This darling crochet reindeer head is super simple to make with this easy pattern. Pick up your crochet hook, some yarn and lets get started!
Today I have a quick, cute little reindeer crochet project for you. This Crochet Reindeer Head Pattern is a great project for a beginner (I promise) and makes the perfect gift or addition to your holiday decor! Need an easy crochet refresher? Grab my Learn to Crochet eBook and lets get to work…
This is a super versatile crochet project! You can create all sorts of animals with this basic head shape. Or add different shaped stick antlers, a different colored plaque…. there is lots of room for creativity here.
Free Crochet Reindeer Pattern:
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Supplies:
- wooden plaque
- two twig antlers
- hot glue
- poly fill stuffing
- Red Heart Super Soft Yarn in brown and dark brown
- I sized crochet hook
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
Abbreviations:
ch – chain
st – stitch
sl st – slip stitch
dc – double crochet
Pattern:
magic ring
1: dc 7 into ring, sl st to join, ch 2 (7)
2: 2dc into each st around, sl st to join, ch 2 (14)
3: 2dc, 1dc alternating around, sl st to join, ch 2 (20)
4-6: dc into each st around, sl st to join, ch 2 (20)
7: (dc into first 5 st, 2dc into next st) repeat around, sl st to join, ch 2 (24)
8: dc into each st around, sl st to join, ch 2 (24)
9: (dc into first 5 st, 2dc into next st) repeat around, sl st to join, ch 2 (28)
10: dc into each st around, sl st to join, ch 2 (28)
11: (dc into first 5 stitches, dc decrease into next st) repeat around, sl st to join, ch 2 (24)
12: (dc into first 3 st, dc decrease into next st) repeat around, sl st to join, ch 2 (18)
Tie off ends.
Ears (make 2):
ch 6, in second st from hook dc 4, turn, dc 4, fasten off
Assembly:
1: Sew ears to top of the head.
2: Sew facial features onto the head using the dark brown yarn and a yarn needle.
3: Stuff with poly fill.
4: Glue head and antlers to the plaque.
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Crafting essentials for crochet projects:
- I love using this Vannas Choice yarn for soft silky projects every time.
- These crochet hooks are ideal for using with all sizes of yarn.
- This crochet kit is perfect for the beginner because everything you need to start is included.
- This lovely yarn tote makes traveling with your crochet project both stylish and easy.
Cute right? It would be fun to try this with a larger hook and bulkier yarn. Or using smaller single crochet stitches. Or making large floppy ears for a bunny? I think that I need more time to play around…
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You are so creative! I like this idea. Everything handmade really turned out so well.