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August 31, 2026

Carlotta the Fawn – A Sweet & Cozy Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Bring this adorable, wide-eyed fawn to life! Featuring a sweet pink sweater, delicate antlers, and a charming little collar, Carlotta is a heartwarming project perfect for intermediate crafters ready to master seamless body construction and cute, detailed accessories.

Carlotta the Fawn – Complete Step-by-Step Pattern

1. Materials & Abbreviations

Let’s gather our supplies! Using a soft, smooth cotton or acrylic blend will give Carlotta beautiful stitch definition and a lovely, huggable feel.

  • Yarn: Light brown (main body), dark brown (head patch/antlers), pink (sweater), dark pink (inner ears), and white (muzzle/collar).
  • Hook: Size appropriate for your chosen yarn (typically 2.0 mm – 2.5 mm for a tight, stuff-proof gauge).
  • Notions: 8 mm safety eyes, white felt (for eye highlights), poly-fil stuffing, tapestry needle, scissors, and stitch markers.
  • Abbreviations:
    • MR – magic ring
    • ch – chain
    • sc – single crochet
    • hdc – half double crochet
    • dc – double crochet
    • inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
    • dec – decrease (2 sc crocheted together)
    • BLO – back loop only

What you'll master: Proper tool selection, gauge management, and familiarization with standard international crochet abbreviations.

2. Legs & Body (Worked as One Piece)

We’ll start with the legs and seamlessly join them to build the torso, creating a sturdy, poseable base for our little fawn. The body features a clever color change to mimic a cute pink sweater!

Legs (Make 2, Light Brown):

  • Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
  • Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)
  • Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
  • Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
  • Rnd 5: 24 sc (24)
  • Rnd 6: 2 dec, 9 sc, 2 inc, 9 sc (24)
  • Rnd 7: 24 sc (24)
  • Rnd 8: 2 dec, 9 sc, 2 inc, 9 sc (24)
  • Rnd 9-10: 24 sc (24) [2 rows]
  • Rnd 11: 2 dec, 9 sc, 2 inc, 9 sc (24)
  • Rnd 12: 24 sc (24). Fasten off on the first leg. On the second leg, do not fasten off.

Joining & Body:

  • Rnd 1 (Joining): Chain 6. Work 24 sc around the first leg, 6 sc along the chain, 24 sc around the second leg, and 6 sc along the opposite side of the chain. (60 sts total)
  • Rnd 2-6: 60 sc (60) [5 rows]
  • Rnd 7: 12 sc, 1 dec, 28 sc, 1 dec, 16 sc (58). Change to Pink yarn.
  • Rnd 8: 12 sc, 1 dec, 27 sc, 1 dec, 15 sc (56)
  • Rnd 9: 56 sc (56)
  • Rnd 10: 12 sc, 1 dec, 26 sc, 1 dec, 14 sc (54)
  • Rnd 11: 54 sc (54)
  • Rnd 12: 12 sc, 1 dec, 25 sc, 1 dec, 13 sc (52)
  • Rnd 13: 52 sc (52)
  • Rnd 14: 12 sc, 1 dec, 24 sc, 1 dec, 12 sc (50)
  • Rnd 15: 50 sc (50)
  • Rnd 16: 12 sc, 1 dec, 23 sc, 1 dec, 11 sc (48)
  • Rnd 17: 48 sc (48)
  • Rnd 18: 12 sc, 1 dec, 22 sc, 1 dec, 10 sc (46)
  • Rnd 19: 46 sc (46)
  • Rnd 20: 12 sc, 1 dec, 21 sc, 1 dec, 9 sc (44)
  • Rnd 21: 44 sc (44)
  • Rnd 22: 12 sc, 1 dec, 20 sc, 1 dec, 8 sc (42)
  • Rnd 23: 12 sc, 1 dec, 19 sc, 1 dec, 7 sc (40)
  • Rnd 24: 12 sc, 1 dec, 18 sc, 1 dec, 6 sc (38)
  • Rnd 25: 12 sc, 1 dec, 17 sc, 1 dec, 5 sc (36)
  • Rnd 26: 12 sc, 1 dec, 16 sc, 1 dec, 4 sc (34)
  • Rnd 27: 12 sc, 1 dec, 15 sc, 1 dec, 3 sc (32)
  • Rnd 28: 12 sc, 1 dec, 14 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc (30)

What you'll master: Seamless multi-piece joining, structured torso decreasing, and clean mid-project color changes.

3. Head

The head is worked in a continuous spiral, building up to a beautifully rounded shape before gradually decreasing to form the neck.

