Free Crochet Giraffe Pattern

This free crochet giraffe pattern is tall, gangly and just plain adorable! This pattern uses the yarn-through method to attach the limbs, which make them movable!

Learn how to make a free crochet giraffe pattern

This free giraffe amigurumi crochet pattern is made with worsted weight yarn – and it’s a super adorable classic! This tall, gangly giraffe features a special “yarn-through” method, making its limbs and head movable for extra fun. Whether you’re looking to expand your amigurumi collection or create a special handmade gift, this pattern is just what you need. Trust me, once you start, you won’t want to stop!

The giraffe was previously published under my “Putting It Together” course. If you want the entire course, I’ll link it below!

You will start this free crochet giraffe pattern by making the limbs first. Don’t be afraid of the giant tapestry needle! When you first use this method, there is a definite learning curve, but I have a separate video tutorial that you can watch here.

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Notes:

Stuff really, really well. Joints work best with well stuffed pieces, amigurumi holds up better over time, and you will get the shape you are looking for. You will use much more stuffing than you think you will.

How to make an Amigurumi Giraffe Step by Step

Step by Step Crochet Giraffe Instructions

Body

Round 1: In a magic circle, 6 SC.
Round 2: SC INC in each around. (12)
Round 3: SC in first, SC INC in next. Repeat around. (18)
Round 4: SC in first 2, SC INC in next. Repeat around. (24)
Round 5: SC in first 3, SC INC in next. Repeat around. (30)
Round 6: SC in first 4, SC INC in next. Repeat around. (36)
Round 7: SC in first 5, SC INC in next. Repeat around. (42)
Rounds 8-17: SC in each around. (42)
Begin stuffing here. You want the body stuffed VERY well.
Round 18: SC in the first 5, INV DEC in the next. Repeat around. (36)
Rounds 19-20: SC in each around. (36)
Round 21: SC in the first 4, INV DEC in the next. Repeat around. (30)
Rounds 22-23: SC in each around. (30)
Round 24: SC in the first 3, INV DEC in the next. Repeat around. (24)
Rounds 25-26: SC in each around. (24)
Round 27: SC in the first 2, INV DEC in the next. Repeat around. (18)
Stuff the neck really well as you go, but stop around ¾ of the way.
Rounds 29-44: SC in each around (18)
Fasten off and leave a long end to sew on the head

Head

*Start with ivory*
Round 1: In a magic circle, 6 SC.
Round 2: SC INC in each around. (12)
Round 3: SC in first, SC INC in next. Repeat around. (18)
Round 4: SC in first 2, SC INC in next. Repeat around. (24)
Round 5: SC in first 3, SC INC in next. Repeat around. (30)
Round 6: SC in each around. (30)
Round 7: SC in first 4, SC INC in next. Repeat around. (36)
Change to yellow yarn. Crochet in back loop only.
Rounds 8-20: SC in each around. (36)
Insert eyes between rounds 11 and 12.
Round 21: SC in the first 4, INV DEC in the next. Repeat around. (30)
Round 22: SC in the first 3, INV DEC in the next. Repeat around. (24)
Begin to stuff here. Stuff as you finish the remaining rounds.
Round 23: SC in the first 2, INV DEC in the next. Repeat around. (18)
Round 24: SC in the first, INV DEC in the next. Repeat around. (12)
Round 25: INV DEC around. (6)
Fasten off and carefully sew the remaining hole closed. Weave in ends.
When attaching the head to the neck, make sure the neck is stuffed about ¾ of the way. Then sew the head so that the very back rests on the neck. Use the long tail from the body to attach.

Ears (make 2)

Round 1: In a magic circle, 6 SC.
Round 2: SC in each around. (6)
Round 3: SC INC in each around. (12) Round 4: SC in first, SC INC in next. Repeat around. (18)
Round 5: SC in the first 2, SC INC in next. Repeat around. (24)
Rounds 6-7: SC in each around. (24) Round 8: SC in first 2, INV DEC in next. Repeat around. (18)
Round 9: SC in first, INV DEC in next. Repeat around. (12)
Round 10: SC in each stitch around. Fasten off, leaving a tail to sew on the head. Pinch the bottom of the ear to make a little crease and sew a few stitches to hold the shape. Leave a long tail to sew on with and fasten off. Angle the ears slightly downward and attach them around rows 17 and 18, on either side of the head

Horns (make 2)

Starting with brown yarn:
Round 1: In a magic circle, 6 SC.
Round 2: SC INC in each around. (12)
Round 3: SC in each around. (12)
Round 4: SC in the first, INV DEC in the next. (9)
Change to yellow.
Round 5-7: SC in each around. (9)
Fasten off, leaving a tail to sew on the head. These go inside the ears on top of the head.

Spots (make 3)

Round 1: In a magic circle, 6 SC.
Round 2: SC INC in each around. (12)
Round 3: SC in each around.
Fasten off and leave a long tail to use when attaching to the body.

Tail

Chain 15. Turn and 2 chains from your hook, HDC. HDC in each chain to the end.
Using dark brown yarn, add a few tufts of hair. (see hair video for the technique!)
Sew the tail on the back bottom.

Mane

Add hair using this video technique!

Answers to your questions about making this Free Crochet Giraffe Pattern

Q: How much do I stuff the body?
A: Much more than you think is necessary. The joints will stay in place better with more stuffing.

Q: Can I make more spots?
A: Of course! It’s your giraffe! Add as many or as few spots as you want!

Q: What if I don’t want to use the yarn-through method?
A: You absolutely do not have to use the yarn-through method if you don’t want to. Just sew the limbs and head on as you would with traditional amigurumi.

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