ELEPHANT AMIGURUMI FREE CROCHET PATTERN

Head:

  1. Round 1: 2 SC in first stitch, SC in next 2 sts, repeat around (24)
  2. Round 2: 2 SC in first stitch, SC in next 3 sts, repeat around (30)
  3. Round 3: 2 SC in first stitch, SC in next 4 sts, repeat around (36)
  4. Round 4: 2 SC in first stitch, SC in next 5 sts, repeat around (42)
  5. Round 5: 2 SC in first stitch, SC in next 6 sts, repeat around (48)
  6. Round 6: 2 SC in first stitch, SC in next 7 sts, repeat around (54)
  7. Round 7: 2 SC in first stitch, SC in next 8 sts, repeat around (60)
  8. Rounds 8-15: SC around (60)
  9. Round 16: INV DEC, SC in next 8, repeat around (54)
  • Insert safety eyes between rounds 14 and 15 (about 10 stitches apart).
  1. Round 17: INV DEC, SC in next 7, repeat around (48)
  2. Round 18: INV DEC, SC in next 6, repeat around (42)
  3. Round 19: INV DEC, SC in next 5, repeat around (36)
  4. Round 20: INV DEC, SC in next 4, repeat around (30)
  5. Round 21: INV DEC, SC in next 3, repeat around (24)
  6. Round 22: INV DEC, SC in next 2, repeat around (18)
  7. Round 23: INV DEC, SC in next stitch, repeat around (12)
  8. Round 24: INV DEC around (6)

Fasten off and sew the top of the head closed. Stuff the head well and set aside.

Legs (Make 2):

  1. Round 1: Magic circle, chain 1, 6 SC into ring (6)
  2. Round 2: 2 SC in each st around (12)
  3. Round 3: 2 SC in first st, SC in next st, repeat around (18)
  4. Round 4: 2 SC in first st, SC in next 2 sts, repeat around (24)
  5. Change to main color.
  6. Rounds 5-9: SC around (24)
  7. Round 10: SC in first 8 sts, INV DEC four times, SC in last 8 sts (20)
  8. Round 11: SC in first 6 sts, INV DEC four times, SC in last 6 sts (16)
  9. Round 12: SC in first 6 sts, INV DEC two times, SC in last 6 sts (14)
  10. Rounds 13-22: SC around (14)
  11. Fasten off and close top of the leg with a yarn needle.

Arms (Make 2):

  1. Round 1: Magic circle, chain 1, 6 SC into ring (6)
  2. Round 2: 2 SC in each st around (12)
  3. Round 3: 2 SC in first st, SC in next st, repeat around (18)
  4. Rounds 4-7: SC around (18)
  5. Round 8: INV DEC, SC in next stitch, repeat around (12)
  6. Rounds 9-20: SC around (12)

Fasten off and sew the top closed.

Ears (Make 2):

  1. Start with accent color.
  2. Rounds 1-6: Follow same steps for a circle.
  3. Fasten off and repeat for the second ear with the main color.
  4. Shape the ears by pinching and sewing the fold together.

Trunk:

  1. Round 1: Magic circle, chain 1, 6 SC into ring (6)
  2. Round 2-6: SC around (9)
  3. Round 7-22: Increase and crochet in rounds, following the pattern’s increases.

Stuff the trunk well and sew it to the head, ensuring it curves naturally.

Assembly Instructions:

  • Attaching Legs: Attach near the front of the body to help the elephant sit.
  • Attaching Arms: Attach below the head, leaving a small gap for the neck.
  • Attaching Ears: Attach on either side of the head, aligning with the top rounds of the head.
  • Attaching Trunk: Position in the center of the face, ensuring it’s curved upwards.

Finishing Touches:

  • Weave in any loose ends from sewing.
  • Make sure all parts are securely attached.
  • Add extra features like embroidered details or additional accessories for personalization!

This pattern creates a charming and cuddly elephant. Whether you choose to use velvet yarn or a regular worsted weight, the result will be a soft, squishable toy that’s perfect for kids or as a gift. Enjoy crocheting your new elephant friend!