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Crochet Pear Amigurumi | DIY Play Food Pattern

🍐 Crochet Pear Amigurumi | DIY Play Food Pattern

Make this adorable crochet pear to add to your kids’ play kitchen, market bag set, or seasonal decor! This beginner-friendly pattern uses basic stitches and includes a small crocheted stem with I-cord detailing. Scroll down for the full video tutorial and step-by-step instructions!

🧵 Materials Needed:

4-ply cotton yarn (light green for body, dark green for stem)
3 mm crochet hook
Stitch marker
Fiberfill
Tapestry needle & scissors

🧶 Crochet Pear Pattern (Based on Video Script)

🍃 Stem (I-Cord Style):
- Use dark green yarn
- Leave a long tail and start with a slip knot
- Wrap tail over needle, yarn over, pull through both loops → repeat 5 times
- Total 6 rounds to create a cord
- ch 1, fasten off leaving long tail to sew to body

🍐 Pear Body:
Use light green yarn.

  





Round 1: Magic Ring, ch 1, 6 sc into ring (6)
Round 2: inc in each st (12)
Round 3: 1 sc in each st (12)
Round 4: (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
Round 5: 1 sc in each st (18)





Round 6: (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
Rounds 7-8: 1 sc in each st (24)
Round 9: (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
Rounds 10-12: 1 sc in each st (30)
  




Round 13: (2 sc, inc, 2 sc) × 6 (36)
Round 14: (5 sc, inc) × 6 (42)
Round 15: (3 sc, inc, 3 sc) × 6 (48)
Rounds 16–19: 1 sc in each st (48)
  




Stuff stem into top center and secure before continuing.
  




Round 20: (3 sc, inv dec, 3 sc) × 6 (42)
Round 21: 1 sc in each st (42)
Round 22: (5 sc, inv dec) × 6 (36)
Round 23: 1 sc in each st (36)
  




Round 24: (2 sc, inv dec, 2 sc) × 6 (30)
Round 25: (3 sc, inv dec) × 6 (24)
Round 26: (1 sc, inv dec, 1 sc) × 6 (18)

🧸 Stuff firmly with fiberfill

Round 27: (1 sc, inv dec) × 6 (12)
Round 28: inv dec × 6 (6)
- Fasten off with tail
- Weave tail through front loops of remaining 6 sts
- Pull tight to close, secure with knot, and hide tail






✅ Optional: Add safety eyes or embroider a face for extra cuteness!

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Crochet Mango Leaf Applique Door Hanging

🍃 Crochet Mango Leaf | Indian Home Decor Appliqué

This beautiful crochet mango leaf is perfect for traditional Indian decorations like pooja room décor, torans (door hangings), or garlands. The use of front and back post double crochets adds elegant texture and a central ridge that mimics the natural leaf vein. Let's walk through this step-by-step beginner-friendly tutorial.

🧵 Materials Required:

Worsted weight 4-ply acrylic yarn (green)
4 mm crochet hook
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Scissors

🧶 Crochet Written Pattern – Mango Leaf

🔰 Base Chain:
- ch 7 (mark 7th chain)
- ch 2 (mark 2nd chain as first stitch of Row 1)

Row 1:
- dc in marked 7th ch
- dc2tog across next 2 ch
- 1 dc
- dc2tog across next 2 ch
- 2 dc in last ch (increase)
  




Row 2:
- ch 2, mark 2nd ch, turn
- Work all stitches in BLO
- dc inc in 1st st
- dc2tog in next 2 sts
- Front Post dc around next st
- dc2tog in next 2 sts
- 2 dc in last marked st
  




Row 3:
- ch 2, mark 2nd ch, turn
- dc inc in 1st st (BLO)
- dc2tog across next 2 sts
- Back Post dc around center ridge st
- dc2tog across next 2 sts
- 2 dc in last st
Repeat:
- Repeat Rows 2 & 3 alternately till Row 6
- This forms the full size of the leaf
  




Row 7 (Tapering Leaf Tip):
- ch 2, mark, turn
- skip 1st st
- dc2tog
- Back Post dc
- dc2tog
- 1 dc in last st (5 sts total)
  




Row 8:
- ch 1, turn (don’t count as stitch)
- dc2tog
- Front Post dc
- dc2tog over last st
Row 9:
- ch 1, turn
- dc3tog over all 3 remaining sts (into BLO only)

🔚 Fasten Off & Finish:
- Trim yarn leaving tail
- Use tapestry needle to weave in both tail ends securely

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Crochet Amigurumi Onion | Cute Veggie Toy Pattern

🧅 Crochet Amigurumi Onion | Cute Veggie Toy Pattern

This adorable crochet onion is the latest in our veggie play set collection! It’s beginner-friendly, fun to make, and super cute for play kitchens, market bags, nursery props, or gifts. In this tutorial, you’ll make both the body of the onion and its leafy green top in two simple steps.

