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Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern

Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern
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2-3 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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Cute Companion

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 creates Ava, a small, cuddly butterfly amigurumi about 7 in. (18 cm) tall using Lion Brand Wool-Ease. The butterfly is worked in five pieces — a segmented body, two wings, and two antennae — then sewn together. The design features color changes, simple shaping, and embroidered facial details for a sweet finished toy.

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

Worked in continuous rounds and small panels, the pattern uses basic stitches and short rows for the wings. Perfect for gifting or keeping as a cute decorative companion.

Why You'll Love This Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines simple construction with charming details that make the finished butterfly feel special. I enjoy the quick progress you see as each body section is completed, which keeps the project motivating and fun. The wings give an opportunity to practice small shaping and color changes without being overwhelming. Sewing the pieces together and adding embroidered features always brings the character to life in a satisfying way.

Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize Ava by changing yarn colors; swap the rose and oatmeal for pastels or brights to create a variety of personalities.

I often make the design larger by using a bulkier yarn and a bigger hook, which creates a chunkier, cuddlier toy perfect for toddlers.

For a tiny keychain version, use fingering weight yarn and a smaller hook and shorten the antennae chain for scale.

I like adding embroidered eyelashes, freckles, or tiny heart motifs on the wings to personalize gifts for special occasions.

You could also add felt details or tiny crocheted flowers sewn onto the wings for a whimsical look that kids love.

If you want posable antennae, thread thin craft wire through the crochet chain before whipping the tail secure, then bend gently to shape.

Experiment with variegated yarn for the body sections to create a subtle striped effect without changing colors mid-project.

Try metallic or sparkly thread for the detailing on wings for a magical finish that catches the light.

I sometimes slightly overstuff the lower body for a standing version, which gives a sturdier base for display on a shelf.

For a baby-safe toy, use tightly woven stitches, securely sew all pieces, and avoid beads or safety eyes — embroider facial features instead.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch marker when working in continuous rounds leads to lost row counts; place and move a marker after each round to keep track of the end of the round. ✗ Fastening off colors incorrectly during a round can produce loose joins and messy edges; change color by drawing new color through all loops to complete the joining slip stitch and fasten off the old color neatly. ✗ Overstuffing the body sections can distort shaping and make seams difficult to close; stuff gradually and check shaping frequently to maintain smooth curves. ✗ Not working front loops only where indicated changes the texture and fit of sections like the wings and neck; follow the instructions exactly and work in the specified loop to preserve intended shaping.

Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern

Make a sweet, pocket-sized butterfly plush with this easy crochet pattern designed for quick results. Youll work simple rounds and small panels to create the head, segmented body, wings, and antennae. The pattern uses Lion Brand Wool-Ease and clear step-by-step instructions so you can finish a charming toy in just a few sittings.

Beginner Friendly 2-3 Hours

Materials Needed for Ava the Butterfly Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Lion Brand Wool-Ease (Art. #620) worsted weight yarn
  • 02
    Color A: #140 Rose Heather - 1 ball (used for head and alternating body sections)
  • 03
    Color B: #024 Oatmeal - 1 ball (used for alternating body sections)
  • 04
    Color C: #114 Denim - 1 ball (used for wing panels and accents)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Lion Brand crochet hook size F-5 (3.75 mm)
  • 02
    Steel crochet hook size 9 (1.25 mm) for antennae
  • 03
    Lion Brand stitch markers
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    Lion Brand large-eyed blunt needle
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    Black embroidery floss or cotton crochet thread size 10 for details
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    Fiberfill stuffing
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    Scissors
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    Pins for assembly (optional)

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— Notes :

Infos :

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

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Technique Explanation: 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.

— Gauge :

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20 sc + 20 rnds = about 4 in. (10 cm). EXACT GAUGE IS NOT ESSENTIAL FOR THIS PROJECT.

— Body :

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

Round 1 :

(RS): Work 8 sc in ring; do not join, work in continuous rnds (spiral).

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Gently but firmly, pull tail to tighten center of ring.

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Place a marker in last st made to indicate end of rnd. Move marker up as each rnd is completed.

Round 2 :

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

Round 3 :

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

Round 4 :

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

Round 5-10 :

Sc in each st around.

Round 11 :

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

Round 12 :

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

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Second Section With B, working in front loops only.

Round 13 :

With B, working in front loops only, * sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 24 sc.

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Begin stuffing piece and continue stuffing until piece is complete.

Round 14 :

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

Round 15-18 :

Sc in each st around.

Round 19 :

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

Round 20 :

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

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Third Section With A, working in front loops only.

Round 21 :

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

Round 22 :

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

Round 23-25 :

Sc in each st around.

Round 26 :

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

Round 27 :

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

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Fourth Section With B, working in front loops only.

Round 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 :

Sc in each st around.

Round 32 :

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

Round 33 :

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

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Fifth Section With A, working in front loops only.

Round 34 :

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

Round 35 and 36 :

Sc in each st around.

Round 37 :

* Sc2tog; rep from * around – 7 sc.

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Fasten off, leaving a long yarn tail.

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Thread tail through top of sts of last rnd. Pull tail to close opening and knot securely.

— Wings (make 2) :

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

Round 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 :

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 :

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 :

(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 :

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 :

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 :

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 :

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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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.

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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. 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 (make 2) :

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With smaller hook and black embroidery floss of cotton crochet thread, make a magic ring.

Round 1 :

Work 6 sc in ring.

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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. Weave in ends.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew Wings to back of Body, aligning wings between Rnds 12 and 19 and spacing them about 6 sts apart for symmetry.
  • Embroider straight stitch eyes with black embroidery floss between Rnds 5 and 8, leaving about 4 sts between the eyes, and embroider a mouth below the eyes.
  • Use black embroidery floss to embroider two straight stitch legs between Rnds 14 and 19 and another two legs between Rnds 21 and 26 to position legs evenly.
  • Sew Antennae to the top of the head between Rnds 1 and 2 using the long yarn tails left when fastening off the antennae.
  • Weave in all remaining yarn tails and fasten securely; check all seams and embroidery to ensure pieces are securely attached before gifting to a child.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work the body in continuous rounds (spiral) and use a stitch marker to track the end of each round for accurate shaping.
  • 💡Change yarn colors by drawing the new color through all loops to complete the joining slip stitch, then fasten off the old color neatly.
  • 💡Stuff the body gradually and evenly; begin stuffing during the second section and continue until the piece is fully and evenly filled.
  • 💡Pin wings and other pieces in place before sewing to ensure correct placement and symmetry.

Create a tiny handmade friend with this cheerful Ava the Butterfly pattern — a perfect quick gift or keepsake. Finish in a few sittings using simple stitches and color changes for charming stripes and wings. Enjoy the warm satisfaction of a small, perfect handmade toy! 🧶🦋

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

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

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, but changing yarn weight will affect the final size; choose an appropriate hook size for the yarn you use and expect the toy to be larger or smaller accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated beginner friendly; familiarity with basic stitches (sc, hdc, dc), working in continuous rounds, and simple color changes will make the project easier.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish this project in 2-3 hours, though the time may vary depending on your experience and pace.