Derbie the Duck Mini Snuggler (Crochet Pattern)

Meet Derbie the Duck Mini Snuggler! Inspired by my original Derbie the Duck snuggler designed in 2022 and a best selling pattern.

Make a soft and snuggly handmade gift with this Duck Lovey Crochet Pattern. Featuring the sweetest duck design and adorable crochet hats, this lovey is perfect for adding personality and charm to your baby makes.

This pattern is designed to be beginner-friendly while still offering fun details that make your finished lovey feel extra special.

WHAT IS A LOVEY? 
The mini lovey (snuggler) style is designed so the finished toy has a stuffed head and an unstuffed body. This style is a mini version of my original lovey size.

WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE
• PDF crochet pattern for the duck mini lovey + PDF crochet pattern for the hats – instant download
• Step-by-step instructions with helpful photos
• A colour guide to modify your mini duck into a mallard
• Helpful videos demonstrating how to complete parts of the pattern:  work around a foundation chain, start the legs, close the head, start the body, crochet on the arms/legs.

SKILL LEVEL
Advanced beginner to intermediate
Basic stitches required (see listing photos for stitches and abbreviations)

FINISHED SIZE
Approximately 9.5” tall (NOTE: sizing is approximate as tension, yarn brand + weight may change the size)

MATERIALS NEEDED
• Super bulky weight yarn (6) for the mini duck
• Medium weight yarn (4) for the hats
• 5.5mm hook, 6.5mm hook, 7mm hook
• Fiberfill stuffing
• 12mm safety eyes
• Yarn needle

PERFECT FOR
• Farm Nursery Decor
• Spring & Easter crochet projects
• Nursery/Baby Shower Gifts
• Spring Market Tables
• Handmade heirloom keepsakes

IMPORTANT: This listing is for a PDF PATTERN ONLY for the pattern. This is NOT A FINISHED PRODUCT OR PHYSICAL ITEM. This is an English pattern written using US terminology.

If you have any questions about this pattern, please do not hesitate to contact me via email (thecosystitch@gmail.com) or Instagram (@thecosystitch).

COPYRIGHT:
Pattern by The Cosy Stitch © 2026.
All designs (patterns) and photographs included in this document are property of The Cosy Stitch Inc. You do not have permission to sell, distribute or republish this pattern, in full or in part. You may sell finished products made with this pattern, giving credit to The Cosy Stitch when listing or sharing on social media, @thecosystitch.