Unicorn Lovey Crochet Pattern: A Magical Security Blanket

If you’ve ever wanted to crochet a gift that feels purely magical, this Unicorn Lovey Crochet Pattern is it. With its soft, snuggly blanket body and sweet unicorn head, this lovey brings comfort and a touch of sparkle to bedtime snuggles, story time, or long car rides.

Loveys (also known as security blankets) are so fun to make for little ones — they’re fast, heartfelt, and endlessly customizable. And who can resist a unicorn?

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Why You’ll Love the Unicorn Lovey Crochet Pattern

🦄 It’s easy to make.
Even if you’re newer to amigurumi or blanket projects, this pattern walks you through each step in a simple, straightforward way. No complicated stitches here — just cozy crochet magic.

🌈 It’s the perfect handmade gift.
Baby showers, birthdays, holidays — this pattern works for all of them. The unicorn theme is timeless, and you can easily change the colors to match any nursery or child’s favorite hues.

💖 It’s comfort with a sprinkle of whimsy.
Kids love having something soft to hold and hug. The unicorn’s gentle face and silky mane bring a little extra joy to those moments when comfort matters most.

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A Few Tips Before You Start

For the softest snuggles, I recommend using a gentle, baby-friendly yarn — something like a lightweight cotton blend or an acrylic baby yarn. Look for yarn that’s easy to wash (because you know this lovey will go on adventures).

And don’t be afraid to play with colors! Pastels make a dreamy unicorn, but bold rainbow shades turn it into a celebration of imagination.

Policies & Disclaimers:

This crochet pattern is for PERSONAL USE ONLY. This pattern or parts of it may not be reproduced, resold, distributed, published, altered, translated, posted or shared without authorization. You can sell your finished items provided that you credit Off the Beaten Hook as the designer using this verbiage, “This pattern was designed by Lindsey Roe and Off the Beaten Hook.” Thank you for your respectfulness!

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🌿 Eco-Friendly Crafting

What makes this crochet pattern eco-friendly and sustainable?

THE YARN: I use only sustainable and eco-friendly yarn that has been ethically grown/raised and processed, putting the people and the planet first. This is why I chose 100% natural yarn for this pattern.

HANDMADE FOR LONGEVITY: Creating your own lovey promotes mindful consumption. This durable, handmade unicorn lovey reduces the need for mass-produced alternatives.

THE SLOW YARN MOVEMENT: I’m participating in the Slow Yarn Movement. There’s far too much to talk about here, but please take a few minutes to learn about what this means by reading the article I wrote about the Slow Yarn Movement as part of my 6-part Sustainable Crochet Series.

If you’re interested in learning more about sustainable crochet you can read all about it in the 6-part series I wrote covering everything about Sustainable Crochet and how to implement it into your own crafting starting today!

Unicorn Lovey Crochet Pattern Guide:

Size & Gauge:

Size: 12″ x 12″

Gauge: N/A

Materials you will need:

Yarn:

Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
100% Cotton | 3/DK/Light Worsted | 137y (125m)/ball

Pink (Lipstick Pink): x1 ball
White (Paper White): x1 ball
Blue (Marine Blue): x1 ball

Other tools and materials needed:

Crochet Hook Size: 3.00 mm
Crochet Hook Size: 4.00 mm
OPTIONAL: Safety Eyes: Size 8 mm (SERIOUSLY, these are the ones with the backs that are easier to put on!)
Tapestry Needle (bent tips make all the difference!)
Stitch Markers
Scissors
Stuffing

Abbreviations used in the Unicorn Lovey Crochet Pattern:

This pattern is written in English, using US terms. If needed, you can find a handy term conversion chart right here in my Resource Library.

ch – chain
st – stitch
hk – hook
sk – skip
mc – magic circle/magic ring
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
rep – repeat
(…) x – repeat instructions indicated number of times
[…] – number of stitches in row/round
PH – photo reference number

The Unicorn Lovey Crochet Pattern:

The Blanket

NOTES:

Use the 4.00 mm crochet hook for the blanket
The blanket is worked in joined, continuous rounds – do not turn
If making the blanket in one solid color, do not fasten off each round. Instead, after joining the round, sl st in the top of the next st, then sl st into the corner ch-2 sp and begin your corner with a ch 3 as instructed below.
First ch-3 of each corner counts as a dc stitch

Using yarn Color A, make a magic circle
Rnd 1:	ch 3 (counts as dc here and throughout), dc 11 into mc, sl st in third ch of beg ch 3, close mc	[12 st]
Switch to yarn Color B
Rnd 2:	into same st as sl st: (ch 3, dc 1, ch 2, dc 2), dc in each of next 2 st, into next st: (dc 2, ch 2, dc 2), dc in each of next 2 st, repeat from 2 more times, sl st to top of beg ch 3 to join	[24 st + 4 ch sp]
Switch to yarn Color C
Rnd 3:	sl st in next st, sl st in next ch-2 sp, into ch sp: (ch 3, dc 1, ch 2, dc 2), dc 1 in each st across until next ch-2 sp, into ch-2 sp: (dc 2, ch 2, dc 2), dc 1 in each st across until next ch-2 sp, repeat from 2 more times, sl st to top of ch 3 to join	[40 st + 4 ch sp]
Rnd 4-13:	repeat Rnd 3, switching colors after every row to match color pattern	[200 st + 4 ch sp]
Border: Use same color you finished with after Rnd 13:
Rnd 14:	sl st in next st, sl st in next ch-2 sp, into ch sp: (ch 3, dc 2, ch 2, dc 3, ch 1), sk next 2 st, dc 3 in next st, sk 2, repeat from across to next ch-2 sp, *into ch sp: (dc 3, ch 2, dc 3, ch 1), sk 2, dc 3 in next st, sk 2, repeat from * across to next ch-2 sp, repeat from ** 2 more times, sl st to top of ch 3 to join	[216 st + 4 ch sp]
Fasten off and weave in end.

