Hippo Amigurumi Free Crochet Pattern – Cute Ballerina Toy Tutorial
Crochet your own adorable ballerina hippo with this step-by-step free pattern—perfect for gifts, playtime, or handmade decor.
Welcome to this joyful crochet adventure! If you're looking to create something sweet, playful, and full of personality, you're in the right place. This free hippo amigurumi pattern is designed for makers who love adding charm and character to their handmade toys. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crocheter, you'll find this ballerina hippo both fun to stitch and delightful to gift.
With her soft purple body, stitched smile, and twirling pink tutu, this little dancer is ready to leap into your heart. The pattern includes detailed step-by-step instructions using US crochet terminology, making it easy to follow and perfect for building your amigurumi skills. You’ll learn how to shape the head, body, limbs, and accessories, while adding expressive details like safety eyes and embroidered features.
This project is ideal for birthdays, nursery decor, or simply spreading handmade joy. Plus, it’s a great way to use up yarn scraps and personalize your creation with your favorite colors.
So grab your hook, some cozy yarn, and let’s bring this adorable ballerina hippo to life—one stitch at a time. Your creativity is the spotlight, and she’s ready to dance!
🐭 Crochet Pattern – Gray and Pink Yarn (US Terminology)
Materials:
• Gray and pink yarn
• Safety eyes
• 1.75 mm crochet hook
• Fiberfill stuffing
🧠 Head (Gray Yarn)
1. Ch 11, turn
2. Sc 9, 5 sc in last st, continue on other side: sc 9, 5 sc in last st (28)
3. Sc 9, inc x5, sc 9, inc x5 (38)
4. Sc 12, inc x5, sc 14, inc x5, sc 2 (48)
5–14. Sc 48 (48)
5. Sc 1, dec repeat x11 (33)
6. Sc 1, dec repeat x10, sc 3 (23)
7. Inc x6, sc 17 (29)
8. Sc 29
9. Inc x12, sc 17 (41)
20–26. Sc 41
Stuff lightly, insert safety eyes, embroider nose and mouth
10. Sc 4, dec repeat x6, sc 5 (35)
11. Sc 35
12. Sc 3, dec repeat x6, sc 5 (29)
13. Sc 2, dec repeat x7, sc 1 (22)
14. Sc 1, dec repeat x7, sc 1 (15)
15. Dec x8
Fasten off and sew closed
👂 Ears (Make 2 in Pink, 2 in Gray)
1. 5 sc in magic ring
2. Inc x5 (10)
🧍 Body (Start with Pink Yarn)
1. 6 sc in magic ring
2. Inc x6 (12)
3. Sc 1, inc repeat x6 (18)
4. Sc 2, inc repeat x6 (24)
5. Sc 3, inc repeat x6 (30)
6. Sc 4, inc repeat x6 (36)
7. Sc 5, inc repeat x6 (42)
8. Sc 6, inc repeat x6 (48)
9. Sc 7, inc repeat x6 (54)
10–14. Sc 54
10. BLO (back loop only): sc 54
Switch to gray yarn:
11. Sc 54
12. Sc 7, dec repeat x6 (48)
13. Sc 48
14. Sc 6, dec repeat x6 (42)
15. Sc 42
16. Sc 5, dec repeat x6 (36)
17. Sc 36
18. Sc 4, dec repeat x6 (30)
19. Sc 30
20. Sc 3, dec repeat x6 (24)
26–27. Sc 24
🐾 Legs (Gray Yarn)
1. 6 sc in magic ring
2. Inc x6 (12)
3. Sc 1, inc repeat x6 (18)
4. BLO: sc 18
5–6. Sc 18
5. Sc 1, dec repeat x6 (12)
8–12. Sc 12
Stuff
💪 Arms (Gray Yarn)
1. 6 sc in magic ring
2. Inc x6 (12)
3–14. Sc 12
Stuff and sew to body
👗 Skirt (Pink Yarn)
In round 15 of the body (BLO), work 2 dc in each stitch around
🐁 Tail (Gray Yarn)
Attach gray yarn to back of body, ch 6, turn and sc 5 back. Sew to body
Congratulations on completing your very own amigurumi ballerina hippo! Whether she’s destined for a child’s toy shelf, a handmade gift, or a cozy corner of your home, this little dancer carries the warmth and creativity of every stitch you made. Her tutu twirls, her smile shines, and her presence reminds us that crochet is more than technique—it’s storytelling through yarn.
We hope this free pattern brought you joy, inspiration, and maybe even a few new skills. Amigurumi is a beautiful way to express personality and emotion, and your ballerina hippo is a perfect example of how handmade art can come to life. Don’t forget to personalize her with your favorite colors, accessories, or even a name—each version tells its own story.
If you enjoyed this project, we invite you to explore more patterns, tutorials, and creative ideas on our site. Sharing your finished creation helps inspire others, so feel free to tag us or leave a comment—we love seeing your work!
Thank you for joining us in this crochet journey. Keep creating, keep dreaming, and let your imagination dance just like your hippo does—with heart, grace, and a touch of whimsy.
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