Cute Crochet Mini Rooster Amigurumi Pattern — Quick 5 cm Make

Make a charming Mini Rooster Amigurumi with this compact, free pattern. Perfect as a small gift, keychain, or shelf buddy, this little rooster measures about 5 cm when made with the materials listed below. The pattern includes body, beak, eyes, wings, combs, wattle, legs and tail pieces plus tips for finishing and assembly.

Before you begin, gather your materials and a stitch marker, and read the abbreviations list so the pattern flows smoothly. Work tightly so the stuffing does not show through the stitches.

Abbreviations

sc - single crochet
st - stitch
ch - chain
MR - magic ring
inc - increase
dec - decrease
FLO - front loop only
BLO - back loop only
slst - slip stitch

Materials

Yarnart Jeans (or similar DK/cotton yarn)
Crochet hook: 2.50 mm
Fiberfill
Needle, scissors, plastic eyes

Final Size

If using the above yarn and hook, the Mini Rooster will measure approximately 5 cm.

Body

RND 1: 6 sc in double adjustable ring.
RND 2: 6 inc (12sts)
RND 3: (sc, inc) * 6 times (18sts)
RND 4: sc, (inc, 2sc) * 5 times, inc, sc (24sts)
RND 5: (3sc, inc) * 6 times (30sts)
RND 6: 2sc, (inc, 4sc) * 5 times, inc, 2sc (36sts)
RND 7-14: sc in each stitch around, 36 sc (8 rnds)
RND 15: 2sc, (dec, 4sc) * 5 times, dec, 2sc (30sts)
RND 16: (3sc, dec) * 6 times (24sts)
RND 17: sc, (dec, 2sc) * 5 times, dec, sc (18sts)
RND 18: (sc, dec) * 6 times (12sts)
RND 19: 6 dec
Fasten off.

Yes, we have completed the body of the rooster. Actually, the hard part is over. Now we will make the other small parts.

Beak

RND 1: 4 sc in double adjustable ring.
RND 2-3: sc in each stitch around, 4 sc (2 rnd)

Big Eye

RND 1: 6 sc in double adjustable ring.
RND 2: 6 inc (12sts)
RND 3: (sc, inc) * 6 times (18sts)
RND 4-6: sc in each stitch around, 18 sc (3 rnd)
RND 7: (sc, dec) * 6 times (12sts)
RND 8: 6 dec
Fasten off.

Small Eye

RND 1: 6 sc in double adjustable ring.
RND 2: 6 inc (12sts)
RND 3-5: sc in each stitch around, 12 sc (3 rnd)
RND 6: 6 dec
Fasten off.
We’ve completed the eyes, now let’s move on to making the wings.

Wings

RND 1: 6 sc in double adjustable ring.
RND 2: 6 inc (12sts)
RND 3-5: sc in each stitch around, 12 sc (3 rnds)
RND 6: (2sc, dec) * 3 times (9sts)
RND 7: (sc, dec) * 3 times (6sts)

Big Comb

RND 1: 6 sc in double adjustable ring.
RND 2: 6 inc (12sts)
RND 3-6: sc in each stitch around, 12 sc (4 rnds)
RND 7: (2sc, dec) * 3 times (9sts)
RND 8: sc in each stitch around, 9 sc (1 rnd)
RND 9: (sc, dec) * 3 times (6sts)
RND 10: sc in each stitch around, 6 sc (1 rnd)

Small Comb

RND 1: 6 sc in double adjustable ring.
RND 2: (sc, inc) * 3 times (9sts)
RND 3-5: sc in each stitch around, 9 sc (3 rnd)
RND 6: (sc, dec) * 3 times (6sts)
RND 7: sc in each stitch around, 6 sc (1 rnd)

Wattle

RND 1: 4 sc in double adjustable ring.
RND 2: (sc, inc) * 2 times (6sts)
RND 3-4: sc in each stitch around, 6 sc (2 rnd)

Long Leg

RND 1: (3ch, sc in second ch from hook, sc, slst) * times, 10 ch.

We’ve made the rooster’s long legs, now let’s make the other short piece.

Short Leg

RND 1: (3ch, sc in second ch from hook, sc, slst) * 3 times, 7 ch.

Finally, we make the tail.

Tail

Join the yarn to the body using a slip stitch:

7 ch, sc in second ch from hook, 5 sc, slst, 11 ch, sc in second ch from hook, 9 sc, slst, 7 ch, sc in second ch from hook, 5 sc, slst.

Assembly & Finishing Tips

- Stuff parts firmly but not overstuffed so seams close neatly. Add stuffing gradually as you close rounds.
- Use a yarn needle to sew pieces on securely: position the big comb on top of the head, the beak centered below the eyes, and the wattle under the beak.
- Place the big and small eyes symmetrically before sewing; if using safety eyes, insert them before closing the head and secure the backs. For embroidered eyes, mark placement with pins.
- Sew wings and tail to the sides and back of the body, making sure they are balanced so the rooster can stand or sit as you intend.
- Attach legs centered under the body. For keychain or ornament use, add a hanging loop before closing the top of the head.
- Weave in all ends and trim threads closely for a neat finish.

Enjoy your Mini Rooster Amigurumi — small projects like this are great for practicing shaping and finishing. Share photos of your finished roosters with your crafting community!