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HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Amigurumi Pattern

HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Amigurumi Pattern
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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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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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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 HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a whimsical chicken-themed coaster set with a little chicken head that holds rolled egg coasters and a coordinating mat. It includes full instructions for four different coasters, an egg shell, the chicken head with beak, wattles and feet, and a textured nest mat. Techniques include working in rounds, scalloped edges, loop stitch, and joining half-circles — everything you need to finish a complete display piece.

HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Clear step-by-step rounds and photos guide you through each piece, with yarn and hook recommendations for best results. Perfect for gifting, seasonal decor, or a playful addition to your kitchen collection.

Why You'll Love This HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it combines playful character with practical function — you get coasters and a cute display piece in one project. I enjoy the variety of small pieces because they keep the project engaging without being overwhelming. The shaping techniques like scallops and loop stitch give charming texture and personality, and I appreciate how the egg shells tuck neatly into the chicken head for a delightful reveal. Making this set always brings a smile and is a lovely gift to share with friends and family.

HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this set by changing colors — you can make pastel eggs for spring or rich autumn tones for a harvest display.

If you want a chunkier, quicker project, use a bulkier yarn and a larger hook; the pieces will be bigger and plush, perfect for countertop decor.

To make tiny keychain versions, switch to fingering yarn with a smaller hook and reduce rounds proportionally; this creates adorable mini egg charms.

I often experiment with embellishments like embroidery on the mat or tiny felt flowers glued to the comb for extra personality.

You can adapt the chicken head into a mug cozy by adjusting the opening rounds and adding a buttoned flap for a snug fit around mugs.

Try swapping the loop stitch on the mat for a bobble stitch to get a denser textured nest if you prefer a more sculptural look.

Make matching accessories like a tiny scarf or hat for seasonal variations; a little bow or tiny crochet flower looks charming on the comb.

If you want sturdier eggs, stiffen the shells with diluted fabric stiffener or a light spray of starch after assembly to hold shape longer.

I sometimes add a small ribbon loop to the egg so it can be hung as an ornament — just sew in a small loop before closing the top.

When mixing yarn brands or fibers, swatch first to match gauge and behavior, and always keep extra yarn for finishing so colors match across all pieces.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds with openings and scallops can lead to misaligned shapes; use a stitch marker to mark the start of rounds and every increase point to stay accurate. ✗ Not working the egg shell with tight tension will cause it to lose shape; use two strands and a smaller hook with firm tension so the egg holds its structure. ✗ Forgetting to flip work or insert hook in the correct place when instructed will create visible horizontal lines; follow the notes for inserting below regular stitch locations carefully. ✗ Not leaving long tails for sewing (especially beak and coasters into the shell) will make assembly difficult; leave the recommended approximate 10" tails for sewing and finishing. ✗ Overstuffing or uneven stuffing the head or egg coasters can distort shape; stuff gradually and evenly, shaping as you go to maintain smooth curves.

HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming Hennifer Chicken crochet coaster set that includes four coasters, a chicken head, and a nest-style mat. This pattern guides you step-by-step through coasters, egg shells, head, beak, wattles, feet, and final assembly. With helpful photos and clear shaping instructions, you can create a delightful handmade gift or fun kitchen accent. Grab your hooks and yarn to make this playful farmhouse-inspired set.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for HENNIFER CHICKEN CROCHET COASTER SET Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Impeccable Solid Yarn by Loops & Threads® (medium/#4) 4.5 oz / 127.5 g; 285 yd / 260 m (recommended for most pieces)
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    Chicken Head: Almond (impeccable or Bernat Super Value - Topaz for hair accents) - use two strands together for the head
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    Legs & Beak: Gold - small amounts (approx 10-20 g)
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    Comb & Wattles: Claret - small amounts (approx 10-20 g)
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    Egg Shell & Egg Coasters: Skylight and Lemon (yarn such as Bernat Super Value Winter White for egg white) - 2 strands used for shell top/bottom
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    Mat: Fern, Chocolate Brown, Dark Sage - Caron Simply Soft® (Dark Sage) used for multistrand mat; use 3 strands together for mat
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    Note: Specific gram amounts are not provided for every color in the pattern; purchase small skeins of each color and adjust as needed.

