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Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern

Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern
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3-4 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

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

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Bite-Sized Project

Complete in under 2 hours—quick, fun, and perfect for a little creative escape.

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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 Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern

This baby bat pattern is perfect for anyone who loves cute and quirky amigurumi projects. The design focuses on creating an adorable face with safety eyes and embroidered blush details that give your bat tons of personality. The wings are worked in double crochet rounds to create a beautiful scalloped edge that folds perfectly to frame the body. With customizable color options for the main body, blush, and bow tie accent, you can make each bat uniquely yours.

Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern includes detailed stuffing and shaping instructions to help you achieve the perfect rounded head and maintain proper eye placement. Assembly guidance ensures your bat's wings and ears are positioned correctly for that signature cute look.

Why You'll Love This Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it's one of those projects that looks impressive but comes together surprisingly quickly! The combination of single crochet for the body and double crochet for the wings keeps things interesting without being overwhelming. What really makes me smile is how much personality shines through in the finished piece—those little blushing cheeks and the optional bow tie just melt my heart every time. It's also incredibly versatile for color choices, so you can make a whole family of bats in different shades. The compact size makes it perfect for using up yarn scraps, and it's small enough to gift or display anywhere in your home.

Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with color combinations to create different bat personalities! Instead of the classic gray or black, why not try pastel colors like soft pink, lavender, or mint green for a dreamy aesthetic? You could also make seasonal versions—think orange and black for Halloween, or red and white for a festive Valentine's bat.

For a fun twist, I sometimes add little details that aren't in the original pattern. Tiny embroidered stars on the wings create a magical night-sky effect, or you could add small felt flowers tucked behind one ear for a whimsical garden bat. I've even tried making the bow tie in sparkly metallic yarn for extra special gift versions.

If you want to change the size, simply use thicker yarn with a larger hook, or go super tiny with thread weight yarn and a 1.5mm hook for miniature versions. The double crochet wings are perfect for trying variegated or gradient yarns—watching the colors shift across those scalloped edges is absolutely mesmerizing! You could also experiment with different wing sizes by adding or removing rounds to create baby, adult, or even dramatic mega-wing versions.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Rushing through the stuffing process can cause uneven shaping and misaligned safety eyes, so take your time and stuff gradually following the three-step method provided ✗ Not maintaining consistent tension between single crochet and double crochet stitches will result in wings that don't match the body size properly, so practice your tension before starting ✗ Forgetting to leave the slip stitch on the body aligned with the head's slip stitch during assembly makes attaching difficult, so always check positioning before sewing ✗ Placing the ears without checking the front view first often leads to crooked or asymmetrical ear placement, so pin and view from multiple angles before securing permanently

Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern

Create your own adorable baby bat companion with this charming amigurumi pattern! This sweet little creature features oversized wings, cute blushing cheeks, and an optional bow tie that adds the perfect finishing touch. The pattern combines basic crochet techniques with detailed shaping to bring this lovable nocturnal friend to life. Whether you're making it as a gift or adding to your own collection, this baby bat is sure to steal hearts with its precious personality and huggable design.

Intermediate 3-4 Hours

Materials Needed for Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Approximately 25g yarn in your main color (such as Scheepjes Catona in Anthracite 501, Dark Olive 387, or Bridal White 105)
  • 02
    Small amount of yarn for accent color for blush and bow tie (such as Scheepjes Catona in Lime Juice 392, Apricot 524, or Light Orchid 226)
  • 03
    Small amount of white yarn for bow tie knot

— Tools Required

  • 01
    2.25mm crochet hook (or size suitable for your yarn)
  • 02
    6mm safety eyes (adjust size based on your hook and yarn)
  • 03
    Stuffing
  • 04
    Darning/Tapestry needle
  • 05
    Pins
  • 06
    Scissors

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— Head :

Starting :

In your main colour, make 6 sc in mr

Round 1 :

(inc) x 6 (12)

Round 2 :

(sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Round 3 :

(sc 2, inc) x 6 (24)

Round 4 :

(sc 3, inc) x 6 (30)

Round 5 :

(sc 4, inc) x 6 (36)

Round 6-7 :

sc in each – 2 rounds (36)

Round 8 :

(sc 5, inc) x 6 (42)

Info :

