Reggie The Pardoned Turkey Free Pattern – A Whimsical Thanksgiving Amigurumi

Get ready to add a touch of whimsy to your Thanksgiving table with Reggie the Pardoned Turkey! This charming, plump amigurumi is the perfect project for crafters of all skill levels—especially beginners looking for a fun, rewarding make. With his festive pilgrim hat, proud fan of tail feathers, and soft, huggable shape, Reggie is destined to become a cherished centerpiece or a heartfelt handmade gift for someone special.

This free crochet pattern uses simple stitches and basic techniques, making it an ideal weekend project. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just picking up a hook for the first time, our step-by-step instructions will guide you through every round. Let's dive in and create this adorable turkey together!

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following supplies. All materials are easy to find at your local craft store or online.

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in the following colors:
  • Brown (for body, head, and wings)
  • Cream (for one tail feather)
  • Red (for wattle and one tail feather)
  • Orange (for beak and one tail feather)
  • Yellow (for one tail feather and hat band)
  • Dark blue (for pilgrim hat)
• Crochet Hook: 3.5mm (E) crochet hook
• Stitch Marker: To keep track of your rounds
• Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill or any soft stuffing of your choice
• Yarn Needle: For sewing pieces together and weaving in ends
• Safety Eyes (optional): 6mm black safety eyes, or black embroidery thread for stitched eyes
• Scissors

Gauge: Not critical for this project; aim for a tight stitch to prevent stuffing from showing. Approx. 4 sc = 1 inch.

Step-by-Step Instructions

This pattern is worked in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker to keep track of rounds. Let's start with the head and body—they're worked as one piece from the top down, which makes assembly a breeze!

Head & Body (Worked as One Piece from Top Down)

Using brown yarn:

1. R1: Magic ring, 6 sc in ring. (6)
2. R2: Inc in each st around. (12)
3. R3: (Sc in next st, inc) around. (18)
4. R4: (Sc in next 2 sts, inc) around. (24)
5. R5: (Sc in next 3 sts, inc) around. (30)
6. R6-10: Sc in each st around. (30)
7. R11: (Sc in next 3 sts, dec) around. (24)
8. R12: (Sc in next 2 sts, dec) around. (18)
9. R13: (Sc in next st, dec) around. (12)
10. Stuff head firmly.
11. R14: Dec around. (6)
12. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Weave through front loops of remaining stitches and pull tight to close. Weave in end.

Body (Starting from Bottom, Working Up)

Using brown yarn:

1. R1: Magic ring, 6 sc in ring. (6)
2. R2: Inc in each st around. (12)
3. R3: (Sc in next st, inc) around. (18)
4. R4: (Sc in next 2 sts, inc) around. (24)
5. R5: (Sc in next 3 sts, inc) around. (30)
6. R6-12: Sc in each st around. (30)
7. R13: (Sc in next 3 sts, dec) around. (24)
8. R14: (Sc in next 2 sts, dec) around. (18)
9. Stuff body firmly.
10. R15: (Sc in next st, dec) around. (12)
11. R16: Dec around. (6)
12. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Weave through front loops and pull tight. Weave in end.

Wings (Make 2)

Using brown yarn:

1. R1: Magic ring, 6 sc in ring. (6)
2. R2: (Sc in next st, inc) around. (9)
3. R3-5: Sc in each st around. (9)
4. R6: (Sc in next st, dec) around. (6)
5. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Flatten and sew to sides of body.

Tail Feathers (Make 5)

Using assorted colors (red, orange, yellow, cream, and one more color of your choice):

1. R1: Magic ring, 6 sc in ring. (6)
2. R2: Inc in each st around. (12)
3. R3: (Sc in next st, inc) around. (18)
4. R4-6: Sc in each st around. (18)
5. R7: (Sc in next st, dec) around. (12)
6. R8: (Sc in next 2 sts, dec) around. (9)
7. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Stuff lightly. Sew all feathers together at the base in a fan shape, then sew to the back of the body.

Beak & Wattle

Beak: Using orange yarn, ch 4, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Fasten off, leaving a tail. Sew to front of head.

Wattle: Using red yarn, ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Fasten off, leaving a tail. Sew just below the beak.

Pilgrim Hat

Using dark blue yarn:

1. R1: Magic ring, 6 sc in ring. (6)
2. R2: Inc in each st around. (12)
3. R3: (Sc in next st, inc) around. (18)
4. R4-6: Sc in each st around. (18)
5. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. This is the hat brim.

Hat Crown: Using dark blue yarn again, ch 6, join to form a ring. Work 6 sc in ring. (6)

1. R2: Inc in each st around. (12)
2. R3-5: Sc in each st around. (12)
3. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Sew the crown to the center of the brim. Add a yellow yarn band around the base of the crown. Sew hat to the top of the head.

Assembly

Now it's time to bring Reggie to life! Follow these final steps:

1. Sew the head to the top of the body.
2. Attach wings to the sides of the body.
3. Sew the tail feathers to the back of the body.
4. Embroider eyes with black yarn or use safety eyes (attach before sewing the head to the body for best results).
5. Weave in all ends to keep your work neat and tidy.

And there you have it—your very own Reggie the Pardoned Turkey! This delightful amigurumi is sure to bring smiles and warmth to your Thanksgiving celebration. Whether you're crafting for yourself or gifting to a loved one, Reggie is a testament to the joy of handmade creations. Happy crocheting!