Crochet Mini Moose Candy Cane Ornament: Free Christmas Pattern

As a Canadian maker, you know I just had to include a cute amigurumi pattern for a Moose Christmas Decoration, eh?! (Sorry, Too much? 🙃)

The Moose Candy Cane Ornament Crochet Pattern combines the charm of a moose—a beloved Canadian symbol—with the festive fun of mini candy canes! The result? An easy-to-make ornament that’s a perfect addition to your handmade crochet Christmas decorations.

I’ve designed this free amigurumi pattern to work at any time of the year, you don’t haveno to use candy canes for the limbs! Keep reading to find out what to do instead. That means this pattern is perfect for the holiday season and as a creative project to commemorate Canada Day! 🍁

It’s Easy to Grab the Whole Candy Cane Holder Collection!

There are (16) Sixteen patterns in the Candy Cane Holder Ornament collection! And you can grab all of this cuteness straight away, in the Crochet Candy Canes Bundle e-book!

The Candy Cane Ornament Bundle includes the FULL 16 pattern collection, with process photos, tutorial links and a clickable table of contents!

This crochet pattern collection includes this cute mini moose candy cane ornament, along with instructions to create his friends! The Santa, Snowman, Reindeer, Kitty, Dinosaur, Unicorn, Bear, Puppy, Mrs. Claus, Elf, Mouse, Gingerbread Boy, Gingerbread Girl, Penguin, and Giraffe!Allll this cuteness is available NOW! Check out the Bundle on Ravelry or Etsy!

Crochet Christmas Decoration Pattern – Essential Info!

This new series of Christmas tree ornaments has quickly become my favourite set. They feature mini candy canes for arms and legs—how unique and adorable! If you don’t have mini candy canes, the pattern includes instructions for curly cue limbs as well.

The collection is designed using WeCrochet’s Brava Worsted Yarn (4) and Brava Tweed Worsted (4). The yarn is super soft, and the colours are amazing. You can also use your favourite medium (4) weight yarn, but it’s not recommended to adjust the yarn weight for this project. 

The pattern uses 6mm flat back black pearls hot glued in place for eyes, but you could also use 6mm safety eyes or embroider the eyes. Be cautious with small parts around children under 3, as they can be a choking hazard. The Candy Cane Ornaments work up quickly and easily with minimal sewing, since the head and body are worked in one piece.

Tips for Crocheting Christmas Ornaments

Crocheting Christmas ornaments is a fun way to get in the festive mood! And handmade decorations feel more homey don’t you think? I want your Holidays to feel extra special. So, here are some tips to help you create beautiful crochet ornaments that will last year after year.

• Choose the Right Yarn: Opt for yarns that hold their shape well, like cotton or acrylic blends. Yarns with a bit of sparkle can add a festive touch to your ornaments.
• Use a Smaller Hook: Using a hook slightly smaller than recommended for your yarn weight can result in tighter stitches, which is ideal for ornaments that need to keep their shape over time.
• Incorporate Stiffening Techniques: To ensure your ornaments hold up, consider using a fabric stiffener or a homemade solution of water and glue to stiffen them after completion. Note: Make sure to dry them properly before use!
• Add Personal Touches: Embellish your ornaments with beads, sequins, or embroidery to make them unique. Personalizing ornaments can make them cherished keepsakes.
• Secure Attachments: If your ornament includes small parts or attachments, make sure they are securely fastened, especially if children will handle them, or pets can get to them.

By following these tips, you’ll create stunning crochet ornaments that will have a quality to them that no store bought decorations can replicate.

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What you will need for your Mini Moose Candy Cane Ornament Crochet Pattern

Gauge:   

4 rounds of sc = 1.5 inches diameter

Gauge Pattern:       

Create a Magic Ring
Round 1:     6sc in the ring (6)
Round 2:     2sc in each st (12)
Round 3:     *sc, 2sc* 6 times (18)
Round 4:    *sc in the next 2 sts, 2sc* 6 times (24)

Abbreviations:

BLO	Back Loop Only
ch	chain
FLO	Front Loop Only
hdc	half double crochet
sc	single crochet
scdec	single crochet decrease
ss	slip stitch
st(s)	stich(es)
*to*	repeat the sequence between the ** the number of times indicated

Special Stitches & Techniques: 

Magic ring
Embroider Nose
Sleepy Eye – (if not using safety eyes/flat back pearls)
How to Close the Head and Begin the Body

Notes:

• #sc (eg. 2sc, 3sc, etc) shows the number of scs to be completed in the indicated st
• sts listed within brackets are to be worked in the same st.  Eg. (Sc, hdc)
• I highly recommend using a stitch marker to help keep track of the rounds
• All rounds will be continuous (unless otherwise stated).
• When changing colours, end off previous colour unless noted otherwise.

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Check out the Candy Cane Ornament Collection in a 16 Pattern Bundle on Ravelry or Etsy!

