A reindeer can be a tiny tree ornament, a softly stuffed character, or the bold motif on a winter cushion. These eighteen crochet patterns explore that range, with different yarn textures, sizes, and finishing styles. Some designs have simple upright antlers, others use branching shapes, and a few combine crochet with materials such as natural twigs or optional wire. Two of the featured projects are paid patterns; the individual access notes explain what is available.
Each idea links directly to the original designer or publisher’s complete project page or paid pattern listing. Our original styling illustrations explore colors and presentation; they are not photographs of projects made or tested by Speshview. Use the designer’s own photos, charts, and instructions for exact shaping, assembly, materials, and fit. Meaningful illustrative differences are noted below. Check the full materials list before choosing a project for a particular recipient, especially when the design includes branches, weighted filling, buttons, or supported antlers.
1.) A Squishy Reindeer in Caramel Chenille
Plush yarn gives this reindeer a wonderfully rounded face and a soft, floppy character. Kali Dahle’s Squishy Reindeer combines a red nose, pale muzzle, and dark antlers, making the contrast around the face especially important. Caramel is an appealing illustrated choice beside natural wood and cream textiles. The image omits the scarf visible in the designer’s styling and interprets the head proportions and darker limb tips; use the original photos for the actual placement of the features. Read the internal neck-strengthener section before beginning the body, since it is part of the intended construction. The way the body is stuffed also affects the finished silhouette, so follow the original notes rather than judging firmness from a photograph.
Pattern: The Squishy Reindeer — Kali Dahle of The Friendly Red Fox.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid PDF. Finished height varies with the plush yarn used. Includes a crocheted internal neck strengthener.
2.) A Classic Rudolph With a Cream Belly
A pale belly and muzzle give this larger reindeer a clear, friendly outline. Jess Huff’s Dash pattern includes an explicit Rudolph variation, so the red nose is a documented option rather than an invented adaptation. Warm brown, dark antlers, and cream keep the illustrated palette close to a classic woodland character. The image changes the seated pose and feature proportions; consult the designer’s Rudolph photos for the exact shaping. Note that the published height is measured standing, which should not be confused with the height of a seated display. Read the separate antler-branch notes before starting, and compare the component placement with the original photographs as you plan the face.
Pattern: Dash the Deer — Rudolph Variation — Jess Huff.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Approximately 15 inches tall standing. The designer explicitly includes a Rudolph nose variation and dark-antler color option.
3.) Theo With an Oversized Teal Scarf
Theo’s oval body and broad scarf give this small reindeer a distinctive bundled-up appearance. Elisa Sartori includes the scarf as part of the project, using Tunisian crochet to add a different texture beside the round body. A teal scarf and muted berry feet provide a fresh illustrated variation on the designer’s color styling. The image interprets the antler branching and the scarf’s drape; use the original photos for their exact relationship to the head. Check both hook sizes in the materials before beginning, since the scarf and body do not use the same tool. Keep the face visible above the scarf so the little nose and eyes remain easy to read.
Pattern: Theo the Reindeer — Elisa Sartori of Elisa’s Crochet.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid photo-rich PDF. Approximately 6 inches high by 4 inches wide. Includes written Tunisian crochet instructions for the scarf.
4.) Rosie With a Soft Rose Scarf
A smaller reindeer can make a lovely companion to larger seasonal figures without needing a complicated display. Stephanie’s Rosie pattern has a slender upright body, a pale muzzle, and a simple scarf, with optional eyelashes changing the expression. Soft rose beside toffee brown creates a gentle illustrated palette. The image reimagines the scarf ends and the face proportions; follow the original photographs for the intended placement. The legs, body, and head are developed as one connected section, so read that sequence before starting separate details. Check the stated height against your planned setting, and make the scarf with its specified hook rather than assuming every component uses the same gauge.
Pattern: Mini Reindeer — Rosie — Stephanie of Grace and Yarn.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid ad-free PDF. Approximately 8 inches tall. US terms; the scarf uses a different hook size from the body.
