Crochet Chicken Free Pattern

"Are you a chicken lover, or do you know someone else who is? Then, you will love this crochet project. You can create an adorable silkie hen or a rooster with this free crochet chicken pattern. Amigurumi chickens are fun and make great market sellers or squishy gifts for your loved ones. To make them extra cuddly, use your favorite chunky blanket or chenille yarn. The pictured chicken was made with bulky chenille yarn and a 3.5 mm (US E) crochet hook."

Crochet HookE/4 or 3.5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(5) Bulky/Chunky (12-15 stitches for 4 inches)

Crochet GaugeThe first three rounds of the head will be approximately 3” (7.5 cm) with a 3.5 mm (US E) hook and bulky (#5) chenille yarn.

Finished SizeApproximately 21” (53 cm) in circumference and 7.5” (19 cm) tall.

Materials List

• Bulky (#5) chenille yarn
• Scraps of yellow or orange yarn for the beak
• 8 mm or 10 mm safety eyes + washers
• Stuffing fiber
• Stitch markers
• Stuffing tool
• Scissors
• Tapestry Needle