How to Make an Adorable Reindeer

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The Crocheted Reindeer Pattern is truly a delightful and heartwarming addition to your Christmas decorations. With its super adorable design, it is sure to bring a touch of festive joy to any space. Whether you choose to hang it on your tree, place it on a mantel, or use it as a centerpiece, this crocheted reindeer will certainly captivate the hearts of your family and guests.

This pattern is designed with all levels of crocheters in mind. Whether you are a seasoned pro or just starting out on your crochet journey, you will find the instructions easy to follow and the step-by-step tutorial incredibly helpful. The detailed guidance provided ensures that you can successfully bring this charming little reindeer to life, even if you are new to crochet.

As you work on this delightful project, you’ll experience the joy and satisfaction that comes with creating something with your own hands. It’s a wonderful feeling to see each stitch come together, knowing that you are crafting a special piece that will become a cherished part of your Christmas traditions.

Not only is crocheting this reindeer a fulfilling experience for yourself, but it also presents you with an opportunity to make a heartfelt handmade gift for your loved ones. Imagine the happiness on their faces when they receive such a thoughtful present, knowing that you put your time, effort, and love into creating it just for them. It truly is a gift that comes from the heart.

So, gather your crochet hook and yarn, and dive into the magic of Christmas as you embark on this enchanting project. Let the joy of the season infuse every stitch you make, and as you complete your very own adorable reindeer, you’ll be spreading the holiday cheer in the most delightful and handmade way.

Get ready to weave beautiful memories and create a festive atmosphere filled with love, crochet, and the enchantment of the holiday season. Happy crocheting and may your Christmas be merry and bright with the company of this charming crocheted Reindeer Pattern!

Supplies needed:

Medium worsted yarn

Crochet hook – I  used 3.5mm but you can use what you would like. Size will change

Yarn needle

Scissors

Stuffing

Stitch marker

Crochet Techniques to Know

Here are the basic crochet stitches we’ll use in this project.
Slip Stitch (sl st): To make a slip stitch, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, and pull through both the stitch and the loop on the hook.
Single Crochet (sc): To make a single crochet, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, and pull up a loop (2 loops on the hook). Yarn over again and pull through both loops to complete the stitch.

Half Double Crochet (hdc): This stitch is taller than a single crochet. To make an hdc, yarn over, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, and pull up a loop (3 loops on hook). Yarn over again and pull through all 3 loops to complete the stitch.
Working in the Back Loops (blo): Normally, we work through both top loops of a stitch. But in this project, we’ll work in the back loops only to create a ribbed texture. To do this, insert the hook under the back loop only. Then, complete the stitch as usual.

Terms and Abbreviations

Here are the crochet abbreviations used in this pattern. Note that all instructions are written in US terms.

Mr = magic ring
BLO = back loops only
ch = chain(s)
dc = double crochet
FLOdc = front loops only double crochet
hdc = half double crochet
sc = single crochet
sl st = slip stitch
st(s) = stitch(es)

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How to Make the Adorable Reindeer

Head

In a medium brown yarn, eyes in rows 9-10 with 10 stitches in between.

1. 6sc in a mr. (6) 

2. (inc)x6 (12)

3. (sc, inc) (18)

4. (2sc, inc) (24)

5. (3sc, inc) (30)

6. -7. Sc around for 2 rows (30)

8. (4sc, inc) (36)

9. Sc around

10. 2sc, (inc, sc)x6, 22sc (42)

11. 2sc, (inc, 2sc)x6, 22sc (48)

12. 2sc, (inc, 3sc)x6, 22sc (54)

13. -21. Sc around for 9 rows (54)

22. (7sc, dec) (48)

23. (6sc, dec) (42)

24. (5sc, dec) (36)

25. (4sc, dec) (30)

26. (3sc, dec) (24)

27. (2sc, dec) (18) … add stuffing.

28. (sc, dec) (12)

29. (dec) (6)

Finish off and close the hole.

Body

In a medium brown yarn. Stuff as you go. 

1. 7sc in a mr (7)

2. (inc) x7 (14)

3. (sc, inc) (21)

4. (2sc, inc) (28)

5. (3sc, inc) (35)

6. (4sc, inc) (42)

7. (5sc, inc) (49)

8.-13. Sc around for 6 rows (49)

14. (5sc, dec) (42)

15-17. Sc around for 3 rows (42)

18. (4sc, dec) (35)

19.-20. Sc around for 2 rows (35)

21. (3scs, dec) (28)

22.-23. Sc around for 2 rows (28)

24. (2sc, dec) (21)

25.-26. Sc around for 2 rows (21)

27. (sc, dec) (14)

28. Sc around (14)

Sl st and finish off. Leave a tail for sewing to the head. Attach body to head with the front loops of body between rows 7-10 from the back of the head.