5.) A Flat Red-Nosed Tree Ornament
A flat ornament offers a very different project from a fully rounded reindeer doll. Spin a Yarn Crochet builds this little face from separate panels, giving the joined edge a visible outline and leaving plenty of room for the oversized red nose. Cocoa, pale blush antlers, and a dark hanging loop make one appealing illustrated combination. The image interprets the antler shape and the nose’s fullness; the original photos show the actual pieces and their placement. Keep the stuffing restrained enough for the panel shape to remain readable. Consider the scale of the hanging loop alongside the finished ornament, and use the designer’s assembly sequence to keep both sides aligned.
Pattern: Reindeer Ornament — Jillian of Spin a Yarn Crochet.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Approximately 3½ inches long. A lightly stuffed ornament made from flat pieces, with a separately worked nose.
6.) A Cream Reindeer With Simple Upright Antlers
A restrained cream body makes the red nose and dark hooves easy to appreciate. StringyDingDing’s design uses simple upright antlers rather than the elaborate branching found on several other reindeer in this collection. That gives the face a clean, almost graphic appearance. Our illustration explores cream, espresso, and red, while interpreting the proportions of the muzzle and limbs. Use the original photos when deciding how tall the antlers should appear beside the ears. The pattern also includes an optional bow, which can change the character without changing the main body. Check your chosen yarn and hook combination carefully, since the public instructions do not give a single finished measurement to rely on.
Pattern: Reindeer Amigurumi — StringyDingDing.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid PDF and Christmas PDF bundle. One ungraded design using worsted-weight yarn; finished dimensions are not stated on the public pattern page.
7.) A Seated Rudolf With Dark Hooves
A clearly defined muzzle, belly, and hooves give Petra Salisbury’s Rudolf an expressive seated silhouette. The pattern uses contrasting colors to separate those features, so a warm tan body and deep chocolate feet can work without adding extra clothing. Our illustration interprets the cream accents and antler proportions; use the designer’s front and side photos for the actual layout. Pay attention to the two different measurements supplied with the pattern, since seated height and the full antler-to-toe length describe different things. This is a useful design to consider when you enjoy shaping a character through small facial details. Read the embroidery notes before finishing the face so the expression feels balanced.
Pattern: Rudolf the Reindeer — Petra Salisbury of Cuddly Stitches Craft.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. The free version is for online reading; an optional paid PDF is available. Approximately 10 inches seated, or 13½ inches from antler tips to toes.
8.) A Tiny Rudy With a Red Scarf
A tiny scarf can give a small reindeer enough seasonal character without a full outfit. Yarn Society’s Rudy has a compact body, a rounded head, and little branched antlers, making the face the natural focal point. Oatmeal with a deep red scarf and nose gives the illustration a classic winter palette. The image interprets the antler spread and the scarf ends; compare the designer’s photos for the intended proportions. Remember that the stated height includes the antlers, so the body itself is considerably smaller. Keep the scarf’s scale in proportion to the head, and read the assembly section before attaching the small pieces that define the finished expression.
Pattern: Rudy the Reindeer — Yarn Society.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. US terms. Approximately 6 inches tall including antlers when made with the stated worsted-weight yarn; size varies with yarn and hook.
9.) A Panel-Worked Reindeer Cuddler
A gently padded panel shape makes this reindeer feel closer to a small character cushion than a conventional doll. Heather Corinne’s design combines two body panels with separate ears, antlers, and a generously sized red nose. The illustrated chocolate-and-russet palette lets the red stand out against a quieter background. The image interprets the nose shape and the amount of padding; the original photos and instructions show the intended outline. Choose one of the two antler methods before beginning those pieces so their construction stays consistent. The joined edge is part of the finished appearance, so take time to align the panels and keep the stuffing even across the small body.
Pattern: Crochet Reindeer Cuddler — Heather Corinne.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern and tutorial; no account required. Optional paid printable PDF. Approximately 7 inches tall by 4–5 inches wide. Includes two methods for making the antlers.
10.) Randy in Plush Yarn With Bobble Texture
Plush yarn and optional bobbles give Randy a lively surface as well as a friendly face. Stuck on You Crochet includes a textured body option, so this is a useful choice when you want something different from a completely smooth amigurumi. Honey brown, dark antlers, and a small red nose keep the illustrated version warm and simple. The image interprets the bobble placement and body proportions; use the original photos to guide the actual arrangement. The pattern specifies embroidered eyes, which help keep the face visually soft. Read the section where the body divides into legs before beginning that stage, and compare the finished scale with your intended display space.
