Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with this irresistibly cute Festive Rhino Amigurumi! Dressed in its charming Santa hat and a cozy striped scarf, this little guy is the perfect handmade gift or festive decoration. Easy to follow and fun to make, this pattern will have you smiling from the first stitch to the last. Bring a touch of unique Christmas magic to your home!
Why You’ll Love Crocheting This Christmas Rhino!
This delightful amigurumi isn’t just a crochet project; it’s a bundle of joy waiting to be created. Imagine this sweet rhino gracing your mantelpiece, peeking from under the Christmas tree, or bringing a smile to a loved one’s face as a thoughtful gift. Its compact size makes it a quick and satisfying make, perfect for adding a personal touch to your holiday decor or gift-giving traditions.
Crochet Pattern: Adorable Festive Rhino Amigurumi: Your New Favorite Christmas Crochet Project!
Materials
Grey yarn (DK or light worsted weight)
White yarn (DK or light worsted weight)
Red yarn (DK or light worsted weight)
Green yarn (DK or light worsted weight)
Light Pink/Flesh Tone yarn (small amount, DK or light worsted weight)
3.0mm crochet hook
6mm safety eyes (Black)
Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
Yarn needle
Scissors
Stitch marker
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st: slip stitch
BLO: back loop only
st(s): stitch(es)
R: Row/Round
Instructions
Rhinoceros Body (Grey Yarn)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (inc) x 6 (12)
R3: (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
R6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
R7-R12: sc around (36) (6 rounds)
Insert safety eyes between R9 and R10, about 7-8 stitches apart.
R13: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
R14: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Stuff the head firmly.
R15: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
R16-R19: sc around (18) (4 rounds for neck/upper body)
R20: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R21: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
R22-R26: sc around (30) (5 rounds for body)
R27: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
R28: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Continue stuffing firmly.
R29: (sc, dec) x 6 (12)
R30: (dec) x 6 (6)
Fasten off, weave in tail to close.
Ears (Make 2 – Grey Yarn)
R1: 4 sc in MR (4)
R2: (inc) x 4 (8)
R3: (sc, inc) x 4 (12)
R4-R5: sc around (12)
Flatten and fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew to head between R6 and R7, folded slightly.
Inner Ears (Make 2 – Light Pink/Flesh Tone Yarn)
Ch 3
R1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in last ch. Ch 1, turn. (2)
R2: sc in each st across. (2)
Fasten off, leaving a short tail. Sew to the inside of the grey ears before attaching to the head.
Horn (White Yarn)
R1: 4 sc in MR (4)
R2: (sc, inc) x 2 (6)
R3: sc around (6)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 2 (8)
Stuff lightly. Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing. Sew to head just above and between the eyes.
Legs (Make 4 – Grey Yarn)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: (sc, inc) x 3 (9)
R3-R6: sc around (9) (4 rounds)
Stuff lightly. Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing. Flatten and sew to the underside of the body, evenly spaced.
Santa Hat (Red Yarn)
R1: 4 sc in MR (4)
R2: sc around (4)
R3: (sc, inc) x 2 (6)
R4: sc around (6)
R5: (2 sc, inc) x 2 (8)
R6: sc around (8)
R7: (3 sc, inc) x 2 (10)
R8: sc around (10)
R9: (4 sc, inc) x 2 (12)
R10: sc around (12)
R11: (5 sc, inc) x 2 (14)
R12: sc around (14)
R13: (6 sc, inc) x 2 (16)
R14: sc around (16)
Change to White Yarn for Brim:
R15: In BLO, sc around (16)
R16: sc around (16)
Sl st, fasten off. Weave in ends.
Pom-Pom: Make a small white yarn pom-pom and securely attach to the tip of the hat. Place the hat on the rhino’s head.
Scarf (Green and Red Yarn)
With Green Yarn, ch 4.
R1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, 2 sc. Ch 1, turn (3)
R2-R3: sc across (3)
Change to Red Yarn.
R4-R5: sc across (3)
Change to Green Yarn.
Repeat R2-R5 until scarf is desired length (approx. 18-20 rows total, alternating colors every two rows).
Fasten off, weave in ends. Tie around the rhino’s neck.
