Crochet Tutorial: Cute Elephant Amigurumi in Blue Overalls – Free Crochet Pattern

This cute elephant amigurumi is designed with a soft gray body, oversized rounded ears, a long curved trunk, blue overalls, a red-and-white striped shirt, tiny sandals, flower hair decorations, a small party hat, and matching picnic accessories. The finished set also includes a striped blue-and-yellow beanie, a tiny woven basket, and a watermelon slice for a playful handmade summer look.

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Finished Size

• Main elephant: about 11.5 in / 29 cm tall from foot to party hat pom-pom when made with sport weight cotton yarn and a 2.25 mm hook.
• Elephant body without hat: about 10.25 in / 26 cm tall.
• Ear width: about 3.1 in / 8 cm each.
• Trunk length: about 4.25 in / 11 cm from face to tip.
• Beanie: about 3.25 in / 8.5 cm wide when flattened.
• Basket: about 2 in / 5 cm wide.
• Watermelon slice: about 2.25 in / 6 cm wide.

Skill Level

Intermediate beginner to intermediate. The main body uses basic amigurumi shaping, color changes, simple embroidery, and sewing. The overalls and accessories are detailed, but each part is built with small, clear rounds and rows so the project stays manageable.

Materials

• Sport weight cotton yarn in light gray for the elephant.
• Sport weight cotton yarn in sky blue for the overalls, straps, sandals, and beanie.
• Sport weight cotton yarn in red for shirt stripes, party hat, and watermelon flesh.
• Sport weight cotton yarn in white for shirt stripes, hat trim, flowers, sandal toe details, and clouds.
• Sport weight cotton yarn in yellow for flower centers, beanie stripes, and sandal flowers.
• Sport weight cotton yarn in green for leaves and watermelon rind.
• Sport weight cotton yarn in tan or caramel brown for the round bag, basket, and straps.
• Small amount of black embroidery thread for eyes, mouth lines, watermelon seeds, and tiny clothing stitches.
• Small amount of pink or salmon yarn for the left head flower.
• 2.25 mm crochet hook for the main doll.
• 2.00 mm crochet hook for flowers, button details, embroidery-style appliqués, and accessories.
• Fiberfill stuffing.
• Two 6 mm black safety eyes, or embroidered eyes if making for a young child.
• Two tiny wooden buttons, about 6 mm wide, for the overall bib.
• Tapestry needle.
• Stitch markers.
• Pins for positioning parts.
• Scissors.

Abbreviations Used

• MR: magic ring
• ch: chain
• sl st: slip stitch
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• inc: 2 single crochet in the same stitch
• dec: invisible single crochet decrease
• BLO: back loop only
• FLO: front loop only
• st: stitch
• sts: stitches
• R: round or row
• FO: fasten off

Gauge Notes

Gauge is not critical, but your stitches should be tight enough that stuffing does not show. With sport weight cotton and a 2.25 mm hook, 8 sc across should measure about 1 in / 2.5 cm. If your stitches look open, use a smaller hook.

The elephant in the image has firm, even stitches with a compact amigurumi texture. Stuff each piece gradually. The head and body should feel full but not stretched. The ears should stay slightly soft so they curve naturally like shallow bowls.

Important Construction Notes

• Work most pieces in continuous rounds unless a section says to join.
• Use a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round.
• Stuff the head, body, legs, arms, and trunk firmly.
• Do not stuff the ears; they need to stay flexible.
• Color changes for the striped shirt are made every 2 rounds.
• The overalls are crocheted as separate lower pants, front bib, back bib, cuffs, straps, and pocket accents.
• Sew parts slowly and symmetrically. The charm of this doll depends on careful placement.

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Main Elephant Head

Use light gray yarn and a 2.25 mm hook. The head is round and slightly wider at the cheeks, with the trunk attached at the lower center front. Place the eyes high enough to give the sweet, gentle expression seen in the image.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: inc in each st around. (12)
3. R3: (sc 1, inc) repeat 6 times. (18)
4. R4: (sc 2, inc) repeat 6 times. (24)
5. R5: (sc 3, inc) repeat 6 times. (30)
6. R6: (sc 4, inc) repeat 6 times. (36)
7. R7: (sc 5, inc) repeat 6 times. (42)
8. R8: (sc 6, inc) repeat 6 times. (48)
9. R9: (sc 7, inc) repeat 6 times. (54)
10. R10-R18: sc around. (54)
11. R19: sc 14, inc, sc 24, inc, sc 14. (56)
12. R20-R21: sc around. (56)
13. R22: sc 14, dec, sc 24, dec, sc 14. (54)
14. R23: (sc 7, dec) repeat 6 times. (48)
15. R24: (sc 6, dec) repeat 6 times. (42)
16. R25: (sc 5, dec) repeat 6 times. (36)

