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Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern

Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern
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8-10 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet 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 crocheting.

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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 Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a charming butterfly-themed amigurumi doll with removable dress and wings. It uses YarnArt Jeans yarn and produces a cuddly 24 cm toy when crocheted with the recommended hook sizes. The pattern features detailed round-by-round instructions, photo steps for facial detailing and clear assembly notes. Wings and dress are removable, making the toy playful and versatile.

Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

You will crochet toy pieces in continuous rounds, assemble the head, body and limbs, then add embroidered details and a sewn cap. The pattern includes step-by-step guidance for antennae, bubbles on the wings and how to join the wings together.

Why You'll Love This Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines simple amigurumi techniques with playful decorative details like tiny bubbles on the wings and a removable dress. I enjoy how the cap and antennae add personality and how embroidery brings the face to life. The wings are fun to make and the assembly process is satisfying when the doll starts to take shape. I designed it to be rewarding to crochet and to make a handmade gift that feels special, with clear photos to guide you through the more detailed steps.

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Switch Things Up

I love how easily you can customize this pattern by changing colors; try pastel shades for a soft nursery toy or bold contrasting colors for a playful look.

I often change yarn weight and hook size to create different sizes — a bulky yarn and larger hook will make a chunky cuddly friend, while thinner yarn makes a delicate mini version.

You can swap the shape of the wings or add tiny crocheted accessories like a hat or little scarf to personalize each doll.

Try embroidery variations for the face: move the eyes slightly or change eyebrow shapes to give each amigurumi a unique expression.

Make the bubbles on the wings in contrasting colors or add beads instead of bubbles for sparkle and texture.

I also like adding posable wire into the antennae or arms for more play value; wrap wire ends securely with tape before inserting.

For gift-giving, add a small removable pocket inside the dress to tuck a tiny note or charm.

If you prefer a softer look, use fuzzy or boucle yarn for the cap and trims and adjust eye size to match.

To make matching siblings, vary yarn shades in a gradient family of three colors so each butterfly looks related but unique.

Remember I always test placement with pins first, especially for eyes and wings, before permanently sewing — this gives you a chance to tweak positioning until it looks just right.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not changing color at the correct stitch can leave a visible jog; change color in the last stitch of the round before starting the new color as instructed. ✗ Forgetting to insert safety eyes at the advised round will make placement difficult later; pause and add eyes between the recommended rounds for correct spacing. ✗ Stuffing too late causes lumps and uneven shaping; stuff the pieces as you go, adding small amounts gradually to maintain smooth shape. ✗ Skipping stitch counts during increases or decreases will change your shaping; count stitches after every round and mark the start of the round with a stitch marker to stay accurate.

Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern

Make a sweet handmade Butterfly amigurumi with clear step-by-step instructions and helpful photos. You will crochet the head, body, arms, legs, cap, antennae, wings and a removable dress. This pattern includes stitch counts for every round so you can follow along with confidence and achieve a neat professional finish.

Intermediate 8-10 Hours

Materials Needed for Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    YarnArt Jeans (160 m / 50 g) color 05 (light beige) - main color, approximately 100-150 g
  • 02
    YarnArt Jeans color 03 (cream) - used for details and lower body trim, approximately 20-30 g
  • 03
    YarnArt Jeans color 70 (brown) - used for cap, dress details and bubbles, approximately 50-75 g
  • 04
    YarnArt Jeans color 76 (light turquoise) - used for wings, dress trim and bubbles, approximately 50-75 g

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 2.0 mm (US B) for toy parts
  • 02
    Crochet hook 2.5 mm (US C) for dress and some trims
  • 03
    Soft toy filling (polyester stuffing)
  • 04
    Safety eyes 8 mm (2 pieces)
  • 05
    Needle for sewing and embroidery
  • 06
    Stitch marker
  • 07
    Scissors
  • 08
    Pins for assembly
  • 09
    Brown felt pen for freckles
  • 10
    Blush (beauty blush) for cheeks
  • 11
    2 pieces of wire 1 mm dia, about 15 cm length each
  • 12
    Masking tape or adhesive woven tape for wrapping the wire
  • 13
    Black sewing thread for eyelid details

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— Head :

Round 1 :

6 sc in mr (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)

Round 8 :

(6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)

Round 9 :

(7 sc, inc) x 6 (54)

Round 10 :

(8 sc, inc) x 6 (60)

Round 11-20 :

(60) 10 rounds

Info :

We will now pause to insert the eyes. Insert them between rnds 17/18, 7 sts apart.

