Oh, the joy of crafting a bird of paradise amigurumi! 🌺 If you’ve ever been enchanted by the vibrant colors and exotic allure of the bird of paradise flower, you’ll understand why replicating it in the art of amigurumi is so appealing. This little crochet project brings together the satisfaction of crafting with the beauty of nature, transforming a bundle of yarn into something truly spectacular. The process itself is a delightful journey of creativity, where one can play with color combinations that mimic the flower’s striking palette. Think of it as painting a masterpiece, but with yarn and a crochet hook. 🎨
Creating an amigurumi bird of paradise pattern isn’t as daunting as it might seem. It all starts with choosing the right yarn, typically vibrant shades of orange, blue, and green. Then comes the fun part: crocheting each petal and leaf, often starting with a magic ring and working outwards. Stitch by stitch, the flower takes form, with each loop on the hook bringing you closer to your own little woolly wonder. As someone who loves both crochet and gardening, blending these passions into a single craft is both rewarding and delightfully meditative. 🌿 By the time you assemble the final piece, you’ll have not just a crochet project, but a miniature work of art to cherish or gift to fellow nature lovers.
🦜 Amigurumi Bird of Paradise Pattern
Add a tropical flair to your crochet collection with this striking Bird of Paradise. Featuring vibrant plumage and regal posture, it’s a fun and rewarding project for intermediate crafters who love nature-inspired pieces.
📏 Finished Size:
Approx. 30 cm (12 in) from beak to tail
🧶 Skill Level:
Intermediate
✂️ Materials:
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DK or worsted weight cotton yarn in:
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White (head)
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Orange (body, tail, crest)
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Yellow (beak, toes, wing/tail accents)
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Blue (wings, tail feathers)
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Black (crest tip and claws)
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2.5 mm or 3.0 mm crochet hook
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10 mm safety eyes
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Yarn needle
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Polyester stuffing
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Stitch marker
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Floral wire or pipe cleaners (optional for tail support)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms):
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MR – magic ring
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sc – single crochet
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inc – increase (2 sc in 1 stitch)
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dec – decrease (sc 2 together)
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sl st – slip stitch
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ch – chain
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BLO – back loops only
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st(s) – stitch(es)
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… – repeat the sequence
🧷 Pattern Instructions
🐦 Head (White):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc, inc x6 (18)
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2 sc, inc x6 (24)
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3 sc, inc x6 (30)
6–12. sc around (30) -
3 sc, dec x6 (24)
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2 sc, dec x6 (18)
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 7–8, approx. 7 stitches apart. -
sc, dec x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
Fasten off, stuff.
🧡 Body (Orange):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc, inc x6 (18)
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2 sc, inc x6 (24)
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3 sc, inc x6 (30)
6–18. sc around (30) -
3 sc, dec x6 (24)
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2 sc, dec x6 (18)
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sc, dec x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6)
Stuff firmly, fasten off.
🐣 Beak (Yellow):
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MR, 4 sc
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sc, inc x2 (6)
3–5. sc around (6)
Stuff lightly, sew to center of face.
👁️ Crest Feathers (Make 5, Various Colors):
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Ch 12
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Starting in 2nd ch: sl st, sc, hdc, dc in next 4, hdc, sc, sl st
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Optional: use black for tips of 2 feathers
Sew onto head in fan formation.
🪽 Wings (Make 2):
With Blue:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc, inc x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18)
Change to Yellow:
7–10. sc around (18)
Flatten and sew to sides of body.
🪶 Tail Feathers (Make 3 Layers):
Top Layer (Orange):
Ch 28, sc across (27), fasten off
Middle Layer (Yellow):
Ch 26, sc across (25), fasten off
Bottom Layer (Blue):
Ch 30, sc across (29), fasten off
Stack and sew to back base of body.
🦶 Feet (Make 2, Yellow or Black):
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MR, 5 sc
2–5. sc around (5)
Flatten and sew under the body. Position bird to sit or attach pipe cleaners inside to perch on a stick.
✨ Final Tips:
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Embroider a tiny line under the eyes for expression.
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Add blush using dry pastel for extra charm.
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Insert floral wire into tail feathers if you want the tail to fan or curl for display.
