Elegant, quirky, and full of handcrafted charm—this Amigurumi Snipe crochet pattern is a delightful way to bring a touch of nature to your handmade collection! With its long beak, intricate detailing, and expressive eyes, this charming bird is perfect for forest-themed décor, heartfelt gifts, or simply adding a whimsical touch to your amigurumi lineup.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in feather textures, beak shape, and even tiny accessories to enhance its personality. Choose classic earthy tones for a realistic look or experiment with vibrant hues for a playful twist! Whether displayed as part of a nature-inspired setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi snipe is sure to bring smiles. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s create a tiny woodland wonder! 🐦✨
🪿 Amigurumi Snipe – FREE Crochet Pattern
Capture the charm of a woodland bird with this beautifully crafted Amigurumi Snipe. With its elegant stripes, long beak, and sturdy little legs, this crochet bird is a perfect handmade gift for birdwatchers, fall decor, or nursery companions.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes color changes, embroidery, shaping, and fine leg detail.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 6–7 inches (15–18 cm) tall using DK or worsted weight yarn and a 2.5–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- DK or worsted weight yarn in:
- Beige (body, neck, legs)
- White (face stripe, underbelly)
- Brown (wings, back stripe, beak tip)
- Black (eye embroidery or safety eyes, toe tips)
- Crochet hook: 2.5–3.5 mm
- 8–10 mm safety eyes (or black yarn)
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Stitch markers
- Tapestry needle
- Optional: wire for leg support (floral wire or pipe cleaners)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)
dec – Decrease (sc2tog)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🐦 Body
With beige:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–10. sc around (24)
Switch to white (belly side):
11–14. sc around (24)
Switch to beige: - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6)
FO, close and stuff firmly.
🪶 Wings (Make 2)
With brown:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- sc around
Switch to white: - sc around (18)
Switch back to brown: - sc around
FO and sew to sides of the body with curve backward.
🧠 Head
Start with beige:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–8. sc around (18)
Add white stripe across top (embroider or surface stitch).
Switch to brown on top of head (embroider second stripe).
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 6–7, spaced 7 stitches apart. - (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6)
Stuff and FO.
👃 Beak
Start with brown:
- ch 6
- sc in 2nd ch and across (5)
3–4. sc rows, tapering slightly
FO, roll and sew into a narrow tube, then attach under eyes on the face.
🦶 Legs (Make 2)
With beige:
- ch 12
- sc across
- Fold in half and sew edges to make stiff tube
Make 3 toes:
- ch 6, sc back, repeat 3 times at base
- Use black to add “toe tips”
Optional: Insert wire inside the legs for better posing stability.
Sew to base of body evenly spaced apart.
✂️ Assembly
- Sew head to top front of the body
- Attach wings, slightly arched
- Secure legs to allow upright standing pose
- Weave in all yarn ends and adjust posture
- Optional: add tail detail with short chains or embroidery
💡 Customization Ideas
- Add blush to cheeks using pink thread or fabric paint
- Embroider feather texture on wings or back
- Pose on a wooden perch, log, or inside a fall wreath
This little snipe is perfect for bringing woodland warmth to your crochet menagerie! 🍂🧶