Round 21 :

(8 sc, dec) x 6 (54)

Round 22 :

(7 sc, dec) x 6 (48)

Round 23 :

(6 sc, dec) x 6 (42)

Round 24 :

(5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)

Round 25 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)

Info :

Start to stuff the head.

Round 26 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)

Round 27 :

(6 sc, dec) x 3 (21)

Round 28 :

21 sc, sl st (21)

Info :

Stuff the head. Cut the thread, weave in end inside of the head.

— Sewn cap (in brown color) :

Round 1 :

6 sc in mr (6)

Round 2 :

6 inc (12)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Round 4 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Round 5 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Round 6 :

(4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)

Round 7 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)

Round 8 :

(6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)

Round 9 :

(7 sc, inc) x 6 (54)

Round 10 :

(8 sc, inc) x 6 (60)

Round 11 :

(19 sc, inc) x 3 (63)

Round 12-19 :

(63) 8 rounds

Round 20 :

29 sc, (ch4, from the second ch from the hook crochet 3 sc along the chain, sc) x 3, 30 sc, sl st.

Info :

Cut the thread, leaving a long tail for sewing.

— Head details :

Info :

Embroider the nose with the main thread YarnArt Jeans. Divide it into 4 thin strands and use 2 strands. Embroider the nose under the 18th rnd of the head (count the rnds from the top). Make 4 horizontal sts (the st length is 3 sc), then make the necessary number of vertical sts until the nose is convex.

Info :

Make special needle sculpting for the eyes with the thread of main color: insert the thread into the hole on the head, bring it out at point 1, insert at point 2 and bring out at point 3, insert at point 4 and bring it out into the hole on the head. Tighten ends and fix with a knot.

Info :

Embroider the eye whites with the cream thread YarnArt Jeans. Embroider the eyelids with black sewing thread. Embroider the eyebrows with brown thread (divide into 4 thin strands and use 1 strand). Add blush to the cheeks and draw freckles above the nose and on the cheeks with a brown felt pen.

Info :

Sew the cap to the head, having fixed it with pins. Fix the cap to the head above the first round (count the rounds from the head bottom). In front the cap is located above the 18th round of the head (count the rounds from head bottom).

Info :

Fix the first strand of hair in the center, the other two are located at a distance of 2 sc from the central strand. Sew on a cap.

— Antennae :

Info :

Put a pin under the cap's fourth round in the center (count the rounds from the bottom). Step 6 stitches from the pin to both sides and put 2 pins. Remove the central pin, it is no longer needed.

Info :

Start with brown color.

Round 1 :

Step 1 st from the pin to both sides and crochet 6 sc in a round (6).

Round 2-6 :

(6) 5 rounds

Info :

Change the brown thread to light turquoise. Cut the brown thread. Next, crochet in light turquoise color.

Round 7 :

6 inc (12)

Round 8-10 :

(12) 3 rounds

Info :

Add some stuffing.

Round 11 :

6 dec (6)

Info :

Cut the thread, leaving a thread tail. Pull the opening closed pulling a needle through front loops of stitches. Weave in the thread tail.

Info :

Make another antennae in the same way.

— Arms (make 2, in main color) :

Info :

For the arms you will need two pieces of wire 15 cm long. Bend the ends of the wire and wrap them with adhesive tape. Please note that if you don't use the wire, then stuff the arms to the middle.

Round 1 :

6 sc in mr (6)

Round 2 :

(1 sc, inc) x 3 (9)

Round 3 :

(2 sc, inc) x 3 (12)

Round 4 :

(12)

Round 5 :

2 sc, 3 DC bubble, 9 sc (12)

Round 6 :

(12)

Round 7 :

(2 sc, dec) x 3 (9)

Round 8 :

(2 sc, inc) x 3 (12)

Round 9-14 :

(12) 6 rounds

Info :

Insert the wire, stuff the arm.