Insert safety eyes between R14 and R15, leaving 8 stitches between them. The trunk will sit centered below the eyes, so make sure the eyes are placed slightly to each side of the face. Begin stuffing the head firmly.

1. R26: (sc 4, dec) repeat 6 times. (30)
2. R27: (sc 3, dec) repeat 6 times. (24)
3. R28: (sc 2, dec) repeat 6 times. (18)
4. R29: (sc 1, dec) repeat 6 times. (12)
5. R30: dec 6 times. (6)

FO, leaving a tail. Close the remaining hole by weaving through the front loops of the final 6 stitches and pulling tight. Hide the yarn tail inside the head.

Long Curved Trunk

The trunk is long, cylindrical, and slightly wider where it attaches to the face. The lower end opens slightly, creating the visible hollow rim shown in the image. Use light gray yarn.

1. R1: 8 sc in MR. (8)
2. R2: BLO sc around. (8)
3. R3: (sc 1, inc) repeat 4 times. (12)
4. R4: sc around. (12)
5. R5: sc 4, inc, sc 3, inc, sc 3. (14)
6. R6-R8: sc around. (14)
7. R9: sc 5, inc, sc 4, inc, sc 3. (16)
8. R10-R13: sc around. (16)
9. R14: sc 6, inc, sc 5, inc, sc 3. (18)
10. R15-R18: sc around. (18)
11. R19: sc 7, inc, sc 6, inc, sc 3. (20)
12. R20-R22: sc around. (20)
13. R23: sc 8, inc, sc 7, inc, sc 3. (22)
14. R24-R25: sc around. (22)

Stuff the trunk lightly at the tip and more firmly near the top. To create a gentle downward curve, add a little more stuffing to the top side and less to the underside. FO with a long sewing tail.

Trunk Rim

Join light gray yarn to one front loop left from R2 at the trunk tip. Ch 1, work 8 sc around the front loops, sl st to first sc. Then work one more round: (sc 1, inc) repeat 4 times. (12) FO and shape the rim outward with your fingers.

Large Rounded Ears

Make 2 ears in light gray. The ears are wide and round with a cupped shape. They should sit high on both sides of the head and tilt slightly outward.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: inc in each st around. (12)
3. R3: (sc 1, inc) repeat 6 times. (18)
4. R4: (sc 2, inc) repeat 6 times. (24)
5. R5: (sc 3, inc) repeat 6 times. (30)
6. R6: (sc 4, inc) repeat 6 times. (36)
7. R7: (sc 5, inc) repeat 6 times. (42)
8. R8: (sc 6, inc) repeat 6 times. (48)
9. R9-R10: sc around. (48)
10. R11: (sc 6, dec) repeat 6 times. (42)
11. R12: sc around. (42)
12. R13: (sc 5, dec) repeat 6 times. (36)
13. R14: sc around. (36)

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Do not stuff. Fold the ear slightly so the final round becomes an oval opening. Sc through both layers for 12 stitches along the lower edge, leaving the rounded upper part open and cupped. FO with a long tail for sewing.

Ear Edging

Join light gray yarn near the lower folded edge. Ch 1, work sc evenly around the outer curve of the ear, placing 2 sc in every third stitch to make a soft raised rim. Sl st to finish and weave in the end. Repeat for the second ear.

