Add a cute safari animal to your crochet collection with this free Baby Rhino C2C crochet square pattern. This sweet rhinoceros design features a friendly expression and soft colours, making it perfect for baby blankets, children's afghans, nursery décor and wildlife-themed crochet projects.
This free tutorial includes the complete C2C graph, row-by-row written instructions, colour guide and finished square details. Whether you are making one special animal square or collecting the entire Wild Animals C2C Crochet Collection, this baby rhino is a fun and rewarding project.
The Corner-to-Corner crochet technique creates beautiful pixel-style designs by building small crochet blocks diagonally across the square. The finished rhino can be combined with the other animal squares to create a handmade blanket full of personality, colour and charm.
Looking for the Complete Wild Animal Collection?
This crocodile is one of nine matching Wild Animal C2C crochet squares.
If you'd like all nine printable PDF patterns in one convenient download, the complete bundle includes:
- Cheerful Crocodile
- Cute Koala Bear
- Smiling Panda Bear
- Friendly Polar Bear
- Baby Rhino
- Upbeat Tiger
- Modest Zebra
- Happy Hippo
- Forever Lazy Lion
Download the complete Wild Animals C2C Crochet Pattern Bundle on Etsy
Pattern Information
- Skill Level - Intermediate Beginner
- Crochet Technique - Corner-to-Corner (C2C)
- Graph Size - 25 × 25 Squares
Finished Size
Approximately: 13 × 13 inches (34.5 × 34.5 cm)
Created using:
- Double Knit (DK) yarn
- 3 mm crochet hook
- Double Crochet stitches
The pattern featured on this page is part of the complete crochet pattern linked below.
Visit the full pattern page for detailed information, including the complete design, materials, sizing, instructions, tutorials and available pattern options.
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Materials
- 3 mm Crochet Hook
- Double Knit (DK) Yarn
- Tapestry Needle
- Scissors
Colours Used
- Grey
- White
- Pink
- Cool Blue
- Black
Colours can easily be adjusted to match your blanket theme or yarn stash
Estimate the yarn you'll need based on your project size, yarn weight, and stitch pattern.
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Quick Guide: How to Crochet a Corner-to-Corner (C2C) Square
Corner-to-Corner crochet is worked diagonally, creating a square design by increasing and decreasing small crochet blocks.
Step 1 – Start Your First Block
Chain six stitches. Work double crochet stitches into the chain to create your first C2C block.
Step 2 – Increase the Rows
Continue increasing one block per row until the square reaches its widest point.
Follow the graph carefully and change colours where indicated to create the polar bear design.
Step 3 – Follow the C2C Graph
Each small square on the graph represents one C2C block. The written instructions below follow the same colour changes and row order.
Step 4 – Decrease the Square
Once the centre point has been reached, begin decreasing each row until you reach the final corner.
Step 5 – Complete Your Square
Fasten off, weave in your ends and gently block your finished square before joining it with your other animal blocks.
Pattern Diagram
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US Stitch Terminology : Abbreviations
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3 Double Crochet - 3dc
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Double Crochet - dc
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Yarn Over - yo
All stitch instructions are available in both US Crochet Terminology and UK Crochet Terminology, making it easy to follow along using the terms you are most familiar with.
If you are new to any of the stitches used in this pattern, we recommend reviewing the relevant stitch guide before starting. Each guide includes step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and stitch terminology conversions where applicable.
Take your time, practice any unfamiliar stitches, and most importantly—enjoy the process of creating your blanket one row at a time.
UK : tr - treble crochet
AFR : lb - Langbeentjie / dubblehekel
1. Yarn over.
2. Insert hook into stitch, pull up a loop (3 loops).
3. Yarn over and pull through first 2 loops (2 remain).
4. Yarn over and pull through last 2 loops.
→ Row 10 [WS]: (White), (Dark Grey), (Light Grey) x 6, (Dark Grey), (White) (10 squares)
← Row 11 [RS]: (White), (Dark Grey), (Light Grey) x 7, (Dark Grey), (White) (11 squares)
→ Row 12 [WS]: (White), (Dark Grey), (Light Grey), (Pink) x 3, (Light Grey) x 4, (Dark Grey), (White) (12 squares)
← Row 13 [RS]: (White), (Dark Grey), (Light Grey) x 4, (Pink) x 4, (Light Grey), (Dark Grey), (White) (13 squares)
→ Row 14 [WS]: (White), (Dark Grey), (Light Grey), (Pink), (Light Grey) x 8, (Dark Grey), (White) (14 squares)
← Row 15 [RS]: (White), (Dark Grey), (Light Grey) x 9, (Pink), (Light Grey), (Dark Grey), (White) (15 squares)
→ Row 16 [WS]: (White), (Dark Grey), (Light Grey), (Pink), (Light Grey) x 9, (Dark Grey), (White) x 2 (16 squares)
← Row 17 [RS]: (White) x 2, (Dark Grey), (Light Grey) x 4, (Dark Grey) x 3, (Light Grey) x 3, (Pink), (Light Grey), (Dark Grey), (White) (17 squares)
→ Row 18 [WS]: (White), (Dark Grey), (Light Grey), (Pink), (Light Grey) x 2, (Dark Grey) x 5, (Light Grey) x 4, (White) x 3 (18 squares)
← Row 19 [RS]: (White) x 3, (Dark Grey), (Light Grey) x 4, (Dark Grey) x 5, (Light Grey) x 2, (Pink), (Light Grey), (Dark Grey), (White) (19 squares)
→ Row 20 [WS]: (White), (Dark Grey), (Light Grey), (Pink), (Light Grey) x 2, (Dark Grey) x 6, (Light Grey), (Black) x 2, (Light Grey), (Dark Grey), (White) x 3 (20 squares)
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Pattern Reference
This page is part of a larger crochet pattern and is intended as a companion tutorial or stitch reference. For complete instructions, materials, sizing information, and all pattern sections, please visit the main pattern page.
Wild Animals C2C Afghan Squares
Create a fun and colourful handmade blanket with this Wild Animals C2C Crochet Pattern Bundle. This collection includes 9 adorable Corner-to-Corner (C2C) crochet animal squares, each featuring a unique safari-inspired design with detailed written instructions and easy-to-follow colour graphs. Crochet a cheerful crocodile, cute koala, smiling panda, friendly polar bear, baby rhino, upbeat tiger, modest zebra, happy hippo, and forever lazy lion before joining them into a beautiful baby blanket, children's afghan, nursery throw, or decorative cushion. Whether you're new to C2C crochet or an experienced maker, these printable PDF patterns make it easy to create a charming wildlife blanket one square at a time.
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Pattern Copyright & Usage
This crochet pattern and all associated content are the original work of Stouto Crochet.
- ✔️ Personal use allowed
- ✔️ Sell finished handmade items (small-scale)
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Is this Baby Rhino crochet pattern free?
Yes. This page includes the free C2C graph and written pattern for the Baby Rhino square.
What crochet skill level is needed?
This pattern is suitable for confident beginners who understand basic Corner-to-Corner crochet.
Can I make a larger blanket?
Yes. Add more animal squares or combine this design with other C2C squares to create a larger blanket.
Is the Baby Rhino included in the bundle?
Yes. The Baby Rhino is included with all eight other Wild Animal C2C crochet square patterns.
