Introduction
Welcome to this delightful free crochet pattern for an adorable amigurumi rooster! This project is perfect for both beginners looking to improve their crochet skills and experienced crafters who want to create a charming farmyard addition. With a vibrant array of colors, this little rooster stands about 3 inches tall and is sure to bring a smile to your face!
Project Details
- Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
- Finished Size: Approximately 3 inches tall
- Estimated Time: 2-3 hours
Materials
- DK/light worsted weight cotton yarn in red, yellow, green, blue, and orange
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- 4 mm safety eyes or black embroidery floss
- Fiberfill stuffing
- 16 cm piece of pipe cleaner or craft wire for the legs
- Yarn needle
- 2 stitch markers
- Scissors
Abbreviations
- R = row
- Rd = round
- St(s) = stitch(es)
- Ch = chain
- Sl st = slip stitch
- Sc = single crochet
- Hdc = half double crochet
- Dc = double crochet
- Inc = increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- Dec = decrease (crochet 2 stitches together)
- Sk = skip
- Tog = together
Pattern
Tail Feathers
Ch 10, sc in next 9 ch (starting in 2nd ch from hook), repeat 2 times.
Ch 15, sc in next 14 ch, repeat 3 times.
Ch 10, sc in next 9 ch, repeat 2 times.
Body and Legs
Rd 1: Sc 6 in magic ring (6).
Rd 2: [Sc in next st, inc in next st] repeat 2 times (8).
Fasten off. Repeat Rd 1 and 2 for the second leg. Don’t fasten off.
Ch 1
Rd 3: Sc in next 8 st, sc 1 in ch, sc in next 8 st, sc 1 on the other side of the ch (18).
Rd 4: [Sc in next 2 st, inc in next st] repeat 6 times (24).
Rd 5: Sc in all 24 st (24).
Rd 6: [Sc in next 3 st, inc in next st] repeat 6 times (30).
Rd 7: Sc in next 29 st, change to yellow yarn (30).
Rd 8: [Sc in next 4 st, inc in next st] repeat 6 times (36).
Rd 9 to 11: Sc in all 36 (36).
Insert pipe cleaner for legs, shaping them as needed. Fill the body with fiberfill.
Rd 12: Sc in next 14 st, change to green yarn (15).
Feathers and Head
Rd 13: Sc in next 2 st, attach tail feathers to next 7 st, sc in next 6 st (15).
Rd 14: [Sc in next st, dec] repeat 5 times (10).
Rd 15 & 16: Sc in all 10 st (10).
Rd 17: Dec 5 times (5). Fasten off.
Attach yellow yarn for the neck.
Rd 18: Sc in all 21 st (21).
Rd 19: [Sc in next 5 st, dec] repeat 3 times (18).
Fill with fiberfill.
Rd 20: [Sc in next 4 st, dec] repeat 3 times (15).
Rd 21: [Sc in next 3 st, dec] repeat 3 times (12).
Rd 22: Sc in next 11 st, change to red yarn (12).
Rd 23: [Sc in next 2 st, dec] repeat 3 times (9).
Attach safety eyes or embroider the eyes.
Assembly
For the comb and wattle, crochet with red yarn, following the detailed instructions in the video tutorial.
For the wings, crochet 2 pieces starting with yellow yarn and transitioning to navy. Attach the wings to the side of the body. Ensure all ends are woven in securely.
Final Notes
Remember to check the video tutorial if you need additional guidance on any section. Enjoy crafting your cute amigurumi rooster!
Copyright Notice
Pattern created for amigurumi.badoomobile.net. All rights reserved.
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