Crochet Owl Amigurumi Using the Crocodile Stitch
If you're looking for a fun and charming project to try out, creating a Crochet Owl Amigurumi using the Crocodile Stitch is an excellent choice! This adorable crochet technique adds a unique texture that will make your owl stand out. From fluffy feathers to intricate details, it's a delightful way to showcase your crocheting skills. With a bit of patience and creativity, you'll soon have a cute and cuddly owl friend to brighten up your day and maybe even accompany you on exciting adventures. So grab your yarn, hooks, and a sprinkle of imagination, and let's get crocheting!
Skill Level
Intermediate
Finished Size
8 inches tall, 6 inches wide
Materials
- Red Heart Super Saver Medium (worsted) weight yarn:
- Perfect Pink
- White
- Black
- Gold
- Gray
- Size G6-4.25mm crochet hook
- Stuffing
- Scissors
- Yarn Needle
Terminology
- Ch: chain
- DC: double crochet
- Sc: single crochet
- FPDC: Front Post Double Crochet
- Sk: Skip
- Sl St: Slip Stitch
Body Instructions (in Perfect Pink)
Ch 48, join in ring with sl st to first ch, taking care not to twist chain.
Rounds 1-4
Rnd 1: Ch 3, 1dc in each ch around. Join with sl st to top of ch 3. (48 dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1 (loosely), work 5 fpdc down post of first dc of previous rnd. Ch 1, work 5 fpdc up post of 2nd dc of previous round—first scale made. Sk 5 sts, *work 5fpdc down post of next dc of previous rnd, ch 1, work 5fpdc up post of next dc of previous rnd—scale stitch made. Sk next 5 sts. Repeat from * around. Join with sl st to ch 1 at the beginning. (7 scale stitches around)
Rnd 3: Sl st in next 5 sts until you get to the middle stitch of the 5 skipped dcs from previous rnd. Ch 3, 1 dc in same st as ch up 3. *1dc in each of the next 2 sts, 1dc between 2 dc of scale st. 1dc in each of the next 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc. Repeat from * around.
Rnd 4: Ch 1 (loosely), work 5 fpdc down post of first dc of previous rnd. Ch 1, work 5 fpdc up post of 2nd dc of previous round—first scale made. Sk 5 sts, *work 5fpdc down post of next dc of previous rnd, ch 1, work 5fpdc up post of next dc of previous rnd—scale stitch made. Sk next 5 sts. Repeat from * around. Join with sl st to ch 1 at the beginning. (7 scale stitches around)
Repeat Instructions
Rnd 5-16: repeat rounds 3 & 4 or until piece measures 6 inches.
Next Round: ch 1, sc in each dc of previous round. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off. (48 sc)
Assembly Steps
Sc across bottom foundation chain to close bottom of owl.
Top Part
Join gray yarn with sl st to any sc.
Rnd 1: ch 1, sc in each st around. Sl st to first sc, ch 1 (48 sc)
Rnds 2-9: sc in each st around. Sl st to first sc, ch 1 (48 sc)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Wings (Make 2) in Gray
Instructions
Ch 2
Row 1: 3 sc in 2nd ch from hook, Ch 1 & turn. (3)
Row 2: 2sc in first st, sc in next st, 2 sc in last st. ch 1 & turn. (5)
Row 3: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in last st, ch 1 & turn. (7)
Row 4: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 5 sts, 2sc in last st, ch 1 & turn. (9)
Row 5: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 7 sts, 2sc in last st, ch 1 & turn. (11)
Row 6: Dc across, ch 1 & Turn. (11)
Row 7: Sc across, ch 1 & Turn. (11)
Row 8: Repeat row 6
Row 9: Repeat row 7
Row 10: Repeat row 6
Continue to Sc around entire piece
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Assembly Steps for Wings
Sew wings to back of body.
Eyes (Make 2) with White
Ch 2
Rnd 1: sc 6 in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: sc 2 in each st. (12)
Rnd 3: (sc 2 in next st, sc in next st) 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: (sc 2 in next st, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: (sc 2 in next st, sc in next 3 sts) 6 times. (30)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Assembly Steps for Eyes
Embroider eyelids/eyelashes with black yarn to eyes as seen in photo. Sew eyes to body on top gray portion.
Beak Instructions
Ch 2
Rnd 1: sc 6 in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: sc 2 in each st. (12)
Rnd 3: (sc 2 in next st, sc in next 2 sts) around. (16)
Rnd 4: sc in each st around. (16)
Rnd 5: sc in each st around. (16)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Finishing Steps
Sew beak between eyes.
Stuff Owl with polyfil.
Sew top of Owl closed.
Cut 3 strands and attach them to each “ear” corner.
Enjoy!