Crochet Santa Claus Amigurumi Tutorial Step By Step

This super cute festive Crochet Santa Claus Amigurumi is a cute, little toy made with red yarn for the main part of the body, which makes it really stand out.

To make it look even more like Santa, there are white yarn stripes on the hands, ankles, belly, and feet.

These white stripes remind us of Santa's fluffy coat and boots.

On top of Santa's head, there's an adorable little hat, which is red and white, just like the one Santa wears.

This hat makes the Crochet Santa Claus Amigurumi look very charming and fun to have around during the holidays.

Crochet Santa Claus Amigurumi Tutorial

Supplies:

• Yarn: Super bulky (weight category 6), in colors: Red (Cardinal), White, Skin (Shell), Chocolate (for feet and belt), and a bit of yellow acrylic yarn for the belt buckle.
• Hook: 6 mm crochet hook.
• Other: Darning needles (curved recommended), thin red and white cotton thread, safety eyes (17mm), small pieces of pipe cleaner, stuffing, lap counter, stitch markers, sewing clips, optional glasses for Santa.

Abbreviations:

• R: Round
• RO: Row
• SC: Single Crochet
• CH: Chain Stitch
• SL: Slip Stitch
• DEC: Decrease
• INC: Increase
• BL: Back Loop
• BLO: Back Loop Only
• FL: Front Loop
• FLO: Front Loop Only

Pattern:

Starting with the Head:

1. Magic Ring: Start with a magic ring and make 6 SC in the ring.
2. Round 2-8: Follow a series of SC and increases across several rounds to expand the head, usually in a pattern where each round increases uniformly around (e.g., 2 SC, INC repeat).
3. Round 9-13: SC in each stitch around for five rounds.
4. Place markers for eye placement.
5. Begin decreasing to shape the top of the head, typically in a mirrored fashion of the initial increases.

Hat:

1. Base: Start with chain stitches, join, and then work a few rounds of SC to create the brim.
2. Building Up: Switch colors (to red), and continue with rounds of SC, followed by consistent decreases to taper the hat.
3. Final Touch: Create a pom-pom for the hat tip using SC rounds, incorporating increases, and then decreases to form a ball. Attach to the hat.

Body:

1. Start with a magic ring and increase rounds to widen for Santa's belly.
2. Continue with several rounds of SC for height.
3. Follow with rounds that introduce back loop only stitching for texture, then switch colors (to white) for the look of a trim or belt.
4. Employ decreases to shape the lower body.

Belt and Buckle:

1. Create a chain that wraps around Santa's waist, SC across for belt width.
2. Use yellow yarn to embroider a square as the belt buckle.

Beard and Mustache:

1. Work flat pieces in rows for the beard, creating a frame with SC.
2. The mustache requires smaller, semi-circular pieces that are lightly stuffed and attached together.

Arms and Legs:

1. Begin with magic rings and increase for width.
2. Switch colors where appropriate for sleeves or boots.
3. Utilize decreases for shaping towards the hands and feet.

Assembly:

• Assemble all crocheted parts as indicated, attaching limbs, head, beard, mustache, and then the hat.
• Employ sewing or hot glue for parts you prefer not to stitch directly.
• Attach safety eyes, and affix any accessories like glasses.

Final Notes:

• Be sure to count your stitches as instructed for accurate shaping.
• You can adjust the size of Santa by altering the hook size or yarn weight, though this will affect the final product.