[Finished product] Crochet Cockatiel Amigurumi Bird

how to crochet a Cockatiel Bird – crochet tutorial, guides and patterns

Crocheting a cockatiel bird amigurumi can be a delightful project! This bird has distinct features, such as its yellow crest, orange cheeks, and small beak, that make it recognizable and cute. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you create a small cockatiel amigurumi.

Materials:

• Yarn:
  • Light grey or white (for the body)
  • Yellow (for the head and crest)
  • Orange (for the cheeks)
  • Black (for the beak and eyes)
• Crochet hook: 2.5mm – 3.5mm (depending on your yarn)
• Polyester fiberfill: For stuffing
• Safety eyes: 6mm (or use black embroidery thread for eyes)
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch markers (optional)

Crochet Stitches Used:

• ch: Chain
• sc: Single crochet
• inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec: Decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
• sl st: Slip stitch
• MR: Magic ring

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Crochet Pattern: Cockatiel Bird Amigurumi

1. Body (Light Grey or White Yarn)

1. Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6).
2. Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch (12).
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around (24).
5. Rounds 5-10: Sc around (24).

Start stuffing the body.

6. Round 11: 2 sc, dec around (18).
7. Round 12: 1 sc, dec around (12).

Stuff firmly.

8. Round 13: Dec around (6), fasten off, and leave a long tail for sewing.

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2. Head (Yellow Yarn)

1. Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6).
2. Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch (12).
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
4. Rounds 4-6: Sc around (18).

Start stuffing the head.

5. Round 7: 1 sc, dec around (12).
6. Round 8: Dec around (6), fasten off, and leave a long tail for sewing.

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3. Crest (Yellow Yarn)

1. Chain: Ch 4.
2. Row 1: Starting from the second chain from the hook, sl st, sc, sl st.

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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4. Beak (Black Yarn)

1. Round 1: Magic ring, 4 sc into the ring (4).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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5. Wings (Make 2, Light Grey or White Yarn)

1. Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6).
2. Round 2: 1 sc, inc around (9).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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6. Tail (Light Grey or White Yarn)

1. Round 1: Chain 6.
2. Row 1: Starting from the second chain from the hook, sl st across (5 stitches).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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7. Cheeks (Make 2, Orange Yarn)

1. Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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Assembly:

1. Attach the Head to the Body: Use the long tail from the head to sew it securely onto the body.
2. Sew on the Crest: Attach the yellow crest to the top of the head.
3. Sew on the Wings: Attach the wings to the sides of the body.
4. Sew on the Beak: Attach the beak to the front of the face.
5. Sew on the Cheeks: Attach the orange cheeks to both sides of the head.
6. Sew on the Tail: Attach the tail to the back of the body.
7. Add Eyes: Attach safety eyes or embroider the eyes with black thread onto the head.

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Customization:

• Change Colors: Use different yarn colors for the body, crest, and cheeks to represent different cockatiel varieties.
• Add Accessories: Add a tiny scarf or hat for extra charm.
• Different Sizes: Adjust the hook size and yarn thickness to change the size of your cockatiel.

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Your cockatiel bird amigurumi is now complete! This charming little bird can be used as a decoration, keychain, or gift. Enjoy your crochet project!