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Florence the Flamingo Amigurumi Pattern

Florence the Flamingo Amigurumi Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Florence the Flamingo Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern teaches you how to crochet a sweet flamingo named Florence. You will work the body, neck, head, beak, wings and legs separately and sew them together. The design uses continuous rounds, simple increases and decreases, and a few color changes for detail.

Florence the Flamingo Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Detailed stitch counts and pictorial step-by-step photos guide you through each section. The finished piece measures about 21cm sitting, 33cm with legs stretched.

Why You'll Love This Florence the Flamingo Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it balances simple amigurumi techniques with a playful, elegant shape that becomes a delightful home decor piece. I enjoy the way the long neck and curved beak give the flamingo so much personality with just basic shaping. The wings and ruffled edge let me add a handmade flourish that always gets compliments. Sewing the pieces together is satisfying and really brings Florence to life, making this a rewarding project.

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Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customise Florence by changing yarn colours; try pastel tones or bright neons for a different mood.

You can make Florence larger or smaller by using heavier or lighter yarn and adjusting the hook size accordingly to get chunky or mini versions.

I often add beads or sequins to the wings for a sparkly showpiece, sewing them on after assembly for control over placement.

If you want a posable flamingo, consider inserting a thin florist wire into the neck before stuffing to allow gentle shaping.

Try embroidering different eye expressions—closed sleepy eyes or open eyes—to give each flamingo unique personality.

I sometimes make matching pairs in two colours for nursery decor; vary the wing ruffle by using a picot or shell stitch edge for added texture.

For a sturdier toy suitable for play, use cotton yarn and sew parts with extra reinforcement stitches to secure joins.

Make a keychain version by using fingering yarn and a smaller hook, then attach a split ring to the top of the head before finishing.

Experiment with textured yarn for a fluffy look, but remember this will obscure stitch definition and may require larger hooks.

If gifting, personalise with a small embroidered name tag sewn inside the body or on a wing tail for a special touch.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch marker during rounds with openings can cause miscounted stitches; place a marker or weave a contrasting yarn at the first stitch of each round to mark the start. ✗ Not stuffing the body gradually leaves lumps and poor shaping; stuff little by little and shape as you go for an even, smooth body. ✗ Changing colour on the wrong stitch will create a messy join; change colours on the last single crochet prior to the new colour round and secure ends neatly. ✗ Forgetting to work in BLO or FLO where instructed will alter shaping dramatically; pay close attention to BLO/FLO notes and work into the correct loop for intended results. ✗ Pulling yarn too tight when closing the tail or neck can distort the shape; leave a long tail and use a mattress stitch, easing tension as you close to maintain form.

Florence the Flamingo Amigurumi Pattern

Create a sweet, handcrafted flamingo with this detailed crochet pattern. You will make the body, neck, head, beak, wings and legs separately and assemble them for a charming finished toy. The pattern includes step-by-step rounds, stitch counts and pictorial guidance to help you through each section. Perfect for gifting or keeping as a decorative companion.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Florence the Flamingo Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    10 ply cotton yarn (Aran - 4 Medium weight)
  • 02
    Bendigo Woollen Mills cotton 10 ply - 865 Hot Pink (80 grams)
  • 03
    Bendigo Woollen Mills cotton 10 ply - 805 Pink Rose (15 grams)
  • 04
    Bendigo Woollen Mills cotton 10 ply - 801 Snow White (5 grams)
  • 05
    Bendigo Woollen Mills cotton 10 ply - 817 Noir (3 grams)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 3.75mm
  • 02
    Tapestry needle
  • 03
    Scissors
  • 04
    Toy stuffing (polyester fiberfill)
  • 05
    Black embroidery yarn for the eyes
  • 06
    Stitch markers (or a contrasting yarn to mark rounds)
  • 07
    Pins for positioning parts during assembly

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— Body :

Round 1 :

sc 8 into a mr (8)

Round 2 :

inc x 8 (16)

Round 3 :

(sc 3, inc) x 4 (20)

Round 4 :

(sc 4, inc) x 4 (24)

Round 5 :

(sc 5, inc) x 4 (28)

Round 6 :

(sc 6, inc) x 4 (32)

Round 7 :

(sc 7, inc) x 4 (36)

Info :

We will now make a hole for the flamingo neck and continue to crochet the flamingo body

Round 8 :

chain 3, skip 12 stitches then sc 24 stitches to form the body. (The body stitch count is now 27 which includes the 24 stitches plus the chain 3). (27)

Round 9 :

inc, inc, inc (these are worked into the BLO chain stitches from the previous round). Then sc 24 (30)

Round 10 :

sc (30)

Round 11 :

(sc 4, inc) x 6 (36)

Round 12 :

(sc 5, inc) x 6 (42)

Round 13 :

sc (42)

Round 14 :

(sc 2, inc) x 3 then sc 33 (45)

Round 15 :

