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Flamingo Amigurumi Pattern

Flamingo Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 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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All-Day Adventure

Requires 8-10 hours, ideal for a full day of immersive knitting.

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Whimsical Buddy

Playful characters full of personality, designed to spark imagination and become cherished playtime favorites.

About This Flamingo Amigurumi Pattern

This flamingo amigurumi pattern brings tropical charm to your crochet collection with its elegant curved neck and playful stance. The design is worked in continuous rounds with separate components that are carefully assembled to create a standing or sitting flamingo. With detailed instructions for color changes and special techniques like bobble stitches for the knees, this pattern creates a dimensional and lifelike bird that stands out in any collection.

Flamingo Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

The pattern includes comprehensive guidance for embroidering facial features and positioning all elements perfectly. Detailed pictorial guides help you master the mattress stitch for seamless assembly, ensuring your flamingo looks professionally crafted.

Why You'll Love This Flamingo Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this flamingo pattern because it combines elegance with playfulness in such a perfect way! The long, graceful neck gives the flamingo such character, and I adore how the separate wing construction allows for beautiful detail and dimension. The bobble stitch technique for the knees adds such a realistic touch that makes this project feel special. What really makes my heart sing is seeing that gorgeous hot pink color come to life, and knowing you can customize it with the blush pink variation keeps things exciting. The way all the pieces come together through careful assembly is so satisfying, and the finished flamingo has such personality that it becomes more than just a project—it becomes a cherished piece.

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Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with this flamingo pattern to make each one unique! Sometimes I work the entire body in the blush pink variation for a softer, more delicate look that's perfect for baby nurseries. Other times, I add tiny embroidered details like French knots on the wings to give extra texture and dimension.

For a more whimsical approach, I've created flamingos in unexpected colors like lavender, mint green, or even rainbow variegated yarn—they turn out absolutely magical! I also enjoy playing with the eye embroidery, sometimes adding white highlights to make them sparkle with more personality.

When gifting these flamingos, I sometimes attach a small wire armature inside the neck before stuffing, which allows the recipient to pose the neck in different curves for extra character. I've also experimented with slightly longer legs by adding extra rounds to create a more exaggerated, fashion-model flamingo look.

The wings offer another great customization opportunity—I sometimes add small beads or sequins along the edge stitch for a glamorous touch, or work them in a contrasting color for a two-toned effect. For beach-themed décor, I've even added tiny crocheted accessories like sunglasses or a miniature lei around the neck!

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Forgetting to use stitch markers at the beginning of each round which can cause your stitch count to become misaligned and throw off the entire piece ✗ Not stuffing the neck-to-body join firmly enough before closing which results in a floppy neck that won't stand upright properly and loses the flamingo's characteristic pose ✗ Skipping the color change technique properly on the last stitch before the new color which creates messy transitions and visible color bleeding between sections ✗ Pulling the bobble stitch too tightly or not pushing it out properly which makes the knee joint look flat instead of dimensional and realistic

Flamingo Amigurumi Pattern

Create your own adorable flamingo friend with this delightful amigurumi pattern! This charming design features a gracefully curved neck, playful wings, and long bendable legs that give your flamingo character and personality. Perfect for displaying as home décor or gifting to flamingo enthusiasts, this pattern guides you through creating a whimsical 21cm tall sitting flamingo with detailed instructions for the body, neck, head, beak, wings, and legs. The beautiful hot pink color combined with rose-tinted accents makes this project truly special and eye-catching.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for 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
    3.75mm crochet hook
  • 02
    Toy stuffing
  • 03
    Tapestry needle
  • 04
    Scissors
  • 05
    Black embroidery yarn for eyes
  • 06
    Stitch marker
  • 07
    Pins for assembly

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— CROCHET FLAMINGO BODY :

Info :

Crochet the flamingo body starting at the chest and working towards the tail. Use colour 865 hot pink

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]

Info :

Before continuing to round 9 you should have two openings. One for the neck and one for the body. We will continue to crochet to make the body of the flamingo.

