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Deaths Head Hawk Moth Amigurumi Pattern

Deaths Head Hawk Moth Amigurumi Pattern
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Deaths Head Hawk Moth Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a Deaths Head Hawk Moth amigurumi with a detachable skull mask and a wing suit. It combines small amigurumi shaping with flat wing pieces that are assembled into layered wings. Techniques include invisible decreases, standing stitches, working in front/back loops and color changes for the striped caterpillar body.

Deaths Head Hawk Moth Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Detailed tutorials and step-by-step photos are included for tricky techniques and finishing. The pattern uses sport/baby weight cotton and small hook sizes for a neat, compact finish.

Why You'll Love This Deaths Head Hawk Moth Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it mixes classic amigurumi shaping with flat crochet pieces to create a wearable wing suit for a tiny caterpillar. The skull mask detail is playful and gives the moth its iconic look while the colorwork on the body teaches useful tips for carrying and changing colors. I enjoy how versatile the wings are; you can make different color palettes or embroidery to personalize each moth. The step-by-step photos and tutorials make it satisfying to see each part come together into a charming finished piece.

Deaths Head Hawk Moth Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Deaths Head Hawk Moth Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Deaths Head Hawk Moth Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Deaths Head Hawk Moth Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how many ways you can customize this pattern: change the color palette of the body stripes to create different species-inspired moths or whimsical fantasy versions.

You can make the wings larger or smaller by adjusting the foundation chain and the number of rows, or switch to thicker yarn and a larger hook for a chunky, cuddly version.

I often add embroidered veins or beads to the wings for extra texture — try metallic thread for a subtle shimmer or tonal embroidery to emphasize the wing shape.

For a poseable version, consider adding thin craft wire inside the wing belt or inside the body to shape antennae and hold wing angles.

I sometimes make tiny outfits or accessories — a little crochet scarf, a tiny crown, or felt accents on the skull mask — to give the moth extra personality.

Try using variegated yarn for the body or wings to get natural-looking color variation without changing colors each round.

If youre making this for a child, swap safety eyes for embroidered eyes and securely sew on all small parts to ensure safety.

To make a miniature keychain version, use thinner yarn, a smaller hook, and attach a small keyring to the wing belt before finishing.

I encourage experimenting with different fibers: cotton gives crisp stitches and defined shaping, while wool blends add a softer, fuzzier look that suits moth textures.

Finally, mix and match the large and small wing patterns to create asymmetrical or fanciful wing shapes — its a fun way to make each moth unique.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping stitch markers when you start rounds will make it hard to find the round beginning; place a marker at the first stitch of each round to avoid losing track. ✗ Not stuffing evenly will cause lumpy shaping and gaps; stuff gradually, adding small amounts of stuffing as you shape and tighten each section. ✗ Cutting color threads too soon when changing colors may leave loose ends showing; carry the yarn as instructed and cut only the colors you are told to cut to keep tidy joins. ✗ Working too tight on small hooks produces a stiff fabric that is hard to assemble; if your stitches are very tight, try the next hook size up or relax your tension slightly. ✗ Forgetting to embroider or place eyes before closing the head leads to awkward placement; place safety eyes and embroider cheeks or details at the recommended rounds before final closing.

Deaths Head Hawk Moth Amigurumi Pattern

Make a charming Deaths Head Hawk Moth amigurumi with this detailed crochet pattern. Youll create a skull mask, striped caterpillar body, antennae and layered wings to assemble into a wing suit. The pattern includes stitch tutorials, color-change tips and step-by-step assembly photos to guide you. Perfect for a thoughtful handmade gift or a unique addition to your amigurumi collection.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Deaths Head Hawk Moth Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Sport/Baby weight yarn size 2 - fine, 100% mercerized cotton, 50g / 125m (2oz / 137yd), gauge 10x10 cm = 26 sts x 36 rows
  • 02
    Yarn And Colors Must Have: A white 002 Cream 10g; B sand 003 Ecru 10g; C beige 007 Cigar 10g; D black 099 Antracite 10g; E yellow 015 Mustard 10g; F blue 061 Denim 5g
  • 03
    Scheepjes Catona alternatives: A white 130 Cream 10g; B sand 505 Linen 10g; C beige 254 Moon Rock 10g; D black 110 Jet Black 10g; E yellow 208 Yellow Gold 10g; F blue 247 Bluebird 5g

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 2.25 mm (UK: 13)
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 2.5 mm (US: C/2, UK: 12)
  • 03
    2 black eyes (glass or safety eyes) Ø 7 mm / 0.28 inch
  • 04
    Polyester stuffing (Polyfiber Fill)
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    Darning needle for sewing and weaving ends
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    Pins for assembly
  • 07
    Stitch markers
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    Scissors

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— Head :

Info :

Make a magic loop from sand and work in a continuous spiral.

