We're declaring this year to be a very merry amigurumi Christmas! From cute gifts for friends and family, or just fun projects to hook up during the holidays, there's loads of fantastic Christmas amigurumi patterns out there!
Below, we have rounded up our favourite Christmas amigurumi patterns for you to try. We've included plenty of free amigurumi Christmas patterns, as well as a few paid ones for if you fancy making something really special!
If you're new to amigurumi patterns make sure you check out our guide on how to crochet amigurumi, which has loads of handy information and useful tips on things like construction and finishing techniques.
If you're thinking of making an amigurumi gift for a loved one this year, but want something they can treasure all year round, you'll also find loads of inspiring patterns in our pick of the best amigurumi crochet animal patterns or the best crochet doll patterns!
24 of the best Christmas amigurumi patterns
1. Free amigurumi Santa crochet pattern
HoHoHo! Nothing quite says Christmas like this jolly fellow! With his big round belly, removable boots and classic red hat (complete with a festive bell) - our free amigurumi Santa pattern will look fantastic placed upon your fireplace or poking out of a Christmas stocking.
His beard and moustache are also made with some clever crochet shapes, helping to make the finishing up relatively quick and easy!
Check out the Free amigurumi Santa crochet pattern here.
2. Santa's Helper amigurumi elf crochet pattern
Our amigurumi Santa pattern is pretty magical, but he couldn't make the magic happen all by himself - he needs his helpful elves!
If you fancy hooking up a handy helper to accompany your amigurumi Santa, we'd definitely recommend this amigurumi Elf crochet pattern by Ilaria Caliri. We love those stripey stockings, and the little details like the hair fringe and adorable outfit are just fabulous!
Buy the Santa's Helper amigurumi elf crochet pattern on Etsy.
3. Free amigurumi Christmas ornament patterns
One of the things we love most about amigurumi is how it can transform almost anything into a super-cute crochet character. And our adorable Christmas pudding, sprout and hot chocolate amigurumi ornaments are proof of that!
These sweet patterns won't take you long to make at all. We think they would make a particularly lovely Secret Santa gift.
Check out the Free amigurumi Christmas ornament patterns here.
4. Free mini Christmas tree crochet pattern
Here's another of our free amigurumi Christmas patterns that you can hook up in no time. In fact, you can probably make this one in under an hour!
This free amigurumi Christmas tree pattern by Becky Skuse uses clever popcorn stitches to create a fab texture, all topped off with a super festive Poinsettia flower!
Find the Free mini Christmas tree crochet pattern here.
5. Amigurumi Christmas decoration crochet patterns
Seeing as that last pattern has us thinking about Christmas trees, the next logical thing to crochet is of course Christmas decorations!
This incredible crochet Christmas decoration pattern collection by RNata includes instructions on how to make amigurumi elves, a Santa, reindeer, snowflake, angel and moon crochet Christmas ornaments.
If you want to completely cover your Christmas tree in crochet decorations (we know we do!), RNata has more festive decoration patterns in her Etsy store.
Buy the Amigurumi Christmas decoration crochet patterns on Etsy.
Make some Macramé Christmas decs!
If you fancy trying your hand at a different craft this Christmas, then we've got you covered! Why not give Macramé a go with the help of our pick of 25 Macramé Christmas decorations to make this year.
6. Free Christmas gnome crochet pattern
When it comes to Christmas amigurumi patterns, we've seen a real surge in recent years for the Scandinavian Tomte or Nisse or Gonks. Basically, little Christmas gnomes!
We've got three free amigurumi Christmas patterns to help you make these Nordic-style gnomes, which would also look great made up as crochet Christmas tree decorations. Simply add a loop to the top of their hat and pop them on your tree!
Find the Free Christmas gnome crochet pattern here.
7. Scandi Christmas gnome amigurumi pattern
If you want to take your crochet gnomes to the next level, then check out this amazing Scandi Gnome Christmas amigurumi pattern by Hannah Cross of HanJanCrochet.
These traditional style gnomes look fabulous but are still a relatively simple make, using only simple stitches. They'll look amazing sat on a shelf with their stripey legs hanging down!
Buy the Scandi Christmas gnome amigurumi pattern on Etsy.
8. Free amigurumi Christmas mouse crochet pattern
'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse! This super-cute Christmas amigurumi pattern by Lauren of A Menagerie of Stitches has captured that festive mouse perfectly, with an adorable Christmas hat and scarf too!
Find the Free amigurumi Christmas mouse crochet pattern here.
9. Nutcracker Amigurumi bear crochet pattern
If you really want to show off your amigurumi skills this Christmas, then we think you can't possibly beat this amazing Nutcracker bear amigurumi crochet pattern! It's another pattern by super-star amigurumi designer Ilaria Caliri, and features loads of brilliant details that make this a Christmas character you will treasure for years!
Buy the Nutcracker Amigurumi bear crochet pattern on Etsy.
10. Free amigurumi snowman crochet pattern
Whether it's a white Christmas or not, everyone can enjoy this free amigurumi snowman crochet pattern by Lucy Pollock.
The pattern includes instructions for both a snowman mother and child (so really we should be calling it a snow-woman and child), as well as some sweet accessories for both!
Find the free amigurumi snowman crochet pattern here.
11. Amigurumi Christmas mouse trio crochet pattern
These adorable Christmas mice first appeared in issue 103 of Simply Crochet (which you can still buy as a digital issue), and you can also get the pattern for all three of these lovely mice by Victoria Kairis (aka SmileyCrochetThings) on her Etsy.
These three Christmas mice not only look adorable, but kids will love playing with them as the angel mouse has removable wings, and the elf and the reindeer mice have removable hats and trousers! They're also made in one piece, keeping assembly to a minimum!