Insert safety eyes as shown. Do not add the backs yet, as it may be difficult to crochet the next round

Round 9-12 :

sc in each – 4 rounds (42)

Round 13 :

(sc 4, dec) x 7 (35)

Info :

Stuffing step 1: Place the backs on your safety eyes and begin to stuff. Tuck plenty of stuffing above the eye area. This helps to keep the eyes looking 'straight and forward' later

Round 14 :

(sc 3, dec) x 7 (28)

Info :

Stuffing step 2: Stuff rounds 12 and above. Gently pad out the area between, and around, the eyes. Don't stuff too firmly just yet

Round 15 :

(sc 2, dec) x 7 (21)

Round 16 :

(sc, dec) x 7 (14)

Info :

Stuffing step 3: Add stuffing a little at a time until you have a nice rounded shape. Take care to not dislodge the eyes, and don't overstuff your decrease rounds

Finishing :

Slst, FO, and weave in tail

— Embroider Blush :

Step 1 :

Insert your needle through the opening and bring out two stitches back from the eye, between rounds 11 & 12

Step 2 :

Embroider those two stitches once, then bring your needle back in next to the eye. Then out through the opening

Step 3 :

Repeat for the other side

Step 4 :

Tie your ends together securely, and trim off the excess

— Body :

Starting :

Continue with your main colour and make 6 sc in mr

Round 1 :

(inc, sc) x 3 (9)

Round 2 :

(inc, sc 2) x 3 (12)

Round 3 :

(inc, sc 3) x 3 (15)

Round 4 :

(inc, sc 4) x 3 (18)

Round 5 :

(inc, sc 2) x 6 (24)

Round 6-8 :

sc in each stitch – 3 rounds (24)

Info :

Begin to stuff the body. From here, stuff as you go

Round 9 :

(dec, sc 6) x 3 (21)

Round 10 :

sc in each stitch (21)

Round 11 :

(dec, sc 5) x 3 (18)

Round 12 :

(sc 3, dec, sc 2, dec) x 2 (14)

Info :

Ensure the body is stuffed firm to maintain the shape. Line up the slst on the body with the slst on the head. Stitch the head and body together through the front loops only

— Ears :

Starting :

Start with 6 sc in mr

Round 1 :

(3sc, sc) x 3 (12)

Round 2 :

Sc, (3sc, sc 3) x 2, 3sc, sc 2 (18)

Round 3 :

Sc 2, (3sc, sc 5) x 2, 3sc, sc 3 (24)

Round 4 :

Sc 3, (3sc, sc 7) x 2, 3sc, sc 4 (30)

Round 5 :

Sc 4, (2sc, sc 9) x 2, 2sc, sc 4, slst (33)

Finishing :

Sc in the next 3 stitches, Slst in the next. Cut yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing (approx. 40cm), and pull through

Info :

Make the second ear. 3sc = make 3 sc into the same stitch. 2sc = make 2 sc into the same stitch

— Wings :

Info :

Make 2. Into mr. Ch3 counts as 1 dc. Dc-inc = make 2 dc in the same stitch. 2dc ch2 2dc = make 2 dc in the next stitch, chain 2, then make another 2 dc in the same stitch

Round 1 :

Ch3, dc 15, slst into ch2 (16)

Round 2 :

Ch3, dc in same ch2 space, (dc, dc-inc) x 7, dc, slst in ch2 (24)

Round 3 :

Ch3, dc in same ch2 space, (dc 2, dc-inc) x 7, dc 2, slst in ch2 (32)

Round 4 :

Ch3, dc in same ch2 space, (dc 3, dc-inc) x 7, dc 3, slst in ch2 (40)

Round 5 :

Ch3, dc in same ch2 space, ch2, 2dc in the same space then (dc 4, 2dc ch2 2dc) x 7, dc 4, slst in ch2 (80)

Finishing :

Cut approx. 60 cm of yarn and pull through. Fold your work in half to create the wing shape. Be sure that the ch2 points match the opposite side. Stitch together through the back loops only. Once you reach the end, thread your needle back through the wing to your starting point

— Bow-Tie :

Bow-Tie Rectangle (in accent colour) :

Ch 8, hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in each space (6)

Row 2-4 :

