Sweet Crochet Gift Ideas For Babies

Having new members of your family on the way? They need a proper crochet gift, too! Whether it’s you, who is expecting, or someone dear to your heart, be sure to make something really special this year.
Will it be the first crochet toy, or adorable baby mobile, it will most definitely stay in the hearts of the family. Search through your stash basket and find yarns to work with this time, because Christmas will be here sooner than you think! Take a look at examples below to check the current trends and search for links to free patterns under the pictures.
You may like also these projects:
Cloud and Sun Teething Ring
Modern toys are so cute, and this teething ring by Elisa is a great example. A cloud with a sun is quite an unusual choice for a toy, but it looks amazing! Of course, a little bit of embroidery is necessary to add cuteness, but the whole thing is very easy to make. Take a look at the photos below and imagine this toy in your baby’s nursery!
- DESIGNED by Elisa Sartori
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
photos by Elisa Sartori / ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on elisascrochet.com, or read more about it on ravelry.com.
Sleepy Bunny Teething Ring
Have you seen these wooden rings at the store? I’ve seen them and wasn’t sure what they are for, but then I saw handmade teething rings! This one by Ana Carolina features a very easy to make amigurumi bunny, so every beginner will be able to make it. When you are finished, grab a little bit of black thread and embroider eyes and nose to add more character!
- DESIGNED by Ana Carolina Figueiredo
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
photos by Ana Carolina Figueiredo / ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on littlecrochetfarm.com, or read more about it on ravelry.com.
Little Monstera Teething Ring
I love this beautiful project! Tamara Kelly is the creator of this practical and aesthetic baby tool. As you can see on the pictures below, The Little Monstera Teething Ring is a trendy wooden teether with the addition of a 100% cotton leaf that you can easily wash. Creativity at its finest!
- DESIGNED by Tamara Kelly
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
photos by Quirky Mama Creations / ravelry.com
Find this free pattern on mooglyblog.com, or read more about it on ravelry.com.
Bernat Oh Baby Spring Alphabet Crochet Pillows
What a stunning designer crochet pattern! You can use it to create letter pillows to decorate kids room or upgrade your decor. Just take a look at these pictures below, isn’t it lovely? Choose the colors you like and have fun while crocheting it!
- DESIGNED by Yarnspirations Design Studio
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
photos by Yarnspirations Design Studio / yarnspirations.com
Find this free pattern on yarnspirations.com.
Educational Baby Ball
This cute baby ball is a great way to teach your kiddos about animals and anything else that you crochet on it. It’s soft and squishy, so it won’t hurt your kid while throwing the ball. So cute!
- DESIGNED by Patricia Heller
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Go to the pattern:
Spin Balls
Playing and throwing the ball is one of the most popular children plays. This crochet spin ball is perfectly safe for your kiddo, you can stuff it with cotton wool, or buckwheat, to add some weight.
- DESIGNED by Abigail Gonzalez, Chanteuse Crochet
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Go to the pattern:
Party Panda Rings
Those adorable panda rings are perfectly safe to play with by toddlers and even newborns! If you’re expecting, or want to gift them to future parents, go fot it! It will be not only a great toy, but also a priceless memory of childhood in the future!
- DESIGNED by Alexa Templeton
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
PHOTOS by Alexa Templeton
Dinosaur Amigurumi
Who’d said, that dinosaurs aren’t real? Almost every kiddo would be delighted to see one and play with it – and they can! And the best part it, that those crocheted ones are perfectly safe and sound, squishy and just adorable. Rawr!
- DESIGNED by StringyDingDing
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Elon Stargazer
This adorable amigurumi cat will make every kid smile and be a great company to play with. It looks as if it is real! If you want to gift this lovely cat to a little baby, change up plastic eyes for embroidery to avoid choking hazard.
- DESIGNED by Payton Sage
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
Snowman Granny Hexagon Lovey Free For A Limited Time!
If there isn’t snow outside, make a snowman by yourself at home! Happy crocheted snowman will bring pure joy into your kids lives. They are perfectly safe even for the littlest ones. If you want to gift them to siblings, just change their cute hat color.
- DESIGNED by Crochet at Teri’s
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL upper beginner
PHOTOS by Crochet at Teri’s
Pocket Panda
Cute, soft pandas will make a great, timeless toy, which will last your kiddos for years. Even when they’ll get older, they will remember those cuties that you’ve crocheted for them. If you want to gift this squishy panda to a baby, change up plastic eyes for embroidery to avoid choking hazard.
