Crochet Tutorial: Duck in Green Floral Overalls – Free Crochet Pattern

This charming crochet duck is designed as a sweet springtime amigurumi with soft yellow body coloring, a rounded beak, green floral overalls, a tiny crossbody bag, flower crown, and delicate sandals. It has the cozy look of a handmade collectible, a nursery decor piece, or a gift for shoppers looking for cute crochet dolls and cottagecore duck amigurumi.

The finished design is ideal for makers who love detailed handmade plush toys, whimsical crochet characters, and boutique-style amigurumi patterns. If you enjoy creating items that look giftable, display-ready, and perfect for craft fair buyers searching for handmade crochet duck dolls, this pattern will guide you through every visible detail.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

Pattern Overview

This pattern recreates the duck exactly as shown: a standing duck with a large rounded head, narrow neck, slim body, long soft arms, straight legs, oversized yellow beak, green bib overalls with floral embroidery details, a beige shoulder bag, green sandals, and a pastel flower crown.

The shaping is written to keep the proportions close to the image. The head is noticeably larger than the body. The body is gently tapered at the neck and wider through the hips. The legs are slim and long. The arms hang low and narrow. The beak is wide, flattened, and softly curved downward.

The overalls are an important part of the look, so they are made as fitted pants with a joined bib and straps. The small accessories complete the final style. Take your time with assembly and embroidery placement, because the personality of the doll depends on spacing and angles.

Skill Level

Intermediate. A confident beginner can make it too, but careful counting, neat shaping, and patient finishing are required.

Finished Size

• Duck height without crown: about 11.5 to 12.5 inches
• Duck height with crown: about 12 to 13 inches
• Head width: about 4 inches
• Body width at hip area: about 3 inches

Size will vary depending on yarn weight, hook, and stuffing density. To match the image closely, use a tight amigurumi gauge.

Materials

• Sport or light DK cotton yarn in pale duck yellow
• Sport or light DK cotton yarn in warm orange-yellow for beak
• Sport or light DK cotton yarn in muted sage green for overalls and sandals
• Sport or light DK cotton yarn in beige or oatmeal for bag and sandal soles
• Small scraps in white, pale pink, soft peach, pastel yellow, and light green for flowers and leaves
• Small scrap of black yarn for embroidery or tiny bee/ladybug details
• Safety eyes, 12 mm to 14 mm, glossy black
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Crochet hook 2.25 mm to 2.75 mm
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Sewing pins
• Optional fabric glue for securing very tiny appliqués after stitching

Recommended Colors

• Main body: pale buttery yellow
• Beak: marigold or golden duck-bill yellow
• Overalls and sandals: soft sage green
• Bag: light beige or warm sand
• Flowers: white, blush pink, dusty peach, pale yellow
• Leaves: light sage green

Abbreviations

• MR = magic ring
• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• inc = 2 sc in same stitch
• dec = invisible decrease
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• tr = treble crochet
• BLO = back loop only
• FLO = front loop only
• st = stitch
• sts = stitches
• rnd = round

General Notes

• Work in continuous rounds unless stated otherwise.
• Use a stitch marker at the beginning of each round.
• Stuff gradually and firmly, but do not overstuff the neck.
• The head should be quite full to keep the rounded square shape seen in the image.
• The body should be softer than the head.
• Arms and legs should be lightly stuffed so they remain slim.

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Head

The head is the visual focal point. It is rounded on top, wide through the face, and slightly flatter at the lower front where the beak is attached. The eyes sit lower than center. The crown sits on the top edge of the forehead rather than far back.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6. (18)
4. Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6. (24)
5. Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x6. (30)
6. Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x6. (36)
7. Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) x6. (42)
8. Rnd 8: (6 sc, inc) x6. (48)
9. Rnd 9: (7 sc, inc) x6. (54)
10. Rnd 10: (8 sc, inc) x6. (60)
11. Rnd 11: (9 sc, inc) x6. (66)
12. Rnd 12: (10 sc, inc) x6. (72)
13. Rnd 13-23: sc around. (72) for 11 rounds

Insert safety eyes between Rnds 17 and 18 with about 14 visible stitches between them. Because the beak is wide, the eyes should not be too far apart. Test the look before securing.

