, (inc, 2sc)* 3, 24sc, (2sc, inc)* 3, 9sc (66)

Round 19-28 :

66sc- 10 rounds (66)

Round 29 :

(dec, 9sc)* 6 (60)

Round 30 :

4sc, dec, (8sc, dec)* 5, 4sc (54)

Round 31 :

(dec, 7sc)* 6 (48)

Round 32 :

3sc, dec, (6sc, dec)* 5, 3sc (42)

Round 33 :

(dec, 5sc)* 6 (36)

Round 34 :

2sc, dec, (4sc, dec)* 5, 2sc (30)

Round 35 :

(dec, 3sc)* 6 (24)

Round 36 :

1sc, dec, (2sc, dec)* 5, 1sc (18)

Round 37 :

(dec, 1sc)* 6 (12)

Round 38 :

6dec (6). Close the opening. Fasten off and cut the yarn.

— Head Decoration :

Info :

Use black threads to decorate the muzzle. Step 6 rounds up and down from a mr (beginning of the head) (pic. 1 and 2). Sew the eyes between the 16th and the 17th rounds, with the distance 3hdc (focus on the 17th round, where you made hdc inc. Between the 5th and the 6th inc- blue pin and the 7th and the 8th inc – white pin)- pic.2. Embroider the eyebrows. Embroider maroon colored nose, it takes 6-8sc and 1 round tall – pic. 4, 5, 6.

Info :

Head sculpting: Work in the 16th round. Insert the needle into the foundation of the head and pull out of the 16th round under left eye (where blue pin is placed). Step 3sc, insert the needle under right eye (where white pin is placed) and pull out of foundation of the head into the same opening. Stretch threads and make a knot to fasten off. Hide inside the head.

Info :

Sew the head to the body, using remained yarn tail.

— Horns (make 2) :

Info :

use size 1,75mm crochet hook. Graphite yarn color for both toys. Part 1:

Round 1 :

Start 5sc in a mr (5)

Round 2 :

5inc (10)

Round 3-5 :

10sc- 3 rounds (10)

Info :

Fasten off and cut the yarn.

Part 2 - Round 1 :

Start 5sc in a mr (5)

Part 2 - Round 2 :

5inc (10)

Part 2 - Round 3-4 :

10sc- 2 rounds (10)

Info :

Fasten off and cut the yarn.

Part 3 - Round 1 :

Start 5sc in a mr (5)

Part 3 - Round 2 :

5inc (10)

Part 3 - Round 3 :

10sc (10)

Info :

Do not cut the yarn; continue making basic part of the horn:

Item Name (P1) :

Make ch2 from the 3rd part and connect part 2; 5sc part 2, ch2 and connect part 1; 5sc on part 1. Place stitch marker- new round starts here. Continue working in the round.

Round :

5sc on part 1, 2sc on chain, 5sc on part 2, 2sc on chain, 10sc on part 3, 2sc on chain, 5sc on part 2, 2sc on chain, 5sc on part 1 (38)

Round 3 :

dec, 34sc, dec (36)

Round 4 :

dec, 32sc, dec (34)

Round 5 :

dec, 30sc, dec (32)

Info :

Stuff the horns. Do not stuff basic part of the horn. Put together and sew into FLO. Leave a yarn tail to sew.

Info :

Sew the horns on the 13th round (from the place where you have finished making the head). With the distance 18sc.

— Ears (size 1,75mm crochet hook) :

Info :

Do not stuff. Coffee yarn color:

Round 1 :

Start 6sc in a mr (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

12sc (12)

Round 4 :

(inc, 1sc)* 6 (18)

Round 5 :

18sc (18)

Round 6 :

1sc, inc, (2sc, inc)* 5, 1sc (24)

Round 7 :

24sc (24)

Round 8 :

1sc, dec, (2sc, dec)*5, 1sc (18)

Round 9 :

(dec, 1sc)* 6 (12)

Round 10 :

Put together and crochet 5sc through the loops of both sides. Sew the edges (1sc and 5sc). Leave a yarn tail to sew.

Info :

Sew the ears in front of the horns on the 12th round from the end of the head. With the distance 20sc.

— Scarf (size 1,75mm crochet hook) :

Info :

Grey yarn color:

Round 1 :

ch111, from the 2nd stitch from hook: 110sc (110)

Round 2 :

110sc -1round (110). Fasten off and cut the yarn.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the head to the body using the remaining yarn tail from the head and secure with hidden stitches.
  • Sew the horns on the 13th round of the head with a distance of 18sc between them, using the yarn tail left from the horns.
  • Attach the ears in front of the horns on the 12th round from the end of the head, spacing them about 20sc apart.
  • Attach arms to the body by crocheting them into the body round as instructed (grab loops of arm and body simultaneously) on the connecting round.
  • Sew straps to the shorts or skirt and fasten with buttons; crisscross straps on the back as pictured.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the beginning of each round and any places referenced for attachments to ensure accurate alignment.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and evenly and avoid overstuffing to keep the toy shape smooth and proportionate.
  • 💡Hide and weave in yarn tails inside the work to keep seams neat and prevent unraveling.

Congratulations on finishing your adorable reindeer amigurumi — a charming handmade friend ready to gift or display. This pattern brings together colorwork, shaping and tiny details to create a delightful character you can be proud of. Thank you for choosing this pattern and happy crocheting! 🧶🎁

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 21 cm tall when using the recommended yarn and 1.75mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but this will change the final size; choose an appropriate hook and expect changes in stitch counts and proportions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and requires familiarity with basic amigurumi techniques, working in rounds, increases, decreases and simple colorwork.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 8-10 hours, though time may vary depending on experience level and pace.

How do I attach the horns and ears securely?

Sew the horns to the 13th round of the head spaced 18sc apart and place the ears in front of the horns on the 12th round spaced about 20sc; use the yarn tails and a yarn needle to secure firmly.