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Looking for a cute project to crochet? An elephant brings luck. So, why not help fortune along? These free elephant crochet patterns are full of charm, from tiny pocket-sized amigurumi to larger, huggable elephant toys. Elephants are often associated with good luck, wisdom, and affection, making a handmade elephant a thoughtful gift for birthdays, baby showers, or simply to brighten someone’s day.
Therefore, these free elephant crochet patterns are just the thing to enliven your home. This roundup includes a variety of styles, sizes, and personalities. Choose a small elephant for a keychain or shelf decoration, make a soft plush friend for a child, or try a character with a fun outfit or playful pose. Many of these designs are also great for using leftover yarn, and changing the yarn weight or color can give your finished elephant a look of its own. Check each linked pattern for its materials, instructions, and any skill or registration requirements before you begin.
Gather your yarn, crochet hook, stitch marker, and stuffing, then browse the free elephant amigurumi patterns below to find your next project.
Free Small Elephant Crochet Patterns Under 10 Inches
Small crochet elephants are ideal when you want a quick, portable project that doesn’t use much yarn. These pocket-sized designs can make sweet handmade gifts, desk companions, nursery decorations, or additions to an amigurumi collection. Check the finished measurements for each pattern, as the final size may vary depending on the yarn and hook you use.
Pink Amigurumi Elephant
This little pink elephant makes a sweet amigurumi companion and a thoughtful handmade gift for children or adults. The combination of safety eyes and yarn eyelashes gives the face extra character. Choose pink for a classic look or experiment with another favorite shade to make the elephant your own.
Skills: Easy Designer: Amigurumi Today
Height: 3,9 inches (10 cm) standing
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Mini Love Elephant
The Mini Love Elephant by Mariska Vos-Bolman is a lovely choice if you want a small elephant with a sweet face, big ears, and a little trunk. The finished size depends on the yarn you choose, so you can make a miniature version with cotton yarn or a softer, cuddlier toy with plush yarn. This pattern also includes a video tutorial, which can be helpful when following the steps.
Sweet Little Elephant
The Sweet Little Elephant is a charming amigurumi design with a rounded body, oversized ears, and a cute trunk. Small pink flowers add a pretty finishing touch, but you can change the colors or accessories to suit your style. This is a lovely option for crocheters who want to make a characterful little elephant for a handmade gift or display.
Height: approximately 6 inches tall
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Cuddle Me Elephant
Cuddle Me Elephant will be a perfect gift for a child who loves to take her or his favorite stuffies wherever they go. Also, the tropical flowers on her head are optional, and you can easily makes her appropriate both for girls and boys.
Skills: Easy Designer: Amigurumi Today
Height: 6,3 inches (16 cm) standing
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Note: Free access requires registration on the pattern website; registration is free.
Gustav the Balancing Elephant
Gustav brings a playful circus-inspired twist to the usual elephant amigurumi. His balancing-ball pose makes him a fun gift for someone who appreciates whimsical handmade characters. You could also choose yarn colors to suit a birthday or holiday theme. You can use your imagination and make him a themed gift… Birthday, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas or Valentine’s anyone??
Height: Gustav measures approximately 4 3/4′ (12 cm) without the ball.
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Amigurumi Elephant
This adorable Amigurumi Elephant by Anitha Domacin of A Little Love Everyday is a sweet, chubby little toy with a rounded body, a long trunk, and charming contrasting ears. The pattern uses basic crochet stitches and worsted-weight yarn in two colors, making it a lovely project for creating a thoughtful handmade gift or adding a new friend to your amigurumi collection.
Finished size: Approximately 4.75 inches (12 cm) wide and 2.75 inches (7 cm) tall, depending on the yarn and hook used.
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Ellie and Eugene Elephants
Elephants are known to be powerful and strong, but these two special individuals we have selected for you today are, above all, amazingly adorable! The patterns included in this selection of Sweet Little Elephants are going to put a huge smile on your face and on the faces of everyone around you. If, of course, you decide to crochet them and give them to your friends and family members as sweet little gifts. Ellie and Eugene Elephants simply can’t wait to move in with one of you! And aren’t they irresistible? The link to the free pattern is under the photo.