24. Rnd 24: (10 sc, dec) x6. (66)
25. Rnd 25: sc around. (66)
26. Rnd 26: (9 sc, dec) x6. (60)
27. Rnd 27: sc around. (60)
28. Rnd 28: (8 sc, dec) x6. (54)
29. Rnd 29: (7 sc, dec) x6. (48)
30. Rnd 30: (6 sc, dec) x6. (42)

Begin stuffing firmly. Shape the cheeks so the front remains broad. Press gently to create a slightly flatter front lower face.

31. Rnd 31: (5 sc, dec) x6. (36)
32. Rnd 32: (4 sc, dec) x6. (30)

Do not fasten off if you want a no-sew neck join. Continue into the neck section below. If you prefer sewing later, fasten off and leave a long tail.

Neck

The duck has a slim but not tiny neck. It should support the head while keeping a graceful transition into the torso.

1. Rnd 33: BLO, sc around. (30)
2. Rnd 34: (3 sc, dec) x6. (24)
3. Rnd 35-38: sc around. (24) for 4 rounds

Stuff the neck lightly and insert extra firm stuffing where the neck meets the head. This prevents wobbling.

Body

The body begins narrow at the top and widens through the belly and hips. The lower body is rounded because the duck wears overalls that sit high and look roomy. The bottom should be flat enough to let the doll rest in a seated position if arranged carefully.

If you continued directly from the neck, keep going. Otherwise join yarn to the neck opening.

1. Rnd 1: (3 sc, inc) x6. (30)
2. Rnd 2: sc around. (30)
3. Rnd 3: (4 sc, inc) x6. (36)
4. Rnd 4: sc around. (36)
5. Rnd 5: (5 sc, inc) x6. (42)
6. Rnd 6-10: sc around. (42) for 5 rounds
7. Rnd 11: (6 sc, inc) x6. (48)
8. Rnd 12-16: sc around. (48) for 5 rounds

Stuff the upper and middle body firmly, but leave the bottom slightly softer so the overalls fit naturally and the hips do not become too stiff.

17. Rnd 17: (6 sc, dec) x6. (42)
18. Rnd 18: sc around. (42)
19. Rnd 19: (5 sc, dec) x6. (36)
20. Rnd 20: (4 sc, dec) x6. (30)
21. Rnd 21: (3 sc, dec) x6. (24)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail if sewing to the leg section later. If you prefer, the legs can be made first and the body joined over them, but the separate construction method is easier for accuracy.

Beak

The beak is broad, low, and softly protruding. It is flatter than a rounded snout and slightly curves downward at the tip. Make two pieces: upper beak and lower beak edge, then shape lightly with stuffing.

Upper Beak

1. Ch 9.
2. Rnd 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 7, 3 sc in last ch, working on opposite side sc 6, inc in last st. (18)
3. Rnd 2: inc, 6 sc, 3 inc, 6 sc, 2 inc. (24)
4. Rnd 3: sc, inc, 6 sc, (sc, inc) x3, 6 sc, (sc, inc) x2. (30)
5. Rnd 4: sc around. (30)
6. Rnd 5: 10 sc, 2 hdc, 6 dc, 2 hdc, 10 sc. (30)
7. Rnd 6: sc around. (30)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail.

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Lower Beak Support

1. Ch 7.
2. Rnd 1: Starting in 2nd ch, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch, sc 4 on opposite side, inc in last. (14)
3. Rnd 2: inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc. (20)
4. Rnd 3: sc around. (20)

Fasten off. Place the smaller piece beneath the upper beak during sewing to help create the gentle lower lip shape. Add only a tiny bit of stuffing or yarn scrap inside the upper beak. Do not overfill.

Arms

The arms are long, narrow, and slightly curved inward. They hang to the sides of the bib. They are not wing-shaped in this design. Keep them slim.

Make 2 in pale yellow.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Rnd 3-5: sc around. (12) for 3 rounds
4. Rnd 6: (4 sc, dec) x2. (10)
5. Rnd 7-20: sc around. (10) for 14 rounds
6. Rnd 21: flatten and sc through both sides 5 sts to close

Lightly stuff only the lower half and middle. Keep the top flat for sewing. Curve the arms very slightly before attaching.