Round 15-23 :

(12) 9 rounds

Info :

Stuff the last third of the arm slightly. Crochet the second arm in the same way.

— Legs and body :

Info :

Legs are crocheted as two separate pieces and then joined. The legs and body are crocheted as one piece. Stuff as you go. By the time you start crocheting the body you should already have crocheted the arms.

Legs (make 2) - Start with brown color - Round 1 :

Ch5, from the second ch from the hook: inc, 2 sc, 6 sc into one st, then on the other side of the chain: 2 sc, inc (14)

Round 2 :

Inc, 3 sc, 6 inc, 3 sc, inc (22)

Round 3 :

Inc, 3 sc, (1 sc, inc) x 6, 5 sc, inc (30)

Info :

Change the brown thread to light turquoise. Cut the brown thread. Next crochet in a light turquoise color.

Round 4 :

Into BLO (30)

Round 5 :

9 sc, (dec, 2 sc) x 3, 9 sc (27)

Round 6 :

(27)

Round 7 :

7 sc, (1 sc, dec) x 5, 5 sc (22)

Round 8 :

7 sc, dec, crochet 3 sc together, dec, 8 sc (18)

Round 9-14 :

(18) 6 rounds

Info :

Stuff firmly.

Round 15-17 :

(18) 3 rounds

Round 18 :

(4 sc, dec) x 3 (15)

Round 19 :

(4 sc, inc) x 3 (18)

Round 20-22 :

(18) 3 rounds

Info :

Change the main color thread to cream color thread. Cut the main color thread. Next crochet in cream color.

Round 23 :

(5 sc, inc) x 3 (21)

Round 24 :

21 sc, sl st (21)

Info :

Cut the thread. Crochet the second leg in the same way but on the second leg crochet the 24th rnd not till the end (I crocheted 17 sc), stop in the middle on the inside of the leg. Next we will going to connect both legs. Crochet ch3.

Round 25 :

21 sc around the first leg, 3 sc along the chain, 21 sc around the second leg, 3 sc along the chain (on its other side) (48)

Round 26-32 :

(48) 7 rounds

Info :

After the rnd 33 crochet necessary amount of sc to shift the stitch marker to the middle of the back.

Round 33 :

(14 sc, dec) x 3 (45)

Info :

Change the cream thread to main color thread. Cut the cream thread. Next crochet in main color.

Round 34-36 :

(45) 3 rounds

Round 37 :

(13 sc, dec) x 3 (42)

Round 38-40 :

(42) 3 rounds

Round 41 :

(12 sc, dec) x 3 (39)

Round 42-44 :

(39) 3 rounds

Info :

Stuff firmly.

Round 45 :

(11 sc, dec) x 3 (36)

Info :

Next we are going to attach the arms. Fix the arms with pins. Pay attention to the position of the fingers.

Round 46 :

8 sc, crochet next 6 sc through inner part of the arm and the body (the first arm is attached), 13 sc, crochet next 6 sc through inner part of the second arm and the body (the second arm is attached), 3 sc (36)

Round 47 :

(36) When you crochet to the place where the arms are attached, crochet 6 sc along their outer part.

Round 48 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)

Round 49 :

(30)

Info :

Stuff the body. Twist the ends of the wire, cut, fix with adhesive tape.

Round 50 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)

Round 51 :

(24)

Round 52 :

(6 sc, dec) x 3 (21)

Round 53 :

21 sc, sl st (21)

Info :

Cut the thread leaving a long tail. Stuff the body.

— Toy assembly :

Info :

Sew the head to the body, having fixed it with pins. Add some stuffing to the space between the body and the head while sewing. So the head would be fixed much better.

Info :

Attach arms by sewing through body rounds as previously joined. Position wings and dress later as instructed.

— Wing (make 4: 2 lower wings and 2 upper wings) :

Info :

Please note that by the time you start crocheting the wings, you should already have crocheted the bubbles.