Skills: Beginner Designer: Nancy Anderson
Height: Elephant measures about 4″ [10 cm] tall
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Elle the Elephant
Elle the Elephant has a friendly look that works well in a range of yarn colors. Because the finished size can vary with the yarn, you can use the pattern to make a smaller companion or a larger soft toy. This is a versatile choice for crocheters who enjoy customizing their amigurumi.
Height: measures 6 to 10 inches depending on the yarn
The original pattern and the photos are on Café del Craft:
More info on Ravelry here. The bottom photo is on Instagram here.
Percy the Elephant
Meet Percy, the most friendly miniature free elephant amigurumi crochet pattern ever! While you can certainly relax while working on this pattern by Irene Strange, it would also be an awesome stash-busting project! If you love elephants, you have to try this pattern. Don’t forget crochet the tail from chains to finish.
Height: Those tiny elephants are aproximately 4″ [10 cm] long
The original pattern and the photos are on Ravelry here:
Sweet Pea Valentine Elephant
Sweet Pea Valentine by SarahDee Crochet is an adorable amigurumi elephant with a big heart and plenty of personality! This sweet little elephant features oversized ears, a long trunk, a cute hair bow, and a heart held close in its arms, making it a lovely project for Valentine’s Day, or any occasion when you want to share a little handmade love.
Height: Sweet Pea measures approximately 5.5 inches tall.
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Sweet Pea Valentine the Elephant
Elephant Plush
Mortimer and Millie Elephant Plush by Erin Shirley of Auburn Elephant is an adorable crochet pattern featuring a charming pair of elephants that are just as lovely together as they are on their own. The pattern offers four different ear styles, so you can customize each elephant to create a unique look. Worked in worsted-weight yarn, this project is a wonderful choice for handmade gifts, nursery decorations, or a cute addition to your amigurumi collection.
Finished size: Approximately 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) tall, not including the hair tuft or bow.
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Elephant Olivier
Next, this super cute and fun baby free elephant amigurumi will give you satisfaction, and what is more good luck 🙂 At around five inches tall, Olivier is a nice size for a handmade gift or a little decorative companion. Pick a classic gray yarn or try a brighter color for a more playful finish.
Skills: Easy Designer: Christel Krukkert
Height: 4,7 inches (12 cm) standing
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more info also on Ravelry.
You will need to register on the site to get this free pattern, but registration is free.
MeiMei Baby Elephant
Amazingly, this free amigurumi elephant pattern is so universal! MeiMei can be a charming table decoration, but you can also make a bunting or sew two together to make a plush toy. The possibilities are endless!
Measurement: MeiMei is 11 cm front to back (not including her trunk) and 9 cm high (4.3″ x 3.5″).
The original pattern and the photos are on Look at What I Made here:
Balthazar the Sailor Elephant
Are you ready for a new adventure this spring? Balthazar evidently can’t wait to start sailing! Grab the hook and crochet this elephant for your little boy or girl. They will certainly be interested in joining the ocean trip!
Height: The elephant is 18cm tall (7″)
The original pattern and the photos are on Octopus Crochet:
Abba the Elephant
Abba stands out with a large head, rounded body, and an especially sweet expression. This design is a lovely option for crocheters who enjoy soft, characterful amigurumi. Make Abba in a traditional elephant shade or choose a favorite color to give the finished toy a personal touch.
The original pattern and the photos are on Amigurumi.com:
Large Elephant Amigurumi Patterns Over 10 Inches
If you prefer a bigger crochet companion, these elephant patterns offer room for floppy ears, expressive faces, outfits, and other fun details. Larger amigurumi can make eye-catching gifts or cuddly display pieces. Before starting, check the designer’s yarn recommendations and finished measurements, since the yarn and hook you choose can affect the final size.
