Capybaras Free Crochet Pattern
- Elisa
- Jul 27
- 5 min read
Hello my friends!
I am so excited to share my latest design with you: Niko & Poku the Capybaras!
There is just something so wonderfully calm and charming about these gentle creatures that I couldn't resist bringing them to my hook.
This design is actually very special to me because it was inspired by a fun experience from my trip to Japan last year. While I was there, I had the chance to visit a capybara café! When I walked in, there were two capybaras just sitting comfortably on couches, patiently waiting for visitors like myself to feed them carrot slices. They were so unbelievably relaxed, lounging around without a care in the world.I knew right then that I had to capture that peaceful, cuddly vibe in yarn!
Niko & Poku are my crochet take on those sweet animals! I am happy to share the written pattern for free right here on the blog so you can start stitching your own capybara buddy today!
If you'd like to complete the look with the adorable little crochet carrots, plus get a fully illustrated PDF pattern - complete with 40+ step-by-step illustrations, detailed schematics, and thorough instructions - be sure to check out the premium pattern listed on my store page.
I hope Niko & Poku bring a little extra calm and joy to your hook this week.
I can't wait to see your finished capybaras!
Happy crocheting!
11 pages with 40+ step-by step pictures, schematics and stitch tips designed to guide you through every stage of the project with ease!
Here is what you need!
YARN
light yarn (3)
MATERIALS
2.5 mm Crochet Hook
Yarn Needle
Polyester Fiber Fill
Black Embroidery Thread
DIMENSIONS
Approximately 4 in (10 cm) long
ABBREVIATIONS
chain (ch)
stitch (st)
slip stitch (sl st)
single crochet (sc)
repeat (rep)
SKILL LEVEL
Beginner
Head & Body
With A.
Rnd 1: Ch 6, 2 sc in 2nd ch from the hook, 1 sc in next 3 chs, 4 sc in last ch; keep working on the opposite side of the foundation chain, 1 sc in next 3 chs, 2 sc in next ch – 14 sc.
Rnd 2: 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next 2 sts, 1 sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st – 18 sc.
Rnd 3: 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 7 sts, 2 sc in next 2 sts, 1 sc in next 7 sts, 2 sc in next st – 22 sc.
Rnd 4: With B, (1 sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep 7 times, 2 sc in next st – 30 sc.
Rnds 5 - 7: 1 sc in each st around – 30 sc.
Rnd 8: 2 sc in next 4 sts, 1 sc in next 22 sts, 2 sc in next 4 sts – 38 sc.
Rnd 9: (1 sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep twice, 1 sc in next 22 sts, (2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 3 sts) rep twice – 42 sc.
Rnds 10 - 12: 1 sc in each st around – 42 sc.
Rnd 13: 1 sc in next 17 sts, sc2tog 4 times, 1 sc in next 17 sts – 38 sc.
Rnd 14: 1 sc in next 18 sts, sc2tog, 1 sc in next 18 sts – 37 sc.
Rnd 15: (1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) rep twice, 1 sc in next 29 sts, (2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next st) rep twice – 41 sc.
Rnds 16 - 19: 1 sc in each st around – 41 sc.
Begin stuffing and continue until piece is complete.
Rnd 20: 1 sc in next 19 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, 1 sc in next 19 sts – 44 sc.
Rnds 21 - 26: 1 sc in each st around – 44 sc.
Rnd 27: Sc2tog, 1 sc in next 19 sts, sc2tog, 1 sc in next 21 sts – 42 sc.
Rnd 28: 1 sc in each st around – 42 sc.
Rnd 29: 1 sc in next 6 sts, (1 sc in next 8 sts, sc2tog) rep 3 times, 1 sc in next 6 sts – 39 sc.
Rnd 30: 1 sc in next 6 sts, (1 sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog) rep 4 times, 1 sc in next 6 sts – 35 sc.
Rnd 31: (1 sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 30 sc.
Rnd 32: (1 sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 24 sc.
Rnd 33: (1 sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 18 sc.
Rnd 34: (1 sc in next st, sc2tog) rep around – 12 sc.
Rnd 35: Sc2tog around – 6 sc.
Fasten off, cut the yarn and weave in ends.
Embroider the Nose, the Mouth and the Eyes.
Ears (make two)
With A, make a magic ring.
Rnd 1: 3 sc in the ring – 3 sc; turn.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, 1 sc in next st, sc2tog – 2 sc; turn.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc2tog – 1 sc.
Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing the Ears between Rnds 12 and 13, 6 sts apart.
Legs (make four)
With A, make a magic ring.
Rnd 1: 8 sc in the ring – 8 sc.
Rnds 2 - 4: 1 sc in each st around – 8 sc.
Rnd 4: With B, (1 sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep twice – 10 sc.
Rnds 5 - 6: 1 sc in each st around – 10 sc. Do not stuff the Leg.
Flatten the last round and crochet through both layers, 1 sc in next 4 sts, 1 sl st in next st – 5 sts.
Fasten off and leave a long tail of yarn.
Sew the Legs to the bottom side of the Body.
I can't wait to see your version of my CAPYBARA. Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook!
Elisa
This pattern is an original pattern by Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet. Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint it on your site. You may keep a copy for your own personal use but please DO NOT sell the pattern or distribute it.
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