🎄🦊 Howl for the Holidays: Crochet a Coyote Christmas Ornament!

And just like that… our Christmas in July celebration is coming to a close! Whether you spent the month crafting, decorating, or just enjoying a little mid-year holiday cheer, today is the perfect time to reflect and wrap up the festivities. Before it’s over, here’s a quick ornament you can whip up tonight!

Move over reindeer — there’s a new howler in town! If you’re looking for a unique way to add some wild charm to your tree this year, the Coyote Christmas Ornament Crochet Pattern is the perfect project.

This little desert dweller brings a playful, rustic touch to your holiday décor. Imagine a tiny coyote howling at the moon, perched among the twinkling lights and tinsel — it’s the perfect ornament for wildlife lovers, southwestern décor fans, or anyone who wants a Christmas tree with character.

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🧶 Why You’ll Love This Pattern

• Quick & Fun Project – Works up in an evening, perfect for last-minute gifts or craft fairs.

• Stash-Buster Friendly – Use leftover yarn to create a whole pack of festive coyotes!

• Customizable – Add a Santa hat, scarf, or even a tiny jingle bell for extra holiday flair.

Finished size is just right for hanging on a tree, tying onto gift packages, or even turning into a keychain or car charm after the holidays.

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🎁 Handmade Gifts with Personality

Crochet ornaments aren’t just decorations — they’re little keepsakes. Gifting a Coyote Christmas Ornament is like giving a piece of handmade holiday cheer that will be treasured year after year.

So grab your hook, your softest yarn, and maybe hum a little “Jingle Howls” while you stitch. Your Christmas tree will thank you!

🧵 Ready to start?

Coyote Christmas Tree Ornament

 Materials:

Small amounts of worsted weight yarn – brown, tan, and black

Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook

Fiberfil, Yarn needle

Pink felt

Black pompom, Google eyes

Directions:

Head:

Rnd 1: With brown yarn, ch 2, 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each ch (12 sc).

Rnd 3: Sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 4: Sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 5: Sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 6: Sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, repeat around (36 sc).

Rnd 7: Sc in next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, repeat around (42 sc).

Rnds 8-13: Work even on 42 sc.

Rnd 14: Sc in next 5 sc, dec, repeat around (36 sc).

Rnd 15: Sc in next 4 sc, dec, repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 16: Sc in next 3 sc, dec, repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 17: Sc in next 2 sc, dec, repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 19: Sc in next sc, dec, repeat around (12 sc). Stuff head.

Rnd 20: Dec around (6 sc). Fasten off and sew closed.

Cheeks: (Make 2)

With tan yarn, repeat Rnds 1-2 of head.

Rnd 3: Work even on 12 sc. Join. Fasten off leaving length for sewing..

Snout Top:

Rnd 1: With tan yarn, ch 2, 3 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (6 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, inc next st,* repeat twice (9 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sts, inc next st,* repeat twice (12 sc).

Rnd 5: *Sc in next 3 sts, inc next st,* repeat twice (15 sc).

Rnd 6: Sc in each sc around. Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving length for sewing

Snout Bottom:

Rnd 1: With tan yarn, ch 2, 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join.

Rnds 2-3: Sc in each sc around. Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving length for sewing. Using photo as a guide, sew snout top and bottom to center front of face. Cut a small tongue from pink felt and glue inside mouth. Sew one cheek on each side of top of snout. Glue (or sew) google eyes above snout.

Ears: (Make 2)

Rnd 1: With tan yarn, ch 7, hdc in 3^rd ch, hdc next ch, sc in next 2 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of starting ch, sc in next 2 ch, hdc in next 3 ch. Fasten off.

With brown yarn, repeat Rnd 1. Ch 1, turn. Place right sides together (1 tan and 1 brown) and sc through both thicknesses with 3 sc in tip of ear. Fasten off with length for sewing. Sew ears to top of head.

Cut a 10” piece of yarn and run it through the top of the head. Tie in a knot at the top and hang on your tree.

Get the pattern PDF here: Coyote Ornament Crochet Pattern

 

Download the Ornament Advent Calendar with links to each day’s pattern.

Ornament Advent Calendar

Or you can purchase the Advent Calendar bundle with 24 unique ornament patterns for only $9.99 (through 8/2/2025)

https://www.ravelry.com/redeem/my-fingers-fly-designs?sale=410562

 

Download a sheet of Coyote Gift Tags

Coyote Gift Tags – Free PDF

 

 

 

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