- DESIGNED by Spin a Yarn Crochet
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Pocket Panda Free Crochet Pattern
Baby Mouse Amigurumi
These adorable baby mice are quite easy to make and look as if they are ready for winter. Cute striped outfits and comfy scarves make them perfect festive decor as well. If you are planning to give it to a baby, please change up plastic safety eyes for embroidery to avoid choking hazard.
- DESIGNED by Svetlana Bolotova
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
PHOTOS by Svetlana Bolotova
Moon Cycle Mobile
Beginners can make amazing gifts, too! This lovely minimal baby mobile will look fantastic in modern nursery. All you need is basic skills and wooden beads. It works up fast, so you can make trendy home decor in no time!
- DESIGNED by Bethany Dearden
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Bethany Dearden
Sleepy Preemie Octopus
Curly crocheted octopi legs are said to have calming properties for preemies, because they remind babies their safe life inside mommy’s belly. Such easy amigurumi can be made in no time, and I’m sure bigger babies will be happy to receive one as well!
- DESIGNED by Elvira Herrera
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Elvira Herrera
Bumblebee
Fun plump bumblebee is a timeless toy, that will be cherished for years! It’s easy to make, so if you are a beginner, try it. We recommend using embroidery instead of plastic safety eyes to avoid choking hazard.
- DESIGNED by Hooked by Robin
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Hooked by Robin
Crochet caterpillar
This sweet caterpillar in the pictures below is a really adorable toy and such a huggable cushion at the same time time! All you need to know are basic crochet stitches that are usually used for amigurumi. The finished size of this sweet caterpillar is 28 cm long (approx. 11 inches).
- DESIGNED by Halime Özel
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Halime Özel / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on Ravelry.
Crochet bunny pattern
These adorable bunnies look so friendly and adorable! I mean, just take a look at the pictures below, how sweet are they? You can easily make them into a sweet gift for your kiddos, they will love them! It’s a great way to use up any yarn scraps and enjoy a zero waste toy.
- DESIGNED by Hooked by Robin
- THIS VERSION is by stacys_stitches
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by stacys_stitches / Instagram.com
Find original free pattern on acraftyconcept.com, or read more about it on Instagram.
Solar System Play Mat
Our Solar System is really extraordinary, mysterious and magical! This incredible play mat in the pictures below will allow your kiddos to learn in a fun and easy to memorize way about the space and planets in space! It’s perfectly safe and looks so cool!
- DESIGNED by Ankita Palit
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Ankita Palit / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on YouTube, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Car and Road Play mat
This cool play mat in the pictures below is a super quick amigurumi pattern, that is very easy to follow and will provide endless hours of fun to your kids! Crochet these cars along with the Road Play, that is also a drawstring bag, so all the toys will stay in one place!
- DESIGNED by Jenila Mathialagan
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Jenila Mathialagan / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on YouTube, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Elephant and balloons baby mobile pattern
I can’t get over how incredibly cute this crochet elephant is! Baby mobile is such a classic when it comes to furnish your baby nursery. It doesn’t just look adorable, but it also really helps with the brain and sight development, especially, if you use contrasting, vibrant colors!
- DESIGNED by octopuscrochetdesign
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by octopuscrochetdesign / Instagram.com
Find original free pattern on octopuscrochetdesign.com, the top photo is here and the bottom photo is here.
Claire the Caterpillar
Claire is a very friendly and super fun caterpillar, that loves to spend time with kiddos and explore the outside world (which we all could use more of right now, am I right?). It’s is totally safe for younger kiddos, as long as you don’t use any plastic elements! Happy crocheting and don’t forget to let me know in the comments which colors you’ve chosen!
- DESIGNED by Cuddly Stitches Craft
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Cuddly Stitches Craft / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on cuddlystitchescraft.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Ball
This adorable crochet ball in the pictures below will be absolutely perfect for your baby to play with! Take a look at it and imagine how fun it will be for your baby! It’s totally safe and will be super helpful with vision development, especially if you go for contrasting colors.
- DESIGNED by Durable Yarn
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Durable Yarn / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on durableyarn.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Rainbow baby rattle
These adorable rattles are just in time to make a last – minute baby shower gift, that the future parents will absolutely love! Such rattle is simple timeless and you can make it in so many color combinations, it’s incredible! The size is just about right for little hands and helps baby to develop sensory awareness.
