Capture the graceful beauty of a Lark with this Amigurumi Lark crochet pattern! 🐦✨ With its delicate wings, cheerful expression, and vibrant plumage, this design brings the essence of this charming songbird to life in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a nature-inspired décor piece, a heartfelt gift, or simply love bird-themed amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a delightful addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in feather textures, color gradients, and even tiny accessories like embroidered details or a miniature perch to enhance its charm. Choose classic yellows and browns for a realistic look or experiment with pastel hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a wildlife setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi lark is sure to impress.
Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this joyful bird to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🐦 Amigurumi Lark Crochet Pattern
Bring a touch of songbird charm to your home with this adorable amigurumi lark! With bold stripes, layered wings, and lifelike details, this bird is perfect for nature lovers and plush collectors alike. Perch it on a shelf, or gift it to a fellow birder!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, shaping, and assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 6–7 inches (15–18 cm) tall using DK weight yarn and a 2.5–3 mm crochet hook.
🧶 Materials
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Yarn (DK or light worsted weight):
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White (chest and face)
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Mustard or golden yellow (wings and flanks)
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Navy blue (back and head)
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Brown (beak, legs)
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Light brown or taupe (wing top layer)
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Hook: 2.5–3 mm
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10 mm safety eyes
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Stuffing (polyfill)
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Yarn needle
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Stitch markers
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Optional: Wire for legs for sturdy perching
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🧠 Head and Body (worked in one piece)
Begin with white:
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MR, 6 sc [6]
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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]
6–9. sc around [30]
Switch to navy blue (stripe across eyes and top of head):
10–14. sc around [30]
15. (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
16. (2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
17. (1 sc, dec) x6 [12] – Stuff the head firmly
18. sc around [12] (start of body)
19. (1 sc, inc) x6 [18]
20. (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
21. (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
Switch to mustard:
22–27. sc around [30]
28. (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
29. (2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
30. (1 sc, dec) x6 [12]
31. dec x6 [6]
FO and close, weave in tail.
🪶 Wings (Make 2)
Base layer (mustard):
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Ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 4 [5]
2–4. ch 1, turn, sc across [5] -
dec, sc 1, dec [3]
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dec, sc [2]
FO and set aside.
Top layer (taupe):
Repeat as above but stop at Row 5. Sew onto mustard layer with slight overlap.
Attach to body slightly angled toward tail.
🐤 Tail
With navy and white stripes:
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MR, 6 sc [6]
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(1 sc, inc) x3 [9]
3–7. sc around [9] – alternate color every 2 rows
FO, flatten, and sew to back.
👁 Eyes and Beak
Beak (brown):
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MR, 4 sc [4]
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sc around [4]
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dec x2 [2]
Stuff lightly, FO and sew under eyes.
Eyes:
Insert safety eyes between rounds 8–9, spaced ~6 stitches apart.
🦴 Legs (Make 2)
Using brown yarn (or wrap wire with yarn):
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Ch 10
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Sl st back along chain, ch 3 for toes
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Repeat toe shaping
FO and stitch to body base.
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Shape the beak slightly upward
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Stitch fine feather detail lines with contrasting yarn if desired
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Position wings symmetrically on sides
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Pose the tail slightly fanned
💡 Customization Ideas
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Use speckled yarn for a more natural plumage effect
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Add tiny loops to hang as ornaments
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Perch the lark on a mini crochet branch or wire perch
Let this lovely lark bring a peaceful songbird vibe to your handmade menagerie! 🎶🧵
