What have got beaks, feathers, and are made of yarn? That’s right, crochet owl patterns! Today’s free crochet pattern round-up is all about our wise feathered friends the owls. Read on to discover owl amigurumi projects, accessories, and home decor. It’s sure to be a hoot!
There are a ton of free owl patterns out there but today we’ve curated 25 of our favorites. Much like the nocturnal nature of today’s winged inspirations, don’t be surprised if these cute little owls have you crocheting well into the night saying, “Just one more row!”. Whether you are on the hunt for an owl-themed item for yourself or the perfect gift idea for an owl lover friend, you are sure to find tons of ideas here in this post with something for every skill level of crocheter.
Owls, with their cuteness and charm, have long captured our imaginations. And what better way to pay homage to these majestic creatures than by crafting them with our own hands? From cuddly stuffed animals that make perfect companions for little ones to cozy pillows that add a touch of whimsy to any room, snuggly blankets to wrap yourself in warmth, and charming baskets and bags to tote around your essentials, this collection of crochet owl patterns has enough whimsy to fill your nest with.
Well, that’s probably enough flapping my jaws. Are you ready to take flight and explore these stunning free crochet owl patterns? I can’t wait to see your owl projects. Scroll down to find your next new crochet project!
Owen Owl Pillow
If you have ever wanted to cuddle with an owl, now is your chance! While cuddling the real thing is probably not one of your brightest ideas, this free amigurumi owl pattern is a perfectly acceptable substitute. He is sure to charm you with his curiously wide eyes and bright yellow feathers. You can make this easy crochet pattern using just single and half double crochet stitches.
Designer: Amy Gunderson for Premier Yarns
Yarn: Premier Yarns Everyday Bulky (Super Bulky Weight #6)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Woodland Owl Pouch
Whip up this whimsical woodland pouch to take with you on your next venture into the woods or as a cute gift. The finished size gives you extra carrying capability if you happen to come across some cool rocks or leaves. This pattern calls for single and double crochet stitches as well as puff stitches to imitate the texture of feathers on the owl’s stomach.
Designer: Sweet Softies
Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Worsted (Worsted Weight Yarn #4)
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Ulvi Owl
Ulvi the owl gets his textured tummy from popcorn stitches. The cute crochet owl pattern also calls for single, half double, and double crochet stitches. Little tassels stand in for the ear tufts on the top of the owls head, which is pretty common for crochet owl patterns. I love the fuzzy wings and the fact that this owl can easily stand up on his own.
Designer: Dutch Crochet
Yarn: Scheepjes Catona (Fingering Weight #1)
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Graduation Owl
Owls are generally regarded as symbols of wisdom, so it just makes sense to use owl motifs in junction with a graduation design. This adorable owl applique complete with graduation cap and diploma can be used to embellish any number of things to create a great gift. How about a greeting card? The pattern calls for all the basic crochet stitches single through treble and DK weight of yarn.
Designer: Golden Lucy Crafts
Yarn: DK Weight #3
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Owl Pillow
You only need to know how to do one basic stitch to complete this whimsical crochet owl pattern. If you know how to single crochet then you’re good to go! You don’t even need to know how to change colors since everything is worked separately. The base of the owl pillow is layered over with large triangle panels to represent wings, a smaller triangle for the beak, and two circles for the large eyes.
Designer: Repeat Crafter Me for Yarnspirations
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver (Aran Weight #4)
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Colorful Owl
Skip the traditional owl colors and go for a handful of bright shades in this super cute amigurumi owl design. Colorful projects like this one have the ability to make you smile just by looking at them and can make a great baby shower gift! The cutest thing about this pattern is that the wings can move since they are attached with buttons. Follow along with the Youtube video tutorial to learn how to make it.
Designer: Horgolada Design
Yarn: None specified
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Owl Amigurumi Keychain
You can carry a little bit of owl wisdom around with you wherever your adventures take you with this adorable keychain design. Single crochet stitches and a thin sport weight yarn conspire together to create one of the smallest crochet owl patterns around and with a super sweet face. If you opt for a thicker yarn or even double strands of yarn and a larger mm hook, then you can supersize this design to make the perfect stuffed owl companion.
Designer: DIY Fluffies
Yarn: Schachenmayr Catania (Sport Weight #2)
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Odin the Owl Amigurumi
Oh, could those eyes get any bigger? Odin’s design takes a more whimsical and cartoony approach with oversized eyes and a bright blue, purple, and orange color palette. This cute owl pattern calls for single, half double, and double crochet stitches. He’s a perfect choice for both snuggling and for displaying on a shelf as a great way to add some owlish charm to your space.
Designer: Green Fox Farms Designs
Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran (Aran Weight #4)
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Owl Basket
You can never have too many baskets in your life and life is too short to make a boring one, so why not whip up this generously sized crochet owl basket? It is crocheted double stranded using a budget friendly yarn and a larger mm crochet hook. You’ll be using all the basic stitches single through double treble as well as a few picot stitches for some of the detail work.
Designer: Deja Joy for Better Homes and Gardens
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver (Aran Weight #4)
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Owl Purse
Little crochet bags are handy to have around for storing all your treasures and trinkets. This colorful round owl purse is a good size for holding spare change, cool rocks, or spare hair ties. The cute pattern calls for single, half double, double, and treble crochet stitches. Heads up, this is also a great project for using up some yarn scraps.
Designer: Hooked on Homemade Happiness
Yarn: Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton! (Aran Weight #4)
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Little Cute Owls
I love it when crochet owl patterns have lots of color inspiration to choose from. Here we see two more traditionally colored owls (gray and brown) with two more flamboyantly feathered designs (pink and blue). This is a quick and easy single crochet project so you could make more than one if you can’t decide what color looks best.
