Easy Crochet Bat Pattern for a Cute Amigurumi Brooch

Looking for a quick, adorable project to spruce up your accessory collection or get ready for the spooky season? This crochet bat pattern is the perfect choice! Whether you are a seasoned amigurumi pro or a beginner looking for a small win, this little bat is designed to be simple, fast, and incredibly cute. Once finished, you can turn it into a brooch, a keychain, or even a decorative ornament.

This project uses basic stitches and works up quickly, making it an ideal gift or a great way to use up small scraps of black and white cotton yarn. In this tutorial, we will walk you through every step, from creating the tiny wings to assembling the final face, ensuring you have a professional-looking result.

Materials & Abbreviations

To get started, gather your supplies. Using a cotton yarn provides the best stitch definition for small amigurumi, ensuring the bat holds its shape over time.

Supplies Needed

Yarn: Medium weight (DK) 100% cotton yarn in black and white. You only need a small amount of each.
Crochet Hook: 2.00 mm (G/2 size) hook.
Eyes: 6 mm safety eyes or small black beads.
Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill or any craft stuffing.
Tools: Yarn needle, sewing pins, and a brooch pin back.

US Crochet Terms

This pattern is written using standard US crochet terminology. If you are new to amigurumi, remember that we will be working in a continuous spiral unless otherwise noted.

MR: Magic Ring
ch: Chain
sc: Single Crochet
hdc: Half Double Crochet
dc: Double Crochet
sl st: Slip Stitch
inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
dec: Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
*: Repeat the instructions within the asterisks for the indicated number of times

Step-by-Step Instructions

The Eyes (White Part)

You will need to make two of these small white circles to create the “cartoonish” look for your bat.

Round 1: Work 6 sc into a Magic Ring. (6)
Round 2: Work an increase in every stitch around. (12)
Round 3: *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. Finish with a sl st to join. (18)

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Repeat for the second eye.

The Head and Body

The body is worked in two separate halves (top and bottom) which are then joined together. This creates a slightly flattened, plump shape perfect for a brooch.

Top Part of Body

Round 1: Work 6 sc into a Magic Ring. (6)
Round 2: Work an increase in every stitch around. (12)
Round 3: *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. (18)
Round 4: *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. (24)
Round 5: *3 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. (30)
Round 6: *4 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. (36)
Rounds 7-8: Work 36 sc around. End with a sl st. (36)

Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

Bottom Part of Body

Round 1: Work 6 sc into a Magic Ring. (6)
Round 2: Work an increase in every stitch around. (12)
Round 3: *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. (18)
Round 4: *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. (24)
Round 5: *3 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. (30)
Round 6: *4 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. End with a sl st. (36)

Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

The Ears

Make two ears using black yarn.

Round 1: Work 4 sc into a Magic Ring. (4)
Round 2: *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat 2 times. (6)
Round 3: *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat 3 times. (9)
Round 4: *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat 3 times. (12)
Rounds 5-6: Work 12 sc around. (12)
Round 7: *2 sc, 1 dec* repeat 3 times. (9)
Round 8: Work 9 sc around. (9)

To flatten the ear, do not fasten off immediately. Fold the ear in half and sc across 4 stitches to close the bottom edge. Fasten off and leave a tail for sewing.

The Wings

Make two wings using black yarn. The wings start as circles and are then finished with a decorative scalloped edge.

Round 1: Work 6 sc into a Magic Ring. (6)
Round 2: Work an increase in every stitch around. (12)
Round 3: Work 12 sc around. (12)
Round 4: *1 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. (18)
Round 5: Work 18 sc around. (18)
Round 6: *2 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. (24)
Round 7: *3 sc, 1 inc* repeat 6 times. (30)

Creating the Wing Scallops

To give the wings their characteristic bat shape, work the following sequence along the edge of the wing:

Chain 2, work (1 dc, 1 hdc) into the first stitch, 3 sl st, then work (1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 hdc) into one stitch, 3 sl st, then work (1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 hdc) into one stitch, 3 sl st, and finally work (1 hdc, 1 dc, 1 hdc) into one stitch. Finish with a sl st.

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Repeat for the second wing.

Finishing

Now it is time to bring your bat to life! Assembly is where the character of your amigurumi really emerges.

Assembling the Body

Position the top and bottom parts of the body together. Using your yarn needle and the tails you left, sew the two halves together using a whip stitch. As you sew, firmly stuff the body with fiberfill so it is plump but not overstretched.

Creating the Face

Insert the 6mm safety eyes through the black fabric of the head. For the best expression, place them slightly apart. Once the safety eyes are secure, sew the white eye circles directly over them, centering the safety eye within the white circle.

Adding the Details

Sew the ears to the top of the head. Attach the wings to the sides of the body, ensuring they are symmetrical. For a final professional touch, use a needle and black yarn to embroider small straight lines on the wings to represent the bat’s finger bones. You can also add a small white stitch for a tiny mouth if desired.

Attaching the Brooch

Turn the bat over and sew a brooch pin base to the back of the body. Use a strong sewing thread or the yarn tail to ensure it is securely fastened.

Tips for Success

Tension Control: Since this is a small project, keep your tension tight. If your stitches are too loose, the stuffing may peek through.
The Invisible Decrease: To make your decreases seamless, work only into the front loops of the two stitches you are joining.
Stuffing Technique: Use a chopstick or a crochet hook to push stuffing into the small areas of the ears or the edges of the body to get a rounded look.
Customization: While black is classic, this pattern works great with deep purple, midnight blue, or even a bright orange for a festive autumn look!