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! 🦢✨🧶
🕊️ Amigurumi Crane Crochet Pattern
Bring a touch of elegance to your crochet collection with this graceful amigurumi crane. With its long neck, slender beak, and delicate wings, this handmade bird is perfect as a gift or a striking display piece.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – includes shaping, color changes, and assembly of multiple parts.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 25–30 cm (10–12 inches) tall when made with DK or worsted yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (DK or Worsted weight):
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White – body & wings
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Dark pink/burgundy – head & neck
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Yellow – beak & legs
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Dark blue – wing tips
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Crochet hook: 2.5–3.5 mm
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Safety eyes (8–10 mm)
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch markers
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Scissors
🪡 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 same st)
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dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
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sl st – Slip Stitch
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ch – Chain
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FO – Fasten Off
🧩 Pattern Instructions
🟡 Beak (Yellow)
The crane’s beak is long and narrow.
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MR, 4 sc (4)
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(1 sc, inc) ×2 → (6)
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sc around (6)
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(2 sc, inc) ×2 → (8)
5–14. sc around (8) → lengthens beak -
(3 sc, inc) ×2 → (10)
16–20. sc around (10)
FO, stuff lightly.
🔴 Head & Neck (Dark Pink → White)
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With burgundy, MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc ×6 → (12)
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(1 sc, inc) ×6 → (18)
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(2 sc, inc) ×6 → (24)
5–8. sc around (24) → forms rounded head
👉 Place safety eyes between rounds 4–5, about 6–7 sts apart.
9–34. Continue in burgundy, sc around (24) → long neck (approx. 12 cm / 25–30 rounds total)
35–38. Switch to white, sc around (24)
FO, stuff as you go.
⚪ Body (White)
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc ×6 → (12)
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(1 sc, inc) ×6 → (18)
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(2 sc, inc) ×6 → (24)
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(3 sc, inc) ×6 → (30)
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(4 sc, inc) ×6 → (36)
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(5 sc, inc) ×6 → (42)
8–20. sc around (42) -
(5 sc, dec) ×6 → (36)
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(4 sc, dec) ×6 → (30)
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(3 sc, dec) ×6 → (24)
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(2 sc, dec) ×6 → (18)
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(1 sc, dec) ×6 → (12)
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dec ×6 → (6)
FO, stuff firmly and close.
🪽 Wings (Make 2 – White with Dark Blue Tips)
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With white, MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc ×6 → (12)
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(1 sc, inc) ×6 → (18)
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(2 sc, inc) ×6 → (24)
5–8. sc around (24) -
(3 sc, dec) ×6 → (20) → slight taper
10–12. sc around (20)
Switch to dark blue:
13–18. sc around (20) -
(3 sc, dec) ×4 → (16) → tapered wing tip
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sc around (16)
FO, flatten and sew across top edge. Leave long tail for attaching.
🟡 Legs & Toes (Yellow, Make 2)
Legs:
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ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across → (6)
2–25. sc across (6) → long tube shape
FO, stuff lightly.
Toes (make 3 per foot):
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ch 8, sl st back along chain (7) → one toe
Repeat 3 times, attaching each to bottom of leg.
🧵 Assembly
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Sew beak to front of head, centered.
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Attach neck securely to body top.
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Sew wings on either side, slightly angled downward.
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Attach legs to underside of body, toes pointing forward.
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Adjust stuffing to balance crane in sitting position.
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Embroider small details like nostrils or feather lines if desired.
🎉 Finished Crane
Your amigurumi crane is complete! With its long neck, slim beak, and perched legs, this elegant bird makes a beautiful handmade décor piece or a thoughtful gift.
