Crocheting this adorable Mini Owl Amigurumi pattern is perfect for those new to crochet as well as experienced crafters, this guide shows you how to make a cute owl keychain. Gather some yarn, a crochet hook, and a bit of stuffing to bring these charming creatures to life. Whether you want to spice up your keys or give a unique gift, this pattern is a fantastic project that offers plenty of enjoyment. Happy crocheting!
Crochet Mini Owl Amigurumi
Materials Needed:
- Two colors of yarn (one for the face and wings, and one for the belly)
- A little bit of white yarn for the eyes
- A little bit of yellow yarn for the beaks
- Black beads for the eyes (or white beads painted with black nail polish)
- Fabric glue (to attach the beads)
- Pillow fluff (for stuffing)
- Crochet hook (3mm recommended, or smaller than the yarn recommends)
- Stitch marker (or a paperclip)
- Scissors
- Needle (for sewing)
- Keychain ring or blank keyring
Crochet Pattern:
Body (main color):
Magic Circle: Loop yarn over finger, cross, pull loop up.
- Chain 1 to complete Magic Circle.
- Round 1: 6 single crochets (SC) into magic circle. Pull thread to cinch circle. Mark last stitch with stitch marker.
- Round 2: Increase in every stitch (place 2 SC in each stitch from previous round) for a total of 12 SC.
- Round 3: 1 SC in the first stitch, 2 SC (increase) in the next stitch repeat ** around for a total of 18 SC.
- Round 4: 1 SC in each stitch around (18 SC, no increases).
- Rounds 5-6: Repeat Round 4 (1 SC in each stitch with no increases).
Change Color (for belly):
- 8. Start with a normal single crochet but finish the stitch with the new yarn color.
- Cut the old color, leaving a tail.
- Round 7: Continue with the new color, working over the yarn tails to weave them in.
Finishing Body:
- 11. Repeat the pattern from Round 7 for Rounds 8-11.
- Gently stuff the body with pillow fluff.
- Sew the opening shut with slip stitches or needle and thread.
Eyes (white yarn):
- Magic Circle: Repeat as for body.
- Chain 1, then 6 SC into the circle.
- Join to first SC with a slip stitch, chain 1, 2 SC in each stitch around for a total of 12 SC.
Beak (yellow yarn):
- Embroider the beak onto the face by inserting yellow yarn and shaping it as desired.
Wings (use face color):
- Magic Circle, chain 2 (counts as first double crochet).
- 6 double crochets (DC) into the magic circle.
- Chain 1 and turn work, 2 SC in each stitch across (12 SC).
Assembly:
- Sew the eyes and wings to the body.
- Attach black beads for eyes using fabric glue.
Keychain:
- Attach the keychain ring to the top of the amigurumi owl.
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