Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing the Crochet Patterns for 5 unique Amigurumi birds. Last week, we started with the adorable penguin Pip. Time for bird number 2… Onno the stork! Another cutie! Will you crochet and collect them all?
Onno the Stork - Many crochet enthusiasts have already gotten started on bird number 1: Pip the Penguin! And we’ve really enjoyed seeing the beautiful results—you’re all doing a great job! Another week has gone by, so it’s time for bird number 2: Onno the Stork!
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.
Onno
the Stork Onno is a real lucky bird—after all, this bird symbolizes birth, and a stork is known as a bringer of good luck! These are, of course, special qualities, but Onno has more to offer. He’s incredibly thoughtful, caring, and looks adorable. This bag charm is, of course, a fun treat for yourself, but it’s also perfect as a baby shower gift!
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 by 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 Onno the stork.
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 2, the stork named Onno, is crocheted using White, Orange, and Anthracite. Bird 3 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.
How handy! We've put together a complete Crochet Kit for you so you can crochet all 5 birds.
Free Basic Crochet Pattern for Birds
Abbreviations used:
l = chain stitches
hv = slip stitch
v = single crochet
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 Onno the stork). Onno the stork’s beak, legs, 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, spacing them 2 holes apart.
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.
Onno the Stork Pattern
Tail
: The tail consists of 3 separate pieces that you crochet together to form a tail.
Short Feathers (2x)
Round 1: Using anthracite, make a magic ring of 6 sc, or do it this way: Crochet 2 chains. Crochet 6 sc in the first ch, then crochet 1 sl st in the first sc to form a circle of 6 sc (6).
Rounds 2–4: Crochet 6 sc in each round (6). Fasten off. Neatly weave in the ends. Set aside for now. Crochet another piece just like this one.
Long Feather
Row 1: Using anthracite, make a magic ring of 6 sc, or do it this way: Crochet 2 chains. Crochet 6 sc in the first ch, then crochet 1 sl st in the first sc to form a circle of 6 sc (6).
Rows 2 through 6: Crochet 6 sc in each row (6). Fasten off. Neatly weave in the ends. Set aside for now.
Connecting
the Feathers: Now attach a white thread to one of the short feathers on row 4.
Row 1: Crochet 3 sc. Now take the long feather. Crochet 3 sc on row 6. Take the short feather. Crochet 6 single crochets on row 4. Now crochet the remaining 3 single crochets from row 6 of the long feather and crochet the last 3 single crochets on the first short feather. You now have a total of 18 single crochets (18).
Row 2: crochet 18 single crochets (18).
Row 3: Make 3 decreases. Crochet every 5th and 6th single crochet together (15). Fasten off. Leave a long tail to sew the tail in place.
Do not stuff the tail. Keep it flat and pin it to the back of the body between rows 25 and 26. Sew it in place all around with small stitches, making sure the tail stays flat.
Wings (2)
The wing consists of 2 separate pieces that you crochet together using chain stitches.
Long Feather
Row 1: Using anthracite, make a magic ring of 6 sc, or do it this way: Crochet 2 chains. Crochet 6 sc in the first ch, then crochet 1 sl st in the first sc to form a circle of 6 sc (6).
Rows 2–5: Crochet 6 sc in each row (6). Fasten off. Neatly weave in the ends. Set aside for now.
Short Feather
Round 1: Using anthracite, make a magic ring of 6 sc, or do it this way: Crochet 2 chains. Crochet 6 sc in the first ch, then crochet 1 sl st in the first sc to form a circle of 6 sc (6).
Rows 2–3: Crochet 6 single crochets in each row (6). Change to white in the last stitch.
Row 4: Crochet 3 sc. Now take the long feather. Crochet 6 sc all around on row 5. Crochet the remaining 3 sc on the short feather. You now have a total of 12 sc (12).
Rows 5 and 6: Crochet 12 single crochets in each row (12).
Row 7: Make 3 decreases. Crochet every 3rd and 4th chain together (9).
Row 8: Crochet 9 v (9).
Row 9: Crochet 1 single crochet. Fold flat and close the opening with a slip stitch. Do not stuff the wing. Crochet another wing the same way. On row 18, securely attach the wings to either side of the body using small single crochets. Make sure the short feather is on the front.
Beak
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 ch, then crochet 1 sl st in the first sc to form a circle of 6 sc (6).
Rows 2 and 3: Crochet 6 sc (6).
Round 4: Crochet 2 sc in every 2nd sc (9).
Round 5: Crochet 9 sc (9).
Row 6: Crochet 2 dc in every 3rd dc (12).
Rows 7 and 8: Crochet 12 single crochets in each row (12). Fasten off. Stuff the beak and attach it to the front, below the eyes between rows 11 and 16, securing it firmly with small stitches all around.
Legs (2x)
: Using orange yarn, chain 22. You will now crochet around the chain. Work 20 single crochets along the chain. Work 3 single crochets in the last chain. Continue crocheting on the other side. Work 20 single crochets on the other side of the chain. Fasten off. Leave a long tail. Now fold your leg in half lengthwise and sew the entire long side together using a running stitch. Crochet another leg the same way. Pin the legs to the front of the body around row 27 and sew them securely in place. Now tie a small button at the bottom of each leg.
Feathers on the Head
: Crochet with white yarn, chain 4. Crochet 3 slip stitches along the chain. Chain 6. Crochet 5 slip stitches back along the chain. Crochet 4. Crochet 3 slip stitches 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. And there you have it—Onno the stork!
Video
Annemarie Arts explains how to crochet Onno the stork.
Only 3 birds left...
We’ll post Bird #3 this coming Friday (May 11), Bird #4 on Tuesday, May 15, and we’ll share the pattern for the last bird on Friday, May 18. We’re keeping the identities of these birds a secret for now. Crochet and collect them all! Have fun crocheting!
