Unicorns are one of the most requested amigurumi gifts, and it is easy to see why. A soft body, a little golden horn and a rainbow mane turn a simple toy into something magical. Kids love them, and they make great birthday and baby shower gifts.
We opened every pattern below and checked that it is free. You will find 13 crochet unicorns, from a tiny pocket unicorn that fits in your palm to a 20-inch sparkly plush. Each one lists the yarn, hook and skill level so you can choose the right one.
Crochet Unicorn Free Patterns
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What You’ll Need
- White or pastel worsted weight yarn
- Rainbow mini skein set for manes
- Metallic gold yarn or crochet thread for horns
- Crochet hook set (2 mm to 9 mm)
- Safety eyes, 6–12 mm
- Polyester fiberfill
- Stitch markers and tapestry needles
1. Pocket Unicorn
Photo: Natalina / Natalina Craft
This tiny unicorn is only about 2.25 inches tall, small enough for a pocket, a lunchbox or a keychain. She has a pink three-strand mane, a tail and a gold thread horn. It is mostly single crochet in spiral rounds. The designer says it works for both beginners and experienced crocheters.
- Designer: Natalina / Natalina Craft
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Worsted, plus gold crochet thread
- Hook: 2.75 mm, plus 1.5 mm for the horn
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
2. Sparkle the Crochet Unicorn
Sparkle is a big 20-inch unicorn in sparkly baby blanket yarn. She stands on four legs and has a curly rainbow mane, a gold horn, gold hooves and purple heart patches. The free pattern is on the blog, and you need a free account to unlock it. A big, wow-factor gift.
- Designer: Megan Kreiner for MarlyBird.com
- Skill level: Adventurous Beginner
- Yarn: Super bulky (#6), plus super fine for face details
- Hook: 9 mm (N/13), plus 3.75 mm for eyes
- Price: Free with free account + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
3. Uma the Unicorn
Photo: Katie / Yarn Society
Uma is a grey and pink unicorn about 6 inches tall. The designer gives her a sweet backstory: she loves baking cookies and telling jokes. She is worked in continuous spirals in worsted wool blend yarn, then stuffed and sewn together. A great size for a shelf or a small gift.
- Designer: Katie / Yarn Society
- Skill level: Advanced Beginner
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E/4)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
4. Easy Unicorn Amigurumi
Photo: Kylee / Okie Girl Bling ‘N’ Things
This purple unicorn is about 10 inches tall. The head and body are worked as one piece, so there is less sewing. The mane is made of separate crocheted curls, which give her a fun, bouncy look. Even though the title says easy, the designer rates it Intermediate.
- Designer: Kylee / Okie Girl Bling ‘N’ Things
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
5. Eunice the Unicorn
Photo: Ashley Parker / The Loopy Lamb
Eunice is a speckled unicorn with pink hooves, a yellow horn and a faux fur mane and tail. The legs, body and head are worked bottom-up in one piece to cut down on seaming. She is about 10 inches tall. The fluffy mane makes her look store-bought.
- Designer: Ashley Parker / The Loopy Lamb
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Worsted (#4), plus faux fur yarn
- Hook: 3.5 mm, plus 5.5 mm for the fur
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
6. Confetti the Unicorn
Photo: Lovey Dovey Yarns
Confetti is a chubby, sparkly unicorn almost 12 inches long. Her mane and tail are cut strands of sparkle yarn knotted onto the body, so there is no fiddly mane to crochet. She uses a metallic yarn for the horn. The page image says she is easy enough for beginners.
- Designer: Lovey Dovey Yarns
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: see pattern (basic acrylic, metallic and sparkle yarns)
- Hook: Size 5 or F
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
7. Poppy the Unicorn
Photo: Nicole Chase
Poppy has colorful curled hair and a curly tail made with half double crochet. She is about 8.5 inches tall sitting or 11 inches standing. The designer recommends a little amigurumi experience first. A classic, full-size unicorn that works for any age.
