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Unicorn & Hatching Baby Amigurumi Pattern

Unicorn & Hatching Baby Amigurumi Pattern
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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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About This Unicorn & Hatching Baby Amigurumi Pattern

This charming unicorn and hatching baby pattern brings a touch of magic to your crochet collection. The design features a parent unicorn with intricate rainbow mane details and a fully functional egg that opens to reveal a tiny baby unicorn nestled inside. Each element is carefully constructed using continuous rounds and color changes to create stunning visual effects. The pattern includes detailed instructions for creating the horn, ears, legs, and all the colorful mane sections that give this unicorn its distinctive rainbow appearance.

Unicorn & Hatching Baby Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

What makes this pattern truly special is the interactive element of the hatching egg. The rainbow-striped egg can be opened and closed with a button fastening, allowing the baby unicorn to peek out or hide inside, making it perfect for imaginative play or as a unique decorative piece.

Why You'll Love This Unicorn & Hatching Baby Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines creativity with functionality in such a magical way. The rainbow color transitions are incredibly satisfying to work through, and watching the mane come together strand by strand is genuinely rewarding. The surprise element of the hatching baby adds an interactive dimension that makes this more than just a decorative piece. I find the construction clever and well-thought-out, especially how the egg pocket integrates seamlessly into the unicorn's body. The finished result is truly impressive and brings smiles to everyone who sees it.

Unicorn & Hatching Baby Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Unicorn & Hatching Baby Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Unicorn & Hatching Baby Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Unicorn & Hatching Baby Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with this pattern by switching up the color palettes to create completely different moods and styles. Instead of the classic rainbow, try a pastel dream unicorn using soft pinks, lavenders, mint greens, and baby blues for a nursery-perfect companion that's gentle and soothing.

For something more dramatic, I've created galaxy unicorns using deep purples, midnight blues, and silver with sparkly yarn that catches the light beautifully. You could even add tiny star buttons or beads to the mane for extra celestial magic.

Another variation I adore is the seasonal unicorn approach - autumn tones of burnt orange, deep red, golden yellow, and chocolate brown create a cozy fall aesthetic, while winter whites, icy blues, and silver make an elegant frost unicorn.

Don't forget you can customize the baby unicorn inside the egg too! Make it match the parent, or create a contrasting color scheme for a fun surprise when someone opens the egg.

I've also experimented with different mane styles - instead of all curly strands, try mixing straight and curly sections, or create a mohawk-style mane down the center of the head and neck for a punk rock unicorn vibe.

The egg itself offers creative possibilities as well. You could work it in ombre gradients within each color stripe, add small embroidered details like flowers or stars, or even create a solid pastel egg for a more subtle look.

For gift-giving, I sometimes make multiple baby unicorns in different colors so the recipient can swap them out. Kids especially love having a collection of babies that fit inside the same egg.

You can also scale up the entire pattern by using bulky yarn and a larger hook to create a bigger unicorn, though you'll need to adjust the egg pocket proportions accordingly.

Finally, consider adding small accessories like a crocheted saddle, bridle, or even tiny wings to transform your unicorn into a pegasus. The possibilities are truly endless with this versatile pattern!

Whatever direction you take, make sure to document your color choices and any modifications so you can recreate your favorite combinations or share your innovations with the crochet community.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to leave yarn tails when changing colors for the mane sections, making it difficult to attach them properly to the head later on ✗ Stuffing the body too firmly before inserting the egg pocket, which can distort the shape and make it difficult to position correctly ✗ Not using stitch markers when working the continuous rounds on the body and head, leading to losing track of round starts and uneven shaping ✗ Accidentally passing the needle through the internal egg pocket when attaching the neck to the body, which can seal the opening shut ✗ Positioning the eyes incorrectly before the ears are attached, resulting in an unbalanced facial expression that requires reworking ✗ Making the legs with inconsistent tension, causing the unicorn to stand unevenly or tip over when displayed