Pattern: Randy the Reindeer Plush — Stuck on You Crochet.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid ad-free PDF. Approximately 12 inches tall in the specified plush yarn. Includes optional body bobbles and embroidered eyes.
11.) A Winter Reindeer With a Spotted Cap
A spotted cap and bold winter colors make this reindeer feel like a complete little character. Thao Nguyen’s design combines an elongated muzzle with a bright outfit and a broad scarf, offering more color decisions than a plain brown doll. The illustration keeps that cheerful direction while interpreting the cap, collar, and clothing proportions. Follow the original photos for the actual shaping and the order in which the colored sections appear. Plan the palette as a group before buying yarn, especially the relationship between the cap and the darker lower sections. A limited set of repeated shades will make the outfit feel coordinated while leaving the face easy to read above the scarf.
Pattern: Winter Reindeer / Cutie Reindeer Winter — Thao Nguyen of Lennutas.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid PDF/bundle and optional membership are offered. The designer’s pattern listing gives a finished size of approximately 20 cm; US terms.
12.) Rudolf With a Striped Holiday Scarf
A long muzzle and substantial antlers give Craft Passion’s Rudolf a particularly recognizable profile. Joanne Loh includes a striped scarf and a beanie option, allowing the finished reindeer to feel dressed for winter without changing the main character. Berry and forest stripes offer one illustrated variation on the holiday palette. The image omits the beanie and adds a side branch to each antler; use the original photos for the actual proportions. Read the materials carefully, since the eye treatment uses domed buttons and the antler shaping can include optional wire. Decide which finishing options suit the intended project before assembling the head, rather than treating those choices as interchangeable details at the end.
Pattern: Rudolf Reindeer Amigurumi — Joanne Loh of Craft Passion.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Approximately 15 inches tall. Includes scarf and optional beanie instructions, button eyes, and optional pipe cleaners or floral wire for shaping the antlers.
13.) A Puff-Stitch Reindeer With Natural Twig Legs
Puff stitches give this tiny reindeer a richly textured body, while natural twigs create a deliberately rustic finish. Elisa Sartori’s shared project page includes both sheep and reindeer; this idea selects only the reindeer, with its small crocheted head and embroidered features. A muted clay-brown body looks lovely beside pale stone and simple greenery. The illustration interprets the puff scale and twig branching, so follow the original photo and finishing notes for the intended arrangement. Treat this as a display ornament rather than assuming it is constructed like a soft toy. Select the branches before final assembly, because their lengths affect both the stance and the overall height of the finished piece.
Pattern: Sheep and Reindeer Ornaments — Reindeer Project — Elisa Sartori of Elisa’s Crochet.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid ad-free PDF. Publisher states approximately 3½ inches tall. The reindeer uses natural branches for four legs and antlers; it is a mixed-material display ornament.
14.) A Slim Stuffie With an Oversized Red Nose
A large red nose gives this slim reindeer an instantly festive expression. Sarah Zimmerman’s Bernat pattern keeps the body comparatively narrow, with dark hooves and antlers framing a pale muzzle. Milk chocolate, cream, and deep brown make an illustrated palette that allows the nose to take the leading role. The image interprets the limb lengths and the fullness of the face; the publisher’s PDF photo shows the intended proportions. Compare the stated width as well as the height when planning where the finished figure will sit. Read the joining and face-placement sections before attaching the smaller components, since their relative positions have a strong effect on the character’s expression.
Pattern: Crochet Reindeer Stuffie — Sarah Zimmerman of Repeat Crafter Me for Bernat / Yarnspirations.
Access and fit: Free complete publisher PDF; no account required. Approximately 12 inches high by 6 inches wide. The current verified PDF specifies Bernat Super Value yarn and includes separate facial features and antlers.