Legs

The legs are thin and straight, extending from under the short overalls. They are longer than typical amigurumi legs, which helps match the elegant proportions in the image.

Make 2 in pale yellow.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc x6. (12)
3. Rnd 3-4: sc around. (12) for 2 rounds
4. Rnd 5: (4 sc, dec) x2. (10)
5. Rnd 6-18: sc around. (10) for 13 rounds
6. Rnd 19: flatten and sc through both sides 5 sts to close

Stuff lightly but evenly. Keep the top flat for sewing into the body underside.

Feet Base

The feet are sandal-style, so the yellow toes remain visible. This piece represents the front foot shape that sits over the sole.

Make 2 in pale yellow.

1. Ch 7.
2. Rnd 1: Starting in 2nd ch, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch, sc 4 on opposite side, inc in final st. (14)
3. Rnd 2: inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc. (20)
4. Rnd 3: sc around. (20)
5. Rnd 4: BLO, sc around. (20)
6. Rnd 5: 6 sc, dec x4, 6 sc. (16)

Fasten off. Lightly stuff just the front. Flatten gently.

Sandal Soles

Make 2 in beige.

1. Ch 7.
2. Rnd 1: Starting in 2nd ch, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch, sc 4, inc. (14)
3. Rnd 2: inc, 4 sc, 3 inc, 4 sc, 2 inc. (20)
4. Rnd 3: sc around. (20)

Do not stuff. These stay flatter than the top feet pieces.

Sandal Straps

Make 2 in sage green.

1. Ch 10.
2. Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch, sc 9.
3. Fasten off, leaving tail for sewing.

Sew each strap across the front third of the foot. Add a tiny red circle and black stitch dots at one outer side to mimic the small ladybug decoration seen in the image.

Overalls Pants Section

The overalls sit high on the torso and have short legs ending above the ankles. The pants are roomy, with a bib front, straps, and a central pocket area. The fit should be snug enough to stay in place but not so tight that it distorts the body.

Make the pants from the leg openings upward in sage green.

Pant Leg 1

1. Rnd 1: 24 sc in a chainless foundation or ch 24 and join. (24)
2. Rnd 2-5: sc around. (24) for 4 rounds

Fasten off first leg.

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Pant Leg 2

1. Repeat Rnds 1-5. Do not fasten off.

Join Legs

1. Rnd 6: ch 2, join to first leg, 24 sc around first leg, 2 sc across chain, 24 sc around second leg, 2 sc across other side of chain. (52)
2. Rnd 7-10: sc around. (52) for 4 rounds
3. Rnd 11: (11 sc, dec) x4. (48)
4. Rnd 12-14: sc around. (48) for 3 rounds
5. Rnd 15: (6 sc, dec) x6. (42)
6. Rnd 16-18: sc around. (42) for 3 rounds
7. Rnd 19: (5 sc, dec) x6. (36)
8. Rnd 20: sc around. (36)

Check fit on the body. The waistband should sit around the upper hip and lower torso. If needed, adjust one round smaller or larger depending on yarn.

Upper Bib Placement Round

1. Rnd 21: sc around. (36)

Fasten off. Do not close the top edge. The bib and back section will be added separately.

Bib Front

Count 10 central stitches on the front of the overalls. Join sage green yarn to the first of these 10 stitches.

1. Row 1: sc 10, ch 1, turn. (10)
2. Row 2-6: sc 10, ch 1, turn. (10) for 5 rows
3. Row 7: dec, 6 sc, dec, ch 1, turn. (8)
4. Row 8: sc 8, ch 1, turn. (8)
5. Row 9: dec, 4 sc, dec, ch 1, turn. (6)
6. Row 10: sc 6

Fasten off. The bib should be a neat rectangle with a slight taper near the top.

Back Upper Edge

Join sage green yarn to the back center and work across 12 stitches.

1. Row 1: sc 12, ch 1, turn. (12)
2. Row 2-3: sc 12, ch 1, turn. (12) for 2 rows

Fasten off.

