Bring a burst of feathered charm to your crochet collection with the Amigurumi Black Canary, a delightful little bird that’s as lively as it is lovable! 🐦🧶 With its perfectly rounded body, bright yellow beak and feet, and soft gray-blue wing outlines, this plush black bird is a joy to stitch and even more fun to display. Its glossy eyes with yellow rings add a spark of personality, making it a standout companion for bird enthusiasts and plush lovers alike.
Perfect for crocheters who enjoy playful shapes and expressive details, this pattern invites you to create a feathered friend full of character and warmth. Whether perched on a shelf, nestled in a nature-themed setup, or gifted to someone special, the Amigurumi Black Canary is a joyful way to stitch up charm, color, and a sprinkle of handmade magic—one loop at a time! 🧵✨🌼
🐦 Amigurumi Black Canary Crochet Pattern
This adorable plush black bird features a perfectly rounded body, bright yellow beak and feet, and soft gray-blue wing outlines. Its glossy eyes with yellow rings give it a lively expression, making it an irresistible project for bird or plush lovers alike.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – simple shaping, minimal sewing, and basic color changes.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 5–6 in (13–15 cm) tall when made with chunky velvet or plush yarn and a 3.5–4 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn:
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Black – main body, head, and wings
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Mustard yellow – beak and feet
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Slate / gray-blue – wing edging
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12 mm safety eyes (add yellow felt or crochet rings for the yellow eye rims)
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Polyfill stuffing
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Crochet hook 3.5–4 mm
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Tapestry needle & stitch markers
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Optional: hot-glue / fabric-glue for securing eyes or felt accents
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same st)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🪶 Body & Head (Black – worked as one piece)
1️⃣ MR 6 sc (6)
2️⃣ inc ×6 (12)
3️⃣ (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
4️⃣ (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
5️⃣ (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
6–14️⃣ sc around (30)
15️⃣ (4 sc, dec) ×5 (25)
16️⃣ sc around (25)
17️⃣ (3 sc, dec) ×5 (20)
➡ Insert safety eyes between R8–R9, spaced ≈ 7 sts apart.
➡ Stuff firmly to achieve the rounded, ball-like shape.
18️⃣ (2 sc, dec) ×5 (15)
19️⃣ (sc, dec) ×5 (10)
20️⃣ dec ×5 (5) → FO and close.
💛 Beak (Mustard Yellow)
1️⃣ MR 5 sc (5)
2️⃣ (1 sc, inc) ×2 + 1 sc (7)
3️⃣ sc around (7)
4️⃣ dec ×2 + sc 3 (5), FO.
Form a short cone and sew firmly between eyes; the tip should point slightly downward (as in photo).
🪽 Wings (Make 2 – Black with Gray-Blue Edging)
1️⃣ MR 6 sc (6)
2️⃣ (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
3️⃣ (2 sc, inc) ×3 (12)
4–6️⃣ sc around (12), FO.
Flatten slightly to create a teardrop shape.
Edging: Join gray-blue yarn to outer edge; sl st evenly around; FO.
Attach each wing midway down the body sides, angled slightly back.
🐾 Feet (Make 2 – Mustard Yellow)
Each foot has three stubby toes like the photo.
Ch 5, sl st back 4 (1st toe).
Ch 4, sl st back 3 (2nd toe).
Ch 4, sl st back 3 (3rd toe). FO.
Sew flat under the front body so toes curve forward.
👁️ Eye Detail (for Yellow Ring)
Cut two small yellow felt washers or crochet rings (MR 6 sc, FO) and place beneath each safety eye before securing.
This recreates the distinct yellow-ringed eye look from the photo.
✂️ Assembly
1️⃣ Sew beak centered between eyes.
2️⃣ Attach wings symmetrically on each side.
3️⃣ Sew feet to bottom front so the bird sits upright.
4️⃣ Optional – add tiny white thread stitches for eye sparkle.
🎀 Finishing Touch
Your plump little Black Bird is complete – round, bright-eyed, and full of personality! 🐦
Display it on a shelf, gift it to a friend, or crochet a whole flock in different colors — this soft, squishy companion is guaranteed to bring a smile wherever it perches.