  • Rnd 1 (Light Brown): 6 sc in MR (6)
  • Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)
  • Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
  • Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
  • Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
  • Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
  • Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)
  • Rnd 8: (6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)
  • Rnd 9: 48 sc (48)
  • Rnd 10: (7 sc, inc) x 6 (54)
  • Rnd 11: 54 sc (54)
  • Rnd 12: (8 sc, inc) x 6 (60)
  • Rnd 13: (9 sc, inc) x 6 (66)
  • Rnd 14: (10 sc, inc) x 6 (72)
  • Rnd 15: 72 sc (72)
  • Rnd 16: (11 sc, inc) x 6 (78)
  • Rnd 17: 78 sc (78)
  • Rnd 18: (12 sc, inc) x 6 (84)
  • Rnd 19-20: 84 sc (84) [2 rows]
  • Important detail: Cut small white felt circles slightly larger than your 8 mm safety eyes. Place them between Rnd 16 and 17, spaced about 14 stitches apart, and attach the safety eyes on top for a sweet, expressive look.
  • Rnd 21: (12 sc, dec) x 6 (78)
  • Rnd 22: (11 sc, dec) x 6 (72)
  • Rnd 23: (10 sc, dec) x 6 (66)
  • Rnd 24: (9 sc, dec) x 6 (60)
  • Rnd 25: (8 sc, dec) x 6 (54)
  • Rnd 26: (7 sc, dec) x 6 (48)
  • Rnd 27: (6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)
  • Rnd 28: (5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)
  • Rnd 29: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
  • Finishing: Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the head firmly before closing.

What you'll master: Spiral increase sequences, precise safety eye placement, and structured decreasing for spherical shaping.

4. Ears & Head Patch

These small details add so much personality and realism to Carlotta’s face!

Inner Ears (Make 2, Dark Pink):

  • Rnd 1: In MR, work: 2 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc, 2 dc (or tr), 1 dc, 1 hdc, 2 sc.
  • Rnd 2: Work 1 sc evenly around the entire outer edge to create a clean border. Fasten off.

Outer Ears (Make 2, Light Brown):

  • Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR (4)
  • Rnd 2: 4 inc (8)
  • Rnd 3: 1 inc, 3 sc, 1 inc, 3 sc (10)
  • Rnd 4: 1 inc, 4 sc, 1 inc, 4 sc (12)
  • Rnd 5: 1 inc, 5 sc, 1 inc, 5 sc (14)
  • Rnd 6: 1 inc, 6 sc, 1 inc, 6 sc (16)
  • Rnd 7: 1 inc, 7 sc, 1 inc, 7 sc (18)
  • Rnd 8: 1 inc, 8 sc, 1 inc, 8 sc (20)
  • Rnd 9: 1 inc, 9 sc, 1 inc, 9 sc (22)
  • Rnd 10: 1 inc, 10 sc, 1 inc, 10 sc (24)
  • Rnd 11-12: 24 sc (24) [2 rows]
  • Rnd 13: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
  • Rnd 14: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
  • Assembly: Place the dark pink inner ear onto the light brown outer ear. Fold the combined piece in half at the base and sew to the sides of the head.

Head Patch (Dark Brown, worked in turning rows):

  • Rnd 1: Ch 4. Starting in 2nd ch from hook: 3 sc, ch 1, turn (3)
  • Rnd 2: 1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc, ch 1, turn (4)
  • Rnd 3: 1 inc, 2 sc, 1 inc, ch 1, turn (6)
  • Rnd 4: 6 sc, ch 1, turn (6)
  • Rnd 5: 1 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc, ch 1, turn (8)
  • Rnd 6: 8 sc, ch 1, turn (8)
  • Rnd 7: 1 sc, 1 inc, 4 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc, ch 1, turn (10)
  • Rnd 8: 10 sc, ch 1, turn (10)
  • Rnd 9: 1 sc, 1 inc, 6 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc, ch 1, turn (12)
  • Rnd 10: 12 sc, ch 1, turn (12)
  • Rnd 11: 1 sc, 1 inc, 8 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc, ch 1, turn (14)
  • Rnd 12: 14 sc, ch 1, turn (14)
  • Rnd 13: 1 sc, 1 inc, 10 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc, ch 1, turn (16)
  • Rnd 14: 16 sc, ch 1, turn (16)
  • Rnd 15: 1 sc, 1 inc, 12 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc, ch 1, turn (18)
  • Rnd 16: 18 sc, ch 1, turn (18)
  • Rnd 17: 1 sc, 1 inc, 14 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc, ch 1, turn (20)
  • Rnd 18: 20 sc, ch 1, turn (20)
  • Rnd 19: 1 sc, 1 inc, 16 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc, ch 1, turn (22)
  • Rnd 20: 22 sc, ch 1, turn (22)
  • Rnd 21: 1 sc, 1 inc, 18 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc, ch 1, turn (24)
  • Rnd 22-36: 24 sc, ch 1, turn (24) [15 rows]
  • Rnd 37: (4 sc, dec) x 4, ch 1, turn (20)
  • Rnd 38: 20 sc, ch 1, turn (20)
  • Rnd 39: (3 sc, dec) x 4, ch 1, turn (16)
  • Rnd 40: 16 sc, ch 1, turn (16)
  • Rnd 41: 1 sc, 1 dec, 10 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc, ch 1, turn (14)
  • Rnd 42: 1 sc, 1 dec, 8 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc, ch 1, turn (12)
  • Rnd 43: 1 sc, 1 dec, 6 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc, ch 1, turn (10)
  • Rnd 44: 1 sc, 1 dec, 4 sc, 1 dec, 1 sc, ch 1, turn (8)
  • Finishing: Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Sew this patch to the front of the head, centered above the muzzle.

