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Kingfisher Amigurumi Pattern

Kingfisher Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Kingfisher Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern guides you through crocheting a playful kingfisher amigurumi with clear, step-by-step rounds. You will work color changes and simple shaping to form the head, body, wings, tail and legs. The design includes tips for decorating the wings, attaching the beak and finishing with a cosy hat.

Kingfisher Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

All pieces are crocheted in the round with helpful photos to show assembly. Suitable for crocheters comfortable with increases, decreases and simple color work.

Why You'll Love This Kingfisher Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines playful colorwork with clean shaping to create a characterful bird. I enjoy the way the hat and tail details let you add personality with small color changes. The wings and decorative stitches allow room for creative finishing touches which always makes each piece unique. Working it feels rewarding as the rounds quickly turn into a cute finished toy.

Kingfisher Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Kingfisher Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Kingfisher Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Kingfisher Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how versatile this pattern is for customization; you can change the palette to make a pastel kingfisher or a bright, modern bird.

Try using bulky yarn and a larger hook to create a snuggly, chunky version, or use finer cotton and a smaller hook for a dainty collectible.

I often swap the hat for a tiny crown or a flower applique for a different character vibe.

Experiment with embroidered freckles, dots or small French knots on the belly instead of the suggested stitches for a unique surface texture.

Swap safety eyes for embroidered eyes to make the toy child-safe or use larger novelty eyes for a whimsical look.

Make a mini keychain version by reducing the pattern rounds or using thinner yarn and a tiny hook.

Add wire in the legs or tail for a posable bird that can perch in different poses if you want a display piece.

Create a family set by changing color combinations for each bird—navy and mustard, coral and beige, turquoise and orange all work beautifully together.

I sometimes make removable accessories like tiny scarves or pompom hats to dress the bird for seasons or holidays.

Use felt or tiny crocheted props (a twig, small fish or a heart) to personalize gifts and tell a little story with each finished amigurumi.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during color changes will cause misaligned stripes; place a marker at the start of each round and mark color-change rows to maintain consistent placement. ✗ Not stuffing evenly leads to lumps or flat spots on the body; stuff gradually while shaping and add small amounts until you reach a firm but even shape. ✗ Pulling your tension too tight when working spike stitches or front/back loop rows can distort the texture; use a relaxed, consistent tension and practice the stitch on a swatch first. ✗ Forgetting to count stitches after increases and decreases results in incorrect shaping; count stitches after each shaping round and correct immediately if you find a mistake.

Kingfisher Amigurumi Pattern

Create a charming kingfisher amigurumi with this detailed crochet pattern. You will enjoy color changes, simple shaping, and small decorative details as you stitch. The pattern includes full instructions for head, body, wings, tail, legs, hat and finishing touches so you can assemble a polished handmade bird. Perfect as a decorative gift or a cozy companion for your home.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Kingfisher Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Yarns tested: ALIZE Bella (100% cotton)
  • 02
    ALIZE Cotton Gold (cotton)
  • 03
    Gazzal Baby Cotton (cotton blend)
  • 04
    YarnArt Jeans (mixed cotton/acrylic)
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    Various colors of fingering/light worsted cotton or cotton-blend yarn for body and details (turquoise, orange, white, dark turquoise, beige, coral, navy blue, mustard yellow, olive green, dark gray, black)
  • 06
    Scraps of yarn or embroidery floss for decorating wings and facial details

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hooks suitable for the yarn
  • 02
    Toy stuffing (polyester fiberfill)
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    Safety eyes (if using)
  • 04
    Tapestry/yarn needle for sewing
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    Scissors
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    Stitch markers
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    Pins for assembly
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    Embroidery floss or scrap yarn for decoration

Progress Tracker

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— Head :

Round 1 :

6 sc in a MR (6)

Round 2 :

inc x 6 (12)

Round 3 :

[sc, inc] x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

sc, [inc, 2 sc] x 5, inc, sc (24)

Round 5 :

[3 sc, inc] x 6 (30)

Round 6 :

2 sc, [inc, 4 sc] x 5, inc, 2 sc (36)

Round 7 :

[5 sc, inc] x 6 (42)

Round 8 :

3 sc, [inc, 6 sc] x 5, inc, 3 sc (48)

Round 9 :

[7 sc, inc] x 6 (54)

Round 10-12 :

(3 rounds). sc in each st around (54)

Info :

Change to Orange, don't cut the Turquoise yarn.

Round 13-14 :

sc in each st around (54)

Info :

Change to Turquoise, cut the Orange yarn.

Round 15 :

sc in each st around (54)

Info :

Change to White, cut the Turquoise yarn.

