Postie the Love Letter Mailbox: A Free Amigurumi Pattern to Deliver a Little Joy

Stitch up a special delivery of love with this free crochet pattern for a charming amigurumi mailbox!

Do you remember the absolute thrill of getting a real, physical letter in the mail? Not a bill or junk mail, but a letter written just for you. My grandmother used to send me cards for every little occasion, and the sight of her loopy handwriting on an envelope in our mailbox was pure magic. I wanted to capture that feeling in a little bundle of yarn, and that's how Postie was born. He’s more than just a cute decoration; he’s a little keeper of secrets and a messenger of love. The perfect project to make for someone you're thinking of, maybe even tucked next to a little friend like a tiny, smiling tomato. Let's grab our hooks and stitch up some happiness together!

Choosing Your Colors & Feelings

The colors here are just a suggestion! I went with a classic, postbox red because it feels so nostalgic and cheerful. But imagine a soft pastel blue for a baby shower gift, or a sunny yellow to brighten up a desk. The white yarn should be crisp and clean, like a fresh sheet of paper. This isn't just about following a pattern; it's about pouring your own feelings into the yarn. What story will your Postie tell?

Abbreviations

• MR: Magic Ring
• ch: Chain
• sc: Single Crochet
• inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec: Decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
• sl st: Slip Stitch
• BLO: Back Loop Only
• rep: Repeat

Assembly Instructions

1. First, let's give Postie his final shape! Press down on the top of the body to create a slightly flatter, arched opening, matching the mailbox shape.
2. Now for the door. Position the light blue flap on the front of the mailbox, right on top of the white stripe. Using blue yarn, sew the top edge of the flap to the body to create a hinge.
3. With a small piece of yellow yarn, embroider a tiny circle or French knot onto the middle of the door flap to act as a little knob.
4. These little details are what bring our friends to life, aren't they? It's the same magic that makes creations like Puddles the tiny duck so charming!
5. Finally, tuck your tiny envelope just inside the flap, ready for its special delivery.

Pro Tips

• To help Postie stand tall and not wobble, cut a small circle of plastic canvas or sturdy cardboard that fits the base and place it inside before you finish stuffing.
• Want to make it even more personal? Use embroidery floss to add a tiny initial or a heart onto the front of the envelope.
• When you change colors, try to do it on the last yarn over of the stitch before the change. This makes the transition so much cleaner!

About the Author

Clara Miliano is a coffee-fueled, yarn-obsessed creator who believes that making things by hand is a form of magic. She finds joy in turning a simple ball of yarn into a character with a story, sharing her cozy creations from her little studio in the Italian countryside.