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Rattle Deer Amigurumi Pattern

Rattle Deer Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Tiny Treasure

Small, sweet, and gift-worthy creations that fit perfectly in the palm of your hand with detailed charm.

About This Rattle Deer Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a delightful rattle deer amigurumi worked in cotton yarn and fitted to a wooden ring. It includes complete instructions for the head, upper head piece, nose, horns, ears, and collar with detailed stitch counts. The pattern uses continuous spiral rounds and photo-guides to help you place and assemble parts accurately. Finished toy is baby-friendly when assembled with recommended safety materials.

Rattle Deer Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Worked mostly in single crochet with increases and decreases, this pattern guides you through shaping and neat finishing. The design is compact, easy to carry, and perfect as a baby shower gift or keepsake.

Why You'll Love This Rattle Deer Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns simple stitches into a charming, tactile baby toy that feels handmade and special. I enjoy how the design balances sweet details like embroidered sleepy eyes with sturdy construction around a wooden ring. I love that you can personalize colors and small features to make each deer unique. I'm proud of how the pattern guides you step-by-step, making the shaping and assembly approachable for intermediate crocheters.

Rattle Deer Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Rattle Deer Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Rattle Deer Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Rattle Deer Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to personalize this pattern by swapping colors; try pastel tones for a softer baby gift or bright shades for a playful version.

I sometimes use a thicker cotton yarn and a larger wooden ring to make a chunkier rattle that is great for older babies.

I often substitute the embroidered eyes with small safety eyes for a different look, ensuring they are securely attached for baby-safe projects.

I like to embroider small freckles or blush lines to give each deer its own personality; subtle details make a big difference.

If you want a keychain-sized version, use a finer yarn and smaller hook to create a tiny rattle deer for bag charms.

I add tiny accessories like crocheted scarves or hats for seasonal variations—these are great for gift sets.

Consider using variegated yarn for the upper head piece to create an interesting striped effect without extra color changes.

I sometimes stuff the horns more firmly for a sturdier silhouette or add a small bit of wire inside for posability if the toy is not for a baby.

For a washable version, choose washable cotton yarns and avoid glued or non-washable embellishments; always follow manufacturer washing guidance.

I encourage experimenting with the collar pattern—change the number of chains or the shell stitch count for a different ruffled look.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers when working in a continuous spiral causes lost track of the beginning of rounds; place a marker or use contrasting yarn to mark the beg of rnd and move it each round. ✗ Overstuffing the head makes it stiff and distorts the shape; stuff gradually, check shape frequently, and use tweezers for tight stuffing in small areas. ✗ Using the wrong hook size around the wooden ring causes loose fabric or difficulty working; start the first rounds with a smaller hook (2mm) and switch to 2.5mm if needed to match gauge. ✗ Not counting increases and decreases causes uneven shaping; count stitches after every increase/decrease round and mark rounds where the rattle or nose will be placed.

Rattle Deer Amigurumi Pattern

Make a sweet rattle deer toy for babies and gift-giving with this full crochet pattern. You will find clear step-by-step instructions, stitch counts, and helpful assembly photos to guide you. The design uses cotton yarn and a wooden ring to create a safe, tactile rattle that is soft and durable. Perfect for crafters who want a charming, hand-made baby toy.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Rattle Deer Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Vita Cotton Lily 100% cotton, 1.75 oz/50g - approx 137 yds/125 m (use 2 hanks total)
  • 02
    Suggested substitute yarns: Scheepjes Catona or Alpina Anabel (if substituting check gauge)
  • 03
    MC yarn (beige) - main color, small amount from the 2 hanks
  • 04
    CC yarn (brown) - contrast color, small amount from the 2 hanks
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    Note: Gauge recommended 26 sc x 25 rows = 4 in (10 cm); yardage and quantities depend on your choice of substitute yarn

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.5 mm (recommended for most rounds)
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 2.0 mm (recommended for working tightly around wooden ring)
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    Wooden ring approx 2-3 in / 60-70 mm diameter (beech wooden ring recommended)
  • 04
    Rattle approx 1 in / 24-30 mm diameter
  • 05
    Polyester stuffing
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    Scissors
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    Black embroidery floss or yarn for sleepy eyes
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    Tapestry needle (yarn needle) for sewing and weaving ends
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    Stitch markers (or contrasting yarn to mark beginning of rounds)
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    Tweezers (optional, helpful for stuffing small areas)

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— Working around the ring. Option 1 :

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Work around the ring in a continuous spiral. The total number of sts depends on the size of your wooden ring and yarn. For my size ch10 using hook 2.5mm, then work around the ring using hook 2mm.