Info :

If you're a safety eyes user, you may place them between rounds 13 and 14 (the distance between the eyes is 12 stitches), but we recommend to do it when the toy is finished because you won't be able to adjust them once they're secured.

Round 16-17 :

sc in each st around (54)

Round 18 :

12 sc, [3 sc, dec] x 6, 12 sc (48)

Round 19 :

12 sc, [2 sc, dec] x 6, 12 sc (42)

Round 20 :

12 sc, [1 sc, dec] x 6, 12 sc (36)

Round 21 :

12 sc, dec x 6, 12 sc (30)

Round 22 :

[3 sc, dec] x 6 (24)

Round 23 :

BLO [2 sc, dec] x 6 (18)

Round 24 :

[sc, dec] x 6 (12)

Round 25 :

dec x 6 (6)

Info :

Fasten off leaving a tail about 10 cm long and cut the yarn. Using a tapestry needle, weave the yarn tail through the front loops of each of the six stitches and pull tight to close. Weave in the end.

— Body :

Info :

Join Orange yarn to Rnd 22 of the head and start crocheting the body (see pics on the next page). Stuff as you go.

Round 1 :

FLO [3 sc, inc] x 6 (30)

Round 2 :

12 sc, 6 inc, 12 sc (36)

Round 3 :

12 sc, [sc, inc] x 6, 12 sc (42)

Round 4 :

3 sc, [inc, 6 sc] x 5, inc, 3 sc (48)

Round 5 :

sc in each st around (48)

Round 6 :

[7 sc, inc] x 6 (54)

Round 7 :

sc in each st around (54)

Round 8 :

4 sc, [inc, 8 sc] x 5, inc, 4 sc (60)

Round 9 :

sc in each st around (60)

Round 10 :

[9 sc, inc] x 6 (66)

Round 11-15 :

(5 rounds). sc in each st around (66)

Round 16 :

12 sc, [5 sc, dec] x 6, 12 sc (60)

Round 17-21 :

(5 rounds). sc in each st around (60)

Round 22 :

12 sc, [4 sc, dec] x 6, 12 sc (54)

Round 23 :

sc in each st around (54)

Round 24 :

[7 sc, dec] x 6 (48)

Round 25 :

3 sc, [dec, 6 sc] x 5, dec, 3 sc (42)

Round 26 :

[5 sc, dec] x 6 (36)

Round 27 :

2 sc, [dec, 4 sc] x 5, dec, 2 sc (30)

Round 28 :

[3 sc, dec] x 6 (24)

Round 29 :

sc, [dec, 2 sc] x 5, dec, sc (18)

Round 30 :

[sc, dec] x 6 (12)

Round 31 :

dec x 6 (6)

Info :

Fasten off leaving a tail about 10 cm long and cut the yarn. Using a tapestry needle, weave the yarn tail through the front loops of each of the six stitches and pull tight to close. Weave in the end.

— Wings :

Right wing :

Start in White. Don't stuff.

Round 1 :

6 sc in a MR (6)

Round 2 :

inc x 6 (12)

Round 3 :

[sc, inc] x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

sc, [inc, 2 sc] x 5, inc, sc (24)

Round 5 :

12 sc, [sc, inc] x 6 (30)

Round 6 :

sc in each st around (30)

Round 7 :

12 sc, [2 sc, inc] x 6 (36)

Info :

Change to Turquoise, cut the White yarn.

Round 8-12 :

(5 rounds). sc in each st around (36)

Round 13 :

12 sc, [6 sc, dec] x 3 (33)

Round 14-17 :

(4 rounds). sc in each st around (33)

Info :

Change to Orange, cut the Turquoise yarn.

Round 18 :

sc in each st around (33)

Round 19 :

12 sc, [5 sc, dec] x 3 (30)

Info :

Change to Dark Turquoise, cut the Orange yarn.

Round 20-22 :

(3 rounds). sc in each st around (30)

Round 23 :

12 sc, [1 sc, dec] x 6 (24)

Round 24 :

sc in each st around (24)

Round 25 :

sc, [dec, 2 sc] x 5, dec, sc (18)

Round 26 :

sc in each st around (18)

Round 27 :

[sc, dec] x 6 (12)

Round 28 :

sc in each st around (12)

Round 29 :

dec x 6 (6)

Info :

Fasten off leaving a tail about 10 cm long and cut the yarn. Using a tapestry needle, weave the yarn tail through the front loops of each of the six stitches and pull tight to close. Weave in the end.

Info :

Using scraps of yarn in different colors, decorate the wings to your taste. We used crossed stitches and French knots.

