Get into the holiday spirit with this Crochet Christmas Deer amigurumi pattern, designed by the talented Brazilian amigurumi designer ellescrochet. This adorable deer, named Rudolph, is a perfect addition to your Christmas decorations and a wonderful gift for the festive season. With its charming features, this crochet deer will become a cherished part of your holiday traditions.
Features of the Crochet Christmas Deer Amigurumi:
- Festive Design: Rudolph, the Christmas deer, has all the perfect features to make it an iconic Christmas decoration. The tip of the deer’s nose is made in bright red yarn, symbolizing Rudolph’s famous red nose. The white sweater adds a cozy touch to this holiday character.
- Tiny Antlers & Ears: This deer amigurumi features tiny horns and ears that contribute to its cuteness. Without the horns, it could almost be mistaken for a teddy bear!
- Perfect for Holiday Decor: Rudolph’s short legs and festive design make it ideal for adding a whimsical touch to your Christmas tree or using as a holiday decoration.
- No Images, But Detailed Instructions: While this crochet deer pattern doesn’t include step-by-step images, the explanatory text is thorough enough to ensure you can easily follow along, even if you’re a beginner.
- Combine with a Christmas Hat: Add a little extra cheer by pairing your crochet deer with a festive Christmas hat for a complete holiday look.
Why You’ll Love This Pattern:
This Rudolph crochet deer will bring a jolly charm to your Christmas decorations, whether you’re displaying it on your tree, giving it as a gift, or simply adding it to your holiday collection. The design is both easy to follow and fun to crochet, making it a great choice for all skill levels.
Designer: ellescrochet
Download the Free PDF Pattern and start creating your own Crochet Christmas Deer today—perfect for spreading Christmas cheer!
Abbreviations
– am – magic ring
– sc – single crochet
– inc – increase
– ch – chain stitch
– dec – decrease
– [] – repeats
– () – number of stitches at the end of the row
Materials List
– Amigurumi yarn in craft colors (7148), carmine (3528), porcelain (7564) and brigadeiro (7569)
– Plush amigurumi yarn in white (8001)
– Eyes with safety lock no. 09.
– Crochet hook compatible with the chosen yarn.
– Tapestry needle.
– Stuffing.
Head and body – Use craft colored yarn.
1) 6sc in a magic ring (6)
2) 6 inc (12)
3) [1sc, inc] x6 (18)
4) [2sc, inc] x6 (24)
5) [3sc, inc] x6 (30)
6) [4sc, inc] x6 (36)
7-11) sc in each row (36) – 5 rows
12) 7sc, 3inc, 15sc, 3inc, 8sc (42)
13 and 14) sc in each row (42) – 2 rows
15) 7sc, [1sc, inc] x3, 15sc, [1sc, inc] x3, 8sc (48)
16 and 17) sc in each row (48) – 2 rows
Position Eyes: The eyes with safety lock should be positioned between rows 11 and 12, 7 stitches apart.
18) [6sc, dec] x6 (42)
19) sc all around (42) – 1 row
20) [5sc, dec] x6 (36)
21) [4sc, dec] x6 (30)
22) [3sc, dec] x6 (24)
In row 23, you will work with the reinforcement of the mini Rodolfo’s neck. Pay attention in this part, we will make the color change in row 23- b; Fill the head with silicone fiber.
23 – a) make sl st all around, taking the back loop of the stitch (BLO). This sl st sequence is not considered a row.
Change to the amigurumi yarn in the color carmine.
23 – b) work sc all around, picking up the front loop of the stitch (FLO).
24) [3sc, inc] x6 (30)
25 and 26) sc all around (30) – 2 rows
27) [4sc, inc] x6 (36)
28 and 29) sc all around (36) – 2 rows
30) [5sc, inc] x6 (42)
31 and 32) sc all around (42) – 2 rows
33) [6sc, inc] x6 (48)
Change to the amigurumi yarn in the color craft.
34) sc all around, picking up the back loop – BLO (48)
35 and 36) sc all around (48) – 2 rows
37) [6sc, dec] x6 (42)
38) [5sc, dec] x6 (36)
39) [4sc, dec] x6 (30)
40) [3sc, dec] x6 (24)
41) [2sc, dec] x6 (18)
Fill the body with silicone fiber.
42) [1sc, dec] x6 (12)
43) 4 decreases (8)
Finish with an inverted magic ring and hide the excess yarn in the work.
