Add a touch of wisdom and charm to your kitchen with this Amigurumi Owl Fridge Magnet crochet pattern! Inspired by the adorable and mysterious nature of owls, this tiny crochet creation is perfect for brightening up your fridge or magnet board. With its round shape, expressive eyes, and cute little wings, this owl magnet brings a cozy, handmade feel to any space. Whether you’re crafting for bird lovers, adding a whimsical accent to your home, or simply enjoy making small and delightful amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a lovable little owl bursting with personality! 🦉✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of brown, gray, or even vibrant colors for a unique twist. Add embroidered details, tiny accessories like a miniature bow or scarf, or even stitch up a whole parliament of owls for a fun display! Whether gifted as a charming keepsake, displayed as a cute accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Owl Fridge Magnet is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade enchantment to every stitch! 🧶💖
🦉 Amigurumi Owl Fridge Magnet Crochet Pattern
This adorable little owl will perch happily on your fridge or locker! With oversized eyes, tiny wings, and little three-toed feet, it’s the perfect blend of cute and functional. A hidden magnet inside lets it cling to any metal surface while adding handmade charm to your space.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – simple amigurumi shapes, sewing, and assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 4–4.5 inches (10–11 cm) tall with DK yarn and 2.5–3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- DK or worsted cotton yarn:
- Beige/Cream – Body, head, wings, tufts
- Orange – Beak and feet
- White – Eye circles
- Black – Pupils (or 8–10 mm safety eyes)
- Crochet hook: 2.5–3.0 mm
- Strong round craft magnet (approx. 20–25 mm)
- Polyfill stuffing
- Yarn needle & stitch marker
- Optional: blush, embroidery floss for extra detail
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR = Magic Ring
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase (2 sc in same st)
- dec = decrease (sc2tog)
- sl st = slip stitch
- ch = chain
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- FO = fasten off
🐤 Body & Head (Beige, worked as one piece)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–13. sc around (30) - (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
👉 Insert magnet flat against the back wall, stuff body firmly. - (sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6)
FO, close, and weave in end.
👁 Oversized Eye Circles (Make 2 – White)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24) ✅ stop here for large exaggerated eyes
FO, leave long tail for sewing.
👉 Sew to face, placing them close together.
👉 Add black felt circles, embroider pupils, or insert safety eyes in the middle.
👃 Beak (Orange)
- MR, 4 sc (4)
- sc around (4)
- dec x2 (2)
FO, pinch into a triangle and sew between eyes.
🪽 Wings (Make 2 – Beige)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- (sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–5. sc around (9) - (sc, dec) x3 (6)
Flatten and FO. Sew slightly downward on sides of body.
🐾 Feet (Make 2 – Orange, with 3 Toes Each)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- Toe 1: ch 3, sl st back into same st
Toe 2: ch 3, sl st into next st
Toe 3: ch 3, sl st into next st - Sc around rest of circle, FO.
👉 Position so three little toes point forward. Sew under body.
🐥 Ear Tufts (Make 2 – Beige)
- Ch 5
- sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 3 (4)
FO, leave tail and sew to top sides of head.
🧲 Magnet Placement
- Insert a strong round magnet into the back of the body before final stuffing.
- Optional: hot glue a felt circle inside to secure the magnet and prevent shifting.
✨ Finishing Touches
- Add a touch of blush on cheeks with pastel or fabric paint.
- Embroider tiny feather lines on belly (optional).
- Make a whole parliament of owls in different colors for fun fridge decor!
💡 Display Ideas
Use your owl to hold shopping lists, photos, or notes on your fridge. They also make adorable handmade gifts, especially when paired with fruit magnets. 🦉🍊🥝
