Deer Crochet Pattern

Meet your next crochet project: the Deer Crochet Pattern (PDF Download)! Whether you're an adventurous beginner or an experienced crocheter, this pattern is crafted to make your creative process both fun and satisfying.

This detailed guide includes clear instructions, step-by-step photos, and a complete materials list to help you create your very own charming deer with ease.

FINISHED SIZE:
27 cm (10 2/3") from head to toe, 37 cm (14 1/2”) including antlers, when crocheted with DK weight alpaca and wool blend yarn and a 2.50 mm hook.

SKILLS REQUIRED:
Crocheting in the round (spiral), chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet stitch, increasing, and decreasing.

DIFFICULTY:
Intermediate – includes some less common crochet techniques, color changes, and simple shaping.

MATERIALS YOU'LL NEED:

• DROPS ‘Lima’ yarn (DK weight alpaca and wool blend). You’ll need approximately 95 g of beige, 15 g of brown, and 10 g of white yarn.
• Crochet hooks (2.50 mm - 3.00 mm) (US size 2/C - 3/D).
• Polyester fiberfill, wool, or similar stuffing materials.
• 12 mm (1/2") safety eyes, buttons, beads, or felt for the eyes.
• Two 20 mm (4/5”) and two 16 mm (3/5”) doll joints or safety eyes/buttons for attaching limbs.
• Dark brown cotton embroidery floss.
• Yarn needle, scissors, sewing pins, and a stitch marker.