Bring a bundle of sweetness to your nursery with this Amigurumi “Mama Bird & Chicks” Baby Mobile crochet pattern! Featuring a loving mama hen surrounded by her fluffy little chicks, this heartwarming mobile is perfect for creating a cozy, farm-inspired atmosphere above your baby’s crib. Whether you’re crafting for a baby shower, decorating a country-themed nursery, or simply adore animal-inspired amigurumi, this pattern lets you stitch up a gentle scene full of love and charm. It’s a delightful way to lull your little one to sleep with the soft sway of handmade comfort. 🐥❤️
Designed for customization, this pattern invites you to play with soft pastels, warm neutrals, or even bright barnyard hues to bring each chick to life. Add embroidered details, tiny eggs, or a patch of grass for extra whimsy. Whether you go for a classic hen-and-chicks look or a playful twist with fun accessories, this Amigurumi “Mama Bird & Chicks” Baby Mobile is a joyful and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade tenderness to every stitch! 🧶💖🌾
🐤 Amigurumi “Mama Bird & Chicks” Baby Mobile Crochet Pattern
This gentle nursery mobile features a calm mama bird nestled inside a chunky woven nest, surrounded by five tiny hatching chicks, soft butterflies, and simple leaves. Designed in neutral, soothing tones, every element hangs at a balanced height for peaceful movement above the crib.
The entire mobile is made from soft cotton yarn and assembled onto a wooden hoop for a natural, modern look.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate
Mostly single crochet with shaping, clean color changes, and careful assembly.
📏 Finished Size (Approximate)
• Mama bird in nest: 11 cm / 4.5 in
• Chicks with eggshells: 6 cm / 2.25 in
• Butterflies: 4–5 cm / 1.75–2 in
• Leaves: 5 cm / 2 in
• Wooden hoop: 25–28 cm / 10–11 in diameter
• Total hanging drop: ~35 cm / 14 in (adjustable)
🧶 Materials
• DK cotton yarn
– Beige (birds): ~40 g
– White (eggshells): ~25 g
– Tan (nest): ~30 g (bulky yarn or 2 DK strands held together)
– Orange (beaks): scraps
– Soft pink (cheeks): scraps
– Sage + olive (leaves): ~10 g total
– Butterfly colors: neutral cream + muted accents
• Crochet hook
– 2.5 mm (birds & decorations)
– 3.5 mm (nest if using doubled yarn)
• Safety eyes: 6 mm (12 total)
• Polyester stuffing
• Wooden hoop (10–11 in)
• Cotton twine or strong yarn
• Yarn needle, stitch marker, scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – magic ring
sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – decrease
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
FLO – front loop only
BLO – back loop only
FO – fasten off
🧺 Nest (Tan – Deep & Chunky)
The nest forms a deep bowl so the mama bird sits inside, not on top.
MR 6 sc
inc ×6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
(3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
BLO sc around (30) to angle walls upward
Rounds 7–12: sc around (30)
Finish with reverse single crochet (crab stitch) around the top edge for a thick braided rim.
FO. Stuff lightly—firm sides, soft base.
🐦 Mama Bird (Worked as One Piece)
Head → Body (Beige)
MR 6 sc
inc ×6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rounds 5–7: sc around (24)
(2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
(1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 5–6, about 5 stitches apart.
Stuff head firmly.
inc ×6 (18)
(2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rounds 11–14: sc around (24)
Stuff body firmly so it holds shape but stays rounded.
(2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
(1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
FO and close.
The finished body should appear round and compact, not tall.
Wings (Make 2)
MR 6 sc
(1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
Round 3: sc around (9)
Do not stuff.
Flatten slightly and sew low on each side so the wings rest horizontally on the nest rim.
Face Details
Beak (Orange):
MR 4 sc, FO.
Lightly pinch into a rounded triangle and sew centered between eyes.
Cheeks:
Embroider soft blush ovals slightly below eye level.
Eyes:
Embroider short, curved eyelashes angled gently downward for a sleepy expression.
🐣 Chicks in Eggshells (Make 5)
Head & Body (Beige → White)
MR 6 sc
inc ×6 (12)
(1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rounds 4–6: sc around (18)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 4–5, about 4 stitches apart.
Lightly stuff.
Change to white.
FLO (2 sc, dec) ×4 (16)
(1 sc, dec) ×4 (12)
dec ×6 (6)
FO and close.
The chick should sit deep inside the shell, with only the head and upper body visible.
Eggshell Edge
Working in unused BLO from the color-change round:
(sl st, ch 3, sl st) in each stitch around
Creates soft, rounded shell cracks like in the photo.
Mini Wings (Beige – Make 10)
ch 4
sc in 2nd ch, sc, hdc
FO
Sew very close to the body, angled slightly downward.
Beaks
MR 3 sc, FO.
Sew centered just below eyes.
🦋 Butterflies (Make 4)
Butterflies are flat and symmetrical, not layered.
MR 6 sc, join.
Upper wings (repeat twice):
ch 3, 3 dc, ch 3, sl st in next stitch
Lower wings (repeat twice):
ch 2, 2 hdc, ch 2, sl st in next stitch
FO.
Wrap yarn several times around the center to form the body.
Leave long tails for hanging.
🌿 Leaves (Make 4)
Simple, soft oval leaves.
ch 9
sc in 2nd ch, hdc, dc ×4, hdc, sc
Rotate and work back along the opposite side in the same stitch order.
sl st around edge.
FO with long tail.
🪵 Hoop & Hanging Assembly
Attach four equal lengths of twine evenly around the hoop and knot together at the top.
• Mama bird in nest hangs center and lowest
• Five chicks hang evenly spaced around the hoop
• Butterflies hang slightly higher than chicks
• Leaves hang near butterflies for balance
Secure threads by stitching through each piece and knotting inside.
Adjust gradually until the mobile hangs level.
🌙 Final Notes
• Keep stuffing soft and balanced
• Avoid sharp angles—everything should feel rounded and calm
• Expressions should remain gentle and minimal
This sweet mobile brings warmth, softness, and gentle motion to any nursery. With its peaceful birds, subtle colors, and natural textures, it’s designed to be just as comforting to parents as it is enchanting for little ones. 🐣💛
