Perfect for those just starting their sewing journey, with clear instructions and simple techniques
Complete in under 2 hours—quick, fun, and perfect for a little creative escape.
Delightful animal designs with sweet details that capture the essence of your favorite woodland and farmyard friends.
Made with lightweight cotton yarn and basic stitches, this pattern is straightforward and enjoyable to crochet. The wings add a lovely dimensional touch, and you can customize your parrot with different color combinations to create an entire flock of unique birds!
I absolutely love this mini parrot pattern because it delivers maximum cuteness with minimal effort! There's something so satisfying about creating these tiny tropical companions that can be finished in just a couple of hours. I love how the simple color changes create such a striking effect, and the fact that there's very little sewing involved means you can enjoy the fun parts of crocheting without the tedious finishing work. These little parrots are incredibly versatile—turn them into keychains, gift them to friends, or create a whole colorful flock to brighten up your space. The pattern is forgiving for beginners but still engaging enough to keep things interesting, and seeing that adorable little face come to life never gets old!
I love experimenting with color combinations to create an entire flock of unique mini parrots! While the original pattern uses turquoise, green, and blue, you could try classic red and green for a traditional parrot look, or go bold with pink and purple for a fantastical bird. Consider making a white cockatoo using all white yarn with just black eyes and beak, or create a sunny yellow and orange parakeet.
The tail section is another area where I enjoy getting creative—try making it longer by adding extra rounds, or create striped patterns by alternating colors every few rounds. You could even add tiny seed bead details or use metallic thread for a touch of sparkle on special occasion parrots.
For variation in texture, I sometimes use different yarn types like fuzzy mohair blends for a fluffy baby bird effect, or glossy mercerized cotton for a sleek, shiny finish. The wing construction technique in this pattern is simple but effective, and you could experiment with making larger wings or adding embroidered feather details using backstitch in contrasting colors.
These little birds also make fantastic seasonal decorations—imagine a flock of pastel parrots for spring, or metallic gold and silver versions for holiday ornaments. I've even created themed sets, like rainbow parrots where each bird represents a different color of the spectrum, perfect for brightening up a nursery or craft room display!
Create an adorable mini parrot amigurumi with this beginner-friendly crochet pattern! This delightful little bird stands approximately 7 cm tall and features vibrant turquoise, green, and blue colors that bring tropical charm to your crochet collection. Perfect as a keychain, desk companion, or handmade gift, this quick project requires minimal sewing and delivers impressive results with simple techniques and colorful yarn combinations.
6 sc in a magic circle (6)
2 sc in each sc (12)
(3 sc, inc) 3x (15) change in the last sc to green
4 sc, change to turquoise, 11 sc, change in the last sc to green (15)
4 sc, change to turquoise, 10 sc, change in the last sc to green, sc (15)
5 sc, change to turquoise, 8 sc, change in the last sc to green, 2 sc (15)
6 sc, change to turquoise, 3 sc, inc, sc, inc, sc, inc, sc (18)
2 sc, inc, sc, inc, 13 sc (20)
Embroider a beak with black and attach the eyes alongside the green face between round 4 and 5. The beak is a small triangle. Embroider the beak starting with vertical stitches and end with horizontal stitch.
20 sc (20)
20 sc (20)
(sc, inc) 4x, 12 sc (24)
2 sc, dec, 2 sc, dec, and on the middle of the back 2 inc (24)
3 sc, dec, 3 sc, dec, 14 sc (22)
2 sc, dec, 2 sc, dec, 14 sc (20)
2 sc, dec, 2 sc, dec, 12 sc (18) and start filling the body
(sc, dec) 6x (12)
change to blue, (2 sc, dec) 3x (9)
9 sc (9)
9 sc (9)
2 sc, dec, 2 sc, dec, sc (7)
sc, dec, 2 sc, dec (5)
Cut thread and weave the thread through the 5 front loops of round 21. Fasten off.
Make two with dark blue
9 sc in magic circle (9)
(2 sc, inc) 3x (12)
ch 6, starting in the second stitch from the hook: sc, hdc, dc, 3 tc. The third tc should go in the foundation of the last sc of round 2. Skip 2. Then make a slst to attach the tip of the wing to the circle. Leave a long thread.
This charming mini parrot pattern brings tropical joy to your crochet projects in the most delightful pocket-sized form! Designed to be quick, fun, and beginner-friendly, these adorable little birds require minimal sewing and deliver maximum cuteness with vibrant color combinations. Whether you create a whole flock in different colors or make one special companion, these tiny parrots are sure to brighten your day and make perfect handmade gifts. 🦜 Happy crocheting! 🧶✨
The finished parrot will be approximately 7 cm (almost 3 inches) tall when made with lightweight cotton yarn and a 2.0 mm hook. Using Scheepjes Maxi Sweet Treat with a 1 mm hook will create an even smaller version.
Yes! The pattern is made with Phildar Coton 3, but Scheepjes Catona or Hobbii Rainbow 8/4 will give the same results. Any lightweight cotton yarn with similar weight will work beautifully.
Absolutely! Feel free to vary the colors to create different parrot species or let your creativity run wild. You can also freestyle the tail to make it longer, wider, or add colored stripes for unique variations.
You can choose either option! The pattern suggests 6 mm black safety eyes, but you can definitely embroider the eyes instead if you prefer or if the parrot is intended for young children.
The beak is embroidered as a small triangle using black embroidery yarn. Start with vertical stitches and finish with a horizontal stitch across the bottom. Refer to pictures 1 and 2 in the pattern for visual guidance.
Yes, you may sell finished parrots made from this pattern provided they are handmade by yourself in limited numbers, and you credit Denise Haakt as the designer. The pattern itself cannot be reproduced or sold.
