Amigurumi Swan Pattern Guide ​1. Body (Basket Section) ​The body starts like a classic amigurumi ball but with a flat base and rising sides. ​Start: Begin with a Magic Ring (MR) and 6 Single Crochet (sc). ​Base: Increase regularly in each round (6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48 \dots) until you reach your desired base width. ​Transition: Once the base is finished, work one round in Back Loops Only (BLO); this creates a sharp edge for the body to rise upwards. ​Sides: Continue working even (no increases) for several rounds until it forms a basket shape. ​Stuffing: Fill with fiberfill, but keep the center slightly indented where the wings will be attached. ​2. Neck and Head ​This is the most characteristic part with its elegant curve. ​Head: Start with 6 sc in a MR. Increase to 12 or 18 sc. Work even for 3-4 rounds. ​Neck: Decrease the stitch count to 10 or 12 sc. ​Curving (Crucial Step): To create the "S" curve, you must increase on one side while decreasing on the opposite side in the same round. ​Example: Increase 2-3 stitches at the front, and decrease 2-3 stitches at the back. This naturally tilts the crochet. ​Stability: Stuff firmly. You may insert a safe, bendable wire inside to help maintain the shape.

​3. Beak and Eyes ​Beak: Using orange yarn, crochet a small cone (start with 6 sc, increase to 9 sc, and finish). ​Detailing: Use black yarn to embroider a small band or "mask" where the beak meets the head. ​Eyes: Using black embroidery thread, stitch elegant, closed "u-shaped" eyes as seen in the reference. ​4. Wings (Lace Appearance) ​Wings are added to the body later or crocheted directly onto the surface. ​Structure: Crochet two semi-circles or ovals. ​Edging (Shell Stitch): To create the picot/lace look on the edges: ​In the same stitch: 1 sc, 1 hdc (half double crochet), 2 dc (double crochet), 1 hdc, 1 sc. This creates a "fan" or "shell" pattern. ​Assembly: Sew them symmetrically to both sides of the body. ​5. Base Mat (Doily Style) ​The circular piece the swan sits on: ​Crochet a wide circle alternating between white and blue yarn. ​In the final round, use the same shell/fan stitch from the wings to create a decorative lace border. ​Assembly & Pro Tips ​Balance: To prevent the swan from tipping forward, you can place a small weight (like clean pebbles in a secure pouch) at the bottom of the body before stuffing. ​Stitching: Use invisible stitches when attaching the neck to ensure it looks seamless and stays upright. ​Symmetry: Use pins to mark the eye positions before embroidering; symmetry is key for this elegant model.