Dive into the festive season with this charming Christmas Axolotl Amigurumi! This pattern will guide you step-by-step to create your very own holiday-themed amphibian, complete with a tiny Santa hat and a cozy scarf. Perfect for gifting or decorating, this little axolotl will bring a smile to anyone’s face.
Craft a Festive Friend: Why You’ll Love This Christmas Axolotl
There’s nothing quite like the joy of handmade creations, especially during the holidays. This unique Christmas Axolotl amigurumi makes a delightful gift for animal lovers, a whimsical stocking stuffer, or an adorable addition to your festive decor. Its distinctive look and cheerful accessories make it an instant favorite that’s fun to crochet.
Crochet Pattern: Swim into the Holidays with this Adorable Christmas Axolotl Amigurumi Pattern!
Materials
Worsted weight yarn in Blush Pink (for body)
Worsted weight yarn in Rose Pink (for gills and tail fin detail)
Worsted weight yarn in Crimson Red (for hat and scarf)
Worsted weight yarn in Snow White (for hat trim and pom-pom)
2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook (or hook size to achieve tight stitches)
6mm black safety eyes
Black embroidery floss
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
Scissors
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
ch: Chain
sc: Single Crochet
inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: Decrease (sc two stitches together)
sl st: Slip Stitch
FO: Fasten Off
BLO: Back Loop Only
st/sts: Stitch/Stitches
Rnd: Round
Instructions
Gauge: Not crucial for this project, but ensure your stitches are tight enough so stuffing does not show through.
Notes: Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of each round.
Body and Head (Blush Pink)
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (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 around (36) – 6 rounds total
Rnd 13: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
Rnd 14-16: sc around (30) – 3 rounds total
Insert safety eyes between Rnd 10 and 11, about 6-7 stitches apart. Embroider a small smile between Rnd 9 and 10 using black floss.
Rnd 17: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Start stuffing firmly. Continue stuffing as you go.
Rnd 18: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 19: (sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 20: (dec) x 6 (6)
FO, weave in ends, and close the hole.
Gills (Make 6 – Rose Pink)
Ch 4.
Starting in the 2nd ch from hook: sl st, sc, sl st. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Attach 3 gills to each side of the head, above the eyes, sewing them securely.
Arms (Make 2 – Blush Pink)
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2-4: sc around (6) – 3 rounds total
Stuff lightly. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Attach arms to the sides of the body, around Rnd 16-17.
Legs (Make 2 – Blush Pink)
Rnd 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2-4: sc around (6) – 3 rounds total
Stuff lightly. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Attach legs to the bottom sides of the body, around Rnd 19-20.
Tail (Blush Pink & Rose Pink)
Using Blush Pink:
Row 1: Ch 6. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 4 sts (5). Ch 1, turn.
Row 2: Inc, 3 sc, inc (7). Ch 1, turn.
Row 3: Sc across (7). Ch 1, turn.
Row 4: Inc, 5 sc, inc (9). Ch 1, turn.
Row 5-8: Sc across (9). Ch 1, turn. – 4 rows total
Row 9: Dec, 5 sc, dec (7). Ch 1, turn.
Row 10: Sc across (7). Ch 1, turn.
Row 11: Dec, 3 sc, dec (5). Ch 1, turn.
Row 12: Sc across (5).
Do not FO. Now, using Rose Pink, ch 1 and sc around the entire edge of the tail (including the initial chain edge) to create a neat border. Sl st to first sc, FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Sew the tail to the back of the body, centered.
Santa Hat
Hat Cone (Crimson Red)
Rnd 1: MR, 4 sc (4)
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x 2 (6)
Rnd 3: sc around (6)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 2 (8)
Rnd 5: sc around (8)
Rnd 6: (3 sc, inc) x 2 (10)
Rnd 7: sc around (10)
Rnd 8: (4 sc, inc) x 2 (12)
Rnd 9: sc around (12)
Rnd 10: (5 sc, inc) x 2 (14)
Rnd 11: sc around (14)
Rnd 12: (6 sc, inc) x 2 (16)
Sl st to next st. FO.
Hat Brim (Snow White)
Join white yarn to Rnd 12 of the hat cone.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in BLO around (16). Sl st to first sc.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc around (16). Sl st to first sc. FO, weave in ends.
Pom-pom (Snow White)
Make a tiny pom-pom using white yarn (about 0.5-1 inch diameter). Sew it securely to the tip of the hat.
Place the hat on the axolotl’s head. You can stitch it in place with a few small stitches.
Scarf (Crimson Red)
Ch 40 (or desired length).
Starting in 2nd ch from hook: sc across (39). Ch 1, turn.
Row 2-3: Sc across (39). Ch 1, turn.
FO, weave in ends. Tie the scarf around the axolotl’s neck.
Finishing
Ensure all parts are securely sewn.
Lightly shape your axolotl as needed.
Your Christmas Axolotl is now ready to spread holiday cheer!
