Add a peep of charm to your crafting corner with this Amigurumi Chick Pin Cushion crochet pattern! With its round, fluffy body and sweet little beak, this adorable chick is more than just cute—it’s a handy helper for keeping your pins and needles in place. Whether you’re organizing your sewing space, making a cheerful gift for a fellow crafter, or simply love functional amigurumi, this pattern lets you stitch up a pint-sized pal that’s both practical and full of personality. 🐣🧵✨
Designed for creativity, this pattern invites you to play with sunny yellows, soft pastels, or even speckled yarns for a fun twist. Add tiny wings, embroidered eyes, or a tuft of yarn fluff on top for extra flair. Whether perched on your sewing table or tucked into a project bag, this Amigurumi Chick Pin Cushion is a joyful and satisfying project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade cheer to every stitch! 🧶💖🌼
🐥 Amigurumi Chick Pin Cushion Crochet Pattern
Create a soft, plump little chick that’s perfect for spring decor or a functional pin cushion. This pattern is beginner-friendly and works up quickly!
🧶 Materials
- Worsted weight yarn in:
- Yellow (main body)
- Orange (beak, feet)
- Black (eyes or safety eyes)
- Brown (optional for brows)
- Crochet hook: 3.0 mm
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Embroidery needle (for eyes and brows)
- Straight pins with colorful heads (for display)
✨ Skill Level
Beginner – Basic amigurumi rounds and simple embroidery.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 9–10 cm (3.5–4″) tall
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- sc – Single Crochet
- inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)
- dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
- ch – Chain
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- FO – Fasten Off
- st – Stitch
🐣 Head & Body (Worked as One Piece)
In yellow yarn:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–18. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly - dec x6 (6)
FO, weave end through front loops to close
🐤 Wings (Make 2)
In yellow yarn:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- (sc, inc) x3 (9)
- (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
4–5. sc around (12)
Flatten and FO, leaving long tail. Sew to sides.
🧡 Beak
In orange yarn:
- MR, 4 sc (4)
- sc around (4)
- (sc, inc) x2 (6)
FO and sew below the eyes.
🧡 Feet (Make 2)
In orange yarn:
- ch 7, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and next 2 sts, ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch and next, then sl st in next st of main chain, ch 3 again, sl st back (3 toes). FO
Sew flat to the bottom.
🟡 Feather Tuft
In yellow yarn:
Make 3 mini chains of ch 5–7, sl st back, FO. Tie together and sew onto top center of head.
👁 Eyes & Face Details
Eyes:
- Use 6–8 mm black safety eyes OR embroider with black yarn in ovals.
- Stitch two tiny white dots on each for highlights.
Brows (Optional):
- Use brown or black thread to backstitch small curved lines above each eye.
🧷 Assembly
- Sew wings on each side at mid-body level.
- Attach feet flat at the bottom center.
- Add the beak centered below eyes.
- Stitch or glue feather tuft on top.
- Add straight pins for decoration!
💡 Tip:
Add a circle of cardboard or felt inside the base before stuffing for more stability as a pin cushion!
This tiny chick brings BIG charm to your crafting table. 🧷