Info :

Sew the wings to the sides of the body as shown in the pictures.

Left wing :

Start in White. Don't stuff.

Round 1 :

6 sc in a MR (6)

Round 2 :

inc x 6 (12)

Round 3 :

[sc, inc] x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

sc, [inc, 2 sc] x 5, inc, sc (24)

Round 5 :

[sc, inc] x 6, 12 sc (30)

Round 6 :

sc in each st around (30)

Round 7 :

[2 sc, inc] x 6, 12 sc (36)

Info :

Change to Turquoise, cut the White yarn.

Round 8-12 :

(5 rounds). sc in each st around (36)

Round 13 :

[6 sc, dec] x 3, 12 sc (33)

Round 14-17 :

(4 rounds). sc in each st around (33)

Info :

Change to Orange, cut the Turquoise yarn.

Round 18 :

sc in each st around (33)

Round 19 :

[5 sc, dec] x 3, 12 sc (30)

Info :

Change to Dark Turquoise, cut the Orange yarn.

Round 20-22 :

(3 rounds). sc in each st around (30)

Round 23 :

[1 sc, dec] x 6, 12 sc (24)

Round 24 :

sc in each st around (24)

Round 25 :

sc, [dec, 2 sc] x 5, dec, sc (18)

Round 26 :

sc in each st around (18)

Round 27 :

[sc, dec] x 6 (12)

Round 28 :

sc in each st around (12)

Round 29 :

dec x 6 (6)

Info :

Fasten off leaving a tail about 10 cm long and cut the yarn. Using a tapestry needle, weave the yarn tail through the front loops of each of the six stitches and pull tight to close. Weave in the end.

— Beak :

Info :

In Dark Gray. Stuff as you go if possible.

Round 1 :

4 sc in a MR (4)

Round 2 :

sc in each st around (4)

Round 3 :

[sc, inc] x 2 (6)

Round 4 :

sc in each st around (6)

Round 5 :

[2 sc, inc] x 2 (8)

Round 6-7 :

sc in each st around (8)

Round 8 :

[3 sc, inc] x 2 (10)

Round 9 :

sc in each st around (10)

Round 10 :

[4 sc, inc] x 2 (12)

Info :

Make a sl st, fasten off and cut the yarn, leaving a tail about 15 cm long for sewing. Sew the beak to the head between Rounds 13 and 15.

— Tail :

Info :

Don't stuff the tip (first 9 rounds) so you can shape the tail. Work alternating Turquoise and Orange yarn. The color that's currently in use is indicated in curly brackets. See pictures on the next page.

Round 1 :

{turquoise} 3 sc, {orange} 3 sc in a MR (6)

Round 2 :

{turquoise} inc, 2 sc, {orange} inc, 2 sc (8)

Round 3 :

{turquoise} 3 sc, inc, {orange} 3 sc, inc (10)

Round 4 :

{turquoise} 5 sc, {orange} 5 sc (10)

Round 5 :

{turquoise} inc, 4 sc, {orange} inc, 4 sc (12)

Round 6 :

{turquoise} 5 sc, inc, {orange} 5 sc, inc (14)

Round 7 :

{turquoise} 7 sc, {orange} 7 sc (14)

Round 8 :

{turquoise} inc, 6 sc, {orange} inc, 6 sc (16)

Round 9 :

{turquoise} 8 sc, {orange} 8 sc (16)

Round 10 :

{turquoise} 7 sc, inc, {orange} 7 sc, inc (18)

Round 11 :

{turquoise} 9 sc, {orange} 9 sc (18)

Round 12 :

{turquoise} inc, 8 sc, {orange} inc, 8 sc (20)

Round 13 :

{turquoise} 10 sc, {orange} 10 sc (20)

Round 14 :

{turquoise} 9 sc, inc, {orange} 9 sc, inc (22)

Round 15 :

{turquoise} 11 sc, {orange} 11 sc (22)

Round 16 :

{turquoise} inc, 10 sc, {orange} inc, 10 sc (24)

Round 17 :

{turquoise} 12 sc; fasten off the turquoise yarn, leaving a tail about 15 cm long for sewing; {orange} 12 sc; fasten off, leaving a tail about 15 cm long for sewing (24)

Info :

Sew the tail to the back of the body (see pictures).

— Legs (make 2) :

Part 1 :

Start in Yellow. Stuff as you go. Ch 7. Work around both sides of the foundation chain.

