Sweet Little Elephant Free Crochet Pattern

This pattern features a sweet little elephant amigurumi, created to offer you a creative, relaxing, and enjoyable experience, where each stitch brings you closer to the charm of this adorable character.
The pattern is designed for you to enjoy every part of the process, whether you are just starting your crochet journey or already have experience. You will find clear and detailed instructions so you can crochet your little elephant at your own pace, with calm and confidence.
You can add accessories or change its expression, giving it its own personality. This pattern is a base that you can freely adapt and make your own with each creation.

Thank you for being part of this journey and for supporting handmade work. I am truly happy that this pattern has found its way into your hands and that you are part of the world of By Hands.

In this post, you will find a free pattern for the Elephant amigurumi. Don’t forget to also check our Complete Guide to Free Crochet Fall Patterns and other Exclusive Patterns.

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This free crochet pattern was designed exclusively for Your Crochet by Aymara, designer at By Hands.

About the Author

Hi! I’m Aymara, a crochet designer from Argentina. I’ve been designing and creating crochet patterns for several years, developing original projects with special attention to detail and making sure my instructions are clear and easy to follow. Although amigurumi is an important part of my work, I enjoy exploring different areas of crochet and creating all kinds of projects, from decorative pieces to functional designs. I love turning an idea into a finished project and sharing it with others through my patterns.

I live with my husband in a small, peaceful town in Argentina, surrounded by nature. I enjoy traveling, discovering new places, and appreciating the simple moments in life. I also enjoy playing paddle tennis whenever I have the opportunity. All of these experiences are part of my inspiration and influence the way I create.

For a long time, I worked creating crochet designs and patterns for other people. Recently, I decided to take a new step and start working for myself, slowly building my own shop and social media presence, where I can share and sell my own designs.

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Pattern Notes

This is a beginner-friendly crochet pattern, and I’m using US terms.

Materials and Tools

• Yarn: 100% super-soft cotton (6-ply)
  • Grey: 50 grams is enough (approximately 120 meters)
  • Pink: A small amount
• Crochet hook: 2.5 mm
• 8 mm black safety eyes
• Stuffing: Fiberfill or stuffing for plush toys
• Thin white and black yarn (2-ply): For embroidering the facial details
• Stitch markers  
• Pins 
• Scissors  
• Liquid silicone and 2 small beads (optional)  

Measurements

• HEIGHT: approximately 6 inches

Stitches and Abbreviations

• rnd – round  
• st(s) – stitch(es) 
• sc – single crochet 
• hdc – half double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• ch – chain(s) 
• slst – slip stitch  
• inc – increase  
• dec – decrease 
• MR – magic ring 
•  BLO – back loop only  

How to Read the Pattern: 

Rnd 3: It means that you are going to start doing round number 3 

(2 sc, inc): The points you should make 

x6: It indicates the number of times you need to repeat that stitch or sequence 

Rnds 2-5: It means that you must work the same way from round 2 to round 5 

1 sc in each stitch around: It means that you must make one stitch in each stitch for the entire round 

(7): Total stitches you get in these rounds

Notes Before Starting:

Take a few minutes to read through the entire pattern before you begin. This will give you a clear idea of the order of the steps, the materials, and the techniques used.

Have all your materials ready before starting, especially a stitch marker or a small piece of colored yarn to mark the beginning of each round.

Stuff the pieces little by little and carefully, avoiding overfilling so the fabric does not become deformed.

Use pins to position the pieces (ears, arms, and tail) before sewing them, making sure they are properly placed.

We will crochet and sew each piece step by step.

To wash the elephant, always hand wash with cold water and mild soap.

Do not use a washing machine or dryer. Let it dry on a towel at room temperature and handle the details with care.

And most importantly: don’t get frustrated if something doesn’t turn out perfect the first time.

If you have any questions or would like to show me your little elephant, you will find my contact information at the end of the PDF.

Sweet Little Elephant Free Crochet Pattern

Head 

Use Gray yarn.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a magic ring (6)

 

Rnd 2: 6 inc (12) 

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc)x6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc)x6 (24)

Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc)x6 (30)

Rnd 6: 2 sc, inc, (4 sc, inc)x5, 2 sc (36) 

Rnd 7: 1 sc in each stitch (36)

Rnd 8: (5 sc, inc)x6 (42)

Rnds 9-11: 1 sc in each stitch (42)

Rnd 12: 3 sc, inc, (6 sc, inc)x5, 3 sc (48)

Rnd 13: (7 sc, inc)x6 (54)

Rnd 14: 1 sc in each stitch (54)

Rnd 15: 22 sc, 9 ch, skip 9 stitches and, starting in the next stitch, 23 sc (54)

 

Rnds 16-17: 1 sc in each stitch (54) 

Rnd 18: (7 sc, dec)x6 (48)

Rnd 19: 3 sc, dec, (6 sc, dec)x5, 3 sc (42) 

Rnd 20: (5 sc, dec)x6 (36)

Rnd 21: 2 sc, dec, (4 sc, dec)x5, 2 sc (30) 

Rnd 22: (3 sc, dec)x6 (24)

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Now we will continue crocheting the trunk. Continue with Gray yarn. 

Place the head in the indicated position (see image).

Next, count 5 stitches to the left and from there insert the hook into the fifth stitch, pull the yarn through as shown, and make 1 chain to begin. Then work 18 stitches around the opening: 5 sc on the bottom, 9 sc on the top, and 4 sc remaining on the bottom.