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 3, dec) x 3 then sc 33 [45]

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 to close the tail.

— CROCHET FLAMINGO NECK :

Info :

Crochet the flamingo neck starting at the back of the head. Crochet the head and then chain stitch to crochet two holes, continue to crochet down the neck of the flamingo. The other hole will be used later to crochet the beak and face. Use colour 865 hot pink

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. [20] (The total stitch count for the neck is now 20 which includes the 18 stitches plus the chain 2)

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.

— CROCHET FLAMINGO 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. Use colour 865 hot pink

Round 1 :

make a slip knot and perform a standing sc in the stitch immediately after the chain 2 join. 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.

— CROCHET FLAMINGO 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. Use colour 865 hot pink

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. Wing 2: Complete rounds 1-16. Do not tie off.

Wing One :

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

Wing Two :

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

— CROCHET FLAMINGO LEGS :

Info :

The legs will be made starting at the foot and working up to the thigh. 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)

Round 19 :

sc, bobble in the following stitch 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 Instructions

  • Pin the neck to the body opening created in round 8, ensuring proper alignment before sewing
  • Stuff the neck-to-body join very firmly with toy stuffing before closing to ensure the neck stands upright
  • Use a mattress stitch to securely attach the neck to the body, working carefully around the opening
  • Pin the legs to the middle of the body with approximately 1cm gap between them for proper balance
  • Attach the wings to either side of the body with the decorative edge stitch facing outward, positioning them symmetrically
  • Pin and sew the beak against the middle section of the neck where it naturally curves
  • Embroider the eyes halfway down the flamingo's face using black yarn and secure all yarn tails by weaving them invisibly into the work

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a stitch marker or contrasting yarn at the first stitch of each round to keep track of your progress
  • 💡Change colors on the last single crochet before the new color round for clean transitions
  • 💡Work with a small hook size to reduce visible holes in your amigurumi work
  • 💡The body, neck, wings and legs are all made separately before assembly begins
  • 💡Do not stuff the legs to allow them to remain flexible and posable
  • 💡Pin all parts together before sewing to ensure perfect alignment and positioning
  • 💡For young children, stitch eyes with black yarn instead of using safety eyes which are choking hazards

This elegant Flamingo Amigurumi pattern brings tropical beauty to your yarn collection! The graceful curved neck, playful wing details, and characteristic long legs make this flamingo truly special. With comprehensive instructions for each component and detailed assembly guidance, you'll create a stunning piece that stands beautifully on its own or sits gracefully as décor. The pattern includes helpful pictorial guides and even a blush pink color variation option. Whether you're making this for yourself or as a gift for a flamingo lover, this project is sure to bring joy and tropical vibes to any space! 🦩🧶✨

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FAQs

Can I make this flamingo in different colors besides hot pink?

Yes! The pattern includes instructions for a blush pink variation using Pink Rose color throughout. You can customize your flamingo in any color you prefer while maintaining the same construction technique.

Why shouldn't I stuff the flamingo legs?

Leaving the legs unstuffed allows them to remain flexible and bendable, giving your flamingo more posability and a more natural drape when sitting or standing.

What is the bobble stitch used for in the legs?

The bobble stitch creates dimensional knee joints on the flamingo legs, adding realistic detail and visual interest to mimic the natural joint structure of a real flamingo.

How do I keep the flamingo's neck standing upright?

The key is to stuff the neck-to-body join very firmly with toy stuffing before closing. This provides structural support that keeps the long neck in an upright position.

What is a standing single crochet and why is it used for the head?

A standing single crochet is a technique to start a new round without a slip stitch join. It's used when attaching yarn to the neck opening to create the head, providing a seamless beginning.

Why are the two wings made with different edge stitches?

The wings are mirror images of each other, with different edge stitch patterns to ensure that when attached, the decorative right side faces outward on both sides of the flamingo's body.