Rudy the Giraffe by Kristi Tullus

Rudy the Giraffe

Crochet
November 2023
DK (11 wpi) ?
2.5 mm
186 - 208 yards (170 - 190 m)
US
English
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Get your crochet hook ready for this fun amigurumi giraffe pattern! Ideal for those who love unique handmade creations, this pattern provides a detailed guide to crafting your very own long-legged amigurumi giraffe with a scarf.

One PDF file, 20 pages. Pattern is written in English, using US crochet terms. I included detailed instructions, many step-by-step photos, and useful tips and tricks.

SIZE
28.5 cm (11 1/4”) including horns, when crocheted with DK weight cotton yarn and a 2,50 mm hook.

DIFFICULTY
3. Intermediate – includes some less common crochet techniques, color changes, and simple shaping.

SKILLS REQUIRED

  • Crocheting in spiral
  • Crocheting in rows
  • Chain, slip, and single crochet stitch
  • Increasing and decreasing

YOU WILL NEED

  • Yarn. I used Cascade Yarns ‘Ultra Pima’, a DK weight 100% cotton yarn, 200 m (220 yd) / 100 g (3.5 oz). You will need about 54 g of yellow (3858 sunburst), 14 g of brown (3849 chipmunk), 12 g of green (3741 shamrock), and 3 g of white yarn (3718 natural).
  • 2,50 - 3,00 mm crochet hook (US size 2/C - 3/D).
  • Polyester fiberfill, wool, wadding/padding for stuffing.
  • 9 mm (3/8”) safety eyes or buttons, beads, felt etc.
  • Dark brown cotton embroidery floss.
  • Yarn needle, scissors, stitch marker.

Copyright © 2023 Kristi Tullus, TÜ Spire. All rights reserved. Contents of this document may not be copied, reproduced, altered, published, or distributed in any way. You may sell finished products made with this pattern, I would appreciate credit as the designer (Kristi Tullus, kristitullus.om).