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Join chain with sl st around the ring. Then sc in each st around. The first rnd is the most difficult. Then start to work in a continuous spiral, sc in each st. If it`s still uncomfortable to work, try to use smaller size hook. Pay attention to your tension, crochet around the ring tightly. If the fabric is moving loosely, rip it out and start over again with one st less.

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Cont to work until the half or a bit less than half of the ring is covered. End with sl st. The beginning and the end of work should be inside of the ring. Weave in ends. Pull the end through the last rnd to tighten the fabric around the ring, and then pull it through the fabric inside the ring.

— Working around the ring. Option 2 :

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If option 1 is too complicated for you, you can crochet a rectangle, working sc. For my ring size, ch20 and work for 9 rows. When the rectangle is finished, fold it over the ring and sew it, the fabric should be tight around the ring. The seam should be inside the ring. Weave in ends using tapestry needle.

— Head :

Round 1 :

6 sc in magic ring = 6 sts

Round 2 :

(inc) * 6 times = 12 sts

Round 3 :

(inc, sc in next st) * 6 times = 18 sts

Round 4 :

(inc, sc in next 2 sts) * 6 times = 24 sts

Round 5 :

(inc, sc in next 3 sts) * 6 times = 30 sts

Round 6 :

(inc, sc in next 4 sts) * 6 times = 36 sts

Round 7 :

(inc, sc in next 5 sts) * 6 times = 42 sts

Round 8 :

(inc, sc in next 6 sts) * 6 times = 48 sts

Round 9-15 :

48 sc (work even for 7 rnds)

Round 16 :

(dec, sc in next 6 sts) * 6 times = 42 sts

Round 17 :

(dec, sc in next 5 sts) * 6 times = 36 sts

Round 18 :

(dec, sc in next 4 sts) * 6 times = 30 sts

Round 19 :

(dec, sc in next 3 sts) * 6 times = 24 sts

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Stuff the head and put rattle inside.

Round 20 :

(dec, sc in next 2 sts) * 6 times = 18 sts

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Stuff the head tightly, for your convenience you can use tweezers.

Round 21 :

(dec, sc in next st) * 6 times = 12 sts

Round 22 :

(dec) * 6 times = 6 sts

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Bind off rem 6 sts using a needle. Leave a long tail to sewing around a ring (approx 18-20 in / 45-50 cm). The head is done.

— Upper head piece :

Round 1 :

6 sc into magic ring = 6 sts

Round 2 :

(inc) * 6 times = 12 sts

Round 3 :

(inc, sc in next st) * 6 times = 18 sts

Round 4 :

(inc, sc in next 2 sts) * 6 times = 24 sts

Round 5 :

(inc, sc in next 3 sts) * 6 times = 30 sts

Round 6 :

(inc, sc in next 4 sts) * 6 times = 36 sts

Round 7 :

(inc, sc in next 5 sts) * 6 times = 42 sts

Round 8 :

(inc, sc in next 6 sts) * 6 times = 48 sts

Round 9-13 :

sc in every st (work even for 5 rnds) = 48 sts

Round 14 :

(dec, sc in next 6 sts) * 6 times = 42 sts

Round 15 :

sc in every st (work 1 rnd even) = 42 sts

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Turn the piece and start to work flat.

Row 16 :

ch1, sc in next 6 sts, turn.

Row 17 :

ch1, sc in next 6 sts, turn.

Row 18 :

sc in next 5 sts starting from the 2nd st from the hook, turn.

Row 19 :

sc in next 4 sts starting from the 2nd st from the hook, turn.

Row 20 :

ch1, sc in next 4 sts, turn.

Row 21 :

sc in next 3 sts starting from the 2nd st from the hook, turn.

Row 22 :

sc in next 2 sts starting from the 2nd st from the hook, turn.

Row 23-25 :

ch1, sc in next 2 sts, turn.

Info :

Sc in every st to end of upper head piece. Sl st in next st, fasten off leaving a long tail approx 25-27 in (65-70 cm) for sewing to the head.

— Nose :

Round 1 :

5 sc into magic ring = 5 sts

Round 2 :

(inc) * 5 times = 10 sts

Round 3-5 :

sc in next 10 (work even for 3 rnds) = 10 sts

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Sl st in next st, fasten off leaving a tail for sewing.

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With CC yarn (brown) work 6 sc into magic ring for the nose tip, fasten off and sew it to the nose or embroider the tip of the nose using A yarn. Stuff the nose firmly.

— Horn :

Small horn (Make 2) :

With MC yarn work as foll: Rnd 1 - 6 sc into magic ring = 6 sts. Rnd 2 - inc, sc in next 5 sts = 7 sts. Rnds 3-4 - sc in every st (work even for 2 rnds) = 7 sts. Sl st in next st, fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the horn. Rep for the 2nd horn.

