A363 Amigurumi Galah

How to Crochet the Amigurimi Galah

Crochet a characterful galah amigurumi with a pink body, white head, grey beak, wings, tail and detailed clawed feet. The head and body are worked as one piece in continuous spirals, with the remaining components made separately and sewn into position.

The finished galah measures approximately 17cm high when sitting.

Measurements

Yarn Required

Crochet Hook

A 3.00mm crochet hook or size needed so that no holes appear in sts through which stuffing may show.

Requirements

• Wool needle for sewing up.
• 12mm safety eyes or 2 small black buttons.
• Lincraft siliconised stuffing premium soft fill.
• A stitch marker (optional).

Tension

Tension is not important for this project.

Special Abbreviations

mr = magic ring (alternatively 3ch, sl st into beg ch and dc into ring).

FLO = front loop only.

BLO = back loop only.

HEAD/BODY (worked from top of Head to bottom of Body as one piece in continuous spirals)

Using 3.00mm hook and C1, work 6dc into mr.

1st round: Inc once in each dc … 12dc.

2nd round: [1dc in next dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 18dc.

3rd round: [1dc in each of next 2dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 24dc.

4th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

5th round: [1dc in each of next 3dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 30dc.

6th round: [1dc in each of next 4dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 36dc.

7th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

8th round: [1dc in each of next 5dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 42dc.

9th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

Change to MC.

10th round: [1dc in each of next 6dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 48dc.

11th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

Rep 11th round once.

13th round: [1dc in each of next 7dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 54dc.

14th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

15th round: [1dc in each of next 8dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 60dc.

16th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

17th round: [1dc in each of next 8dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 54dc.

18th round: [1dc in each of next 7dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 48dc.

19th round: [1dc in each of next 2dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 12 times … 36dc.

20th round: [1dc in each of next 4dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 30dc.

Insert safety eyes between rounds 9 and 10, approx 12 sts apart.

Beg to stuff. Cont to stuff as you go.

21st round: [1dc in each of next 3dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 24dc.

22nd round: [1dc in each of next 2dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 18dc.

23rd round: 1dc in each dc to end.

24th round: [1dc in each of next 2dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 24dc.

25th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

26th round: [1dc in each of next 3dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 30dc.

27th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

28th round: [1dc in each of next 4dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 36dc.

29th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

30th round: [1dc in each of next 5dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 42dc.

31st round: 1dc in each dc to end.

32nd round: [1dc in each of next 6dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 48dc.

33rd round: 1dc in each dc to end.

34th round: [1dc in each of next 7dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 54dc.

35th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

Rep 35th round 10 times.

46th round: [1dc in each of next 7dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 48dc.

47th round: [1dc in each of next 6dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 42dc.

48th round: [1dc in each of next 5dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 36dc.

49th round: [1dc in next dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 12 times … 24dc.

50th round: [1dc in each of next 2dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 18dc.

51st round: [1dc in next dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 12dc.

52nd round: [1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 6dc.

Complete stuffing. Using the tail of yarn, thread in and out around the last few decs and gently pull hole closed.

BEAK (worked in continuous spirals)

Using 3.00mm hook and C2, make 2ch.

1st round: 4dc in 2nd ch from hook … 4dc.

2nd round: 1dc in each dc to end. 3rd round: Inc in each of next 2dc, 1dc in each of next 2dc ... 6dc.

4th round: 1dc in each of next 2dc, inc in each of next 3dc, 1dc in next dc … 9dc.

5th round: 1htr in each of next 2dc, [1dc in next dc, inc in next dc] twice, 1dc in next dc, 1htr in each of next 2dc … 11 sts.

6th round: 1htr in each of next 3 sts … 3htr.

Leave rem sts unworked.

Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing.

HEAD FEATHERS (make 3 - worked in continuous spirals)

Using 3.00mm hook and C1, work 6dc into mr.

1st round: [Inc in next dc, 1dc in each of next 2dc] twice … 8dc.

2nd round: 1dc in each dc to end.

Rep 2nd round 3 times.

Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing.

TAIL (worked in continuous spirals)

Using 3.00mm hook and C2, work 6dc into mr.

1st round: 1dc in each dc to end.

2nd round: [1dc in next dc, inc in next dc] 3 times … 9dc.

3rd round: 1dc in each dc to end.

4th round: [1dc in each of next 2dc, inc in next dc] 3 times … 12dc.

5th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

Rep 5th round twice.

8th round: [1dc in each of next 3dc, inc in next dc] 3 times … 15dc.

9th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

Rep 9th round twice.

12th round: [1dc in each of next 4dc, inc in next dc] 3 times … 18dc.

13th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

14th round: [1dc in each of next 5dc, inc in next dc] 3 times … 21dc.

15th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

16th round: [1dc in each of next 6dc, inc in next dc] 3 times … 24dc.