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size US H/8 (5 mm)
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    Crochet hook size US I/9 (5.5 mm)
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    Crochet hook size US K/10.5 (6.5 mm)
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    Tapestry / yarn needle for sewing pieces
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    Embroidery thread or black yarn for eyes
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    Scissors
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    Optional: stitch counter & stitch markers
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    Optional: small amount of polyester stuffing for head if desired (the pattern is mostly coaster-based)

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— Chicken Comb / Coaster :

Info :

Use 5 mm hook. Colour: Claret. Make 1 comb coaster.

Round 1 :

Create MC, 6 sc into MC (6)

Round 2 :

2 sc into each st around (incr) (12)

Round 3 :

*Sc into next st, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (18)

Round 4 :

*Sc into next 2 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (24)

Round 5 :

Sc into next 2 sts, 2 sc into next (incr), *sc into next 3 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around ending in 1 sc (30)

Round 6 :

*Sc into next 4 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (36)

Round 7 :

Sc into next 3 sts, 2 sc into next (incr), *sc into next 5 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around ending in 2 sc (42)

Round 8 :

*Sc into next 6 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (48)

Info :

In the next round, we will begin to make the scalloped edge. This will require us to turn the work a few times. We will end up with 4 scallops on each side.

Round 9 :

*Sc into next 5 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc into 4 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr) 2 times, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr), ch 1, turn. 2 sc into the same st and next st. Sl st into the next 2 sts*; repeat another 2 times. We will be making the fourth scallop using the same steps as above, but we need to add an extra stitch at the base in this one. Sc into the next 2 sts, 2 sc into the next st, sc into the next st; ch 1, turn. Now repeat the same steps as above to complete the scallop: Sc into the next 4 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr) 2 times, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr), ch 1, turn. 2 sc into the same st, 2 sc into the next st. Sl st into the next 2 sts. We will now skip a space where the next scallop would be. Sc into the next 5 sts. Now start another set of 4 scallops repeating the same process as above: *Sc into the next 5 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc into the next 4 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr) 2 times, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr), ch 1, turn. 2 sc into the same st and next st. Sl st into the next 2 sts*; repeat another 3 times. Sc into remaining sts to create the second gap. Fasten off and sew in any loose ends.

— Top of Chicken Head (Hair) / Coaster :

Info :

Use 5 mm hook. Make 2 half-circles then join to make one coaster. Colour: Topaz. Adjustment to Raji's technique: consider the turning chain our first dc in each round after Round 1.

Round 1 :

Create MC, chain 2, 6 dc into MC (7 = 6 dc + ch 2). To make the turning chain: ch 2, insert hook into 2nd ch from hook, pull up a loop. Turn your work to continue completing a dc.

Round 2 :

Insert hook into space below your st and pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through 2 loops (this st now counts as your first dc). *2 dc into the next sp*; repeat to end (12 = 11 dc + 1 turning ch).

Round 3 :

Repeat the same steps as beginning of Round 2 (make a turning ch and 1 dc into the same sp). Then, *dc into next sp, 2 dc into next sp (incr)*; repeat around (17 = 16 dc + 1 turning ch).

Round 4 :

Repeat the same steps as beginning of Round 2 (make a turning ch and 1 dc into the same sp). Then: Dc into next 2 sps. Hdc into the next sp. *Sc into the next 2 sps, 2 sc into the next (incr)*; repeat 1 more time. Sc into the next 2 sps. Hdc into the next sp. Dc into the next 2 sps. 2 dc into the last sp (20 = 19 sts + 1 turning ch). Fasten off your first half circle. Repeat Rounds 1-4 for your second half circle. After Round 4 we will continue to Round 5 to join them together.

Round 5 :

In the next 2 rounds, insert the hook into proper stitch placement (not the space below). Continuing the yarn from your second half circle, *Sc into the next 3 sts [on the first half circle we made], 2 sc into the next st (incr)*; repeat 4 times. Sc into the next 2 sts, 2 sc into the next. You should now be joining the opposite side of the half circle. Continue going around. *Sc into the next 3 sts, 2 sc into the next st (incr)*; repeat 4 times. Sc into the next 2 sts, 2 sc into the next (48).