- DESIGNED by crochetclubstore
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by crochetclubstore/ Instagram.com
Find original free pattern on crochetclub.store.com, the photos are here.
Poppy bunny pacifier clip
Pacifiers doesn’t have to look boring, on the contrary, they can be really adorable! Take a look at this sweet pacifier clip in the pictures below – it will make the pacifier not only so much more lovely and attractive to your baby to play with, but it will never get lost ever again!
- DESIGNED by Jeanne Gamain
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Jeanne Gamain / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on Ravelry.
Kawaii Baby Pacifier Clip
Have you ever made a pacifier clip? If not, you really have to check out these adorable and super simple patterns in the pictures below! Really, there’s nothing better than a small handmade gift to celebrate a birth and these clips are perfect for a quick gift to the new parents! What’s more, this pattern respects the European norms stipulating that the cord of the pacifier clips must not exceed 22cm in length.
- DESIGNED by Jennifer Santos
- PROJECT TYPE crochet gift
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
PHOTOS by Jennifer Santos / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on hobii.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Babyfryd – Sensory Cube
Give the baby something, that will help stimulate the senses and motor skills, as well as develop a healthy curiosity. When such gift is handcrafted, it becomes even more precious. The crochet Sensory Cube is an amazing idea for that baby shower gift. Cute animal motifs, safe mirroring surface, fun colors, this baby toy contains everything that babies and new parents will definitely appreciate.
- DESIGNED by Hobby
- PROJECT TYPE baby toy
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos by Hobbii / hobbii.com
Find original free pattern on hobbii.com.
Horse Toy
A rocking horse is a classic childhood item. If, however, you wish to replace it if something more squishy and let’s face it, more fit for home, check this horse toy crochet pattern. With it you can create a cute little horse on button wheels. It gives such cozy countryside vibes and will make a perfect Christmas gift or ornament. Mix and match yarn and buttons color for more options.
- DESIGNED by Elisa’s Crochet
- PROJECT TYPE baby toy
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Elisa’s Crochet / elisascrochet.com
Find original free pattern on elisascrochet.com.
Unicorn Stacking Toy
A crochet project perfect for newbies that will make a great gift for the newbies in the family. That’s exactly what the unicorn stacking toy by Emilia Andersson is. Super easy to craft, super fun to have for the baby. You can personalise the design with different colors and handcraft as many rings as you wish. What’s amazing, is that such toy is perfectly safe for babies, being made with organic yarn and consisting no harmful materials or parts.
- DESIGNED by Emilia Andersson
- PROJECT TYPE baby toy
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Emilia Andersson / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on swecraftcorner.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Penguin Stacking Toy
Safe, fun and cute, those are words that should describe all baby toys. Elisa’s Crochet pattern meets all the requirements and in addition, it is a beginner friendly pattern. If you are new to parenting, or even just babies in general, but also new to crocheting, this is a project for you. Very basic stitches and simple design are the way to success. If you feel adventurous, go ahead and experiment with yarn textures, sizes and even colors. Because in the world of baby toys penguins can be colorful!
- DESIGNED by Elisa’s Crochet
- PROJECT TYPE baby toy
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos by Elisa’s Crochet / elisascrochet.com
Find original free pattern on elisascrochet.com.
Extra Large Fidget Toy
Developing baby’s brain needs a lot of stimuli, both in color and in shape. This extra large fidget toy designed by Mary Beth Temple would be a great gift for a newborn baby. The unusual size makes it safe for the baby and prevents one from getting hurt by it. Vibrant colors are an eye catching addition, while the fun textures keep those little hands occupied and curious.
- DESIGNED by Mary Beth Temple
- PROJECT TYPE fidget toy
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL beginner
Photos Mary Beth Temple / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on hookedforlifepublishing.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Danny the Deer Toy
Meet Danny, a cute plush deer toy that will be happy to accompany a cute baby that needs a bedtime softie. Right from the Yarnspirations Design Studio to the nursery, Danny comes with loads of cuteness and snuggliness. This could be a true heirloom one day, as such childhood toys are to be kept and cherished forever, especially those handcrafted.
- DESIGNED by Yarnspirations Design Studio
- PROJECT TYPE softie toy
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos Yarnspirations Design Studio / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on yarnspirations.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.