🐘 Amigurumi Elephant – Free Crochet Pattern and Tutorial
Amigurumi elephants are some of the most adorable crochet toys you can create. With their big floppy ears, sweet trunks, and chubby bodies, these little elephants make excellent gifts for babies, children, or anyone who loves handmade toys. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced crocheter, this pattern guide will help you craft a soft, huggable elephant step by step—with no cost for the pattern!
🧵 Materials Needed
- Worsted weight or cotton yarn in two colors (main body and inner ears)
- Crochet hook size 2.5 mm–3.5 mm (adjust based on yarn)
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing
- 6 mm or 8 mm safety eyes (or black embroidery thread)
- Yarn needle for sewing parts
- Stitch marker (for working in rounds)
- Scissors
✨ Basic Stitches Used
- Magic Ring (MR)
- Single Crochet (SC)
- Increase (INC) – 2 SC in same stitch
- Decrease (DEC) – SC 2 stitches together
- Slip Stitch (SL ST)
- Chain (CH)
🐘 Amigurumi Elephant Free Pattern
✅ Head and Body (Worked in one piece)
- Round 1: Magic ring, 6 SC (6)
- Round 2: INC in each stitch around (12)
- Round 3: 1 SC, INC repeat (18)
- Round 4: 2 SC, INC repeat (24)
- Round 5–10: SC around (24)
- Round 11: 2 SC, DEC repeat (18)
- Round 12: 1 SC, DEC repeat (12)
- Stuff head firmly
- Round 13: INC in each stitch (24)
- Round 14: 3 SC, INC repeat (30)
- Round 15–20: SC around (30)
- Round 21: 3 SC, DEC repeat (24)
- Round 22: 2 SC, DEC repeat (18)
- Round 23: 1 SC, DEC repeat (12)
- Stuff body and close with SC or SL ST, fasten off
✅ Trunk
- Round 1: MR, 6 SC (6)
- Round 2–6: SC around (6)
- Slightly stuff and curve as desired
- Fasten off, leave tail for sewing
✅ Ears (Make 2)
- Round 1: MR, 6 SC
- Round 2: INC in each stitch (12)
- Round 3: 1 SC, INC repeat (18)
- Round 4: 2 SC, INC repeat (24)
- Round 5: 3 SC, INC repeat (30)
- Fasten off, leave long tail for sewing
- Optional: Use a contrasting yarn for a colorful inner ear effect
✅ Legs (Make 4)
- Round 1: MR, 6 SC (6)
- Round 2: INC in each stitch (12)
- Round 3–5: SC around (12)
- Slightly stuff and fasten off, leaving tail for sewing
✅ Tail (Optional)
- Chain 5, SL ST back across, add a tiny tuft of yarn at the end.
🪡 Assembly Guide
- Sew the trunk to the center front of the head.
- Attach the ears on each side of the head, slightly below the top.
- Sew on the safety eyes or embroider eyes between the ears and trunk.
- Attach legs evenly under the body.
- Sew on the tail at the back.
- Add optional blush or felt circles for cheeks.
💡 Creative Variations
- 🐘 Use pastel colors for a baby-friendly elephant.
- 🎀 Add a bow tie or flower for decoration.
- 🌈 Create a rainbow elephant using multiple yarn colors.
- 🐾 Stitch initials or a tiny heart on the belly for personalization.
🎁 Perfect Gift Idea
Amigurumi elephants are ideal for:
- Baby showers
- Nursery decor
- Birthdays
- Handmade gifts
- Toy donations
💬 Final Thoughts
Crocheting an amigurumi elephant is not only fun but also incredibly rewarding. With just a bit of yarn and some simple stitches, you can bring this lovable creature to life. Whether you keep it for yourself or gift it to someone special, your handmade elephant will be treasured for years to come.
🧶 Happy Hooking!