Round 01 :

sc 7 into magic loop (7)

Round 02 :

[inc] 7x (14)

Round 03 :

[sc 1, inc] 7x (21)

Round 04 :

sc 1, inc, [sc 2, inc] 6x, sc 1 (28)

Round 05 :

[sc 3, inc] 7x (35)

Round 06 :

sc 35

Round 07 :

sc 2, inc, [sc 4, inc] 6x, sc 2 (42)

Round 08-13 :

(6 rnds) sc 42

Round 14 :

sc 2, dec, [sc 4, dec] 6x, sc 2 (35)

Round 15 :

[dec, sc 3] 7x (28)

Info :

Place the eyes between rounds 12 and 13 with a distance of 8 sts between the eyes.

Round 16 :

sc 1, dec, [sc 2, dec] 6x, sc 1 (21)

Round 17 :

[dec, sc 1] 7x (14)

Info :

Slst 1 into the next stitch, cut the yarn and fasten off invisibly (→ Tutorial F). Stuff the head well.

— Body :

Info :

At the open end of the head find the stitch that is standing in the middle between the eyes (→ photo 01). Starting in this stitch count 8 sts (any direction) along the open end to find the stitch that is standing in the middle of the back side of the neck.

Round 18 :

Join black with a standing slst (→ Tutorial E) into the indicated 8th stitch, slst 13 (14)

Round 19 :

[sc-blo 1, inc-blo] 7x (21)

Round 20 :

change to yellow (→ Tutorial B), cut black: [sc 2, inc] 3x, sc 1, change to blue, sc 1, inc, change to yellow, [sc 2, inc] 3x (28)

Info :

TIP: Carry yellow here and throughout when changing to blue. Don’t cut blue when changing back to yellow but leave it and pull the blue thread diagonally upwards when you reach the point to change to blue again one row above.

Round 21 :

sc 13, change to blue, sc 3, change to yellow, sc 12

Round 22 :

sc 13, change to blue, sc 3, change to yellow, sc 12

Round 23 :

change to black, sc 28

Round 24 :

change to yellow (cut black), sc 13, change to blue, sc 3, change to yellow, sc 12

Round 25 :

dec, sc 2, dec, sc 1, dec, sc 2, dec, change to blue, sc 3, change to yellow, [dec, sc 2] 3x (21)

Round 26 :

[sc 1, dec] 3x, change to blue, sc 1, dec, change to yellow, [sc 1, dec] 3x (14)

Round 27 :

change to black (cut blue and yellow), slst 14

Round 28 :

[sc-flo 1, inc-flo] 7x (21)

Info :

Slst 1, cut black and close rnd invisibly (= closing stitch → Tutorial F). Stuff the upper part of the body now.

Round 29 :

Join yellow with a standing sc into the closing st (→ Tutorial E). Place marker (= new beginning of following rnds), sc 1, inc, [sc 2, inc] 2x, change to blue (carry yellow here and throughout), sc 3, change to yellow, [inc, sc 2] 3x (27)

Round 30 :

sc 12, change to blue, sc 3, change to yellow, sc 12

Round 31 :

change to black, sc 27

Round 32 :

change to yellow (cut black), sc 12, change to blue, sc 3, change to yellow, sc 12

Round 33 :

[sc 2, dec] 3x, change to blue, sc 3, change to yellow, [dec, sc 2] 3x (21)

Round 34 :

change to black, [dec, sc 1] 7x (14)

Round 35 :

slst 14

Info :

Stuff the middle part of the body.

Round 36 :

change to yellow (cut black), [sc-flo 1, inc-flo] 3x, change to blue, sc-flo 3, change to yellow, [inc-flo, sc-flo 1] 2x, inc-flo (20)

Round 37 :

sc 9, change to blue, sc 3, change to yellow, sc 8

Round 38 :

[sc 1, dec] 3x, change to blue, sc 3, change to yellow, [dec, sc 1] 2x, dec (14)

Round 39 :

[dec] 3x, change to blue, sc3tog, change to yellow, [dec] 2x, sc 1 (7)

Info :

Stuff the lower body part, then cut the yarn. Close the remaining 7 stitches through the front loops (→ Tutorial G) and weave in the ends.

— Skull Mask :

Info :

Make a magic loop from white.