- Designer: Nicole Chase
- Skill level: Advanced Beginner
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
8. Cuddly Stitches Unicorn
Photo: Petra Salisbury / Cuddly Stitches Craft
This unicorn has sculpted eye sockets, embroidered lashes and a purple ringlet mane and tail. The curls are made by chaining and working single crochet back along the chain. She is about 9.5 inches tall seated. The designer explains the mane and tail in detail.
- Designer: Petra Salisbury / Cuddly Stitches Craft
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Fine sport (#2)
- Hook: 3 mm (C/2)
- Price: Free to view online + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
9. Cute Unicorn
Photo: Maryna Vershynina
This sweet unicorn is about 6 inches tall and made in cotton-blend sport yarn with 6 mm safety eyes. The pattern has written steps plus a photo tutorial. It is a nice middle size, good for a desk buddy or a small gift.
- Designer: Maryna Vershynina
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Sport (#2)
- Hook: 2 mm
- Price: Free (Ravelry download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
10. Mom and Baby Unicorns
Photo: Graciela Gaudi
This pattern gives you two unicorns: a mama about 50 cm tall and her baby about 30 cm tall. They are made in plush baby yarn, so they are very soft. A lovely set for a baby shower or for siblings.
- Designer: Graciela Gaudi
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Super bulky (plush)
- Hook: 2 mm and 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free (Ravelry download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
11. Velvet Unicorn
Photo: Carolyne Brodie / Sweet Oddity Art
This unicorn softie is about 15 inches long and made in velvet yarn with large 21 mm safety eyes. The PDF includes photos, and the designer offers help with questions. Velvet yarn makes it very soft, so it is a great snuggle toy.
- Designer: Carolyne Brodie / Sweet Oddity Art
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Velvet yarn (listing shows both bulky and worsted, check before buying)
- Hook: 3.75 mm (F)
- Price: Free (Ravelry download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
12. Sparkle and Shimmer Unicorn
This Red Heart unicorn is a free PDF from Yarnspirations, with no sign-up needed. The materials list includes a drinking straw to stiffen the legs and a toothpick for the horn, so she can stand up. Rated Easy, it is a good pick if you like printable patterns from a yarn brand.
- Designer: Red Heart / Yarnspirations
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: see pattern (Red Heart Amigurumi)
- Hook: see pattern
- Price: Free (PDF download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
13. PPB Rainbow Unicorn
Photo: Anna Marie Orban
This small rainbow unicorn fits in the palm of your hand. PPB stands for pink, purple and blue, the colors of the mane. The designer notes it is her first pattern and is untested, so it is best for crocheters who are comfortable fixing small things as they go.
- Designer: Anna Marie Orban
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Sport (#2)
- Hook: 2 mm and 2.5 mm
- Price: Free (Ravelry download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
Which One Should You Make?
- Want a mini or keychain unicorn? Make #1, the Pocket Unicorn. It is only about 2 inches tall.
- Newer to amigurumi? Try #6, Confetti, with a knotted mane, or #3, Uma, rated Advanced Beginner.
- Want a big birthday gift? Go for #2, Sparkle, at 20 inches tall.
- Love fluffy manes? #5, Eunice, uses faux fur yarn.
- Making for a baby shower? #10, the Mom and Baby Unicorns, makes a sweet set.
FAQ
How do you make a unicorn mane in crochet?
There are three common ways. You can knot cut strands of yarn onto the head, like Confetti. You can crochet curls by chaining and working back along the chain, like the Cuddly Stitches unicorn. Or you can use faux fur yarn for a fluffy look, like Eunice. Knotted strands are the easiest for beginners.
What yarn makes a crochet unicorn sparkly?
Look for yarns with a metallic thread or sparkle in them, like baby blanket sparkle yarn or metallic worsted. Use them for the horn, hooves or mane and keep the body in a smooth yarn so the stitches stay neat. Gold crochet thread also makes a great tiny horn.
How do I make the unicorn horn stand up?
Crochet the horn tightly with a smaller hook and stuff it firmly. Some patterns slip a toothpick or a short piece of pipe cleaner inside for extra support. If the toy is for a young child, skip anything sharp and just stuff the horn very firmly instead.
Pick your favorite rainbow colors and start your first little unicorn today.
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