Simple & Easy Amigurumi Crochet Butterfly Pattern

Wistfulness  the crochet Amigurumi Butterfly Pattern offers a vibrant and fun to crochet a charming, colorful butterfly companion!

With intricate wing, bright eyes and vibrant hues, this butterfly adds a lively touch to any setting. Perfect for home décor, gift embellishments, or playful accessories, it brings joy and creativity into everyday life. The process of assembling this delicate butterfly not only hones your crochet skills but also provides a calming and satisfying experience.

Its manageable size makes it an excellent handmade gift, spreading happiness and beauty to anyone who receives it. Whether perched on a windowsill or attached to a bag, its graceful appearance and soothing presence captivate the imagination. Engaging in this charming project brings both aesthetic pleasure and a sense of accomplishment.

Crochet Butterfly Amigurumi

Materials:

• Yarn in desired colors (lightweight is recommended for smaller butterflies)
• Crochet hook suitable for your yarn (a smaller hook than recommended for your yarn will make tighter stitches)
• Stuffing material
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Safety eyes (optional)

Abbreviations:

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• tr: treble crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)
• inc: increase (2 sc in the same st)
• dec: decrease (sc 2 sts together)

Body (Make 1):

Round 1:

• Start with a magic circle, 6 sc into circle. (6 sts)

Round 2:

• Inc in each st around. (12 sts)

After Round 3-5:

• Sc in each st around. (12 sts)
• Fill with stuffing material as you go.

Round 6:

• [Sc in the next st, dec] repeat around. (8 sts)

Round 7:

• Dec around. (4 sts)
• Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Thread tail through remaining sts, pull to close, weave in end.

Wings (Make 2 Large and 2 Small):

Large Wings:

In Row 1:

• Ch 12, join with a sl st to first ch to form a ring.

Round 1:

• Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in same space, 2 dc in each ch around, join with sl st to top of beginning ch-3. (24 dc)

Round 2:

• Ch 3, in next st make (dc, tr, dc), ch 3, sl st in next st; repeat from around. Fasten off.

Small Wings:

Row 1:

• Ch 8, join with a sl st to first ch to form a ring.

In Round 1:

• Ch 2 (counts as hdc), 2 hdc in each ch around, join with a sl st to top of beginning ch-2. (16 hdc)

Round 2:

• Ch 2, in next st make (hdc, dc, hdc), ch 2, sl st in next st; repeat from around. Fasten off.

Assembly:

• Sew the large wings to the sides of the body, placing them on either side.
• Place the smaller wings below the large ones and sew them to the body.
• If using safety eyes, insert them between Rounds 3-4 of the body, or embroider the eyes with black yarn.
• Use the remaining yarn to embroider details such as a mouth or patterns on the wings.

• Optionally, add antennas by chaining a small length and attaching them to the top of the head.