Gerald the Giraffe by Cuddly Stitches Craft

Gerald the Giraffe

Crochet
January 2023
Sport (12 wpi) ?
2.5 mm
US
English
This pattern is available for free.

Try this easy to follow crochet giraffe pattern that includes detailed step by step instructions with many photos. This Amigurumi giraffe pattern will help you make your own crochet toy with confidence so don’t hesitate and get started NOW. And remember that I am happy to provide support with any of my crochet animal patterns if needed. Happy crocheting!

DETAILS:

  • available only in English using US crochet terms
  • skill level: intermediate crochet skills and knowledge
  • finished size when seated: 27cm / 10.5 inches
  • finished size from horns to toes: 34cm / 13.5 inches

THIS AMIGURUMI GIRAFFE PATTERN CONSISTS OF:

  • step by step pattern descriptions including lots of photos for guidance
  • Information on how to assemble your toy including photos
  • Information about materials and equipment needed
  • List of abbreviations used in the pattern
  • Links to helpful video tutorials

MATERIALS NEEDED:
- This pattern will work nicely with 100% cotton, 100% acrylic or a blend. I recommend using this weight: Fine Sport #2 = 4 ply OR Light Worsted #3 = DK

I USED:

  • Fine Sport #2 = 4 ply
  • 55% cotton and 45% acrylic blend
  • 2x ball of yellow yarn - YarnArt Jeans - colour 35 - (50g/160m)
  • 1x ball of brown yarn - YarnArt Jeans - colour 40 - (50g/160m)
  • 1x ball of white yarn - YarnArt Jeans - colour 01 - (50g/160m)
  • 1x ball of light brown yarn - YarnArt Jeans - colour 07 - (50g/160m)

OTHER MATERIALS USED:
- polyester fibre fill, a long piece of black thread yarn for eye brow embroidery

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:

  • crochet hook: I used 2.5mm = B/1, if using different weight of yarn then refer to hook size recommendations on the yarn but go one size smaller
  • scissors, yarn needle, pins with large heads, stitch marker or thin yarn to use instead
  • 12mm black safety eyes

You may sell the crochet toys you made using this giraffe crochet pattern as long as you credit me as the original designer