Designer: Crochet from Aland
Yarn: None specified
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Duolingo Owl
Language learners are sure to recognize this iconic green owl from the mobile app Duolingo. This little mascot has also inspired lots of internet memes for being a little too enthusiastic with his practice reminders sometimes. If you or someone you know is using Duolingo, then why not whip up this project using single, half double, and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Wonder Crochet
Yarn: Worsted Weight #4
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Ollie Owl Trio
You really need a few different colors of yarn to make your owl projects stand out. This design makes it easier for you because all the colors you need are together in one big skein of yarn. If you don’t have a big yarn stash of colors built up, then this is a great option. Plus, the thickness of the bulky yarn makes this single crochet project work up in a jiffy.
Designer: Repeat Crafter Me for Yarnspirations
Yarn: Bernat Blanket O’Go (Super Bulky Weight #5)
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Owl Table Runner
Add a touch of owlish charm to your tablescape with this stunning filet crochet table runner. You’ll use double crochet stitches to create filled and hollow squares that make the image of the owl complete with a heart shaped patch on the belly. It might sound complicated but it’s not too bad once you get the hang of it. There’s no sewing and everything is worked back and forth in rows.
Designer: HandmadebyRaine
Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Size 10 Thread
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Hoot the Owl
Pastel color palettes always make me say “Aww!” and this sweet little owl is no exception. Maybe it is the soft colors or maybe it is the sleepy closed eye expression on the owl, but it looks like a baby owl to me. With the recommended yarn, it turns out quite small, as you can tell by the size relative to the skeins of yarn. The pattern calls for just single crochet stitches.
Designer: By Morgan
Yarn: Durable Coral (Sport Weight #2)
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Valentine’s Day Owl Candy Bag
Two owl flat appliques sandwiched together make the perfect little treat pouch. With a heart on the owl’s tummy this candy bag is perfect for Valentine’s Day but I think you could do other versions easily. How about a black and orange design for Halloween treats? The pattern calls for single, double, and treble crochet stitches.
Designer: StringyDingDing
Yarn: Worsted Weight #4
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Owl Pumpkin
Speaking of Halloween, wouldn’t this owl pumpkin look just darling on your front porch for fall? I’m telling you, these crochet owl patterns are good for all seasons! You can make one for yourself using just regular and back loop single crochet stitches. A budget friendly yarn gives this design the stiffness it needs to stand up and retain its shape.
Designer: Winding Road Crochet
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver (Aran Weight #4)
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Matilda the Owl
Baby pink mixed with a lovely soft shade of green might just be my new favorite color combination for stuffed animal projects. Just look at how sweet and serene this little owl is! I especially love the star patch on her belly. The pink rings around the eyes make it look like she is wearing glasses which also adds to the charm. You’ll be using single and double crochet stitches for this design.
Designer: Crochet Together
Yarn: Kartopu Baby Cotton | Pamuklu Bebe (Sport Weight #2)
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Baby Owl Lovey
Part stuffed animal, and part blanket, loveys are the perfect project to make for babies. This colorful owl lovey design calls for single, half double, and double crochet stitches. A simple owl head sits atop a stunning 9-pointed star blanket that’s finished off with cute and colorful little tassels for a final dash of whimsy.
Designer: MJ’s Off the Hook Designs
Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Worsted (Worsted Weight #4)
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Lily the Owl
Many crochet owl patterns have you crochet a separate piece for the eyes and then sew it on top of the body. This design uses colorwork instead. The other thing that makes this pattern stand out are the multicolor ruffles on the tummy used to represent feathers. You’ll be using single and half double crochet stitches for this design. Embroidery thread is recommended for the delicate facial features.
Designer: Elisa’s Crochet
Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Solids, Heathers, Twists (Aran Weight #4)
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C2C Owl
This funny fellow has gone a bit cross eyed but I think it really adds to his appeal. You’ll be using the corner to corner crochet design to make this image of an owl come to life one block at a time. The pattern is part of a larger series of woodland animal squares that you can sew together to make a blanket bursting with forest friends.
Designer: Lovable Loops Crochet Designs
Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver (Aran Weight #4)
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Olive the Owl
Two pretty shades of purple come together with a touch of white and black yarns to make our next owl design. Despite the thin weight of the recommended yarn, Olive is a good size owl stuffed animal that stands seven and a half inches tall. The pattern calls for single, half double, and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Cuddly Stitches Craft
Yarn: YarnArt Jeans (Sport Weight #2)
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Witchy Owl
Accessorize your owl with an adorable pointed cap to make a witchy version. This is a great project for Halloween or for any time of the year when you feel like you need a little bit more magic in your life. You’ll be using single and half double crochet stitches for this design. Follow along with the Youtube video tutorial to learn how to make one for yourself.
Designer: Complicated Knots
Yarn: 4 Seasons Marvel 8 ply (DK Weight #3)
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Owl C2C Scarf
You’re sure to have a hoot the next time you leave the house sporting this adorable owl scarf. A fun and colorful scarf that can make people smile is just the thing to have around when the weather gets bleak and spirits are running low. The pattern uses the traditional C2C technique which involves just double crochet stitches. There are plenty of C2C tutorials linked within the pattern if you are new to the technique.
Designer: Nana’s Crafty Home
Yarn: Caron Simply Soft Solids (Aran Weight #4)
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Day & Night Owls
Last but not least on our round-up of crochet owl patterns is this sweet duo. On the left we have an owl design inspired by the day with lighter shades and a rainbow patch on the belly. On the right we have an owl design inspired by the night with darker shades and a sea of embroidered stars on the belly. You can make either (or both!) using just single crochet stitches.
Designer: Tiny Curl
Yarn: Rico Design Ricorumi DK (DK Weight #3)
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Final Thoughts on Crochet Owl Patterns
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