Bring the playful charm of Woody Woodpecker to life with this Amigurumi Woody Woodpecker crochet pattern! 🐦✨ With his bright red crest, mischievous grin, and classic blue-and-white feathers, this design captures the essence of the beloved cartoon character in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a nostalgic décor piece, a fun gift, or simply love character-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in facial details, feather textures, and even tiny accessories like a miniature tree stump or a cheeky pose to enhance Woody’s personality. Choose classic reds, blues, and whites for an authentic look or experiment with bold hues for a creative twist! Whether displayed as part of a cartoon-themed setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi Woody Woodpecker is sure to bring smiles. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this iconic character to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🪵 Amigurumi Woody Woodpecker-Inspired Bird Crochet Pattern
Bring a cheerful forest friend to life with this Woody Woodpecker-inspired amigurumi bird! With his signature red crest, bold yellow beak, and eye-catching black and white plumage, this playful bird is the perfect companion for bird lovers, cartoon fans, or as a delightful decor piece perched on a log. 🐦✨🌲
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Involves shaping, color changes, limb attachment, and detail embroidery.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 9–10 inches (23–25 cm) tall using worsted yarn and a 3.5 mm crochet hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn:
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Red (Head crest)
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White (Face, belly)
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Black (Wings, tail, body patterns)
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Yellow (Beak, feet)
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Brown (Legs)
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3.5 mm crochet hook
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10–12 mm safety eyes or brown buttons
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Fiberfill stuffing
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Yarn needle
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Stitch marker
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Scissors
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Optional: Pipe cleaner or wire (for bendable legs)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🐦 Body & Head (Work as one piece)
Start with white (belly):
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
Rounds 6–15: sc around (30)
Switch to black for upper body:
Rounds 16–22: sc around (30)
Round 23: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Round 24: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Switch to red (head/crest):
Round 25: (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff firmly
Round 26: dec x6 (6)
FO and close.
🔺 Crest Feathers (Red – Make 2)
Ch 6
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across (5)
Row 2: dec, sc, dec (3)
Row 3: sc3tog
FO, shape into triangle and sew at back/top of red head section in overlapping fashion.
👃 Beak (Yellow)
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
Rounds 3–6: sc around
Stuff lightly
FO and sew to front of face, centered under eyes.
👁 Eyes (Brown buttons or safety eyes)
Insert on both sides of the beak, between white and red section.
Optional: Stitch small white highlight for sparkle effect.
🖤 Wings (Make 2 – Black and white)
Base (Black):
Ch 11
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across (10)
Rows 2–5: sc across
Optional: Add white V-stripe surface stitches or color-changed sections
FO and sew to each side of body.
🦵 Legs (Make 2 – Brown)
Ch 6
Row 1: sl st in each ch across
FO and sew slightly angled under body
🟡 Feet (Make 2 – Yellow)
MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc x6 (12)
Rounds 3–5: sc around
Stuff
FO and attach to ends of legs
Optional: Create 3 small toes by sewing yarn knots or loops.
🪶 Tail Feathers (Red or black)
Ch 8
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across
Rows 2–3: sc across
FO and sew to back base of bird’s body, pointed downward.
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Shape head and wings
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Embroider wing lines or add extra tail detail
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Sew or glue bird to a wooden log, hoop, or branch for display
Your lively woodpecker is ready to tap into your heart with handmade charm and a splash of woodland whimsy. Whether as a gift or a whimsical perch buddy, he’s sure to peck out smiles wherever he goes! 🐦🪵❤️
