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Reversible Christmas Amigurumi Pattern

Reversible Christmas 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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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Reversible Christmas Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern teaches you how to crochet a reversible amigurumi that becomes either Santa Claus or a Christmas tree. It includes complete round-by-round instructions, surface slip stitch details, and tips for finishing. The project uses small hooks and fine yarn for a neat, compact finished piece.

Reversible Christmas Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You'll learn invisible finishes and surface slip stitch techniques to add crisp details. Clear photos and notes help guide every assembly step.

Why You'll Love This Reversible Christmas Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it captures two festive characters in one clever reversible design. I enjoy how the surface slip stitches and tiny details bring both Santa and the tree to life and allow for creative color choices. Making the set is a satisfying mix of shaping and decorative finishing that keeps each round interesting. I feel proud when the two pieces fit together perfectly — it's a delightful result worth sharing.

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

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this reversible design; I often change the tree shades to teal and mint for a modern palette.

I make larger or smaller versions by swapping yarn weight and hook size — bulky yarn with a larger hook makes a chunky, huggable version, while fine yarn creates tiny ornaments.

I sometimes embroider different facial expressions to give each Santa a distinct personality; moving eye placement slightly makes a big difference.

I add felt or crocheted accessories like scarves, tiny presents, or a small garland on the tree to personalize each piece.

For a sturdier base I glue a cardboard or plastic circle inside and cover it with yarn; this helps the toy stand perfectly on shelves.

I recommend trying different yarn fibers — cotton blends give a crisp look while acrylics are softer and more durable for play.

Try adding a small loop at the top of the star to hang the tree as an ornament if you want a decorative hanging version.

I also like to mix decorative stitches on the tree layers — experiment with picots or small popcorns to simulate ornaments.

If making as a gift, I pair the amigurumi with a handmade tag and a mini crochet bag for a charming presentation.

Finally, I always photograph my color experiments so I can repeat favorite combinations and refine the design for future gifts.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds can cause you to lose track of the beginning of rounds; place a marker and move it each round to maintain correct stitch counts. ✗ Not stuffing gradually leads to uneven shape and lumps; add stuffing in small amounts while shaping to keep the form smooth and consistent. ✗ Cutting color tails too early will make surface slip stitch work harder later; leave white and color tails as instructed until all surface stitches are completed. ✗ Sewing parts without pinning first can cause misplacement and asymmetry; always pin or baste pieces in position to check alignment before permanently sewing.

Reversible Christmas Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming reversible amigurumi set that transforms from a jolly Santa into a cute Christmas tree. This pattern includes full step-by-step rounds, special stitch techniques, and assembly tips so you can create a reversible holiday friend. Perfect as a handmade gift or seasonal decor, the finished amigurumi is both playful and practical.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Reversible Christmas Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    4-ply cotton blend yarn ( fingering / 4 ply ) in the following colors: pink (small amount)
  • 02
    light pink (small amount)
  • 03
    white (main amount for trims and beard)
  • 04
    dark brown (small amount for boots and details)
  • 05
    skin color (small amount for face and ears)
  • 06
    apple green (small amount)
  • 07
    pale green (main amount for tree)
  • 08
    moss green (small amount for tree base)
  • 09
    yellow (tiny amount for belt buckle)
  • 10
    peach (tiny amount for nose)
  • 11
    Fiberfill for stuffing (small bag)
  • 12
    Cardboard or rigid plastic circle (for optional base support)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.0 mm (or suitable for chosen yarn)
  • 02
    Tapestry needle
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Stitch markers (or a piece of yarn to mark rounds)
  • 05
    Polyester stuffing (fiberfill)
  • 06
    Pins for assembly (optional)
  • 07
    Small piece of cardboard or rigid plastic for base (optional)

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— Santa Claus (Head and Body) :

Info :

Start with white yarn. Leave a long starting yarn tail, approximately 10 cm (4"). This tail will be used to join both Santa Claus and Christmas tree at the end of this pattern.

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

[sc, inc]x6 (18)

Round 4-5 :

18sc (18)

Round 6 :

[sc, dec]x6 (12)

Info :

Stuffed with fiberfill.

