Bernat Blanket Seagull Stuffie

When I first designed my Mini Crochet Seagull Pattern, I knew I wanted to try it with Bernat Blanket yarn. The original version is cute and compact, making it perfect for keychains, bag charms, and small gifts. But switching to super bulky Bernat Blanket yarn transforms the same pattern into an irresistibly soft and squishy plush stuffie!

The best part? No pattern modifications were needed. I followed the exact same instructions and simply swapped the yarn and hook size. The result is a seagull that is more than twice the size of the original and full of cuddly personality.

It’s always fun to see how dramatically a project can change with a simple yarn substitution. Side by side, these two seagulls look like parent and baby birds!

The original Mini Crochet Seagull is made with Red Heart Super Saver yarn and works up quickly into a small amigurumi that fits in the palm of your hand. The Bernat Blanket version creates a plush toy that’s perfect for hugs, nursery decor, coastal-themed gifts, or simply displaying on a shelf.

For this larger version, I used:

Bernat Blanket Yarn in Vintage White and Vapor Gray
Bernat Blanket Yarn in Gold for the beak and feet
Size K Crochet Hook
15mm safety eyes
Polyfil stuffing
Tapestry needle

>>>Shop Bernat Blanket Yarn HERE on Yarnspirations.com <<<

Finished Size: 14 inches tall (including feet) x 7 inches wide (including tail)

The soft plush texture of Bernat Blanket yarn gives the seagull a completely different look and feel while still keeping all the charm of the original design.

Crochet Seagull Pattern

Beak:
with yellow yarn
Magic Ring, chain 1 and make 4 SC in ring, do not join, continue to SC in rounds
Round 2-3: SC in each stitch around, fasten off leaving tail to stitch onto head.

Head/Body (works from top down):
Starting with white yarn
Magic Ring, chain 1 and make 8 SC in ring, join, chain 1
Round 2: 2 SC in first, SC in next, repeat around, join, chain 1 (12 SC)
Round 3: 2 SC in first, SC in next 2, repeat around, join, chain 1 (16 SC)
Round 4-7: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (16 SC)
join in gray yarn
Round 8-11: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (16 SC)
Pause to add small black safety eyes between rounds 5 and 6 about 4 stitches apart.
Stitch on beak right above where the gray starts.
join back in white yarn
Round 12: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (16 SC)
Round 13: 2 SC in first three, SC around until last 3 stitches, 2 SC in last three, join, chain 1
Round 14: 2 SC in first two, SC around until last stitch 2 stitches, 2 SC in last two, join, chain 1
Start stuffing with poly-fil
Round 15-17: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (26 SC)
Round 18: SC Decrease, SC in next 4, repeat around and make a SC Decrease over last two stitches, join, chain 1
Round 19: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (21 SC)
Round 20: SC Decrease, SC in next 5, repeat around, join, chain 1
Round 21: SC Decrease, SC in next 4, repeat around, join, chain 1
Finish stuffing with polyfil.
Round 22: SC Decrease until closed

Feet (make 2):
with yellow yarn
Magic Ring, chain 1 and make 8 SC in ring, join, chain 1
Round 2: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1 (8 SC)
Round 3: SC in first 2, SC Decrease 2x, SC in last 2, join, chain 1
Round 4: SC in first 2, SC Decrease, SC in last 2, join, chain 1 (5 SC)
Round 5-7: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1
Fasten off after round 7. No need to stuff with polyfil. Stitch onto bottom of seagull.

Wings (make 2):
with gray yarn
Magic Ring, chain 1 and make 6 SC in ring, join, chain 1
Round 2: 2 SC in first, SC in next, repeat around, join, chain 1
Round 3-4: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1
Fasten off. No need to stuff. Pinch edges flat together and stitch onto either side of the seagull.

Tail Feather:
with gray yarn
Magic ring, chain 1 and make 10 SC in ring, join, chain 1
Round 2: SC in each stitch around, join, chain 1
Round 3: SC Decrease, SC in next 3, repeat around, join, chain 1
Round 4: SC Decrease, SC in next 2, repeat around, join, chain 1
Round 5: SC in each stitch around, join, fasten off leaving long tail.
No need to stuff. Pinch edges flat and stitch onto back of seagull.

Why stop at one? Create both sizes and make an entire flock of seagulls! The mini version is great for travel projects and quick gifts, while the larger stuffie makes a fun statement piece.

>>>Get the FREE Mini Seagull Pattern made with Red Heart Super Saver HERE <<<
Same pattern, different yarn!