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Knit your way into the holiday season with these knitted reindeer patterns. Make festive pieces for decoration, gifting, or cozy corners.
Reindeer have a way of making festive feel a little more magical, and knitting them gives you plenty of room to bring that feeling into your own space. From tiny reindeer figures for the mantel to festive pieces you can gift, these patterns let you play with warm yarn colors, little antlers, scarves, and seasonal details. Whether you want to add something handmade to your decorations or create a cozy corner filled with holiday characters. There is Knitted Reindeer Patterns to keep your needles busy and your festive spirit going.
Knitted Reindeer Pattern
1. Rex The Reindeer
Meet Rex The Reindeer by Jenny Stacey, a cheerful little knitting project with plenty of festive personality. His antlers, tiny features, and classic reindeer shape make him a fun piece to work on and a great handmade character for your holiday collection. The pattern uses DK yarn (11 WPI) with US 3–3.25 mm needles and is suitable for beginner to intermediate knitters. Add your own color choices to give Rex a different look, or stick with traditional Christmas shades for a classic finish.
2. Knitted Reindeer
Bring a little woodland character to your Christmas crafting with Knitted Reindeer by Creative Neats. The pattern is worked in DK yarn (11 WPI) with US 4–3.5 mm needles, and a gauge of 23 stitches and 30 rows per 10 cm helps keep the finished piece consistent. With its reindeer-inspired details and manageable construction, it makes an enjoyable project for adding a handmade figure to your seasonal setup. You can also switch up the yarn shades to create reindeer in different colors for a playful holiday display.
3. Exclusive Christmas Reindeer
For knitters who enjoy a project with a little more to work through, Exclusive Christmas Reindeer by Sachiyo Ishii combines shaping with classic knitting techniques to create a detailed festive figure. This advanced-level pattern uses DK / 8 ply yarn and US 4 / 3.5 mm straight needles. You’ll work with basic shaping, garter stitch, and stocking stitch as the reindeer takes form. The finished piece can stand out among your Christmas decorations or be given to someone who appreciates handmade knitted characters.
4. Festive Reindeer Toy
The Festive Reindeer Toy by Sachiyo Ishii has a sweet, toy-like shape that makes it a fun project for the Christmas season. This intermediate-level pattern uses DK / 8 ply yarn with US 3 / 3.25 mm needles. The construction relies mainly on knitting, allowing the little reindeer to gradually take shape as you work through the pattern. Once finished, it can become part of a Christmas display, join a collection of handmade toys, or make a thoughtful seasonal gift.
5. Little Christmas Reindeer ‘Rudolfino’
Small in size but full of festive character, Little Christmas Reindeer “Rudolfino” by Abigail Orlando is a lovely project for knitters who enjoy creating tiny seasonal figures. The pattern uses Fingering yarn (14 WPI) with US 2–2.75 mm needles, giving the reindeer a neat, delicate finish. Its compact design makes it a fun addition to a Christmas display. Intermediate-level knitters can enjoy working through the smaller details and shaping that bring Rudolfino to life.
6. Easy Christmas Reindeer
New to knitting festive figures? Easy Christmas Reindeer by Sachiyo Ishii keeps the project approachable with a beginner-level construction. It uses DK / 8 ply yarn with US 6 / 4.0 mm straight needles, along with basic shaping and stocking stitch. The straightforward techniques let you focus on forming the reindeer and adding its seasonal details without taking on an overly complicated project. It’s a nice way to make your first handmade Christmas character or add a quick knitted piece to your holiday decor.
7. Quick Reindeer Toy
Need a project that keeps your needles moving without taking over your crafting time? Quick Reindeer Toy by Amanda Berry combines a compact design with techniques that help shape the finished figure. This intermediate-level pattern calls for DK / 8 ply yarn, US 5 / 3.75 mm straight and double-pointed needles, and uses stocking stitch and i-cord. Make one reindeer for a small Christmas arrangement or knit a few in different shades for a coordinated group.
8. Reindeer Ornament
Turn your Christmas tree into a handmade showcase with the Reindeer Ornament by Au bout du pré. This compact pattern is worked in Sport yarn (12 WPI) with US 3–3.25 mm needles, using a gauge of 30 stitches and 40 rows per 10 cm for a neat finish. The smaller scale makes it well suited to ornament making, whether you want to hang one from the tree or create a set in different colors. Intermediate-level knitters can enjoy the shaping and detailed finish while working on this festive little project.
9. Mini Santa and Reindeer
A tiny holiday duo can bring plenty of personality to a seasonal display, and Mini Santa and Reindeer by Sachiyo Ishii gives you both in one knitting project. The pattern uses DK yarn (11 WPI) with US 2½–3.0 mm needles and has a gauge of 24 stitches and 34 rows per 10 cm. Its small scale makes these figures easy to arrange on a mantel, shelf, or Christmas table, while the matching Santa and reindeer make a fun pair to knit and display together. Intermediate-level knitters can work through the shaping and details to give each little character its own festive look.
10. Reindeer Family Ornaments
Give your Christmas tree a whole reindeer crew with Reindeer Family Ornaments by Sara Glavas. This set uses DK yarn (11 WPI) and calls for US 3–3.25 mm and US 5–3.75 mm needles, giving you different needle options for shaping the pieces. The family-style theme makes these ornaments especially fun to knit, as you can create a coordinated group rather than a single character. Intermediate-level knitters can enjoy adding the finished figures to the tree, gift wrapping, or a festive garland.
11. Winter Wonderland tea cozy
Turn tea time into a little winter scene with the Winter Wonderland Tea Cozy by Claire Garland. Worked in DK yarn (11 WPI) on US 3–3.25 mm needles, the pattern has a gauge of 22 stitches and 31 rows per 10 cm in stockinette stitch. The cozy gives you a practical knitting project with plenty of seasonal character, making it a lovely way to dress up your teapot for Christmas gatherings. Intermediate-level knitters can enjoy working through the design while adding a handmade detail to a festive table setting.
12. Reindeer
Bring a woodland-inspired character to your knitting basket with Reindeer by Claire Garland. Worked in Sport yarn (12 WPI) with fine US 0 / 2.0 mm needles, this pattern has a gauge of 10.5 stitches and 13 rows per 2.5 cm in stockinette stitch. The smaller needle size is suited to creating a more defined finish, giving the reindeer its shape and detail. Intermediate-level knitters can enjoy taking their time with the finer construction and turning the separate knitted sections into a distinctive festive figure.
13. Knit Reindeer
Give your holiday knitting a classic reindeer project with Knit Reindeer by Amy Gaines. The pattern uses Worsted yarn (9 WPI) with US 4 / 3.5 mm needles, making it a comfortable choice for knitters who enjoy working with a slightly fuller yarn. The reindeer shape gives you plenty of room to bring out the features with your color and finishing choices. Intermediate-level knitters can make this a festive handmade figure for a shelf, mantel, or Christmas display.
14. Relaxing Reindeer
Slow down with a calming seasonal project like Relaxing Reindeer by Knitting by Post. Worked in DK yarn (11 WPI) with US 2½–3.0 mm needles, the pattern has a gauge of 26 stitches and 33 rows per 10 cm, giving you a useful reference for keeping the finished piece consistent. The gentle reindeer theme makes it a lovely knit for quiet evenings when you want something festive without rushing through the project. Intermediate-level knitters can enjoy building the shape and details before giving the finished piece a spot in their Christmas display.