Attach the head to the body using the front loops of the body, between rows 7-10 from the back of the head.

Body Patch

In cream yarn.

1. Ch 6. 

2. Sc in the second loop from the hook, 4 sc, ch1, turn (5)

3. Inc, 3sc, inc, ch1, turn (7)

4. 7sc, ch1, turn (7)

5. Inc, 5sc, inc, ch1, turn (9)

6.-7. 9sc, ch1, turn (9)

8. Dec, 5sc, dec, ch1, turn (7)

9.-10. 7sc, ch1, turn (7)

11. Dec, 3sc, dec (5)

12. 5sc, ch1, turn (5)

13. 5sc, turn work and work 11sc into the left side, turn work and work 5sc on the bottom, turn work and work 11sc on the right side, turn work and work 5sc on the top. 

Sl st and finish off leaving a long tail for sewing.

Attach the body patch between rows 13-27 centred with the head lay flat and sew along all the sides. Hide tail in the body.

Ears

In medium brown yarn. Make 2. 

1. 3sc in mr (3) 

2. (inc) x3 (6)

3. (sc, inc) (9)

4. (2sc, inc) (12)

5. sc around (12)

Fold the ear in half and do 1 sc through both sides on the corner of the ear. Do one more sc on the other corner of the ear so the ear bends in half again. Finish off and leave a tail for sewing

Attach ears in between rows 13 and 14 from the back of the head. Leave 8 stitches in between. Hide tails inside the head. 

Antlers 

In dark brown yarn. Make 2. Stuff as you go.

1. 6sc in a mr (6)

2. (sc, inc)x3 (9)

3.-7. Sc around for 5 rounds (9)

Finish off and leave a tail for sewing. 

Attach the antlers in between rows 9-12 from the back of the head about half way past the ear on the inside leave 5 stitches in between. Hide the tails inside the head.

Nose

In black or red yarn.

1. 6sc in a mr (6)

2. (inc)x6 (12)

3. (sc, dec)x4 (8)

Sl St and finish off. Leave a tail for sewing. Lightly stuff. 

Attach the nose on rows 1-3 closer to the eyes. Hide tail inside the head.

Arms

Make 2. Staring in dark brown yarn. Stuff as you go.

1. 6sc in mr. (6)

2. (inc) x6 (12)

Cut dark brown yarn and switch to medium brown yarn

3. BLO sc around (12)

4. (4sc, dec) (10)

5.-14. Sc around for 10 rows (10)

15. Fold arm in half and work 5sc through both sides (5)

Finish off and leave a tail for sewing.

Attach arms 2 rows down from the head on either side of the patch. Hide tails inside the body.

Legs

Make 2. Starting in dark brown yarn stuff as you go.

1. 6sc in mr (6)

2. (inc)x6 (12)

3. (sc, inc)x6 (18)

4. (2sc, inc)x6 (24)

5. (11sc inc)x2 (26)

Cut dark brown yarn and change to medium brown yarn.

6. BLO sc around (26)

7.-8. Sc around for 2 rows (26)

9. (11sc, dec)x2 (24)

10. (2sc, dec)x6 (18)

11. (sc, dec)x6 (12)

12.-13. Sc around for 2 rows (12)

Sl St and finish off. Leave a tail for sewing.

Attach legs rows 8-11 from the bottom of the body. Leave 9 stitches in between. Hide tails inside the body.

Tail

In medium brown colour

1. 3sc in mr (3)

2. (inc)x3 (6)

3.-4. Sc around for 2 rows (6)

Sl st and finish off. leave a tail for sewing. 

Attach the tail on the back of the body in between rows 9 and 10 from the bottom. Hide tail in the body

Scarf

Any colour you would like.

1. Ch5

2. Sc second loop from the hook, 3sc, ch1, turn

3. 4sc, ch1, turn 

Repeat step 3 until you like the way it fits around the next. Finish off and leave a tail for sewing.

Wrap scarf around next and with one end fit it on the far edge of the scarf. Sew along the end of the scarf to the far edge. It will make the shape of a “P” around the neck. Hide ends in the scarf. 

Add embroidery for the mouth. A line down from the nose and a space between the mouth and line.

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Tada! You are finished with your cute reindeer! 

This pattern is for PERSONAL USE ONLY. The pattern and or parts of it may not be reproduced, translated, altered for sale or for free. You may NOT MASS produce plushies made by this pattern in crochet or inspired by this pattern in other mediums. You may sell your item with this pattern in limited quantities 

Please give credit that this pattern was designed by:

Julia Pilling

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