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Magical Unicorn Hand Puppet Pattern

Magical Unicorn Hand Puppet Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic knitting experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive knitting.

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Playful characters full of personality, designed to spark imagination and become cherished playtime favorites.

About This Magical Unicorn Hand Puppet Pattern

This enchanting unicorn hand puppet pattern combines traditional crochet techniques with whimsical design elements to create a truly magical companion. The pattern includes detailed instructions for creating the puppet's mouth with optional squeaker, beautiful spiral mane ringlets in rainbow colors, and adorable dimensional eyes. At 19cm long when completed, this puppet is the perfect size for both children and adults to enjoy during storytelling and imaginative play sessions.

Magical Unicorn Hand Puppet Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Working in continuous rounds using American terminology, this pattern creates a functional hand puppet with moveable mouth action. The rainbow-colored mane ringlets add a touch of magic while the carefully constructed eyes and horn bring this mythical creature to life.

Why You'll Love This Magical Unicorn Hand Puppet Pattern

I absolutely love how this pattern brings pure joy and magic into any room! The rainbow spiral mane is not only beautiful but also incredibly satisfying to create, and I find myself smiling every time I see those adorable dimensional eyes come together. What I love most is watching children's faces light up when they see this unicorn puppet come to life - it's like creating a little piece of fairy tale magic that can be treasured for years to come.

Magical Unicorn Hand Puppet Pattern step 1 - construction progress Magical Unicorn Hand Puppet Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Magical Unicorn Hand Puppet Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Magical Unicorn Hand Puppet Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with different color combinations for this unicorn puppet - sometimes I create an all-white winter unicorn with silver mane, or go bold with jewel tones for a regal look. You could easily modify the mane by making fewer or more ringlets depending on your preference, or even try different stitch patterns for texture variation.

For a summer version, I sometimes use cotton yarn which gives it a completely different feel and drape. The horn could be made in metallic yarn for extra sparkle, or you could add small beads or sequins to make it truly magical.

Consider making multiple puppets in different sizes by adjusting your hook size - a whole family of unicorns would be absolutely enchanting! You could also experiment with the eye colors or add embroidered details like eyelashes or a smile.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to stuff the eyes before closing - always stuff firmly before completing the final rounds ✗ Sewing through both sides of the puppet when attaching features - only sew through the front layer ✗ Making mane ringlets too tight - ensure increases are evenly distributed for proper spiral effect ✗ Not placing stitch markers when joining mouth pieces - use markers to track your starting position

Magical Unicorn Hand Puppet Pattern

Create your own enchanting unicorn hand puppet with this delightful crochet pattern! This magical creature features beautiful rainbow-colored mane ringlets, adorable eyes, and a sparkly horn that will captivate children and adults alike. Perfect for storytelling, imaginative play, or as a special handmade gift that brings fairy tale magic to life.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Magical Unicorn Hand Puppet Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Deramores Studio DK Frost 100g (main color)
  • 02
    Deramores Studio DK Citrine 50g (horn)
  • 03
    Deramores Studio DK Ruby 50g (tongue and mane)
  • 04
    Deramores Studio DK Burnt Orange 50g (mane)
  • 05
    Deramores Studio DK Peridot 50g (mane)
  • 06
    Deramores Studio DK Lapis 50g (mane)
  • 07
    Deramores Studio DK Purple 50g (mane)
  • 08
    Deramores Studio DK Gingerbread 50g (eyes and mane)
  • 09
    Deramores Studio DK Ebony small amount (eyes)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    2.5mm crochet hook
  • 02
    Fibrefill/toy stuffing
  • 03
    Toy squeaker (optional)
  • 04
    Stitch markers
  • 05
    Yarn needle
  • 06
    Pins

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— Tongue :

Using Ruby yarn :

Ch 2

Round 1 :

6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (6)

Round 2 :

inc in all 6 sts (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc in next st) x6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc in next st) x6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc in next st) x6 (30)

Round 6-20 :

30 sc (30)

Info :

Insert your squeak into the tongue if you are adding one. 15 sc through both sides of the tongue to close. Sl last st and finish.

— Top of Mouth :

Using Frost yarn :

Ch 2

Round 1 :

6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (6)

Round 2 :

inc in all 6 sts (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc in next st) x6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc in next st) x6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc in next st) x6 (30)

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc in next st) x6 (36)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc in next st) x6 (42)

Round 8 :

(6 sc, inc in next st) x6 (48)

Round 9-26 :

48 sc (48)

Info :

Sl last st, cut yarn.