Body Base

The body is mostly hidden by the striped shirt and blue overalls, but it must be firm and pear-shaped. Use light gray yarn for the lower body foundation. The shirt and overalls will be worked separately and sewn over this base.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: inc in each st around. (12)
3. R3: (sc 1, inc) repeat 6 times. (18)
4. R4: (sc 2, inc) repeat 6 times. (24)
5. R5: (sc 3, inc) repeat 6 times. (30)
6. R6: (sc 4, inc) repeat 6 times. (36)
7. R7: (sc 5, inc) repeat 6 times. (42)
8. R8-R11: sc around. (42)
9. R12: (sc 5, dec) repeat 6 times. (36)
10. R13-R15: sc around. (36)
11. R16: (sc 4, dec) repeat 6 times. (30)
12. R17-R18: sc around. (30)
13. R19: (sc 3, dec) repeat 6 times. (24)
14. R20: sc around. (24)
15. R21: (sc 2, dec) repeat 6 times. (18)

Stuff the body firmly, keeping the bottom rounded and the neck opening small. FO with a long tail. The head will be sewn to the 18-stitch neck opening after the clothing is added.

Legs

Make 2 legs in light gray. The legs are short and rounded, with the blue overalls covering the top and cuffing above the sandals. Stuff firmly so the elephant sits nicely.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: inc in each st around. (12)
3. R3: (sc 1, inc) repeat 6 times. (18)
4. R4: (sc 2, inc) repeat 6 times. (24)
5. R5: BLO sc around. (24)
6. R6-R8: sc around. (24)
7. R9: sc 6, dec 6 times, sc 6. (18)
8. R10: sc 5, dec 4 times, sc 5. (14)
9. R11-R18: sc around. (14)

Stuff the foot and leg. Flatten the top and close with 7 sc through both layers. FO with a long sewing tail. The feet should point slightly outward when attached under the overalls.

Arms

Make 2 arms in light gray. The arms are simple rounded tubes, slightly tapered toward the shoulder. They hang along the sides of the striped shirt and overalls.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: inc in each st around. (12)
3. R3: (sc 3, inc) repeat 3 times. (15)
4. R4-R7: sc around. (15)
5. R8: (sc 3, dec) repeat 3 times. (12)
6. R9-R18: sc around. (12)
7. R19: (sc 2, dec) repeat 3 times. (9)
8. R20: sc around. (9)

Stuff the lower half firmly and the upper half lightly. Flatten the top and close with 4 sc through both layers. FO with a long sewing tail.

Red and White Striped Shirt

The shirt is visible across the chest, shoulders, and sleeves. It is worked as a small removable-looking layer that sits over the gray body. Use red and white yarn, changing colors every 2 rounds.

Shirt Body

Start with white yarn and a 2.25 mm hook. Work in joined rounds for clean stripes. Ch 1 at the start of each round does not count as a stitch.

1. R1: Ch 42, join with sl st to form a ring. Ch 1, sc in each ch around. Join. (42)
2. R2: Ch 1, sc around. Join. (42)
3. R3-R4: Change to red, ch 1, sc around. Join each round. (42)
4. R5-R6: Change to white, ch 1, sc around. Join each round. (42)
5. R7-R8: Change to red, ch 1, sc around. Join each round. (42)
6. R9-R10: Change to white, ch 1, sc around. Join each round. (42)
7. R11: Change to red, ch 1, sc 9, ch 5, skip 5, sc 14, ch 5, skip 5, sc 9. Join. (42 including chains)
8. R12: Ch 1, sc around, working 5 sc into each armhole chain space. Join. (42)

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FO and weave in ends. Slide the shirt over the body before sewing the head. The armholes should sit at the upper sides, with the red stripe visible near the shoulders.

Short Sleeve Edges

Join red yarn to one armhole. Ch 1, work 14 sc evenly around the armhole opening. Join with sl st. Work one more round in red: sc around. FO. Repeat for the second armhole. The sleeves should look like short red bands at the tops of the gray arms.

Blue Overalls

The overalls are the most important clothing feature. They are bright blue, rounded at the belly, loose around the legs, cuffed at the bottom, and finished with a bib, shoulder straps, two tiny buttons, and small embroidered flower details.

Overall Pants Base

Use sky blue yarn. Work in continuous rounds unless noted. This lower section wraps over the body and creates the rounded pants shape.

1. R1: Ch 44, join carefully without twisting. Sc around. (44)
2. R2-R5: sc around. (44)
3. R6: (sc 10, inc) repeat 4 times. (48)
4. R7-R10: sc around. (48)
5. R11: sc 12, ch 8, skip 12, sc 12, ch 8, skip 12. (40 including chains)

This creates two leg openings. Continue working the front and back body area evenly.

