Bring joy to any celebration with this cheerful llama amigurumi featuring a colorful party hat and blanket. This cuddly design is ideal for birthdays or as a playful decoration in a childโs room.
The Magic of a Llama Amigurumi
A llama amigurumi isnโt just cuteโitโs a symbol of happiness and fun, making it a charming companion for any festive moment.
Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate
Finished Size: Approximately 14โ16 cm tall
Techniques Used: Magic ring, single crochet (sc), increase (inc), decrease (dec), color change, sewing parts together.
Materials Needed
- DK cotton yarn in:
- Cream or beige (llama body)
- Black (eyes and nostrils if embroidered)
- Bright colors (saddle, hat, pompom, decorations)
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- Safety eyes (6โ8 mm) or black embroidery floss
- Stuffing (polyester fiberfill)
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR โ Magic Ring
- sc โ single crochet
- inc โ increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec โ decrease (invisible decrease recommended)
- st(s) โ stitch(es)
- sl st โ slip stitch
- ch โ chain
- FO โ fasten off
BODY & HEAD (Worked in one piece)
Using cream or beige yarn:
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Rnd 5โ10: sc around (24)
Rnd 11: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Rnd 12: sc around (18)
Rnd 13: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Rnd 14: sc around (12)
Stuff the head
Rnd 15: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rnd 16: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Rnd 17โ23: sc around (24)
Rnd 24: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Rnd 25: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Rnd 26: dec around (6)
FO and close. Weave in the end.
Place safety eyes between Rounds 5โ6, about 6 sts apart. Embroider nostrils with black yarn or thread if desired.
EARS (Make 2)
Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR (5)
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) x2, 1 sc (7)
Rnd 3โ5: sc around (7)
FO, leaving a long tail. Do not stuff. Pinch the base and sew on top of the head, slightly angled.
LEGS (Make 4)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
Rnd 3โ5: sc around (9)
FO, stuff lightly, and sew evenly spaced at the base of the body.
TAIL
Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR (4)
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) x2 (6)
Rnd 3: sc around (6)
FO and sew to the back of the body.
PARTY HAT
Using any bright color:
Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR (4)
Rnd 2: (1 sc, inc) x2 (6)
Rnd 3: sc around (6)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x2 (8)
Rnd 5: sc around (8)
Rnd 6: (3 sc, inc) x2 (10)
Rnd 7: sc around (10)
FO, stuff lightly and sew to the top of the head.
Pompom:
Using another color, make a tiny pompom or do 5 sc in MR. FO and attach to the tip of the hat.
SADDLE DECORATION
Using colorful yarn:
Ch 8, turn
Row 1: sc across (7)
Row 2โ4: ch 1, turn, sc across
Change color each row for contrast. FO, sew centered on the back.
Add surface embroidery, fringe, or scallops around the edge for festive detail.
Final Assembly
- Attach ears, legs, and tail.
- Sew on hat and pompom.
- Add any embroidered details like a smile, eyelashes, or eyebrows.
- You can also chain a โparty necklaceโ or bunting for an extra touch.