🧵 Materials Used:

4 ply cotton yarn (green for leaves, pink or cream for body)
3 mm crochet hook
Fiberfill for stuffing
Tapestry needle
Stitch marker
Brown yarn for root tassels
Black stones or embroidery thread for eyes
Fabric glue (optional)

🧶 Written Pattern – Crochet Amigurumi Onion

🧅 Crochet Amigurumi Onion – Accurate Written Pattern Based on Video Subtitles

🌿 Green Onion Top (Spring Onion Loops):

Make 3 loops as follows:

1. ch 6, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in each remaining 4 ch (5 sl sts total)

2. Repeat the same for next two loops:

ch 5 → 5 sl sts

ch 6 → 5 sl sts

3. After making all 3 loops, chain 1 and fasten off with a long tail.

4. Tie both tail ends into a knot to shape the spring onion top.

👉 Optional: You can make 4 or 5 tops by repeating this pattern.

🧅 Onion Body:

Yarn Color: Pink or Light Purple

Hook Size: 3mm

Round 1:

Start with a Magic Ring, ch 1, make 6 sc into the ring. (6 sts)

Do not join. Work in continuous rounds using a stitch marker.

Round 2:

1 sc in each st around. (6)

Round 3:

inc in each st around. (12)

Round 4:

1 sc in each st around. (12)

Round 5:

(1 sc, inc) × 6. (18)

🪴 Attach Spring Onion Top:

Now use yarn needle to attach green onion top to the center of Round 5.

Round 6:

1 sc in each st around. (18)

Round 7:

(1 sc, inc, 1 sc) × 6. (24)

Round 8:

(3 sc, inc) × 6. (30)

Round 9:

(2 sc, inc, 2 sc) × 6. (36)

Round 10:

(5 sc, inc) × 6. (42)

Rounds 11–13:

1 sc in each st around. (42)

Round 14:

(5 sc, inv dec) × 6. (36)

Round 15:

(2 sc, inv dec, 2 sc) × 6. (30)

Round 16:

(2 sc, inv dec) × 6. (24)

Round 17:

(1 sc, inv dec, 1 sc) × 6. (18)

Round 18:

(1 sc, inv dec) × 6. (12)

🧸 Stuff the onion firmly with fiberfill before closing.

Round 19:

inv dec × 6. (6)

Finish:

Use yarn needle to weave through front loops of remaining 6 sts and pull tight to close. Fasten off and weave in tail securely.

🌱 Roots (Tassel Base):

1. Wrap brown yarn around 2 fingers ~4–5 times.

2. Tie at center and trim loops to make a mini tassel.

3. Attach to bottom of onion using a yarn needle.

4. Tease and trim the ends to resemble roots.

😊 Face Embellishments (Optional):

Attach black stones/safety eyes OR embroider small eyes with black thread.

Add a cute smile using embroidery floss or glue felt shapes.

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🥔 Potato Amigurumi | Easy Crochet Play Food Pattern for Beginners

Crochet Potato Amigurumi | Cute Veggie Toy for Kids Basket

In this tutorial, we’ll make a soft, adorable crochet potato amigurumi—a perfect play food toy for toddlers or to decorate a veggie basket. This pattern uses only single crochet, increases, and invisible decreases, making it super beginner-friendly.

Materials Needed:

4 ply 100% cotton yarn (light brown)
3 mm crochet hook
Fiberfill stuffing
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Stitch marker (optional but helpful)

Written Pattern – Crochet Potato

R1: Start with a magic ring, 6 sc into ring (6)
R2: inc in each st around (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
R6–8: sc in each st (30)
R9: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
R10: (8 sc, inc) x 4 (40)
R11–15: sc in each st (40)
R16: (3 sc, inv dec) x 8 (32)
R17: sc in each st (32)
R18: (2 sc, inv dec) x 8 (24)
R19: (2 sc, inv dec) x 6 (18)
R20: (1 sc, inv dec) x 6 (12)
Stuff firmly
R21: inv dec x 6 (6)

Finish: sl st to next st, ch 1, leave long tail.
Use tail with tapestry needle to close and add dents for realism.

