15 Free Crochet Baby Rattle Patterns
Having a baby? These crochet baby rattle patterns are perfect for making rattles that your little one can hold, shake, and even chew on. Rattles are a great project for beginners and experienced crocheters alike. These handmade toys introduce babies to manipulative play, while also encouraging eye-hand coordination, fine motor skills, and language development. With the 15 crochet baby rattle patterns in this book, you will find plenty of adorable toy options. Tiny fingers love to squeeze, shake, and twirl yarn!
Crochet toy rattle patterns are just right for little hands. Your crochet skills have never been more important–to put them to good use and make the most adorable toys your little ones will love. They are perfect-sized toys for little hands to have and hold, making them fun rattles. The rattle patterns come in a range of shapes and designs that are sure to please any parent looking for gift ideas. These crochet patterns will give you lots of ideas on how to make a toy that you can personalize with your baby’s name, favorite color, or other special details. They also have textured designs and some have different types of yarn so your child can enjoy them in all kinds of weather!
Baby Teether With Bunny Ears
This crochet baby teether is a perfect gift for a baby shower, birthday, or just to give to your own little one. Easy to hold and fun to play with, this adorable monkey is a great toy for your child. The pattern is easy to follow and only requires basic crochet skills – it will be a quick knit project that anyone can make! The teether is made from soft and strong wool in bright colors. It has a rattle inside to stimulate the baby’s hearing senses and will aid in developing their fine motor skills. The shape of the ring makes it easy for the baby to grab onto easily.
MATERIALS:
Original yarn: Kid`s cotton (100% mercerized cotton, 330m/361 yds per 100 g skein) about 10 grams.
Alternative yarn: Drops Safran, Yarn Art Jeans, ALİZE COTTON GOLD, GAZAL BABY COTTON, or any yarn with approx. yardage.
Crochet hook – 2 mm
Wooden ring diameter 5-7 cm (2-3 inches)
Scissors
Tapestry needle to sew in ends.
Time – about 1 hour
Baby Rattle Teether Amigurumi
Welcome to this soft and fluffy bunnies’ world! Bunny is made using a very pleasant-to-touch yarn of 50% acrylic and 50% cotton, which makes it not only very soft but also babies’ skin safe. This handmade baby rattle is made of soft cotton, and it can be used as an activity toy for babies. It’s light so it won’t cause any discomfort or injury while they play with it. This is one of my favorite amigurumi designs, and I hope that you will enjoy making it! The baby rattle is perfect for little hands to hold onto and shake around. Hand wash with lukewarm water and lay flat to dry.
Materials:
- yarn (I use Yarnart jeans)
- a wooden circle (mine has a diameter of 6.5 cm)
- filling, e.g. antiallergic silicone ball
- crochet hook (in my case it is 2.5mm)
- a thick needle with a rounded tip for sewing elements together
- optional rattle to hide in the bunny’s head
Elephant Baby Rattle
This sweet Elephant Baby rattles is a perfect toy for both boys and girls. Its vibrant colors make it easy to spot and its bells make it easy to find. It will provide your little one with many hours of fun as they shake it around, rattle it, or just hold it in their hands while they play with other toys. Complete with a squeaker, the soft plush elephant is sure to keep the baby entertained and happy while developing motor skills and hand-eye coordination. The adorable applique design on the side of the elephant’s face is sure to bring a smile to your little ones’ faces!
MATERIALS
- 3.0-mm (3 USA, 11 UK) Hook
- ~ 32 g of Sport (2, fine) Cotton Yarn. Rio from Lammy Yarns and Schachenmayr Catania.
- Natural Wood Teething Ring, 7 cm (2.8”) diameter
- Two Safety Eyes for Amigurumi
- Tapestry Needle
- Scissors
- Fiberfill or Cotton Stuffing
CROCHET ABBREVIATIONS (US TERMS)
Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
Inc – Increase
Inv Dec – Invisible Decrease
MC – Magic Circle
Sc – Single Crochet
Sl St – Slip Stitch
St – Stitch
Tr – Treble Crochet
Beehive Baby Rattle
The Beehive Baby Rattle is part of a bee-themed set of baby accessories, including the Bee Bumpers (sold separately). Who doesn’t love bees? The texture is made with soft acrylic yarn, which makes it ideal for a baby’s hand. The bee-shaped crochet head and tail make this pattern easy to do while not being boring. This sweet Amigurumi Bee “Beehive” Baby Rattle will make a thoughtful addition to your newborn’s gift basket. This soft and fuzzy bee rattle features brightly colored bees and stripes in yellow and black, with an alligator clip for easy attachment to strollers and carriers. It’s the perfect “grip” toy for keeping little hands busy and developing fine motor skills!