Unicorn & Hatching Baby Amigurumi Pattern

Create your own enchanting rainbow unicorn with a surprise hatching baby inside! This delightful pattern features a beautifully detailed unicorn with a colorful rainbow mane and tail, complete with a removable rainbow egg that opens to reveal an adorable baby unicorn. Perfect for gifts or nursery decor, this whimsical project combines multiple crochet techniques to bring magical creatures to life in soft, huggable form.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Unicorn & Hatching Baby Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Yarn in white or pale pink for unicorn body
  • 02
    Yarn in yellow for horn and hooves
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    Yarn in red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, and dark pink for rainbow mane and tail
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    Patons Smoothie DK Yarn recommended or any DK weight cotton or acrylic yarn

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size 4mm
  • 02
    Pair of 9mm black safety eyes
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    Toy stuffing
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    Tapestry needle
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    Scissors
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    Stitch markers
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    Black or dark grey liner yarn or embroidery thread for facial details and hooves
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    2 small buttons for fastening the egg and unicorn body

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— Baby Unicorn's Head :

Round 1 :

In pale pink, ch 2, sc 6 into 2nd chain from hook. You can use the magic ring method if you prefer. Sl st into the 1st sc to join the round (6)

Round 2 :

Ch 1, (starting in the same st that you just joined into) sc 6 changing to white in the last st, now working in white, join (6)

Round 3 :

Ch 1, sc 2, inc x2, sc 2, join (8)

Round 4 :

Ch 1, sc 8, join (8)

Round 5 :

Ch 1, sc 2 (6 + 2 ears)

Info :

To make the 1st ear, FLO sl st in the next st, ch 3, work back down the ch that you just made, starting in the 2nd ch from the hook: sl st, sc. Then FLO sl st back into the same st as before. Sc 2. To make the 2nd ear, FLO sl st in the next st, ch 3, work back down the ch that you just made, starting in the 2nd ch from the hook: sl st, sc. Then FLO sl st back into the same st as before. Sc 2, join. Add some stuffing to the head now (see photo)

Round 6 :

Ch 1, dec, sc 4 (please note - the 1st and 4th stitches will be worked by folding the ear forwards and working into the leftover back loop (see photo)), dec, join (6)

Info :

FO, leaving a tail of yarn. Close the hole by passing the tail of yarn through just the front loop of each stitch and then pulling it tight. Keep the remaining tail of yarn for later assembly (see photos)

— Baby Unicorn's Body :

Round 1 :

In white, ch 2, sc 6 into 2nd chain from hook. You can use the magic ring method if you prefer (6)

Round 2 :

Inc x6 (12)

Round 3 :

To make the 1st leg, FLO sl st in the next st, ch 3, work a 3trpop in to the same st (please refer to the stitch notes on page 2 if required). Then ch 3 and FLO sl st back into the same st once more. (Sc 2, inc) x2, sc 3 (see photo) (12 + 2 legs)

Round 4 :

Skip the first leg, sc (this is worked into the st that is between the two legs), skip the 2nd leg, sc 4, inc x3, sc 4 (15)

Round 5 :

Inc, sc 5, skip 4 st (this is to create the shaping for the neck), then continue with sc 5 (see photos) (12)

Rounds 6 - 8 :

(3 rounds) sc 12 (12)

Round 9 :

To make the 3rd leg, FLO sl st in the next st, ch 3, work a 3trpop in to the same st. Then ch 3 and FLO sl st back into the same st once more. Sc. To make the 4th leg, FLO sl st in the next st, ch 3, work a 3trpop in to the same st. Then ch 3 and FLO sl st back into the same st once more. Sc 9 (10 + 2 legs)

Round 10 :

Skip the first leg, sc (this is worked into the st that is between the two legs), skip the 2nd leg, sc 9. Add some stuffing to the body section now (10)

Round 11 :

Dec x5 (5)

Info :

FO, leaving a tail of yarn. Close the hole by passing the tail of yarn through just the front loop of each stitch and then pulling it tight. Weave in the end (see photo)

— Baby Unicorn Assembly :

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Using the tail of yarn that you left on the head section, sew the back of the head to just the couple of stitches on the front edge of the neck shaping. This will allow the head to be bent forwards so that your baby unicorn fits inside its rainbow egg. You may need to sew a small opening on the neck (behind the head) closed. Then weave in the end (see photos)

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Using some yellow yarn, add a long French knot to form the unicorn's horn. I wrapped the yarn around my needle 5 times to achieve this effect (see photos)

