Soft, cheerful, and full of springtime charm—this Amigurumi Hatched Chick crochet pattern is the perfect way to celebrate new beginnings! With its tiny wings, fluffy texture, and adorable eggshell detail, this little chick is ready to bring warmth and joy to your handmade collection. Whether you’re crafting for Easter, a seasonal display, or simply love cute amigurumi designs, this FREE pattern is a delightful addition to your crochet lineup.
Designed for crocheters of all skill levels, this pattern allows for customization in eggshell shape, chick expressions, and even tiny accessories to enhance its personality. Choose classic yellow for a traditional chick look or experiment with pastel hues for a whimsical twist! Whether perched in an Easter basket, gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, or displayed as part of a springtime setup, this hatched chick is sure to spread smiles. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this little bundle of fluff to life! 🐣✨🧶
🐣 Hatched Chick Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
Celebrate spring or Easter with this sweet Hatched Chick amigurumi! With its zigzag shell and bright sunny yolk belly, it’s perfect as a seasonal decor piece or a cuddly gift for little ones.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner → Intermediate
Basic shaping, color changes, and simple surface construction.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 18–20 cm (7–8 inches) tall using DK yarn and a 2.5–3.0 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK or light worsted):
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White – head & upper body
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Brown – shell bottom & wings
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Yellow – belly yolk, beak, feet
Supplies:
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2.5–3.0 mm crochet hook
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8–10 mm safety eyes
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Polyester fiberfill
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Yarn needle
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Stitch marker
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Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – Invisible decrease
sl st – Slip stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten off
Head (White)
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 → 12
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 → 18
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 → 24
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 → 30
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 → 36
R7–R13: sc around (36)
Insert safety eyes between R9–10, spaced about 7 stitches apart.
R14: (4 sc, dec) ×6 → 30
R15: (3 sc, dec) ×6 → 24
R16: (2 sc, dec) ×6 → 18
R17: (sc, dec) ×6 → 12
Stuff firmly.
R18: dec ×6 → 6
Fasten off and close.
Beak (Yellow)
R1: MR 6
R2: (sc, inc) ×3 → 9
R3: sc around (9)
R4: (sc, dec) ×3 → 6
Lightly stuff, flatten slightly, and sew centered below the eyes.
Body (White → Yellow → Brown)
Start in white.
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 → 12
R3: (sc, inc) ×6 → 18
R4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 → 24
R5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 → 30
R6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 → 36
R7–R9: sc around (36)
Change to yellow.
R10–R13: sc around (36)
(this forms the large oval yolk belly)
Change to brown.
R14: (4 sc, dec) ×6 → 30
R15: (3 sc, dec) ×6 → 24
R16: (2 sc, dec) ×6 → 18
R17: (sc, dec) ×6 → 12
Stuff firmly.
R18: dec ×6 → 6
Fasten off and close.
Wings (Make 2 – Brown)
R1: MR 6
R2: (sc, inc) ×3 → 9
R3–R6: sc around (9)
R7: (sc, dec) ×3 → 6
Lightly stuff and flatten slightly.
Fasten off and leave long tail for sewing.
Feet (Make 2 – Yellow)
R1: MR 6
R2: inc ×6 → 12
R3–R5: sc around (12)
R6: (2 sc, dec) ×3 → 9
Stuff firmly and flatten the base slightly.
Fasten off and leave long tail.
Cracked Egg Shell Rim (White)
This is the raised zig-zag shell edge around the chick’s waist — not a flat applique.
Ch 34, join with sl st to form a ring.
Round 1: sc around (34)
Round 2: (sl st, 3 dc in next st, sl st in next st) repeat around
Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Assembly
1️⃣ Sew the head onto the body, slightly forward-tilted.
2️⃣ Sew the wings onto the sides of the body just below the head.
3️⃣ Sew the feet to the front bottom so the chick sits upright.
4️⃣ Wrap the shell rim around the waist where the yellow yolk meets the brown shell and sew in place.
5️⃣ Sew the beak centered between the eyes.
Optional: embroider a tiny smile for extra sweetness.
🌼 Final Touch
Your Hatched Chick is now complete — round, cuddly, and freshly cracked from its shell. With its chunky feet, fluffy wings, sunny yolk belly, and crisp eggshell edge, it looks just like the photo and makes the perfect springtime decoration or handmade gift.
A tiny bundle of crochet sunshine ready to brighten any shelf or basket. 🐤✨
