Crochet Rooster Amigurumi Free No-Sew Crochet Pattern

Welcome crochet lovers! Today I have something cute to share with you – the Ryder the Rooster amigurumi no-sew crochet rooster free pattern! Ryder has vibrant plumage and a commanding presence, making him a cheerful addition to any space. This is an easy level crochet rooster pattern, yet engaging enough for seasoned crocheters, that guides you step-by-step through the process of creating this charming and unique crochet rooster. Whether it’s for a rustic kitchen theme, a barnyard nursery, or a thoughtful gift, this rooster crochet pattern is sure to crow its way into your heart.

I love a rooster’s feathered wings, the sight of it proudly crowing at dawn, and its tail feathers arching gracefully. Its protective nature towards hens and curious pecking at the ground make them so adorable. The small size and sometimes comically oversized wattles of roosters bring me such joy, I just had to crochet one of my own. And now, you can create your own adorable rooster!

For this rooster crochet pattern, I used a Number 6 Super Bulky yarn from Premier Yarns, Parfait Chunky in White, Mango, and Poppy. Click here to order yarn for this pattern. I needed 1.5 ounces of White and only .1 ounces in both Mango and Poppy. NOTE: You may need more or less yarn depending on your tension.

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Happy hooking!

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Materials Needed

Yarn: Premier Yarns, Parfait Chunky (Number 6 Super Bulky) in White, Mango, and Poppy
5.00 mm (Size H) crochet hook
Tapestry or Yarn Needle
15 mm safety eyes
Stitch Marker
Scissors
Stuffing (I use Poly-fil)

Sizing

If you use the materials listed your rooster will be approximately 4.5 inches tall from bottom to crest and 5.5 inches wide from wing tip to wing tip depending on your tension.

Stitch Key

(Written in US Crochet Terms)

CH(s) = chain(s)
SC = single crochet
HDC = half double crochet
DC = double crochet
SLST = slip stitch
ST(s) = stitch(es)
INC = increase
MR = magic ring
PC = popcorn stitch
DEC = decrease
BO = bobble stitch
FO = finish off
FLO = front loop only
BLO = back loop only

Specialty Stitch & Technique Key

Popcorn Stitch Instructions – All in one stitch: SLST, CH 2, 5 HDC, remove hook from loop (pic 1) and insert hook into first HDC (pic 2), pick up dropped loop (pic 3) and pull it through (pic 4).

Bobble Stitch Instructions – All in one stitch: 5 double crochet

Notes

This pattern is written in U.S. terms and is worked in the round unless otherwise indicated.

Your hook and yarn sizes will determine the size of your plushie. Adjust the size of your safety eyes accordingly.

Copyright Notice

DO NOT sell, redistribute, copy, share, alter, post, or repost this pattern or any part of this pattern (that includes photos). Anyone violating this notice will be pursued legally for copyright infringement.

YOU MAY sell plushies that you make from this pattern. Please credit me for the rooster crochet pattern when you do so by tagging @thecraftycraftaholic or mention The Crafty Craftaholic or thecraftycraftaholic.com.

Ryder the Rooster Crochet Pattern

Do you prefer a PDF pattern? If so, you can download the printable version of this pattern from my Etsy or Ko-fi shop for $1.

Body

You will start this rooster crochet pattern with a magic ring. There are many different ways to make a magic ring (aka magic circle). If you need written instructions on how to make a magic ring, you can read them here or watch a tutorial here (this is how I make mine). If you’re left-handed, the video tutorial is here.

R1: COLOR A: 8 HDC in MR (8)

R2: 8 HDC INC (16)

R3: (HDC, HDC INC) x 8 (24)

R4: (2HDC, HDC INC) x 8 (32)

R5: (3HDC, HDC INC) x 3; COLOR B: FLO (SLST, BO, SLST); COLOR A: (2HDC, HDC INC) x 2, COLOR B: FLO (SLST, BO, SLST); COLOR A: HDC INC (2HDC, HDC INC) x 2, HDC (40)

[NOTE: Feet should stick out like pic 1]

R6: 13HDC, BLO HDC, 8HDC, BLO HDC, 17HDC

R7-9: HDC (40)

R10: 18HDC, COLOR B: PC, COLOR A: 21HDC (40) [NOTE: Tension may affect the placement of the PC. Place your PC in the stitch that is centered between the feet (pics 1-4). Your stitch count will remain the same.]

R11: 40HDC (40)

R12: (3HDC, HDC DEC) x 8 (32)

Insert Safety Eyes in row 11 between the third and fourth ST from the beak

R13: (2HDC, HDC DEC) x 8 (24)

Stuff the rooster

R14: (HDC, HDC DEC) x 8 (16)

R15: 8HDC DEC (8)

FO, leave tail for closing

Close using yarn needle and tail, loop through FLO of remaining 8 ST and pull to close

picture examples of how to make a crochet rooster 1-2

Wings (Make Two)

COLOR A

Insert hook upward in row 9, three stitches behind the eyes (pics 5 & 6). Work from the front of the bird toward the back.

Row 1: In the same stitch (CH 3, 5DC), in the next stitch (SLST,5HDC), in the next stitch (SLST,5SC), in the next stitch SLST

FO (pic 7)

picture examples of how to make a crochet rooster 7

Tail

COLOR A

Insert hook into row 4, one stitch to the right of center (pic 10). Facing the back of the bird you’ll be working from right to left.

Row 1: In the same ST (CH 3, 3DC), in the next ST (5DC), in the last ST (4DC)

example of rooster crochet pattern how to pic 10

Crest

COLOR C

Insert hook into row 14, directly above the beak, centered (pic 8). Work from the front of the bird toward the back.

Row 1: In the same stitch (CH 3, 4DC, SLST), in the next three stitches (5DC, SLST)

FO (pic 9)

picture example of how to make a crochet rooster pic 8-9

Wattle

COLOR C

Insert hook into the center stitch below the beak (pic 11).

Row 1: In the same ST (CH 3, 4DC)

FO (pic 12)

picture example of how to make a crochet rooster pic 11-12

CONGRATULATIONS ON COMPLETING THE RYDER THE ROOSTER AMIGURUMI CROCHET ROOSTER FREE PATTERN!

I’m so glad you found me and I’m thrilled to have you here! I hope you enjoyed this free crochet rooster pattern and found it easy to follow along.

Pattern Testers

A big thank you goes out to all of my rooster crochet pattern testers for their time and feedback on Ryder the Rooster. They are a talented group of crocheters and I appreciate each and every one of them. Take a look at their awesome makes above!

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