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Finally, add black French knots for the eyes and strands in any colour for the tail and mane—trim them to the desired length. Your baby unicorn should now look something like this (see photos)

— Egg (Bottom Section) :

Round 1 :

In dark pink, ch 2, sc 6 into 2nd chain from hook. You can use the magic ring method if you prefer. Sl st into the 1st sc to join the round (6)

Round 2 :

Ch 1, (starting in the same st that you just joined into) inc x6, join (12)

Round 3 :

Ch 1, (inc, sc) x6 changing to purple in the last st, now in purple, join (18)

Round 4 :

Ch 1, sc 18, join (18)

Round 5 :

Ch 1, (sc, inc, sc) x6 changing to blue in the last st, now in blue, join (24)

Rounds 6 - 7 :

(2 rounds) Ch 1, sc 24, join (24)

Info :

FO and weave in the ends

— Egg (Top Section) :

Round 1 :

In red, ch 2, sc 6 into 2nd chain from hook. You can use the magic ring method if you prefer. Sl st into the 1st sc to join the round (6)

Round 2 :

Ch 1, (starting in the same st that you just joined into) inc x6, join (12)

Round 3 :

Ch 1, (inc, sc 3) x3 changing to orange in the last st, now in orange, join (15)

Round 4 :

Ch 1, (sc 2, inc, sc 2) x3, join (18)

Round 5 :

Ch 1, sc 18, join (18)

Round 6 :

Ch 1, (inc, sc 5) x3 changing to yellow in the last st, now in yellow, join (21)

Round 7 :

Ch 1, (sc 3, inc, sc 3) x3, join (24)

Round 8 :

Ch 1, sc 24 changing to green in the last st, now in green, join (24)

Round 9 :

Ch 1, sc 24, join (24)

Round 10 :

Ch 1, sc 24 changing to blue in the last st, now in blue, join (24)

Round 11 :

Ch 1, sc 24, join (24)

Info :

At this point, you will join the two sections together... Put your hook through the FLO of the top section followed by the outer loop of the bottom section as shown (see photo) and work a sl st. Repeat this process for a total of 6 sl st's. Then, working through both loops on the top section of egg only, sl st 9. To make the buttonhole ch 5 (adjust this amount according to the size of your button), then sl st 9. FO and weave in the ends (see photo). Don't forget to attach your button (see photo)

— Unicorn's Internal Egg Pocket :

Round 1 :

In white, ch 2, sc 6 into 2nd chain from hook. You can use the magic ring method if preferred (6)

Round 2 :

Inc x6 (12)

Round 3 :

(Inc, sc) x6 (18)

Round 4 :

(Sc, inc, sc) x6 (24)

Round 5 :

(Inc, sc 3) x6 (30)

Round 6 :

BLO sc 30 (30)

Rounds 7 - 20 :

(14 rounds) Sc 30 (30)

Info :

FO and weave in the end (see photo)

— Unicorn's Body :

Round 1 :

In white ch 13. Working back down the chain that you just made, starting in the 2nd st from the hook: inc, sc 10, inc. Continue around the other side of the chain with: inc, sc 10, inc (28)

Round 2 :

*Inc x2, sc 10, inc x2. Repeat from the * once more (36)

Round 3 :

*(Sc, inc) x2, sc 10, (inc, sc) x2. Repeat from the * once more (44)

Round 4 :

*(Sc 2, inc) x2, sc 10, (inc, sc 2) x2. Repeat from the * once more (52)

Round 5 :

*(Sc 3, inc) x2, sc 10, (inc, sc 3) x2. Repeat from the * once more (60)

Rounds 6 - 7 :

(2 rounds) Sc 60 (see photo) (60)

Round 8 :

*(Sc 4, inc) x2, sc 10, (inc, sc 4) x2. Repeat from the * once more (68)

Rounds 9 - 10 :

(2 rounds) Sc 68 (68)

Round 11 :

*(Sc 5, inc) x2, sc 10, (inc, sc 5) x2. Repeat from the * once more (76)

Rounds 12 - 19 :

(8 rounds) Sc 76 (76)

Info :

At this point, sc 4. This is the new start point for your rounds from here onwards (see photo)...