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Start your Moose Candy Cane Ornament Crochet Pattern

Step-by-step instructions and stitch tutorials included

Mini Moose Ornament Body/Head:

The head/body is created in continuous rounds beginning with the head

Using Brown, create a Magic Ring

Round 1:    6sc in the ring (6)
Round 2:    *2sc* 6 times (12)
Round 3:    *sc, 2sc* 6 times (18)
Round 4:    *sc in the next 2 sts, 2sc* 6 times (24)
Rounds 5-10:    sc in each st (24)
Round 11:    *sc in the next 2 sts, scdec* 6 times (18)
Round 12:    *sc in the next st, scdec* 6 times (12)
See Video for assistance with the next 2 Rounds
Round 13:    FLO for the entire round, sc in each st (12), do not end off…

• Place a stitch marker in the loop on your hook to keep it from pulling out.
• Place on a flat surface with the top of the head facing away from you and the last stitch sitting at the far right (far left if left handed) and ‘flatten’ the head down. 
• If using – add safety eyes to Round 7 approx 4 sts apart
• Lightly stuff the head.  Flatten the head down.
• Using a scrap piece of yarn and starting with the first and last st of Round 13, mattress stitch in the back loops of Round 12, across the opening.
• Continue working Round 14 from where you left off after Round 13.

Round 14:    creating the arm holes *ch5, sc in the next 6 sts* twice (12 + 10chs) 
Round 15:    *sc in the next 5 chs, sc in the next 6 sts* twice (22)
Round 16:    *sc in the next 9 sts, scdec* twice (20)
Rounds 17-18:    sc in each st (20)
Round 19:    *sc in the next 8 sts, scdec* twice (18)
Rounds 20-23:    sc in each st (18)
End off, by slip stitching to the next st, weave in end.

Mini Moose Ornament Muzzle:

The muzzle is worked from the tip back, in continuous rounds.

Using Brown, create a Magic Ring

Round 1:     6sc in the Ring (6)   
Round 2:     *2sc* 6 times (12)
Round 3:    *sc in the next 5, 2sc* (14)
Round 4:    sc in each st (14)
Round 5:    *scdec* 3 times, sc in the next 8 sts (11)
Mark the 2nd dec from Round 5 (this indicates the bottom/centre of the muzzle).  End off, leaving a 12” tail for sewing.  

Mini Moose Ornament Ears (make 2):

Made in a joined oval round.

Using Brown, ch 4

Round 1:    sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, 3sc in last ch, turn (rotate) and begin working in the back of the ch, hdc, sc, join to first sc (7)
End off, leaving a 9” tail for sewing.  

Mini Moose Ornament Antlers (make 2):

Created in 1 Row with 2 ‘branches’.  

Using Light Brown, ch 9

Row 1:      (main antler) ss in the 2nd ch from the hook, ss in the next 2 chs, (to make 1st ‘branch’ of antler) ch 3, ss into the 2nd ch from the hook, ss in the next st, (back to the main antler), ss in the next 2 chs, (to make 2nd ‘branch’ of antler) ch 3, ss into the 2nd ch from the hook, ss in the next st, (back to the main antler), ss in the next 2 chs.
End off, leaving a 4” tail for sewing

Mini Moose Ornament Tail:

Created in 1 joined oval round.

Using Brown, ch 3

Round 1:      sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 3sc in the last ch, turn and begin working in the bottom of the starting ch, sc in the last ch, join to the first st (4)
End off, leaving a 6” tail for sewing

Mini Moose Ornament Scarf:

Created in a ch.

Using Green, ch 35

End off, cut ends close to beginning and end of chain.

Make a Mini Moose Crochet Ornament for Canada Day!

Alternative: Curly Cue Arms/Legs (make 2, if not using candy canes):

Created in 1 row

Using Colour of  Choice, ch 36

Row 1:  3sc in the 2nd ch from the hook, 3sc in each of the next 34chs (105)
End off, Sew on bells if desired, Weave in ends

Sewing Placement – I highly recommend pinning ALL parts in place BEFORE sewing to make sure everything sits properly and is to your liking 🙂

Eyes (if not using safety eyes): Hot glue on the flat backed pearl or embroider eye/sleepy eye at approx. Round 7, 4 sts apart.  See video for assistance

Muzzle: With the stitch marker at the bottom/centre of muzzle, place the muzzle centred just below the eyes between Rounds 9-12 of the head.  Sew in place along Round 5 of the muzzle.

Ears: Place on either side of the head between Rounds 4-5. Sew in place.

Antlers: Place on either side of Rounds 2-3.  Sew in place.

Tail: Place the tail centred at the back of the body on Rounds 20-21.  Sew along the starting chain of the tail.

Scarf: Tie in place around the neck.

Ornament Hanger Cut a piece of twine approx 6” long.  Sew through the top of the head.  Tie a knot.

Arms/Legs: Add your mini candy canes or curly cues  into the holes made in Round 14 of the Head/Body.

Congratulations!

You have now completed your Mini Moose Candy Cane Ornament Crochet Pattern.

What to do with the Mini Moose Candy Cane Ornament?

This is a quick crochet pattern to make a super cute mini moose amigurumi! They look great hanging on your Christmas tree, but there’s other options too.

• Use it as a unique gift topper for holiday presents.
• Include it in stocking stuffers for family and friends.
• Give it as a handmade teacher’s gift during the holidays.
• Decorate your workspace or office desk to get in the festive mood.
• Add it to a holiday wreath or garland for fun and giggles.
• Use it as a party favour at Christmas gatherings.
• Attach it to a bottle of wine or jar of treats as a hostess gift.
• Incorporate it into a centrepiece for your holiday table.
• Gift it on Canada Day to celebrate with a Canadian touch.
• Make them as crafty gifts for your child(ren)’s whole class!

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Check out my other crochet candy cane ornament patterns!

• Santa
• Snowman  
• Reindeer  
• Kitty  
• Dinosaur  
• Unicorn  
• Bear  
• Puppy  
• Mrs Claus  
• Elf  
• Mouse  
• Moose
• Gingerbread Boy  
• Gingerbread Girl  
• Penguin  
• Giraffe