Round 6 :

We will now make a scalloped edge using a similar technique as the Chicken Comb coaster. This will require us to turn the work a few times. We will end up with 6 scallops on each side of the circle. *Sc into the next 4 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr) 2 times, ch 1, turn. Sc together. 2 sc into the same st. Sl st into next st. Sl st into bottom of same st*; repeat around. Fasten off and sew in any loose ends.

— Egg Coaster :

Info :

Use 5 mm hook. Make 2 egg coasters. Working in continuous rounds. We are starting with the middle of the yolk. Colours: Lemon, Winter White.

Rounds 1-8 :

Repeat steps from Chicken Comb Coaster. Change yarn colour to white at the end of Round 3 using a sl st.

Info :

In the next round, we will begin to make the uneven, rounded edges. Follow along closely.

Round 9 :

Sc into next 4 sts, hdc into the next st, dc into the next, 2 tc into the next st, dc into the next, hdc into the next, sc into the next 2 sts, sl st into the next st. Hdc into the next st, 2 dc into the next st, tc into the next 4 sts, dc into the next 3 sts, hdc into the next st, sc into the next st, sl st into the next st. Sc into the next 3 sts, 2 sc into the next st, sc into the next 5 sts, hdc into the next st, dc into the next 2 sts, 2 tc into the next st, dc into the next st, hdc into the next 3 sts, sl st into the next. Hdc into the next, 2 dc into the next st, dc into the next 4 sts (53).

Round 10 :

Hdc into the next st, sc into the next st, sl st into the next 2 sts, hdc into the next 2 sts, 2 dc (incr) into the next 3 sts, 2 hdc (incr) into the next st, sl st into the next 3 sts. Sc into the next, 2 sc (incr) into the next 2 sts, hdc into the next, 2 sc (incr) into the next 6 sts, sc into the next st, sl st into the next 2 sts. Sc into the next 8 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr), sc into the next 3 sts, sc together (decr), ch 1, turn. Sc into the next 5 sts, ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr), sc in next st, sc together (decr), ch 1, turn. Sc together (decr), sl st in same st, fasten off leaving ~10" tail. We will use this tail to sew the coaster into the egg shell. Sew in any other loose ends.

— Egg Shell: Bottom (make 1) :

Info :

Use 5.5 mm hook. Use 2 strands of yarn at the same time. Colour: Skylight. If you do not have 2 skeins, cut a strand measuring approx 50 feet for second piece.

Round 1 :

Create MC, 6 sc into MC (6)

Round 2 :

2 sc into each st around (incr) (12)

Round 3 :

*Sc into next st, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (18)

Round 4 :

*Sc into next 2 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (24). Flip your work inside out so you are working rounds from the outside.

Round 5-9 :

Sc around (24).

Round 10 :

*Sc in the next 3 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat 4 times total, ending in sc in last 4 sts (20). Fasten off and sew in any loose ends.

— Egg Shell: Top (make 1) :

Info :

Use 5.5 mm hook. Use 2 strands of yarn at the same time. Colour: Skylight. If you do not have two skeins of yarn in the same colour, cut a strand measuring approx 48 feet for the second piece.

Round 1 :

Ch 24, sl st to beg first ch to close loop (24)

Rounds 2-5 :

Sc in each st around (24)

Round 6 :

*Sc into next 6 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat around (21)

Round 7 :

*Sc into next 5 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat around (18). Flip your work inside out so you are working the rounds from the outside.

Round 8 :

*Sc into next 4 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat around (15)

Round 9 :

*Sc into next 3 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat around (12)

Round 10 :

Sc together 3 times. Fasten off and use tail to sew remaining top of egg closed. Sew in any remaining loose ends.

Item Name (Egg Assembly P1) :

Sew each of the egg coasters into one side of the egg shell (top & bottom) using the long tail we left. Attach the coaster far into the bottom and top of the egg shell so when the coaster is rolled up inside, there is some room remaining around the perimeter of each egg shell to close it together. To close the egg, gently twist the top and bottom together.

