Free Pattern: Farmhouse Rustic Amigurumi Hen with Earthy Stripes

Introduction

Welcome to our crafting corner! Today, we’re excited to share a delightful free pattern for a Farmhouse Rustic Amigurumi Hen. This charming hen, adorned with earthy neutral stripes, is perfect for adding a touch of countryside charm to your home. Whether you’re an experienced crafter or a beginner, this pattern is designed to guide you step-by-step, ensuring a cozy, handcrafted vibe that will brighten any space.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in earthy neutral colors: taupe, cream, and olive green.
• Hook: 3.5mm crochet hook.
• Gauge: 15 sts x 20 rows = 4 inches in single crochet.
• Stuffing: Fiberfill or any suitable stuffing material.
• Needle: Yarn needle for sewing and weaving in ends.
• Scissors: For cutting yarn.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Body

1. Using taupe yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Rnd 1: Work 6 single crochets (sc) into the magic ring. (6 sts)
3. Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
4. Rnd 3: *(1 sc, 2 sc in next st)* repeat around. (18 sts)
5. Rnd 4: *(2 sc, 2 sc in next st)* repeat around. (24 sts)
6. Rnd 5-10: Sc in each stitch around. Change to cream yarn at the end of Rnd 10.
7. Rnd 11-12: Sc in each stitch around. Change to olive green yarn at the end of Rnd 12.
8. Rnd 13-14: Sc in each stitch around. Change back to taupe yarn at the end of Rnd 14.
9. Rnd 15: *(2 sc, sc2tog)* repeat around. (18 sts)
10. Rnd 16: *(1 sc, sc2tog)* repeat around. (12 sts)
11. Rnd 17: Sc2tog around. (6 sts)
12. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the body firmly with fiberfill.

Head

1. Using cream yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Rnd 1: Work 6 sc into the magic ring. (6 sts)
3. Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
4. Rnd 3: *(1 sc, 2 sc in next st)* repeat around. (18 sts)
5. Rnd 4-6: Sc in each stitch around.
6. Rnd 7: *(1 sc, sc2tog)* repeat around. (12 sts)
7. Rnd 8: Sc2tog around. (6 sts)
8. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff the head with fiberfill.

Beak

1. Using olive green yarn, chain 3.
2. Row 1: Sc in the 2nd chain from the hook and in the next chain. (2 sts)
3. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing. Sew the beak to the head.

Assembly

1. Carefully sew the head to the body using the long tail left from the body.
2. Embroider eyes using black yarn to give your hen a charming expression.
3. Weave in all ends securely to finish your amigurumi hen.

Congratulations! You have successfully created your own Farmhouse Rustic Amigurumi Hen. This adorable piece is sure to bring warmth and charm to your home. Happy crafting!