If you wish, place a stitch marker in the first stitch to help guide you.

This means: Rnd 1: 18 sc around the opening (18)

Continue working in a spiral. Insert the hook into the first sc of the previous round and begin from there.

Rnds 2-5: 1 sc in each stitch (18)

Rnd 6: (4 sc, dec)x3 (15)

Rnds 7-10: 1 sc in each stitch (15) 

Rnd 11: (3 sc, dec)x3 (12)

Rnds 12-14: 1 sc in each stitch (12) 

Rnd 15: (4 sc, dec)x2 (10)

Rnds 16-17: 1 sc in each stitch (10)

Rnd 18: (1 sc, 3 hdc, 1 sc)x2 (10)

Cut the yarn and leave a tail for sewing.

Sew the tip of the trunk by passing the needle through the back loops of the stitches, gently tightening to close the opening without deforming the shape. 

Before stuffing the head, place the safety eyes between rounds 13 and 14 of the head (leave a space of 9 stitches between them). 

Then stuff the head. 

Now we will crochet the legs. We will start by making one leg first, then crochet the second leg. Once both are finished, we will join them together to continue crocheting the body as one piece. 

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Legs – make 2

Use Gray yarn.

Rnd 1: 5 sc in a magic ring (5)

Rnd 2: 5 inc (10)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc)x5 (15)

Rnd 4: BLO: 1 sc in each stitch (15)

Rnd 5: 1 sc in each stitch around (15)

Cut the yarn and make another leg, but do not cut the yarn on the second leg, as you will continue crocheting the body from there.

Rnd 6: Joining the legs: 3 ch, then insert the hook into the leg where you cut the yarn and crochet 15 sc around that leg, (place a marker in the first stitch to mark the beginning of the round).

Next, crochet 1 sc in each of the 3 chains (3 sc), then 15 sc around the second leg, and finally 3 sc on the other side of the chains (along the opposite side of the initial 3 chains you made). At the end of this round, you will have 36 stitches in total.

This is: 3 ch, 15 sc around the first leg, 3 sc in the 3 ch, 15 sc around the second leg, 3 sc in the 3 ch (36)

We continue cocheting the body. 

Body

Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc)x6 (42)

Rnd 8: (6 sc, inc)x6 (48)

Rnds 9-10: 1 sc in each stitch around (48) 

Rnd 11: (6 sc, dec)x6 (42)

Rnds 12-13: 1 sc in each stitch (42)

Rnd 14: (5 sc, dec)x6 (36)

Rnds 15-16: 1 sc in each stitch (36) 

Rnd 17: (2 sc, dec, 2 sc)x6 (30) 

Rnds 18-19: 1 sc in each stitch (30) 

Rnd 20: (3 sc, dec)x6 (24)

Rnds 21-22: 1 sc in each stitch (24) 

Cut the yarn and stuff the body.

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Arms – make 2

Use Gray yarn.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: (2 sc, inc)x2 (8)

Rnds 3-4: 1 sc in each stitch around (8)

Rnd 5: 6 sc, dec (7)

Rnd 6: 1 sc in each stitch around (7)

Rnd 7: 5 sc, dec (6)

Rnd 8: 1 sc in each stitch around (6)

Cut the yarn and stuff it, but only a little bit.

Ears – make 2

Use Gray yarn.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in a magic ring (6)

Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)

Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc)x6 (18)

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc)x6 (24)

Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc)x6 (30)

Rnd 6: 2 sc, inc, (4 sc, inc)x5, 2 sc (36)

Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc)x6 (42)

Rnd 8: 3 sc, inc, (6 sc, inc)x5, 3 sc (48)

Cut the yarn.

Tail

Use Gray yarn.

Make 16 chains. Then, starting from the second chain from the hook, work 15 sc.

Cut the yarn and leave a long tail for sewing.

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Flower – make 2

Use Pink yarn.

In a magic ring, work: (3 ch, 2 dc, 3 ch, sl st)x5

Assembling 

1. Sew the arms leaving one round free below the neck. 

2. Sew the head to the body, making sure the elephant’s trunk is well centered and properly aligned before closing. 

3. To sew the ears, fold them in half and pass the needle through 3 stitches to shape them (see image). Then sew them to the head between rounds 10 and 11, making sure they are well positioned.

4. Sew the tail. 

5. With thin Black yarn, embroider the eyebrows, leaving a space of 3 rounds above the eyes. Each eyebrow should cover one round, worked on a diagonal, and span 3 stitches.

 

6. Then embroider the trunk as well, making two decorative lines to add detail and definition (optional). 

 

7. Then embroider a black line just above the eye, placing it parallel to the eyebrow to enhance the expression.

Follow the image as a reference for its placement and shape.

8. To finish the embroidery, using thin white yarn, make a small crescent-shaped line below each eye, following the curve gently to add a highlight and expression. 

9. To finish (optional), glue the beads to the center of each flower and then sew the flowers onto the ears, making sure they are well centered and secure. 

Your Elephant amigurumi is ready!

The easily printable Sweet Little Elephant PDF version is available in our shop:

I’m Aymara, the creator behind By Hands, and I’m so happy to share this project with you. Each pattern is created with lots of love and dedication to accompany you on your creative journey.

If you have any questions or need help, feel free to message me.

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Pattern Usage:

This pattern is for personal use only. It may not be copied, distributed, or sold as-is.

You may sell the finished crochet elephants made from this pattern on a small scale, always giving credit to By Hands as the pattern creator.

Thank you for supporting my work and handmade creations!

With love, Aymara

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