Looking for something cute and quick to crochet? This little chicken amigurumi is the perfect pick! Whether you’re crafting for Easter, a baby shower, or just because, this free crochet pattern will show you how to create an irresistibly cute chicken with minimal effort. Small yet full of personality, this project is ideal for beginners and experts alike. Time to crochet your new feathery friend!
Little Chicken Amigurumi – Free Crochet pattern by AmiSaigon
Pattern by: Ami Saigon Patterns
Picture: @amisaigonvn
Tutorial video: Ami Saigon Channel
Abbreviations:
R= round
mr = magic ring
sc = single crochet
inc = increase (2 sc in the next stitch)
W = increase (3 sc in the next stitch)
dec = decrease (join the next 2 stitches into 1)
slst = slip stitch
st = stitch
ch = chain
FO = finish off
BLO = Back loops only
FLO = Front loops only
[ ] = number of stitches you should have at the end of the round/row
( ) x 6 = repeat whatever is between the brackets the number of times stated
To crochet little chicken amigurumi you need:
– Yarn: yellow, dark yellow, red
– Crochet hook: 2.5 mm
– Fiberfill for stuffing
– Sewing needle, scissors
– Size eyes: 6mm
Amigurumi Little Chicken
Free Crochet Patterns
Body
Start with dark yellow yarn
| R 1: 6 sc in mr, 1 slst | [6] |
| R 2: 1 ch, inc x 6, 1 slst | [12] |
| R 3: 1 ch, (1 sc, inc) x 6, 1 slst | [18] |
| R 4: 1 ch, (2 sc, inc) x 6, 1 slst | [24] |
| R 5-6: 1 ch, 24 sc, 1 slst (2 rounds) | [24] |
| R 7: 1 ch, (3 sc, inc) x 6 | [30] |
| Change to yellow yarn | |
| R 8: 1 slst, 1 ch, 30 sc, 1 slst | [30] |
| R 9: 1 ch, (4 sc, inc) x 6, 1 slst | [36] |
| R 10: 1 ch, (5 sc, inc) x 6, 1 slst | [42] |
| R 11-14: 1 ch, 42 sc, 1 slst (4 rounds) | [42] |
| Insert the eyes between rounds 4 5, 5sts apart | |
| R 15: 1 ch, (5 sc, dec) x 6, 1 slst | [36] |
| R 16: 1 ch, (4 sc, dec) x 6, 1 slst | [30] |
| R 17: 1 ch, (3 sc, dec) x 6, 1 slst | [24] |
| R 18: 1 ch, (2 sc, dec) x 6, 1 slst | [18] |
| Stuff with fiberfill | |
| R 19: 1 ch, (1 sc, dec) x 6, 1 slst | [12] |
| R 20: 1 ch, dec x 6, 1 slst | [6] |
Stuff with fiberfill. Cut the yarn, and hide the tail.
Little Chicken Amigurumi – Free Crochet pattern by AmiSaigon
Wing (make 2)
Start with dark yellow yarn
| R 1: 4 sc in mr, 1 slst | [4] |
| R 2: 1 ch, inc x 4 | [8] |
| Change to yellow yarn | |
| R 3: 1 slst, 1 ch, (1 sc, inc) x 4, 1 slst | [12] |
| R 4-7: 1 ch, 12 sc, 1 slst (4 rounds) | [12] |
| R 8: 1 ch, dec x 6, 1 slst | [6] |
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Little Chicken Amigurumi – Free Crochet pattern by AmiSaigon
Beak
Start with dark yellow yarn
| R 1: 5 sc in mr, 1 slst | [5] |
| R 2: 1 ch, inc x 5 | [10] |
| Change to yellow yarn | |
| R 3: 1 slst, 1 ch, 10 sc, 1 slst | [10] |
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Little Chicken Amigurumi – Free Crochet pattern by AmiSaigon
Beak
Start with orange yarn
| R 1: 6 sc in mr, 1 sl st | [6] |
| R 2: 1 ch, 6 sc, 1 sl st | [6] |
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Little Chicken Amigurumi – Free Crochet pattern by AmiSaigon
Tail
Start with pink yarn
R 1: make 5 chains, from 2nd ch from hook make: 3 sc, W, 2 sc, inc, 1 slst [10]
| R 2: 1 ch, 10 sc | [10] |
| Change to yellow yarn | |
| R 3-8: 1 slst, 1 ch, 10 sc (6 rounds), 1 slst | [10] |
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Little Chicken Amigurumi – Free Crochet pattern by AmiSaigon
Bow
Start with red yarn
Make Magic ring with: (2 ch, 2 hdc, 1 ch, 1 slst) x 2
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Your little chicken amigurumi is ready to strut its stuff! Great job bringing this cute and cheerful character to life. Don’t forget to check back for more adorable patterns to add to your crochet collection. Happy stitching!
Little Chicken Amigurumi – Free Crochet pattern by AmiSaigon
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Little Chicken Amigurumi – Free Crochet pattern by AmiSaigon
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