Ears – Use craft color yarn.
1) 6sc in a magic ring (6)
2) [1sc, inc] x3 (9)
3) sc all around (9) – 1 row
4) [2sc, inc] x3 (12)
5) sc all around (12) – 1 row
6) fold the ear opening in half and work sc picking up the stitches on both sides of the row (6)
7) fold the ear in half again and work sc, taking the stitches on both sides of the row (3)Leave a long thread for sewing; the ears do not need filling. Sew the ears between rows 7 and 8 on the head.
Arms Start with craft color yarn; make two pieces.
1) 6sc in a magic ring (6)
2) 6 inc (12)
3 to 5) sc around (12) – 3 rows
6) [1sc, dec] x4 (8)
7) sc around (8) – 1 row
Change to crimson yarn; stuff until row 7.
8 to 13) sc around (8)
14) fold the arm opening in half and work sc picking up the stitches on both sides of the row (4)
Leave a long tail for sewing. Sew the arms between rows 23 and 24 of the body.
Legs – Use craft-colored yarn; make two pieces
In this piece we will work with oval crochet, therefore, we will start with chains and not with a magic ring.
1) Make 6 chains, go back to the second chain and work: 4sc, 3sc in the same stitch, 3sc, 2sc in the same stitch (12)
2) inc, 3sc, 3inc, 3sc, 2 inc (18)
3 and 4) sc all around (18) – 2 rows
5) 4sc, 4dec, 6sc (14)
6) 2sc, 4dec, 4sc (10)
Fill the leg with silicone fiber until row 6.
7 and 8) sc all around (10) – 2 rows
9) fold the leg opening in half and work sc picking up the stitches on both sides of the row (5)
Leave a long tail for sewing. Sew the legs between rows 35 and 36 of the body.
Muzzle – Use porcelain-colored yarn.
In this piece we will work with oval crochet, therefore, we will start with chains and not with a magic ring.
1) Make 6 chains, return to the second chain and work: 4sc, 3sc in the same stitch, 3sc, 2sc in the same stitch (12)
2) inc, 3sc, 3inc, 3sc, 2 inc (18)
3) 1sc, inc, 3sc, [1sc, inc] x3, 3sc, [1sc, inc] x2 (24)
4) 2sc, inc, 3sc, [2sc, inc] x3, 3sc, [2sc, inc] x2 (30)
5 and 6) sc all around (30) – 2 rows
Leave a long thread for sewing. Sew the snout between rows 13 and 22 of the head; Before finishing the sewing, add stuffing.
Nose – Use crimson yarn.
In this piece, we will be working with oval crochet, so we will start with chains and not with a magic ring.
1) Make 6 chains, go back to the second row and work: 4sc, 3sc in the same stitch, 3sc, 2sc in the same stitch (12)Close the row with 1slst; Leave a long thread for sewing. Sew the nose between rows 2 and 4 of the snout.
Horns – Use brigadeiro-colored yarn; make two pieces.
1) 6sc in a magic ring (6)
2 to 4) sc all around (6) – 3 rows
Leave a long thread for sewing; there is no need to stuff this piece. Sew the horns between rows 2 and 4 of the head.
Christmas hat- Start with the crimson colored yarn.
1) 6sc in a magic ring (6)
2) [1sc, inc] x3 (9)
3) sc in each stitch (9) – 1 row
4) [2sc, inc] x3 (12)
5) [3sc, inc] x3 (15)
6) [4sc, inc] x3 (18)
7) [5sc, inc] x3 (21)
8) [6sc, inc] x3 (24)
9) [7sc, inc] x3 (27)
10) [8sc, inc] x3 (30)
11) [9sc, inc] x3 (33)
12) [10sc, inc] x3 (36)
13-17) sc in each stitch (36) – 5 rows
Switch to the white plush amigurumi yarn.
18) [1sc, 1sc extended] x18 (36)
19) sc around (36) – 1 row
Hide the excess yarn in the work.
Pompom – use white plush yarn.
1) 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
2) 6 increases (12)
3 and 4) sc all around (12) – 2 rows
5) 6 decreases (6)
Place some fiberfill on the pompom and leave a long tail for sewing. Sew the pompom on row 4 of the hat.
Hem of the coat – Use white plush yarn.
To make the hem of mini Rudolph’s coat, you must work in the free loops of row 34. Start with a false single crochet.
1) Make 1sc for each free loop of row 34.
Hide the excess yarn in the work.