Round 01 :

sc 7 into magic loop (7)

Round 02 :

[inc] 7x (14)

Round 03 :

[sc 1, inc] 7x (21)

Round 04 :

sc 1, inc, [sc 2, inc] 6x, sc 1 (28)

Round 05 :

[sc 3, inc] 7x (35)

Round 06 :

sc 35

Round 07 :

sc 2, inc, [sc 4, inc] 6x, sc 2 (42)

Round 08 :

[sc 13, inc] 3x (45)

Round 09-13 :

(5 rnds) sc 45

Info :

After rnd 13, pull the hat straight onto the head.

Round 14 :

sc 15, slst 6, sc 3, slst 6, sc 15 (51)

Round 15 :

sc 15, ch 7, sk 6, dc 1, into the next stitch: °dc 1 + ch 2 + dc 1°, dc 1, ch 7, sk 6, sc 15 (51)

Round 16 :

sc 14, sk 1, sc 8 into ch7sp, sk 2, °sc 3° into ch2sp, sk 2, sc 8 into ch7sp, sk 1, sc 14 (47)

Round 17 :

sc 14, sk 1, slst 7, into next st: °slst 1 + ch 1 + sc 1°, sc 1 into next st: °sc 1 + ch 1 + slst 1°, slst 7, sk 1, sc 14 (47)

Info :

Slst 1 into the next stitch, cut the yarn and fasten off invisibly (→ Tutorial F).

— Antennae (MAKE 2) :

Info :

Make a foundation chain of 4 ch from beige.

Round 01 :

Work into the bumps on the back of the chain, starting in the 2nd back bump (→ Tutorial C): sc 2, slst 1

Info :

Cut the yarn and fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew the antenna onto the skull hat. Sew the antennae onto the hat, between rnds 08 and 09, with a distance of 2 sts between the antennae.

— Details :

Info :

With pink yarn, embroider CHEEKS onto the skull hat as shown in photo 11.

— Wing Suit :

Info :

Each wing is made from 2 layers – PIECE 1 and PIECE 2 – assembled to become a left or a right wing.

— Large Wings PIECE 1 (MAKE 2) :

Info :

Note: The first stitch to work into at the beginning of a new row is the stitch at the base of the turning ch-4. Ch 4 at the beginning of a row count as one stitch. Ch 1 at the beginning of a row does not count as a stitch.

Round 01 :

With beige make a foundation chain of 15 ch (→ chart, page 11). Starting in the 5th ch from hook, work along the chain: °dc 2° into the 5th ch, dc 1, hdc 3, sc 3, slst 3, turn (13)

Round 02 :

ch 1, slst 3, sc 3, hdc 3, dc 2, °dc 2° into the next st, °dc 1 + tr 1° into last st (= into top of the beginning ch-4 → photo 13+14), turn (15)

Round 03 :

ch 4, dc 1 into the st at the base of the turning ch-4 (→ photo 12), °dc 2° into the next st, dc 1, hdc 3, sc 3, slst 2, leave remaining sts unworked (→ photo 15), turn (14)

Round 04 :

ch 1, slst 3, sc 3, hdc 3, dc 2, °dc 2° into the next st, °dc 1 + tr 1° into last st, turn (15)

Round 05 :

ch 3, dc 1 into the st at the base of the turning ch-3, °dc 2° into the next st, dc 3, hdc 4, sc 6, along the remaining sts of row 02 (→ photo 16): hdc 1, sc 2, slst 1 (21)

Info :

Cut the yarn and fasten off. Rotate, so that long side of the wing is up and the top side of the wing is on the left. Work into the ends of the rows along the long side (→ photo 18): join black with a standing sc (→ Tutorial E) into the end of the first row (→ photo 18), °sc 2° into the same space, °sc 3° into the end of each of the next 4 rows. Cut the yarn, fasten off and weave in all ends. Make another piece the same way.

— PIECE 2 (MAKE 2) :

Info :

Follow the instructions as given for PIECE 1 until the end of row 05. Cut the yarn and fasten off.

Info :

Turn the piece with the backside facing you. Rotate 90°, so that long side of the wing is up and the top side of the wing is on the right (→ photo 20). Work into the ends of the rows along the long side. Join black with a standing sc (→ Tutorial E) into the end of the first row (→ photo 20), °sc 2° into the same space, °sc 3° into the end of each of the next 4 rows. Cut the yarn, fasten off and weave in all ends. Make another piece the same way.

