How to Crochet a Colorful Giraffe Amigurumi – Free Step-by-Step Pattern

 Giraffe Amigurumi

A colorful giraffe amigurumi sits on a wooden table surrounded by vibrant yarn balls, crochet hooks, and hands actively crocheting, suggesting the toy was just finished


If you’re ready for a crochet project that’s as joyful as it is colorful, this colorful giraffe amigurumi will be your new favorite. With its bright spots, sweet smile, and playful vibe, it’s the kind of make that instantly lifts your mood while you work on it. Whether you’re crocheting it for a little one, as a thoughtful handmade gift, or simply because it makes you smile, this project will fill your stitches with fun and personality from start to finish. So, grab your yarn, get comfy, and let’s bring this happy giraffe to life together.

Head
Start with a light color:

01 – 6 sc in a magic ring.  
02 – 6 inc (12).  
03 – *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times (18).  
04 – *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times (24).  
05 – *3 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times (30).  
06 – 30 sc (30).  
07 – *4 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times (36).  
08–09 – 36 sc (36).

Switch to a darker color:

10–13 – 36 sc (36).  
14 – *4 sc, 1 dec* repeat 6 times (30).  
15–16 – 30 sc (30).  
17 – *3 sc, 1 dec* repeat 6 times (24).  
18–19 – 24 sc (24).  
20 – *2 sc, 1 dec* repeat 6 times (18).  
21 – *1 sc, 1 dec* repeat 6 times (12).  
22 – 6 dec (6).  
Stuff and fasten off.

Neck & Body
With the darker color:

01 – 6 sc in a magic ring.  
02–05 – 6 inc (12).  
06 – *5 sc, 1 inc* repeat 2 times (14).  
07 – 14 sc (14).  
08 – *6 sc, 1 inc* repeat 2 times (16).  
09 – 16 sc (16).  
10 – *7 sc, 1 inc* repeat 2 times (18).  
11–12 – 18 sc (18).  
13 – *8 sc, 1 inc* repeat 2 times (20).  
14–15 – 20 sc (20).

Create the belly flap

16 – ch 11, turn and work 10 sc, then crochet around the neck: 20 sc, then on the other side of the chain: 10 sc (40).  
17 – 1 quadruple inc, 39 sc (43).  
18 – *6 sc, 1 inc* repeat 5 times, 7 sc, 1 inc (49).  
19–25 – 49 sc (49).  
26 – 24 sc, 1 inc, 24 sc (50).

Create leg openings:

27 – 6 sc, ch 5, skip 7 sc, 5 sc, ch 5, skip 7 sc, 5 sc, ch 5, skip 7 sc, 5 sc, ch 5, skip 7 sc, 1 sc (42).  
28 – *1 sc, 1 dec* repeat 14 times (28).  
29 – *5 sc, 1 dec* repeat 4 times (24).  
30 – 12 dec (12). Stuff.  
31 – 6 dec (6).  
Fasten off.

Legs (Make 4)
With the darker color:

01 – Attach yarn to one leg opening and crochet 12 sc (12).  
02–04 – 12 sc (12). Stuff.  
05 – 6 dec (6).  
Fasten off.

Ears (Make 2)
With the darker color:


01 – 6 sc in a magic ring.  
02 – 6 sc (6).  
03 – 6 inc (12).  
04 – 12 sc (12).  
05 – *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times (18).  
06–07 – 18 sc (18).  
08 – *1 sc, 1 dec* repeat 6 times (12).  
09 – 12 sc (12).  
Do not stuff. Fasten off and gather, leaving a tail for sewing.

Horns (Make 2)
With a contrasting color:

01 – 6 sc in a magic ring.  
02 – *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat 3 times (9).  
03 – 9 sc (9).  
04 – *1 sc, 1 dec* repeat 3 times (6).  
05–07 – 6 sc (6).  
Lightly stuff. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Cheeks (Make 2 small circles)
With pink yarn and finer thread

01 – 5 sc in a magic ring.  
02 – 5 inc (10).  
Fasten off.

Decorative Spots
Use your favorite colors with finer yarn.
Large circles (make 3):

01 – 6 sc in a magic ring.  
02 – 6 inc (12).  
03 – *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times (18).  
Fasten off.

Small circles (make 3):

01 – 6 sc in a magic ring.  
02 – 6 inc (12).  
Fasten off.

Face Embroidery
Eyes and mouth are embroidered with black thread.

Well done! Your colorful giraffe amigurumi is now ready to brighten up the world. Every little stitch you made has brought this cheerful giraffe to life, and now it’s bursting with personality and joy. Whether it’s sitting on a nursery shelf, joining a little one’s playtime, or simply keeping you company, it’s more than just yarn – it’s a piece of your heart. Enjoy the smiles and warmth it will bring every time you see it.



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