What you'll master: Working flat pieces with turning chains, utilizing mixed stitch heights for organic shaping, and precise facial detailing.

5. Muzzle & Arms

Muzzle (White):

  • Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
  • Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)
  • Rnd 3: 3 inc, 3 sc, 3 inc, 3 sc (18)
  • Finishing: Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Stuff lightly and sew centrally below the eyes.

Arms (Make 2):

  • Rnd 1-3 (Light Brown): 6 sc in MR (6), 6 inc (12), (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
  • Rnd 4-7: 18 sc (18) [4 rows]
  • Rnd 8: 1 dec, 14 sc (16). Change to Pink yarn.
  • Rnd 9: 16 sc in BLO (16)
  • Rnd 10-16: 16 sc (16) [7 rows]
  • Rnd 17: 10 sc, 1 dec, 4 sc (15)
  • Rnd 18-23: 15 sc (15) [6 rows]
  • Rnd 24: 11 sc, 1 dec, 2 sc (14)
  • Rnd 25: 14 sc (14)
  • Rnd 26: Stuff the arm lightly. Fold the top opening in half and work sc through both layers to close it flat. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

What you'll master: Creating uniform tubular limbs, clean color changes, and flat-folding techniques for seamless closures.

6. Collar & Antlers

Collar (White):

  • Rnd 1: Ch 11. Starting in 2nd ch from hook: 10 sc, ch 1, turn (10)
  • Rnd 2-36: 10 sc, ch 1, turn (10) [35 rows]
  • Assembly: Join the short ends together to form a ring. Wrap it snugly around the neck area where the head meets the body, and sew securely before attaching the head.

Antlers (Make 2 sets, Dark Brown): Each antler consists of a large piece and a small piece.

  • Large Piece:
    • Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR (4)
    • Rnd 2: (1 inc, 1 sc) x 2 (6)
    • Rnd 3-5: 6 sc (6) [3 rows]
  • Small Piece:
    • Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR (4)
    • Rnd 2: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 2 (6)
    • Rnd 3-10: 6 sc (6) [8 rows]
  • Assembly: Sew the small piece sideways onto the upper part of the large piece to create a branching antler effect. Attach to the top of the head.

What you'll master: Flat-panel accessory construction and assembling multi-part 3D details.

7. Final Assembly & Finishing

Now for the magic moment where Carlotta truly comes to life!

  1. Head to Body: Sew the head securely to the top of the body using the long tail. Ensure the neck is stuffed firmly so the head doesn't wobble.
  2. Limbs: Sew the arms to the upper sides of the body, just below the neck join.
  3. Facial Details: Embroider a tiny nose and soft brows using dark brown thread. Add a hint of pink pastel chalk to the cheeks for a sweet, rosy blush.
  4. Final Touches: If desired, crochet a simple white scalloped edging around the bottom hem of the pink sweater and the sleeve cuffs, and embroider tiny white dots for extra charm!

What you'll master: Multi-step structural assembly, surface embroidery for expressive facial features, and professional finishing techniques.

Final Section: Where to Go from Here

Congratulations! By completing Carlotta the Fawn, you have mastered foundational spiral shaping, seamless limb joining, and intricate garment detailing. This project is a fantastic confidence-builder and makes an absolutely heartwarming gift.

From here, try experimenting with different yarn colorways to create a whole "woodland friends" collection, or adapt the sweater and collar patterns to design custom outfits for other amigurumi dolls in your collection. Happy crocheting!