Whether you’re new to the world of amigurumi or simply on the hunt for a fresh project, the Joanna amigurumi elephant free pattern is just what you need! This pattern is suitable for both beginners and seasoned crocheters alike.
The Joanna Amigurumi allows you to create a soft and adorable elephant toy. With its large ears and endearing features, it’s a project that will capture your heart from the very start. So, grab your crochet hook, some yarn, and let’s embark on this delightful journey to craft your very own Joanna the elephant amigurumi toy.
Abbreviations:
sc – single crochet
sc inc – single crochet increase
sc dec – single crochet decrease
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
All rows are worked in a spiral. Use a marker or yarn to mark the first stitch of each row.
PATTERN
Body
(crocheted from the base to the neck)
Row 1: 6 sc in the amigurumi ring (6)
Row 2: 6 sc inc (12)
Row 3: (1 sc, sc inc) x 6 times (18)
Row 4: (2 sc, sc inc) x 6 times (24)
Row 5: (3 sc, sc inc) x 6 times (30)
Row 6: (2 sc, sc inc) x 10 times (40)
Rows 7-17: 40 sc
Row 18: (2 sc, sc dec) x 10 times (30)
Rows 19-22: 30 sc
Row 23: (3 sc, sc dec) x 6 times (24)
Rows 24-25: 24 sc
Row 26: (2 sc, sc dec) x 6 times (18)
Row 27: 18 sc
Row 28: (1 sc, sc dec) x 6 times (12)
Row 29: (1 sc, sc dec) x 4 times (8)
Fasten off the yarn and leave a piece of yarn for sewing to the head. Start stuffing the body approximately from row 15.
Head
(the head and trunk are crocheted together from the top to the neck)
Row 1: 6 sc in the amigurumi ring (6)
Row 2: 6 sc inc (12)
Row 3: (1 sc, sc inc) x 6 times (18)
Row 4: (2 sc, sc inc) x 6 times (24)
Row 5: (1 sc, sc inc) x 12 times (36)
Row 6: 36 sc
Row 7: 7 sc, 3 sc inc, 15 sc, 3 sc inc, 8 sc (42)
Rows 8-10: 42 sc
Row 11: 20 sc, 2 sc inc, 20 sc (44)
Row 12: 20 sc, 4 sc inc, 20 sc (48)
Rows 13-14: 48 sc
Note: Rows 15-16 of the head are slightly complex as they form the trunk. Pay close attention, as there will be an opening in the face. There should be 10 skipped single crochets and 5 chain stitches in these rows, which will be used for the trunk. The head is then completed in the usual way.
Row 15: 19 sc, 5 ch, skip 10 sc, 19 sc (43) – these 43 stitches include 5 chains.
Row 16: sc in the round, including the 5 chain stitches worked through the back loop (43)
Row 17: 8 sc, 3 sc dec, 15 sc, 3 sc dec, 8 sc (37)
Row 18: (2 sc, sc dec) x 9 times (28)
Row 19: (2 sc, sc dec) x 7 times (21)
Row 20: (1 sc, sc dec) x 7 times (14)
Row 21: sc dec 7 times (7)
Do not close the neck. Leave it open until you finish crocheting the trunk and making the eyes. They should be sewn through this opening.
Stuff the head as you go. Fasten off the yarn and leave a piece of yarn for sewing.
Legs (2 parts)
Row 1: Chain 7, sc in the second chain from the hook, 4 sc, 3 sc in the last chain of the chain, then crochet on the back side of the chain: 4 sc, sc inc (14)
Row 2: sc inc, 4 sc, 3 sc inc, 4 sc, 2 sc inc (20)
Row 3: 20 sc
Row 4: 4 sc, 6 sc dec, 4 sc (14)
Row 5: 3 sc, 4 sc dec, 3 sc (10)
Row 6: sc inc, 9 sc (11)
Row 7: 2 sc, (sc inc, 2 sc) 3 times, 1 sc (15)
Rows 8-13: 15 sc
Row 14: sc dec 7 times, 1 sc (8)
Cut the yarn, tighten the opening, and stuff the legs as you go.
Note: In the original pattern, Row 7 was written as (sc inc, 2 sc) x 4 times, 1 sc (15), but this is an obvious mistake, as it results in 17 stitches instead of 15.
Arms (2 parts)
Row 1: 5 sc in the amigurumi ring (5)
Row 2: 5 sc inc (10)
Rows 3-5: 10 sc
Rows 6-7: 2 sl st, 8 sc (10)
Rows 8-9: 10 sc
Row 10: sc inc, 9 sc (11)
Row 11: 11 sc
Row 12: sc inc, 10 sc (12)
Rows 13-17: 12 sc
Row 18: (sc, sc dec) x 4 times (8)
If you are making a shirt, change the yarn color at the end of Row 13. Cut the yarn, tighten the opening, and stuff the arms as you go.
Trunk
(Crocheted in a spiral)
Row 1: Crochet in a spiral using 5 ch for the front loop and 10 skipped single crochets (15)
Rows 2-3: 15 sc
Row 4: sc dec, 13 sc (14)
Rows 5-6: 14 sc
Row 7: sc dec, 12 sc (13)
Rows 8-9: 13 sc
Row 10: sc dec, 11 sc (12)
Rows 11-12: 12 sc
Row 13: sc dec, 10 sc (11)
Row 14: 11 sc
Row 15: sc dec, 9 sc (10)
Rows 16-17: 10 sc
Row 18: (sc, sc dec) x 4 times (8)
Cut the yarn, tighten the opening.
Ears
(2 parts, crocheted in the round with a turning chain)
Row 1: 5 sc in the amigurumi ring (5), ch, turn
Row 2: 5 sc inc (10), ch, turn
Row 3: (1 sc, sc inc) x 5 times (15), ch, turn
Row 4: (2 sc, sc inc) x 5 times (20), sl st to finish
Leave a long tail for sewing to the head.
Collar
Chain 40, sc in the third chain from the hook, then sc in both loops of the chain. Continue with (sc, 3 ch, sc) in each chain. Decorate with a ribbon and tie it around the neck.
Hat
(crocheted in the round)
Row 1: 5 sc in the amigurumi ring (5)
Rows 2-6: 5 sc
Row 7: 5 sc inc (10)
Rows 8-10: 10 sc
Row 11: 10 sc inc (20)
Rows 12-13: 20 sc
Row 14: (4 sc, sc inc) x 4 times (24)
Row 15: 24 sc
Row 16: Edge every sc (sc, 3 ch, sl st)
I hope this helps you in your amigurumi project!