Large horn (Make 2) :

With MC yarn work as foll: Rnd 1 - 6 sc into magic ring = 6 sts. Rnd 2 - (inc, sc in next 2 sts) * 2 times = 8 sts. Rnds 3-10 - sc in every st (work even for 8 rnds) = 8 sts. Sl st in next st, fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing. Rep the same for the 2nd horn leaving longer tail approx 27 in (70 cm) to embroider the stripes above the nose. Stuff the horns.

— Ears (Make 2) :

Round 1 :

6 sc into magic ring = 6 sts

Round 2 :

(inc, sc in next 2 sts) * 2 times = 8 sts

Round 3 :

(inc, sc in next 3 sts) * 2 times = 10 sts

Round 4 :

(inc, sc in next 4 sts) * 2 times = 12 sts

Round 5 :

(inc, sc in next 5 sts) * 2 times = 14 sts

Round 6-9 :

sc in every st (work even for 4 rnds) = 14 sts

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Sl st in next st, fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing to the head. Rep the same for the 2nd ear.

— Assembling :

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Sew the nose to the head at level of row 6 from the last inc, attaching the upper head piece to the head, checking the right place for embroidering the nose. See photo-instructions for sewing the upper head piece and the nose.

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Then outline the eyes and remove the upper head piece. With black embroidery floss or fingering weight yarn embroider sleepy eyes. You can bring the needle from the back side of the head. The upper head piece will hide all the knots when attaching it. Embroider the eyes as it's shown on the photo, mirror the 2nd eye. Pay attention to the symmetrical position of the eyes regarding to the nose. When eyes are finished, secure the thread on the back of the head and cut it.

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Now sew the upper head piece. Attach it as it's shown on the photo and sew it to the head around the edge.

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Then sew small horn pieces to the large ones. Sew the horns to the head as it's shown on the photo. Using a long tail, randomly embroider stripes on the nose. Check photo-instructions.

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Fold ears as it's shown on the photo and fix them in such position, then sew them to the head counting approx 2 sts from the horns. Mirror the same for the 2nd ear. The head is done.

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With MC yarn tail sew the head to the wooden ring. When you sew the head to the ring, push it slightly, the neck shouldn't be too thin. The head should be tightly attached to the ring, I recommend to sew it around twice.

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Now make a collar. With MC yarn ch22. Then work flat as foll: Row 1 - sc in 2nd st from the hook, sc in next 20 sts, turn. Row 2 - ch4, dc in 1st st, [sk1, dc in next st, ch1, dc in the same st] 10 times, turn. Row 3 - ch2, 2 dc in next ch space, sc in next st, [5 dc in next ch space, sc in next st] 10 times, 3 dc in last post. The collar is ready. Sew it as it's shown on the photo.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the nose to the head at the level of row 6 from the last increase and attach the upper head piece to the head, checking position carefully before stitching.
  • Embroider sleepy eyes with black embroidery floss or fingering weight yarn, bringing the needle from the back of the head and mirroring the second eye for symmetry.
  • Sew small horn pieces to the large horn bases, then attach the horns to the head in the positions shown, and use a long tail to embroider random stripes on the nose.
  • Fold each ear as shown in photos and sew them to the head about 2 stitches away from the horns, mirroring placement for the second ear.
  • Sew the completed head to the wooden ring using the long tail left from finishing the head; sew securely around the neck area twice for strength.
  • Make the collar (ch22 and work 3 rows as specified), then sew the finished collar around the neck area as shown in the photo-instructions.

Important Notes

  • 💡All pieces are worked in a continuous spiral; do not join rounds—work sc in the next stitch and use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each rnd.
  • 💡Use hook 2.5 mm or the size that matches your yarn and achieves the gauge; when working around the wooden ring use a smaller hook (2.0 mm) for tighter fabric.
  • 💡Weave in ends as you go and leave long tails where indicated for sewing; when attaching the head to the ring sew securely and consider sewing twice for durability.

This lovely Rattle Deer amigurumi is designed to be a treasured, tactile toy for little hands. It combines soft cotton yarn with a sturdy wooden ring and sweet embroidered details to create a safe, memorable gift. Make one in your favorite colorways and share handmade joy with new parents and little ones. 🧶🎁

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately palm-sized; final dimensions depend on the wooden ring diameter and yarn/hook choice.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, but changing yarn weight will affect final size and gauge; if you use bulkier yarn choose a larger ring and adjust hook size accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and expects familiarity with magic ring, single crochet, increases, decreases, and sewing parts together.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in about 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience and working pace.