About This Duck and Goose Trinket Tray + Pin Cushion Amigurumi Pattern
This pattern creates a sweet duck and goose set with a shallow trinket tray that can also be used as a pin cushion. The set is small, decorative, and perfect for gifting or desktop organization. You will work all pieces in continuous rounds using US terminology.
Includes complete rounds for the tray, goose body, goose beak, and mini ducky, plus clear assembly instructions. Suitable for stitch-savvy makers who enjoy quick, detailed projects.
Why You'll Love This Duck and Goose Trinket Tray + Pin Cushion Amigurumi Pattern
I absolutely love this pattern because it transforms simple stitches into a charming little scene that brightens any craft space. The tray provides both function and whimsy, while the tiny duck and goose bring personality with minimal sewing. I enjoy how quick it is to make — you can finish both characters and the tray in an afternoon. The pattern is flexible, letting me change colours and make sets for friends and craft fairs.
Switch Things Up
I love customizing this pattern by changing yarn colors to match seasons or holidays; spring pastels or autumn tones give a whole new look.
Try using a bulkier yarn and a larger hook to make a chunky, more tactile tray and larger toys for a cuddly display.
I sometimes switch to finer yarn with a smaller hook to create a tiny keychain-sized version that fits perfectly on a bag.
Replace safety eyes with embroidered or felt eyes for a softer, child-friendly finish and a handmade look.
Embellish the tray rim with a decorative stitch or a contrasting colour round to make it pop visually and match your decor.
Make a themed set by changing beak colours, adding tiny crocheted scarves, or embroidering simple features to change personalities.
I often add a small felt or crocheted flower to the tray base to create a more decorative scene for gifting.
For a posable goose neck, carefully insert thin craft wire into the neck before stuffing to allow gentle posing while remaining safe if secured properly.
Change the number of rounds on the tray base to make a larger or smaller dish — just keep stitch counts balanced when increasing rounds.
Experiment with embroidery for eyelashes, freckles, or little smiles to give each character unique expressions and charm.
Combine multiple mini duckies in different colours on one tray for a playful, colorful display or use them as pincushions for different thread colours.
I often gift a set in a small box with coordinating ribbon — simple customizations make each project feel special and personal.
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them
✗ Forgetting to work in continuous rounds; switch to continuous rounds and do not slip stitch or chain 1 between rounds to maintain proper shaping.
✗ Placing safety eyes too high or too low; insert safety eyes between the rounds specified (goose rounds 4-5, duck rounds 3-4) and check placement before securing.
✗ Under-stuffing or over-stuffing the bodies resulting in poor shaping; stuff gradually while you shape and add small amounts to maintain a smooth form.
✗ Skipping stitch counts after increases or decreases causing uneven shaping; count your stitches at the end of each round to ensure you match the written totals.
