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Amigurumi Crane – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Crane – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Graceful, elegant, and full of symbolism—this Amigurumi Crane crochet pattern captures the beauty of this majestic bird in yarn form! With its long, slender neck, delicate wings, and poised stance, this design brings a touch of serenity and artistry to your amigurumi collection. Whether you’re crafting for a nature-inspired display, a meaningful gift, or simply love intricate crochet projects, this FREE pattern is a wonderful way to showcase your skills.

Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in wing positioning, color variations, and even tiny embroidered details to enhance its elegance. Choose classic white for a traditional crane look or experiment with soft blues and grays for a dreamy, artistic touch! Whether displayed as part of a collection or gifted as a symbol of peace and longevity, this amigurumi crane is sure to inspire. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this graceful bird to life! 🦢✨🧶

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🕊️ Amigurumi Crane – Free Crochet Pattern

Craft a majestic crane with a long neck, colorful wings, and long legs perfect for perching on display!

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, and attachment of multiple parts.

📏 Finished Size

Approx. 25–30 cm (10–12 inches) tall using DK or worsted yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

  • Yarn (DK or Worsted weight):

    • White (body, wings)

    • Dark pink or burgundy (head & upper neck)

    • Yellow (beak, legs)

    • Dark blue or black (wing tips)

  • 2.5–3.5 mm crochet hook

  • Fiberfill stuffing

  • Safety eyes (8–10 mm)

  • Tapestry needle

  • Stitch markers

  • Scissors

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single Crochet

  • inc – Increase (2 sc in 1 st)

  • dec – Decrease (sc2tog)

  • sl st – Slip Stitch

  • ch – Chain

  • FO – Fasten Off

  • st(s) – Stitch(es)

🧩 Pattern Instructions

🟡 Beak (Yellow)

  1. MR, 4 sc

  2. (1 sc, inc) x2 → 6

  3. sc around

  4. (2 sc, inc) x2 → 8

  5. sc around

  6. (3 sc, inc) x2 → 10
    7–8. sc around
    FO, stuff lightly.

🔴 Head & Neck (Start with Dark Pink/Burgundy)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 → 12

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 → 18

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 → 24
    5–6. sc around
    Switch to white.
    7–20. sc around (or until desired neck length)
    Stuff as you go. FO.

Attach safety eyes to the head before final closure.

⚪ Body (White)

  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

  8. (5 sc, dec) x6 → 36

  9. (4 sc, dec) x6 → 30

  10. (3 sc, dec) x6 → 24

  11. (2 sc, dec) x6 → 18

  12. (1 sc, dec) x6 → 12

  13. dec x6 → 6
    Stuff firmly, FO and close.

🪽 Wings (Make 2 – White and Dark Blue Tip)

Start with white:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 → 12

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 → 18

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 → 24
    5–9. sc around
    Switch to dark blue
    10–15. sc around
    Fold wing flat, sc across top to close, FO and leave a long tail for sewing.

🟡 Legs (Make 2 – Yellow)

  1. ch 6, turn, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across → 5
    2–18. sc across each row → 5 sts
    FO, roll into a tube and stitch closed. Make three short toes using ch 6 and work back with sl st.

🧵 Assembly

  1. Sew beak to the center of head.

  2. Attach neck to body top.

  3. Sew wings to each side.

  4. Sew legs to underside of body.

  5. Position safety eyes and secure.

  6. Embroider small details (optional).

This graceful amigurumi crane will be a perfect handmade gift or a charming decoration. Its elegance makes it a standout piece in any crochet collection!


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