Shaping Tips:

Use invisible decreases for a smooth finish
Use leftover tail to add dents and sculpt shape
Can add eyes or embroidery for extra detail

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Crochet Chessboard | Easy DIY Board Pattern to Complete Your Set

Complete your handmade Chess Set with this simple and beautiful Crochet Chessboard! This checkerboard mat is made using double crochet and color changes to alternate squares. It’s beginner-friendly, and a perfect finish to your 7-part crochet chess series!

Materials Required:

4 ply cotton yarn – 2 contrasting colors (e.g. black & white)
3 mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Scissors

Written Pattern – Crochet Chessboard

Make 32 squares in Color A and 32 squares in Color B.

Each square:
- ch 11
- Row 1: dc in 3rd ch from hook, dc across (9 dc)
- Row 2–5: ch 2, turn, dc in each st (9 dc)

Make 64 squares total.

Arrange the squares in alternating color pattern:
- 8 squares per row x 8 rows = 64 total

Use tapestry needle or whip stitch to join:
- First assemble rows horizontally
- Then join the rows vertically

Optional: Add border:
- sc around entire board using Color A or contrast color
- Add 3 sc in each corner

Finishing Touches:

Block the board with light steam to straighten edges
Sew felt or backing fabric underneath for extra support

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Crochet Knight for Chess Set | Amigurumi Horse Head Chess Piece

Crochet Chess Knight Pattern – DIY KraftZ

Welcome to DIY KraftZ! In this tutorial, we walk you through the complete step-by-step instructions to create your very own Crochet Chess Knight. This project is part of our handmade Crochet Chess Set, combining creativity with a strategic twist. The Knight piece is made in two parts—body and head—and finished with elegant detailing. Perfect for crochet lovers, DIY enthusiasts, or those looking to craft a personalized gift.

🧵 Materials Needed

4-ply cotton yarn
3 mm crochet hook
Embroidery thread (for mane detailing)
1.25 mm crochet hook (for mane)
Fiberfill (for stuffing)
Tapestry needle or yarn needle
Optional: Metal washer for base support

🪡 Crochet Knight Pattern

✨ Body Part

Start with a Magic Ring
Round 1: Chain 1, 6 SC into ring, slip stitch to first stitch.
Round 2: Chain 1, 6 SC, slip stitch.
Round 3: Chain 1, (Inc, 2 SC, Inc, SC, Inc), slip stitch. (9 SC)
Round 4: Chain 1, (Inc, SC, Inv Dec, SC, Inv Dec, SC, Inc), slip stitch. (9 SC)
Round 5: Chain 1, (Inc, SC, Inv Dec, SC, Inv Dec, SC, Inc), slip stitch. (9 SC)

Round 6: Chain 1, Inc, 7 SC, Inc, slip stitch. (11 SC)
Round 7: Chain 1, Inc, 9 SC, Inc, slip stitch. (13 SC)
Round 8: Chain 1, Inc, 11 SC, Inc, slip stitch. (15 SC)
Round 9: Chain 1, 15 SC, slip stitch.
Round 10: Chain 1, 3 Inv Dec, 3 SC, 3 Inv Dec, slip stitch. (9 SC)

Round 11: Chain 1, 9 SC, slip stitch.
Stuff the body part with fiberfill.
Round 12: Chain 1, (SC, Inc, Inc) × 3, slip stitch. (15 SC)
Round 13: Chain 1, 15 SC, slip stitch.
Round 14: Chain 1, (4 SC, Inc) × 3, slip stitch. (18 SC)
Rounds 15–16: Chain 1, 18 SC, slip stitch.
Round 17: Work in BLO. (SC, Dec) × 6, slip stitch. (12 SC)
Stuff base and middle of the Knight.
Round 18: Chain 1, 6 Inv Dec, slip stitch. (6 SC)
Fasten off, leave a long tail. Weave through front loops to close, knot and secure.

