Bring the adorable charm of a Duckling to life with this Amigurumi Duckling crochet pattern! 🐥✨ With its round body, tiny wings, and cheerful expression, this design captures the essence of this beloved little bird in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a farm-inspired décor piece, a heartfelt gift, or simply love bird-themed amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a delightful addition to your collection.
Designed for crocheters of all skill levels, this pattern allows for customization in feather textures, color variations, and even tiny accessories like embroidered details or a miniature pond setting to enhance its personality. Choose classic yellow for a traditional look or experiment with pastel hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a nature-themed setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi duckling is sure to bring smiles.
Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this charming little bird to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🐥 Amigurumi Duckling FREE Crochet Pattern
Bring the charm of the forest to your crochet collection with this adorable amigurumi duckling! With its soft mint green body, round beak, and little webbed feet, this sweet duckling is perfect for spring decor, baby gifts, or woodland-themed nurseries.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Basic shaping, simple sewing, and minor color changes.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 7–9 inches (18–23 cm) tall when made with worsted-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Mint Green (Body, head, wings)
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White or Cream (Belly patch)
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Orange (Beak, feet)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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10–12 mm safety eyes
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Polyfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch markers
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Optional: strands of white or light yarn for the tuft of hair
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head & Body (worked in one piece, from top down)
Start with mint green:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–10. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Place safety eyes between Rounds 6–7, about 6–7 sts apart
Stuff the head firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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inc x6 (18) – begin body
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
17–20. sc around (30) -
(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
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(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly -
dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
🐣 Belly Patch
Use white:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
FO and sew to front of body.
🐤 Beak
Use orange:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around
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(1 sc, dec) x4 (8)
Lightly stuff
FO and sew to center of face, just under the eyes.
🪽 Wings (Make 2)
Use mint green:
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MR, 6 sc
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–5. sc around -
(1 sc, dec) x3 (6)
Flatten slightly, FO and sew to sides of body.
🦶 Feet (Make 2)
Use orange:
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MR, 6 sc
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inc x6 (12)
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sc around
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(1 sc, dec) x4 (8)
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sc around
Flatten, shape lightly into webbed foot, and sew to bottom of body.
✨ Finishing Touches
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Add a tiny tuft of yarn to the top of the head and secure with a knot from inside. Trim to desired length.
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Embroider a small smile if desired.
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Blush the cheeks with light pink yarn or a dab of fabric-safe blush for a cute touch.
💡 Customization Ideas
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Use yellow instead of green for a classic duckling
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Add a mini bow tie or flower for flair
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Create a whole duck family in different pastel shades
This little duckling is just waiting to waddle into someone’s heart! 🦆💕