Stitch counts by Rnd:

Rnd 1: 12
Rnd 2: 24
Rnd 3: 40
Rnd 4: 56
Rnd 5: 72
Rnd 6: 88
Rnd 7: 104
Rnd 8: 120
Rnd 9: 136
Rnd 10: 152
Rnd 11: 168
Rnd 12: 184
Rnd 13: 200
Rnd 14: 216

The Horn

NOTES:

Use the 3.00 mm crochet hook for the horn and ears
The horn and ears are worked in continuous rounds – do not join after each round
The horn uses blue yarn and the ears use white yarn

Rnd 1:	st 4 sc in a magic circle	[4]
Rnd 2:	sc around	[4]
Rnd 3:	(sc 1, inc) x2	[6]
Rnd 4:	sc around	[6]
Rnd 5:	(sc 2, inc) x2	[8]
Rnd 6:	sc around	[8]
Rnd 7:	(sc 3, inc) x2	[10]
Rnd 8-11:	sc around	[10]
Sl st to next st to fasten off. Snip, leaving a long tail for sewing on. Lightly stuff horn.

The Ears – make 2

Rnd 1:	st 4 sc in a magic circle	[4]
Rnd 2:	(sc 1, inc) x2	[6]
Rnd 3:	(sc 2, inc) x2	[8]
Rnd 4:	sc around	[8]
Rnd 5:	(sc 3, inc) x2	[10]
Rnd 6:	(sc 4, inc) x2	[12]
Rnd 7-8:	sc around	[12]
Sl st to next st, fasten off and snip leaving a long tail to sew on. Do not stuff ears.

The Head

NOTES:

Use the 3.00 mm crochet hook for the head
The head is worked in continuous rounds – do not join after each round

Start with nose colored yarn
Rnd 1:	st 6 sc in a magic circle	[6]
Rnd 2:	inc in each st around	[12]
Rnd 3:	(sc 1, inc) x6	[18]
Rnd 4:	(sc 2, inc) x6	[24]
Rnd 5-8:	sc around	[24]
Embroider nostrils in between Rnds 3 & 4. Switch to white.
Rnd 9:	(sc 3, inc) x6	[30]
Rnd 10:	sc around	[30]
Rnd 11:	(sc 14, inc) x2	[32]
Rnd 12:	sc around	[32]
Rnd 13:	(sc 15, inc) x2	[34]
Rnd 14:	sc around	[34]
Rnd 15:	(sc 16, inc) x2	[36]
Rnd 16:	sc around	[36]
Rnd 17:	(sc 17, inc) x2	[38]
Rnd 18:	sc around	[38]
Rnd 19:	(sc 18, inc) x2	[40]
Rnd 20:	sc around	[40]
Rnd 21	(sc 19, inc) x2	[42]
Rnd 22-23:	sc around	[42]

Add safety eyes or embroider eyes between Rnds 14 & 15, spaced by 10 st across the snout. Stuff the head.
Rnd 24:	(sc 5, dec) x6	[36]
Rnd 25:	(sc 4, dec) x6	[30]
Rnd 26:	(sc 3, dec) x6	[24]
Stuff the head, then, sew on the ears and horn:Pinch the ears and sew then on over Rnds 20-21, spaced by 10 stitches over the top of the headSew on the horn, centered between the ears
Rnd 27:	(sc 2, dec) x6	[18]
Stuff the head for the final time.
Rnd 28:	(sc 1, dec) x6	[12]
Rnd 29:	dec around	[6]

Snip, leaving a long tail. Pull the tail through the final 2 loops. Using the yarn end and a tapestry needle, thread the yarn through the front loop only of the remaining 6 stitches and pull tightly to close. Bring the yarn to the inside and back out one of the side walls. Snip cleanly with the surface.
Add Mane: -Snip several 5″ pieces of yarn in the colors you want to use for the hair. -Fold them in half -Beginning 2 rows forward from the horn, insert your hook under the post of a stitch and snatch the yarn at the fold and pull through (not all the way) -Bring the yarn tails through the loop and pull to secure -Repeat with 3-4 strands of yarn per row, beginning 2 rows forward from the horn, and ending at the magic circle on the back of the head. -Alternate colors every 3 rows if desired

The Arms

NOTES:

Use the 3.00 mm crochet hook for the arms
The arms are worked in continuous rounds – do not join after each round

Begin in the same color you used for the nose
Rnd 1:	st 4 sc in a magic circle	[4]
Rnd 2:	inc in each st around	[8]
Rnd 3-7:	sc around	[8]
Stuff. Switch to white
Rnd 8-22:	sc around	[8]
Sl st to fasten off and snip, leaving a long tail for sewing on. Stuff again, leaving the last ⅓ of the arm unstuffed so it will lay flat (versus sticking straight out to the side).

Assembly

With the blanket laying flat and right side up, sew the arms securely over Rnd 1 of the blanket.
Then, sew the head, centered, over the arms.

Show Off Your Work! ✨

I can’t wait to see your beautiful Unicorn Loveys! Be sure to tag me on social media @offthebeatenhook or use the hashtag #offthebeatenhook so I can admire your makes. ❤️