— Chicken Head :

Info :

Use 5.5 mm hook. To make the head, use 2 strands of yarn at the same time. Colours: Almond, Topaz.

Round 1 :

Create MC, ch 2 (counts as hdc). 9 hdc into the MC. Join with sl st into top of ch 2 to close round (10).

Round 2 :

Ch 2 (counts as hdc). Hdc into same st. 2 hdc (incr) in each st around. Join with sl st into top of ch 2 to close round (20).

Round 3 :

Ch 2 (counts as hdc). Hdc into same st. *2 hdc (incr) in next st. Hdc in next st* repeat around ending with 1 hdc. Join with sl st into top of ch 2 to close round (30).

Round 4 :

Ch 2 (counts as hdc). Hdc into same st. *2 hdc (incr) in next st. Hdc in next 2 sts* repeat around ending with 1 hdc. Join with sl st into top of ch 2 to close round (40).

Round 5-6 :

Ch 1. Hdc in each st around. Join with sl st into ch 1 to close off round (40).

Info :

We will now begin to make the opening on the back of the head for a mug handle. To do this, we will not be stitching all the way around and instead will flip our work in Rounds 7-11.

Round 7 :

Ch 1. Hdc in next 36 sts, ch 1, turn.

Round 8 :

Hdc in each 36 sts, ch 1, turn.

Round 9 :

In Round 9 & Round 11: insert your hook below the regular stitch location and catch the stitch below. Otherwise you will end up with a visible horizontal line running along the head. Hdc in each 36 sts, ch 1, turn.

Round 10 :

Hdc in each 36 sts (insert hook in normal st location). Ch 1, turn.

Round 11 :

Hdc in each 36 sts (insert hook below regular st location as you did in round 9). Ch 1, turn.

Round 12 :

We will close the gap at the top of the head in this round and stitch all the way around. Hdc in each st, when you get to the opening/gap, ch 1 and sc into the first st on the other side. Then sc together (decr) once. *Sc in next 2 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat around. When you get to the opening again, sc into the ch 1 where the gap is, and another sc into the next st. Then sl st into the next st. Fasten off and sew in any loose ends.

— Chicken Beak :

Info :

Use 5 mm hook. Colour: Gold. Start with a long tail approx 10" to sew beak onto head. Starting from base of beak.

Round 1 :

Ch 12, sl st to first ch 1 (12)

Round 2 :

*Sc into next 4 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat twice (10)

Round 3 :

Sc in each st around. Turn piece inside out and work the rounds from the outside.

Round 4 :

*Sc into next 3 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat twice (8)

Round 5 :

*Sc into next 2 sts, sc together (decr)*; repeat twice (6)

Round 6 :

Sc together 2 times. Fasten off. Sew onto head directly opposite from the vertical opening.

— Chicken Wattles (make 2) :

Info :

Use 5 mm hook. Colour: Claret.

Round 1 :

Create MC, 4 sc into MC (4)

Round 2 :

*Sc into next st, 2 sc into next*; repeat around (6)

Round 3-4 :

Sc into each st around. Turn piece inside out and work the rounds from the outside. (6)

Round 5 :

*Sc together (decr)* repeat 3 times. Fasten off leaving approximately 10" tail to sew onto head. Sew onto head just slightly below the left & right side of the beak.

— Chicken Feet (make 2) :

Info :

Use 5 mm hook. Colour: Gold.

Bottom of Foot - Round 1 :

Create a MC, ch 2 (counts as first dc), 3 dc into MC (4). Ch 1, turn.

Round 2 :

Sc across (4). Ch 1, turn.

Round 3 :

We will now make the first toe. *Sc into next st, chain 4. Sc into second ch from hook, and into next 2 sts down the chain. Sc in bottom of chain (make sure to grab both yarns)*; repeat another 2 times to make 3 toes total.

Info :

Legs: Make 2. Colour: Gold. The legs are made using a stitch called Foundation Chain.

Leg Row 1 :

Make 6 foundation chains. Fasten off leaving ~10" tail to sew it onto bottom of the foot.

