Easy Crochet Chick Applique Pattern + Video Tutorial
Get ready to add a touch of cuteness to your crochet projects with my Crochet Chick Applique Pattern! This adorable little chick is perfect for embellishing baby blankets, Easter or spring decorations, and more. The free crochet pattern and step by step video tutorial are below.
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Free Crochet Chick Applique Pattern
My chick applique pattern is fantastic for beginners! It’s designed to be simple and easy to follow, so if you’re just starting out with crocheting, this is the perfect project for you.
With clear instructions and basic stitches, you’ll have fun creating a cute chick, while you practice your crochet skills. Plus, with the step-by-step video tutorial I’ve included, you’ll have extra help whenever you need it.
PDF Version
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Materials Needed
- Crochet Hook Size: H-8 5 mm
- Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in yellow, orange, black, and scraps of white.
- Yarn needle: Use this to weave in your ends.
- Scissors: Use scissors to fasten off your yarn.
- Stitch marker(s): Use these to help keep track of your stitches.
Crochet Chick Applique Pattern
Skill Level
Beginner. My crochet applique patterns are designed using basic stitches in basic form.
Finished Measurements
My chick measured 4 inches wide and 4 inches tall.
Gauge
2 rounds = 1 inch and 4 stitches = 1 inch
Supplies
- Hook: H-8 5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn: medium yarn weight
- Notions: stitch markers & tapestry needle
Crochet Terms
- dc = double crochet stitches
- hdc = half double crochet stitches
- sc = single crochet stitches
- ch/chs = chain/chains
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
- rnd/rnds = round/rounds
- rem = remaining
Pattern Notes
- The pattern starts with a magic circle (magic ring).
- Join in the round with a slip stitch to the first stitch made in that round.
- Repeat instructions between asterisks (*) for the remainder of the round.
- The pattern is written in US terms.
Instructions
Face
Round 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 11 dc, join with sl st to the top of the first dc (11 stitches)
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st, join (22 stitches)
Round 3: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next st*, join (33 stitches)
Round 4: Ch 2, *2 dc, dc in next 2 sts*, join (44 stitches)
Do not fasten off. Begin the hair curl.
Hair Curl
Ch 5, 3 hdc in 3rd ch from hook and in each rem ch, join (9 stitches)
Eyes
- Use black yarn.
- You will need 2 scraps of white yarn.
- Make 2.
Rnd 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 9 hdc, join with sl st to the top of the first hdc (9 stitches)
Use scrap pieces of white yarn to add the eye sparkle.
Fasten off leaving a long tail and then sew the eyes to the face.
Beak
Row 1: Ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each rem ch, turn (4 stitches)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc2tog, turn (2 stitches)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc2tog, fasten off (1 stitch)
Sew the beak to the face. Make sure it is centered between the eyes.
Looking for more Free Crochet Patterns?
You may also like these crochet appliques that also include video tutorials: Bunny, Peeps, Sloth, Polar Bear, and Easter Egg applique crochet patterns.
Let’s Connect!
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