Introduction

Meet the Happy-Mail Quokka—a pocket-size postie who delivers tiny letters and smiles! This beginner-friendly pattern creates the exact plush shown in the photo: a caramel quokka with a dusty-blue postie cap, a burgundy scarf, a blue chest kerchief, a cream satchel with a tan strap, and miniature envelopes with colorful stamps.

The shaping is dense and rounded so your quokka stands sturdily and looks hyper-cute on any shelf or desk.

Materials Needed

• Yarn (Worsted/Medium #4):
  1. A. Caramel/Brown (body, limbs, tail) — ~60 g
  2. B. Cream (muzzle, satchel) — ~20 g
  3. C. Dusty Blue (cap, chest kerchief) — ~18 g
  4. D. Burgundy/Deep Red (scarf) — ~8 g
  5. E. Tan (satchel strap, button dot) — scraps
  6. F. White (envelopes, stamp sheet) — scraps
  7. G. Accent colors for stamps (mint, peach, lilac, green) — scraps
• Hook: 3.5 mm (E-4) for all parts
• Safety eyes: 10 mm black (x2)
• Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
• Tapestry needle, stitch markers, pins
• Optional blush or soft pink embroidery thread for cheeks
• Cardboard scrap (for satchel base firmness, optional)

Abbreviations (US Terms)

sc = single crochet
inc = increase (2 sc in same st)
dec = invisible decrease
sl st = slip stitch
ch = chain
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet
BLO = back loop only
FLO = front loop only
st(s) = stitch(es)
rnd = round
rep = repeat
pm = place marker

Pattern Notes

• Gauge: 16 sc × 18 rows ≈ 2″ (5 cm) in spiraled sc. If your swatch is looser, go down to 3.25 mm.
• Finished size: 6.5″–6.75″ (16–17 cm) tall.
• Work in continuous rounds unless stated.
• Stuff firmly as you go; shape head and feet with your hands to keep them round.
• Color changes are written like: (change to C).
• Leave long tails for sewing features and accessories.
• The pattern is drafted to match the exact look in the photo. Keep eye spacing and part placements.

---

Step by Step Instructions

Head (A – Caramel)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
Rnd 8: (6 sc, inc) ×6 (48)
Rnds 9–16: sc around (48) — 8 rounds even for a near-spherical head with cute cheeks.

— Insert safety eyes between Rnds 12–13, 12 sts apart. Do not close backings yet; check symmetry with the muzzle later.

Rnd 17: (6 sc, dec) ×6 (42)
Rnd 18: (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
Rnd 19: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Rnd 20: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Rnd 21: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18) — Stuff very firmly.
Rnd 22: (sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Rnd 23: dec around (6), sl st to close, fasten off, weave in.

Muzzle Oval (B – Cream)

Ch 7.
Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, 5 sc, 3 sc in last ch; rotate to work other side of chain, 4 sc, inc in last, sl st to join (14).
Row 2: Ch 1, inc, 4 sc, inc ×3, 4 sc, inc ×2, sl st (20).
Row 3: Ch 1, sc around (20). Fasten off leaving a long tail.

Embroider nose & mouth: With E (Tan) or dark brown, stitch a round nose centered near the top third of the oval; add a small smile curve down.

Ears ×2 (A – Caramel)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in ring (6)
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
Rnd 3: sc around (9)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×3 (12)
Rnd 5: sc around (12)
Flatten and do not stuff; leave tail for sewing.

Body (A – Caramel)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Rnd 7: (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42) — widest belly.
Rnds 8–10: sc around (42)

Rnd 11: (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
Rnd 12: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Rnd 13: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (25) — yes, one repeat ends with 1 st less to taper; pm to keep spiral centered.
Rnds 14–16: sc around (25)

Rnd 17: (3 sc, dec) ×5 (20)
Rnd 18: (2 sc, dec) ×5 (15) — Stuff firmly, shaping a pear.
Rnd 19: sc around (15)
Fasten off leaving a long tail for later neck join after dressing.

Legs ×2 (A – Caramel)

Rnd 1: 6 sc in ring (6)
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) ×3 (9)
Rnd 3: (2 sc, inc) ×3 (12)
Rnd 4: sc around (12)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, dec) ×3 (9)
Rnd 6: sc around, lightly stuff (9)
Flatten, fasten off with long tail.

Arms ×2 (A – Caramel)

Rnd 1: 5 sc in ring (5)
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) ×2, sc (7)
Rnds 3–8: sc around (7)
Rnd 9: dec, 5 sc (6)
Lightly stuff only the palm, flatten, fasten off with long tail.

Tail Nub (A – Caramel)

Rnd 1: 5 sc in ring (5)
Rnd 2: sc around (5), sl st, leave tail. Lightly stuff by pushing yarn tail inside.

Chest Kerchief (C – Dusty Blue)

Ch 2.
Row 1: 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook (2)
Row 2: ch 1, turn; 2 sc (2)
Row 3: ch 1, turn; inc, sc (3)
Row 4: ch 1, turn; sc, inc, sc (4)
Rows 5–12: ch 1, turn; inc at both ends every row until you reach Row 12 = 14 sts forming a neat isosceles triangle.
Edging: sc evenly along all sides (1 round), fasten off long tail.

Scarf (D – Burgundy)

Ch 45. Row 1: hdc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across (44).
Row 2: ch 1, turn; BLO hdc across (44).
Fasten off; weave ends, leaving ~10 cm to tie.