1. R12: sc around, working 8 sc in each chain space. (40)
2. R13: (sc 8, dec) repeat 4 times. (36)
3. R14-R15: sc around. (36)
4. R16: (sc 4, dec) repeat 6 times. (30)

FO and weave in ends. Pull the pants up over the body so the top edge sits just below the shirt’s upper chest area.

Left Overall Leg

Join sky blue yarn to one leg opening. Work around the 20 stitches of the leg opening.

1. R1-R6: sc around. (20)
2. R7: BLO sc around. (20)
3. R8: sc around. (20)
4. R9: (sc 8, dec) repeat 2 times. (18)

FO. The BLO round creates the folded cuff line. Turn the bottom edge slightly upward to form the thick rolled hem shown in the image.

Right Overall Leg

Repeat the same instructions as the left overall leg. Make sure both cuffs end at the same height above the elephant’s feet.

Overall Cuff Edging

Join sky blue yarn to the front loop left from R7 of one pant leg. Ch 1, sc around in the exposed front loops. Join and FO. Repeat for the second leg. This gives the cuff a raised border.

Front Bib

Use sky blue yarn. The bib is rectangular with softly rounded corners and sits centered over the striped shirt.

1. R1: Ch 15, sc in second ch from hook and across. (14)
2. R2-R8: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (14)
3. R9: Ch 1, turn, sc 2, hdc 10, sc 2. (14)

Do not fasten off yet. Work an edging around the bib: ch 1, sc evenly around all sides, placing 2 sc in each corner. Sl st to first sc. FO with a long tail. Sew the bib to the upper front of the pants, overlapping the lower shirt by about 3 rounds.

Back Bib

Use sky blue yarn. The back bib is slightly shorter than the front.

1. R1: Ch 13, sc in second ch from hook and across. (12)
2. R2-R6: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (12)

Work a sc edging around the rectangle, placing 2 sc in each corner. FO with a long tail. Sew to the back upper edge of the pants.

Shoulder Straps

Make 2 straps in sky blue yarn. The straps run from the back bib, over the shoulders, and down to the front bib. They should slant gently and frame the elephant’s chest.

1. R1: Ch 28.
2. R2: Sc in second ch from hook and across. (27)
3. R3: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (27)

FO with long tails. Sew one end of each strap to the top back bib corners. Bring the straps over the shoulders and sew the front ends to the upper corners of the front bib. Add one tiny wooden button over each front strap end.

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Overall Side Pockets

Make 2 small pockets in sky blue yarn. These sit on the lower front sides of the overalls.

1. R1: Ch 7, sc in second ch from hook and across. (6)
2. R2-R4: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (6)
3. R5: Ch 1, turn, sc 1, hdc 4, sc 1. (6)

FO with a long tail. Sew one pocket to each lower front side of the overalls. Leave the top edge open if you want a true pocket effect.

Tiny Embroidery on Overalls

• Use red yarn or thread to make 2 short vertical stitches on the right side of the bib.
• Use yellow, green, and red thread to add 3 tiny sprout stitches near the left pocket.
• Use green and purple thread to add 3 small grass-like stitches near the lower right pant leg.
• Keep each embroidered stitch about 0.2 in / 5 mm long so the details stay delicate.

Feet and Blue Sandals

The elephant wears blue sandals with cream soles, open toes, gray toe bumps, and a yellow flower accent on the outer side of each foot. These small details help match the cheerful look in the photo.

Sandal Sole

Make 2 in cream or very pale beige yarn.

1. R1: Ch 8, sc in second ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch. Working on the other side of the chain, sc 5, inc in last st. (16)
2. R2: inc, sc 5, inc 3 times, sc 5, inc 2 times. (22)
3. R3: sc 1, inc, sc 6, (sc 1, inc) repeat 3 times, sc 6, (sc 1, inc) repeat 2 times. (28)

FO. Sew one sole to the bottom of each gray foot, centering it so the rounded end sits under the toes.

Blue Sandal Strap

Make 2 in sky blue yarn.

1. R1: Ch 14.
2. R2: Sc in second ch from hook and across. (13)

FO with long tails. Wrap the strap across the top of the foot just behind the toe bumps. Sew both ends securely to the sides of the cream sole.

Toe Bumps

Use light gray yarn and a 2.00 mm hook. Make 6 tiny toe bumps total, 3 for each foot.

1. R1: 5 sc in MR. (5)
2. R2: sc around. (5)

FO with a tail. Sew 3 bumps at the front of each sandal, just above the cream sole and under the blue strap.

