Sleepy Owl – amigurumi pattern

Sleepy Owl is the perfect companion for toddlers — soft, safe, and irresistibly cuddly

Shaped like a small pillow and designed without any tiny parts, it’s ideal for little hands to hold and snuggle. The owl features expressive sleepy eyes, wicker-edged wings, and a beautifully patterned multicolored body.

This amigurumi owl makes a sweet handmade gift for a baby shower or baptism. For best results, crochet it with cotton yarn — it’s gentle on sensitive skin and won’t cause itching like some wool fibers might.

I adore the cozy pillow shape, the playful mix of colors, and those wonderfully drowsy eyes. Made with slightly thicker (aran weight) cotton yarn, the owl works up into a generous size without extra effort.

In this pattern, you’ll also learn how to create the lovely textured body using a simple spike stitch.

Please note: the pattern does not include step-by-step photos, but it does feature clear written instructions and multiple views of the finished toy.

Originally published in the book Cuddly Amigurumi Toys, this pattern is now available as an individual PDF as well.

INSTRUCTIONS

Downloadable and easy to follow crochet pattern with clear step-by-step instructions on 9 pages.

Language: English (US terminology), Estonian

Skill level: advanced

Stitches needed: single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, spike stitch

SIZE AND MATERIALS

Size: about 27 cm / 10.6 inches

The pattern uses aran weight cotton yarn and with 3.5 mm crochet hook.

SUPPORT AND COPYRIGHT

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You may sell the finished product. You may not sell or share the pattern. Read full copyright here.