— Bubble (make 20: 12 bubbles in brown color and 8 in light turqoise) :

Info :

Ch3, into the third ch from the hook crochet 3 DC bubble. Cut the thread leaving a tail. (Pic. 42-44)

— Lower wing (make 2, don\'t stuff) :

Info :

Start with brown color.

Round 1 :

Make a ch19, from the second ch from the hook: inc, 16 sc, 3 sc into one st, then on the other side of the chain: 16 sc, inc (39)

Round 2 :

(39)

Info :

Change the brown thread to light turquoise. Don't cut the brown thread! Next crochet in a light turquoise color.

Round 3-6 :

(39) 4 rounds

Info :

Change the light turquoise thread to brown. Don't cut the light turquoise thread! Next crochet in a brown color.

Round 7-8 :

(39) 2 rounds

Info :

Change the brown thread to light turquoise. Cut the brown thread. Next crochet in a light turquoise color.

Round 9-13 :

(39) 5 rounds

Info :

We will now pause to fix the bubbles and make embroidery. For embroidery use the brown thread YarnArt Jeans (divide it into 4 thin strands and use 1 strand). Make vertical stitches between the second and seventh rounds, 3 sts apart.

Info :

Using a crochet hook attach the first bubble in the center between the 10th and 11th rounds. Count from the first bubble 7 sts to the right and left, and attach the second and third bubbles. In the same way fix 3 more bubbles on the other side of the wing.

Round 14-15 :

(39) 2 rounds

Round 16 :

1 sc, dec, 15 sc, dec, 1 sc, dec, 14 sc, dec (35)

Round 17 :

(35)

Round 18 :

1 sc, dec, 13 sc, dec, 1 sc, dec, 12 sc, dec (31)

Round 19 :

(31)

Round 20 :

1 sc, dec, 11 sc, dec, 1 sc, dec, 10 sc, dec (27)

Round 21 :

(27)

Round 22 :

1 sc, dec, 9 sc, dec, 1 sc, dec, 8 sc, dec (23)

Round 23 :

(23)

Round 24 :

1 sc, dec, 7 sc, dec, 1 sc, dec, 6 sc, dec (19)

Round 25 :

(19)

Round 26 :

1 sc, dec, 5 sc, dec, 1 sc, dec, 4 sc, dec (15)

Round 27 :

(15)

Round 28 :

(3 sc, dec) x 3 (12)

Round 29 :

1 sc, fold the wing in half and work 6 sc through two layers. Cut the thread. Crochet the second wing in the same way.

— Upper wing (make 2, don\'t stuff) :

Info :

Start with brown color.

Round 1 :

6 sc in mr (6)

Round 2 :

(1 sc, inc) x 3 (9)

Round 3 :

(2 sc, inc) x 3 (12)

Round 4 :

(1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)

Round 5 :

(18)

Round 6 :

(2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)

Round 7 :

(24)

Round 8 :

(3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)

Round 9 :

(4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)

Round 10 :

(5 sc, inc) x 6 (42)

Round 11 :

(42)

Round 12 :

(6 sc, inc) x 6 (48)

Round 13 :

(48)

Round 14 :

(7 sc, inc) x 6 (54)

Round 15 :

(54)

Info :

Change the brown thread to light turquoise. Cut the brown thread. Next crochet in a light turquoise color.

Round 16 :

(54)

Round 17 :

25 sc, dec, 27 sc (53)

Round 18 :

24 sc, dec, 27 sc (52)

Round 19 :

24 sc, dec, 26 sc (51)

Info :

We will now pause to fix the bubbles. Using a crochet hook attach the first bubble in the center between the 6th and 7th rds. Count from the first bubble 5 rnds up and attach the second bubble. Count from the second bubble 7 sts to the right and left, and attach the third and fourth bubble.

Info :

Continue to crochet the wing.

Round 20 :

24 sc, dec, 25 sc (50)

Round 21 :

23 sc, dec, 25 sc (49)

Round 22 :

23 sc, dec, 24 sc (48)

Round 23 :

21 sc, dec, 1 sc, dec, 22 sc (46)

Round 24 :

20 sc, dec, 1 sc, dec, 21 sc (44)

Round 25 :

19 sc, dec, 1 sc, dec, 20 sc (42)

Round 26 :

(5 sc, dec) x 6 (36)

Round 27 :

(36)

Round 28 :

(4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)

Round 29 :

(30)

Round 30 :

(3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)

Round 31 :

(2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)

Round 32 :

(1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Round 33 :

1 sc, fold the wing in half and work 6 sc through two layers. Cut the thread.

