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Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern

Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern
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2-4 Hours Time Needed
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Beginner Friendly Level

Perfect for those just starting their crochet journey, with clear instructions and simple techniques

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Bite-Sized Project

Finishes in 2-4 hours—perfect for an afternoon of creative relaxation.

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An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern makes a small amigurumi butterfly called Ava, approximately 7 in. (18 cm) tall when finished. It features a segmented body worked in continuous rounds, two layered wings made from joined panels, and embroidered facial and leg details. The instructions use three colors of Wool-Ease and include guidance for antennae and assembly.

Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Perfect as a gift or a nursery toy, Ava is designed to be crocheted tightly so stuffing does not show through. The pattern includes clear abbreviations, stitch explanations, and finishing instructions to help you assemble all pieces accurately.

Why You'll Love This Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines simple amigurumi shaping with a clever layered wing design that adds so much character. I enjoy how the segmented body uses color changes to create a playful striped look without complicated joins. The wings are built from two panels joined together which gives a professional, padded finish I find very satisfying. As a maker, it's rewarding to take a few basic pieces and assemble them into a toy that feels complete and whimsical.

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Switch Things Up

I love customizing Ava by switching color palettes; try pastel shades for a nursery-friendly version or bright contrasting colors for a playful look.

I often change yarn weight and hook size to make different sizes—use bulky yarn with a larger hook for a cuddly oversized butterfly or a smaller hook and thin yarn for a mini keychain version.

I like to add wire in the wings or antennae for a poseable effect; insert a thin craft wire between the joined panels or run wire through the antennae before sewing closed.

You can embroider different facial expressions to change personality; move the eyes closer together for a curious look or angle the mouth for a sleepy expression.

Consider adding tiny crocheted accessories like a bow, crown, or a small scarf to personalize each butterfly as a gift.

For a textured wing, use surface slip stitch stripes or change stitch types in the upper rows to create ridges and details.

I sometimes sew on small beads or felt accents inside the wing panels for a mixed-media look—just ensure they are secured if the toy is for a child.

Experiment with gradient or ombre yarns to give the wings a gradual color change without switching yarns frequently.

If you want a sturdier toy for play, reinforce wing attachment points with extra stitches and use stronger thread when sewing pieces together.

Don't be afraid to try embroidered details in contrasting colors—eyebrows, eyelashes, or decorative lines on the wings add so much character to each finished butterfly.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not placing a marker at the end of each round can make it hard to track rounds and increases; place and move a stitch marker after each round to stay on track. ✗ Forgetting to stuff gradually causes uneven or lumpy shaping; stuff the piece in small amounts as you work, especially before closing decreases. ✗ Changing color incorrectly at the end of a round can create loose ends or gaps; follow the pattern's color-change instructions and draw new color through all loops to complete the joining slip stitch. ✗ Working with loose tension will let stuffing show through the stitches; use a slightly smaller hook than usual or tighten your tension to make fabric dense and neat.

Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern

Create a sweet, handmade butterfly plush with this easy-to-follow crochet pattern. You will work the body in five joined sections and crochet two detailed wings to attach at the back. The pattern uses Lion Brand Wool-Ease for soft, durable results and includes clear round-by-round instructions so you can make a charming toy in just a few hours.

Beginner Friendly 2-4 Hours

Materials Needed for Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Lion Brand Wool-Ease (Art. #620) - #140 Rose Heather (Color A) - 1 ball (worsted weight, #4)
  • 02
    Lion Brand Wool-Ease (Art. #620) - #024 Oatmeal (Color B) - 1 ball (worsted weight, #4)
  • 03
    Lion Brand Wool-Ease (Art. #620) - #114 Denim (Color C) - 1 ball (worsted weight, #4)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size F-5 (3.75 mm)
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    Steel crochet hook size 9 (1.25 mm) (for antennae)
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    Black embroidery floss or cotton crochet thread size 10 (for details)
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    Lion Brand large-eyed blunt needle
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    Stitch markers
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    Scissors
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    Fiberfill stuffing
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    Yarn needle for sewing pieces together
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    Pins for assembly (optional)

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— Notes :

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1. Butterfly is worked in 5 pieces: Body, 2 Wings, and 2 Antennae. Pieces are sewn together.

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2. Body is worked in continuous rnds (spiral) from the head downwards in 5 sections. Do not join first st of rnds to last st with a sl st. Do not turn at the beg of rnds. Body sections are worked with different yarn colors.

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3. Each Wing is made from 2 panels that are crocheted together. Wing panels are made in 2 sections. The lower section is worked in 3 joined rnds. Do not turn at beg of rnds. Join last st of each rnd to first st with a sl st. Work first st of each rnd into the same (first) st as the joining sl st. The upper section is worked back and forth in rows.

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4. To change yarn color and join at end of a rnd, insert hook in first sc, yarn over with new color and draw through all loops on hook to complete joining sl st. Fasten off old color. Proceed with new color.