Round 20 :

In this round you will make 4 spaces which you will add the legs to later on: Sc 5. To make the space for the 1st leg, ch 6, skip 12 st, then sc 4. To make the space for the 2nd leg, ch 6, skip 12 st, then sc 10. To make the space for the 3rd leg, ch 6, skip 12 st, then sc 4. To make the space for the 4th leg, ch 6, skip 12 st, sc 5 (see photo) (28 + 24 ch)

Round 21 :

Work into the sc and into the back loop of the chains that you made in the previous round (ignore the leg spaces for now)... (Dec x2, sc 18, dec x2) x2 (see photo) (44)

Round 22 :

(Dec x2, sc 14, dec x2) x2 (36)

Round 23 :

(Dec, sc 14, dec) x2 (32)

Round 24 :

(Dec, sc 14) x2 (see photo) (30)

Round 25 :

Insert the egg pocket into the centre of your body section now, and then working through both layers (see photos), sl st 7. To make the buttonhole ch 9 (adjust this amount according to the size of your button), then continue working through both layers with sl st 23. FO and weave in the end (see photo)

— Legs :

Round 1 :

Join your white yarn into the 1st available st on any of the leg spaces (see photo). Sc 18 all of the way around the edge of the leg space. Sl st into the 1st sc to join the round (18)

Round 2 :

Ch 1, starting in the same st that you just joined into (sc 3, dec) x2, sc 8, join (16)

Round 3 :

Ch 1, sc 16, join (16)

Round 4 :

Ch 1, sc 2, dec, sc 3, dec, sc 7, join (14)

Rounds 5 - 8 :

(4 rounds) Ch 1, sc 14, join. Start adding stuffing now (14)

Round 9 :

Ch 1, sc 14 changing to yellow in the last st, now in yellow, join (14)

Round 10 :

Ch 1, sc 14, join (14)

Round 11 :

Ch1, (dec, sc 5) x2, join. Finish adding stuffing (12)

Round 12 :

Ch 1, BLO dec x6, join (6)

Info :

FO leaving a tail of yarn. Close the hole by passing the tail of yarn through just the front loop of each stitch and then pulling it tight. Then weave in the end (see photo). Repeat this process for each of the 4 legs

— Horn :

Round 1 :

In yellow, ch 2, sc 6 into 2nd chain from hook. You can use the magic ring method if you prefer (6)

Round 2 :

Sc 5, make 5 sc all into the next st (10)

Round 3 :

Dec x2, sc 5, make 5 sc all into the next st (12)

Round 4 :

Dec x3, sc 5, make 5 sc all into the next st (13)

Round 5 :

Dec x3, sc 6, make 5 sc all into the next st (14)

Rounds 6 - 8 :

(3 rounds) Dec x4, sc 5, make 5 sc all into the next st. The horn does not require any stuffing (14)

Round 9 :

Sc 5, leave the rest of the stitches un-worked (5)

Info :

FO leaving a tail of yarn (see photo)

— Ears :

Round 1 :

In white, ch 2, sc 4 into 2nd chain from hook. You can use the magic ring method if you prefer (4)

Round 2 :

(Inc, sc) x2 (6)

Round 3 :

(Sc, inc, sc) x2 (8)

Round 4 :

Sc 8 (8)

Round 5 :

(Inc, sc 3) x2 (10)

Round 6 :

(Sc 2, inc, sc 2) x2 (12)

Round 7 :

Sc 12 (12)

Round 8 :

(Inc, sc 5) x2. The ears do not require any stuffing (14)

Info :

FO leaving a tail of yarn (see photo)

— Neck :

Round 1 :

In white, leaving a tail of yarn at the start of your work (this will be used later to join the neck to the head), ch 18, sl st into the 1st ch to form a loop. Ch 1, sc 18, sl st into the 1st sc to join the round (18)

Rounds 2 - 4 :

(3 rounds) Ch 1, starting in the same st that you just joined into, ch 1, sc 18, join (18)

Round 5 :

Ch 1, (inc, sc) x3, sc 6, (inc, sc) x3, join (24)

Round 6 :

Ch 1, sc 24, join (24)

Round 7 :

Ch 1, (inc, sc) x3, sc 12, (inc, sc) x3, join (30)

Round 8 :

Ch 1, (inc, sc 2) x3, sc 12, (inc, sc 2) x3, join (36)

Info :