Ch 2, turn, hdc in each stitch (6) – 3 rows, 4 rows in total

Finishing :

Fasten off and weave in ends

Bow-Tie Knot (in white) :

Ch 7 with a 10cm tail

Row 1 :

Dc in 3rd ch from hook, dc in each space (4)

Finishing :

Slst into ch1, cut 10cm and pull through

Assembly :

Thread your chain tail through the middle of the opposite end, creating a loop at the back. Pinch the coloured piece, place face down inside the loop and pull gently. Thread your ends through the middle loops on the opposite side. Pull tight and knot. Weave and trim one loose end, leaving the other for sewing

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach the ears to the head: Point A (front corner) should be placed in the second stitch back from the blush, one row down, between rounds 12 and 13. Point B (back corner) goes between rounds 8 and 9, approximately 3 stitches apart. Point C (top tip) should be pinned between rounds 3 and 4 after gently pinching and flattening the ear against the head.
  • Always check how the ears look from the front before sewing. Adjust positioning if needed by first checking point C, then adjusting points B and C while keeping point A the same.
  • Pin the wings to the body creating a narrow V-shape. The starting rings should be positioned where the body meets the head, 3-4 stitches apart. The bottom points of the wings should meet towards the tail.
  • Thread your needle and attach each wing from bottom to top, the same way as the ears. One stitch every 2-3 body rows should be enough.
  • Once you've secured the top of the wing, bring your needle through to the side of the body roughly in line with the ear. Pick up a stitch from the wing and attach to the body, pulling tight.
  • Work your needle towards the bottom part of the body, pick up another stitch from the wing and attach, pull tight. Fasten off discretely and weave in the end.
  • Attach the bow-tie between the 2nd and 3rd rows beneath the head. Gently squish the bat back into shape with your fingers after all assembly is complete.

Important Notes

  • 💡Try to maintain a consistent tension throughout the whole project, including the wings. Only make very tight sc stitches if you can also make very tight dc stitches
  • 💡Keep your dc stitches neat and compact. The finished wing should be almost as tall as the head and body combined
  • 💡Take your time stuffing and shaping the head. It really is worth it for achieving that cute face
  • 💡If you are making a very small bat, the pins will be sticking out through the body during assembly. Please take care handling until the pins are removed
  • 💡The bow-tie should look slightly oversized. As a guide, it should fall roughly the same width as the eyes
  • 💡Always pin parts in place and view from multiple angles before sewing permanently to ensure correct positioning

This precious Baby Bat pattern was designed to capture all the charm of these adorable nocturnal creatures in a cuddly, pocket-sized form! With its oversized wings, sweet blushing cheeks, and optional dapper bow tie, this little bat brings personality and whimsy to any amigurumi collection. The pattern guides you through careful shaping techniques that result in a professional-looking finish you'll be proud to display or gift. Perfect for bat lovers and anyone who appreciates the cuteness of misunderstood creatures! 🦇 Happy crocheting! 🧶✨

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FAQs

What yarn weight works best for this baby bat pattern?

The pattern uses fingering weight yarn (Scheepjes Catona) with a 2.25mm hook. You can use any yarn weight, but adjust your hook size accordingly and be aware that your finished bat will be larger or smaller depending on your yarn choice. Just ensure your tension is consistent throughout.

How do I keep the safety eyes looking straight and forward?

The key is following the three-step stuffing process carefully. Tuck plenty of stuffing above the eye area before adding the safety eye backs in step 1. This creates support that keeps the eyes from tilting or sinking into the head as you continue decreasing and stuffing.

My wings are turning out much larger than my bat's body. What should I do?

This usually happens when there's a big difference in tension between your single crochet (body) and double crochet (wings) stitches. Try using a smaller hook for the wings, or practice maintaining tighter double crochet stitches to match your single crochet tension.

Can I make the bat without the bow tie?

Absolutely! The bow tie is completely optional. Your baby bat will look adorable with just the blushing cheeks. You could also substitute it with other accessories like a tiny scarf or flower if you prefer.

How do I position the ears correctly so they look symmetrical?

Always pin the ears in place first and check from the front view before sewing. The pattern provides three reference points (A, B, and C) for placement. If they don't look right, adjust points B and C while keeping point A (the front corner) in the same position for best results.