Dive into the festive spirit with this absolutely adorable Christmas Dolphin Amigurumi! Dressed in a cozy Santa hat and a charming green and white scarf, this little marine friend is ready to bring a wave of holiday cheer to your home. Perfect as a unique gift or a delightful decoration, this pattern is designed for crocheters of all levels to enjoy.
Make a Splash This Season with Your Own Handmade Holiday Dolphin!
There’s nothing quite like the joy of creating handmade treasures, especially for the holidays. This Christmas Dolphin pattern offers a wonderful opportunity to craft a special keepsake that will be cherished for years. Its whimsical design and festive accessories make it a standout piece, spreading warmth and smiles wherever it goes. Get ready to crochet your way to a merry and bright celebration!
DK weight yarn in White (belly, snout, hat brim, scarf details, pom-pom)
DK weight yarn in Red (Santa hat)
DK weight yarn in Green (scarf)
2.5mm crochet hook
6mm black 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 (sc2tog)
sl st: slip stitch
FO: Fasten off
(…) x N: Repeat instructions in parentheses N times
[N]: Total number of stitches at the end of the round/row
Instructions
Special Note: This pattern is worked in continuous rounds. Use a stitch marker to keep track of your first stitch in each round.
Dolphin Body (Blue & White)
Start with Blue yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc in ring. [6]
Round 2: (inc) x 6. [12]
Round 3: (sc, inc) x 6. [18]
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6. [24]
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6. [30]
Rounds 6-10: Sc in each stitch around. [30]
Round 11: (4 sc, inc) x 6. [36]
Rounds 12-14: Sc in each stitch around. [36]
Round 15: (5 sc, inc) x 6. [42]
Rounds 16-18: Sc in each stitch around. [42]
Round 19: (5 sc, dec) x 6. [36]
Round 20: (4 sc, dec) x 6. [30]
Round 21: (3 sc, dec) x 6. [24]
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 10 and 11, about 8-10 stitches apart. Begin stuffing firmly.
Round 22: (2 sc, dec) x 6. [18]
Round 23: (sc, dec) x 6. [12]
Round 24: (dec) x 6. [6]
FO, weave in ends.
Dolphin Snout (White)
Start with White yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc in ring. [6]
Round 2: (sc, inc) x 3. [9]
Rounds 3-4: Sc in each stitch around. [9]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff and sew onto the front of the dolphin head below the eyes.
Side Fins (Make 2 – Blue)
Start with Blue yarn.
Row 1: Ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 3 ch. [4]
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc, dec. [2]
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, dec. [1]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew one fin to each side of the dolphin body around Rounds 17-19.
Dorsal Fin (Make 1 – Blue)
Start with Blue yarn.
Row 1: Ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 4 ch. [5]
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc, dec. [3]
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc. [2]
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, dec. [1]
FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Sew to the top of the dolphin’s back around Rounds 15-17.
Tail Fluke (Make 2 halves – Blue)
Start with Blue yarn.
Row 1: Ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 5 ch. [6]
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in each stitch across. [6]
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, dec, 2 sc, dec. [4]
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, dec x 2. [2]
FO, leaving a long tail. Sew the two halves together, then attach to the back of the dolphin body.
Santa Hat (Red & White)
Start with Red yarn.
Round 1: MR, 4 sc in ring. [4]
Round 2: (sc, inc) x 2. [6]
Round 3: Sc in each stitch around. [6]
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x 2. [8]
Round 5: Sc in each stitch around. [8]
Round 6: (3 sc, inc) x 2. [10]
Round 7: Sc in each stitch around. [10]
Round 8: (4 sc, inc) x 2. [12]
Round 9: Sc in each stitch around. [12]
Round 10: (5 sc, inc) x 2. [14]
Round 11: Sc in each stitch around. [14]
Round 12: (6 sc, inc) x 2. [16]
Round 13: Sc in each stitch around. [16]
Switch to White yarn.
Round 14: Sc in each stitch around. [16] (This forms the brim)
FO, leaving a tail for sewing.
Hat Pom-pom (White)
Make a small pom-pom from white yarn and sew it to the tip of the Santa hat.
Scarf (Green & White)
Start with Green yarn.
Row 1: Ch 50 (or desired length), sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. [49]
Row 2: Ch 1, turn. *3 sc in Green, 1 sc in White, 3 sc in Green, 1 sc in White*. Repeat from * to * across. [49] (Alternate colors to create the pattern seen in the image – this may require carrying yarn or changing frequently. A simpler version is just alternating green and white stitches or stripes).
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc in each stitch around in Green. [49]
FO. Weave in ends. Wrap around the dolphin’s neck.
Finishing: Sew the Santa hat onto the dolphin’s head. Adjust and secure the scarf. Weave in any remaining loose ends. Your Christmas Dolphin is ready to celebrate!