Straps

Make 2 in sage green.

1. Ch 18.
2. Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch, sc 17.

Fasten off with long tails. Sew from top back edge to top bib corners. Add one small beige button at the front of each strap.

Overall Edging

For the neat hem and top edges seen in the image, work one round or row of slip stitches or single crochet around the leg openings, bib, and waist edge as needed. Keep this very clean and even.

The shorts hem can be made by working one visible round in BLO, then a following round of sc to create the slight cuff impression.

Front Pocket

The image shows a central front pocket shape integrated on the overalls. You can create this with embroidery outlines or a sewn patch.

1. Ch 8.
2. Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch, sc 7, ch 1, turn.
3. Row 2-4: sc 7, ch 1, turn.

Fasten off and sew centered low on the bib-to-belly area, leaving top edge open if desired. Keep it subtle. The image has a very soft pocket definition, not an oversized one.

Crossbody Bag

The bag is beige, narrow, and hangs at the duck’s left side across the front of the overalls. It has a simple floral decoration and a long thin strap.

Bag Body

1. Ch 9.
2. Rnd 1: Starting in 2nd ch, sc 7, 3 sc in last ch, sc 6 on opposite side, inc in final st. (18)
3. Rnd 2-8: sc around. (18) for 7 rounds

Fasten off, leaving tail. Flatten the top opening and sew only the side edges closed if you want a pouch effect, or stitch fully flat for a decorative bag.

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Bag Strap

1. Ch 46 to 52, depending on desired drape.
2. Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch, sl st or sc across.

Sew strap diagonally so the bag sits from right shoulder to left hip, matching the image.

Bag Flower Appliqué

1. In pale cream or pale yellow, make MR.
2. Into MR work: (ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st) x5.
3. Tighten ring and fasten off.

Add a tiny pink center stitch. Sew flower to the lower front of the bag.

Flower Crown

The crown sits across the top front of the head. It includes several tiny flowers in pale colors and a few green leaves. It should look delicate and handmade, not bulky.

Base Vine

1. Ch 26 to 30 depending on head width.
2. Row 1: sl st across or sc across lightly.

Leave tails for tying or sewing.

Tiny Five-Petal Flowers

Make 5 to 7 flowers in mixed pastel shades.

1. MR.
2. Into MR work: (ch 2, 2 dc, ch 2, sl st) x5.
3. Tighten ring and fasten off.

For smaller flowers, replace 2 dc with 1 hdc and 1 dc. Make a mix so the crown looks organic.

Leaves

Make 4 to 6 small leaves in light green.

1. Ch 5.
2. Starting in 2nd ch: sl st, sc, hdc, sl st.

Fasten off.

Sew the flowers and leaves onto the vine, arranging them in alternating colors. Place the largest white flower slightly to one side and cluster pink and yellow blossoms nearby.

Small Floral Appliqués for Overalls

The overalls have embroidered or appliquéd flowers near the chest and lower right leg area. These details are essential for matching the image.

Daisy Style Flower

1. With white yarn, MR.
2. Into MR work: (ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in next ch, sl st in MR) x6.

Fasten off, leaving tail. Add a tiny yellow or pale center knot stitch.

Make 6 to 8 tiny daisies in mixed sizes. Sew 2 to 3 on the upper bib area and 4 to 5 clustered at the lower right pant leg.

Bee Detail

The image shows a tiny bee-like decoration on the upper front overalls. This can be made as a small oval appliqué.

1. With yellow yarn, ch 4.
2. Rnd 1: Starting in 2nd ch, sc 2, 3 sc in last ch, sc 1 on opposite side, inc in last. (8)
3. Rnd 2: sc around. (8)

Fasten off. Wrap a little black yarn around the middle twice or embroider two black stripes. Add tiny white wings with two loop stitches or two tiny detached chain loops. Sew near the top right side of the bib.

Eyebrow Embroidery

The duck has soft brown embroidered brows angled gently upward toward the outer edges, giving a sweet and slightly shy expression.

