Detailed Zebra Amigurumi Pattern Instructions
Head
Start with white yarn:
R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
R 2: (inc) * 6 (12)
R 3: (1 sc, inc) * 6 (18)
R 4: (2 sc, inc) * 6 (24)
R 5: (3 sc, inc) * 6 (30)
R 6: (4 sc, inc) * 6 (36)
R 7: (5 sc, inc) * 6 (42)
R 8: (6 sc, inc) * 6 (48)
R 9: (7 sc, inc) * 6 (54)
R 10: 54 sc
R 11: 8 sc with white yarn, 11 sc with black yarn, 16 sc with white, 11 sc with black, 8 sc with white (54)
R 12-15: 54 sc (4 rows) Insert safety eyes between R 15 and R 16 at the distance of 6 st from each other.
R 16: 8 sc with white, 11 sc with black, 16 sc with white, 11 sc with black, 8 sc with white (54)
R 17-19: 54 sc (3 rows)
R 20: (7 sc, dec) * 6 (48)
R 21: 8 sc with white, 10 sc with black, 14 sc with white, 10 sc with black, 6 sc with white (48)
R 22: (6 sc, dec) * 6 (42)
R 23: (5 sc, dec) * 6 (36)
R 24: (4 sc, dec) * 6 (30)
R 25: (3 sc, dec) * 6 (24)
R 26: (2 sc, dec) * 6 (18) Sl st. F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Ears (make 2)
With white yarn:
R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
R 2: (1 sc, inc) * 3 (9)
R 3: 9 sc
R 4: (2 sc, inc) * 3 (12)
R 5: (3 sc, inc) * 3 (15)
R 6-7: 15 sc (2 rows)
R 8: (3 sc, dec) * 3 (12) Fold top of ear flat and 6 sc through both sides across. Than fold top one time more and sew edges together with needle. F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Mane
With grey yarn: Make 20 ch. R 1: From the 3rd ch from hook: 2 dc in every st to the end of the row, 2 ch. F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Muzzle
With grey yarn:
R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
R 2: (inc) * 6 (12)
R 3: (1 sc, inc) * 6 (18)
R 4: (2 sc, inc) * 6 (24) Sl st. F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Legs (make 2)
Start with grey yarn:
R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
R 2: (inc) * 6 (12)
R 3: (1 sc, inc) * 6 (18)
R 4: (2 sc, inc) * 6 (24)
R 5: in BLO: 24 sc
R 6-7: 24 sc (2 rows)
R 8: 6 sc, (2 sc, dec) * 3, 6 sc (21)
R 9: 21 sc
R 10: 6 sc, 5 dec, 5 sc (16) Change to white yarn:
R 11-13: 16 sc (3 rows) Change to black yarn:
R 14: 16 sc Change to white yarn:
R 15-17: 16 sc (3 rows) Change to black yarn:
R 18: 16 sc Change to white yarn:
R 19: 16 sc
R 20: (2 sc, dec) * 4 (12)
R 21: 12 sc Crochet additional 2 sc on the second leg. Fold top of leg flat and 6 sc through both sides across. F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Arms (make 2)
Start with grey yarn:
R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
R 2: (inc) * 6 (12)
R 3: (1 sc, inc) * 6 (18)
R 4: in BLO: 18 sc
R 5-6: 18 sc (2 rows)
R 7: 6 sc, 3 dec, 6 sc (15) Change to white yarn:
R 8-10: 15 sc (3 rows) Change to black yarn:
R 11: 15 sc Change to white yarn:
R 12-14: 15 sc (3 rows) Change to black yarn:
R 15: 15 sc Change to white yarn:
R 16: 15 sc
R 17: (3 sc, dec) * 3 (12)
R 18: 12 sc Crochet additional 2 sc. Fold top of arm flat and 6 sc through both sides across. F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Tail
Start with white yarn:
R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
R 2-3: 6 sc (2 rows) Change to black yarn:
R 4: 6 sc Change to white yarn:
R 5-7: 6 sc (3 rows) Change to black yarn:
R 8: 6 sc Change to white yarn:
R 9-11: 6 sc (3 rows) Fold top of tail flat and 3 sc through both sides across. F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Make a tassel from grey yarn on the end of the tail.
Body
Start with white yarn:
R 1: 6 sc in mc (6)
R 2: (inc) * 6 (12)
R 3: (1 sc, inc) * 6 (18)
R 4: (2 sc, inc) * 6 (24)
R 5: (3 sc, inc) * 6 (30)
R 6: (4 sc, inc) * 6 (36)
R 7: (5 sc, inc) * 6 (42)
R 8: (6 sc, inc) * 6 (48)
R 9: 47 sc + 1 sc sc together with sc of the tail R 10: 2 sc together with sc of the tail, 7 sc, 6 sc together with sc of the 1st leg, 18 sc, 6 sc together with sc of the 2nd leg, 9 sc (48) Change to black yarn: R 11: 48 sc Change to white yarn:
R 12-14: 48 sc (3 rows)
R 15: (14 sc, dec) * 3 (45) Change to black yarn:
R 16: 45 sc Change to white yarn:
R 17: 45 sc
R 18: (13 sc, dec) * 3 (42)
R 19: 42 sc
R 20: (5 sc, dec) * 6 (36) Change to black yarn:
R 21: 36 sc Change to white yarn:
R 22: 36 sc
R 23: (4 sc, dec) * 6 (30)
R 24: (3 sc, dec) * 6 (24)
R 25: 6 sc, 6 sc together with sc of the 1st arm, 6 sc, 6 sc together with sc of the 2nd arm (24)
R 26: 24 sc Sl st. F.o. and leave a long tail for sewing.
Assembly and Finishing Techniques for Your Amigurumi Zebra
Follow these simple steps to bring your zebra to life:
- Sew the head to the body.
- Sew the ears and mane to the head.
- Sew muzzle to the head, put some stuffing inside the muzzle before you finish.
- Make eye tightening.
- Embroider eyebrows and lashes using a black thread.
Mastering the Double Crochet 2 Technique for Perfect Stripes
The striped pattern in this zebra amigurumi uses alternating colors with clean transitions. When changing colors for the distinctive zebra stripes, use the double crochet 2 technique for seamless color changes. This creates the professional finish that sets handmade amigurumi apart from mass-produced toys.
Where to Donate Crocheted Amigurumi Toys Near You
Looking for meaningful ways to share your crochet creations? This zebra amigurumi makes a perfect donation item for children's hospitals, shelters, or community toy drives. Many crochet volunteer opportunities exist in most communities, including:
- Local children's hospitals and pediatric wards
- Women's shelters for families escaping domestic violence
- Foster care organizations and adoption agencies
- Ronald McDonald Houses and similar family support centers
Contact these organizations directly to learn about their specific donation guidelines and needs before dropping off your handmade zebra toys.
Expert Tips for Amigurumi Birds and Other Animal Projects
If you enjoy making this zebra pattern, you might also love creating amigurumi birds or other wildlife creatures using similar techniques. Here are some professional tips that apply to most amigurumi animal projects:
- Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds
- Stuff firmly but not too tightly for the best shape
- Sew parts securely with matching yarn for durability
- Consider using the cat crochet stitch for textured fur effects on future animal projects
Conclusion: Show Off Your Zebra Amigurumi Creation!
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