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Amigurumi Chubby Bird – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Chubby Bird – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Add a little round, feathery charm to your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Chubby Bird pattern! Whether you’re crafting for bird lovers, whimsical decor, or just want an adorable little companion, this free pattern lets you stitch up a delightfully plump and fluffy bird full of personality. With its soft, rounded body, tiny wings, and cheerful expression, this amigurumi creation is sure to brighten any space. Perfect as a pocket-sized friend, a playful ornament, or a heartwarming gift, this chubby bird brings cozy crochet fun in the cutest way possible!

Designed for customization, this pattern lets you experiment with different bird colors, embroidered features, and charming accessories to make each bird uniquely yours. Add tiny feet for a lifelike touch, stitch expressive eyes for extra personality, or even create a whole flock in various shades! Whether perched on a shelf, gifted to a fellow bird enthusiast, or simply made for the joy of crochet, this amigurumi chubby bird is a quick and delightful project that celebrates the simple charm of nature—one stitch at a time! 🐦🧶✨

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🐦 Amigurumi Chubby Bird – FREE Crochet Pattern

This chubby bird with bright belly colors, stubby wings, and little tuft feathers is the perfect cheerful companion! Great for gift-giving or nursery decor, this project includes clear instructions for color changes to get that charming multicolored look.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Involves color changes, shaping, and multiple parts assembly.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 8–10 inches (20–25 cm) tall using velvet or worsted weight yarn and a 3.5–4 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Velvet or worsted weight yarn in:

    • Light Purple (head, upper body, arms)

    • Bright Blue (lower body, wings)

    • Mustard Yellow (beak, belly patch, feet)

  • 10–12 mm safety eyes

  • 3.5–4 mm crochet hook

  • Polyfill stuffing

  • Tapestry needle

  • Stitch marker

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off

🧠 Head (Light Purple)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)

  7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
    8–16. sc around (42)
    Insert safety eyes between Rounds 9–10, spaced 10 stitches apart

  8. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)

  9. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)

  10. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
    Stuff firmly

  11. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  12. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  13. dec x6 (6)
    FO and close.

🐣 Body (Work bottom-up – start in Blue)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)

  6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)

  7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
    8–13. sc around (42)
    Change to Light Purple:

✳️ How to change colors:
On the last stitch of the round, insert hook into stitch, yarn over with the new color (Light Purple), pull through both loops to complete the stitch. Continue in new color without fastening off the old one if you’re planning to carry it or switch back later.

14–20. sc around (42)
Stuff and FO. Sew to head.

✋ Wings (Make 2 – Start in Light Purple → Switch to Blue)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–6. sc around (12)
    7–9. sc around (12) with Blue
    Stuff lightly, flatten, FO and sew to each side of body.

👃 Beak (Yellow)

  1. MR, 4 sc

  2. inc x4 (8)

  3. sc around
    FO, stuff lightly, and sew between the eyes.

🐾 Feet (Make 2 – Yellow)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–4. sc around
    Divide stitches into 3 equal toes (4 sc per toe), work each individually:
    Toe: 4 sc × 2 rounds, FO
    Repeat for remaining 2 toes.
    Sew flat to bottom.

🌟 Belly Patch (Yellow Triangle)

  1. Ch 1

  2. Row 1: sc 3

  3. Row 2: inc at each end, sc center (5)

  4. Row 3: inc at each end, sc center (7)

  5. Row 4: repeat (9)

  6. Continue until width matches body center, FO and sew centered to belly using invisible stitches.

🌱 Head Feathers (Make 3 – Light Purple)

  1. Ch 4

  2. sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc, sl st
    Repeat x2
    Sew centered on head top.

✂️ Assembly Tips

  • Sew head firmly to body for stability.

  • Position wings slightly tilted downward for cuteness.

  • Place beak just below eye line.

  • Use pins to position before final stitching.

💡 Customization Ideas

  • Add tiny backpack, bow, or glasses

  • Swap color scheme to match favorite birds (bluejay, canary, robin)

  • Use embroidery floss for feather detail on belly or wings

This adorable chunky bird is perfect for cuddles, gifting, or brightening up your yarn shelf. The easy shaping and playful details make it a fun and rewarding crochet project. 🧶🐤💛


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