The Nani Bird Amigurumi is a delightful project perfect for those new to crochet. Designed with simple stitches, it’s easy for beginners to create this adorable bird. To crochet this charming amigurumi, soft yarn like cotton or acrylic works best, providing a smooth texture and vibrant colors. The amount of yarn required is minimal, making it an economical choice for fun projects. While no special stitches are necessary, a basic understanding of crochet techniques ensures a smooth experience. Customizing the Nani Bird with different colors allows for a playful and unique creation, adding personality and charm. When making this amigurumi for young children, ensure all small parts are securely attached to prevent any potential hazards. Here are the materials typically needed:
Line of your choice (I used Balloon Amigo, color 0002 for the body, color 5240 for the wings and tail, and Amigurumi Soft, color 1317 for the beak).
Crochet hook (I used 2.5mm)
Tapestry needle
Filling
Black thread to embroider the eyes
Scissors
Abbreviations
sc – single crochet
an increase
dim – decrease
sl st – slip stitch
AM – magic ring
MPA – half double crochet
PA – double crochet chain stitch stitch
Body
1-AM 6 pb (6)
2-6 aum (12)
3-(1 pb, aum) x6 (18)
4-(2 pb, aum) x6 (24)
5-(3pb, aum) x6 (30)
6 a 12-30 pb (30)
13-(4 pb, aum) x6 (36)
14-aum, 9 pb, 8 dim, 9 pb, aum (30)
15
aum, 6 pb, 8 dim, 6 pb, aum (24)
Fill the body and close the last row by sewing the stitches through the outside loops.
Cauda
Leave a long thread for sewing at the beginning and end of the AM.
Do an AM, ch 5. 3 MPA in the third chain. from the needle, 2 sl sts.
7 ch. in the AM, 3 MPA in the third chain. from the needle, 4 sl sts.
5 ch. in the AM, 3 MPA in the third chain. from the needle, 2 sl sts.
Close AM. Join the first and third parts of the tail with 2 dots, making the largest part of the tail stay behind. (see images). Sew to the end of the body.
Basic
Make 2 pieces.
Leave a long thread at the beginning of the AM and at the end, both for sewing.
Using a tapestry needle, insert one of the threads between the PA that forms the wing’s beak.
Sew the wing tip between rows 8 and 9, and the other end of the wing between rows 10 and 11, leaving the wing diagonally as shown in the image alongside.
Beak and Eyes
1-AM 4 pb (4)
2- (1 pb, aum) x2 (6)
3-(2 pb, aum) x2 (8)
Sew between rows 7 and 9.
Embroider the eyes as you wish between rows 6 and 7.
Ready!
Your bird Nani is finished! It was approximately 6 cm tall.
This is a free recipe in celebration of International Amigurumi Day! You have the right to sell the piece made from it.
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