Buy the Amigurumi Christmas mouse trio crochet pattern on Etsy.
Christmas crafts for little ones
Christmas is a great time to get the kids crafting! Check out our pick of 75+ easy Christmas crafts for kids for loads of fun projects that they will love.
12. Merry the Christmas sweater bear crochet pattern
We all love a Christmas jumper, so why not extend that to your Christmas amigurumi too! This un-bear-ably cute teddy bear amigurumi crochet pattern is another design by Victoria Kairis of SmileyCrochetThings, and we just love its fabulous colourwork Christmas jumper!
Buy the Merry the Christmas sweater bear crochet pattern on Etsy.
13. Free crochet donkey pattern
Ok so we've got the 'little donkey' song stuck in our heads now, and we can guarantee you will too when you hook up this free crochet donkey pattern by Cara Medus.
This amigurumi mule was designed way back in 2011 as part of a crochet nativity pattern collection, but this donkey is just so sweet we couldn't resist giving you the free pattern for him!
Find the Free crochet donkey pattern here.
14. Free amigurumi angel crochet pattern
Here's another fab pattern from the crochet nativity pattern collection that we're giving you for free! Make this gorgeous angel using gold thread and memory wire. She looks fabulous with her halo, wings and trumpet!
Plus, we have also included instructions for how to make this angel so that she can be used as a tree topper too!
Find the Free amigurumi angel crochet pattern here.
15. Amigurumi Gingerbread house crochet pattern
If having a real gingerbread house in your home is just too much temptation to bear, then why not hook up this amazing amigurumi gingerbread house crochet pattern instead! We love the clever use of stitches to make the tiled roof and icicle effects!
Buy the Amigurumi Gingerbread house crochet pattern on Etsy.
16. Free Amigurumi Candy Cane ornament crochet pattern
Continuing the sweet treat theme, what else could possibly come next other than some super-sweet candy canes! This free amigurumi candy cane crochet pattern by RaffaMussaDesigns makes a brilliant ornament for your Christmas tree, and incorporates jewellery wire to ensure they keep that iconic shape!
Find the Free Amigurumi Candy Cane ornament crochet pattern here.
17. Free Pew the baby Penguin amigurumi crochet pattern
How adorable are these penguins?! We absolutely adore this super-cute free Christmas amigurumi pattern by Khuc Kay, and especially love how it works equally well as either a bauble or just an incredibly sweet ami design!
Find the Free Pew the baby Penguin amigurumi crochet pattern here.
18. Naughty Elf amigurumi crochet pattern
This naughty little elf made his first appearance in issue 77 of Simply Crochet, but he was so popular that he made his way onto Ravelry too!
This mischievous little fellow designed by Erinna Lee measures just 15cm tall, but don't let his size fool you - he'll get up to all sorts of big trouble!
Buy the Naughty Elf amigurumi crochet pattern on Ravelry.
Perfect your papercraft skills
Fancy getting stuck into some papercraft this Christmas? Then check out our pick of the best Origami Christmas decorations and enjoy folding your way through the festive season.
19. Free 'The Grinch' crochet pattern
We know not everyone's a fan of Christmas. But we also know the perfect Christmas amigurumi pattern that you can make for those people - this free Grinch crochet pattern by Jillian Hewitt of Spin a Yarn Crochet.
Although it could be considered to be more of a ragdoll than amigurumi (as it's made flat and seamed together rather than being worked in the round), it's still a fun and free pattern that all Christmas grinches will appreciate!
Find the Free 'The Grinch' crochet pattern here.
20. Freddie the Fox who loves Christmas amigurumi crochet pattern
You might be wondering what a fox has to do with Christmas - well Freddie the fox LOVES Christmas! This little fox loves Christmas so much he's fully decked out in an antler headband, red nose (just like rudolf) and of course a winter scarf!
Buy the Freddie the Fox who loves Christmas amigurumi crochet pattern on Etsy.
21. Amigurumi Christmas doll crochet pattern
Here's another pattern that first appeared in Simply Crochet (issue 90 available as a Digital issue) and that you can now buy on Etsy.
Designed by Mignon Crochet, this lovely amigurumi doll is the ultimate Christmas character, from her festive coloured dress and cardigan to her reindeer shoes and Christmas pudding hat. She even has the ultimate winter drink in her hand - hot chocolate with marshmallows!
Buy the Amigurumi Christmas doll crochet pattern on Etsy.
22. Free Santa's sleigh ornament crochet pattern
You've made your little Santa Claus, but how will he deliver all the Christmas presents without his iconic and magical mode of transport?
Hook up this sweet amigurumi sleigh with Crystalized Designs' free pattern and make sure Santa can fulfill his very important job this Christmas Eve!
Find this free Santa's sleigh crochet pattern here.
23. Free camping lantern crochet pattern
This amigurumi camping lantern crochet pattern from Ollie + Hollie will have you feeling all cosy with the lantern's warming yellow and orange flame.
Make this enchanting tree decoration and turn your home into a wonderfully inviting space this holiday season.
Find this camping lantern amigurumi crochet Christmas ornament pattern here.
24. Free Christmas sweater crochet ornament pattern
It's not Christmas without the classic ugly jumpers! So we just had to include this festive and free Christmas sweater ornament pattern.
Make these charming decorations and enjoy dressing up your Christmas tree with these fashionably ugly sweaters. If you have to wear one, so does your tree!
Find RaffaMussaDesigns' free ugly Christmas sweater crochet ornament pattern here.
Enjoy a crafty Christmas filled with crochet
We hope you've enjoyed our roundup of the best Christmas amigurumi patterns and enjoy getting stuck into this wonderful craft over the festive season.
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