10 Free Crochet Elf Patterns

To Make This Christmas

Classic Amigurumi Elves

Five traditional elf dolls: a head, a body, pointed ears, and a tall hat. Start here if you want the elf itself to be the star.

Quick Stocking Stuffer

Mini Elf by Grace and Yarn: legs, body, and head in one piece — less sewing. Striped sweater, bib overalls, 3.5 mm hook.

Elf Gnomes: The Easy Shortcut

A body, a beard or nose, and a tall hat pulled over the eyes. Forgiving makes that look finished in simple colours. About 18 cm tall.

Flat & Wearable Elves

Elf C2C Square: a 25 x 25 block graph for a pillow or blanket. Doll Elf Hat: one piece, spiral rounds, for dolls 20–22 cm.

Polished Elf Tips

Keep one yarn weight, stuff firmly in small amounts, and pin the ears before you sew the hat on.

Get All 10 Patterns Free

Classic elves, gnomes, a C2C square and a doll hat — all free on the designers' blogs.