Pattern by Annette Corsino • Video tutorials by The Knitting Tree, L.A.
If you’re in need of a little comfort, creativity, or just a seriously good chicken hug—this pattern is for you.
Originally shared as a lighthearted antidote to heavy times, the Emotional Support Chicken has become a fan-favorite knit across the fiber community. Designed by Annette Corsino of The Knitting Tree, L.A., it’s squishy, charming, and packed with personality.
The Yarny Way is proud to feature it here, with yarn suggestions that match your vibe. Scroll down for color combos, yardage info, and a helpful trio of video tutorials from Annette herself.
Materials
- Worsted or aran weight yarn
- Approx. 200–220 yards total, broken down into:
- Main body color: ~140 yards
- Contrast/stripes: ~40–60 yards
- Comb, wattle, beak: small scraps
- Stuffing: polyfill or leftover yarn bits work great!
Yarny Way Color Combos
Pride & Purl Chicken
AKA: Cluck Norris
Vanna's Choice
Rainbow combo from the Pride palette
Pick a neutral body (White, Black, or Chocolate)
Stripes in any ROYGBIV order
Celebrate love, joy, and visibility—feather by feather.
Midnight Spice
AKA: Sriracha Beak
Vanna's Choice
Brick – body, Navy + Orion Blue – contrast, Mustard + Chocolate – accents
Smoky skies and firelight colors in chicken form.
Red Raider Rally Chicken
AKA Roost Raider
Vanna's Choice
Scarlet – body, Black + White – stripes/contrast, Pale Grey – belly or wings.
Sporty, school-spirited, and bold. #WreckEm
Retro Baby Chicken
AKA Chick Jagger
Cherub Aran
Ecru – body, Goldenrod – strip, Sage - head detail, Aqua – tail or eye highlight
Vintage baby book vibes with a charming twist.
Sunset Grove Chicken
AKA: Yolko Ohno
Anchor Bay
Peach – body, Rust – stripes, Spruce – accent
Rich and earthy with an end-of-summer glow.
Whisper Sky Chicken
AKA Feather Locklear
Anchor Bay
Dusty Rose – body, Lilac – stripes, Light Blue – accents
Soft and dreamy like a painted spring morning.
Autumn Hearth Chicken
AKA: Henifer Garner
Anchor Bay
Fisherman– body, Honey + Rust– stripes, Chocolate– accent
Like a cozy fall afternoon in the coop. Just add cider.
Harvest Denim Chicken
AKA Coop Springsteen
Vanna's Choice
Linen or Taupe – body, Chocolate– base or head, Orion Blue – tail or chest stripe
Down-to-earth with denim tones and rustic texture.
🧵 Final Tips
- Use safety eyes, buttons, or embroidered circles for the eyes
- A cashmere comb or lint roller helps if your yarn fluffs or sheds
- Tag your finished projects with #YarnyWayChicken—we’d love to see your flock!
Yarn Kits Coming Soon
Want to make your own chicken without buying full skeins? Our custom-wound Yarny Way Chicken Kits include just the right amount of yarn for body, stripes, and accents. Choose from any of the combos above, and we’ll take care of the measuring and winding.
Each kit includes:
- Exact yardage of soft, squishable yarn
- QR codes to purchase the knit or crochet pattern
- Optional: Add-on Finishing Pack (safety eyes + stuffing)
All for under $30.
[Kits coming soon — stay tuned!]
Tag us with #YarnyWayChicken and show us your coop!