Celebrate the beauty of Australia with this Amigurumi Aussie-Themed Set crochet pattern! Featuring a delightful mix of iconic wildlife and cultural symbols, this charming collection brings together a cuddly kangaroo with its joey, tree-hugging koalas, a vibrant cockatoo, boomerangs, the Aussie flag, and a lush eucalyptus tree. Each piece is designed with intricate details and playful charm, making this set perfect for adding a touch of Down Under magic to your handmade creations. Whether you’re crafting for nature lovers, showcasing Australian pride, or simply enjoy making themed amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a lively and heartwarming tribute to the Land Down Under! 🇦🇺✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of earthy browns, soft grays, and bright yellows to bring each character to life. Add embroidered details, tiny accessories like a miniature pouch for the joey or a delicate eucalyptus leaf for the koalas, or even stitch up a full Aussie-inspired display for a stunning showcase! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a joyful accent, or made simply for the love of crafting, this Amigurumi Aussie-Themed Set is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade Australian charm to every stitch! 🧶💖
🇦🇺 Aussie-Themed Amigurumi Set Crochet Pattern
Celebrate the heart of Australia with this vibrant amigurumi collection! Featuring a kangaroo and joey, tree-hugging koalas, a colorful cockatoo, boomerangs, the Aussie flag, and a eucalyptus tree that stands tall — this project is a true outback tribute.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves color changes, small parts, shaping, and wired support.
📏 Finished Sizes
- Kangaroo: approx. 10–12 in (25–30 cm) tall
- Joey: approx. 4 in (10 cm) tall
- Koalas: 4–6 in (10–15 cm) tall
- Cockatoo: 5 in (13 cm) tall
- Tree: 10–12 in (25–30 cm) tall
- Boomerangs & Flag: 2–3 in each
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK or Worsted weight):
- Light Brown, Cream, Dark Brown (Kangaroo)
- Grey, White, Black (Koalas)
- Yellow, White, Teal, Orange (Cockatoo)
- Brown, Green (Tree)
- Red, Blue, White (Flag)
- Orange, Brown (Boomerangs)
Tools & Extras:
- Crochet hook 2.5–3.5 mm
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Polyfill stuffing
- Floral wire or wooden dowel (for tree)
- Black embroidery thread (for details)
- Safety eyes (8–12 mm)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
BLO/FLO – Back/Front Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off
🦘 Kangaroo & Joey
Kangaroo Body
With light brown yarn:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–20. sc around (30) - (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
– Stuff and FO
Belly Patch
With cream:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24), FO
Sew to front of body
Legs (Make 2)
Start with dark brown for feet:
- MR, 6 sc
- (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–5. sc around
Switch to light brown:
6–12. sc around (9), stuff
FO, sew to bottom sides
Arms with Fingers (Make 2)
Start with dark brown:
- MR, 4 sc
2–3. sc around
Switch to light brown:
4–10. sc around
Fingers:
- ch 3, sl st into 2nd ch, FO
Make 2–3 per hand, sew to tip of arm
FO, attach to sides
Tail
- MR, 5 sc
2–10. sc around - dec every 3rd st (taper shape)
Stuff, bend and attach to back
Head
Repeat body start through 18 st
Add dark brown nose piece and white eye patches
Attach safety eyes
Stuff and sew to body
Ears (Make 2)
Outer (light brown), Inner (cream) ovals
Sew cream onto brown, fold and attach to head
Joey
Same structure, scaled down (use 6–18 st rounds)
Attach to a small pocket on the front of kangaroo’s belly
Pocket:
ch 12, sc across 4 rows, sew in U-shape, insert Joey
🐨 Koalas (Sitting + Tree-Climbing)
Body
With grey:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–12. sc around
Stuff and FO
Head
Same increase to 24 or 30 sts
Add white face circle and black oval nose
Attach safety eyes
Sew to body
Arms + Legs
Each is:
- MR, 6 sc
- sc 4–6 rounds
- Optional: add 3 small fingers (ch 3, sl st back, sew to tip)
Attach arms downward for sitting; upward for climbing koala
Ears
Large half circles (MR, 6 inc), sew to sides
Add fluff using brushed yarn or eyelash yarn for realism
🦜 Cockatoo
Body
With yellow:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–10. sc around
Switch to white
11–18. sc around, FO
Stuff and shape round
Beak
With black:
- MR, 6 sc
- sc around 2–3 rounds
FO, sew under eyes
Wings (Teal)
Make 2 oval flaps
ch 6, sc around with increases at corners
Attach to sides
Crest
With yellow:
ch 5, sl st into top of head
Make 3–5 for fan shape
Feet
ch 4, sl st back, make 2 claws per foot
Sew underneath
🌳 Eucalyptus Tree
Trunk
With brown:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
3–30+. sc around to desired height
Insert wooden dowel or strong wire inside
Stuff around base
Sew onto base with large green oval (base of tree)
Branches & Leaves
Branches: brown I-cord or short tubes
Leaves:
- ch 6, sc 4, sl st, turn, repeat to shape leaf
Sew leaves in pairs to ends of branches
Standing Support Tip:
Insert the bottom of the dowel into a thick base (crochet-covered disc, foam core, or plastic lid) for upright stability.
🪃 Boomerangs (Make 2)
With orange/brown:
- ch 8
- sc 4, turn 90°, sc 4
- sc around L-shape
Stuff lightly
Add stripes with contrast yarn
🇦🇺 Australian Flag
With blue:
- ch 12, sc rows until rectangle formed
Use red and white to surface crochet/embroider UK-style flag top left
Add white stars in Southern Cross formation with embroidery
✂️ Finishing Touches
- Position koala climbing by stitching to tree
- Use fabric stiffener or glue for fingers/toes if needed
- Joey should peek adorably from the pouch
- Weave in all ends securely
💡 Customization Ideas
- Add a wombat or emu next!
- Use Velcro to make Joey removable
- Create a felt map of Australia as a background
This outback-inspired amigurumi set brings a bit of Aussie magic into your hands. Whether you’re gifting it, decorating a nursery, or building an educational set — this project is pure Down Under delight! 🐨🦘🦜🇦🇺
