Explore the world of amigurumi with our free and easy-to-follow rhinoceros crochet pattern. Whether you’re a seasoned amigurumi enthusiast or just starting out, this project is perfect for creating a cute and cuddly rhino plushie. In this step-by-step tutorial, we’ll walk you through the process of crafting your very own amigurumi rhino, from selecting the right yarn to adding those finishing touches. Get ready to embark on a creative journey that will bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart!
Materials Needed:
Yarn in 3 colors:
- Color A – White
- Color B – Light Blue
- Color C – Grey
Crochet hook appropriate for the yarn thickness
Safety eyes (9mm or preferably 12mm)
Stuffing
PATTERN
LEGS (Make 2)
Using Color C (Grey)
Row 1: 6 sc (single crochet)
Row 2: 6 inc (increase) – 12 sc
Row 3: (1 sc, inc) * 6 – 18 sc
Row 4: (2 sc, inc) * 6 – 24 sc
Row 5: (3 sc, inc) * 6 – 30 sc
Row 6: (4 sc, inc) * 6 – 36 sc
Rows 7-19: (14 rows) – 36 sc
Make the second leg.
Row 20: Join the two legs. To do this, attach the yarn to the first leg and make two chain stitches, then crochet sc into the second leg. Continue working in the round – 76 sc (create a bridge with 2 chains on both sides, as shown in photo 3).
BODY
Continue with Color C (Grey)
Row 21: 76 sc
Row 22: (17 sc, dec) * 4 – 72 sc
Row 23: 72 sc
Change to Color B (Light Blue)
Rows 24-25: 72 sc
Row 26: (22 sc, dec) * 3 – 69 sc
Row 27: (21 sc, dec) * 3 – 66 sc
Row 28: 66 sc
Row 29: (20 sc, dec) * 3 – 63 sc
Row 30: (19 sc, dec) * 3 – 60 sc
Row 31: (18 sc, dec) * 3 – 57 sc
Row 32: (17 sc, dec) * 3 – 54 sc
Row 33: (16 sc, dec) * 3 – 51 sc
Rows 34-40: (7 rows) – 51 sc
Row 41: (15 sc, dec) * 3 – 48 sc
Rows 42-47: (6 rows) 48 sc
Row 48: (6 sc, dec) * 6 – 42 sc
Row 49: 42 sc
Row 50: (5 sc, dec) * 6 – 36 sc
Row 51: 36 sc
Row 52: (4 sc, dec) * 6 – 30 sc
Row 53: 30 sc
Row 54: Change direction – crochet counterclockwise (4 trc, inc) * 6 – 36 sc
Row 55: 36 sc
Turn the last two rows inside out.
HEAD
Using Color C (Grey)
Row 1: 6 sc
Row 2: 6 inc – 12 sc
Row 3: (1 sc, inc) * 6 – 18 sc
Row 4: (2 sc, inc) * 6 – 24 sc
Rows 5-6: 24 sc
Row 7: 6 sc, (1 sc, inc) * 6, 6 sc – 30 sc
Row 8: 10 sc, 3 sc in 1 st, 7 sc, 3 sc in 1 st, 11 sc – 34 sc
Rows 9-10: 34 sc (+2 turning chains)
Row 11: 12 sc, 3 sc in 1 st, 8 sc, 3 sc in 1 st, 12 sc – 38 sc
Row 12: 38 sc
Row 13: 5 sc – incomplete row, start a new row
The marker should go behind the head through the center.
Row 14: 11 sc, 3 sc in 1 st, 14 sc, 3 sc in 1 st, 11 sc – 42 sc
Row 15: 9 sc, (1 sc, inc) * 12, 9 sc – 54 sc
Row 16: 54 sc
Row 17: 9 sc, (2 sc, inc) * 12, 9 sc – 66 sc
Rows 18-32: 66 sc (you can make fewer rows; adjust when attaching the head to the body)
Row 33: (9 sc, dec) * 6 – 60 sc
Row 34: (8 sc, dec) * 6 – 54 sc
Row 35: (7 sc, dec) * 6 – 48 sc
Row 36: (6 sc, dec) * 6 – 42 sc
Row 37: (5 sc, dec) * 6 – 36 sc
Row 38: (4 sc, dec) * 6 – 30 sc
Row 39: (3 sc, dec) * 6 – 24 sc
Row 40: (2 sc, dec) * 6 – 18 sc
Row 41: (1 sc, dec) * 6 – 12 sc
Row 42: 6 dec
Close the hole.
ARMS
Using Color C (Grey)
Row 1: 6 sc
Row 2: 6 inc – 12 sc
Row 3: (1 sc, inc) * 6 – 18 sc
Row 4: (2 sc, inc) * 6 – 24 sc
Rows 5-7: 24 sc
Row 8: (4 sc, dec) * 4 – 20 sc
Change to Color B (Light Blue)
Row 9: 20 sc
Row 10: dec, 8 sc, dec, 8 sc – 18 sc
Rows 11-20: 18 sc
Row 21: dec, 16 – 17 sc
Rows 22-25: 17 sc
Row 26: dec, 15 sc – 16 sc
Rows 27-30: 16 sc
Row 31: dec, 14 sc – 15 sc
Slightly stuff, fold in half, crochet 7 sc, then attach to the body.
EARS
Using Color C (Grey)
Row 1: 6 sc
Row 2: (1 sc, inc) * 3 – 9 sc
Rows 3-4: 9 sc
Row 5: (2 sc, inc) * 3 – 12 sc
Row 6: (3 sc, inc) – 15 sc
Row 7: (4 sc, inc) * 3 – 18 sc
Row 8: (5 sc, inc) * 3 – 21 sc
Rows 9-12: 21 sc
Row 13: (5 sc, dec) * 3 – 18 sc
Row 14: (4 sc, dec) * 3 – 15 sc
Fold in half, do not stuff, sew two sides of the ear, pulling slightly to create a small dimple.
EYELIDS
Make a chain of 5 ch. Starting from the second loop from the hook: 4 sc. Turn: 4 sc.
BIG HORN
Row 1: 4 sc
Row 2: (1 sc, inc) * 2 – 6 sc
Row 3: (2 sc, inc) * 2 – 8 sc
Row 4: (3 sc, inc) * 2 – 10 sc
Row 5: (4 sc, inc) * 2 – 12 sc
Row 6: 1 sc, 3 ch, 3 sc, 4 sl st, 1 sc – 12
Row 7: 12 sc
Row 8: Repeat Row 6.
SMALL HORN
Row 1: 4 sc
Row 2: (1 sc, inc) * 2 – 6 sc
Row 3: (2 sc, inc) * 2 – 8 sc
Row 4: (3 sc, inc) * 2 – 10 sc
Row 5: (4 sc, inc) * 2 – 12 sc
