Ellen the Elephant Pram Chain and Rattle

Ellen the Elephant Pram Chain and Rattle by Loopsan

What Is Being Made

Ellen the Elephant Pram Chain and Rattle is a crocheted baby accessory set designed for attachment to prams and strollers. The project consists of two coordinated components: a decorative pram chain approximately 54 cm in length, and a matching elephant rattle measuring about 15 cm in height. This intermediate-level crochet pattern creates functional yet charming nursery items suitable for babies and young children.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

This pattern employs fundamental crochet techniques appropriate for intermediate crafters. The design uses double crochet as the primary stitch, with a working gauge of 11 stitches by 10 rows in double crochet equaling a 5 cm square. The pattern utilizes color work through the combination of multiple yarn shades to create the elephant design and visual interest across both the chain and rattle components.

The pram chain construction incorporates crocheted elements that are strung with wooden beads and connected using pram chain clips for secure attachment to strollers and prams. The rattle component is stuffed to create dimension and texture, making it an engaging sensory toy for infants.

Stitches Used

• Double crochet (dc) – the foundational stitch throughout the pattern
• Standard shaping and decreasing techniques for constructing three-dimensional forms

Materials and Yarn Specifications

Ellen the Elephant Pram Chain and Rattle is designed to be worked in DK and sport weight yarn. The pattern specifies Debbie Bliss ecobaby, a 100% organic cotton yarn available in 50g balls with 125 meters or 137 yards per ball. Three coordinating shades are required:

• Shade 45 (Smoke) – 2 balls, used as the primary color (A)
• Shade 008 (Duck Egg) – 1 ball, used as a secondary color (B)
• Shade 026 (Pebble) – 1 ball, used as an accent color (C)

A 4 mm crochet hook is used to achieve the specified gauge. The organic cotton fiber choice makes this pattern ideal for creating soft, breathable items suitable for sensitive baby skin.

Additional Materials and Notions

• 6 mm safety eyes for facial details (embroidering eyes on the rattle is recommended for safety, as it will come into contact with the baby)
• 4 wooden beads measuring 20 mm in diameter
• 16 wooden beads measuring 15 mm in diameter
• 2 pram chain clips for secure attachment
• 60 cm white pram chain rope as the structural base
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends and embroidery work
• Scissors for finishing

Pattern Customization

The finished pram chain length of approximately 54 cm can be adjusted to suit individual preferences and pram specifications, offering flexibility in the final project dimensions.