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5. To change yarn color at the end of a row or continuous (spiral) rnd, work last st of old color to last yarn over. Yarn over with new color and draw through all loops on hook to complete st. Fasten off old color. Proceed with new color.

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6. Exact gauge is not essential for this project. We worked tightly with a small hook so that stuffing wouldn't show through.

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SAFETY NOTE: If Butterfly is intended for a baby or child, be certain that all pieces have been very securely sewn together. Don't leave a baby or child unattended with the Butterfly!

— Stitch Explanations :

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dc2tog (dc 2 sts together) (Yarn over, insert hook in next st and draw up a loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops) twice, yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook – 1 st decreased.

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sc2tog (sc 2 sts together) (Insert hook in next st and draw up a loop) twice, yarn over and draw through all 3 loops on hook – 1 st decreased.

— Technique Explanation :

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Magic Ring: Wrap yarn around index finger. Insert hook into ring on finger, yarn over and draw up a loop. Carefully slip ring from finger and work the sts of Rnd 1 into the ring.

— Body :

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First Section (Head) With larger hook and A, make a magic ring.

Round 1 :

Rnd 1 (RS): Work 8 sc in ring; do not join, work in continuous rnds (spiral). Gently but firmly, pull tail to tighten center of ring. Place a marker in last st made to indicate end of rnd. Move marker up as each rnd is completed.

Round 2 :

Rnd 2: Work 2 sc in each st around – you will have 16 sc in this rnd.

Round 3 :

Rnd 3: * Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 24 sc.

Round 4 :

Rnd 4: * Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 32 sc.

Round 5-10 :

Rnds 5-10: Sc in each st around.

Round 11 :

Rnd 11: * Sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around – 24 sc.

Round 12 :

Rnd 12: * Sc in next st, sc2tog; rep from * around; change to B in last st – 16 sc.

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Second Section

Round 13 :

Rnd 13: With B, working in front loops only, * sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 24 sc. Begin stuffing piece and continue stuffing until piece is complete.

Round 14 :

Rnd 14: * Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 30 sc.

Round 15-18 :

Rnds 15-18: Sc in each st around.

Round 19 :

Rnd 19: * Sc in next st, sc2tog; rep from * around – 20 sc.

Round 20 :

Rnd 20: * Sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around; change to A in last st – 16 sc.

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Third Section

Round 21 :

Rnd 21: With A, working in front loops only, * sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 24 sc.

Round 22 :

Rnd 22: * Sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 28 sc.

Round 23-25 :

Rnds 23-25: Sc in each st around.

Round 26 :

Rnd 26: * Sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around – 21 sc.

Round 27 :

Rnd 27: * Sc in next st, sc2tog; rep from * around; change to B in last st – 14 sc.

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Fourth Section

Round 28 :

Rnd 28: With B, working in front loops only, * sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 21 sc.

Round 29-31 :

Rnds 29-31: Sc in each st around.

Round 32 :

Rnd 32: * Sc in next st, sc2tog; rep from * around – 14 sc.

Round 33 :

Rnd 33: * Sc2tog; rep from * around; change to A in last st – 7 sc.

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Fifth Section

Round 34 :

Rnd 34: With A, working in front loops only, 2 sc in each st around – 14 sc.

Round 35-36 :

Rnds 35 and 36: Sc in each st around.

Round 37 :

Rnd 37: * Sc2tog; rep from * around – 7 sc.

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Fasten off, leaving a long yarn tail. Thread tail through top of sts of last rnd. Pull tail to close opening and knot securely.

— Wings :

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WINGS (make 2)

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Panel I - Lower Section: With larger hook and C, ch 8.

Round 1 :

Rnd 1 (RS): Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch, hdc in next ch, (hdc, dc) in next ch, 2 dc in next ch, 4 dc in next ch; working along opposite side of beg ch-8, 2 dc in next ch, (dc, hdc) in next ch, hdc in next ch, sc in next 3 ch; join with sl st in first sc and change to A – 20 sts.

Round 2 :

Rnd 2: With A, do NOT turn, sc in same st as joining sl st, sc in next 3 sts, hdc in next 2 sts, 2 hdc in next st, 2 dc in next st, dc in next st, 2 dc in each of next 2 sts, dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, 2 hdc in next st, hdc in next 2 sts, sc in last 4 sts; join with sl st in first sc and change to C – 26 sts.

Round 3 :

Rnd 3: With C, do NOT turn, sc in same st as joining sl st, sc in next 8 sts, 2 sc in next st, hdc in next st, 2 dc in each of next 4 sts, hdc in next st, 2 sc in next st, sc in last 9 sts; join with sl st in first sc – 32 sts.

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Do not fasten off.

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Upper Section: Work back and forth in rows. Do NOT turn before working Row 1. Row 1 of panel I is worked with front (RS) of lower section facing you.

Row 1 :

Row 1 (RS): With C, do NOT turn, sc in same st as joining sl st, sc in next 4 sts, hdc in next 3 sts, 2 hdc in next st, 2 dc in each of next 3 sts and change to A in last st; leave remaining sts unworked – 16 sts.

