Reindeer Gift Topper
Free Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
Add a handmade touch of holiday magic to your gifts with this adorable crochet Reindeer Gift Topper! Perfect for dressing up a bottle of wine, chapstick, lotion, or any small present, this quick and festive project is sure to make your gift stand out.
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
This no-sew pattern is written in U.S. crochet terms, complete with clear instructions and video tutorial to help you along the way. Reindeer Gift Topper is crocheted in the round/continuous spirals without joining the rounds. I suggest using a stitch marker or different color yarn to keep track of each round. Reindeer Gift Topper is crocheted in super bulky chenille yarn and is approximately 3 inches tall including top of antlers. Be aware that size may vary depending on the yarn and hook size used. Gauge is not particularly important, just be consistent with the tension you are using. And most importantly, have fun!
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Birthday
November 1, 2025
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Being Alone And Bulky Bows
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Reindeer Gift Topper Pattern Essentials
Supplies
- Super Bulky (6) Weight Yarn
- Premier Parfait Chunky in Toffee (Light Brown) (~22 yards/17 grams)
- Teddy Bear (Dark Brown) (small amount)
- Very Berry (Red) (small amount)
- H (5.00mm) crochet hook
- Two 14mm plastic safety eyes (Not recommended for children under 3 years old)
- Yarn/Darning needle
- Black Embroidery floss and Embroidery needle
- Scissors
- Polyfil stuffing
- Locking Stitch Markers (optional)
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Abbreviations
- sc – single crochet
- st/sts – stitch(es)
- inc – increase (add 2 single crochet stitches into a stitch)
- dec – decrease (join 2 single crochet stitches into 1)
- ch – chain
- half double crochet – hdc
- double crochet – dc
- R1- round 1
- ( ) – repeat this group of stitches
- flo – front loop only
- blo – back loop only
Reindeer Gift Topper Pattern Example
If a line is written with a single “inc”, “dec” or “sc” – make one single crochet increase, decrease, or single crochet into one stitch only.
(inc, sc) 6 times {18 sts}
(2 single crochets in one stitch, then single crochet in the next stitch) – repeat that sequence a total of 6 times for a total of 18 stitches
(dec, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times {18 sts}
(join 2 single crochets into 1, and then single crochet in next 2 stitches) – repeat that sequence a total of 6 times for a total of 18 stitches
X-Small Bobble: (2 dc bobble) Yarn over, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, draw through 2 loops on hook – repeat 1 more time. There will be 3 loops on the hook at this time. Yarn over, draw through all 3 remaining loops on the hook.
Small Bobble: (3 dc bobble) Yarn over, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, draw through 2 loops on hook. Yarn over, insert hook in same stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, draw through 2 loops on hook – repeat 1 more time. There will be 4 loops on the hook at this time. Yarn over, draw through all 4 remaining loops on the hook. (Don’ t forget to pop your bobble out)
Bobble: (5 dc bobble) Yarn over, insert the hook into the stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, draw through 2 loops on hook. Yarn over, insert hook in same stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, draw through 2 loops on hook – repeat 3 more times. There will be 6 loops on the hook at this time. Yarn over, draw through all 6 remaining loops on the hook. (Don’ t forget to pop your bobble out)
Right Hand Reindeer Gift Topper Crochet Along Video Tutorial
Left Hand Reindeer Gift Topper Crochet Along Video Tutorial
Full Free Pattern Below↓
Reindeer Gift Topper Full Pattern
HEAD
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Using color of choice
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R1: 6 sc into a magic circle {6 sts}
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R2: (inc) 6 times {12 sts}
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R3-6: sc in next 12 sts {12 sts}
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R7: (inc, sc) 6 times {18 sts}
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R8: (inc, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times {24 sts}
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R9: sc blo in next 24 sts {24 sts}
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R10: (inc, sc in next 3 sts) 6 times {30 sts}
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Flip R1-R8 up so you can see the wrong side of the yarn. This is the post that will sit on the wine bottle/gift.
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R11: sc in next 14 sts, x-small bobble in next 2 sts, sc in next 14 sts {30 sts}
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R12: (dec, sc in next 3 sts) 2 times, dec, sc in next 6 sts, (dec, sc in next 3 sts) 2 times, dec {24 sts}
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R13: sc in next 24 sts {24 sts}
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Pause to place the eyes, eyelashes and nose. Secure your working yarn with a stitch marker.
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Place 14mm safety eyes between R11 and R12 next to the x-small bobbles.
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Optional: Embroider eyelashes before securing the safety eyes. Secure safety eyes when happy with placement.
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Cut a piece of red yarn and weave it over R11 (the x-small bobble stitches). Secure the yarn with a knot.
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R14 we’re making the ears. Mark the back loops only of stitch 10 and stitch 16. All ear stitches will be worked into the front loop of the marked stitch. I suggest marking the first sc and last sc of each ear as it’s helpful for R15.
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R14: sc in next 9 sts, [ear: in next flo sc, hdc, dc, ch 2, hdc, sc all in same st], sc in next 5 sts, [ear: in next flo sc, hdc, dc, ch 2, hdc, sc all in same st], sc in next 8 sts {24 sts} counting the marked back loops, not the flo stitches of the ears.
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For R15: We’ll work into the back loops that we marked for R14 and not into the marked stitches of the ear. After you work into the marked back loop, reach your hook over into the next stitch - the one next to your marked ear stitch.
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R15: sc in next 9 sts, sc into marked back loop st, sc in next 5 sts, sc into marked back loop st, sc in next 8 sts,{24 sts}
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R16: (dec, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times {18 sts}
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Pause here to crochet the antlers. Secure your working yarn.
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Insert your hook under a stitch between R15 and R16 above the ears. Place the dark brown yarn onto your hook and pull it through the stitch.
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Ch 5, sl st to 3rd chain from hook, sl st in next ch st, ch 4, sl st to 3rd chain from hook, sl st in next ch st, and then sl st to last st on the original chain {5 sts}
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Fasten off. Using a yarn needle, weave the fastened off piece to the inside of the head- moving over one stitch. Weave the other remaining yarn into the head as well and make a knot to secure. Repeat antler steps on the other side.
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Place your reindeer on a bottle or use your hand to support the middle and then lightly stuff around the post. Continue to lightly stuff as you continue crocheting.
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R17: (dec, sc) 6 times {12 sts}
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R18: (dec) 6 times {6 sts}
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Fasten off and leave a long piece of yarn to sew the head shut. Cut off excess yarn.
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Place your gift topper on a bottle of spirits for an instant dose of holiday cheer!
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Place your gift topper on a small present for a festive finishing touch that makes your gift extra special!
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Enjoy gifting all of your goodies this holiday season!
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If you like Reindeer Gift Topper, make sure to check out my Reindeer Gift Buddy Free Crochet Pattern.