— Bottom of Mouth :

Using Frost yarn :

Ch 2

Round 1 :

6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (6)

Round 2 :

inc in all 6 sts (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc in next st) x6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc in next st) x6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc in next st) x6 (30)

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc in next st) x6 (36)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc in next st) x6 (42)

Round 8 :

(6 sc, inc in next st) x6 (48)

Round 9-23 :

48 sc (48)

Infos :

Do not cut yarn, we will now join the mouth and tongue pieces together. Place the top and bottom mouth pieces on top of one another with your yarn from the bottom mouth piece at the side. 5 sc through both pieces along what will be the middle seam to join both of the mouth pieces. Place a marker at the 1st st. Now it is time to add the tongue, to do this 15 sc through the bottom of mouth, tongue and top of mouth, this will join them altogether along the same middle seam that you had started, now 5 sc through the top and bottom mouth pieces only. This will be the new beginning of your rnds. Replace your marker here. You should now have a total of 54 sts around the outside of the puppets mouth.

Round 24 :

54 sc (54)

Round 25 :

(7 sc, dec) x6 (48)

Round 26-50 :

48 sc (48)

Info :

If you would like to make your puppet longer or shorter adjust the amount of rows worked here. Sl last st, tie off and finish.

— Eyes (Make 2) :

Using Ebony yarn :

Ch 2

Round 1 :

6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (6)

Round 2 :

inc in all 6sts (12)

Change to gingerbread yarn :

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc in next st) x6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2sc, inc in next st) x6 (24)

Change to frost yarn :

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc in next st) x6 (30)

Round 6-9 :

30 sc (30)

Round 10 :

(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

Round 11 :

(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

Info :

Start to stuff

Round 12 :

(1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Round 13 :

dec x6 (6)

Info :

Finish stuffing and close hole, leave enough yarn to sew to puppet later.

— Mane Ringlets Make 8 :

Using Selected yarn work in rows :

Ch 31 (note ch1 turn does not count as a stitch)

Row 1 :

sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 29, ch 1 turn (31)

Row 2 :

Inc x30, ch 1 turn (60)

Row 3 :

Inc x 60 (120)

Info :

Tie off leaving enough thread to sew to head later. If you would like a fuller mane simply keep adding more spirals.

— Horn :

Using Citrine Yarn :

Round 1 :

Start 4 sc in a magic ring (4)

Round 2 :

4 sc (4)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) x2 (6)

Round 4 :

(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)

Round 5 :

9 sc through back of the loop only (9)

Round 6 :

(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)

Round 7 :

12 sc (12)

Round 8 :

12 sc through back of the loop only (12)

Round 9 :

(3 sc, inc) x 3 (15)

Round 10 :

15 sc (15)

Round 11 :

15 sc through back of the loop only (15)

Round 12 :

(4 sc, inc) x 3 (18)

Round 13 :

18 sc (18)

Round 14 :

18 sc through back of the loop only (18)

Round 15 :

(5 sc, inc) x3 (21)

Round 16 :

21 sc (21)

Round 17 :

21 sc through back of the loop only (21)

Round 18-19 :

21 sc (21)

Info :

Sl last st, cut yarn leaving enough thread to close off and weave remaining thread in to finish. Fill with stuffing.

Assembly Instructions

  • Pin the eyes and horn onto the top of the unicorn head, making them as symmetrical as possible by checking placement with puppet on your hand
  • Sew the eyes and horn carefully, ensuring not to sew through both sides of the puppet to keep the hand opening clear
  • Catch the two eyes together up through the back where they meet for extra security
  • Attach the colorful mane ringlets around the head, sewing them in place securely
  • Tie off all loose ends on the inside of the puppet and weave in any remaining threads

Important Notes

  • 💡This pattern uses American terminology and is worked in continuous rounds
  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds, especially when joining mouth pieces
  • 💡The finished puppet measures 19cm long when using specified materials and hook size
  • 💡If using different yarn weight or hook size, the finished size will vary
  • 💡The toy squeaker for the tongue is completely optional but adds interactive fun
  • 💡Make 8 mane ringlets total - 1 of each color plus 2 extra in your choice of colors

This enchanting unicorn hand puppet pattern brings pure magic and imagination to life! With its rainbow spiral mane, adorable dimensional eyes, and optional squeaker, this puppet becomes an instant favorite for storytelling and play. The intermediate-level techniques will expand your crochet skills while creating something truly special. Watch as children's eyes light up when this mythical creature comes to life in your hands! 🦄✨

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FAQs

Can I make this puppet without the squeaker?

Absolutely! The squeaker is completely optional. Simply follow the tongue instructions without inserting the squeaker, and your puppet will still be fully functional and adorable.

How do I make the mane ringlets spiral properly?

The key is in the increases - make sure to distribute them evenly in each row. The dramatic increase from 30 to 60 to 120 stitches creates the natural spiral curl effect.

Can I use different colors for the mane?

Yes! While the pattern suggests rainbow colors, you can use any color combination you prefer. The pattern calls for 8 ringlets total, so choose your favorite colors.

What if my puppet turns out larger or smaller than 19cm?

The size depends on your yarn weight and hook size. Using a larger hook or thicker yarn will make it bigger, while smaller hook or thinner yarn will make it smaller. The proportions will remain the same.

How do I prevent sewing through both sides when attaching features?

Only catch the front layer of the puppet when sewing on eyes and horn. Test by checking that your hand can still fit inside the puppet opening after each attachment.