FO leaving a tail of yarn for later assembly (see photo)

— Head :

Round 1 :

In pale pink, ch 2, sc 6 into 2nd chain from hook. You can use the magic ring method if you prefer (6)

Round 2 :

Inc x6 (12)

Round 3 :

(Inc, sc) x6 (18)

Round 4 :

(Sc, inc, sc) x6 (24)

Rounds 5 - 6 :

(2 rounds) Sc 24 (24)

Info :

FO and weave in the end. Re-join your white yarn into any stitch and then continue as follows:

Rounds 7 - 8 :

(2 rounds) Sc 24 (24)

Round 9 :

Sc 8, (inc, sc) x2, (sc, inc) x2, sc 8 (28)

Round 10 :

Sc 28 (28)

Round 11 :

Sc 8, (inc, sc 2) x2, (sc 2, inc) x2, sc 8 (32)

Round 12 :

Sc 32 (32)

Round 13 :

Sc 10, (inc, sc 2) x2, (sc 2, inc) x2, sc 10 (36)

Rounds 14 - 19 :

(6 rounds) Sc 36 (36)

Round 20 :

(Sc 2, dec, sc 2) x6 (30)

Round 21 :

(Dec, sc 3) x6 (24)

Info :

Insert the eyes between rounds 14 and 15, positioning them as shown (see photos). Add some stuffing to the head now and then continue as follows:

Round 22 :

(Sc, dec, sc) x6 (18)

Round 23 :

(Dec, sc) x6. Finish adding stuffing now (12)

Round 24 :

Dec x 6 (6)

Info :

FO leaving a tail of yarn. Close the hole by passing the tail of yarn through just the front loop of each stitch and then pulling it tight. If you wish to indent the eyes, pass the tail of yarn backwards and forwards through the head a few times, bringing it out as close to each eye as possible. Pull it slightly tight to pull the eyes inwards (see photos). Then weave in the end (see photo)

— Mane - Red Section :

Info :

To make the curly 1st curly strand: In red, ch 26. Work back down the ch that you just made, starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, with: inc x25. To make the 2nd curly strand, continue with: Ch 31. Work back down the ch that you just made, starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, with: inc x30. To make the 3rd curly strand, continue with: Ch 26. Work back down the ch that you just made, starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, with: inc x25. To make the fringe section: * Ch 9. Work back down the ch that you just made, starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, with: sc 8. Repeat from the * a total of 4 times. FO leaving a tail of yarn (see photo)

— Mane - All other colours :

Info :

Repeat the same process in orange, yellow, green, blue, purple and pink, but in these colours, only make the 3 curly strands and then FO leaving a tail of yarn (see photo)

— Tail :

Row 1 :

In red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple & pink, make 1 piece in each colour. Worked in a single row. Ch 25. Work back down the ch that you just made, starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, with: sl st 24. FO leaving a tail of yarn (see photo)

— Star :

Round 1 :

In yellow, ch 2, sc 5 into 2nd chain from hook. You can use the magic ring method if you prefer. Sl st into the 1st sc to join the round (5)

Round 2 :

Ch 1, (starting in the same st that you just joined into) inc x5, join (10)

Round 3 :

* Ch 3, work back down the ch that you just made, starting in the 2nd ch from the hook with: sl st, sc, Then, continue around the star, sl st 2. Repeat from the * a total of 5 times (5 points)

Info :

FO leaving a tail of yarn for assembly (see photo)

— Unicorn Assembly :

Info :

Attach the horn centrally, so that it covers rounds 13-16 on the Head & then weave in the end. Next pin the ears into position, curving the bottom edge of each ear as shown

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...when you are happy with their position, sew them into place and then weave in the ends

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Using a piece of finer black yarn or embroidery thread, add three small lines to each eye as shown, to form the eyelashes. Then weave in the end

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Pin & then sew the wide end of the neck onto the body, positioning it as shown (don't position it any further forward than this otherwise your unicorn will be too forward heavy). Then, weave in the end. Be careful to not pass the needle through the internal egg pocket as you do this

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Firmly stuff the neck section and then attach the head. Ensure the face is straight as you do this. Then, weave in the end

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Next it's time to add the mane... start by attaching the top of the pink section at the base of the head as shown