Round 7 :

6dec (6)

Info :

Change to pink yarn.

Round 8 :

FLO 6inc (12)

Round 9 :

[3sc, inc]x3 (15)

Round 10 :

[sc, inc, sc]x5 (20)

Round 11 :

[3sc, inc]x5 (25)

Round 12 :

[2sc, inc, 2sc]x5 (30)

Round 13 :

[2sc, inc, 2sc]x6 (36)

Round 14 :

[5sc, inc]x6 (42)

Round 15 :

42sc (42)

Info :

Change to white yarn.

Round 16 :

[3sc, inc, 3sc]x6 (48)

Round 17 :

48sc (48)

Info :

Change to skin color yarn. Do not cut the white yarn. The remaining white tail should stay outside.

Round 18 :

BLO 48sc (48)

Round 19-20 :

48sc (48)

Info :

Stop for a while to make some sl st around the FLs of R17 (you worked R18 BLO) using white yarn. End with invisible finish.

Info :

Then continue working with skin color yarn again.

Round 21 :

[7sc, inc]x6 (54)

Round 22-23 :

54sc (54)

Round 24 :

54sc (54)

Info :

Change to pink yarn. Do not cut the white yarn because it will be used to make some surface slip stitches.

Round 25-26 :

54sc (54)

Round 27 :

[4sc, inc, 4sc]x6 (60)

Round 28 :

60sc (60)

Round 29 :

BLO 60sc (60)

Round 30 :

60sc (60)

Info :

Fasten off and finish with invisible finish. Then weave in ends.

Infos :

Now, make some lines on the Santa's body, using surface slip stitch technique with white yarn: Make a loop between R23-24 (the color changing round between skin color and white), then make some surface slip stitches around until you reach the middle of Santa's front part. Then, do 5 surface slip stitches vertically between R25-28. Then continue to go to a st between R28-29 around, right under the FL left of R28 (you worked R29 BLO), and do some surface slip stitches around, until you meet the vertical slip stitch again.

Info :

Make a surface slip stitch to the last st of vertical slip stitch (at R28). Then cut the white yarn for about 50 cm long. Fasten off. With tapestry needle, pass the white thread to go inside through the last st of vertical surface slip stitch. Then, continue making some surface slip stitches around R23-24 again, until you meet the first st of surface slip stitch. End with invisible finish.

Infos :

With dark brown yarn: Make a loop between R27-28, at the second st from the white line. Make some surface slip stitches around until you reach the second st before the white line. Then change to yellow yarn: make 3 surface slip stitches to connect to the dark brown line. Fasten off and hide and secure the tails.

— Beard :

Info :

Start with white yarn, make 36ch. Start from the second ch from the hook, 2sl st, [skip 1st, 5hdc in the same st, skip 1st, sl st]x8, sl st.

Info :

Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing. With the ugly side facing forward, sew the beard to the face part of the body. Only sew the chains to the face and let the shells remain unsewn.

— Ears :

Item Name (P1) :

Start with skin color yarn, make 5sc in MR. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Sew the ears between R20-22 of the body.

— Moustache :

Info :

Start with white yarn, make 13ch. Start from the second ch from the hook, sl st, inc, hdc, dc inc, skip 1 st, 2sl st, skip 1st, dc inc, hdc, inc, ss.

Info :

Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing. With the ugly side facing forward, sew the moustache to the face part of the body.

Info :

Then embroider the eyes with dark brown yarn at R20 of the body, 3 st wide and 6 st apart. Also embroider the nose with peach yarn between R21-22, right on the top of moustache, 2st wide.

— Arms (make 2) :

Round 1 :

Start with dark brown yarn. 6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

[sc, inc]x3 (9)

Info :

Change to pink yarn.

Round 3-5 :

9sc (9)

Info :

Make a round of surface slip stitch between R2-3 using white yarn.

Round 6 :

dec, 7sc (8)

Info :

Stuff 50% of the arm with fiberfill.

Round 7 :

Last round: flatten and work through both stitches 4sc (4). FO, leave a long tail for sewing.