• Use light brown embroidery yarn.
• Make each brow about 4 stitches long.
• Place them 3 to 4 rounds above the eyes.
• Angle them softly, not sharply.

Optional Blush Shaping

If desired, add very light blush under the eyes using pastel thread or fabric-safe tint. Keep this minimal. The image relies more on eye shine and brow placement than strong blush.

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Assembly Order

1. Sew beak to lower face.
2. Sew body to neck if not already joined.
3. Attach legs to bottom of body.
4. Attach feet to legs.
5. Attach arms to upper body sides.
6. Dress duck in overalls and secure at shoulders and waist.
7. Sew sandals to feet.
8. Add bag across body.
9. Sew floral appliqués and bee detail.
10. Attach flower crown.
11. Embroider eyebrows and any final facial shaping.

Precise Placement Guide

• Beak: centered between eyes, top edge beginning around Rnd 18 of head, extending down to about Rnd 24
• Arms: sewn at upper body sides just below neckline, angled slightly downward and inward
• Legs: positioned symmetrically at lower body, with a narrow gap between them
• Overalls bib: centered on torso, reaching upper chest
• Bag: strap from duck’s right shoulder to left hip
• Crown: across forehead-top line, not far back on the head

Shaping Tips for a 100% Closer Match

Use your fingers while stuffing to square the lower sides of the head slightly. The duck’s face is not perfectly round. It has a softly boxy amigurumi look with plump cheeks and a broad front. That shape matters more than adding extra decoration.

The beak should be sewn so the outer corners dip just a little. Avoid placing it flat like a straight oval. A very slight downward curve gives the same sweet expression as the duck in the image.

Do not overstuff the arms or legs. The original look is soft and elegant. Thin limbs with gentle movement help the overalls and sandals look more natural. Firm, bulky limbs will make the duck look heavier than the picture.

The overalls should fit smoothly over the hips but still look roomy. If your yarn is thicker, reduce a few stitches around the pants body. If your yarn is thinner, add one extra plain round before shaping the waist.

Detailed Construction Walkthrough

After completing the head and inserting the eyes, shape the stuffing so the face remains full beneath the eyes. This creates enough support for the beak and prevents the face from collapsing when sewn.

Before sewing the beak, pin it in place and look straight on. The top of the beak should sit just below the eye line, leaving enough room above for the sweet cheek area. Sew the top edge first, then the lower curve.

When attaching the neck to the body, hold the head upright and slightly forward. The duck in the image does not have a stiff military posture. It has a gentle natural tilt that makes the doll feel softer and more lifelike.

For the overalls, fit the pants on the body before sewing straps permanently. The bib should cover the front torso center but leave the shoulders and upper side body visible. The straps should angle outward very slightly from the bib corners.

The tiny floral embellishments should not be perfectly symmetrical. Cluster them in a casual garden style. Two or three near the chest, plus a larger grouping near the lower right leg, gives the same visual balance seen in the photo.

The bag should hang lightly over the front without hiding the bib details. Adjust strap length until the pouch sits near the upper thigh or hip area. Sew it down with only a few hidden stitches so it does not swing too much.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Pin every part before sewing permanently. Check the duck from the front, side, and slightly above. The expression depends on even eye spacing, centered beak placement, and softly angled brows. Keep the head full, the neck slim, and the limbs delicate. Sew the flower crown securely but lightly so it rests naturally on the head.

Care Notes

Display the finished duck away from strong moisture and direct sunlight. If gifting to a child, ensure all sewn parts are reinforced securely, especially the eyes, flower crown, and small appliqués. Decorative details like the bee and tiny flowers should be stitched firmly for safety and durability.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Head is larger than body and evenly stuffed
• Beak is centered and slightly curved downward
• Arms are slim and hang below bib level
• Legs are straight and equal length
• Overalls fit snugly and bib is centered
• Bag strap sits diagonally across front
• Flower crown is balanced and neat
• All floral appliqués are stitched securely

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Spot clean gently with a damp cloth and mild soap when needed. Do not machine wash unless all parts are firmly secured and your yarn allows it. Reshape while drying and lay flat on a towel. Store in a dust-free area, and avoid crushing the crown, bag, and beak to preserve the original form.