10+ Free Santa Crochet patterns

Written by: Lia Jones
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The below Santa patterns come in all shapes and sizes. Whether you would like to make a quick ornament for your Christmas tree or a bigger amigurumi figure with intricate details, this list of free Santa crochet patterns is for you.

Take a look at these free Santa crochet patterns. Happy crocheting!

Santa Amigurumi

Photo credit: stringydingding.com

In this pattern the legs, the body and the head are crocheted as one continuous piece. This is a perfect pattern if you would like to spend less time on sewing pieces together.

Suggested Yarn

  • Medium Weight Yarn

Hook size: 4.00 mm

Difficulty: Intermediate

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Kris Kringle Amigurumi

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This Santa pattern is worked in the traditional amigurumi method (i.e. in the round).

Suggested Yarn

  • Caron Simply Soft in Harvest Red (less than one 170g skein)
  • Caron Simply Soft in White (less than one 170g skein)
  • Patons Canadiana Yarn in Oatmeal (less than 50g)
  • Patons Canadiana in Black (less than 50g)
  • Small amount of Yellow yarn

Hook size: 3.25 mm

Difficulty: Intermediate

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Santa Amigurumi Ornament

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You can put this cute Santa amigurumi ornament on your mantel or hang in your Christmas tree.

Suggested Yarn

  • 25g/0.9oz Rico Creative Cotton Aran / worsted in Cherry
  • 10g/0.35oz Rico Creative Cotton Aran / worsted in White
  • 7g/0.25oz Rico Creative Cotton Aran / worsted in Clay

Hook size: 3.50 mm

Difficulty: Beginner

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Crocheted Santa Ornament

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This little crocheted Santa ornament, is a perfect addition to your Christmas tree.

Suggested Yarn

  • Worsted Weight Yarn

Hook size: 4.00 mm

Difficulty: Intermediate

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Santa Coaster

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This Santa coaster pattern is the perfect addition to your Christmas decor.

Suggested Yarn

  • Schachenmayr Catania (100% Cotton, 125m (137yds)/50g (1.76oz), Sport Weight) Yarn

Hook size: 3.50 mm

Difficulty: Beginner

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Santa the Gnome

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This little gnome does make a good Santa, but if you change up the colors, he can be a great garden protector as well.

Suggested Yarn

  • Big Twist Value Yarnicon, Worsted Weight 4 (100% Acrylic) in:
    • Varsity Red, approx 80 yds
    • Cream, approx 20 yds
    • Black, approx 20 yds
    • White, approx 10 yds
  • Bernat Blanket Tiny, Worsted Weight 4 (100% Polyester, 316 yds, 3.5 oz) in Snow Cap, approx 20 yds 

Hook size: 4.25; 5.0; 6.0 mm

Difficulty: Intermediate

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Papa Noel Amigurumi

Photo credit: amigurumi.com, cucapuntoes

Papa Noel and its pattern are designed and written by the label
cucapuntoes.

Suggested Yarn

  • 16-ply DK cotton yarn (e.g Rubi natural (50g +/-155m) in colors:
    • Red (color 027) – 2 balls
    • Black (030)
    • White (002)
    • Skin Color (003)

Hook size: 2.50 mm

Difficulty: Intermediate

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Mr. & Mrs. Claus Ornament

Photo credit: yarnhild.com

This quick project is perfect to set you in the Holiday mood.

Suggested Yarn

  • Worsted Weight Yarn

Hook size: 3.75 mm

Difficulty: Intermediate

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Cuddle Me Santa Claus

Photo credit: amigurumi.today

This crochet pattern is part of the Cuddle Me Amigurumi Series. You can find patterns for a snowman, a reindeer, a bear in Santa outfit and many more on this link. Ideal gifts for siblings or cousins.

Suggested Yarn

  • YarnArt Jeans

Hook size: 2.00 mm

Difficulty: Intermediate

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Santa Amigurumi Ornament

Photo credit: amyscrochetcave.com

This little amigurumi Santa is a cute decoration for the christmas tree.

Suggested Yarn

  • DK Yarn approx. 10g each

Hook size: 3.00 mm

Difficulty: Intermediate

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Santa Claus Ornament

Photo credit: tomacreations.wordpress.com

A quick and easy project that will decorate your Christmas Tree

Suggested Yarn

  • Acrylic yarn Lane Cervinia Caprice

Hook size: 2.50 mm

Difficulty: Beginner

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Santa Amigurumi (NL)

Photo credit: troetelsenzo.blogspot.com

This crochet pattern is in Dutch, but with the help of our Crochet Dictionary and Google Translate you can follow the pattern, even if you do not speak Dutch.

Suggested Yarn

  • YarnArt Jeans

Hook size: 2.00 mm

Difficulty: Intermediate

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More Free Crochet Patterns and Tutorials

Here are a few more crochet patterns and tutorials you may be interested in.

Top Tips for Crochet Beginners: A Friendly Guide to Getting Started

Amigurumi Tips and Tricks: Mastering the Art of Crochet Plushies

More Free Christmas Ornament Crochet Patterns

15+ Free Christmas Crochet Patterns for Beginners

Free Snowman Amigurumi Ornament Crochet Pattern

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Written by Lia Jones


Lia Jones is the creator of Crochet-Art.com, a leading website offering intricate crochet tutorials, patterns, and insights.

She established Crochet-Art.com to spread her love for crochet, and it has quickly become a haven for enthusiasts seeking guidance and inspiration in the craft.

When she's not weaving stories with her threads, you can find Lia enjoying moments with her two sons or on a peaceful nature walk, drawing inspiration from the world around her. Dive deeper into her world and explore all her patterns and tutorials here.

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