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Just above the pink curls, now add the purple, then the blue and then the green sections of mane

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Continue in the same way to add the yellow and then the orange sections of mane

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The red section of mane is folded - the 3 curls are positioned at the back of the head as shown, while the 4 small strands of fringe point forwards, with two strands on either side of the horn. Sew this into place and weave in the end

Info :

To make the tail, take a long piece of white yarn and thread the tail pieces onto it as shown. The tails of yarn on each piece should point downwards! Then plait the pieces together & knot the end. Trim the desired length. Finally, use the piece of white yarn to sew the tail onto your unicorn's body & weave in the ends

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Add the star as shown - once again please ensure that you don't pass the needle through the internal egg pocket as you do this

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Finally, using a piece of dark grey finer yarn or embroidery thread, add a curved line to the underside of each leg to form the hooves. Weave in the ends

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Congratulations your unicorn & hatching baby are now finished!

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the baby unicorn's head to the neck opening of the body, ensuring the head can bend forward to fit inside the egg
  • Attach the unicorn's horn centrally on the head covering rounds 13-16, then position and sew the ears with curved bottom edges
  • Firmly stuff the neck section and attach the wide end to the body, being careful not to pass the needle through the internal egg pocket
  • Attach the head to the stuffed neck section, ensuring the face is positioned straight
  • Attach the colorful mane sections starting from the base of the head with pink, then purple, blue, green, yellow, and orange, finishing with the folded red section that includes fringe strands on either side of the horn
  • Create the tail by threading all seven colored tail pieces onto white yarn, plait them together, knot the end, trim to desired length, and attach to the body
  • Attach the yellow star to the body, again being careful to avoid the internal egg pocket, then add curved lines under each leg with dark grey thread to form hooves

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds, especially during the complex body shaping and leg placement sections
  • 💡When attaching the neck and star to the body, be extremely careful not to pass the needle through the internal egg pocket or you will seal it shut
  • 💡Stuff the body sections firmly but not too tightly to maintain proper shape and allow the egg pocket to function correctly
  • 💡Pin all major pieces (ears, neck, head, mane sections) in place before sewing to ensure correct positioning and balance
  • 💡Leave tails of yarn when finishing each mane section as these are essential for attaching them securely to the head
  • 💡Add stuffing to the baby unicorn's egg pocket first, then stuff the body evenly through the four leg holes to prevent distortion
  • 💡Adjust buttonhole sizes on both the egg and unicorn body according to your specific button sizes before finishing off

This enchanting Unicorn & Hatching Baby pattern brings pure magic to your crochet repertoire with its stunning rainbow details and interactive design. The combination of vibrant color changes, textured mane work, and the cleverly constructed egg pocket creates a truly special piece that's both beautiful and functional. Whether you're making this as a gift for a unicorn lover or adding whimsy to your own collection, the joy of revealing the hidden baby unicorn never gets old. Happy stitching, and may your hooks create rainbow magic! 🦄✨

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FAQs

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, but keep in mind that using heavier or lighter yarn will significantly change the finished size. If you substitute yarn weight, make sure to adjust your hook size accordingly and be aware that your unicorn may not fit properly inside the rainbow egg if proportions change too much.

How do I prevent the egg pocket from getting sewn shut when assembling?

This is mentioned multiple times in the pattern because it's crucial! Always be mindful when attaching the neck and star - work carefully and check frequently that your needle isn't passing through the egg pocket opening. Pin pieces first to ensure proper placement away from the pocket.

Can I make this unicorn in different colors instead of the rainbow theme?

Absolutely! The pattern works beautifully in any color scheme. You could create a pastel unicorn, a galaxy-themed one with purples and blues, or even a single color with white accents. Just maintain the same stitch counts for proper shaping.

How do I get the mane curls to look bouncy and defined?

The key is working increases consistently down each chain - this naturally creates the curl. You can also gently stretch and shape the curls with your fingers after completing them. Some crocheters lightly steam them to set the shape, but be careful not to flatten them.

Is this pattern suitable for beginners?

This pattern is best suited for intermediate crocheters who are comfortable with continuous rounds, color changes, and basic shaping techniques. While the individual stitches aren't difficult, the assembly requires attention to detail and the pattern has many components that need to be constructed and attached properly.