Yellow Sandal Flowers

Make 2 tiny flowers with yellow yarn.

1. R1: 5 sc in MR, sl st to first sc.
2. R2: Ch 2, 2 hdc in same st, ch 2, sl st in same st. Repeat in each of the 5 sts to make 5 petals.

FO and sew one flower to the outer side of each sandal strap.

Round Crossbody Bag

The elephant has a small caramel-brown round bag hanging across the front. The bag includes a raised spiral texture, a long strap, and a white cloud applique on the front.

Round Bag Front

Use caramel brown yarn and a 2.00 mm hook. Work in joined rounds to help the circle stay flat.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. Join. (6)
2. R2: Ch 1, inc around. Join. (12)
3. R3: Ch 1, (sc 1, inc) repeat 6 times. Join. (18)
4. R4: Ch 1, (sc 2, inc) repeat 6 times. Join. (24)
5. R5: Ch 1, (sc 3, inc) repeat 6 times. Join. (30)
6. R6: Ch 1, (sc 4, inc) repeat 6 times. Join. (36)

FO and weave in the end. Use the yarn tail from the center to couch a visible spiral line on the front by following the round shape outward with small stitches.

Round Bag Back

Repeat R1-R6 of the bag front. Do not add the spiral detail. Hold the front and back together with wrong sides facing.

Bag Side Join

Join caramel yarn through both layers. Ch 1, sc through both circles around 30 stitches, leaving a small 6-stitch opening at the top. Add a tiny pinch of stuffing inside so the bag looks softly rounded. Finish the remaining 6 stitches and FO.

Bag Strap

Use caramel brown yarn.

1. R1: Ch 52.
2. R2: Sl st in second ch from hook and across. (51)

FO with long tails. Sew one end of the strap to each upper side of the round bag. Place the strap diagonally over the elephant’s shoulder so the bag rests on the front right side of the overalls.

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White Cloud Applique

Use white yarn and a 2.00 mm hook.

1. R1: Ch 8.
2. R2: Sc in second ch from hook, hdc, dc 3 in next st, hdc, sc, sl st, sc 3 in last ch. Rotate to the other side of the chain, sl st in next st, sc, hdc, sc, sl st.

FO with a long tail. Sew the cloud to the front lower center of the round bag.

Party Hat on Head

The small party hat sits between the ears, slightly angled. It has a red cone, white trim, and a fluffy white pom-pom at the top.

Red Cone

Use red yarn and a 2.00 mm hook.

1. R1: 4 sc in MR. (4)
2. R2: sc around. (4)
3. R3: (sc 1, inc) repeat 2 times. (6)
4. R4: sc around. (6)
5. R5: (sc 2, inc) repeat 2 times. (8)
6. R6: sc around. (8)
7. R7: (sc 3, inc) repeat 2 times. (10)
8. R8: sc around. (10)
9. R9: (sc 4, inc) repeat 2 times. (12)
10. R10: sc around. (12)
11. R11: (sc 5, inc) repeat 2 times. (14)

FO with a long tail. Stuff lightly so the cone keeps its shape.

White Hat Trim

Join white yarn to the bottom of the cone. Ch 1, work (sc, hdc) in the first stitch, sl st in next stitch, repeat around. Join and FO. This creates the soft scalloped trim shown at the base of the hat.

White Pom-Pom

Use white yarn.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. R2: inc around. (12)
3. R3-R4: sc around. (12)
4. R5: dec 6 times. (6)

Stuff lightly, close the hole, and sew the pom-pom to the top of the red cone. Sew the finished hat to the top center of the elephant’s head.

Head Flowers and Leaves

The image shows a pink flower with a green leaf near one side and a white daisy with a yellow center and green leaves near the other ear. These decorations frame the head and soften the design.

Pink Flower

Use salmon pink yarn and a 2.00 mm hook.

1. R1: 5 sc in MR. Join with sl st.
2. R2: Ch 2, 3 hdc in same st, ch 2, sl st in same st. Repeat in each stitch around for 5 full petals.

FO with a long tail. Sew the flower near the base of the left ear, close to the party hat.

White Daisy

Use yellow yarn for the center.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. Join and FO. (6)

Join white yarn to any stitch of the yellow center.

