Crochet is full of creativity, and sometimes the most charming designs are born from classic motifs. The African Flower motif is one of those timeless crochet patterns that can be transformed into endless projects from blankets to toys. Today, I’ll show you how to turn this beautiful hexagon motif into a fun and colorful crochet chicken.
This project is perfect for using leftover yarn, experimenting with color combinations, and creating a whimsical handmade piece for your home. Whether you want a playful decoration for your kitchen, a cute Easter project, or a unique handmade gift, this African Flower Crochet Chicken Pattern will surely bring a smile to your face.
Crocheting chickens has become a fun trend in the craft world because they are not only adorable but also versatile. You can make them as playful toys for children, as farmhouse-style kitchen décor, or even as seasonal projects for Easter and springtime celebrations. By using the African Flower motif, this crochet chicken gains a unique and colorful patchwork effect, making each one completely original depending on your yarn choices.
Materials Needed
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Yarn: Light weight (Sport/DK cotton or acrylic). Choose 3–4 colors (a background, petal colors for the African Flower, and accent shades).
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Hook: 2.5 mm – 3.0 mm, or size recommended for your yarn.
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Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill.
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Eyes: 6–8 mm safety eyes or small black beads (optional, embroidery thread works too).
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Tapestry needle for joining motifs and sewing details.
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Scissors & stitch markers.
Abbreviations
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ch = chain
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sl st = slip stitch
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sc = single crochet
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hdc = half double crochet
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dc = double crochet
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tr = treble crochet
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rep = repeat
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st(s) = stitch(es)
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yo = yarn over
African Flower Motif (Hexagon)
This motif is the base of the chicken’s body, wings, and tail.
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Round 1: With contrast color, make a magic ring. Ch 3 (counts as dc), 1 dc in ring. Ch 1, 2 dc in ring. Rep until you have 6 groups. Sl st to join. (6 clusters)
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Round 2: In each ch-1 sp: (3 dc, ch 1). Rep around. Sl st to join.
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Round 3: Change to petal color. In each ch-1 sp: (7 dc). Sl st to join. (6 petals)
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Round 4: Switch to background color. (sc in next 3 sts, hdc in 2, dc in 1, 2 dc in next, ch 2, 2 dc in same st, dc in 1, hdc in 2) – rep around to shape a hexagon. Join with sl st.
Fasten off, weave ends.
Motifs Needed
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Body: 7 hexagons
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Head: 5 hexagons
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Wings: 2 hexagons (1 per wing)
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Tail: 2 hexagons
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Base/underbody: 1 pentagon (slight variation of motif)
Head
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Make 5 African Flower motifs.
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Join 4 motifs around in a ring and place 1 at the top to form a dome.
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Add safety eyes before closing.
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Leave the bottom open to attach to the body.
Body
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Make 7 motifs.
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Join 6 into a circular band.
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Attach the 7th motif as the base.
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Leave the top opening for the head.
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Stuff firmly as you work.
Beak (Chicken’s Comb & Beak)
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Beak: With yellow yarn, ch 2, work 4 sc in second chain from hook. Continue in the round, decreasing slightly to form a cone. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.
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Comb: With red yarn, ch 10. Work sc, hdc, dc into each stitch across to create a wavy edge. Sew along the top of the head.
Wings (Make 2)
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Make 1 hexagon motif for each wing.
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Fold in half and sew slightly along the straight edge.
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Attach to the body on each side.
Tail
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Make 2 motifs.
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Join them back-to-back.
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Sew at the back of the body, pointing outward.
Assembly
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Sew the head onto the body opening.
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Attach the beak to the center front of the head.
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Sew the red comb securely on top.
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Add wings on each side.
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Attach the tail at the back.
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Adjust stuffing before closing all seams.
Finishing Touches
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Embroider a small wattle below the beak with red yarn.
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Add extra details like embroidered feathers if desired.
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Shape and fluff the chicken by adjusting stuffing.
And that’s it – your African Flower Crochet Chicken is complete! 🐔
This project is playful, decorative, and an excellent way to practice the African Flower motif while creating something truly unique.