17th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

18th round: [1dc in each of next 3dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 30dc.

19th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

Rep 19th round twice.

Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing.

FEET (make 2)

Using 3.00mm hook and C2, work 6dc into mr.

1st round: Inc once in each dc … 12dc.

2nd round: Creating the Claws. Work in FLO: 1dc in each of next 3dc, inc in next dc, 7ch, 1dc in 2nd ch from hook, 1dc in each of next 5ch, inc in next dc, 7ch, 1dc in 2nd ch from hook, 1dc in each of next 5ch, 1dc in each of next 6dc, 6ch, 1dc in 2nd ch from hook, 1dc in each of next 4ch, 1dc in next dc.

Fasten off.

3rd round: Attach C2 to any BLO from 2nd round. Work in BLO: 1dc in each dc to end … 12dc.

4th round: [1dc in next dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 4 times … 8dc.

5th round: 1dc in each dc to end.

Stuff gently.

Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing.

WINGS (make 2 - worked in continuous spirals)

Using 3.00mm hook and C2, work 6dc into mr.

1st round: 1dc in each dc to end.

2nd round: [Inc in next dc, 1dc in each of next 2dc] twice … 8dc.

4th round: [Inc in next dc, 1dc in each of next 3dc] twice … 10dc.

6th round: [Inc in next dc, 1dc in each of next 4dc] twice … 12dc.

8th round: [Inc in next dc, 1dc in each of next 5dc] twice … 14dc.

10th round: [Inc in next dc, 1dc in each of next 6dc] twice … 16dc.

12th round: [Inc in next dc, 1dc in each of next 7dc] twice … 18dc.

14th round: [Inc in next dc, 1dc in each of next 8dc] twice … 20dc.

16th round: [Inc in next dc, 1dc in each of next 9dc] twice … 22dc.

18th round: [Inc in next dc, 1dc in each of next 10dc] twice … 24dc.

20th round: [1dc in each of next 3dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 30dc.

21st round: [1dc in each of next 4dc, inc in next dc] 6 times … 36dc.

22nd round: 1dc in each dc to end.

Rep 22nd round twice.

25th round: [1dc in each of next 4dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 30dc.

26th round: [1dc in each of next 3dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 24dc.

27th round: [1dc in each of next 2dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 18dc.

28th round: [1dc in next dc, 1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 12dc.

29th round: [1dc over next 2dc] 6 times … 6dc.

Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing.

FINISHING

Stuff Beak lightly. Sew Beak to centre of Face between rounds 8 and 13. Flatten Head Feathers and whip stitch end closed. Sew centrally to top of Head. Stuff Tail and sew to bottom rear of Body between rounds 38 and 47. Flatten Wings. A natural concave will form in the top half of Wing. Sew to sides of Body, angled slightly down with the hollow against the Body, between rounds 26 and 39. Stuff the concave of Wing lightly as you go. Do not sew down the Wing tip. Sew Feet with 2 toes facing forward to front bottom of Body between rounds 40 and 50.

Optional: To straighten Claws on Feet, block by spraying with water and stand Galah on a towel in the sun to dry. Pin Claws flat if necessary.

Sew in all ends.

Alternative Yarns

The original pattern uses Lincraft DK 8ply yarn. When choosing an alternative, select an 8ply or equivalent yarn that creates a firm fabric when worked with a 3.00mm crochet hook, or adjust the hook size so that no holes appear through which stuffing may show.

Suitable Yarn Types

• 8ply acrylic yarn – durable, easy-care and available in suitable pink, white and grey shades.
• 8ply cotton yarn – creates a firmer fabric with clear stitch definition.
• 8ply cotton-acrylic blend – combines structure with a softer feel and easier care.
• 8ply wool blend – creates a softer amigurumi with a warmer natural finish.
• Machine-washable 8ply yarn – a practical option where easier care is preferred.

Customisation Ideas

• Adjust the pink shade from pale blush to deeper galah pink while retaining the original colour placement.
• Use a darker grey for the wings, tail, feet and beak for stronger contrast.
• Embroider the eyes instead of using safety eyes or buttons where appropriate.
• Add subtle embroidered feather details to the wings after assembly.
• Create a matching pair using slightly different pink and grey colour combinations.

To retain the original proportions and assembly positions, keep all stitch counts, round counts and placement instructions unchanged when making decorative customisations.

Care Instructions

Follow the washing and care instructions provided on the ball band of the yarn used.

1. Ensure the beak, head feathers, wings, tail and feet are securely attached before use.
2. Check safety eyes or buttons regularly to ensure they remain firmly attached.
3. Use gentle washing appropriate for the selected yarn and stuffing.
4. Avoid excessive heat that may damage synthetic yarn, stuffing or safety eyes.
5. Gently reshape the galah and claws after washing.
6. Allow the amigurumi to dry completely before storing or using again.