MATERIALS
- 3.0-mm (C USA, 11 UK) Hook
- Sport-Weight (2, Fine) Yarn. I used Rio cotton from Lammy Yarns
- Natural Wood Teething Ring, 7 cm (2.8”) internal diameter
- Two Natural Wood Beads with a diameter of 2.00 cm (0.8”)
- Four Natural Wood Beads with a diameter of 1.00 cm (0.39”)
- One Stitch Marker to Work in the Round
- Tapestry Needle
- Embroidery Needle
- Embroidery Thread for the Eyes and Mouth of the Bee
- Fiberfill or Cotton Stuffing
Leon Baby Rattle
Need a quick, handy little project? Chances are, you have everything you need in your stash to whip up this sweet little rattle. This little guy is great for babies and toddlers, who can shake it around for an instant burst of excitement. The baby loves it and so does Mum! The toy can be used as a rattle, teether, and even as a fun little hand grip. You can use this pattern to make toys for all ages really; babies, kids, and even teens. Each pattern comes with lots of pictures to make sure you have guidance along the way if needed.+
Hattie The Hippo Baby Rattle
Get your baby to sleep with the adorable Hattie Hippo Amigurumi Rattle. The unique combination of a bean bag and squeaking ball makes this toy absolutely mesmerizing for your little one. Hattie the Hippo amigurumi rattle is an adorable addition to your nursery to entertain and soothe a baby. Hattie’s head is worked in the round, which makes it easier to add potpourri into her body. The stem is able to be easily removed for safe clean-up and can be switched to another color if you want to match a nursery or blanket. Hattie has been crocheted from DK yarn so that she will stand up on her own.
Materials
- Yarn: You need a small amount of DK yarn in grey and four colors for the stem of the rattle
- 2.75mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Polyfill stuffing
- Embroidery thread: A small amount of black and white for eyes, eyelashes, and smile
- 24 mm Rattle insert
Abbreviations
This pattern is written in US terms.
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: single crochet
INV DEC: invisible decrease
INC: two SC in the same stitch
Finished size: Approximately 7.5 inches
Carrot Baby Rattle
Easy and fast to crochet, this carrot rattle pattern is perfect for all ages. A quick and easy play with food pattern, and step-by-step instructions are included in the pattern. Make the carrot a rattle or use it as a decoration. Add it to your mobile or handheld toy to engage little ones even more! It’s an easy pattern that is perfect for beginners who are learning to shape. The finished carrot toy may be used by babies from newborn to 6 months old. It´s easy and fast to make, so beginners can practice shaping in this project while creating something beautiful.
Materials:
- 1.50 mm hook
- Fingering weight cotton in orange and green
- Fingering weight cotton in darker orange (optional)
- Polyfill
- Rattle (optional)
- Stitch markers
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
Abbreviations:
MR: magic ring
ch: chain
dec: decrease
inc: increase
rep: repeat
rnd: round
sc: single crochet
sl st: slip stitch
st: stitch
Minnie Mouse Baby Rattle
Create a fun and happy home for your baby with this Disney Minnie Mouse Rattle. This adorable rattle is the ultimate gift for any little girl. It’s made from 100% plush, featuring Minnie Mouse with her signature red polka dot skirt and bow, making it an excellent reflection of that adorable baby girl. Its soft, cute design is sure to be loved by all generations who will enjoy playing with it for years to come. Minnie Mouse Baby Rattles are a perfect gift to celebrate the arrival of your little girl. Your baby girl will love the look and feel of this adorable character, and it’s sure to become a favorite.
Accessories
- Crochet hook: 3mm (US D-3) & 1.5mm (US 7 steel)
- Scissors,
- Stitch markers,
- Toy stuffing,
- Tapestry needle,
- Sewing needle
- 15mm toy safety nose
- Rattle discs or rattle balls
Yarn: Scheepjes Catona as it is smooth and easy to work with.
You will need the following colors:
- 192 “Scarlet” (I will call it ‘dark pink’) – few meters
- 105 “Bridal white” (I will call it ‘white’) – few meters
- 404 “English tea” (I will call it ‘beige’) – 0.3 skein
- 110 “Jet black” (I will call it ‘black’) – 0.5 skein
Also Camilla Cotton yarn, color # 8039 “Fuchsia” (I will call it ‘pink’) – 0.3 skein.
Baby Rattle Blanket
Whether you are welcoming a new baby or have already welcomed one, this blanket will be a beautiful addition to the nursery. The perfect size for swaddling, napping, or a quick car ride to Grandma’s house. This blanket is an excellent size for babies, toddlers, or even older kids. The blanket is made with one skein of yarn and a large crochet hook in half double crochet stitch for a fun and quick project. It’s a lightweight and very soft square blanket that’s easy on the baby’s skin. Offered in 5 different color options to suit anyone’s style preferences.
Supplies:
Yarn: Red Heart Fleece Hugs (1 Skein)
Color: Rattle
Hook: L (8.0 mm)
Stitch Markers: Quantity (4)
Yarn needle
Yarn Label Information:
Red Heart Fleece Hugs
Yarn Weight: Medium #4
Cake:415 yards / 380 meters
Unit Weight: 200 grams (7 ounces)
Fibers: 100% Polyester
Gauge: 7 sts x 4 rows = 4 inches in hdc.
