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Reindeer Amigurumi Pattern

Reindeer Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 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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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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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 creates a dressed reindeer amigurumi with removable clothing and charming details like horns, ears and a scarf. You will crochet the head, body, arms, legs and accessories using small hook sizes for fine stitching. The project includes colorwork for shorts or a skirt and assembly instructions to finish neatly. Photos and clear steps guide you through shaping and decorating the face.

Reindeer Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern uses YarnArt Jeans and soft yarn accents to achieve a sturdy, textured toy. Both boy and girl versions are included with instructions for maroon or grey colorways.

Why You'll Love This Reindeer Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines classic amigurumi shaping with playful clothing details that make each reindeer unique. I enjoyed designing the tiny colorwork skirt and shorts — they add personality without being difficult to crochet. The face shaping and embroidery let you bring real expression to the toy, which always makes me smile. I also appreciate that the pattern teaches tidy finishing techniques so the final toy looks professional and durable.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easily you can customize this reindeer by swapping yarn colors; try pastel shades for a soft nursery look or bright holiday colors for seasonal gifts.

You can make a miniature keychain version by using thinner yarn and a smaller hook for a tiny, portable reindeer.

I often change the nose color and facial embroidery to vary expressions — a smaller nose or a different eyebrow angle can change the personality completely.

To make a cuddly version, use bulkier yarn and a larger hook; the reindeer will be chunkier and softer to hug.

I sometimes add tiny felt accessories like scarves, hats, or little crocheted mittens for seasonal outfits that can be removed and swapped.

If you want posable limbs, I add a small length of wire inside the arms and legs before stuffing; it helps with posing for displays.

I also experiment with safety eyes or embroidered eyes depending on the recipient — beads for a shiny look, embroidery for a child-safe option.

Change the skirt design by using different colorwork charts or simple stripes to match your decor or gift theme.

I like to personalize each reindeer by sewing small charms or initials on the straps; it makes the toy a more meaningful gift.

For a rustic feel, use natural wool and wooden buttons, or for a modern look, choose neon accents — I always recommend swatching to preview the final effect.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers when joining legs to make the body can misplace the new round; place a marker where instructed and shift it when you change the start of the round. ✗ Overstuffing limbs will distort shape and make sewing difficult; stuff gradually to the recommended level and shape while you go for even results. ✗ Not counting stitches after increases and decreases causes uneven rounds and mismatched joins; count stitches at each round break and after any shaping sequence. ✗ Cutting yarn too early when making parts with joined sections prevents proper assembly; follow the pattern for when to fasten off and when to leave tails for sewing.

Reindeer Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming handmade reindeer amigurumi with detailed step-by-step instructions. This pattern guides you through head shaping, limbs, clothing and cute facial details. You will create two wardrobe options (pants or skirt) and decorative accessories for a personalized toy. Perfect for gifting or decorating your holiday home with a handmade companion.

Intermediate 5-7 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 (polyester filling) - small amount for head, arms, legs
  • 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 weaving ends
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Stitch markers
  • 06
    Hard plastic material or a cardboard (for leg insole)
  • 07
    Black round beads 6-8mm (2 pieces) to make the eyes
  • 08
    4 wooden buttons d.10mm
  • 09
    Pins for placement (optional)

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— ARMS :

Info :

ARMS (make 2): Stuff 2/3 of bottom part of the arm as you go.

Info :

Use coffee yarn color for both toys:

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 :

Cuff: 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 :

Info :

LEGS (make 2): 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). 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). 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 - 18 rounds (18). 1sc to shift stitch marker to the middle of back part of the leg.

Round 33 (left) :

12sc, sl st

Round 33 (right) :

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 - 2 rounds (24). Fasten off, cut the yarn and hide inside the work.

— BODY :

Info :

Body: 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)

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)

— 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 :

Graphite: 84sc (84)

Round 8 :

Maroon: 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 :

Maroon: 84sc (84)

Round 15 :

Graphite: 84sc (84)

Round 16 :

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

Info :

Now continue making the body.

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 :

Info :

HEAD- size 1,75mm crochet hook: 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. Embroider the eyebrows. Embroider maroon colored nose, it takes 6-8sc and 1 round tall.

— Head sculpting :

Info :

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 :

Info :

HORNS (make 2) - use size 1,75mm crochet hook: Graphite yarn color for both toys:

Part 1 - Round 1 :

Start 5sc in a mr (5)

Part 1 - Round 2 :

5inc (10)

Part 1 - Round 3-5 :

10sc - 3 rounds (10). 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). 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: Make ch2 from the 3rd part and connect part 2; 5sc part2, ch2 and connect part 1; 5sc on part1. Place stitch marker- new round starts here. Continue working in the round.

Round 2 :

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 :

Info :

EARS- size 1,75mm crochet hook: 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 :

Info :

SCARF- size 1,75mm crochet hook: 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, matching the placement from the pattern photos and aligning the eyes between rounds 16-17.
  • Attach the horns on the 13th round of the head with a space of 18sc between them, sewing through FLO and hiding ends inside the head.
  • Sew the ears in front of the horns on the 12th round from the end of the head, spacing them about 20sc apart.
  • When joining arms to the body in the join round, crochet through the arm loops and the body simultaneously as specified (grab loops of left arm and body; then right arm), then fasten off leaving a tail to sew if needed.
  • Insert the cardboard or plastic insole into each leg before finishing round 13 and place it inside securely; sew soles closed neatly.
  • Attach straps to the shorts/skirt and sew buttons to secure straps; crisscross according to photo reference.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the start of rounds and to shift the new round start as instructed to keep shaping correct.
  • 💡Stuff parts gradually and shape as you go, especially the head and limbs; overstuffing will distort the shape.
  • 💡When changing color or working into BLO/FLO, be precise about which loop to work to achieve the correct shaping and skirt/pants belt effects.
  • 💡Hide and secure yarn tails inside the work for a neat finish and to prevent unraveling during play.

This reindeer amigurumi pattern brings a sweet handmade companion to life with cozy clothing and tiny details. Whether you make the boy or girl version, the colorwork skirt and shorts add charm and personality. Enjoy the finishing touches like embroidered muzzle and wooden button straps for a gift-ready result. 🧶✨🎁

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished reindeer measures approximately 21 cm tall when using the recommended yarns and 1.75mm hook, as noted in the materials page.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can, but changing yarn weight will alter the final size; if you choose a different weight, adjust hook size accordingly and expect a different finished height.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate; basic amigurumi skills (magic ring, increases/decreases, working in BLO/FLO, simple colorwork) are recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience, colorwork speed, and assembly time.