Round 1 :

start in the 2nd ch from the hook: inc, 4 sc, 4 sc in the last ch; do not turn your work, crochet on the other side of the chain: 4 sc, inc (16)

Round 2 :

[sc, inc] x 8 (24)

Round 3 :

BLO sc in each st around (24)

Round 4 :

sc in each st around (24)

Round 5 :

4 sc, 9 dec, 2 sc (15)

Round 6 :

5 sc, 3 dec, 4 sc (12)

Info :

Stuff your work very firmly at this point, because it will be very difficult to do it later. Change to White. Don't cut the Yellow yarn, leave it hanging on the outside.

Round 7 :

BLO dec x 6 (6)

Round 8-14 :

(7 rounds). sc in each st around (6)

Info :

Make additional 1-2 sc and change to Orange, cut the White yarn.

Round 15 :

FLO inc x 6 (12)

Round 16 :

[1 sc, inc] x 6 (18)

Round 17 :

[2 sc, inc] x 6 (24)

Round 18-20 :

(3 rounds). sc in each st around (24)

Info :

Stuff your work and fasten off, leaving a tail about 10 cm long for sewing and cut the yarn.

Part 2 :

Go back to round 7 and the Yellow yarn. Crochet the top of the boot.

Round 1 :

FLO sc in each st around (12)

Round 2 :

sc in each st around (12)

Round 3 :

sl st in each st around (12)

Info :

Fasten off, cut the yarn, weave the end in between the stitches. Sew the legs to the body between rounds 20 and 26.

— Hat :

Info :

In Dark Turquoise. Ch 26. Crochet in rows. Start from the 2nd ch from hook.

Row 1 :

25 sl st, ch 1, turn (25)

Row 2 :

BLO 20 sc, 5 sl st, ch 1, turn (25)

Row 3 :

BLO 25 sl st, ch 1, turn (25)

Info :

Repeat rows 2-3 at least 28 more times and try the hat on. Keep crocheting until it hugs the head nicely. The one you see in the pictures has 74 rows in total (rows 2-3 repeated 35 times), but you may want to make a few rows more or less depending on how firmly you crochet.

Info :

Fasten off leaving a tail about 20 cm long for sewing and cut the yarn. Fold your work in half and sew the back of the hat as shown in the photo.

Info :

Join the Dark Turquoise yarn (leaving a tail about 15 cm long at the beginning) to the bottom of the hat and crochet one row along the bottom: BLO 1 sc, [2 sc, dec] x 6, [dec, 2 sc] x 6, sc (38). Fasten off, leaving another tail about 15 cm long. The tails are supposed to be used as ties. Decorate the headpiece with a small pompom.

— Assembly :

Infos :

Sew the tail to the back of the body, centered, approx. between Round 19 and 25. Sew the legs between Round 19 and 28 of the body. The distance between the legs should be approx. 3 stitches. Decorate the wings to your taste using scraps of yarn or embroidery floss. Sew the wings to the sides of the body at approx. 45° angle.

Infos :

Sew the beak to the center of the face between rounds 17 and 22. Insert the eyes between rounds 13 and 14. The distance between the eyes is about 11-12 stitches. We used 4 mm safety eyes and hot glue. Do not hesitate embroidering the eyes instead.

Info :

Put the hat on bird's head and tie a bow using the yarn ends you left while making it.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the tail to the back of the body, centered, approximately between Round 19 and 25 of the body.
  • Sew the legs between Round 19 and Round 28 of the body, spacing them approximately 3 stitches apart for stability.
  • Sew the wings to the sides of the body at approximately a 45° angle and decorate them with crossed stitches or French knots as desired.
  • Sew the beak to the face between Rounds 13 and 15 (for the head), then insert or embroider the eyes between rounds 13 and 14; secure safety eyes carefully or embroider for safety.
  • Place the hat on the bird's head and tie the hat ties into a bow using the yarn tails left while making it.

Important Notes

  • 💡Most pieces are crocheted in a spiral; use stitch markers to keep track of round starts and color changes.
  • 💡Crochet tightly to avoid stuffing showing through but maintain consistent tension for even shaping.
  • 💡Add stuffing gradually in small portions to distribute it evenly and achieve a smooth shape.
  • 💡Pin parts in place and test positions for facial features and wings before sewing to ensure a pleasing final look.

This cheerful kingfisher amigurumi brings bright color and handmade charm to your home or gifting table. The pattern blends simple shaping with lively color changes and tiny decorative stitches to make every bird unique. Happy crocheting and enjoy personalizing your bird with scarves, hats, and embroidered details! 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 15-20 cm tall depending on yarn weight and hook size used.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will affect the final size; adjust your hook size accordingly and expect differences in texture and finished dimensions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of crochet stitches, increases, decreases, and working in the round is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience level and how much detailing you add.