This delightful handmade amigurumi features a classic character, perfectly crafted for the holiday season. Our adorable crochet Tweety Bird is meticulously made, showcasing vibrant yellow yarn and intricate details. Dressed in a festive Santa outfit, complete with a tiny red hat, this little bird brings cheer to any setting. It’s a testament to the skill involved in creating such a recognizable and beloved figure through the art of crochet.
Bringing Joy with a Handmade Crochet Tweety Bird
Whether you’re seeking a unique Christmas decoration or a special gift for a Looney Tunes enthusiast, this festive Tweety Bird is an excellent choice. Its handcrafted nature ensures each piece has a personal touch, offering a refreshing alternative to mass-produced toys. The detailed stitching and cheerful design make it a standout item, perfect for brightening up any room during the festive period. This charming creation is sure to be a treasured item for years to come.
Crochet Pattern: Christmas Tweety Bird Amigurumi
Materials
- Worsted weight yarn in Yellow, Red, White, Orange, Blue, and Black.
- 2.5mm or 3.0mm crochet hook (or size appropriate for your yarn to achieve tight stitches)
- 6mm safety eyes (or small black beads for pupils)
- Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
Abbreviations
- MR: Magic Ring
- ch: Chain
- sc: Single Crochet
- inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec: Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
- sl st: Slip Stitch
- FO: Fasten Off
- BLO: Back Loop Only
- st(s): Stitch(es)
- (…) xN: Repeat instructions in parentheses N times
- [N]: Total number of stitches in the round/row
Instructions
Head & Body (Yellow Yarn):
Work in continuous rounds.
R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
R2: inc in each st around [12]
R3: (sc, inc) x6 [18]
R4: (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
R5: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
R6: (4 sc, inc) x6 [36]
R7-14: sc in each st around (8 rounds) [36]
R15: (4 sc, dec) x6 [30]
R16: (3 sc, dec) x6 [24] (Start stuffing firmly, continue to stuff as you go)
R17: sc in each st around [24]
R18: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
R19-24: sc in each st around (6 rounds) [30]
R25: (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
R26: (2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
R27: (sc, dec) x6 [12]
R28: dec x6 [6]
FO, leave a long tail. Weave through front loops of remaining 6 stitches and pull tight to close. Hide tail.
Beak (Orange Yarn):
Work in continuous rounds.
R1: Ch 4. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next, 3 sc in last ch. Continue on other side of chain: sc in next, inc in last st [10]
R2: sc in each st around [10]
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Eyes (White, Blue, Black Yarn / Safety Eyes):
White Eye Base (make 2, White Yarn):
R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
R2: inc in each st around [12]
Sl st to next st, FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Blue Iris (make 2, Blue Yarn):
R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Sl st to next st, FO, leave a tail for sewing.
**Assembly for Eyes:** Sew the blue iris onto the center of the white eye base. Insert a 6mm safety eye into the center of the blue iris. Alternatively, embroider a small black dot for the pupil. Embroider black eyelashes above and to the sides of the eyes as shown in the image.
Wings (make 2, Yellow Yarn):
Work in continuous rounds.
R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
R2: (sc, inc) x3 [9]
R3-4: sc in each st around (2 rounds) [9]
Flatten the opening and sc through both sides to close [4]
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Legs (make 2, Yellow Yarn):
Work in continuous rounds.
R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
R2-7: sc in each st around (6 rounds) [6]
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff.
Feet (make 2, Yellow Yarn):
Work in continuous rounds.
R1: Ch 5. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2, 3 sc in last ch. Continue on other side of chain: sc in next 2, inc in last st [10]
R2: (sc, inc) x5 [15]
R3: Sc in BLO in each st around [15]
R4: (sc, dec) x5 [10] (Stuff lightly)
R5: dec x5 [5]
FO, leave a long tail. Weave through front loops of remaining 5 stitches and pull tight to close. Hide tail.
Santa Hat (Red & White Yarn):
Hat Body (Red Yarn):
Work in continuous rounds.
R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
R2: sc in each st around [6]
R3: (sc, inc) x3 [9]
R4-5: sc in each st around (2 rounds) [9]
R6: (2 sc, inc) x3 [12]
R7-8: sc in each st around (2 rounds) [12]
R9: (3 sc, inc) x3 [15]
R10-11: sc in each st around (2 rounds) [15]
R12: (4 sc, inc) x3 [18]
R13: sc in each st around [18]
Sl st to next st, FO.
Brim (White Yarn):
Attach white yarn to any stitch on the last round (R13) of the red hat.
R1: Ch 1, sc in each st around [18]
R2: Ch 1, sc in each st around [18]
Sl st to next st, FO, leave a tail for sewing.
Pompom (White Yarn):
Work in continuous rounds.
R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
R2: inc in each st around [12]
R3: dec x6 [6] (Stuff lightly)
FO, leave a long tail. Weave through front loops of remaining 6 stitches and pull tight to close. Hide tail. Use tail to sew pompom to the tip of the hat.
Santa Outfit (Dress) (Red & White Yarn):
Dress Body (Red Yarn):
R1: Ch 25, join with sl st to first ch to form a ring. Ch 1, sc in each ch around [24]
R2-3: Sc in each st around (2 rounds) [24]
R4: (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
R5-8: Sc in each st around (4 rounds) [30]
R9: (4 sc, inc) x6 [36]
R10-12: Sc in each st around (3 rounds) [36]
Sl st to next st, FO.
Sleeves (make 2, Red Yarn):
Work in continuous rounds.
R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
R2-4: sc in each st around (3 rounds) [6]
Sl st to next st, FO, leave a tail for sewing.
Cuffs (make 2, White Yarn):
Attach white yarn to the opening of a red sleeve.
R1: Ch 1, sc in each of the 6 sts around [6]
Sl st to next st, FO, leave a tail for sewing.
Collar (White Yarn):
Attach white yarn to the back center of the neckline of the dress.
R1: Ch 1, sc in each of the 24 sts around [24]
R2: Ch 1, sc in each of the 24 sts around [24]
Sl st to next st, FO, leave a tail for sewing.
Bottom Trim (White Yarn):
Attach white yarn to the back center of the bottom edge of the dress.
R1: Ch 1, sc in each of the 36 sts around [36]
R2: Ch 1, sc in each of the 36 sts around [36]
Sl st to next st, FO, leave a tail for sewing.
Buttons (make 2, White Yarn):
R1: 6 sc in MR [6]
Sl st to next st, FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Assembly:
1. Carefully sew the Beak to the center of Tweety’s face, between R12 and R13 of the Head/Body, ensuring it’s centered.
2. Sew the assembled Eyes (white base with blue iris and safety eye/embroidered pupil) onto the head, positioning them symmetrically above the beak. Embroider black eyelashes as shown in the reference image.
3. Sew the Wings to the sides of the body, around R19-R20.
4. Sew the Legs to the bottom of the body, spaced evenly apart, around R25.
5. Sew the Feet to the ends of the Legs.
6. Slide the Red Santa Dress onto Tweety’s body. Sew the Red Sleeves with White Cuffs to the side openings of the dress, aligning them with where the wings are attached.
7. Sew the White Collar around the neckline of the dress.
8. Sew the White Bottom Trim to the bottom edge of the dress.
9. Sew the two White Buttons vertically down the front of the dress.
10. Place the Santa Hat on Tweety’s head, adjusting it to your liking, and sew it in place. Sew the Pompom to the very tip of the hat.
Your Christmas Tweety Bird Amigurumi is now complete!