Celebrate love in every stitch with this sweet and snuggly Amigurumi Lovebirds crochet pattern! 💕🧶 Perched side by side with soft feathers and gentle expressions, these charming little birds are perfect for Valentine’s Day, wedding gifts, or simply adding a romantic touch to your handmade collection. Their cozy round shapes and delicate details make them a joy to craft, whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting your amigurumi journey.
With endless possibilities for color combinations and accessories, you can personalize your lovebirds to match any mood or occasion—think tiny heart accents, floral crowns, or even a cozy little nest! Whether displayed on a shelf, gifted to someone special, or used as a sweet décor piece, these Amigurumi Lovebirds are a delightful way to stitch up a little affection, one loop at a time. 🐦💗✨
💕 Amigurumi Lovebirds Crochet Pattern
Bring a touch of romance into your crochet with these colorful amigurumi lovebirds! Sitting together with their beaks touching, these adorable parrots make the perfect handmade gift for Valentine’s Day, weddings, or any cozy home décor.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – requires color changes, shaping, and sewing parts.
📏 Finished Size
Each bird measures approx. 18 cm (7 in) tall with DK cotton yarn and a 2.5 mm crochet hook.
🧶 Materials
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DK cotton yarn in:
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Light pink – belly
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Red – face/head patch
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Light blue – head, wings, back
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Dark blue – tail and lower wings
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White – eye patches
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Yellow – beaks
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Brown – feet, perch stick (optional)
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10 mm black safety eyes (or embroider)
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Polyester fiberfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle, scissors, stitch markers
🧵 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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ch – Chain
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sl st – Slip stitch
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BLO/FLO – Back/Front Loop Only
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FO – Fasten off
🪶 BODY (Make 2)
Start with pink (belly):
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MR, 6 sc
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inc ×6 → 12
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(sc, inc) ×6 → 18
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(2 sc, inc) ×6 → 24
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(3 sc, inc) ×6 → 30
6–12. sc (30)
👉 Switch to red (face/head patch):
13–17. sc (30)
👉 Switch to light blue (head & back):
18–24. sc (30)
25. (3 sc, dec) ×6 → 24
26. (2 sc, dec) ×6 → 18
27. (sc, dec) ×6 → 12
28. dec ×6 → 6
FO, close. Stuff firmly.
🦜 WINGS (Make 4 – 2 light blue, 2 dark blue per bird)
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MR, 6 sc
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(sc, inc) ×3 → 9
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(2 sc, inc) ×3 → 12
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(3 sc, inc) ×3 → 15
5–6. sc around (15)
FO. Flatten. Sew one light blue layered on top of one dark blue. Attach to side of body.
🦚 TAIL (Dark Blue, Make 2)
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ch 12
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sc across (11), ch 1 turn
3–5. sc rows (11)
Taper: dec each end until 5 sts remain.
FO. Sew to bottom back of body.
👀 EYE PATCHES (White, Make 2 per bird)
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MR, 6 sc
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inc ×6 → 12
FO.
👉 Sew on red head patch, place safety eye (10 mm) in center.
🧡 BEAKS (Yellow, Make 2)
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MR, 6 sc
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sc around (6)
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(sc, dec) ×2 → 4
Lightly stuff. FO.
👉 Sew between eyes. For kissing look, position so tips touch.
🦶 FEET (Brown, Make 4)
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MR, 6 sc
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sc around (6)
FO with long tail. Sew in pairs, slightly curved over branch.
🌿 OPTIONAL PERCH
Use a real stick (sealed) or crochet a branch:
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With brown yarn, ch 40
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sc across for 2 rows
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Roll and sew into cylinder
Attach under birds, sew feet to perch.
🪡 ASSEMBLY
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Attach wings to each side, slightly forward-facing.
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Sew tail to bottom back.
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Attach white eye patches with safety eyes.
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Position and sew beaks so they touch.
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Add feet, sewing securely to perch.
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Add blush (pink yarn or powder) to cheeks if desired.
🎨 COLOR CHANGE TIPS
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Always switch yarn in the last pull-through of the stitch before the new color to create clean transitions.
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Carry yarn inside the body to avoid visible gaps.
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For a smooth head patch (red → blue), embroider a few extra red stitches into the blue rows for a seamless line.
🌸 Final Thoughts
These Amigurumi Lovebirds are a heartwarming pair, perfect for celebrating love. With their bright plumage, layered wings, and touching beaks, they make an adorable display on a perch or as a gift for someone special.
