Woodland Wonders: Charming Crochet Animals From The Forests

Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or just picking up your hook, this collection of patterns offers a delightful way to create your very own woodland menagerie.

I’m lucky enough to live in a very wooded area and there is so much lovely wildlife here in Southern England. Some of these animals, like the red fox, are regular visitors to our garden, others, like the cheeky raccoon, will be more familiar to those of you that live in the USA

Wherever you live, each of my patterns offers a unique way to bring these woodland animals to life in soft and cuddly form and most are suitable for beginners to make

Wild Rabbit Crochet Pattern – Smaller Toy For Little Crochet Collections

Shy and speedy, the charming European rabbit loves to make their homes around woodland edges.

This free rabbit crochet pattern is beginner friendly and works up quickly, allowing you to easily create your own cute amigurumi bunny.

Red Squirrel Crochet Pattern – Sweet Small Stuffy

Red squirrels are energetic and playful inhabitants of the trees, easily identified by their bright reddish-brown fur and bushy tails. Unfortunately they are now very rare in the UK, where the grey squirrel has largely taken over their habitat.

You can still enjoy this pretty creature though, you just need your hook and some lovely red yarn. And while the design process had its challenges, this crochet red squirrel pattern is easy for you to follow, with clear instructions suitable for crocheters of all levels.

Pine Marten Crochet Pattern – Smaller Toy

Pine martens are distinctive creatures with a cool yet cute energy, marked by their creamy chest and facial patterns. And my design was inspired by the positive news of the pine marten’s reintroduction into the wild.

This amigurumi pattern is an intermediate-level project designed to capture the Pine Marten’s unique charm, including their adorable “eyebrows.” The tutorial provides extra written information to assist even newer amigurumi makers.

Red Fox Crochet Pattern – Full Size Stuffed Toy

The red fox, is a familiar sight in many woodland areas. I love red foxes, despite the fact that they are far too interested in our chickens. They are uniquely beautiful creatures, with their handsome characteristic coat and long bushy tail. and I hope that this toy displays something of their distinctive cool personality as well as their adorable look.

This free crochet fox pattern is suitable for beginners, offering simple instructions for techniques like hand sewing and color changes. Each step and abbreviation is clearly explained.

Owl Crochet Pattern – Squishy And Very Cuddly

The ultimate woodland predator, owls can be found in many forested areas across the world, and we often hear them calling at night around our home.

The Cecil crochet owl pattern is another squishy and huggable friend from crochet designer Sarah Holloway. Made from super bulky chenille yarn. This simple pattern is perfect for beginners and can be adapted to different sizes by using various yarn weights.

Full Size Raccoon Crochet Plushie Pattern

We often think of Raccoons as bin raiding bandits, but their natural habitat is woodland. These clever and adaptable animals are easily recognized by their masked faces and ringed tails. This easy crochet raccoon pattern is designed to be simple to work up with minimal sewing, making it ideal for crochet beginners. The markings are simplified for ease of crocheting.

Mouse – Quick & Easy Keychain Crochet Pattern

Last but not least a tiny pattern for you to rustle up in a single evening! Mice are small but significant members of the woodland ecosystem, often scurrying about unnoticed.

This crochet mouse keychain pattern is a very quick project, making it a great choice for last-minute gifts.