🧠 Head Part

Magic Ring, Chain 1
Round 1: 4 SC into ring, slip stitch.
Round 2: Chain 1, 4 SC, slip stitch.
Round 3: Chain 1, Inc, 2 SC, Inc, slip stitch. (6 SC)
Round 4: Chain 1, 6 SC, slip stitch. Fasten off and leave long tail.
Attach head to body using yarn needle. Align increases facing upward.

🎠 Detailing – Horse Mane

Use embroidery thread with 1.25 mm hook.
Attach slip knot at back of Knight's head.
Chain 4, slip stitch to next stitch. Repeat across reference line to top of head.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Optional: Add additional rows of mane for enhanced look.

📌 Final Touch

Make 4 Knight pieces—2 in each color.
Attach washer to bottom for stability using hot glue or sewing.

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🌟 Tips & Variations

Maintain tight tension for better shape.
Use contrasting color for mane for elegant highlights.
Light stuffing recommended in head for plushier finish.

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Crochet King for Chess Set | Regal Amigurumi Pattern with Crown Top

Crochet Chess King Pattern – DIY KraftZ

Crochet Chess King – Step-by-Step Amigurumi Pattern

Welcome to the official DIY KraftZ crochet tutorial blog post! In this guide, I’ll show you how to make your own handmade Crochet Chess King using cotton yarn and simple stitches. This elegant King forms part of a full chess set we're building together!

Get your 4-ply cotton yarn, 3mm crochet hook, fiberfill, and a touch of royalty ready 👑

🧵 Crochet Chess King – Written Pattern

Note: We work in joined rounds (not spirals), using chain one to begin each row.

👑 Head Section

Start with a magic ring, chain 1. Make 5 sc in ring, pull tight. Sl st to first stitch. (5)
Row 2: 2 sc in each st around. Sl st. (10)
Row 3: (sc, inc) x5. Sl st. (15)
Row 4: Back loops only – sc in each st around. Sl st. (15)
Row 5: (3 sc, invisible decrease) x3. Sl st. (12)

Row 6: (2 sc, invisible decrease) x3. Sl st. (9)
Row 7: (sc, invisible decrease) x3. Sl st. (6)
Stuff head firmly with fiberfill.
Row 8: Front loops only – 2 sc in each st. Sl st. (12)
Row 9: Back loops only – sc in each st. Sl st. (12)
Row 10: Back loops – (sc2tog) x6. Sl st. (6)

👗 Neck & Body Section

Row 11: Front loops – sc in each st. Sl st. (6)
Row 12: (sc, inc) x3. Sl st. (9)
Row 13 & 14: sc in each st around. Sl st. (9)
Row 15: (2 sc, inc) x3. Sl st. (12)

Row 16 & 17: sc in each st. Sl st. (12)
Stuff body and shape firmly.
Row 18: (3 sc, inc) x3. Sl st. (15)
Row 19: sc in each st. Sl st. (15)
Row 20: (4 sc, inc) x3. Sl st. (18)
Row 21 & 22: sc in each st. Sl st. (18)

🧩 Base Closing

Row 23: Back loops – (sc, sc2tog) x6. Sl st. (12)
Stuff base firmly and shape.
Row 24: Front loops – (invisible decrease) x6. Sl st, chain 1, fasten off.

🌟 Finishing Touches

Using yarn needle, draw tail through front loops of Row 24 and cinch tightly.
Insert needle through base and out through top to flatten the base and create vertical tension.
Secure with knots and weave in ends.

🎀 Decorative Border (Row 4 Detail)

Use embroidery thread and 1.25mm hook.
Join into Row 4’s front loops with slip knot.
Chain 1, sc around including the tail end. Sl st to close, fasten off, weave in ends.

🧸 Pom-Pom Crown

Wrap embroidery thread 4–5 times around finger. Remove, tie tightly with separate thread.
Trim ends to shape and fluff with needle to create a rounded pom-pom.
Attach to top of King with yarn needle and secure with knots.

♟️ Complete Your Set

Make two Kings—one white, one dark color—and add washers at the base for support. Stay tuned for patterns of the Queen, Bishop, Rook and more!

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Crochet Queen for Chess Set | Amigurumi Pattern with Crown Shaping

Crochet Chess Queen Pattern – DIY KraftZ

🧶 Crochet Chess Queen Tutorial – DIY KraftZ 👑

Welcome to the Crochet Chess Set series! In this tutorial, you’ll learn to crochet a stunning queen using 4-ply cotton yarn and a 3mm hook. The queen’s shape, detailing, and finish make it a perfect addition to your handmade chessboard.

