Crochet Amigurumi Animals That Make Sense

Name: Ellie the Memory Maker Elephant Crochet Lovey Pattern
Brand: Patterns by Patsy
SKU: PL05232025v1.0
Price: 10.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Many crochet amigurumi animal patterns can be confusing so I design easy crochet animals with clear, step-by-step instructions that only use yarn. No safety eyes to hunt down, no guesswork, just relaxing stitches for your small pockets of time.

Get Early Access to My Safari Besties Collection!

I’m creating a collection of lightweight crochet amigurumi animals inspired by the wildlife of Kenya. These beginner-friendly loveys use my yarn only approach, so you can skip the supply stress and make meaningful gifts with just yarn and fiberfill. Each crochet pattern works up quickly in those small pockets of time we all treasure, perfect for baby showers, birthdays, or anytime you want to crochet something made with love.

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Exclusive Early Access

Be the first to crochet these adorable animals before they’re released to the public.

Yarn Only Simplicity

Skip the stress of extra supplies, all you need is yarn and fiberfill.

Step-by-Step Confidence

Clear instructions, photos, and video tutorials help you make the right stitches at the right time.

Gift-Ready Results

Create meaningful keepsakes that come together quickly during your small pockets of me time.

Why My Crochet Amigurumi Animals Are Different

You sit down excited to crochet, but the pattern leaves you guessing. The shorthand is unclear, the safety eyes are the wrong size, and the pieces don’t line up. What should be calm me time turns into stress. That’s why I design my crochet amigurumi animal patterns differently, so you can relax, enjoy each stitch, and finish thinking, “Wow! I made that?!”

Crystal Clear Guidance

No more guessing! My crochet amigurumi animal patterns will help you make the right stitches at the right time.

Yarn Only Simplicity

Skip the supply stress. My designs use only yarn and fiberfill, safer, simpler, and ready to start anytime.

Fast & Gift Ready

Made for busy lives. These crochet animals work up quickly in your small pockets of me time, leaving you with a giftable forever treasure.

Testimonials

What Crocheters Are Saying

Here’s what a couple of crocheters have said about my crochet amigurumi animal patterns and tutorials.

★★★★★

For never doing anything like this before, I truly believe your pattern made my project successful for not being an intermediate crocheter. I gained some confidence in new techniques so thank you! I loved the adventure!

Summer

★★★★★

I really enjoyed watching the tutorials and I truly believe they will be helpful if someone is having any issues.

Margie

These moments make every careful stitch of pattern writing worth it!

Moving to Kenya Shaped My Approach To Pattern Design

This is why I design crochet amigurumi animals that are simple, clear, and always within reach.

During the height of the COVID pandemic, my husband and I moved from Texas to the Kenyan countryside. Crochet quickly became my anchor as we adjusted to a new life, but getting supplies like safety eyes was a real challenge.

That frustration turned into a new design philosophy: creating crochet amigurumi animal patterns that only need yarn and a bit of fiberfill. No hunting for the prefect safety eyes means no supply stress, just clear, approachable instructions that help you crochet meaningful besties with what you already have.

Now, every crochet pattern I design is shaped by that mission: giving you confidence, calm, and joy in every stitch, even when life is busy.

More About Me

Meet Ellie, Your Stress Free Crochet Elephant Lovey Pattern

Ellie is designed to help you fall in love with amigurumi. With low-sew construction, she works up faster than most traditional patterns. My yarn only approach means no safety eyes or small parts to fiddle around with making her a thoughtful gift for baby showers and comfort presents. The clear instructions and video tutorials will help you make the right stitches at the right time giving you that “Wow! I made that?!” moment.

Yarn Only, Clear Instructions, & Video Help

$10.00

Crochet Terms:

The pattern is written in US crochet terms.

Finished Size:

The finished size is about 14 in / 35 cm tall and 10 in / 25 cm wide when you match included gauge.

Materials:

All you need is medium-weight yarn, 3.5mm (E) crochet hook, fiberfill, and a yarn needle.

Skill Level:

Confident beginner and up

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Questions? I’m Here To Help

Whether you’re new to crocheting amigurumi or just discovering my approach, here are some questions to help you learn more about Patterns by Patsy.

“Are your crochet amigurumi animal patterns beginner-friendly?“

If you know the basics like single crochet, increasing, and decreasing, you’ll be able to follow along. My crochet amigurumi animal patterns are written in plain language and include photos plus video tutorials to help you make the right stitches at the right time.

