Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing Crochet Patterns for 5 unique Amigurumi birds. We’ve already added 2 more to the collection: Pip the penguin and Onno the stork. Time for bird number 3….. Duck Enzo! Another cute one! Are you crocheting and collecting them all?
Enzo the Duck - Many crochet enthusiasts have already gotten started on birds #1 and #2. And we’re happily crocheting away again with Enzo the Duck!
INFO: The birds are cheerful bag charms, so we’ll also attach a carabiner to them so you can hang these Amigurumi on your bag (or keychain)! Want to read the full instructions for this project (again)? Then head over to the blog post where everything about the 5 unique birds is explained. Or get started with bird number 1: Pip the penguin, and bird number 2: Onno the stork.
Enzo
the Duck: Quack, quack! Enzo is a cheerful little duck who is very curious and headstrong. He always does things his own way and is always on the lookout for a tasty meal. With his sweet little face and cheerful yellow and orange colors, seeing Enzo is sure to make you happy! Any bag or set of keys will be brightened up with this little duck attached!
The heads and bodies of the birds are all crocheted using the same basic pattern. The rest (such as the beak, legs, wings, etc.) varies from bird to bird, so you’ll get a new pattern each time. The goal is to crochet the bird so tightly that no stuffing is visible. Annemarie likes to crochet with a 2mm Crochet Hook. Using a small Crochet Hook naturally results in very tight stitches. Adjust your Crochet Hook size as needed to suit your crocheting style. The pattern is described below.
TIP: As an extra resource, we've made a video in which Annemarie (the designer of the Amigurumi birds) explains how to crochet Enzo the duck.
Total
materials used:1 ball of Yarn and Colors Must-have: White (1), Orange (20), Pepper (32), Anthracite (99), Blossom (45), and Sunglow (13).
- 1 ball of Yarn and Colors, Must-have Minis: Deep Cerise (34), Sapphire (68), Peony Leaf (86), and Raspberry (33)
- 5 pairs of black 6mm safety eyes
- Sewing needle with a sharp point
- 2mm Crochet Hook
- Panda Filling
- 5 snap hooks
Bird 3 (Enzo the duck) is crocheted using Sunglow and Orange. Bird 4 is crocheted using Blossom, Deep Cerise, White, and Anthracite. Bird 5 is crocheted using Pepper, Anthracite, Peony Leaf, and Sapphire.
Handig! Wij hebben een compleet haakpakket voor je samengesteld waarmee je alle 5 de vogels kunt haken.
Free Basic Crochet Pattern for Birds
Abbreviations used:
l = chain stitch
hv = slip stitch
v = single crochets
hst = half double crochet
st = double crochet
dst = double crochet
Basic Pattern (for all 5 birds)
The basic pattern consists of the head and body of the birds (including Enzo the duck). Enzo the duck’s beak, feet, wings, and so on are described below this pattern.
Row 1: Make a magic ring of 6 sc, or do it this way: Crochet 2 chains. Crochet 6 sc in the first chain, then crochet 1 sl st in the first sc to form a circle of 6 sc (6).
Row 2: Crochet 2 single crochets in each single crochet (12).
Row 3: Crochet 2 single crochets in every 2nd single crochet (18).
Row 4: Crochet 1. * Crochet 2 into the next chain, crochet 2. * Repeat from * to * until the end of the row, but end with a chain 1 (24).
Row 5: Crochet 2 dc in every 4th dc (30).
Row 6: Crochet 30 single crochets (30).
Row 7: Crochet 2 sc. * Crochet 2 sc in the next sc, crochet 4 sc*. Repeat *to*, until the end of the row, but end with 2 sc (36).
Rows 8 through 12: Crochet 36 single crochets in each row (36).
Before continuing to crochet, attach the safety eyes between rows 9 and 10, leaving 2 holes between them.
Row 13: Make 6 decreases. Crochet 2 chains. * Crochet the next 2 single crochets together, crochet 4 chains. * Repeat from * to * until the end of the row, but end with 2 single crochets (30).
Row 14: Crochet 30 single crochets (30).
Row 15: Make 6 decreases. Crochet every 4th and 5th chain together (24).
Row 16: Make 6 decreases. Crochet every 3rd and 4th st together (18).
Row 17: Make 6 decreases. Crochet every 2nd and 3rd st together (12).
Row 18: Crochet 2 single crochets in each single crochet (24).
Rows 19–24: Crochet 24 single crochets in each row (24).
Row 25: Crochet 2 single crochets in every 4th single crochet (30). Before continuing to crochet the head, stuff it firmly with Stuffing. Stuff it firmly, but make sure the Stuffing isn't visible between the stitches.
Row 26: Crochet 30 single crochets (30).
Row 27: Make 6 decreases. Crochet every 4th and 5th chain together (24).
