Crochet Baby Loveys – The Best Free Patterns
The loveys are a must have for a baby. It can be just a little blanket but it can also be a plushy toy with a wide surface to hug. It’s so joyful and beautiful to see a newborn falling asleep with its favorite lovey.
There are many different designs and you can use all possible techniques. It used to be just one favorite lovey but now your baby can have as many favorites ones as it wants and also as many as you wish to make! Take a look at examples below and search for links to free patterns under the pictures.
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Square Crochet Loveys – Free Patterns
Baby Bunny Lovey
This super sweet bunny lovey in the pictures below was made by Kylee Keller and it’s such a sweet toy and soothing lovey for your baby! It’s also a full of love baby shower gift, so make sure to check this one out. It’s made out of a granny square, so it’s super fast to crochet!
- DESIGNED by: Kylee Keller
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: upper beginner
PHOTOS by Kylee Keller / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on okiegirlblingnthings.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Sleepy Bunny Lovey
Bunnies are very common to become baby toys. The main reason for it is that the first thing that comes to mind is their incredible softness. This is exactly why they are perfect for newborns. This cute lovey additionally has a sleepy face to encourage the baby to do the same – such a great idea!
- DESIGNED by: Crochetpedia
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: upper beginner
Free pattern for this toy can be found here on crochetpedia.com, and more info is on its Ravelry page.
Posey The Bunny
This delicate, subtle bunny is absolutely the cutest, right? Moreover, you can make him in almost no time, as it is a very simple and easy to follow pattern. Therefore let’s not wast time and crochet this sweetie!
- DESIGNED by: Sarah Watson
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: intermediate
The full article about the free pattern and photos are here on stitchandhound.com. More info on Ravelry is here.
Classic Crochet Loveys – Free Patterns
Gingerbread Lovey
This sweet crochet lovey in the pictures below was made by Christina Ryan and it’s such a sweet little toy! There’s nothing better to help soothe your baby than such soft and squishy lovey. Just remember to replace any plastic elements with embroidery when gifting it to a baby!
- DESIGNED by: Christina Ryan
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: upper beginner
PHOTOS by Christina Ryan/ ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on creativesnugglies.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Elephant Lovey
This sweet, little elephant in the pictures below is just the perfect cuddling companion for little ones! It’s a beginner – friendly project with many photos and detailed description, but is also enjoyable for more experienced crocheters. It’s a lovely holiday gift!
- DESIGNED by: Loops and Love Crochet
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: upper beginner
PHOTOS by Loops and Love Crochet / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on loopsandlovecrochet.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Old and New Friends Baby Lovey
Isn’t this little crochet lovey in the pictures below just adorable? It’s perfect for for old and new friends alike! It’s made with amigurumi head and Tunisian crocheted star, it’s a fun make with some variety. It uses only two different color yarns.
- DESIGNED by: Boy Mom Crochet Life
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: upper beginner
PHOTOS by Boy Mom Crochet Life / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on boymomcrochetlife.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Melly Teddy Ragdoll
These adorable crochet ragdolls in the pictures below were made by Melanie Grobler and they’re so squishy and super soft, so they will make the best friends for your kiddos! As you can see, they make the best little crew, so make sure to crochet them both!
- DESIGNED by: Melanie Grobler
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: upper beginner
PHOTOS by Melanie Grobler / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on Ravelry.
Katerina Kitty Cat Lovey
This adorable lovey in the pictures below was made by Crystal Marin and it’s such a sweet addition to your baby nursery! It will surely help your baby calm down, so if you’re looking for a classic looking lovey for soothing your little one, this is going to be perfect for you! The finished size is 14” tall; 15”-17” skirt width.
- DESIGNED by: Crystal Marin
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: upper beginner
PHOTOS by Crystal Marin / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on christacodesign.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Spike the Pig Lovey
Lovey is essentially a mini-blanket with amigurumi head, and this sweet pig is an unusual one! That’s because the blanket part is in the semi-circle shape, so it looks a little bit different than other loveys. The best part, though, is that this project is very simple, so even beginners will be able to do it.
- DESIGNED by: Erin Shirley
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
The full article about the free pattern and photos are here on auburnelephant.com. More info on Ravelry is here.
Rupert the Duck Lovey
This sweet duck lovey uses half-circular shape of the blanket to its biggest advantage. Addition of little scalloped elements on the edges is a cute way to simulate duck’s wings.
- DESIGNED by: Erin Shirley
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
The full article about the free pattern and photos are here on auburnelephant.com. More info on Ravelry is here.
