Welcome, fellow yarn crafters! If you are looking to add a touch of whimsy and farmhouse charm to your home, you are going to adore this hanging goose crochet pattern. Whether you are dressing up a nursery, creating a seasonal ornament, or making a heartfelt handmade gift, this playful project is as relaxing to make as it is delightful to display.
The elongated body, dangling legs, and charming little beak make this design a true conversation piece. Grab your hook, and let’s bring this cozy little goose to life together!
Materials & Tools Needed
- Yarn: Sport or DK weight cotton yarn in White (Main Color), Orange (Beak and Feet), and a small scrap of Black for the eyes (or safety eyes).
- Crochet Hook: Size 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm (use a smaller hook than recommended for your yarn to prevent stuffing from showing).
- Notions: Stitch markers, tapestry needle, sharp scissors, and measuring tape.
- Filling: Polyester fiberfill for stuffing.
Abbreviations & Pattern Notes
- US Terminology
- MR: Magic Ring
- ch: Chain
- sc: Single Crochet
- inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- dec: Invisible Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
- sl st: Slip Stitch
- st(s): Stitch(es)
- Note: Work in continuous rounds without joining unless otherwise stated. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch of each round.
Step-by-Step Pattern Instructions
- Head & Neck: Using White yarn, start with a MR. Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6). Round 2: (inc) around (12). Round 3: (sc 1, inc) around (18). Rounds 4–6: sc around (18). Round 7: (sc 1, dec) around (12). Stuff the head firmly. Continue working down the neck for Rounds 8–15: sc around (12). Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
- Body: Using White yarn, start with a MR. Round 1: 6 sc in MR (6). Round 2: (inc) around (12). Round 3: (sc 1, inc) around (18). Round 4: (sc 2, inc) around (24). Round 5: (sc 3, inc) around (30). Rounds 6–18: sc around (30). Stuff the body firmly with fiberfill. Round 19: (sc 3, dec) around (24). Round 20: (sc 2, dec) around (18). Round 21: (dec) around until closed. Fasten off and weave in the end.
- Beak: Using Orange yarn, ch 5. Working in the second ch from hook: sc 3, sl st in last ch. Fasten off, leaving a tail to sew the beak securely to the front of the head.
- Legs (Make 2): Using Orange yarn, ch 12. Working down the chain, make 1 sl st in each ch to create a dangling, sturdy cord-like leg. Alternatively, you can chain a desired hanging length and make a tiny 3-sc foot at the bottom. Fasten off, leaving a tail.
- Assembly: Sew the neck/head securely to the top of the body. Attach the orange beak centrally on the face. Stitch the dangling legs firmly to the bottom of the body, ensuring they hang evenly. Embroider sleeping or dotted eyes with black yarn just above the beak.
Finishing & Helpful Tips
- Maintain Firm Tension: Keep your stitches tight so the fiberfill doesn’t peek through the fabric.
- Weight Distribution: Ensure the body is stuffed evenly so the finished goose hangs straight and balanced rather than tilting to one side.
- Personalize with Accessories: Add a tiny crocheted scarf or bow around the goose’s neck to match seasonal holidays or room decor!
- Easy Care: If you used 100% washable cotton yarn, you can gently spot-clean your finished goose with a damp cloth and mild soap.