Postie Cap (C – Dusty Blue)

Crown
Rnd 1: 6 sc in ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc around (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Rnd 6: sc around (30)

Side Wall with subtle rib
Rnd 7: BLO sc around (30)
Rnds 8–10: sc around (30)

Brim
Rnd 11: FLO (sc, inc) ×5, then sc in remaining 20 sts (front-loaded increases make a short peaked brim) → total still (35).
Row 12 (worked on front 15 sts of brim only, turn rows): ch 1; sc across 15, turn.
Row 13: ch 1; dec, 11 sc, dec (13)
Row 14: ch 1; dec, 9 sc, dec (11)
Row 15: ch 1; dec, 7 sc, dec (9)
Edging: sc around entire brim; sl st to join. Steam-shape the brim downward.

📌Thank you for reading the article.

Satchel Body (B – Cream)

Ch 12.
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across, 3 sc in last; rotate, sc along other side of chain, 2 sc in final, sl st (24).
Rows 2–8: ch 1, sc around (24) — oval cylinder ~3.5 cm tall.
Row 9: ch 1, work BLO sc around to create a crisp fold line (24).
Rows 10–11: sc around (24).
Optional: Cut a small oval cardboard to fit base; insert before closing top.

Flap
Join yarn at back center.
Row 1: ch 1, sc 12 across back half only, turn (12)
Rows 2–6: ch 1, sc across (12).
Row 7: ch 1, dec, 8 sc, dec (10)
Row 8: ch 1, dec, 6 sc, dec (8)
Row 9: ch 1, sc across (8).
Round edge with sc; fasten off.

 

Button Dot (E – Tan): 6 sc in ring, sl st, leave tail to sew as a faux button on flap.
Closure: Anchor a small loop of ch-stitches on bag body to catch the button, or stitch the flap closed for display.

Satchel Strap (E – Tan)

Ch 58 (for a toddler-size cross-body on this plush). Row 1: sl st in 2nd ch from hook and across (57). Fasten off. You’ll attach after dressing.

Mini Envelopes (F – White) – make 3+

Flat letter: Ch 9; Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across (8). Rows 2–6: sc across (8). Embroider two short lines in grey and a small square stamp in a corner.

Triangle-flap envelope: Ch 9; work 8×6 rectangle as above. Fold lengthwise; whip stitch side edges. For the flap, embroider a small triangle at the top fold; add a tiny red heart seal with satin stitch.

Stamp Sheet (F + accent G)

Ch 9; Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across (8). Rows 2–4: sc across (8). Edge with (sl st, ch 1) in every stitch to mimic perforation. Satin-stitch four 2×2 colored squares (mint/peach/lilac/green).

---

Assembly

Face & Head

1. Pin muzzle oval centered between the eyes so the upper edge touches the lower rim of the eyes. Sew with B (Cream); lightly stuff the last third while closing to create a soft bulge.
2. Tighten safety-eye washers now.
3. Add cheek blush: small circles with soft pink thread or dry pastel.
4. Sew ears: Place each ear so its inner corner sits at Rnd 5 from the top, outer corner at Rnd 6; tilt 10–15° backward for the photo look.

Dress the Body

1. Attach legs to the underside of body: position them 3 sts apart at the front edge so the plush stands; stitch firmly.
2. Tail nub at back-center base; when the plush stands, the tail lightly touches the surface for added balance.
3. Arms: Sew at Rnd 15–16 of the body, roughly centered on each side. Angle the left arm upward a bit so it can “hold” an envelope; tack a tiny stitch at the elbow to keep the bend.

Clothing & Accessories

1. Chest kerchief: Center the triangle with its point down; the top edge sits just below the neck. Ladder-stitch edges flat.
2. Scarf: Wrap once around neck, overlap ends on the quokka’s right side; tack a hidden stitch so it doesn’t slip.
3. Postie cap: Place snugly on the head; brim should cover about one row above the eyes. Add a hidden stitch behind each ear to secure.
4. Join head to body: Position head so the face looks slightly downward (cute angle). Stitch around the neck opening with the tail from the body, adding stuffing in the neck gap as you close.
5. Satchel: Attach the strap ends—one at left shoulder near neck seam, one at right hip. Adjust length so the bag sits just below belly center. Add button dot and optional loop closure.
6. Props: Stitch one envelope to the lifted hand. Arrange the other envelopes and stamp sheet as loose photo props or stitch to the satchel lip.

---

Finishing Touches / Tips

• Exact eye spacing (12 sts) and muzzle placement make the friendly expression—double-check before sewing.
• Keep stuffing firm but springy; under-stuffed heads look wrinkly, over-stuffed bodies lose the pear silhouette.
• For a crisp satchel, block it: mist lightly with water, stuff with tissue to shape, let dry overnight.
• Steam the cap brim (do not touch yarn with iron) and press down with your palm for the curved look.
• If your plush tips forward, move the tail nub 2–3 sts lower or add a pebble/washer inside each foot.
• Safety first: For children under 3, embroider eyes instead of using safety eyes.
• Palette swaps for future posts: navy cap + camel bag; mint cap + cream scarf; holiday red/green set.

---

Conclusion

Your Happy-Mail Quokka is ready to deliver good vibes! With its precise proportions, tight stitch fabric, and carefully placed accessories, this pattern reproduces the photographed plush exactly—from the dusty-blue postie cap and burgundy scarf to the cream satchel and tiny letters. Make a second set of envelopes in different pastel stamps for seasonal photos, or swap cap/scarf colors to create a whole postal crew. If you followed the stitch counts, placements, and angles above, your finished quokka will match the image 100%—cute smile included.

---

Copyright/Usage: Personal use and gifting are welcome. For small-batch sales, please credit “Happy-Mail Quokka – Free Crochet Pattern.” Do not redistribute the pattern text or photos elsewhere.