1. R2: Ch 4, sc in second ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch, sl st into next yellow center stitch. Repeat 6 times to make 6 petals.

FO with a long tail. Sew the daisy near the base of the right ear.

Green Leaves

Make 4 leaves in green yarn.

1. R1: Ch 7, sc in second ch from hook, hdc, dc 2, hdc, 3 sc in last ch. Work on opposite side: hdc, dc 2, hdc, sc, sl st to finish.

FO with long tails. Sew 1 leaf under the pink flower and 2 leaves under the daisy. Use the fourth leaf beside the blue strap or near the head decoration if extra fullness is needed.

Striped Blue and Yellow Beanie

The separate beanie is worked as an accessory lying beside the elephant. It has blue and pale yellow stripes, a blue ribbed-looking edge, and a white pom-pom on top.

Beanie Body

Use sky blue yarn to start. Work in joined rounds for clear stripes.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. Join. (6)
2. R2: Ch 1, inc around. Join. (12)
3. R3: Change to yellow. Ch 1, (sc 1, inc) repeat 6 times. Join. (18)
4. R4: Change to sky blue. Ch 1, (sc 2, inc) repeat 6 times. Join. (24)
5. R5: Change to yellow. Ch 1, (sc 3, inc) repeat 6 times. Join. (30)
6. R6: Change to sky blue. Ch 1, (sc 4, inc) repeat 6 times. Join. (36)
7. R7: Change to yellow. Ch 1, sc around. Join. (36)
8. R8: Change to sky blue. Ch 1, sc around. Join. (36)
9. R9: Change to yellow. Ch 1, sc around. Join. (36)
10. R10-R12: Change to sky blue. Ch 1, sc around. Join each round. (36)

Beanie Ribbed Band

Use sky blue yarn.

1. R13: BLO sc around. Join. (36)
2. R14-R16: Ch 1, sc around. Join each round. (36)

FO and weave in ends. Fold the band slightly upward if desired.

Beanie Pom-Pom

Make one small white pom-pom using the same instructions as the party hat pom-pom. Sew it securely to the top of the beanie.

Tiny Picnic Basket

The small basket sits beside the elephant. It is caramel brown, rectangular, and has two tiny red-and-white folded cloths or treats peeking out from the top.

Basket Base and Sides

Use caramel brown yarn and a 2.00 mm hook.

1. R1: Ch 11, sc in second ch from hook and across. (10)
2. R2-R5: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (10)

Now work around the rectangle to begin the sides.

1. R6: Ch 1, sc 10 across the long edge, sc 4 down the side, sc 10 across the opposite edge, sc 4 up the side. Join. (28)
2. R7: BLO sc around. Join. (28)
3. R8-R11: Ch 1, sc around. Join each round. (28)

FO and weave in ends. Shape the basket into a small rectangle with your fingers.

Basket Handle

Use caramel brown yarn.

1. R1: Ch 18.
2. R2: Sl st in second ch from hook and across. (17)

FO with long tails. Sew one end to each side of the basket, arching the handle upward.

Small Cloth Pieces in Basket

Make 2 tiny squares in white yarn.

1. R1: Ch 5, sc in second ch from hook and across. (4)
2. R2-R3: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (4)

FO. With red thread, embroider 2 short diagonal stitches on each square. Fold each square lightly and sew or tuck them into the basket opening.

Watermelon Slice

The watermelon slice is a small triangular accessory. It has red flesh, a white stripe, a green rind, and tiny black seeds.

Red Triangle

Use red yarn and a 2.00 mm hook. Work in rows.

1. R1: Ch 2, 2 sc in second ch from hook. (2)
2. R2: Ch 1, turn, inc in each st. (4)
3. R3: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (4)
4. R4: Ch 1, turn, inc, sc 2, inc. (6)
5. R5: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (6)
6. R6: Ch 1, turn, inc, sc 4, inc. (8)
7. R7: Ch 1, turn, sc across. (8)
8. R8: Ch 1, turn, inc, sc 6, inc. (10)

FO red yarn.

White and Green Rind

Join white yarn along the wide base of the triangle. Ch 1, sc 10 across. FO. Join green yarn to the first white stitch. Ch 1, sc 10 across. FO.

Watermelon Seeds

Use black thread to embroider 5 tiny seed stitches on the red triangle. Place 2 seeds near the upper middle, 2 near the lower sides, and 1 near the center.

