Santa's Elf - Amigurumi Crochet Pattern (PDF) - BEGINNER

A cheerful mini Elf you can crochet in an evening—beginner friendly, US terms.

Bring holiday magic to your shelf with this Christmas Elf amigurumi. Designed for beginners, this pattern uses simple shapes and clear, step-by-step instructions so you can crochet a professional-looking Elf without stress. Perfect for gifts, markets, and matching sets with your Tree, Snowman, and Reindeer.

Why you’ll love it

• Beginner-friendly (US terms): round-by-round instructions, easy shaping
• Polished finish: neat color changes for hat, collar, belt & boots
• Quick make: approx. 12–15 cm (4.7–6") finished size
• Photo help: images for key steps + assembly tips
• Instant download: start today

What’s included

1× PDF pattern (EN, US terms)

• Step-by-step round-by-round instructions
• Photo guidance for color changes, sewing ears, placing safety eyes, attaching collar, belt + buckle
• Assembly & finishing checklist
• License note and care tips

Skill level: Beginner / Confident Beginner
Finished size: ~12–15 cm (4.7–6"), depending on yarn/hook and tension

You will need (materials)

• DK cotton yarn (green, red, white/cream, black, yellow, skin tone, brown)
• Hook 2.5/3.0 mm (or to achieve a tight fabric)
• Safety eyes 6–8 mm or embroidery for eyes
• Stuffing, tapestry needle, stitch markers, scissors

Important
This is a digital crochet pattern (PDF) — no physical toy is included.
You may sell handmade items in small quantities; redistribution of the PDF is not allowed.