Info :

Sew the arms to the body between R24-25.

— Feet (make 2) :

Round 1 :

Start with dark brown yarn. 6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

[2sc, inc]x2 (8)

Round 3 :

8sc (8)

Info :

No need to stuff.

Round 4 :

Last round: flatten and work through both stitches 4sc (4). Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.

Info :

Then, sew the legs at the bottom three rounds of the body, 8st apart.

Infos :

Notes: Do not use the BL of the last round when sewing the legs because they will be used to join the santa and the tree. Sew the legs only on 60% of their height, and let the top parts remain not sewn.

— Christmas tree (Tree) :

Info :

Start with pale green yarn. Leave a long starting yarn tail, approximately 10 cm (4").

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

[3sc, inc]x3 (15)

Round 4 :

[sc, inc, sc]x5 (20)

Round 5 :

[3sc, inc]x5 (25)

Round 6 :

[2sc, inc, 2sc]x5 (30)

Info :

Change to apple green yarn.

Round 7 :

BLO [2sc, inc, 2sc]x6 (36)

Round 8 :

[5sc, inc]x6 (42)

Round 9 :

42sc (42)

Round 10 :

[3sc, inc, 3sc]x6 (48)

Info :

Change to pale green yarn.

Round 11 :

BLO 48sc (48)

Round 12-14 :

48sc (48)

Round 15 :

[7sc, inc]x6 (54)

Info :

Change to apple green yarn.

Round 16 :

BLO 54sc (54)

Round 17-19 :

54sc (54)

Round 20 :

[4sc, inc, 4sc]x6 (60)

Info :

Change to moss green yarn.

Round 21 :

BLO 60sc (60)

Round 22-23 :

60sc (60)

Info :

Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing, about 50 cm long. Do an invisible finish.

Infos :

Hold your tree so the bottom side is facing you. At the back side, right at the first st of the round, attach the pale green yarn at the FL of R6 (you worked R7 BLO). Make: [sl st, sc, hdc inc, sc]x7, 2sl st. Sl st to the first st of this round. Fasten off, secure and hide the tails.

Infos :

Attach the apple green yarn at the FL of R10 (you worked R11 BLO). Make: [sl st, sc, hdc inc, sc]x11, 4sl st. Sl st to the first st of this round. Fasten off, secure and hide the tails.

Infos :

Attach the pale green yarn at the FL of R15 (you worked R16 BLO). Make: [sl st, sc, hdc inc, sc]x13, 2sl st. Sl st to the first st of this round. Fasten off, secure and hide the tails.

Infos :

Attach the apple green yarn at the FL of R20 (you worked R21 BLO). Make: [sl st, sc, hdc inc, sc]x14, 4sl st. Sl st to the first st of this round. Fasten off, secure and hide the tails.

— Star :

Info :

Start with pink yarn. Make two stars.

Round 1 :

5sc in MR (5)

Round 2 :

5inc (10)

Round 3 :

[3ch, start from the second ch from the hook: sl st, sc, skip 1st, sl st to the next st]x5 (follow assembly photos). Fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing. With the ugly parts facing each other, sew them together with tapestry needle. Then sew the star to the top of the tree.

— Balls :

Info :

Make some balls to decorate the christmas tree using light pink and white yarn. Attach the thread to the desired position to make a ball. Work 3ch, then sl st to the st where you started attaching the yarn. Fasten off, secure and hide the tails.

— Gift :

Info :

Start with pink yarn. Work in rows. Make 5ch.

Round 1 :

From the second ch from the hook, 4sc (4), 1ch.

Round 2 :

turn, 4sc (4), 1ch.

Round 3 :

turn, 4sc (4).

Info :

Fasten off, leave a short tail. Make another one, but do not fasten off. Join them together with some sc around (work inc3 for every corner). Then fasten off, leave a long tail for sewing.

