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Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern

Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern
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2-3 Hours Time Needed
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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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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 Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a small, cuddly baby bat amigurumi with flappy wings, cute ears, and a little bow-tie. It uses simple amigurumi shaping techniques and a separate crochet wing construction for a neat finish. You will learn how to place safety eyes, stuff and shape the head and body, and sew parts together for a polished toy.

Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Includes complete round-by-round instructions for head, body, ears, wings and bow-tie. Helpful photos guide eye placement, stuffing, embroidery of the blush, and final assembly.

Why You'll Love This Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it turns basic stitches into a character full of personality and charm. I enjoy how small adjustments to eye placement and stuffing can change its expression, making each bat unique. The wing construction is satisfying to fold and stitch, and the oversized bow-tie adds a whimsical finishing touch. Sharing this pattern lets me pass on a quick, rewarding project that makes lovely handmade gifts.

Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with color palettes; try pastel shades for a soft nursery version or bright accents for a playful look.

I sometimes swap the main yarn for a bulkier weight and a larger hook to create a cuddly, oversized bat — just be mindful the wings may need adjustment.

I like to replace safety eyes with embroidered eyes for baby-safe toys or for a more handmade, subtle face.

Change the bow-tie color, size, or make several little bow-ties to create seasonal or themed bats (Halloween, baby shower, etc.).

To make a keychain, reduce the hook size and use thinner yarn for a mini bat; add a loop of chain to the top before finishing off.

I often add a small piece of wire inside each wing edge for a posable look — be careful and only do this for play items that won't go to small children.

Embroider different expressions by moving the eye placement or altering the blush embroidery to make sleepy, surprised or happy faces.

Try attaching a tiny loop at the top of the head to hang as an ornament or garland; mix metallic or sparkly yarn for festive versions.

Make a matching set by crocheting multiple bats in coordinating colors and varying bow-tie styles for a charming group display.

I recommend practicing the wing DC rows on a small swatch if you want to alter the size — changing the number of repeats or the ch2 spacing will change the finished wing shape.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Using an inconsistent tension between sc and dc stitches can distort the wings and body shape; maintain steady tension and practice dc rows on a swatch to match your sc gauge. ✗ Placing safety eyes too far apart will change the face proportions; count stitches carefully and aim for eight visible stitches between eyes as shown in the pattern. ✗ Overstuffing the head before finishing decreases can cause the eyes to dislodge or the head to lose shape; stuff gradually and check shaping after each stuffing step. ✗ Skipping stitch markers during rounds may lead to losing track of round starts and miscounted stitches; use a marker at the start of each round to stay accurate. ✗ Sewing ears or wings in the wrong positions can look uneven; pin pieces and check how they look from the front before final sewing to ensure symmetry.

Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern

Make an adorable Baby Bat amigurumi with this complete crochet pattern. You will get clear step-by-step rounds, stuffing and shaping tips, and assembly instructions to finish a cuddly little bat. Perfect for making sweet handmade gifts or a charming nursery accent.

Intermediate 2-3 Hours

Materials Needed for Baby Bat Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Approx. 25g yarn for your main colour (Scheepjes Catona) - Anthracite (501)
  • 02
    Approx. 25g yarn for your main colour (Scheepjes Catona) - Dark Olive (387)
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    Approx. 25g yarn for your main colour (Scheepjes Catona) - Bridal White (105)
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    A small amount of yarn for your accent colour (blush and bow tie) - Lime Juice (392)
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    A small amount of yarn for your accent colour - Apricot (524)
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    A small amount of yarn for your accent colour - Light Orchid (226)
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    A small amount of white yarn for the bow tie knot (approx 10g)

— Tools Required

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    Crochet hook size 2.25mm (use suitable hook for your yarn)
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    6mm safety eyes (2 pieces)
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    Stuffing (polyester fiberfill)
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    Darning/tapestry needle
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    Pins for assembly
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    Scissors

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— Head :

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In your main colour, make 6sc in mr.

Round 1 :

(inc) x 6 (12)

Round 2 :

(sc , inc ) x 6 (18)

Round 3 :

(sc 2 , inc ) x 6 (24)

Round 4 :

(sc 3 , inc ) x 6 (30)

Round 5 :

(sc 4 , inc ) x 6 (36)

Round 6-7 :

sc in each — 2 rounds (36)

Round 8 :

(sc 5 , inc ) x 6 (42)

Round 9-12 :

sc in each — 4 rounds (42)

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Insert safety eyes as shown. Do not add the backs yet, as it may be difficult to crochet the next round.