🧵 Materials Required

4-ply cotton yarn
3mm crochet hook
Embroidery thread (for detailing)
1.25mm hook (for detailing)
Fiberfill for stuffing
Yarn needle
Washers or weights (for bottom)
Hot glue gun (optional)

📋 Written Pattern Instructions

Round 1: Magic ring, ch 1, 6 SC in ring. SL ST to first stitch. [6]

Round 2: Ch 1, 1 SC in each st around. SL ST. [6]

Round 3: *1 SC, 1 increase* x3. SL ST. [9]

Round 4: *1 SC, increase, increase* x3. SL ST. [15]

Round 5: Work 1 SC in back loops only. SL ST. [15]

Round 6: *3 SC, invisible decrease* x3. SL ST. [12]

Round 7: *2 SC, invisible decrease* x3. SL ST. [9]

Round 8: *1 SC, invisible decrease* x3. SL ST. [6]

🧵 Stuff the head firmly to maintain shape.

Round 9: Work 6 increases into front loops only. SL ST. [12]

Round 10: 1 SC in back loops only around. SL ST. [12]

Round 11: 6 invisible decreases in back loops. SL ST. [6]

🧵 Stuff body and neck firmly.

Round 12: 1 SC in each st around. SL ST. [6]

Round 13: *1 SC, 1 increase* x3. SL ST. [9]

Rounds 14–15: 1 SC in each st. SL ST each round. [9]

Round 16: *2 SC, 1 increase* x3. SL ST. [12]

Round 17: 1 SC in each st. SL ST. [12]

Round 18: *3 SC, 1 increase* x3. SL ST. [15]

🧵 Stuff body joint and check for shape.

Round 19: 1 SC in each st. SL ST. [15]

Round 20: *4 SC, 1 increase* x3. SL ST. [18]

Round 21: 1 SC in each st. SL ST. [18]

Round 22: *1 SC, 1 decrease (back loops)* x6. SL ST. [12]

🧵 Stuff completely for full body support.

Round 23: 6 invisible decreases (front loops). SL ST. Fasten off and leave long tail.

🎀 Finishing & Detailing

Using a yarn needle, insert tail through front loops of last row and pull to close opening.
Secure with knot, run needle bottom to top through the body center.
Trim excess yarn after knotting the top.
Work detailing on leftover front loops from Round 4 using embroidery thread and 1.25mm hook:
- Ch 4–5, SL ST into same stitch, SC into next, SL ST again, repeat.
- Continue around until full decorative edging is formed.

Final Touch: Add small weights or washers to the base and glue/sew for stability.

📢 Notes & Tips

Make 2 queen pieces, one in each color for your chess set.
Use even stuffing and proper tension for clean shaping.
Detailed rounds with front/back loop work enhance the look and structure.

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Crochet Bishop for Chess Set | DIY Amigurumi Pattern for Beginners

Create this elegant crochet Bishop piece with this easy step-by-step tutorial. This is the third video in our original 7-part crochet Chess Set series, designed for beginners using basic amigurumi techniques. You’ll learn how to work single crochet increases, shaping, and adding the bishop’s signature top!

Materials Used:

4 ply cotton yarn – bishop color
3 mm crochet hook
Stitch marker
Fiberfill stuffing
Tapestry needle & scissors

Written Pattern – Crochet Bishop

R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc x 6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5–7: 1 sc in each st (24)
R8: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
R9: 1 sc in each st (18)
R10: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Stuff the base

R11: BLO - 1 sc in each st (12)
R12: 1 sc in each st (12)
R13: (2 sc, inc) x 4 (16)
R14: (3 sc, inc) x 4 (20)
R15–17: 1 sc in each st (20)
R18: (3 sc, dec) x 4 (16)
R19: (2 sc, dec) x 4 (12)
R20: (1 sc, dec) x 4 (8)
R21: 1 sc in each st (8)
R22: inc x 8 (16)

Stuff firmly again

R23–24: 1 sc in each st (16)
R25: sl st, ch 1, fasten off

Final Touch:

Use a tapestry needle to embroider a simple slit on the top to represent the bishop’s classic mitered hat shape.
You can shape the top by gently squeezing and forming while stuffing.