Infos :

Then, attach white yarn to the middle of the bottom edge of the gift. Make some ch until it reaches the top. Sl st to the middle of the upper part. Make 8ch and sl st to the same st. Then make 8ch again and sl st again near the previous st. Tidy up the bows by sewing them using tapestry needle. Then pass the thread to the middle of side part, and make a loop. Make some ch until it reaches the other side. Fasten off. You can fix the position of the white ch by sewing at the overlapping point of both ch.

— Beard, Moustache & Face Finishes :

Info :

Sew beard and moustache to the face; sew only chain parts and leave shells free so beard looks fluffy. Embroider eyes at R14-R20 positions as instructed, eyes 3 st wide and spaced 5-6 st apart depending on piece. Embroider nose with peach yarn between R21-22, 2st wide.

— Assembly and Joining :

Info :

Flip the santa and the christmas tree so the ugly sides are facing you. Make a knot with the yarn left from the magic ring. Try to leave a small space between them.

Info :

Join the last rounds of the santa and the christmas tree. Sew them together with moss green yarn tail through the BL of each piece. To finish, make a knot and hide the tail.

Info :

Flip the christmas tree back so the good side is facing you, but keep the santa stay with the ugly side. No need to stuff with fiberfill. Push the santa inside the christmas tree. Since there is not any shared part between them, it is optional to make the position of both faces matched up.

— Notes and Optional Base :

Info :

If you want them as two separated toys (not as a reversible one), you can close the hole by sewing a round flat piece as the base. To make the base, use pink yarn for santa side and moss green yarn for christmas tree side.

Round 1 :

6sc in MR (6)

Round 2 :

6inc (12)

Round 3 :

[sc, inc]x6 (18)

Round 4 :

[sc, inc, sc]x6 (24)

Round 5 :

[3sc, inc]x6 (30)

Round 6 :

[2sc, inc, 2sc]x6 (36)

Round 7 :

[5sc, inc]x6 (42)

Round 8 :

[3sc, inc, 3sc]x6 (48)

Round 9 :

[7sc, inc]x6 (54)

Round 10 :

[4sc, inc, 4sc]x6 (60)

Info :

Fasten off. Leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff the body with fiberfill (you can continue stuffing while sewing the base). Prepare a circular piece of cardboard or rigid plastic to fit inside the bottom of the body. This will help the toy to stand well. Place the cardboard/rigid plastic to the bottom, and sew the base to the BL of the last round of the body.

Assembly Instructions

  • Flip both pieces so the ugly sides face you; make a knot with the long starting tail from the magic ring and leave a small gap between them for alignment.
  • Sew the last rounds of the Santa and the Christmas tree together using the moss green yarn tail through the back loops (BL) of each piece, knot and hide the tail to finish.
  • Sew the beard and moustache to the face with the ugly sides facing out; only sew the chain/chain-like parts so shells remain loose and fluffy.
  • Attach arms between R24-25 and ears between R20-22; pin parts first to check symmetry and then sew securely using a tapestry needle.
  • Sew feet/legs to the bottom three rounds of the body spaced about 8 stitches apart; sew legs only on about 60% of their height so the tops remain free.
  • Place optional cardboard/plastic circle inside the bottom and sew the base to the back loop of the last round to provide stability.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work tight stitches and use a small hook for neat fabric, but avoid working so tight that the piece stops being stretchable.
  • 💡Each round is worked in a continuous spiral; use a stitch marker to mark the first stitch of each round and move it as you go.
  • 💡Do not cut the white tails until surface slip stitch decorations are finished because they are used for those trims and joins.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and evenly; overstuffing can distort the shape while under stuffing can make parts collapse.

This reversible Christmas amigurumi combines two adorable designs in one clever toy: a jolly Santa and a leafy Christmas tree. It uses small hooks and fine cotton yarn to create a neat, collectible size that fits on a mantel or shelf. Make one as a festive gift, a stocking stuffer, or a delightful decoration to enjoy each holiday season. 🧶🎁✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 8 cm (3.15") tall when using the recommended yarn and a 2.0 mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can change yarn weight, but that will affect final size; use an appropriate hook for your chosen yarn and expect the finished toy to be larger or smaller.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate because it uses magic rings, invisible finishes, surface slip stitches and several small pieces that require accurate assembly.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

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