Adorable Crochet Plush Duck Free Pattern

This is such a cute and simple crochet pattern for a plush duck! It’s perfect for beginners, and the plush yarn makes it extra soft and cuddly. Let’s break down the pattern step by step to make it even easier to follow.

Materials:

• Yarn:
  • Main Color (Blue) – for the body and head
  • Contrast Color (Yellow) – for the beak and feet
• Crochet Hook: 4.5mm
• Stuffing: Fiberfill for a soft, plush finish
• Safety Eyes: 8-10mm (optional, or you can embroider if making it for a baby)
• Tapestry Needle: For sewing parts together

Abbreviations (US terms):

• mr = Magic ring
• ch = Chain
• sc = Single crochet
• inc = Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec = Decrease (sc two stitches together)
• sl st = Slip stitch

Body (Blue Yarn)

1. Round 1: Make a mr, sc 6 into the ring. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch. (12)
3. Round 3: Sc 1, inc around. (18)
4. Round 4: Sc 2, inc around. (24)
5. Rounds 5-10: Sc in each stitch. (24)
6. Round 11: Sc 2, dec around. (18)
7. Round 12: Sc 1, dec around. (12)
   • Stuff the body firmly with fiberfill.
8. Round 13: Dec around. (6)
   • Fasten off and close the hole.

Head (Blue Yarn)

1. Round 1: Make a mr, sc 6 into the ring. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch. (12)
3. Round 3: Sc 1, inc around. (18)
4. Rounds 4-7: Sc in each stitch. (18)
5. Round 8: Sc 1, dec around. (12)
   • Stuff firmly and attach safety eyes between rounds 5 and 6.
6. Round 9: Dec around. (6)
   • Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Beak (Yellow Yarn)

1. Round 1: Make a mr, sc 6 into the ring. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch. (12)
3. Round 3: Sc in each stitch. (12)
   • Flatten the piece and sew onto the head below the eyes.

Feet (Make 2 in Yellow Yarn)

1. Round 1: Make a mr, sc 6 into the ring. (6)
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch. (12)
3. Round 3: Sc in each stitch. (12)
   • Flatten and lightly stuff.
   • Sew to the bottom of the body.

Arms (Make 2 in Blue Yarn)

1. Round 1: Make a mr, sc 6 into the ring. (6)
2. Rounds 2-5: Sc in each stitch. (6)
   • Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Attach to the sides of the body.

Tail (Blue Yarn)

1. Round 1: Make a mr, sc 6 into the ring. (6)
2. Round 2: Sc 1, inc around. (9)
   • Fasten off and sew to the back of the body.

Assembly

1. Sew the head to the body, ensuring it’s securely attached.
2. Attach the beak and safety eyes.
3. Sew the arms, feet, and tail in place.
4. Weave in all loose ends and shape your plush duck.

Final Tips:

• Make sure the body and head are firmly stuffed for a plush finish.
• Adjust the positioning of the safety eyes, beak, and arms to your liking.
• The plush yarn will give your duck a super soft and cuddly texture, but if you use regular worsted yarn, the duck will still be adorable!

Your plush duck is now ready to be loved and displayed! 🦆 You can also customize the colors to create different variations, whether for gifts or just for your own collection. Enjoy crocheting! 😊