13 Crochet Duck Free Patterns
Few toys make people smile like a little crochet duck. They are round, simple and full of personality, and they make sweet Easter basket fillers, baby gifts and desk buddies.
We opened and checked each of these 13 free patterns. You will find tiny ducks that take minutes, chunky plush ducks, real-looking mallards and even a duck with its own pool. Every pattern lists skill level, yarn and hook size, so you can choose the right one for you.
Crochet Duck Free Patterns
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What You’ll Need
- Crochet hook set (2.5 mm to 6 mm)
- Yellow, white and orange amigurumi yarn
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing
- Safety eyes (6 mm to 10 mm)
- Locking stitch markers
- Yarn needle
- Small sharp scissors
1. Daphne the Duck
Photo: Nicole Chase
Daphne comes in two versions: a Mallard and a white Pekin duck. She stands about 6.5 inches tall and is worked mostly in single crochet with invisible decreases for a smooth shape. Step-by-step photos and a video make the shaping easy to follow.
- Designer: Nicole Chase
- Skill level: Easy (rated advanced beginner)
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
2. Cute Duck Amigurumi
Photo: Mariska Vos-Bolman / DIY Fluffies
This little mallard can also be made as a duckling or a female duck just by changing colors. Make it tiny, about 2 inches, with sport weight cotton, or about 5 inches with super bulky chenille. It uses only single crochet, increases and decreases, and there is a video tutorial.
- Designer: Mariska Vos-Bolman / DIY Fluffies
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Sport cotton (#2) or super bulky chenille (#6)
- Hook: 2.5 mm (B/1) or 5 mm (H/8)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
3. 20-Minute Duck
Photo: StringyDingDing
As the name says, this is a fast one. It is a small, round duck worked in continuous rounds, and you can add optional wings, legs and a beak. Make a whole flock in different colors for party favors or a classroom treat.
- Designer: StringyDingDing
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
4. Summer Duckie Playset
This 5-inch duck comes with a whole pool day: a pool, towels, innertubes and little pails. It started as a summer crochet-along. The pattern uses single and half double crochet, back loop work and reverse single crochet, with step photos all the way through.
- Designer: Jackie Laing (A[mi]dorable Crochet) for Furls Crochet
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Bernat Handicrafter Cotton (see pattern)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
5. Dizzy the Amigurumi Duck
Photo: Carol Hladik / Carol Hladik Designs
Dizzy is about 5 inches tall and 4.5 inches long, made from about 100 yards of worsted yarn. The pattern includes a photo tutorial and uses front loop and back loop stitches to shape the body. A good second or third amigurumi project.
- Designer: Carol Hladik / Carol Hladik Designs
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.25 mm (D)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
6. Mallard Duck by Wonder Crochet
Photo: Allison / Wonder Crochet
This one is big and soft. Made in chunky yarn with a 6 mm hook, it stands about 12 inches tall. The colors follow a real mallard, with green, tan and white, plus yellow and orange for the bill and feet. A lovely nursery or cabin decor piece.
- Designer: Allison / Wonder Crochet
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Super bulky (#6)
- Hook: 6 mm (J)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
7. Little Mallard Duck
Photo: Phillip Ha / Sir Purl Grey
The designer calls this beginner friendly because it has only a few pieces to crochet and sew. There is one color change on the body, which is a nice way to practice. Photos show how to shape the beak and feet.
- Designer: Phillip Ha / Sir Purl Grey
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: see pattern
- Hook: 5 mm (H/8)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
8. Spring Duck
Photo: Jillian Hewitt / Spin a Yarn Crochet
This plush duck comes dressed for rain, with a hat and boots. It stands about 10.5 inches tall. The body uses super bulky yarn, and the bill and legs use fine cotton with a small hook, so you get a soft body with crisp details.
- Designer: Jillian Hewitt / Spin a Yarn Crochet
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Super bulky (#6) + fine (#2) for details
- Hook: 6 mm (J) and 2.75 mm (C)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
9. Puddles the Mini Duck
Photo: Stephanie / Grace and Yarn
Puddles is a white duck about 4.5 inches tall, made with about 75 yards of worsted yarn and a bit of orange. It uses only single crochet, increases and invisible decreases. There are photos for every part, from the beak to the tail.
- Designer: Stephanie / Grace and Yarn
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
10. Crochet Duck by Rose & Lily
Photo: Rose & Lily Amigurumi
This plushy duck uses Hobbii Baby Snuggle for a fuzzy, soft body, with cotton for the eyebrows and eye whites. The tail and hair are made from chain loops, which gives it a funny, fluffy look. Kids love the big expressive eyes.
- Designer: Rose & Lily Amigurumi
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Hobbii Baby Snuggle (see pattern)
- Hook: 4.5 mm
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
11. Funny Duck
Photo: Carrey Reynolds
Funny Duck works up fairly fast and needs very little sewing. The designer rates it advanced beginner only because of the feet and tail, and the wings are sewn on at the end. It is part of a big series of matching animals.
- Designer: Carrey Reynolds
- Skill level: Easy (rated advanced beginner)
- Yarn: see pattern
- Hook: see pattern
- Price: Free Ravelry download
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
12. Duck by Abbys Crochet Plushies
Photo: Abbys Crochet Plushies
A small, simple duck about 10 cm tall. It uses 8-ply yarn, which is the same as DK, and a 3.5 mm hook. It is a nice size for an Easter basket or a shelf.
- Designer: Abbys Crochet Plushies
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: DK / 8-ply (#3)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free Ravelry download
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
13. Little Duck by Sarah Hillery
Photo: sarahhillery
This tiny duck is about 3 inches with worsted yarn. The project photos show it in many styles, from a classic yellow duck to a mallard and a rainbow version. Make a few and turn them into keychains or bag charms.
- Designer: sarahhillery
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free Ravelry download
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
Which One Should You Make?
- Short on time? Start with #3. It is a true quick make.
- First amigurumi ever? Try #2 or #5. Both are rated beginner.
- Want a keychain or bag charm? Go small with #2 in cotton or #13.
- Need a big, soft gift? #6 and #8 are both over 10 inches tall.
- Want something extra fun? #4 comes with a whole pool party set.
FAQ
What yarn is best for a crochet duck?
Worsted acrylic or cotton is the easiest to work with and shows the shape well. For a squishy, baby-soft duck, try chenille or plush yarn like the super bulky options in #2, #6 and #8. Cotton gives neat stitches and is great for small ducks and keychains.
How do I make a crochet duck stand up?
Give it a flat bottom. Many patterns work a flat circle first, then go straight up without increases. Stuff the body firmly but keep the base a little flatter. A plastic disc or cardboard circle inside the bottom also helps a duck sit without tipping.
Can I sell ducks made from these patterns?
It depends on each designer. Many allow small sales of finished items if you credit them, but some say personal use only. Always check the pattern page or PDF for the designer’s terms before you sell anything at a market or online.
Choose your duck, grab some yellow yarn and get quacking.