Awww, isn't this little chick cute? Learn to crochet a super sweet amigurumi with this easy-to-follow free pattern! It will surely steal hearts! This amigurumi toy is the perfect companion for every child, whether it is to play or travel with. The perfect gift for anyone that loves farm animals! This free crochet pattern is perfect for inspiring your child's curiosity about farm animals. It is also a lovely gift for Easter and any amigurumi bunny fan! The pattern is very detailed. It comes with easy-to-follow written instructions and a photo tutorial. If you’re looking to practice crocheting in the round this is the perfect coaster pattern to practice with! So, grab your hook, heat up a cup of hot cocoa or coffee and let’s make this little buddy together.
SUPPLIES YOU NEED
Before you begin, make sure you have the following materials:
cotton yarn (e.g. Schachenmayr Catania 125m/50g) in the following colors: white, green and yellow or any color you choose, a bit of red for the beak and black for emdroidery, choose any colores you want for the petals, crochet hook 2,5 mm, black beads or safety eyes 7-10 mm, scissors, tapestry needle, Fiberfil stuffing.
SKILL LEVEL
I would classify this free amigurumi crochet pattern as an advanced beginner. It is necessary to have some experience with amigurumi before creating this project.
SIZE
The ready amigurumi is approx. 13 cm high, from bottom to top, can be made bigger or smaller depending on the yarn and hook you use.
SKILLS YOU NEED
chain, single crochet, double crochet, half double crochet, slip stitch, increase, decrease
ABBREVIATIONS
Ch =chain
St = stitch
Sc = single crochet
Sl st = slip stitch
dec = decrease stitch (two single crochets together)
inc = increase stitch (two single crochets in the one stitch)
Dc = double crochet
Hdc = half double crochet
Tc = triple crochet
Rnd = Round
* = repeat the instructions for the times indicated
(...) = total amount of stitches
TIPS
- Do not join rounds, work in a continuous spiral.
- Use a stitch marker or piece of yarn to keep track of the last stitch in each round
- All stitches are worked into both loops, unless stated otherwise in the pattern.
- When filling with polyester stuffing, pull apart each large chunk into many smaller chunks. This ensures an even distribution of firmness within the amigurumi
- Amigurumi can be made in any desired colors.
Seamless way of changing color when working in the round
Pick up the new color at the end of the round: inset your hook into the stitch, yarn over the new color and pull through the stitch and the loop on your hook to complete the stitch.
To make a magic ring
- Loop the thread twice around your middle finger
- Put the hook under both loops, pull the yarn under the loops and hook the thread again
- Pull the thread through the new loop. The first crochet stitch is ready!
- Repeat the number of times needed.
- Pull the inner threads to tighten the ring.
INSTRUCTIONS
This adorable chicken can be a best friend for your little one. The chick consists of several parts which you crochet separately and then sew them together.
EGGSHELL
Work using white yarn.
Round 1: 6 single crochets into Magic Ring
Round 2: increase 6 times (12 stitches)
Round 3: *single crochet in the next stitch, increase* (18 stitches)
Round 4: *single crochet in each of next 2 stitches, increase* (24 stitches)
Round 5: *single crochet in each of next 3 stitches, increase* (30 stitches)
Round 6: *single crochet in each of next 4 stitches, increase* (36 stitches)
Round 7: single crochet in each of next 36 stitches
Round 8: *single crochet in each of next 5 stitches, increase* (42 stitches)
Round 9: *single crochet in each of next 6 stitches, increase* (48 stitches)
Round 10: single crochet in each of next 48 stitches
Round 11: *single crochet in each of next 7 stitches, increase* (54 stitches)
Rounds 12-13: single crochet in each of next 54 stitches
Repeat these rounds until you get the height you desire.
Round 14: *skip the next stitch, slip stitch in the next stitch, skip the next stitch, sc and hdc in the next stitch, dc + tc + dc in the next stitch, hdc and sc in the next stitch*, repeat from* to* till the end of the round.
Fasten off, hide yarn ends.
BODY
Work using yellow yarn.
Round 1: 6 single crochets into Magic Ring
Round 2: increase 6 times (12 stitches)
Round 3: *single crochet in the next stitch, increase* (18 stitches)
Round 4: *single crochet in each of next 2 stitches, increase* (24 stitches)
Round 5: *single crochet in each of next 3 stitches, increase* (30 stitches)
Round 6: *single crochet in each of next 4 stitches, increase* (36 stitches)
Round 7: single crochet in each of next 36 stitches
Round 8: *single crochet in each of next 5 stitches, increase* (42 stitches)
Round 9: *single crochet in each of next 6 stitches, increase* (48 stitches)
Rounds 10-17: single crochet in each of next 48 stitches
Round 18: *decrease, single crochet in each of next 6 stitches* (42 stitches)
Round 19: *decrease, single crochet in each of next 5 stitches* (36 stitches)
Round 20: single crochet in each of next 36 stitches
Round 21: *decrease, single crochet in each of next 4 stitches* (30 stitches)
Round 22: *decrease, single crochet in each of next 3 stitches* (24 stitches)
Stuff the body firmly. Do not fasten off!
