Free Crochet Fisherman Duck Amigurumi Pattern for Beginners

ByLina Morgen

Adorable Crochet Fisherman Duck Amigurumi Pattern

Are you looking for a sweet, whimsical crochet project to brighten up your home or to gift to a friend? This adorable Fisherman Duck amigurumi is the perfect solution! This little duckling comes complete with a tiny hat, a cute apron, and even some little fish friends to play with. Whether you want to make a keychain accessory or a small nursery decoration, this pattern is designed to be fun, engaging, and rewarding.

This tutorial is written with beginners in mind, using standard US crochet terms. By following this step-by-step guide, you will create a charming character that looks professional and heartfelt. Grab your favorite yellow yarn and let’s get started on this seaside adventure!

Materials & Abbreviations

Before you dive into the stitches, make sure you have all your supplies ready. For a project of this size, medium weight (worsted) yarn works best to give the duck a nice, squishy feel.

Materials Needed

  • Yarn: Medium weight (Category 4) cotton or acrylic yarn in yellow, white, orange, brown, and a variety of colors for the fish and flower. You will need approximately 150-200 yards of yarn in total.
  • Crochet Hook: 3.5mm (E) crochet hook is recommended to keep your stitches tight so the stuffing doesn’t show.
  • Eyes: 9mm safety eyes or black embroidery floss if you prefer to sew the eyes on.
  • Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill for stuffing the head and body.
  • Tools: A tapestry needle for sewing, scissors, and a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds.

Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • MR: Magic Ring
  • ch: Chain
  • sc: Single crochet
  • inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
  • dec: Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
  • hdc: Half double crochet
  • dc: Double crochet
  • sl st: Slip stitch
  • BLO: Back loop only
  • FLO: Front loop only
  • st(s): Stitch(es)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Note: For amigurumi, work in continuous rounds. Do not join at the end of each round unless specified. Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round.

Head & Body

We will work the head and body as one continuous piece to create a seamless look.

  • R1: Create a MR and work 6 sc into the ring. (6)
  • R2: 6 inc. (12)
  • R3: (1 sc, 1 inc) repeat 6 times. (18)
  • R4: 18 sc. (18)
  • R5: 4 sc, 4 inc, 2 sc, 4 inc, 4 sc. (26)
  • R6-R8: 26 sc for 3 rounds. (26)
  • R9: 4 sc, 4 dec, 2 sc, 4 dec, 4 sc. (18)
  • R10: 9 dec. (9)
  • R11: Working in BLO, 9 inc. (18)
  • R12: (2 sc, 1 inc) repeat 6 times. (24)
  • R13: (3 sc, 1 inc) repeat 6 times. (30)
  • R14: 3 sc, 3 sc in one stitch, 8 sc, 3 sc in one stitch, 8 sc, 3 sc in one stitch, 8 sc. (36)
  • R15: 36 sc. (36)
  • R16: 6 sc, 2 dec, 15 sc, 2 dec, 7 sc. (32)
  • R17-R18: 32 sc for 2 rounds. (32)
  • R19: 6 sc, 4 dec, 18 sc. (28)
  • R20: 5 sc, 3 dec, 13 sc. (25)
  • R21: 10 dec, 1 sc. (15)
  • R22: 5 dec, 1 sc. (6)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the head and body firmly with fiberfill.

Feet (Make 2)

  • Start with a MR.
  • Ch 3, then work: 2 sc, 2 hdc, 1 sl st into the ring.
  • Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Wings/Arms (Make 2)

  • Ch 6.
  • From the 2nd chain from the hook: 2 sc, 2 inc, 1 sc, 1 sl st.
  • Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Beak

  • R1: Create a MR and work 5 sc into the ring. (5)
  • R2: 3 inc, 1 sc. (8)
  • Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.

Sun Hat

  • R1: Create a MR and work 10 hdc into the ring. (10)
  • R2: 10 inc. (20)
  • R3: 20 hdc. (20)
  • R4: Working in FLO, (1 hdc, 1 inc) repeat 10 times. (40)
  • Edge: Using brown yarn, work 20 sl st around the edge of the hat to create a brim.
  • Fasten off.

Apron/Bib

  • R1: Ch 2, in the 2nd chain from the hook: 1 inc. Turn. (2)
  • R2: Ch 1, turn, 2 inc. (4)
  • R3: Ch 1, turn, 1 inc, 2 sc, 1 inc. (6)
  • Edge: Work 1 round of sc around the entire perimeter of the bib.
  • Fasten off.

Flower Decoration

  • Create a MR.
  • Work 5 petals by repeating this sequence 5 times: (2 ch, 2 sc, 2 hdc, 1 sl st).
  • Fasten off.

Little Fish (Make 2)

  • R1: Create a MR and work 6 sc into the ring. (6)
  • R2: (1 sc, 1 inc) repeat 3 times. (9)
  • R3-R5: 9 sc for 3 rounds. (9)
  • R6: (1 dec, 1 sc) repeat 3 times. (6)
  • R7: 2 inc, 1 sl st, 2 inc, 1 sl st.
  • Fasten off.

Finishing

Now comes the most exciting part—bringing your fisherman duck to life through assembly! Take your time with this part, as it really defines the character’s expression.

Assembly Steps

  1. Head & Body: Sew the head onto the top of the body. Ensure it is centered and secure.
  2. Feet: Sew the feet to the bottom of the body so the duck can sit upright.
  3. Wings: Sew the wings to the sides of the body.
  4. Beak: Carefully sew the beak onto the front of the head, just below where you placed the eyes.
  5. Hat: Place the hat on the head and sew it into place.
  6. Apron: Sew the apron/bib onto the front of the body.
  7. Decorate: Sew the flower onto the hat or the apron. Finally, sew the little fish onto the wings or attach them as tiny charms/pendants if you are making a keychain.

Tips

To make your crochet duck look even more professional, keep these helpful tips in mind:

  • Tension is Key: Try to keep your tension consistent. If your stitches are too loose, the stuffing will peek through the holes. If they are too tight, it can be difficult to work the next round.
  • Color Changes: When changing colors for the hat brim or the apron edge, try to pull the new color through the last loop of the previous stitch to ensure a clean transition.
  • Safety Eyes: If you are making this for a small child, please avoid using plastic safety eyes. Instead, embroider the eyes using black yarn or embroidery floss to ensure the toy is completely safe.
  • Personalize It: Don’t be afraid to get creative! You can change the colors of the fish, give your duck a little fishing rod made of a twig, or even add a tiny tiny scarf.

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