Well, butter my biscuit and call me a stitcher – have I got a pattern that’ll ruffle your feathers! Introducing the amigurumi duck crochet project. Now, I’ve crafted many a critter in my time, but this duck… it holds a special place in my heart. It’s the perfect blend of charm and whimsy – a waddling wonder, if you will.
I remember the first time I made this – the feeling of the yarn sliding through my fingers, the anticipation with each stitch, wondering how it’d all come together. The end product? A delightful duckie that brought such a sparkle to my eyes. Whether you’re crafting for a kiddo or simply want a cute companion on your desk, this little ducky promises not to let you down.
Embark on this feathery journey and let your creative juices flow. It’s more than just stitches and yarn; it’s about the joy of creation and the thrill of bringing a character to life. Dive beak-first into this project; you won’t regret it!
Designer: Crochet by Pinar
Materials
- Fluffy yarn (cream/orange)
- 10 mm safety eyes
- 4 mm crochet hook
- Needle
- Polyester fiberfill
Abbreviations
Mr – magic ring
Sc – single crochet
Inc – increase
Dec – decrease
X – repeat
FLO – front loops only
Head
Rnd 1: 6 sc (6)
Rnd 2: 6x inc
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
Rnd 6: 30 sc (30)
Rnd 7: 30 sc (30)
Rnd 8: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Insert safety eyes between rows 6-7, stitch between them.
Rnd 9: 24 sc (24)
Rnd 10: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 11: (sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 12: (sc, dec) x 4 (8)
Rnd 13: 8 sc (8)
Body
Rnd 14: (sc, inc) x 4 (12)
Rnd 15: (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 16: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 17: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
Rnd 18: 30 sc (30)
Rnd 19: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
Rnd 20: 36 sc (36)
Rnd 21: 36 sc (36)
Rnd 22: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
Rnd 23-27: 30 sc (30)
Rnd 28: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Rnd 29: (sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 30: dec x 6 (12)
Decrease continuously after this row) and you close.
Arms x2
Rnd 1: 6 sc in Mr (6)
Rnd 2: inc x 6 (12)
Rnd 3: dec x 6 (6)
Legs x2
Rnd 1: 6 sc in Mr (6)
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x 3 (9)
Rnd 3: 9 sc (9)
Rnd 4: constantly dec
Rnd 5: 6 chain starting from the 2nd stitch 5 sc
Assemble and sew to the body.
Beak
5 chain, starting from 2nd stitch 3 sc, inc, 3 sc, inc, 3 sc, 2 inc, 6 sc