Amigurumi Elephant
This baby elephant design has droopy ears, a cheerful smile, and a cuddly shape. It is designed to be around a foot tall when standing, so it makes a noticeable handmade gift or a soft companion for an elephant fan. Follow the original pattern for the recommended materials and construction details.
Skills: Easy Designer: Craft Passion
Height: 12 inches (30 cm) standing
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Elephant Girl in Outfit
Elephant Girl in Outfit combines a sweet elephant character with clothing and accessories that give the design extra personality. You can use the outfit as inspiration for your own color combinations or keep to the original look. This pattern is a good pick if you enjoy amigurumi projects with little styling details.
Skills: Easy Designer : Lonemer Creations
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Esther The Elephant
Next, Esther the Elephant is another adorable free elephant amigurumi project that you’ll love. In addition to her cute stubby trunk, she has large floppy ears and is an easy project to work up. Therefore, this is a great project to build your skills on, as well as getting on your kids’ good side.
Skills: Easy Designer : Jess Huff
Height: 14 inches (36cm) standing
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Sunny the Elephant
Without a doubt, this is a charming little lady! Overall, Sunny is certainly excited for any season and so is her designer, the brilliant Carolyne Brodie. Are you waiting for the new season too? Yes! You can make it come even faster with this delightful free elephant amigurumi crochet pattern!
The original pattern and the photos are on Ravelry:
Milk Elephant
These adorable Milk Elephants have soft, rounded shapes, oversized ears, and long trunks that give them a gentle, playful look. The linked post features two elephants made with different hook sizes, so you can enjoy making a pair with slightly different results. Try coordinating yarn shades or choose contrasting colors to make each elephant distinct.
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Amigurumi Velvet Plush Elephant
This plush elephant is made for a soft, cuddly finish. Its rounded body, oversized ears, little trunk, and embroidered facial details create a sweet toy with plenty of personality. The original post recommends Himalaya Dolphin Baby yarn or a similar plush yarn, so check the linked instructions for the exact materials and construction details before starting.
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Amigurumi Velvet Plush Elephant
Crochet Elephant Decorations for Prams and Nurseries
These crochet elephant patterns have a flatter, less rounded shape than traditional amigurumi toys, making them lovely choices for hanging decorations. Use them to create a sweet nursery garland, decorate a baby’s pram, or add a playful handmade touch to a child’s room. They’re a charming alternative to the cuddly, three-dimensional elephants in this collection.
Chubby Elephant
Chubby Elephant is crocheted in profile, giving this design a different look from the more traditional front-facing amigurumi toys. Its plump shape makes it a fun choice for anyone who enjoys unusual animal designs. Try a neutral shade for a classic elephant or a bright color for a playful handmade gift.
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Baby Elephant Softie
This elephant softie is designed as a string of elephants that can be used as a decorative accent for a nursery, pram, or other child-friendly space. The elephants are made from two matching halves sewn together, so be sure to follow the original instructions for assembly. The designer lists this as an intermediate project.
Skills: Intermediate Designer: Käsintehtyä Ja Kaunista
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Easy Elephant
These little elephants are wonderful. As can be seen, they are really a breeze to make and can be made from some scrap yarn. Consequently, you can make use of yarn ends. When finished, you can use them for a lot of different things. Amongst many other uses, you can use them as teethers or stroller toys.
Designer: Studio Madelaine
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Elephant Applique
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Choose Your Next Free Elephant Crochet Pattern
Whether you prefer a tiny pocket elephant, a character dressed in a cute outfit, or a larger plush companion, this collection of free elephant crochet patterns offers plenty of inspiration. Before you start, check the designer’s instructions for yarn, hook size, skill level, and finished measurements. A different yarn weight can change the final size, so use the original pattern as your guide.
Which elephant will you crochet first? Save your favorite pattern, gather your supplies, and enjoy bringing your own little pachyderm to life.
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