Item Name (Assembling the Feet P1) :

Using a yarn needle, sew the foundation chain to the bottom of the foot using a whipstitch. Make sure the toes are facing / curling away from the leg. Sew each leg onto the bottom of the chicken head.

— Eyes :

Info :

Use black embroidery thread or yarn and a yarn needle to sew on eyes to the head.

— Mat / Nest :

Info :

Using a 6.5 mm hook and 3 strands of yarn at the same time. Colours: Fern, Chocolate Brown, Dark Sage.

Round 1 :

Create MC, 6 sc into MC (6)

Round 2 :

2 sc into each st around (incr) (12)

Round 3 :

*Sc into next st, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (18)

Round 4 :

*Sc into next 2 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (24)

Round 5 :

*Sc into next 3 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (30)

Round 6 :

*Sc into next 4 sts, 2 sc into next (incr)*; repeat around (36)

Info :

In Round 7 & 8 we will be using a method called a Loop Stitch. It can be tricky at first but keep trying! The effect in the end is worth the effort.

Round 7 :

Using a loop stitch, *sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st (increase)* repeat around (42)

Round 8 :

Using a loop stitch, *sc in next 6 sts, 2 sc in next st (increase)* repeat around (48)

Info :

If you would like to increase the size of the nest, continue after Round 8 adding in one more sc in between your 2 sc (incr) sts. (Ex. Round 9: *sc in next 7 sts, 2 sc in next st*; repeat around).

— Final Assembly :

Info :

Final assembly folds and placement. Follow steps to insert egg coasters into shells, assemble the comb and hair coasters, and place the chicken on the mat.

Item Name (Final Assembly P1) :

Fold in each side of the egg coasters. Roll them up and push them inside the egg shell. Make sure there is some room around the perimeter of each shell. Gently twist the top and bottom shells together to close the egg.

Item Name (Final Assembly P2) :

Fold the chicken comb coaster in half and push the top part through the opening of the hair coaster. Fold red coaster in half & flip brown coaster upside down. Insert red coaster through opening of hair coaster so comb sits upright.

Item Name (Final Assembly P3) :

Place the chicken head on the mat, the egg inside the head, and the hair on top of the head. Sew in any loose ends and position features as shown in photos.

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew each egg coaster into one side of the egg shell (top & bottom) using the long tail left from the coaster, making sure the coaster is attached far into the shell so there is room to roll the coaster inside before closing the egg.
  • Attach the red chicken comb coaster by folding it in half and pushing the top part through the opening of the hair coaster; position the comb so it stands upright on top of the chicken's head.
  • Sew the beak directly opposite the vertical opening on the chicken head, then attach wattles slightly below left and right sides of the beak using the long tails left for sewing.
  • Whipstitch the foundation chain legs to the bottom of the foot, ensuring toes face outward, then sew each leg onto the bottom of the head so the chicken can sit balanced on the mat.

Important Notes

  • 💡Work the egg shell with two strands and tight tension so it will hold its 3D shape and close properly.
  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of round starts, especially when shaping openings and scalloped edges.
  • 💡Leave long tails (approx 10") on small parts for easier sewing and secure attachment during assembly.
  • 💡Flip work when instructed (for egg shell top and certain coasters) to maintain correct stitch orientation and neat seams.

This delightful Hennifer Chicken set brings farmhouse charm to your home with whimsical coasters, a nesting egg, and a cuddly chicken head display. Perfect as a handmade gift or a playful kitchen accent to brighten your mornings. Make the full set and enjoy the satisfaction of a complete, coordinated creation! 🧶🐔✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The chicken head sitting on top of the mat measures approximately 7" (L) x 7" (W) x 7.5" (H). Each egg coaster is approximately 5.5" in diameter and the mat is about 7" diameter.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, but changing yarn weight and hook size will affect the final size dramatically; use recommended yarn strands and hook sizes for the intended proportions and structure.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated Intermediate and assumes you know basic stitches and working in rounds, increases/decreases, and some shaping techniques like loop stitch and joining half-circles.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete the full coaster set and chicken head in about 5-7 hours, depending on experience and speed. Small pieces and assembly can add extra time.