

Unicorn lovers, rejoice! Today, I’m sharing the adorable Eliya the Velvet Unicorn crochet pattern that’s sure to brighten your day. While unicorn patterns are plentiful, this one stands out with its charming velvet yarn design. Though the pattern may seem intricate at first, it’s surprisingly simple to complete, even for beginners.
Eliya the Velvet Unicorn Amigurumi Details
This velvet unicorn amigurumi features a playful and vibrant design, making it the perfect addition to any crochet collection. It combines a soft, plush texture with whimsical details like a curly mane and a magical horn.
Why You’ll Love This Pattern:
- Soft Velvet Yarn: The plush texture of velvet yarn enhances the softness of the unicorn, making it irresistibly huggable.
- Simple Construction: Despite its intricate look, this pattern uses basic crochet techniques, making it beginner-friendly.
- Adorable Features: The unicorn’s curly mane and sparkling horn add a unique and cute touch to the overall design.
- Free PDF Pattern: Download the pattern for free and get started on this delightful unicorn today!
Key Features:
- Designer: igrushki_ot_nastiushki
- Materials Needed:
- Velvet yarn (for a soft, luxurious finish)
- Crochet hook (size suitable for yarn)
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Safety eyes or embroidery for the facial features
- Stitch markers and scissors
- Size: Final size may vary based on yarn and hook size.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
This easy-to-follow pattern includes detailed instructions for each part of the unicorn, guiding you through the creation of the body, mane, and horn. Even if you’re new to crochet, you’ll be able to follow along and create a beautiful unicorn.
Perfect For:
- Unicorn Enthusiasts: Ideal for those who love magical creatures and enjoy making plush, cuddly toys.
- Crochet Beginners: A simple, yet fun project to help you master basic crochet skills.
- Handmade Gifts: This soft and charming unicorn makes a fantastic gift for loved ones or as a decorative piece.
Download the free PDF pattern now and crochet your own Eliya the Velvet Unicorn. This enchanting amigurumi is sure to bring magic and joy to anyone who sees it!
Materials
– Yarn Himalaya Dolphin Baby 1 skein of the main color, 1/4 skein of white, slightly different colors for the mane.
– Yarn art jeans yarn white and black for decoration
– Eyes 16 mm
– Hook 3.5 mm
– Toy-colored floss or dental floss for tightening
– Needle for sewing parts, filler
Abbreviations
MR – Amigurumi Magic ring
sc : Single Crochet
inc : Increase
dec : Decrease
st: Stitch
sl-st : Slip Stitch
ch : Chain

Head
white
1. 6 in MR
2. 6 inc (12)
3. (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
6-7. 30 sc (2 rnds)
Change the yarn to the main color
8. 30 sc
9. (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
10. (5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)
11. 3 sc, (4 sc, inc) x 6, 9 sc (48)
12 – 16. 48 sc (5 rnds)
Insert eyes between 10 and 11 rows, at a distance of 10 sc
17. (6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)
18. (5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)
19. (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
20. (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
21. (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
22. (sc, dec) x 6 (12)
23. 6 dec (6)
Pull the hole, cut the yarn and hide.

Face Tightening
Insert the needle approximately in the center of the head at point 1 (see photo), bring it out under the eye at point 2, step back 2 sc, insert at point 3, bring it out at point 4 (at a distance of 1 sc from point 1), tighten. Again, insert the needle at point 1, bring it out at point 5 and step back 2 sc, insert at point 6, bring it out at point 4 and tighten well, you can repeat once more, tie the thread and hide.

Arms
white
1. 6 in MR
2. 6 inc (12)
3. (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
4-6. 18 sc (3 rnds)
7. (sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Change the yarn to the main color
8. dec, 10 sc (11)
9. 11 sc
10. dec, 9 sc (10)
11-16. 10 sc (7 rnds)
Fold in half and close with 5 sc. Fasten and cut the yarn.

Legs
white
1. 6 in MR
2. 6 inc (12)
3. (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
5-7. 24 sc (3 rnds)
8. (2 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Change the color of the yarn to the main one
9. (4 sc, dec) x 3 (15)
10. 15 sc
11. dec, 13 sc (14)
12-13. 14 sc (2 rnds)
14. dec, 12 sc (13)
15. 13 sc
16. dec, 11 sc (12)
17-18. 12 sc (2 rnds)
Fold in half and close with 6 sc. Fasten and cut the yarn.

Body
1. 6 in MR
2. 6 inc (12)
3. (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
6. (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
7. (5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)
8. (6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)
9. 48 sc
10. 9 sc, 6 sc with leg, 18 sc, 6 sc with leg, 9 sc (48)If it does not work out as well, then shift the legs to the right places.

11-13. 48 sc (3 rnds)
14. (6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)
15. 42 sc
16. (5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)
17. 36 sc
18. (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
19-20. 30 sc (2 rnds)
21. (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
22. 24 sc
23. (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
24. 3 sc, 5 sc with arm, 5sc, 5 sc with arm (18)
If this doesn’t work, then move the arm to the right places.
25. 18 sc, slst
Fasten and cut the yarn, leave the yarn for sewing.

Ears
1. 6 in MR
2. (sc, inc) x 3 (9)
3. (2 sc, inc) x 3 (12)
4-5. 12 sc (2 rnds)
6. (2 sc, dec) x 3 (12)
Fasten and cut the yarn, leave the yarn for sewing.

Curls
Long (5 pieces)
Make 40 ch, from the 2nd from the hook we sang inc in each loop. Fasten and cut the yarn, leave the yarn for sewing.
Medium (5 pieces)
Make 30 ch, from the 2nd from the hook we sang inc in each loop. Fasten and cut the yarn, leave the yarn for sewing.
Short (5 pieces)
Make 20 ch, from the 2nd from the hook we sang inc in each loop. Fasten and cut the yarn, leave the yarn for sewing.

Horn (crochet from jeans)
1. 6 in MR
2. 6 sc
3. (sc, inc) x 3 (9)
4. 9 sc
5. (2 sc, inc) x 3 (12)
6-7. 12 sc (2 rnds)
8. (3 sc, inc) x 3 (15)
9. 15 sc
10. (4 sc, inc) x 3 (18)
11-15. 18 sc (5 rnds)
Fasten and cut the yarn, leave the yarn for sewing.

Assembly and Design
Sew the horn in the center of the head.
Sew the ears for both side in the 16th row.
Sew the head in the center (I fix it with a crochetting needle) Sew curls of medium length immediately under the horn, next to them – long ones.
Sew the tail (short curls) in 10-11 rows. Black yarn embroider the cilia and nose.

The unicorn is ready!