Rattle Bunny Two Legged
Rattle bunny is a very simple pattern suitable for beginners, it is a cute bunny that has two legs. The fabric was soft to the touch from 100% cotton yarn from DMC Natura Just Cotton. In case you are interested, color Sable 03 and Moss Green 75. Rattle Bunny Two-Legged is the perfect project to learn the basics of amigurumi. This pattern includes detailed instructions and plenty of photos showing you how to crochet each part. After your first project, try Rattle Bunny One-Legged and complete them both!
Baby Rattle Clutch Toy
This super cute, yet simple-to-make crochet baby rattle is sure to be a favorite toy. It can be used in so many ways that you will want one for every little hand! This crochet baby rattle toy is just what your little one needs in their little hands! It’s easy to make and features an adorable design, just the right size for tiny hands to grip onto, shake and rattle. This clutch toy makes a wonderful gift for any baby shower or for your own baby. These adorable baby rattle clutches are a great gift to give or keep for your own baby.
You will need:
- worsted-weight cotton yarn
- US G-6 / 4.0 mm crochet hook
- scissors and tapestry needle
- polyester fiberfill stuffing
- rattle inserts
Hippo Baby Rattle
This fun and functional hippo rattle is the perfect crochet gift for babies or those expecting. The bright colors and interesting texture of this toy make it a wonderful object to discover visually, touch, and bring to life through movement. Baby will love shaking it and watching it dance while developing motor skills along the way! This adorable and sweet hippo rattle is a wonderful way to help develop motor skills in your baby, as well as provide hours of fun and playtime fun. Follow this easy crochet pattern to make one for yourself today!
Bixie The Bunny Baby Rattle
This is a quick and easy rattle made of soft acrylic yarn. It doesn’t matter how much experience you have – this project will make a great finished rattle when you are done! Perfect for baby shower gifts, or to make as a gift to yourself! The pattern includes detailed instructions along with plenty of photos so it’s easy to follow along! It includes step-by-step instructions that are written in the simplest terms possible so anyone can follow them. You will also receive access to free customer support if you run into any problems at all.
Tools and Supplies You Will Need
- Yarn: You need a small amount of DK yarn in beige and four colors for the stem of the rattle
- 2.75mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Polyfill stuffing
- Embroidery thread: A small amount of black for eyes and eyelashes, white for the eye glints, and pink for the nose and mouth
- 24 mm Rattle insert
Baby Rattles Three Little Pigs + Wolf
This is the perfect pattern for a beginner crocheter. This set of Three Little Pigs and a wolf is designed for those who are looking for a crochet pattern and instructions to create their own plush toy. Using only basic stitches, it’s easy to make and requires minimal effort. The Three Little Pigs and the Wolf need to be made in three different colors, so you will get an ideal chance to practice some color changes. And besides that, it will give your new little ones something warm and cuddly to hug! his PDF pattern will provide you with a step-by-step tutorial, supply list, and pictures/diagrams to guide you through each part of making this little guy.
Materials
– 2.25 mm crochet hook
– 4.00 mm crochet hook (for the basket)
– 100 % cotton yarn for a 2.25 mm hook
– 100 % cotton yarn for a 4.00 mm hook (for the basket)
– Four pairs of 8 mm safety eyes or yarn to embroider them
– Four Rattles
– Tapestry needle
– Polyfiber fill
And most important… a copy of “The Three Little Pigs”, to gift with the rattles!!
Abbreviations (US Terms)
st= stitch
ch= chain
slst= slip stitch
sc= single crochet
hdc= half double crochet
dc = double crochet
Merbaby Rattle
This merbaby rattle doll will keep your baby entertained with her rattling sound. Plus, she comes with a story! The sweet merbaby has fluffy pink hair and sparkly gold accents. When you push the button on her tummy, she will make a sound just like ocean waves! Okay first off, this little merbaby rattle doll is the cutest. She’s perfect for all ages, and her soft rattle will keep little ones engaged while they listen to the story of how she made it up to land! Look how soft she is! But it gets better, she is also perfect for bathtime fun and comes with her own story book that is so cute.
Materials:
- Hook size D – 3.25mm
- Worsted weight yarns in the colors of your choice. I used yarns on the thinner side, due to the size of the hook, so a 3 might be best, but 4 would work too.
Used here:
- Tail – Fairy Tale Knits hand-dyed yarn, Triton colorway (her variegated yarns are absolutely perfect for mermaid tails!) – approximately 12 yrds
- Skin – Vanna’s Choice, Beige – approximately 15 yards
- Hair – Red Heart Soft, Coral – approximately 35 yards
- Small amounts of worsted weight yarn in black for the eyes.
- 1.5-inch rattle insert (their smaller-sized rattle would also work, just use extra stuffing!)
- A small amount of polyester fiberfill for stuffing
- Tapestry needle