— Assembling PIECE 1 and 2 to make one Large Wing (LEFT WING) :

Info :

Hold PIECE 1 and PIECE 2 together, so that they lay flat on top of each other - PIECE 1 on top of PIECE 2. Make sure the right sides of both black rows are visible outside. Rotate 180°, so that the bottom side of the wing is up and the large top side is down, short side of the wing to the right (→ photo 22). Crochet the sts of the following rnd into the corresponding sts or spaces on both layers to connect them.

Round :

On the bottom side of the wing, join beige with a standing sc (→ Tutorial E) into the first remaining loop of the foundation chain (→ photo 23). Along the bottom side of the wing: sc 10 along the remaining loops of the foundation chains. Rotate 90°, along the long side into the black sts: sc 1, °sc 2°, sc 12, °sc 2 + ch 1°. Rotate 90°, along the top side of the wing: hdc 1 into the same space as the black sts (→ photo 24), sc 19, into the last st: °sc 1 + ch 1 + sc 1°. Rotate 90°, along the short side of the wing: sc 1 into the end of the row in the center (→ photo 25), sc 1 into the same spot as 1st stitch of the rnd. Cut the yarn with a long rest and close invisibly into first st (= standing sc) → Tutorial F.

— RIGHT WING :

Info :

Hold PIECE 1 and PIECE 2 together, so that they lay flat on top of each other - PIECE 2 on top of PIECE 1. Make sure the right sides of both black rows are visible outside - the top side of the wing is up, bottom side is down, short side points to the right (→ photo 26). Crochet the sts of the following rnd into the corresponding stitches or spaces on both layers to connect them.

Round :

On the top side of the wing, join beige with a standing sc into the first st into the first st in the right corner (→ photo 27), sc 19 along the top side, hdc 1 into the same space as the black sts (→ photo 28), ch 1. Rotate 90°, along the long side, into the black sts: °sc 2°, sc 12, °sc 2°, sc 1. Rotate 90°, along the bottom side of the wing: sc 10 along the remaining loops of the foundation chains, °sc 1 + ch 1 + sc 1° into the last st. Rotate 90°, along the short side of the wing: sc 1 into the end of the row in the center, sc 1 into the same spot as 1st stitch of the rnd. Cut the yarn with a long rest and close invisibly into first st (= standing sc) → Tutorial F.

— Small Wings (MAKE 2) :

Info :

Each wing is made from 2 layers of PIECE 3 – assembled to become a left or a right wing. Note: The first stitch to work into at the beginning of a new row is the stitch at the base of the turning ch-3. Ch 3 at the beginning of a row count as one stitch. Ch 1 at the beginning of a row does not count as a stitch.

— PIECE 3 (MAKE 4) :

Info :

With yellow make a foundation chain of 10 ch.

Round 01 :

Starting in the 4th ch from hook, work along the chain: hdc 2, sc 3, slst 2, turn (8)

Round 02 :

ch 1, slst 2, sc 2, hdc 3, °hdc 1 + dc 1° into the last st (= → photo 30), turn (9)

Round 03 :

ch 3, hdc 1 into the st at the base of the turning ch-3 (→ photo 31), hdc 1, sc 2, slst 2, leave remaining sts unworked, turn (7)

Round 04 :

ch 1, slst 2, sc 2, hdc 2, °hdc 1 + dc 1° into the last st (→ photo 32) (8)

Info :

Cut the yarn, fasten off and weave in the ends. Make 3 more C-pieces.

Assembling Two Pieces :

To make one small wing, hold two wing pieces (PIECE 3) together, so that they lay flat on top of each other - rotate 180° so that the top side is down and the short side of the wing is on the right (→ photo 33). Crochet the sts of the following rnd into the corresponding sts or spaces on both layers to connect them.

Round :

On the bottom side of the wing work into the remaining loops of the foundation chain. Join yellow with a standing sc into the first stitch (→ photo 34), sc 6 along the bottom side, change to black (→ Tutorial B, photo 35). Rotate 90°. Along the long side of the wing into the ends of the rows: °sc 1 + hdc 1 + dc 3° into the end of the first row, skip the end of the second row, °hdc 2 + dc 2° into the end of the third row, °dc 3 + hdc 1 + sc 1° into the end of the last row, change to yellow (→ photo 36). Rotate 90° along the top side of the wing: sc 7, then into the remaining sts of row 03: dc 1, hdc 1, °sc 1 + ch 1 + sc 1° into the last st (→ photo 37), ch 1. Rotate 90° along the long side into the black sts: change to black and work as shown. Cut the yarn with a long rest and fasten off.

— Details (Wing Spots & Embroidery) :

Info :

Embroider a bright spot onto each large wing using sand colored yarn. Add a black line right next to the bright spot. On the small wings embroider three black spots (→ photo 41).