(sc 3, inc) x 3 then sc 33 (48)

Round 16 :

sc (48)

Round 17 :

(sc 4, inc) x 3 then sc 33 (51)

Round 18 :

sc (51)

Round 19 :

(sc 5, inc) x 3 then sc 33 (54)

Round 20-21 :

sc (54) (2 rounds = a total of 108 stitches)

Round 22 :

(sc 5, dec) x 3 then sc 33 (51)

Round 23-24 :

sc (51) (2 rounds = a total of 102 stitches)

Round 25 :

(sc 4, dec) x 3 then sc 33 (48)

Round 26 :

sc (48)

Round 27 :

(sc 3, dec) x 3 then sc 33 (45)

Round 28-29 :

sc (45) (2 rounds = a total of 90 stitches)

Round 30 :

(sc 2, dec) x 3 then sc 33 (42)

Round 31 :

sc (42)

Round 32 :

(sc 5, dec) x 6 (36)

Round 33 :

(sc 4, dec) x 6 (30)

Round 34 :

(sc 1, dec) x 3 then sc 21 (27)

Round 35 :

sc (27)

Info :

Stuff the body of the Flamingo

Round 36 :

(dec x 4) then sc 19 (23)

Round 37 :

sc (23)

Round 38 :

(dec x 3) then sc 17 (20)

Round 39 :

(dec x 2) then sc 16 (18)

Info :

Tie off and leave a long tail of yarn for sewing closed. Finish stuffing the body. Fold the edges towards each other in half and line up the stitches. Take a tapestry needle and work a mattress stitch (page 21) to close the tail.

— Neck :

Round 1 :

sc 8 into a mr (8)

Round 2 :

inc x 8 (16)

Round 3 :

(sc 3, inc) x 4 (20)

Round 4 :

(sc 4, inc) x 4 (24)

Round 5 :

(sc 5, inc) x 4 (28)

Round 6 :

(sc 6, inc) x 4 (32)

Round 7 :

sc (32)

Round 8 :

(sc 7, inc) x 4 (36)

Info :

We will now make a hole for the flamingo head and continue to crochet the flamingo neck

Round 9 :

Chain 2, skip 18 stitches and then sc 18 to form the neck. (The total stitch count for the neck is now 20 which includes the 18 stitches plus the chain 2) (20)

Round 10 :

sc 2 into BLO (these are worked into the chain stitches from the previous round). Then sc 18 (20)

Round 11 :

(sc 8, dec) x 2 (18)

Round 12 :

(sc 4, dec) x 3 (15)

Round 13-34 :

sc (15) (22 rounds = a total of 330 stitches)

Info :

Tie off and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Head and Beak :

Info :

The flamingo head and beak will be made by attaching your yarn at the top of the neck and working in continuous rounds towards the beak. The first round of the head starts by working into the 18 sc plus the chain 2 join.

Round 1 :

make a slip knot and perform a standing sc in the stitch immediately after the chain 2 join (see photo for pictorial guide of the starting point). Now Sc 19. (The last two sc are worked into the FLO of the chain stitches) (20)

Round 2 :

sc (20) (the first sc will go into the standing sc from the previous round)

Round 3 :

inc, sc 16, then (inc x 3) (24)

Round 4-5 :

sc (24) (2 rounds = a total of 48 stitches)

Round 6 :

(sc 2, dec) x 6 (18)

Round 7 :

(dec, sc 4) x 3 (15)

Info :

Change colour to 801 snow

Round 8 :

sc into BLO (15)

Round 9 :

(dec, sc 3) x 3 (12)

Info :

change colour to 817 Noir

Round 10 :

sc into BLO (12)

Round 11 :

sc (12)

Round 12 :

inc, inc, (sc 1, dec) x 3, inc (12)

Round 13 :

sc (12)

Round 14 :

(dec, sc 2) x 3 (9)

Round 15 :

(dec, sc 1) x 3 (6)

Info :

Tie off and leave a long tail for sewing.

— Wings :

Info :

The wings will be made in a continuous round. The circle is folded flat and closed with single crochet. Do not tie off. Each wing is made with a different edge stitch.

Round 1 :

sc 6 into a mr (6)

Round 2 :

inc x 6 (12)

Round 3 :

(sc 1, inc) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

(sc 2, inc) x 6 (24)

Round 5 :

(sc 3, inc) x 6 (30)

Round 6 :

sc (30)

Round 7 :

(sc 4, inc) x 6 (36)

Round 8 :

sc (36)

Round 9 :

(sc 5, inc) x 6 (42)

Round 10-11 :

sc (42) (2 rounds = a total of 84 stitches)

Round 12 :

(sc 6, inc) x 6 (48)

Round 13 :

sc (48)

Round 14 :

(sc 7, inc) x 6 (54)

Round 15 :

(sc 8, inc) x 6 (60)

Round 16 :

fold flat, chain 1 and sc 30 to close. Go through both loops of both sides. Do not tie off. (30)

Info :

Wing 1: Complete rounds 1-16. Do not tie off. Follow to page 14 for instructions on how to complete the final row of stitches. Wing 2: Complete rounds 1-16. Do not tie off. Follow to page 14 for instructions on how to complete the final row of stitches. (These are different to wing 1).