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You should have 8 visible stitches between the eyes.

Round 13 :

( sc 4 , dec ) x 7 (35) stuffing step 1

Round 14 :

( sc 3 , dec ) x 7 (28) stuffing step 2

Round 15 :

( sc 2 , dec ) x 7 (21)

Round 16 :

( sc , dec ) x 7 (14) stuffing step 3

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Slst, FO, and weave in tail.

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STEP 1. Place the backs on your safety eyes and begin to stuff. Tuck plenty of stuffing above the eye area. This helps to keep the eyes looking 'straight and forward' later.

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STEP 2. Stuff rounds 12 and above. Gently pad out the area between, and around, the eyes. Don't stuff too firmly just yet.

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STEP 3. Add stuffing a little at a time until you have a nice rounded shape. Take care to not dislodge the eyes, and don't overstuff your decrease rounds!

— Body :

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Continue with your main colour and make 6sc in mr.

Round 1 :

( inc , sc ) x 3 (9)

Round 2 :

( inc , sc 2 ) x 3 (12)

Round 3 :

( inc , sc 3 ) x 3 (15)

Round 4 :

( inc , sc 4 ) x 3 (18)

Round 5 :

( inc , sc 2 ) x 6 (24)

Round 6-8 :

sc in each stitch — 3 rounds (24)

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Begin to stuff the body. From here, stuff as you go.

Round 9 :

( dec , sc 6 ) x 3 (21)

Round 10 :

sc in each stitch (21)

Round 11 :

( dec , sc 5 ) x 3 (18)

Round 12 :

( sc 3 , dec , sc 2 , dec ) x 2 (14)

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Sc in the next 3 stitches, Slst in the next. Cut yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing, and pull through.

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Ensure the body is stuffed firm to maintain the shape. Line up the slst on the body, with the slst on the head. Stitch the head and body together through the front loops only.

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EMBROIDER BLUSH STEP 1: Insert your needle through the opening and bring out two stitches back from the eye. Between rounds 11 & 12.

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EMBROIDER BLUSH STEP 2: Embroider those two stitches once, then bring your needle back in — next to the eye. Then out - through the opening.

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EMBROIDER BLUSH STEP 3: Repeat for the other side.

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EMBROIDER BLUSH STEP 4: Tie your ends together securely, and trim off the excess.

— Ears :

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3sc = make 3 sc into the same stitch. 2sc = make 2 sc into the same stitch.

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Start with 6sc in mr.

Round 1 :

( 3sc , sc ) x 3 (12)

Round 2 :

Sc , ( 3sc , sc 3 ) x 2 , 3sc , sc 2 (18)

Round 3 :

Sc 2 , ( 3sc , sc 5 ) x 2 , 3sc , sc 3 (24)

Round 4 :

Sc 3 , ( 3sc , sc 7 ) x 2 , 3sc , sc 4 (30)

Round 5 :

Sc 4 , ( 2sc , sc 9 ) x 2 , 2sc , sc 4 , slst (33)

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Cut yarn, and pull through — leaving approx. 40cm tail. Make the second ear.

— Wings :

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Ch3 counts as 1 dc. Dc-inc = make 2 dc in the same stitch. 2dc ch 2 2dc = make 2 dc in the next stitch, chain 2, then make another 2 dc in the same stitch. Make 2.

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Into mr . . .

Round 1 :

Ch3 , dc 15 , slst into ch2 (16)

Round 2 :

Ch3 , dc in same ch2 space , ( dc , dc-inc ) x 7 , dc , slst in ch2 (24)

Round 3 :

Ch3 , dc in same ch2 space , ( dc 2 , dc-inc ) x 7 , dc 2 , slst in ch2 (32)

Round 4 :

Ch3 , dc in same ch2 space , ( dc 3 , dc-inc ) x 7 , dc 3 , slst in ch2 (40)

Round 5 :

Ch3 , dc in same ch2 space , ch2 , 2dc in the same space then... ( dc 4 , 2dc ch2 2dc ) x 7 , dc 4 , slst in ch 2 (80)

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Cut approx. 60 cm of yarn and pull through.

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Fold your work in half to create the wing shape. **Be sure that the ch2 points match the opposite side** Stitch together through the back loops only. Once you reach the end, thread your needle back through the wing, to your starting point.

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IMPORTANT : Try to keep your dc stitches neat and compact. The finished wing should be almost as tall as the head and body. Small differences should not matter. If your wing is much larger - you may need to try a smaller hook.

