Hoot hoot! Meet your new adorable woodland companion, the Chunky Crochet Owl Amigurumi. This charming little fellow is quick to make and uses cozy, textured stitches to bring its personality to life. Perfect for gifting or adding a touch of whimsy to your own space, this pattern is designed for crocheters looking for a fun and rewarding project.
Craft Your Own Whimsical Amigurumi Owl
There’s something truly special about creating your own stuffed friends, and this Bobble Stitch Owl is no exception. Its squishy texture and vibrant colors make it an instant favorite, offering both a delightful crafting experience and a heartwarming finished product. Embrace the joy of handmade with this unique amigurumi design.
Chunky yarn in Dark Blue (e.g., Bernat Blanket Yarn)
Chunky yarn in Deep Red (e.g., Bernat Blanket Yarn)
Chunky yarn in Cream/Off-White (e.g., Bernat Blanket Yarn)
Worsted weight yarn in Yellow (for beak)
Worsted weight yarn in Black (for eye outlines, optional)
5.0mm crochet hook (or size suitable for chunky yarn)
12mm safety eyes
Polyester fiberfill stuffing
Yarn needle
Scissors
Abbreviations
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – decrease (sc2tog)
MR – magic ring
BLO – back loop only
FO – fasten off
bobble – bobble stitch (yarn over, insert hook into stitch, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops) repeat 4 more times in the same stitch (5 loops on hook), yarn over, pull through all 5 loops.
Instructions
Gauge: Not crucial for this project, just ensure your stitches are tight enough to prevent stuffing from showing.
Notes: Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch of each round.
BODY (Start with Dark Blue)
R1: MR, 6 sc in ring. (6)
R2: Inc in each sc around. (12)
R3: (Sc in next sc, inc in next sc) x 6. (18)
R4: (Sc in next 2 sc, inc in next sc) x 6. (24)
R5: (Sc in next 3 sc, inc in next sc) x 6. (30)
R6: Sc in each sc around. (30)
R7: (Sc in next 4 sc, inc in next sc) x 6. (36)
R8-R9: Sc in each sc around. (36)
Change to Deep Red yarn.
R10: Sc in each sc around. (36)
Change to Dark Blue yarn.
R11-R12: Sc in each sc around. (36)
Place safety eyes between R11 and R12, approximately 7 stitches apart.
Change to Deep Red yarn.
R13: Sc in each sc around. (36)
R14: Sc in each sc around. (36)
TEXTURED BODY SECTION (Deep Red and Cream Yarn)
R15: *3 sc in Deep Red, 1 bobble stitch in Cream (changing yarn for the bobble and back to Deep Red to close/for next stitch)* repeat 9 times. (36)
R16: Sc in each sc around in Deep Red. (36)
R17: *1 sc in Deep Red, 1 bobble stitch in Cream, 2 sc in Deep Red* repeat 9 times. (36)
R18: Sc in each sc around in Deep Red. (36)
R19: *3 sc in Deep Red, 1 bobble stitch in Cream* repeat 9 times. (36)
Change to Deep Red yarn.
R20-R21: Sc in each sc around. (36)
Start stuffing firmly.
R22: (Sc in next 4 sc, dec) x 6. (30)
R23: (Sc in next 3 sc, dec) x 6. (24)
Change to Dark Blue yarn.
R24: (Sc in next 2 sc, dec) x 6. (18)
R25: (Sc in next sc, dec) x 6. (12)
R26: Dec x 6. (6)
FO, leaving a long tail. Weave tail through remaining 6 stitches and pull to close. Weave in ends.
