Christmas Mouse Free Pattern

Pattern Description:

This pattern details how to crochet a sweet amigurumi Christmas Mouse. The design features the mouse “all decked out” for the holidays, complete with a striped scarf and a red and white Santa hat. 

The pattern is written using U.S. crochet terminology and is worked primarily in continuous rounds.

Materials Needed & Measurements:

Materials Needed:

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn, specifically Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice, in the colors: Silver Heather (Gray), Pink, Orion Blue, Chrysanthemum (Red), and White.
• Hook: Size E/3.5mm Crochet Hook.
• Eyes: One pair of 8mm safety eyes.
• Felt: Black and pink felt.
• Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill stuffing.
• Tools/Notions:
  • Black embroidery floss and needle.
  • Yarn needle.
  • Scissors.
  • Stitch marker.
  • Straight Pins.
  • Hot glue gun.

Measurements:

• Width: 2.5 inches wide.
• Height (without hat): 4.75 inches tall.
• Height (with hat): 6.25 inches tall.

Abbreviations Used:

• MR = Magic Ring
• sc = Single Crochet
• inc = Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
• sl st = Slip Stitch
• ch = Chain
• st = Stitch
• Rnd = Round

Instructions for Making the Christmas Mouse Pattern:

Below is a step-by-step guide for crocheting the Christmas Mouse, worked in U.S. crochet terminology. The project is constructed in parts- body, head, ears, arms, legs, tail, scarf, and hat and then assembled.

1. Getting Started

Before you begin, gather all your materials: worsted weight yarn in gray, pink, red, white, and blue; a size E (3.5 mm) hook; safety eyes (8 mm); felt; stuffing; embroidery floss; and your essential notions (scissors, yarn needle, pins, and hot glue). Use a stitch marker to track rounds since this project is worked in continuous spirals.

2. Crocheting the Body

• Base:
  • Begin with gray yarn and create a MR.
  • Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6 sts).
  • Rnd 2: inc in each st (12 sts).
  • Rnd 3: (sc in next st, inc) around (18 sts).
  • Continue working increases evenly until the base forms a circle about 2 inches across.
• Shaping the Body:
  • Work even rounds of sc to build the cylindrical body shape.
  • After about 15-20 rounds, begin decreasing to taper toward the neck.
  • Stuff firmly as you go, leaving the top slightly open for attaching the head.

3. Making the Head

• Start with Gray Yarn:
  • MR, 6 sc (6).
  • Rnd 2: inc around (12).
  • Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around (18).
  • Continue increasing until you reach about 36 sts.
• Forming the Face:
  • Work even rounds for height (6-7 rounds).
  • Place safety eyes approximately 7-8 rounds up, spaced evenly.
  • Embroider a small nose with pink floss or use a felt piece.
• Closing the Head:
  • Begin decreasing in reverse of the increases.
  • Add stuffing before the opening gets too small.
  • Leave a yarn tail for sewing to the body.

4. Ears

• With gray yarn:
  • MR, 6 sc (6).
  • Rnd 2: inc around (12).
  • Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around (18).
  • Fasten off, flatten the circle to form an ear.
• Make two ears and attach pink felt circles inside for detail.

5. Arms and Legs

• Arms (make 2):
  • MR, 6 sc (6).
  • Work 8–10 rounds without increasing.
  • Stuff lightly and close. Leave tail for sewing.
• Legs (make 2):
  • MR, 6 sc (6).
  • Rnd 2: inc around (12).
  • Work 6-7 rounds straight.
  • Stuff and close. Attach at bottom of body.

6. Tail

• With gray yarn: ch 18-20.
• Sl st back along chain.
• Fasten off, sew to back of body.

7. Scarf

• With blue yarn: ch 45 (or desired length).
• Row 1: sc across.
• Row 2-4: Repeat sc rows for width.
• Add fringe or leave simple. Wrap around the mouse’s neck.

8. Santa Hat

• Hat Base (red yarn):
  • MR, 6 sc.
  • Continue increasing every few rounds until it fits snugly on the head (around 24–30 sts).
  • Work even rounds for height.
• Trim:
  • Switch to white yarn.
  • Work 2-3 rounds of sc to create a brim.
• Pom-Pom:
  • With white yarn, make a small pom-pom or crochet a mini sphere (MR, 6 sc, close).
  • Attach to tip of hat.

9. Assembly

• Attach the head securely to the top of the body.
• Sew on arms and legs symmetrically.
• Position ears at the sides of the head and stitch in place.
• Attach the tail at the back.
• Place scarf around the neck and tie loosely.
• Fit the hat on top of the head, tilting slightly for a whimsical look.
• Use pins to hold pieces in place before final sewing for symmetry.

10. Finishing Touches

• Cut small felt circles for cheeks and glue or stitch on.
• Embroider whiskers using black floss.
• Adjust stuffing if needed to make the mouse stand straight.
• Fluff the scarf and pom-pom for a festive effect.

By following these steps, you’ll create a charming Christmas Mouse. Each piece is quick to crochet, and the project comes together beautifully as a cheerful holiday keepsake.

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