Item Name (WING ONE) :

chain 1, turn sc 14 then (sc, 2dc, 2dc, sc) x 4. Tie off and leave a long tail for sewing

Item Name (WING TWO) :

chain 1, turn (sc, 2dc, 2dc, sc) x 4 then sc 14. Tie off and leave a long tail for sewing

— Legs :

Info :

The legs will be made starting at the foot and Use colour 805 pink rose.

Round 1 :

chain 5 (5)

Round 2 :

sc into the second chain from the hook, sc 2, 3sc into the last stitch. (Then working on the opposite side of the chain) sc 2, inc (10)

Round 3 :

inc, sc 2, (inc x 3), sc 2, (inc x 2) (16)

Round 4 :

sc (16)

Round 5 :

dec, sc 2, (dec x 3), sc 2, (dec x 2) (10)

Round 6 :

(sc 3, dec) x 2 (8)

Round 7-18 :

sc (8) (12 rounds = a total of 96 stitches)

Info :

Bobble Guide: YO (yarn over), insert your hook into the stitch, YO and pull up a loop (3 loops on your hook), YO and pull through 2 loops. YO, insert into the same stitch, YO and pull up a loop (4 loops on your hook), YO and pull through 2 loops. YO, insert again into the same stitch, YO and pull up a loop (5 loops on your hook), YO and pull through 2 loops. YO, insert again into the same stitch, YO and pull up a loop (6 loops on your hook), YO and pull through 2 loops. You will have 5 loops on your hook. YO and pull through all 5 loops. Push the bobble out as you continue the round. Continue to crochet.

Round 19 :

sc, bobble in the following stitch (see above) then sc 6 (8)

Round 20-29 :

sc (8) (10 rounds = a total of 80 stitches)

Info :

Change colour to 865 hot pink

Round 30 :

sc (8)

Round 31 :

(sc 1, inc) x 4 (12)

Round 32 :

sc (12)

Info :

Tie off and leave a long tail of yarn for sewing. Do not stuff the legs.

— Assembly :

Info :

Pin all the parts of the Flamingo together to check placement before sewing.

Info :

Pin the neck to the body. Make sure you stuff the join firmly with fibrefill before closing to ensure the neck sits upright. Use a mattress stitch to close the neck (see page 21).

Info :

Pin the legs in the middle of the body with a gap of 1cm. Pin the wings either side of the body with the edge stitch right side out. Stitch the front edges of the wings as indicated in the photos.

Info :

Pin the beak against the neck and stitch it against the middle of the neck. Use the yarn tails and a tapestry needle to sew all parts together and hide your yarn tails.

Info :

Face Embroidery: Sew the eyes to the face using black yarn. Position the eyes halfway down the flamingo's face. Stitch a line at the side of the face, come back through the centre of the eye (one row below), then go up and over the line to secure into a curve. Hide any yarn tails.

Assembly Instructions

  • Pin the neck to the body, stuff the join firmly with fibrefill and close the seam using a mattress stitch so the neck sits upright.
  • Position and pin the legs in the middle of the body with a gap of approximately 1cm, then sew them securely in place using the yarn tails and a tapestry needle.
  • Fold each wing in half and pin to either side of the body with the edge stitch right side out, then stitch the front edges of the wings as indicated in the photos.
  • Pin the beak against the middle of the neck and stitch it to the neck, ensuring the join is neat and secure; hide the yarn tail inside when finished.
  • Sew the face embroidery (eyes) with black yarn: mark placement halfway down the face, stitch a curved line, and weave ends to hide them.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers or a contrasting length of yarn at the first stitch of each round to mark the start of rounds and help keep track of stitch counts.
  • 💡Change colours on the last single crochet prior to the new colour round to create a clean colour transition.
  • 💡For young children stitch the eyes on using black yarn and a tapestry needle as safety eyes can be a choking hazard.

This adorable Florence the Flamingo pattern is perfect for making a handcrafted companion full of personality and charm. The detailed rounds and photos make assembling the body, neck, wings and legs straightforward. Enjoy putting the finishing touches on an amigurumi friend you will be proud to gift or display. 🧶🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 21 cm tall when sitting and about 33 cm with the legs stretched out when using the recommended yarn and 3.75mm hook.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will affect the final size and stitch counts. If using a different weight, adjust your hook size and expect changes to the finished measurements.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate; basic knowledge of single crochet, increases, decreases, working in BLO/FLO and sewing pieces together is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience level and working pace.

Should I stuff the legs?

The pattern advises not to stuff the legs; leave them unfilled and use yarn tails to sew them securely to the body.