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Amigurumi Rainbow Butterfly – FREE Crochet Pattern

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Amigurumi Rainbow Butterfly – FREE Crochet Pattern
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Oh, the sheer joy of creating an amigurumi rainbow butterfly! 🌈🦋 There’s something truly magical about transforming a ball of yarn into a delightful, colorful creature. The vibrant blend of colors captures the essence of a rainbow, infusing each loop and stitch with a sense of wonder and playfulness. Whenever I sit down to design one, I feel like a kid in a candy store, picking out the most vivid hues to bring my tiny butterfly to life. It’s a creative process that never ceases to surprise and delight me, and I can’t help but smile as I watch it take shape.

The process of crafting a rainbow butterfly amigurumi is a captivating journey. It all starts with selecting the perfect yarn—soft, vibrant, and full of potential. Then, with my trusty crochet hook in hand, I set about bringing my vision to life. Each stitch is a step closer to creating a whimsical creature that seems to flutter with its own unique personality. As I work, I often find myself lost in the rhythm of crocheting, with the bright colors dancing before my eyes, filling the room with a joyful energy. It’s immensely satisfying to see the wings take form, each color merging into the next, creating a harmonious spectrum that never fails to brighten my day. 🌟

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🦋 Amigurumi Rainbow Butterfly Crochet Pattern

Bring joy and color to your crochet collection with this cheerful rainbow butterfly! With soft textured wings in vibrant stripes and a smiling face full of personality, this adorable butterfly is perfect for spring decor, children’s gifts, or a whimsical display piece.

✨ Skill Level

Intermediate – Includes color changes, shaping, wing construction, and assembling curved parts.

📏 Finished Size

Approximately 22–25 cm (9–10 inches) tall with DK yarn and a 3 mm hook.

🧶 Materials

Yarn (DK or worsted weight recommended):

  • Light grey (Head, arms, legs)

  • Yellow (Lower body, antennae)

  • Rainbow colors (Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple for wings and upper body)

Other Supplies:

  • 3 mm crochet hook

  • 9–12 mm safety eyes

  • Tapestry needle

  • Stitch markers

  • Polyester stuffing

  • Embroidery thread (black for smile and eyelash detail)

  • Wire (optional, for antennae or wings)

🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR – Magic Ring

  • sc – Single Crochet

  • inc – Increase

  • dec – Decrease

  • ch – Chain

  • sl st – Slip Stitch

  • FO – Fasten Off

  • BLO – Back Loop Only

🐛 Head (Grey)

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)

  4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)

  5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
    6–13. sc around (30)
    Insert safety eyes between rounds 7–8, 7 stitches apart

  6. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)

  7. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)

  8. (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)

  9. dec x6 (6)
    FO, close hole. Embroider smile and optional lashes.

🌈 Body (Rainbow stripes)

Start from neck base downward, alternating 2–3 rounds per color.

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)

  3. (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
    4–6. sc (18) – Red
    7–9. sc (18) – Orange
    10–11. sc (18) – Yellow
    12–13. sc (18) – Green
    14–15. sc (18) – Blue
    16–17. sc (18) – Purple
    FO and stuff

👣 Arms & Legs (Make 2 of each – Grey)

Arms:

  1. MR, 6 sc
    2–8. sc (6)
    FO, do not stuff. Flatten and sew to body sides.

Legs:

  1. MR, 6 sc

  2. inc x6 (12)
    3–5. sc (12)

  3. (2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
    7–8. sc (9)
    Stuff lightly and sew to bottom of body.

🔄 Antennae (Make 2 – Yellow)

  1. MR, 5 sc
    2–12. sc (5)
    FO, sew to top of head with curl or bend shape. Optionally insert floral wire.

🦋 Wings (Make 4 pieces: 2 upper + 2 lower)

Upper Wing (Rainbow):

Work in rows, not rounds.

  1. With red, ch 9

  2. sc in 2nd ch and across (8)

  3. Turn, ch 1, inc, sc 6, inc (10)
    4–5. Repeat pattern increasing at edges to ~18–20 sts

  4. Change color to orange, repeat 2 rows

  5. Repeat with yellow, green, blue, and purple, working each color 2 rows with increases at both ends to curve shape

FO and block wings flat.

Lower Wing (Same as upper but smaller – begin with ch 6 and fewer rows)

Sew upper and lower wings together before attaching to back.

✂️ Final Assembly

  • Attach head to top of body

  • Sew arms at shoulder height, legs at base

  • Attach wings firmly to back (overlap slightly)

  • Adjust and stitch antennae securely

  • Add light blush to cheeks if desired with yarn or crayon

💡 Customization Ideas

  • Use sparkle or ombré yarn for magical effects

  • Add beads or embroidery for wing detail

  • Turn into a hanging mobile or wall art with floral wire or hoops

This fluttery rainbow butterfly is sure to brighten anyone’s day with its joyful wings and cheerful smile! 🌈🦋


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