“What makes your crochet amigurumi animal patterns different from others?”

I design my crochet amigurumi animal patterns so you never have to guess what comes next. With clear step by step instructions, yarn-only details, minimal sewing, and visual support where it helps most, you can relax while you crochet and end up with a gift-ready amigurumi animal.
For my paid patterns you also get two extra supports that change the experience:

1. Peaceful Progressions (built into the pattern)
The pattern is broken into short, roughly one-hour crochet sessions and includes a quick prep list for each section. That means fewer interruptions, easy wins as you go, and steady progress without losing your place.

2. Peaceful Progressions Planner (separate PDF bonus)
This downloadable planner helps you turn the finished animal into a thoughtful gift. It includes ideas for personal touches, a simple timeline to finish before an event, and tips for packaging so your project becomes a memorable keepsake.

My free Puppy Dog pattern does not include Peaceful Progressions or the planner, but it does show my clear teaching style so you can see the difference before you buy.

“Do your crochet amigurumi animal patterns include video tutorials?“

Yes! Every pattern includes step-by-step photos, and I also add video tutorials so you can actually see what to do. You’ll never have to sit there wondering if you’re doing it right.

“Why don’t your crochet amigurumi animals use safety eyes?“

All my crochet amigurumi animals are designed with yarn-only details instead of safety eyes. This makes them safer for babies and little ones (no small parts) and simpler for you to complete. Yarn eyes also mean you’ll never have to worry about finding the right size or placement, just a cute, safe, and gift-ready amigurumi every time.

Want to learn how to crochet yarn eyes? Check out this tutorial on my YouTube channel. You can also watch this tutorial on how I sew on yarn eyes to my amigurumi animals.

“What supplies do I need to crochet amigurumi animals?“

Just the basics: yarn, fiberfill stuffing, a crochet hook, and a yarn needle. No hunting for extra parts, no special tools. You can get started with what you already have on hand and can easily travel with your project, making it easier to squeeze in some crochet me time on the go.

If you want to see the additional tools that can make crocheting amigurumi animals easier, check out my list of favorite tools here.

“How long does it take to crochet your amigurumi animals?“

Everyone crochets at their own pace, but my crochet patterns are designed to fit your schedule. Paid patterns include Peaceful Progressions, one-hour crochet sessions that tell you exactly what you’ll need before you start. Even if you only have short windows of time, you can make steady progress and enjoy that “Wow, I made that?!” moment.

“What if I get stuck while crocheting an amigurumi animal?“

You’re not on your own. My crochet amigurumi animal patterns are written with extra clarity and visual support to keep you moving forward, but if you ever feel stuck, you can email me. I’ll help you get back on track so you can finish what you started.

“Where can I buy your crochet amigurumi animals patterns?“

All of my crochet amigurumi animal patterns are available right here on my website. You’ll get instant access to your PDF download so you can start crocheting right away.

“Do you use US or UK crochet terms?“

I use US crochet terminology in all of my patterns. If you’re more familiar with UK terms, you can check out this conversion chart to make it easy.

“When will the Safari Besties collection be available?“

Ellie my crochet elephant lovey pattern is already available, so you can start experiencing my easy, low-sew, yarn-only approach today while you wait for her Safari friends to arrive. Each crochet amigurumi animal in the Safari Bestie collection is carefully tested by crocheters of different skill levels to ensure every step is clear before release.

If you’d like first access (plus behind-the-scenes updates while I’m designing), join the waitlist through my newsletter and get the patterns before anyone else.

“What if I find a mistake in one of your patterns?“

Every design is carefully written and pattern tested before it’s released to make sure everything is clear and accurate. If little mistakes slip through or you find something that doesn’t make sense, please email me. I provide assistance and will make any corrections so you can keep crocheting. I also provide updates of a pattern if an error is found.

“Can I sell the crochet amigurumi animals I make from your patterns?“

Yes! You’re welcome to sell your finished crochet amigurumi animals made from my patterns. If you’re selling online, credit “Patterns by Patsy” as the pattern designer.

No mass production or resale of my pattern files is allowed. If you’re selling in person at a craft fair or to friends, I understand credit is harder to include, but it’s always appreciated if you can mention where the pattern came from.

You can learn more about what you can do in the Terms & Conditions: Section 5. Content Use, Intellectual Property & Prohibited Activities.

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