If you're looking for an adorable crochet project that's both adorable and giftable, a llama lovey crochet pattern is the perfect choice. With the comfort of a soft blanket and the cuteness of a cuddly llama, this crochet lovey is designed to become a baby's best friend.
In this post, you will find everything you need to make a Crochet Llama, but will need to check out my Triangle Lovey Pattern Post for the lovey pattern and attaching instructions!
This llama is part of a collection of adorable animal loveys! If you're looking for the perfect baby gift or market table item, these crochet animal loveys are quick to make, beginner-friendly, and cute!
Mini loveys offer the same comforting design in a smaller size that's ideal for tiny hands and travel.
This collection of mini lovey animals include:
- Duck
- Bear
- Llama
- Bunny
- Frog
Mini versions are perfect for stroller rides, daycare naps, and quick crochet projects.
What Is a Crochet Llama Lovey?
This crochet llama lovey is a small security blanket featuring a soft llama head with all the little details and cute little arms attached to a soft and colourful crochet lovey.
This little lovey is lightweight, easy to carry, and perfect for little hands to hold during naps, car rides, and bedtime.
Let's get crocheting!
Pattern Instructions
MATERIALS:
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Yarn
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Super bulky weight (6) yarn in white ~30g
- Bernat Blanket - Vintage White
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Medium weight (4) yarn in black, green, and pink ~1g to 4g
- Loops & Threads, Impeccable - Black
- Loops & Threads, Impeccable - Citron
- Big Twist, Living - Soft Peach
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Super bulky weight (6) yarn in white ~30g
- 6.5 mm crochet hook
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Stitch marker
- Tapestry Needle
- Scissors
ABBREVIATIONS:
- ch = chain
- dec = decrease
- inc = increase
- sc = single crochet
- slst = slip stitch
- st(s) = stitch(es)
HELPFUL NOTES:
- The llama is crocheted in continuous rounds. Use a stitch marker at the beginning of each round.
- The numbers within parentheses at the end of each round are the total number of stitches for that round, example: (12).
- An alternative to the magic circle is the chain 2 method. This is the method I used to complete the pattern.
- I crochet using the yarn over/yarn over method.
- Finished lovey size: approx. 10" tall x 10" wide.
LLAMA HEAD
Use the 6.5 mm hook and super bulky weight (6) yarn in white.
Chain 3 (start round 1 in the 2nd chain from the hook)
Round 1 – 1 sc, sc x 3 in the last ch space, now working on the other side of the chain: 1 sc, sc x 3 in the last ch space (8)
Rounds 2 to 3 – 1 sc in each st around (8) 2 rounds
Round 4 – 1 sc, 6 inc, 1 sc (14)
Round 5 – 2 sc, (inc, 1 sc) x 5, 2 sc (19)
Rounds 6 to 9 – 1 sc in each st around (19) 4 rounds
Round 10 – (2 sc, dec) x 4, 1 sc, dec (14)
Start stuffing the head and stuff as you go.
Round 11 – (dec) x 7 (7) slst to the first dec
Bind off and leave a long tail.
Weave the tail through the front loops of round 11 and pull gently to close.
Sew in the end.
NOSE: Once the ears are attached, use the tapestry needle and medium weight yarn in black to embroider a nose centered between rounds 1 + 2, create a “Y” shape. photo 2a
LLAMA EARS
Use the 6.5 mm hook and super bulky weight (6) yarn in white.
Chain 6 (start round 1 in the 2nd ch from the hook)
Round 1 – 4 sc, inc in the last ch space, now working on the other side of the chain: 4 sc, inc in the last ch space (12)
Round 2 – 1 sc in each st around (12)
Bind off and leave a long tail for attaching.
Repeat for the second ear.
ATTACHING: At round 8 of the head, attach the ears approx. 3 or 4 sts apart. *photo 2b*
LLAMA ARMS
Use the 6.5 mm hook and super bulky weight (6) yarn in white.
Round 1 – 4 sc in a magic circle (4)
Round 2 – (1 sc, inc) x 2 (6)
Rounds 3 to 5 – 1 sc in each st around (6) 3 rounds
Round 6 – dec, 4 sc (5)
Do not stuff.
Flatten round 6 together and sc through both sides to close, 2 or 3 sc.
Fasten off and leave a long tail for attaching.
Repeat for the second arm.
SNOUT HALTER
Use the 5.5 mm hook and medium weight (4) yarn in your colour choice.
Chain approx. 25 times (add or remove chain stitches until your chain fits around the snout).
Bind off and leave a very long tail (approx. 20” long) for attaching around the entire snout.
ATTACHING: Wrap the snout halter around the snout. Tip: I had the ends meet at the bottom of the snout. Work the needle up through the chain stitches then back down, all the way around until the snout halter is secure.
HEAD HALTER
Use the 5.5 mm hook and medium weight (4) yarn in your colour choice.
Chain approx. 28 times (add or remove chain stitches until your chain fits from one side of the snout, around the back of the head to the other side of the snout)
Bind off and leave a very long tail (approx. 20” long) for attaching around the back of the head.
ATTACHING: Start by attaching both sides of the halter chain on either side of the snout halter. I attached mine about centered on the head. Attach around the back of the head, working up through the chain, then back down through the chain. Repeat around until the halter is secure.
EAR TASSELS
Use the 5.5 mm hook and medium weight (4) yarn in your colour choice.
Step 1: Cut 8" to 10” long pieces of medium weight (4) yarn in your colour choice, for 3 total pieces for each ear.
Step 2: Insert the 5.5 mm hook into the top of the ear from front to back with the 3 pieces equally on the hook.
Step 3: Pull the pieces through the ear and pull up a loop.
Step 4: Pull the ends through the loop.
Step 5: Tighten and secure the knot.
Step 6: Trim to the length you love best!
Repeat for the second ear tassel.
GRANNY TRIANGLE LOVEY
Grab your favourite medium weight (4) yarn in the cutest colour and make the granny triangle lovey from this blog post.
ATTACHING
Continue with the instructions from the Granny Triangle Lovey Blog for attaching instructions. You can find that blog post here.
And that's it! You've finished your own adorable Crochet Llama Lovey!
Looking for some colour inspo? Check out the pattern testers work from my instagram!
If you enjoyed this one, try the 4 other adorable animal patterns to make with this triangle lovey: a bear, a bunny, a duck, and a frog! You can find the FREE patterns here. OR if you are a member of my Patreon, you can download all 5 patterns for free.
You can also purchase the downloadable patterns from my website.
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