Info :

Crochet the second wing in the same way but on the second wing fix the bubbles and make embroidery on its reverse side so the wings will be symmetrical.

— Fasteners and joining 4 wings together :

Info :

Next we are going to crochet the fasteners and join 4 wings together. Crochet with cream color. Make a chain 51. Turn the chain, find the bumps on its other side. Insert the crochet hook under these bumps crochet from the second ch from the hook 50 sl st. Don't pull the loops tightly.

Info :

Place the upper wing on top of the lower and crochet through both pieces layers 6 sc.

Info :

In the same way join the second pair of wings and crochet the second fastener. Please note the upper wings must be symmetrical! Weave in thread ends inside of the wings.

— Dress :

Info :

Crochet with 2.5 mm hook. Crochet in turning rows. Start every new row with 2 turning ch (which are counted as one DC stitch). Start with brown color. Leave a long starting tail.

R 1 :

Make a ch27, from the third ch from the hook crochet 25 DC (26)

R 2 :

2 turning ch, inc, (1 DC, inc) x 12 (39)

R 3 :

In this row we form the openings for the arms. 2 turning ch, 7 DC, ch6, skip 6 st, beginning from the 7th st crochet 11 DC, ch6, skip 6 st, beginning from the 7th st crochet 8 DC (39)

R 4 :

2 turning ch, 1 DC, inc, (2 DC, inc) x 12 (52)

R 5 :

2 turning ch, 51 DC (52) Connect the beginning and the end of the row with sl st.

R 6-10 :

2 turning ch, 51 DC, sl st (52) 5 rows

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the head to the body by positioning it on top, add extra stuffing between head and body while sewing to secure and shape the neck.
  • Attach arms by aligning them at the body sides and sewing through the inner arm rows and body rows, then crochet around outer arm stitches as instructed to fix them securely.
  • Join both legs by crocheting around each leg and the chain between them (Rnd 25) so they sit parallel, then continue crocheting the body up and shaping the torso.
  • Sew the cap to the head, fixed with pins, positioning the front above the 18th round of the head, and secure with small hidden stitches.
  • Position and sew the wings to the back using the fasteners: join upper and lower wings in pairs, then crochet the cream fastener across the top to join all four wings together.
  • Attach the antennae by placing pins at the cap's 4th round positions and sew or tack them securely through the cap so they are stable and symmetrical.

Important Notes

  • 💡Using this pattern you will crochet a cute Butterfly; pieces are worked in continuous non-joining rounds unless otherwise instructed.
  • 💡Change color in the last stitch of a round before you start the round with a new color to avoid loose loops and visible jumps.
  • 💡Stuff the pieces as you go, adding small amounts of stuffing gradually to maintain smooth even shapes and avoid lumps.
  • 💡Place safety eyes when instructed (between rnds 17/18) to ensure correct facial placement and symmetry.
  • 💡Work with consistent tension and use stitch markers to track the start of each round for accurate shaping and counting.

This delightful Butterfly amigurumi pattern brings a whimsical handmade friend to life with sweet facial details and removable wings. The pattern is photo-rich and full of helpful notes to guide you through every section from the head to the dress. Perfect for gifting or keeping as a charming keepsake, the finished toy will warm hearts and inspire smiles. 🧶🧵

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures about 24 cm (9.45 inches) when using the recommended yarn and hook sizes, not including antennae.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can substitute yarn, but gauge will change the final size. Match hook size to your yarn and expect differences in finished dimensions.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of single crochet, increases, decreases, working in rounds and basic embroidery is recommended.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

This project typically takes 8-10 hours, depending on experience, the amount of detailing and assembly time.

Are the wings and dress removable?

Yes, the wings and dress are designed to be removable for play and care; wings are joined with a fastener and the dress is crocheted separately.