Bring a touch of the savannah to your crafting space with this adorable Amigurumi Giraffe crochet pattern! Perfect for gifting or decorating a nursery, this charming little creature with its friendly smile and cozy scarf is sure to melt hearts. Follow our detailed instructions to create your very own lovable long-necked friend today.
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Crochet Pattern: Cuddle-Ready Amigurumi Giraffe Crochet Pattern: Your New Favorite Stuffed Toy
Materials
DK weight yarn in Mustard Yellow (MC), Dark Brown (DB), Sky Blue (SB), Grass Green (GG)
2.5mm crochet hook
6mm safety eyes
Polyester fiberfill 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 2 together)
sl st: Slip Stitch
FO: Fasten Off
R: Round
[ ] x N: Repeat instructions in brackets N times
(N): Total number of stitches in the round
Instructions
Important Notes: Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round. Stuff firmly as you go.
Head (MC 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-R10: sc around (30) (5 rounds)
Insert safety eyes between R7 and R8, about 6-7 stitches apart. Embroider a small smile below the eyes.
R11: [3 sc, dec] x 6 (24)
R12: [2 sc, dec] x 6 (18)
Start stuffing firmly.
R13: [sc, dec] x 6 (12)
R14: [dec] x 6 (6)
FO, close the remaining hole with a tapestry needle, weave in end.
Muzzle (MC yarn)
R1: Ch 4. sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next, 3 sc in last ch. Work on other side of ch: sc in next, 2 sc in last (8)
R2: inc, sc, [inc] x 3, sc, [inc] x 2 (14)
R3: sc around (14)
Sl st, FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff before attaching.
Ears (x2) (MC yarn)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: [sc, inc] x 3 (9)
R3: sc around (9)
Flatten the ear and sc through both sides to close. FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Horns (x2) (DB and MC yarn)
Start with DB yarn:
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: sc around (6)
Change to MC yarn:
R3-R4: sc around (6) (2 rounds)
Stuff lightly. FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Body (MC 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)
R13: [4 sc, dec] x 6 (30)
R14-R15: sc around (30) (2 rounds)
R16: [3 sc, dec] x 6 (24)
R17-R18: sc around (24) (2 rounds)
Start stuffing firmly.
R19: [2 sc, dec] x 6 (18)
R20: sc around (18)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Finish stuffing firmly.
Legs (x4) (DB and MC yarn)
Start with DB yarn:
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: [inc] x 6 (12)
R3: sc around in BLO (12)
R4: sc around (12)
Change to MC yarn:
R5-R10: sc around (12) (6 rounds)
Stuff firmly. FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Tail (MC and DB yarn)
Using MC yarn, ch 8.
Sl st into the 2nd ch from hook, sl st in next 6 ch.
For the tuft, use DB yarn: cut 3-4 strands, about 3 cm long. Fold them in half and attach with a loop to the end of the yellow chain. Trim evenly.
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Spots (x5-6) (DB yarn)
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: [inc] x 6 (12)
Sl st, FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Make 5-6 spots as desired.
Scarf (SB and GG yarn)
Using SB yarn, ch 35.
R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (34 sc). Ch 1, turn.
R2: Sc across (34 sc). Change to GG yarn. Ch 1, turn.
R3-R4: Sc across (34 sc). Change to SB yarn. Ch 1, turn.
R5-R6: Sc across (34 sc). Change to GG yarn. Ch 1, turn.
R7-R8: Sc across (34 sc). Change to SB yarn. Ch 1, turn.
R9: Sc across (34 sc).
FO, weave in all ends.
Assembly
Sew the head to the body.
Sew the muzzle onto the front of the head, centered below the eyes.
Sew the ears to the top sides of the head.
Sew the horns to the top of the head, slightly behind the ears.
Sew the legs to the bottom of the body. Ensure even spacing for stability.
Sew the tail to the back of the body.
Sew the dark brown spots onto the body, referring to the image for placement.
Tie the colorful scarf around your giraffe’s neck.
