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Reindeer Amigurumi Ornament – Free Christmas Crochet Pattern

Reindeer Amigurumi Ornament – Free Christmas Crochet Pattern



Bring a little festive cheer to your crochet collection with this adorable Reindeer Ornament Amigurumi! Perfect for holiday decorations, gifts, or as a cute companion for Santa, this pattern is beginner-friendly and uses lightweight yarn to create a charming, tiny reindeer. 

Designer: Finolca Crochet

Materials Needed


Premier Basix 4 Medium Worsted Yarn
2.25 mm (B) crochet hook
Scissors
Yarn needle
Stitch marker
Straight pins
Needle
Safety eyes
Fiberfill stuffing

Tip: This pattern is perfect for using up small scraps of yarn!

Stitches & Techniques

  • Magic Ring (MR)

  • Single Crochet (sc)

  • Invisible Decrease (inv dec)

Pattern Instructions

Head

Color: Light Brown

Round 1: MR, 6 sc. Pull tail to close.

Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (12 sts). Place stitch marker.
Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18 sts).
Round 4: 2 sc, inc around (24 sts).
Round 5: 3 sc, inc around (30 sts).
Rounds 6–11: Sc 30 in each round. If piece curls, gently shape dome with fingers.

Add Eyes: Place 6 mm safety eyes between rounds 9–10, seven stitches apart.

Round 12: 3 sc, inv dec × 6 (24 sts)

Round 13: 2 sc, inv dec × 6 (18 sts)
Round 14: 1 sc, inv dec × 6 (12 sts)
Round 15: inv dec around (6 sts)

Stuff the head as you go. Close the hole using yarn needle and fasten off.

Nose

Color: Oat Milk (Base) 

  1. Round 1: MR, 5 sc. Pull tail to close.

  2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch (10 sts).

  3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc × 5 (15 sts).     

Fasten off, leave tail for sewing.

Ears (Make 2)

Color: Light Brown

  1. Round 1: MR, 4 sc. Pull tail to close.

  2. Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (8 sts).

  3. Rounds 3–4: Sc 8 in each round.  

Fasten off, leave tail for sewing.

Antlers (Make 2)

Color: Dark Brown

Large Piece:

  1. MR, 6 sc. Pull tail to close.

  2. Rounds 2–7: Sc 6 in each round. Fasten off, leave tail for sewing.

Small Piece:

  1. MR, 6 sc. Pull tail to close.

  2. Rounds 2–3: Sc 6 in each round. Fasten off.

Assembly:

  • Attach small piece to large piece (Y shape) and sew securely.

  • Pin antlers  (rounds 1–3) and sew in place.

Finishing

  • Weave in all ends and hide tails inside the head.

  • Place the ears next to antlers as needed for symmetry.

Your reindeer ornament is now ready for holiday fun!

Tips:

  • Use a chopstick to push fiberfill into tight areas like behind eyes.

  • Adjust the size by using different weight yarns and hook sizes.

  • This pattern is perfect for gifting as part of a miniature Christmas collection.

Enjoy crocheting your festive reindeer Ornament! 🎄

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