Row 28: Make 6 decreases. Crochet every 3rd and 4th chain together (18).
Row 29: Before continuing to crochet the bodice, stuff it firmly with stuffing. Stuff it firmly, but make sure the stuffing isn't visible between the stitches.
Make 6 decreases. Crochet every 2nd and 3rd st together (12).
Row 30: Make 6 decreases. Crochet the stitches together 2 at a time. Fasten off. Pull the end thread through the last 6 stitches to close the last hole completely. Tuck the end thread inside.
Enzo the Duck Pattern
Little Beak
Row 1: Using Orange, chain 7. You will now crochet around the chain. Work 2 single crochets in the first chain. Work 4 single crochets. Work 4 single crochets in the last chain. Continue crocheting on the other side of the chain. Work 4 single crochets. Work 2 single crochets in the last stitch (16).
Rows 2 and 3: Crochet 16 single crochets in each row (16).
Row 4: Crochet the 1st and 2nd sc together. Crochet the 9th and 10th sc together (14). Fasten off.
Fold the beak flat. Sew the beak in place below the eyes on rows 11 and 12, using small stitches all around. Make sure the sides curve down slightly.
Wings (2)
Row 1: Using Sunglow, make a magic ring of 6 sc, or do it this way: Crochet 2 chains. Crochet 6 sc in the first chain, then crochet 1 sl st in the first sc to form a circle of 6 sc (6).
Row 2: Crochet 2 dc in every 2nd dc (9).
Row 3: Crochet 9 single crochets (9).
Row 4: Crochet 2 double crochets in every 3rd double crochet (12).
Row 5: Crochet 12 single crochets (12).
Row 6: Fold the little wing flat and crochet it closed as follows.
Crochet 3, 1 slip stitch, 3 single crochets, 1 slip stitch, 3 single crochets, and finish with 1 slip stitch on the side. Weave in the ends neatly.
Crochet another wing just like the first one. Single crochet the wings firmly to either side of the body.
Tail
Row 1: Using Sunglow, make a magic ring of 10 sc, or do it this way: Crochet 2 chains. Crochet 10 sc in the first chain, then crochet 1 sl st in the first sc to form a round of 10 sc (10).
Row 2: Crochet this row in the back loops of the double crochet, so that a few loops form on the outside of your work. Crochet 2 double crochets in every 2nd double crochet (15).
Row 3: Crochet 15 single crochets (15).
Row 4: Crochet 2 double crochets in every 5th double crochet (18).
Row 5: Crochet 18 single crochets (18).
Row 6: Fold the tail flat and crochet it closed as follows.
Crochet 3 sc, 1 sl st, 3 sc, 1 sl st, 3 sc, 1 sl st, 3 sc, and finish with 1 sl st. Weave in the ends neatly.
Sew the tail in place at the center of the back of the body, between rows 25 and 26, using small single crochets all around.
Feet (2x)
Row 1: Using Orange, make a magic ring of 6 sc, or do it this way: Crochet 2 chains. Crochet 6 sc in the first chain, then crochet 1 sl st in the first sc to form a circle of 6 sc (6).
Row 2: Crochet 2 dc in every 2nd dc (9).
Row 3: Crochet 9 single crochets (9).
Row 4: Crochet 2 double crochets in every 3rd double crochet (12).
Row 5: Crochet 12 single crochets (12).
Row 6: Now fold your leg flat and crochet it closed as follows.
Crochet 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 sc in the first stitch. Crochet 1 sl st. Now crochet 1 sc, 2 hdc, 1 sc in the center. Crochet 1 sl st. For the last toe, crochet 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, and fasten off with 1 sl st on the side. Weave in the ends neatly. Now crochet the other foot. Set the feet aside for a moment.
Legs (2x)
Using Orange, make a chain of 4 ch. Crochet 2 dc into the chain. Crochet 4 dc into the last ch. Now continue crocheting on the other side of the chain. Crochet 2 dc. Fasten off.
Fold the leg in half lengthwise and single crochet the "v" together.
Crochet another leg just like the first one. Sew one end of the leg securely to the center of the feet. Sew the other end to the front of the body as you see fit, using small, tight stitches.
Feathers on the head
Crochet with Sunglow a chain of 4 stitches. Crochet 3 slip stitches along the chain. Chain 6. Crochet 5 slip stitches back along the chain. Chain 4. Chain 3 back. Now fold the two short pieces together and join them with 1 slip stitch. Fasten off. Secure it firmly to the top of the head on row 1 with a few small stitches. Quack, quack, Enzo is done! Annemarie shows you how to crochet Enzo the duck.
On Tuesday, May 14, the free pattern for bird number 4 will be posted on our blog!
Video
: Annemarie shows you how to crochet Enzo the duck.
We'd love to see your crocheted birds! You can post them on our Facebook page or email them to info@yarnplaza.com.