15.) Rupert in Softly Fuzzy Wool
Fuzzy wool gives Rupert a different character from a smooth cotton or chenille reindeer. Sonja van der Wijk uses a rustic palette and small embroidered lines around the eyes, keeping the expression subtle rather than oversized. Charcoal brown and warm cream make an appealing illustrated combination. The image omits the bell shown in the designer’s styling and interprets the fuzzy surface and antler shape. Read the materials listing before choosing this project, especially the weighted filling and optional antler support. The stated size is a seated measurement, so compare it with the way you intend to display the figure. Keep the yarn’s soft halo in mind when assessing how clearly the small facial details will show.
Pattern: Rupert the Reindeer — Sonja van der Wijk of Son’s Popkes.
Access and fit: Paid PDF in US terms. Approximately 17 cm tall seated. Direct designer orders are emailed manually; linked Ravelry and Etsy shops offer other purchase routes. Materials list weighted pellets and optional pipe cleaners for the antlers.
16.) A Reindeer Silhouette on a Colorful Plaid Cushion
A bold white reindeer-head silhouette turns a plaid cushion into a seasonal focal point. Maria Jęczmyk’s design brings together several colors, making it a good option when you enjoy planning a palette as much as choosing a project shape. Cranberry, teal, plum, and cream give the illustration a rich winter direction. The image reimagines the checks and the reindeer outline; it does not reproduce the paid pattern’s exact chart. Choose the cushion pad before beginning so the finished cover has the intended scale. A quieter sofa or chair gives the graphic front enough room to stand out, while a plain companion cushion can repeat one of the background shades.
Pattern: Reindeer Cushion Crochet Pattern — Maria Jęczmyk, published by Gathered.
Access and fit: Paid complete-project PDF; purchase required. Designed for a 40 by 40 cm cushion pad. The listing specifies the yarns and hook; use the purchased pattern for the exact colorwork design and finishing.
17.) A Reindeer Gnome With a Curved Red Hat
A tall red hat gives this reindeer-inspired gnome a playful outline that is quite different from the other figures. Tidzhen Gyuldzhu combines antlers, ears, a round red nose, and a pale beard with a small brown body. The illustration omits the optional lights and beads while interpreting the hat bend and beard shape. Use the original photos for the actual placement of those details. Read the materials and hat notes before deciding whether to use the optional pipe cleaner, since that choice affects how the tip can be posed. Keep the small decorations restrained so the antlers and nose remain readable rather than disappearing into a crowded holiday display.
Pattern: Crochet Reindeer Gnome for Christmas — Tidzhen Gyuldzhu of Passionate Crafter.
Access and fit: Free complete web pattern; no account required. Optional paid printable PDF. Approximately 20 cm / 8 inches tall. Includes optional pipe cleaner for the hat and optional small beads; a stuffed decorative gnome.
18.) A Granny-Motif Reindeer Christmas Blanket
Reindeer faces can become part of a larger home project rather than a single small ornament. Bernat’s blanket combines nine character motifs with a surrounding border of solid squares, giving the maker a clear way to balance playful details with calmer blocks of color. The illustration explores plum, forest, cream, and berry, while interpreting the motif faces and border proportions. Use the publisher’s layout for the actual arrangement, including the central red-nosed reindeer. Check the complete PDF before beginning; its first-page abbreviation box is mismatched, while the crochet instructions and stitch key supply the relevant guidance. Decide on the optional fleece backing early so the finishing plan is clear before the squares are joined.
Pattern: Crochet Christmas Reindeer Blanket — Bernat / Yarnspirations.
Access and fit: Free complete publisher PDF; no account required. Approximately 33 by 36 inches, with nine reindeer motifs and optional fleece backing. The first-page abbreviation panel contains unrelated knitting terms; the crochet instructions and page-three crochet stitch key are provided.
Choose a Reindeer Project That Suits Your Style
Choose the finished project type before choosing the colors. A flat ornament, a fuzzy wool figure, a plush doll, and a colorwork cushion each involve a different balance of crochet, shaping, and finishing. Compare the stated measurements with the space or purpose you have in mind, and read the complete original pattern before gathering materials. A small change in yarn can alter both scale and expression, so let the designer’s photos guide construction while using these illustrations to explore your own palette. A carefully chosen scarf color, a clear nose contrast, or a restrained display setting can give a familiar reindeer plenty of personality.
