Free Duck Amigurumi Crochet Pattern for Beginners – Easy DIY Plush Toy
Welcome to the world of crochet. On this occasion, this amigurumi duck.
Looking for an adorable, accessible, and charming project for your first adventures in the world of amigurumi? This Duck Amigurumi Crochet Pattern is just what you need. Designed especially for beginners, this free pattern will guide you step by step to create a cute little stuffed duck that will steal hearts. With clear instructions, easy-to-find materials, and basic crochet techniques, you can enjoy the process without frustration and with amazing results.
Amigurumi is not just a Japanese knitting technique: it is a way of telling stories with yarn and a needle. This duck, with its sailor or Panama hat, unfilled wings, and cute orange beak, can become the star of your handmade collection or a unique gift for someone special.
What's more, this pattern is designed to help you improve your skills while having fun. Whether you're learning to read patterns in English, practicing increases and decreases, or simply looking for inspiration, this project is a gateway to the creative world of crochet.
Get ready to fall in love, stitch by stitch, with this Duck Amigurumi Crochet Pattern!
🟡 Head and Body (yellow yarn)
Rnd 1 – 6 sc in a magic ring
Rnd 2 – 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3 – *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (18)
Rnd 4 – *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (24)
Rnd 5 – *3 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (30)
Rnd 6–7 – 30 sc
Rnd 8 – *9 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (33)
Rnd 9 – *10 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (36)
Rnd 10 – 6 inc, 6 sc, 6 inc (front of duck’s head), 18 sc (back of head) (48)
Rnd 11 – 30 sc, *5 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (51)
Rnd 12 – 51 sc
Rnd 13 – 30 sc, *6 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (54)
Rnd 14–15 – 54 sc
Rnd 16 – *7 sc, 1 dec* repeat x6 (48)
Rnd 17 – *6 sc, 1 dec* repeat x6 (42)
Rnd 18 – *5 sc, 1 dec* repeat x6 (36)
Rnd 19 – *4 sc, 1 dec* repeat x6 (30)
Rnd 20 – *3 sc, 1 dec* repeat x6 (24)
Rnd 21 – *2 sc, 1 dec* repeat x6 (18)
Start stuffing with fiberfill
Rnd 22 – *1 sc, 1 dec* repeat x6 (12)
Finish stuffing the head and continue with the body
Rnd 23 – 12 sc
Rnd 24 – *3 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (15)
Rnd 25 – *4 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (18)
Rnd 26 – 18 sc
Rnd 27 – *5 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (21)
Rnd 28 – *6 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (24)
Crochet 4 more sc and shift the stitch marker to align the next round
Rnd 29 – *3 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (front of body), 3 sc, 6 inc, 3 sc (back of body) (33)
Rnd 30 – *4 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3, *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (42)
Rnd 31 – *6 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (48)
Rnd 32–36 – 48 sc
Stuff firmly
Rnd 37 – *6 sc, 1 dec* repeat x6 (42)
Rnd 38 – *5 sc, 1 dec* repeat x6 (36)
Rnd 39 – *4 sc, 1 dec* repeat x6 (30)
Rnd 40 – *3 sc, 1 dec* repeat x6 (24)
Rnd 41 – *2 sc, 1 dec* repeat x6 (18)
Rnd 42 – *1 sc, 1 dec* repeat x6 (12)
Finish stuffing
Rnd 43 – 6 dec, fasten off and close
🧡 Feet (make 2 identical – orange yarn)
Rnd 1 – 6 sc in a magic ring
Rnd 2 – *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (9)
Rnd 3 – *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (12)
Rnd 4 – 12 sc
Rnd 5 – *3 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (15)
Rnd 6 – 15 sc
Rnd 7 – *4 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (18)
Rnd 8 – 18 sc
Lightly stuff, fold flat, and close by working:
*1 sc, 2 hdc in same st, 1 sc* repeat x3 (9)
🟡 Wings (make 2 identical – yellow yarn)
Rnd 1 – 4 sc in a magic ring
Rnd 2 – 2 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc (5)
Rnd 3 – 2 sc, 2 inc, 1 sc (7)
Rnd 4 – 3 sc, 2 inc, 2 sc (9)
Rnd 5 – 4 sc, 2 inc, 3 sc (11)
Rnd 6 – 5 sc, 2 inc, 4 sc (13)
Rnd 7 – 2 inc, 11 sc (15)
Rnd 8 – 1 sc, 2 inc, 12 sc (17)
Rnd 9 – 1 sc (17)
Rnd 10 – 10 sc, 2 dec, 3 sc (15)
Rnd 11 – 9 sc, 2 dec, 2 sc (13)
Rnd 12 – 7 sc, 3 dec (10)
Rnd 13 – 1 dec, 4 sc, 2 dec (7)
Rnd 14 – 2 dec, fasten off
Do not stuff the wings
🟡 Tail (yellow yarn)
Rnd 1 – 6 sc in a magic ring
Rnd 2 – *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (9)
Rnd 3 – *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (12)
Rnd 4 – *3 sc, 1 inc* repeat x3 (15)
Fasten off with a sl st and leave a long tail for sewing
🧡 Beak (orange yarn)
Ch 10
Row 1 – Turn and work: 8 sc, 1 inc in last st, continue around: 8 sc (18)
Rnd 2 – 18 sc
Rnd 3 – 1 inc, 3 sc, 2 inc, 3 sc, 1 inc, 8 sc (22)
Fasten off with a sl st and leave a long tail for sewing to the head
⚓ Sailor Hat (white and blue yarn)
Rnd 1 – 6 sc in a magic ring
Rnd 2 – 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3 – *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (18)
Rnd 4 – *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (24)
Rnd 5 – *3 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (30)
Rnd 6 – 30 sc in back loops only
Rnd 7 – *3 sc, 1 dec* repeat x6 in back loops only (24)
Switch to blue yarn
Rnd 8–9 – 24 sc
Make 2 small tails at the back by tying yarn and chaining 10
👒 Panama Hat (white and blue yarn)
Rnd 1 – 6 sc in a magic ring
Rnd 2 – 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3 – *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (18)
Rnd 4 – *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (24)
Rnd 5 – 24 sc in back loops only
Rnd 6 – *3 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (30)
Rnd 7 – 30 sc
Rnd 8 – *4 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (36)
Rnd 9 – 36 sc
Switch to blue yarn
Rnd 10 – *5 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (42)
Rnd 11 – 42 sc
Switch back to white yarn
Rnd 12 – *6 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (48)
Rnd 13 – *7 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (54)
Rnd 14 – *8 sc, 1 inc* repeat x6 (60)
Rnd 15 – 60 sc
Fasten off
Congratulations on completing your own Duck Amigurumi Crochet Pattern! Every stitch you crocheted is a testament to your dedication, creativity, and love for the art of crochet. This little duck is not just a decorative piece or an adorable toy: it is a reflection of your ability to transform yarn into cuteness.
If you enjoyed this project, consider sharing your creation on social media and with other crochet lovers.
This free pattern is just the beginning. You can customize your duck with other colors, accessories, or even create a whole family of ducks with different expressions.
Thank you for trusting this design. May your crocheted duck be the first of many characters born from your hands. Keep exploring, creating, and sharing the magic of crochet!
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