HEAD
Continue crocheting with yellow yarn.
Round 1: increase every stitch (48 stitches)
Round 2: *single crochet in each of next 7 stitches, increase* (54 stitches)
Continue crochetung without increasing:
Rounds 3-10: single crochet in each of next 54 stitches
Round 11: *decrease, single crochet in each of next 7 stitches* (48 stitches)
Rounds 12-13: single crochet in each of next 48 stitches
Round 14: *decrease, single crochet in each of next 6 stitches* (42 stitches)
Round 15: single crochet in each of next 42 stitches
Round 16: *decrease, single crochet in each of next 5 stitches* (36 stitches)
Mark where you want the safety eyes to be placed with pins and attach them with the distance of 8 stitches to the head of your amigurumi.
Round 17: *decrease, single crochet in each of next 4 stitches* (30 stitches)
Round 18: *decrease, single crochet in each of next 3 stitches* (24 stitches)
Round 19: *decrease, single crochet in each of next 2 stitches* (18 stitches)
Round 20: *decrease, single crochet in the next stitch* (12 stitches)
Round 21: *decrease* 6 times.
Cut the yarn leaving a tail and pull through last st. Weave the yarn tail through the front loops only of the final round and pull to close. Hide the end inside the chicken.
BEAK
Crochet with red yarn.
Round 1: 4 single crochets into Magic Ring
Round 2: single crochet in each of next 4 stitches
Round 3: *increase, single crochet in next stitch* (6 stitches)
Cut the yarn leaving a long tail for sewing.
WING (2x)
Crochet with yellow yarn.
Round 1: 6 single crochets into Magic Ring
Round 2: single crochet in each of next 6 stitches
Round 3: *increase, single crochet in next stitch* (9 stitches)
Round 4: *single crochet in each of next 2 stitches, increase* (12 stitches)
Round 5: *single crochet in each of next 3 stitches, increase* (15 stitches)
Rounds 6-8: single crochet in each of next 15 stitches
Round 9: *decrease, single crochet in each of next 3 stitches* (12 stitches)
Round 10: *decrease, single crochet in each of next 2 stitches* (9 stitches)
Do not stuff the wings. Cut the yarn leaving a long tail for sewing. Make the second wing the same way. Put wings aside.
ASSEMBLY
Attach the beak to the head. Embroider eyebrows with black yarn. Tie a knot with both yarn tails, as close to the surface of the head as possible. Embroider eyelashes if desired. You can also add eyelashes. Hide the yarn tails inside the head.
Sew wings on the sides of the body. Be sure to step back and take a look to make sure they are even.
HAT
Start crocheting with green colored yarn.
Round 1: 6 single crochets into a Magic Ring
Round 2: *increase, single crochet in the next stitch*, repeat from* 3 times (9 stitches)
Rounds 3-6: single crochet in each of next 9 stitches
Round 7: *increase, single crochet in each of next 2 stitches*, repeat from* (12 stitches)
Round 8 (working into the front loop): *increase, single crochet in the next stitch*, repeat from* (18 stitches)
Round 9: *increase, single crochet in each of next 2 stitches*, repeat from* (24 stitches)
Round 10: *single crochet in each of next 3 stitches, increase* (30 stitches)
Round 11: *single crochet in each of next 4 stitches, increase* (36 stitches)
Round 12: *single crochet in each of next 5 stitches, increase* (42 stitches)
Round 13: single crochet in each of next 42 stitches
Round 14: *single crochet in each of next 6 stitches, increase* (48 stitches)
Round 15: single crochet in each of next 48 stitches
Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing the hat to the head of your chicken.
PETAL (8x)
Work with any color you choose.
Round 1: 6 single crochets into Magic Ring.
Round 2: increase 6 times (12 stitches)
Round 3: *increase, single crochet in each of next 3 stitches* (15 stitches)
Rounds 4-5: single crochet in each of next 15 stitches
Round 6: *decrease, single crochet in each of next 3 stitches* (12 stitches)
Round 7: single crochet in each of next 12 stitches
Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.
Attach petals to the hat as shown on the picture.
Sew the hat to the head of your chicken.
Congratulations! Your cute crochet chick is now complete. Enjoy your new handmade friend.
I hope you enjoyed crocheting amigurumis and found the pattern helpful. I would love to see your finished amigurumi, so share a picture here or on Instagram by tagging me @tansuluucrafthaus.
Happy crocheting! Feel free to contact me with any questions. Thank you for stopping by and have a lovely day!