— Bow-Tie :

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The bow-tie should look slightly oversized. As a guide, it should fall roughly the same width as the eyes. You can add/remove chains, or use a different hook, to achieve the right size (if you need to).

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In your accent colour...

Round 1 :

Ch 8 , hdc in 3rd ch from hook , hdc in each space (6)

Round 2-4 :

Ch 2 , turn , hdc in each stitch (6) - 3 rows - 4 rows in total

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Fasten off and weave in ends.

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In white... Ch 7 with a 10cm tail

Round 1 :

Dc in 3rd ch from hook , dc in each space (4)

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Slst into ch1 , cut 10cm and pull through. Go to step 1.

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STEP 1. Thread your chain tail through the middle of the opposite end. Creating a loop at the back.

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STEP 2. Pinch the coloured piece, place face down inside the loop and pull gently.

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STEP 3. Thread your ends through the middle loops on the opposite side. Pull tight and knot. Weave and trim one loose end, leaving the other for sewing.

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Finished bow-tie.

— Assembly :

Point A :

The front corner of the ear should be placed in the second stitch back from the blush, one row down, between rounds 12 and 13.

Point B :

The back corner should go between rounds 8 and 9. Approx. 3 stitches apart.

Point C :

Gently pinch the top tip of the ear, then flatten against the head. Pin between rounds 3 and 4.

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Always check how the ears look from the front before sewing. You may need to adjust the positioning slightly. If you need to adjust, first check point C - pinning/unpinning an extra stitch or two may fix it. If that doesn't help, I recommend leaving point A the same, and adjusting points B and C to achieve the desired look.

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To attach, pick up both loops on the ear, and go directly under the corresponding stitch on the head. Pull tight for a neat finish. Work through each stitch. Then fasten off discretely and weave in the end.

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If you are making a very small bat, like mine, the pins will be sticking out through the body. Please take care handling until the pins are removed!

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Pin the wings to the body, creating a narrow V-shape. The starting rings should be positioned where the body meets the head, 3-4 stitches apart. The head will be in the way at this point. You can bend the wing back slightly to get the correct position.

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The bottom points of the wing should meet towards the tail.

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Thread your needle and attach the wing from bottom to top, the same way we attached the ears. One stitch every 2-3 body rows should be enough.

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Once you've secured the top, bring your needle through to the side of the body — roughly in line with the ear. Pick up a stitch from the wing. And attach to the body. Pull tight.

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Work your needle towards the bottom part of his body, pick up another stitch from the wing and attach, pull tight. Fasten off discretely and weave in the end.

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Attach the bow-tie between the 2nd and 3rd rows beneath the head. Gently squish him back into shape with your fingers and you're all done!

Assembly Instructions

  • Place the front corner of each ear in the second stitch back from the blush, one row down, between rounds 12 and 13, and sew securely through both loops.
  • Position the back corner of each ear between rounds 8 and 9, approximately 3 stitches apart, and pin before sewing to check front view.
  • Pin the wings so the starting rings sit where the body meets the head (3-4 stitches apart), then stitch from the bottom point to the top, attaching through back loops and body rows every 2-3 rows.
  • Fold each wing in half and stitch through the back loops only to create the wing shape, making sure the ch2 points match the opposite side before finishing.
  • Attach the bow-tie between the 2nd and 3rd rows beneath the head, using the long tail to sew it neatly into place.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a hook suitable for the yarn and keep tension consistent throughout, especially for the double crochet wing rows.
  • 💡Place safety eyes before completing the surrounding rounds and secure with backs; aim for about eight visible stitches between the eyes.
  • 💡Stuff gradually and shape carefully; overstuffing can distort decreases and dislodge safety eyes.
  • 💡Fold wings and stitch through back loops only to form crisp wing edges and ensure the ch2 points align before sewing completely.

This Baby Bat pattern is a sweet, quick amigurumi project that makes a perfect handmade gift or nursery friend. It combines simple shapes with a fun wing construction and a charming oversized bow-tie you can customize. Enjoy the process and make a whole little flock of bats to share! 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 10-12 cm tall when using Scheepjes Catona and a 2.25mm hook; size will vary with yarn and hook choice.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will affect the final size. Use an appropriate hook for your chosen yarn and be prepared to adjust wing stitch counts if needed.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate, so basic knowledge of single crochet, increases, decreases, double crochet, and sewing amigurumi parts is recommended for best results.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 2-3 hours, though time may vary based on experience level and whether you make additional decorative details.

What if my wings come out larger than the body?

Try using a slightly smaller hook for the wings or tighten your tension on dc stitches; you can also reduce chains or rows in the wing pattern to scale it down.