— Mini Skull :

Info :

The mini skull hides the point where the wings are joined to the belt on the back of the wing suit. Make a magic loop from sand.

Round 01 :

ch 3, into the loop: dc 4, ch 4, hdc 1, ch 1, hdc 1, ch 4, close rnd with a slst into 3rd beginning-ch

Round 02 :

sc 4, sc 5 into the ch4sp, into the ch1sp: °slst 1 + ch 2 + hdc 2 + ch 2 + slst 1°, sc 5 into the ch4sp (→ photo 42)

— Wing Belt :

Info :

The wing belt – a crochet rectangle finished into a ring – is the part that the insect’s wings will be attached to, to create a wing suit that can be pulled on and off, to turn a caterpillar into a butterfly.

Round 01 :

With black make a foundation chain of 12 ch. Crochet along the chain, starting in 2nd ch from hook: slst-blo 11, turn (11)

Round 02-35 :

(34 rows) ch 1, slst-blo 11, turn

Info :

Do not fasten off! Ch 1, turn the rectangle into a ring by holding the first and last rows next to each other. Crochet together the remaining loops of the foundation chain at the bottom of the first row with the corresponding back loops of the stitches on the last row (→ photo 44 = seam). Slst the ends together stitch by stitch. Break yarn and fasten off. Weave in the ends on the inside of the belt.

— Assembling the Wing Suit :

Step 01 :

MAKING TWO PAIRS OF WINGS: Sew the top side of the small wing in front of the large wing. Their edges lay one above the other (→ photo 45+46). Weave in the ends and work the same way to make a second pair of wings.

Step 02 :

SEWING THE WINGS ONTO THE BELT: With the backside of the wings facing, sew one wing pair next to the seam of the belt (→ photo 47). Then, sew the second pair of wings onto the other side of the seam (→ photo 48).

Step 03 :

ATTACH THE SKULL: Cover the point where the wings join with the mini skull. Sew the skull onto the wings, inserting the needle around the posts of the stitches of the skull (→ photo 50).

Assembly Instructions

  • Place the skull mask (hat) onto the head after rnd 13 and fasten it invisibly; sew the antennae to the hat between rounds 08 and 09 using the long tails left from the antennae pieces.
  • Sew each small wing on top of its corresponding large wing so edges overlap (photo 45+46), then pair the two wing assemblies to make two wing pairs, weave in ends before attaching to belt.
  • Fold the wing belt rectangle into a ring and seam the foundation chain loops to the back loops of the last row stitch by stitch; then position one wing pair next to the seam and sew on securely, repeat on the other side.
  • Cover the join where the wings meet on the belt with the mini skull and sew the mini skull in place by inserting the needle around the skull posts and through the wing posts for a secure cover.
  • Position the assembled wing suit on the back of the caterpillar body and sew the belt to the body seam if desired, or leave the suit removable to turn the caterpillar into a moth.
  • Use pins to arrange wing placement, check symmetry, then sew with small whipstitches or ladder stitch and weave in all ends thoroughly for durability.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of your rounds and the start of each round, especially when working in a continuous spiral and when changing colors.
  • 💡Stuff firmly but not overfilled to maintain shape; stuff gradually and use a chopstick or stuffing tool to push fiber into small corners without distorting stitches.
  • 💡When changing colors carry the main color as instructed (do not cut) to avoid many ends and to keep color changes tidy and consistent.
  • 💡Sew parts together with matching yarn tails left long for assembly and pin pieces in place before sewing to ensure correct alignment and symmetry.

This Deaths Head Hawk Moth expansion set brings tiny skull masks, striped caterpillars and layered wings to life with delicate stitchwork and clever assembly. Make a set to turn a caterpillar into a moth, or customize colors for a personal twist. Enjoy the process of combining amigurumi shaping with flat crochet and embroidery to create a memorable handmade piece. 🧶🪡

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The finished amigurumi measures approximately 11 cm (4.3 inch) for the caterpillar body shown and the assembled wing suit width will vary depending on your tension and yarn, but expect a small decorative amigurumi suitable for display.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights but this will affect final size and hook choice; if you change yarn weight, adjust the hook size and be aware that gauges will differ.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes familiarity with single crochet, increases, decreases, working in back/front loops, and basic color changes like joining a new color in the last step of a stitch.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience level, customizations and how carefully you assemble the wings and finish details.

How do I change colors without loose ends?

Change to a new color by joining it during the final step of the last stitch of the old color so that the next stitch is already in the new color; carry colors where instructed rather than cutting to minimize tails.