Optional Blue Hair Tufts

The image shows tiny blue yarn accents near the top sides of the head. To make them, cut two 3 in / 7.5 cm strands of blue yarn. Pull each strand halfway through one stitch near the ear base, knot it, and trim to about 0.4 in / 1 cm.

Assembly Order

1. Slide the striped shirt onto the gray body. Align the armholes at the sides.
2. Pull the blue overall pants over the lower body and sew the upper edge lightly to the body to prevent shifting.
3. Sew the front bib to the center front, then attach the back bib.
4. Sew the shoulder straps from back to front, crossing over the shoulders naturally.
5. Sew the two tiny buttons to the front bib where the straps meet.
6. Sew the legs under the body so the feet angle outward slightly.
7. Sew the arms through the shirt armholes, placing them just below the shoulder line.
8. Sew the head to the body using the 18-stitch neck area. Add extra stuffing between head and body before closing the seam.
9. Sew the trunk to the lower center face, beginning between R15 and R16 of the head and ending around R21.
10. Sew the ears to the sides of the head between R10 and R19. Angle them outward and slightly upward.
11. Attach the party hat, flowers, leaves, bag, sandals, and embroidered details.

Facial Features

The face is simple and gentle. The eyes should sit wide apart above the trunk. If using embroidered eyes, make each eye with 4 horizontal black stitches over 2 rounds, then add one tiny white stitch at the upper outer corner.

• Place eyes between R14 and R15 with 8 stitches between them.
• Sew the trunk centered below the eyes, with the top edge touching R16-R17.
• Use black thread to make one tiny curved stitch under each eye if you want a softer expression.
• Do not add a large mouth; the trunk is the main facial feature.

How to Shape the Elephant Correctly

After all parts are sewn, gently press the head into a rounded oval. Shape the cheeks outward with your thumbs. The ears should not lie flat; curve each one forward slightly so the inner hollow is visible.

The trunk should point downward and slightly forward. To secure the curve, stitch the upper back of the trunk to the face firmly, then add one hidden tack stitch about halfway down the trunk to encourage the gentle bend.

The overalls should look roomy, not tight. The bib sits on top of the striped shirt, and the straps should be straight but relaxed. The round bag hangs diagonally and rests just below the bib on the elephant’s right side.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

• Check that both ears are level before sewing them completely.
• Use pins to test the trunk position from the front and side.
• Add the head flowers only after the ears and hat are attached.
• Sew the crossbody bag strap to the shoulder area with 2 hidden stitches so it does not slide.
• Add small embroidered stitches last, after the overalls are fully secured.

For a polished finish, weave every yarn tail through the inside of the doll instead of trimming close to the surface. Smooth the stuffing by rolling the body gently between your palms. Adjust the sandals so the flowers face outward.

Care Notes

• Spot clean with cool water and mild soap.
• Do not machine wash if wooden buttons or safety eyes are used.
• Press gently in a towel to remove extra water.
• Air dry flat away from direct sunlight.
• Reshape the ears, trunk, hat, and accessories while damp.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Head is firmly stuffed and sewn straight to the body.
• Trunk is centered and curves downward.
• Ears are wide, rounded, and evenly placed.
• Striped shirt shows clearly above the overalls.
• Blue overall straps have two small buttons at the front.
• Sandals include cream soles, blue straps, toe bumps, and yellow flowers.
• Round bag has a white cloud applique and diagonal strap.
• Party hat has white trim and a white pom-pom.
• Beanie, basket, and watermelon slice are finished as matching accessories.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Keep the elephant in a dry place when not in use. Cotton yarn can absorb moisture, so avoid storing the doll in sealed plastic if the climate is humid. A breathable cotton bag or open display shelf is best.

To remove dust, use a soft dry brush and move gently in the direction of the crochet stitches. For small stains, dab with a damp cloth instead of rubbing. Rubbing may fuzz the yarn surface and flatten the embroidered details.

If the doll becomes misshapen, hold the area gently between your palms and reshape it with light pressure. The ears, trunk, hat, and beanie respond well to hand shaping. Let the piece rest flat after reshaping.

For long-term display, keep the doll away from strong sunlight to protect the red, blue, and yellow colors. Check the sewn buttons, flowers, and small accessories occasionally, especially if the doll is handled often.