Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with this adorable Christmas Lion Amigurumi! Dressed in his tiny Santa hat and green scarf, this little king of the jungle is ready to be a festive companion or a charming gift. This pattern guides you through creating a charming, handmade plushie perfect for the festive season, bringing a touch of playful warmth to any celebration.
Craft a Heartwarming Holiday Companion
There’s nothing quite like the joy of creating a handmade gift, and this festive lion is sure to melt hearts. Whether nestled under the Christmas tree, adorning a mantelpiece, or becoming a beloved toy, this amigurumi project allows you to infuse your holiday celebrations with a personal touch. Its charming details make it a delightful piece for crafters of all levels to enjoy.
Crochet Pattern: Roar into the Holidays: Festive Christmas Lion Amigurumi Pattern
Materials
Worsted weight yarn in Yellow
Worsted weight yarn in Orange
Worsted weight yarn in White
Worsted weight yarn in Red
Worsted weight yarn in Green
Small amount of Black embroidery floss
Small amount of Pink embroidery floss (for cheeks)
2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook (or hook suitable for your yarn)
6mm safety eyes
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker
Scissors
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: decrease (sc two stitches together)
hdc: half double crochet
dc: double crochet
tr: treble crochet
st(s): stitch(es)
sl st: slip stitch
FO: Fasten Off
rep: repeat
(…) x N: repeat instructions in parentheses N times
[N]: total number of stitches
Instructions
This pattern is worked in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of each round.
HEAD (Yellow Yarn)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Rnd 2: (inc) x 6 [12]
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 6 [18]
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 [24]
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 [36]
Rnd 7-12: sc in each st around (6 rounds) [36]
Place safety eyes between Rnd 10 and 11, about 6-7 sts apart.
Rnd 13: (4 sc, dec) x 6 [30]
Rnd 14: (3 sc, dec) x 6 [24]
Stuff head firmly.
Rnd 15: (2 sc, dec) x 6 [18]
Rnd 16: (sc, dec) x 6 [12]
Rnd 17: (dec) x 6 [6]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Weave through front loops of remaining 6 sts and pull tight to close.
MUZZLE (White Yarn)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Rnd 2: (inc) x 6 [12]
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 6 [18]
Rnd 4-5: sc in each st around (2 rounds) [18]
Sl st to next st, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff and sew to the face below the eyes. Embroider a small black nose and mouth with black embroidery floss. Embroider pink blush on cheeks with pink embroidery floss.
EARS (Make 2 – Orange and White Yarn)
With Orange yarn, 6 sc in MR [6]
With White yarn, 6 sc in MR [6]
For each ear, join an orange and a white circle by crocheting sc around both, or simply sew them together for the layered look. Fold each circle in half and sew onto the head between Rnd 8-10.
MANE (Orange Yarn)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Rnd 2: (inc) x 6 [12]
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 6 [18]
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 [24]
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 [36]
Rnd 7: (sl st, ch 2, 3 dc in same st, ch 2, sl st in next st) x 18 around the previous round’s stitches. This creates the ‘petals’.
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Pin and sew the mane to the head, centering it around the face.
BODY (Yellow Yarn)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Rnd 2: (inc) x 6 [12]
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 6 [18]
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 [24]
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 [30]
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 [36]
Rnd 7-14: sc in each st around (8 rounds) [36]
Rnd 15: (4 sc, dec) x 6 [30]
Rnd 16: (3 sc, dec) x 6 [24]
Stuff firmly.
Rnd 17: (2 sc, dec) x 6 [18]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew the body to the bottom of the head.
ARMS (Make 2 – Yellow Yarn)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x 3 [9]
Rnd 3-8: sc in each st around (6 rounds) [9]
Lightly stuff. Pinch opening flat and sc across to close. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew to sides of body.
LEGS (Make 2 – Yellow Yarn)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Rnd 2: (inc) x 6 [12]
Rnd 3: (3 sc, inc) x 3 [15]
Rnd 4-7: sc in each st around (4 rounds) [15]
Lightly stuff. Pinch opening flat and sc across to close. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew to bottom of body.
SANTA HAT (Red and White Yarn)
Start with Red yarn.
Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR [4]
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x 2 [6]
Rnd 3: sc in each st around [6]
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 2 [8]
Rnd 5: sc in each st around [8]
Rnd 6: (3 sc, inc) x 2 [10]
Rnd 7: sc in each st around [10]
Rnd 8: (4 sc, inc) x 2 [12]
Rnd 9: sc in each st around [12]
Rnd 10: (5 sc, inc) x 2 [14]
Rnd 11: sc in each st around [14]
Rnd 12: (6 sc, inc) x 2 [16]
Change to White yarn.
Rnd 13: sc in each st around [16]
FO.
Pompom (White Yarn): 6 sc in MR. Sl st, FO. Weave through front loops and pull tight. Attach to the tip of the hat.
SCARF (Green Yarn)
Row 1: Ch 4. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 2 ch. Ch 1, turn [3]
Row 2-30 (or desired length): Sc in each st across. Ch 1, turn [3]
