Ellie the Elephant by Cuddly Stitches Craft

Ellie the Elephant

Crochet
February 2020
Sport (12 wpi) ?
3.0 mm
US
English
This pattern is available for free.

Try this easy to follow crochet elephant pattern that includes detailed step by step instructions with many photos. This elephant plush pattern will help you make your own crochet toy with confidence so don’t hesitate and get started NOW. And remember that I am happy to provide support with any of my crochet animal patterns if needed. Happy crocheting!

DETAILS:

  • available only in English using US crochet terms
  • skill level: basic/intermediate crochet skills and knowledge
  • finished size when seated: 21cm / 8 inches
  • finished size from horns to toes: 31cm / 12 inches

THIS ELEPHANT AMIGURUMI PATTERN CONSISTS OF:

  • step by step pattern descriptions including lots of photos for guidance
  • Information on how to assemble your toy including photos
  • Information about materials and equipment needed
  • List of abbreviations used in the pattern

MATERIALS NEEDED:
- This pattern will work with any weight of yarn or type of fiber but I recommend:
Fine Sport #2 = 4 ply OR Light Worsted #3 = DK

I USED:

  • Fine Sport #2 = 4 ply
  • 55% cotton and 45% acrylic
  • 2x ball of grey yarn - YarnArt Jeans - colour 80 - (50g/160m)
  • 1x ball of pink yarn - YarnArt Jeans - colour 36 - (50g/160m)

OTHER MATERIALS USED:

  • a piece of thin black yarn for eye lash embroidery
  • pink lace ribbon for skirt – 1metre/40 inches long
  • a head piece of your choice – a flower, bow or hair clip
  • polyester fibre fill

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:

  • crochet hook: I used 3mm = C/2, if using different weight of yarn then refer to hook size recommendations on the yarn
  • scissors, yarn needle, pins with large heads, stitch marker or thin yarn to use instead
  • 12mm safety eyes
  • crafting wire or any type of wire that is easy to sculpt and keeps the shape - I used an electrical cable is it’s thicker and keeps the shape well - 15cm / 6 inches

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You may sell the crochet toys you made using this stuffed elephant pattern as long as you credit me as the original designer