Peek-A-Boo Bear Crochet Lovey
This lovely bear with a calm ocean blue design will make any baby asleep because of the relaxing atmosphere that it brings. The colors are very symmetric in a whole toy, but the bear has different legs and ears which makes it so unique and interesting. It’s has a big potential to become a favourite toy!
- DESIGNED by: Rich Textures Crochet
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: beginner
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Beehive Baby
Adorable yellow bee will always shine like a ray of sun, bringing cheerfulness to your baby’s nursery. This lovely security blanket combines amigurumi with soft mini-blanket. Bobbly structure of the surface provide sensory stimuli and helps baby learn and grow.
- DESIGNED by: Raffaella Tassoni
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: intermediate
Go to the pattern:
Toy-like Baby Loveys Crochet Patterns
Melly Teddy Ragdoll Luna the Witch CAL (Free Till the end of CAL)
These adorable loveys are a CAL project, that started September 22 and the pattern will be released in 6 parts in over 3 weeks. Until the end of the CAL, the project is free, after it will be monetized. Make sure to crochet it in time for Halloween!
- DESIGNED by: Melanie Grobler
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: intermediate
PHOTOS by Melanie Grobler / Ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on mandmcrochetdesigns.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Melly Teddy Ragdoll Bonnie & Clyde Horse
These sweet ragdoll horses are always happy and very cheerful, because they have the best life ever! Your kiddo would absolutely love these fellows to play with and take them everywhere!
- DESIGNED by: Melanie Grobler
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: intermediate
The full article about the free pattern and the photos is here. More info on ravelry is here.
Melly Teddy Ragdoll Giant Panda Bear
If you’re looking for a new cute lovey for your kid, this one will be absolutely perfect! It’s soft, adorable and quite easy to make. This panda will also make a stunning gift!
- DESIGNED by: Melanie Grobler
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: intermediate
Go to the pattern:
Melly Teddy Ragdoll Giant Panda Bear see more here
Melly Teddy Ragdoll Snowman
Every kid would easily fall asleep having such lovely, soft loveys next to themselves. Change their hat colors and make them unique! If you’re giving it to a baby, replace plastic eyes for embroidery for safety reasons.
- DESIGNED by: Melanie Grobler
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: intermediate
Go to the pattern:
Melly Teddy Ragdoll Snowman see more here
Melly Teddy Ragdoll Rainbow Unicorn
This magical teddy is easier to make thank you think! All you need to know are basic amigurumi techniques. Add beautiful applique on the belly or use it separately, decorating other items!
- DESIGNED by: Melanie Grobler
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: upper beginner
Go to the pattern:
Melly Teddy Ragdoll Rainbow Unicorn
Happy the Hippo Lovey
On look at this hippo snuggly toy and we are already getting sleepy. The halp security blanket, half crochet toy is an ultimate bedtime companion. The cuddly little Happy the Hippo Lovey will become a crucial part of the nightime routine, that is for sure. The simple to follow crochet pattern will ensure you handcraft it easily. Experiment with colors to match the nursery decor.
- DESIGNED by: Cuddly Stitches Craft
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: upper beginner
Photos by Cuddly Stitches Craft / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on cuddlystitchescraft.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Christmas Bear Lovey
The holiday season is surely special, therefore it deserves a really special snuggle toy as well. Christmas Bear Lovely is everything this time of the year stands for. It is adorable and soft, styled with a Santa hat and it offers lots of cuteness and hugs. This is so much fun to make and lovely to have. That’s why prepare yourself for the situation where every single kid you know will want one.
- DESIGNED by: Yarn over with Natasha Smuts
- PROJECT TYPE: toy
- CRAFT: crochet
- SKILL LEVEL: intermediate
Photos by Yarn over with Natasha Smuts / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on hyarnoverwithnatasha.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
Bunny Lovey
This bunny lovey has been tested on kids and the test was straight positive! Don’t worry, no harm was done to anyone, just lots of cuteness and snuggles was given to the adorable little tester. Erin Sharp has created a great guide on how to crochet the lovely bunny part so that the bunny part is nice and tight, and the blanket part is lightweight and soft. Play around with size and colors to create a very special lovey.
- DESIGNED by Erin Sharp
- PROJECT TYPE lovey
- CRAFT crochet
- SKILL LEVEL intermediate
Photos Erin Sharp / ravelry.com
Find original free pattern on cookiesnobcrochet.com, or read more about it on Ravelry.