Row 2 :

Row 2: With A, ch 2 (does not count as a st), TURN, 2 dc in first st, dc in next 5 sts, hdc in next 5 sts, sc in next 5 sts and change to C in last st – 17 sts.

Row 3 :

Row 3: With C, ch 1, TURN, sc in first 10 sts, hdc in next 3 sts, dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st and change to A in last st – 18 sts.

Row 4 :

Row 4: With A, ch 2 (does not count as a st), TURN, dc2tog, dc in next 3 sts, hdc in next 3 sts, sc in next 10 sts and change to C in last st – 17 sts.

Row 5 :

Row 5: With C, ch 1, TURN, sc in first 10 sts, hdc in next 3 sts, dc in next 2 sts, dc2tog – 16 sts.

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Fasten off.

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Panel II - Lower Section: Work same as lower section of Panel I.

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Panel II - Upper Section: Work back and forth in rows. TURN at the beg of Row 1. Row 1 of Panel II is worked with back (WS) of lower section facing you.

Row 1-5 :

Rows 1-5: Work same as Rows 1-5 of upper section of Panel I, except beg Row 1 with WS of lower section facing you. Rows 1, 3, and 5 will be worked with WS of lower section facing you and Rows 2 and 4 will be worked with RS of lower section facing you.

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Do not fasten off.

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Join Panels: Hold panels I and II together with sts and rows matching. Working through both thicknesses, sl st evenly spaced all the way around outer edges of Wing; join with sl st in first sl st. Fasten off. Rep to make second Wing.

— Antennae :

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ANTENNAE (make 2) With smaller hook and black embroidery floss or cotton crochet thread, make a magic ring.

Round 1 :

Rnd 1: Work 6 sc in ring. Gently but firmly, pull tail to tighten center of ring and then ch 8.

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Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing Antennae to Body. Rep to make second Antenna.

— Finishing :

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Using photograph as a guide and yarn tails still attached to pieces whenever possible, assemble the Butterfly as follows:

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Sew Wings to back of Body, between Rnds 12 and 19, and about 6 sts apart.

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With black embroidery floss or cotton crochet thread, embroider straight st eyes between Rnds 5 and 8, about 4 sts apart. Embroider mouth below eyes.

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With black embroidery floss or cotton crochet thread, embroider 2 straight st legs between Rnds 14 and 19, and 2 legs between Rnds 21 and 26.

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With yarn tails, sew Antennae to top of head between Rnds 1 and 2.

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Weave in ends.

— Abbreviations :

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beg = begin(ninig); ch = chain; dc = double crochet; hdc = half double crochet; rep = repeat; rnd(s) = round(s); RS = right side; sc = single crochet; sl st = slip stitch; st(s) = stitch(es); WS = wrong side.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew Wings to back of Body, positioning them between Rnds 12 and 19 and spacing them about 6 stitches apart to match the photograph.
  • Embroider the eyes with black embroidery floss between Rnds 5 and 8, spacing them about 4 stitches apart, and embroider the mouth below the eyes.
  • Embroider two straight-stitch legs between Rnds 14 and 19, and two more between Rnds 21 and 26, using black embroidery floss or cotton crochet thread.
  • Sew Antennae to the top of the head between Rnds 1 and 2 using the long yarn tails left from the Antennae, securing tightly.
  • Weave in all ends and knot securely; keep yarn tails attached during assembly when possible to make sewing easier.

Important Notes

  • 💡Butterfly is worked in 5 pieces: Body, 2 Wings, and 2 Antennae; pieces are sewn together during finishing.
  • 💡Body is worked in continuous rounds (spiral) from the head downwards in 5 sections; do not join first st of rnds with a sl st or turn at the beginning of rnds.
  • 💡Each Wing is made from 2 panels crocheted together; lower section is worked in joined rnds and the upper section is worked back and forth in rows.
  • 💡When changing yarn color at the end of a rnd, insert hook in first sc, yarn over with new color and draw through all loops to complete joining sl st, then fasten off old color.
  • 💡Work tightly with a small hook so that stuffing does not show through; exact gauge is not essential but tight tension improves finish.

This adorable Ava the Butterfly pattern is a delightful little amigurumi project that brings a touch of handmade charm to any nursery or gift. The layered wings and striped body make for a playful design you will love to stitch and assemble. Perfect for gifting or keeping as a sweet keepsake—happy crocheting! 🧶🦋

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures about 7 in. (18 cm) tall when using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can, but changing yarn weight will affect the finished size; use an appropriate hook size and expect a different final dimension.

Do I need to join rounds when working the body?

No, the body is worked in continuous rounds (spiral); do not join the first stitch of rounds to the last with a slip stitch.

Is this pattern suitable for beginners?

This is an easy, beginner-friendly project, but basic crochet knowledge such as single crochet, increases, decreases, and working in the round is recommended.

How long does this project typically take?

Most crocheters finish this project in 2-4 hours, depending on experience and how much time is spent on assembly and embroidery details.