Crochet chick applique pattern
Looking for a quick and cute Easter crochet project? This free crochet bunny applique pattern is a beginner-friendly design made with simple stitches and easy shaping. It’s a fun little project for Easter crafts, gifts, baby items, and spring décor.
Quick answer
This crochet bunny applique pattern is a beginner-friendly project made with worsted weight yarn and an H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook. The finished applique measures about 5.25 inches long by 4.25 inches wide (13.3 x 10.8 cm) and works well for Easter décor, gifts, baby items, and spring crochet projects.
Best for: Beginners
Style: Small crochet bunny applique
Includes: Pattern details, written instructions, and FAQs
Cute ways to use this crochet chick applique
This crochet bunny applique is small, lightweight, and easy to use in lots of spring and Easter projects. Here are a few fun ways to use it:
- Decorating hats and beanies for babies or kids
- Sewing onto bags, totes, and market bags
- Adding a fun detail to blankets, pillows, or granny squares
- Creating Easter décor, garlands, or table decorations
- Embellishing handmade gifts, cards, or gift wrap
- Making craft fair items and quick stash-busting projects
- Decorating nursery items or spring-themed crochet projects
These appliques work up quickly, making them great for craft fairs, gifts, or last-minute Easter projects.
Crochet chick applique pattern details
Here’s a quick overview of the materials, finished size, gauge, and pattern notes before you begin.
Skill level
Beginner — This crochet applique pattern uses basic stitches in simple repeats and is worked in rounds and rows.
Materials needed
- Crochet hook size H-8 (5 mm) — Or the size needed to match the gauge.
- Worsted weight yarn (#4) — in yellow, orange, black, and scraps of white.
- Yarn needle — For weaving in ends neatly.
- Scissors — To cut your yarn.
- Stitch markers — Optional, but helpful for keeping track of stitches.
Finished size
The finished crochet chick applique measures approximately 4 inches wide by 4 inches tall (10 × 10 cm).
Gauge
Gauge is not critical for this pattern. Small differences in tension will only slightly affect the finished size.
Crochet abbreviations
- dc = double crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- sc = single crochet
- ch/chs = chain/chains
- st/sts = stitch/stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
- rnd/rnds = round/rounds
- rem = remaining
Pattern notes
- Join each round with a slip stitch to the first stitch.
- Beginning chains do not count as stitches.
- Repeat instructions between asterisks (*) for the rest of the round.
- The pattern is written in US crochet terms.
Free crochet chick applique pattern instructions
Follow the step-by-step instructions below to make this free crochet chick applique pattern using simple stitches and easy shaping.
Crochet chick face (base circle)
Use yellow yarn.
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.
Crochet chick hair curl
Use yellow yarn.
Round 1: Ch 5, 3 hdc in 3rd ch from hook and in each rem ch, join (9 stitches)
Crochet chick eyes
- Use black yarn.
- You will need 2 scraps of white yarn.
- Make 2.
Round 1: Magic circle, ch 2, 9 hdc, join with sl st to the top of the first hdc and fasten off leaving a long tail (9 stitches)
Use small scrap pieces of white yarn to add the eye sparkle. Sew the eyes onto the chick face.
Crochet chick beak
Use orange yarn.
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, centered between the eyes.
Finishing the crochet chick applique
Fasten off and weave in any remaining ends securely.
Frequently asked questions
Is this crochet chick applique pattern beginner friendly?
Yes! This is a beginner-friendly crochet applique pattern that uses basic stitches and simple shaping. The included video tutorial makes it easy to follow along, even if you’re new to crochet appliques.
How long does it take to crochet a chick applique?
This is a quick crochet project and can usually be completed in about 20–30 minutes, depending on your crochet speed.
What yarn works best for crochet appliques?
Worsted weight yarn works great for this pattern, but you can also use lighter or heavier yarn to change the finished size. Using thinner yarn will create a smaller chick, while thicker yarn will make a larger one.
Can I use scrap yarn for this pattern?
Absolutely. This crochet chick applique is perfect for scrap yarn projects since it only requires small amounts of yarn.
What can I use this crochet chick applique for?
This applique works well for Easter projects, baby items, hats, bags, blankets, nursery décor, gifts, and craft fair items.
Is there a video tutorial included?
Yes! A full step-by-step video tutorial is included to walk you through the entire pattern visually.
Can I sell items made with this pattern?
Yes, you may sell finished items made from this pattern. Please do not sell or redistribute the pattern itself.
How to crochet a chick applique (video tutorial)
Follow along with this step-by-step video tutorial to learn how to crochet this chick applique from start to finish. This visual guide walks you through each round, making it especially helpful for beginners and anyone who prefers learning by watching.
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Happy crocheting! 🧶
— Melissa
