Craft Your Own Adorable Plush Giraffe Amigurumi – Free Crochet Pattern
Prepare to embark on a charming crochet journey with our Cute Plush Giraffe Amigurumi Free Pattern. Whether you’re an experienced crocheter or a beginner eager to learn, this pattern is suitable for all skill levels. Our easy-to-follow instructions will guide you through the creation of an endearing amigurumi giraffe, perfect for hugging and showcasing your crochet skills. This project offers not only a creative outlet but also a unique handmade gift for animal lovers of all ages. So, grab your crochet hook, your favorite yarn colors, and let’s get started on this adorable crafting adventure. Let’s crochet a cute plush giraffe that will bring joy to your heart and those you share it with!
Abbreviations:
R = row
mc = magic circle
ch = chain
sc = single crochet
st = stitch
sl st = slip stitch
inc = 2 sc in the next stitch
dec = join the next 2 stitches into 1
( ) = number of stitches you should have at the end of the round/row
( ) x 6 = repeat whatever is between the brackets the number of times stated
PATTERN
Head
Start with brown yarn:
R 1: mc with 6 st (6)
R 2: inc x 6 (12)
R 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
R 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
R 7-9: 36 sc (36)
Continue with yellow yarn:
R 10: 36 sc (36)
R 11: (5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)
R 12 – 14: 42 sc (42)
R 15: (6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)
R 16 – 18: 48 sc (48)
R 19: (6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)
R 20 – 21: 42 sc (42)
R 22: (5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)
R 23: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
R 24: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
R 25: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
R 26: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
R 27: dec x 6 (6)
Ears (make 2)
With yellow yarn:
R 1: mc with 4 st (4)
R 2: inc x 4 (8)
R 3: (3 sc, inc) x 2 (10)
R 4: (4 sc, inc) x 2 (12)
R 5: (5 sc, inc) x 2 (14)
R 6: (6 sc, inc) x 2 (16)
R 7: (7 sc, inc) x 2 (18)
R 8: 18 sc (18)
R 9: (4 sc, dec) x 3 (15)
R 10: (3 sc, dec) x 3 (12)
R 11: (1 sc, dec) x 4 (8)
Horns (make 2)
Start with brown yarn:
R 1: mc with 6 st (6)
R 2: inc x 6 (12)
R 3-4: 12 sc (12)
R 5: (1 sc, dec) x 4 (8)
Continue with yellow yarn:
R 6 – 7: 8 sc (8)
R 8: (dec, 2 sc) x 2 (6)
R 9: 6 sc (6)
Arms (make 2)
R 1: mc with 6 st (6)
R 2: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (9)
R 3 – 11: 9 sc (9)
Tail
1: 8 ch
2: sl st in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across (7)
Legs (make 2)
With yellow yarn:
R 1: mc with 6 st (6)
R 2: inc x 6 (12)
R 3 – 7: 12 sc (12)
Don’t cut the yarn when you’ll finish the second leg.
Continue crocheting the body starting from the second leg.
R 1: Crochet 3 ch from the second leg and join it with the first leg, 12 sc on first leg, sc in next 3ch, 12 sc on second leg, sc in next 3ch (opposite side) (30)
R 2: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
R 3 – 4: 36 sc (36)
R 5: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
R 6 – 7: 30 sc (30)
R 8: (8 sc, dec) x 3 (27)
R 9 – 11: 27 sc (27)
R 12: (7 sc, dec) x 3 (24)
R 13 – 14: 24 sc, join arms
R 15: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
R 16 – 26: 18 sc (18)
Spot (make 3)
With brown yarn:
R 1: mc with 6 st (6)
R 2: inc x 6 (12)