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Crochet Rook for Chess Set | Easy Amigurumi Chess Set Pattern

Crochet Rook for Chess Set | Easy Amigurumi Chess Pattern

Build your crochet Rook piece with this easy amigurumi tower pattern – perfect for your handmade DIY Chess Set! This project continues our 7-part crochet chess series and teaches how to shape a strong, defined rook using just single crochet and increases/decreases.

Materials Used:

4 ply cotton yarn (any chess piece color)
3 mm crochet hook
Fiberfill stuffing
Tapestry needle
Scissors & stitch marker

Written Pattern – Crochet Rook

R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc x 6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5–7: 1 sc in each st (24)
R8: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
R9: 1 sc in each st (18)
R10: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)

Stuff the base

R11: BLO - 1 sc in each st (12)
R12–15: 1 sc in each st (12)
R16: (2 sc, inc) x 4 (16)
R17–19: 1 sc in each st (16)
R20: (2 sc, dec) x 4 (12)
R21: (1 sc, dec) x 4 (8)
R22: 1 sc in each st (8)

Stuff again if needed

R23: (1 sc, inc) x 4 (12)
R24: (2 sc, inc) x 4 (16)
R25: (3 sc, inc) x 4 (20)

Final round (castle top):
*ch 3, sl st in same st, sl st next* — repeat around

Finishing: Fasten off and weave in end through top stitches. Lightly shape base and tower. The ch-3 spikes give the rook its iconic top!

Customization Tips:

Use stiffer yarn or surface slip stitch for extra definition
Color-code or embroider the base for each side

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Crochet Pawn for Chess Set | Easy Amigurumi Piece for Beginners

Make your own adorable crochet pawn with this beginner-friendly pattern as part of a complete DIY Chess Set! This amigurumi-style piece is worked in continuous rounds and is perfect for learning basic shape-building and decreasing techniques. Let’s start hooking!

Materials Used:

4 ply cotton yarn – any color for pawn
3 mm crochet hook
Stitch marker
Fiberfill stuffing
Tapestry needle & scissors

Written Pattern – Crochet Pawn

R1: MR, 6 sc (6)
R2: inc x 6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
R5–7: 1 sc in each st (24)
R8: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
R9: 1 sc in each st (18)
R10: (1 sc, dec) x 6 (12)
R11: 1 sc in each st (12)

Stuff the base firmly

R12: BLO - 1 sc in each st (12)
R13: 1 sc in each st (12)
R14: (2 sc, inc) x 4 (16)
R15: (3 sc, inc) x 4 (20)
R16–18: 1 sc in each st (20)
R19: (3 sc, dec) x 4 (16)
R20: (2 sc, dec) x 4 (12)
R21: (1 sc, dec) x 4 (8)
R22: dec x 4 (4)

Finishing: Fasten off and use a tapestry needle to close the top neatly. Shape your pawn by gently pressing and tugging the base and neck.

Customization Tips:

Use different yarn shades to make a black and white set
Add a stitch detail or bead to identify each side
Light stuffing makes it soft and squeezable for kids

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Beginner Crochet Tutorial: How to Make a Teddy Bear | Mr. Teddy, the Bear

Meet Mr. Teddy – the cutest crochet companion for Easter, gifting, or nursery decor! This beginner-friendly amigurumi bear is worked in parts and assembled with simple stitches. Grab your yarn and hook, and let’s stitch up a little buddy together!

Materials Needed:

4 ply cotton yarn – Orange, Blue, Yellow, White
3 mm crochet hook
Stitch marker
Fiberfill stuffing
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Black embroidery thread or safety eyes
Glue (optional)

Written Pattern – Mr. Teddy the Bear

Note: All parts are worked in continuous rounds unless otherwise mentioned. Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round.

1. Arms (Make 2):

- MR, ch 1
- R1: 4 sc
- R2: (inc) x 4 = 8 sc
- Sl st, ch 1, fasten off with a long tail for sewing

2. Ears (Make 2):

- MR, ch 1
- R1: 6 sc
- R2: (sc, inc) x 3 = 9 sc
- R3–4: 9 sc
- Sl st, fasten off

3. Muzzle:

- MR, 6 sc
- R2: (inc) x 6 = 12 sc
- Sl st, fasten off with a long tail

4. Bow:

- Ch 3, in 1st ch:
  2 hdc, ch 2, sl st (first side)
  Ch 2, 2 hdc, ch 2, sl st (second side)
- Wrap tail around center to form bow shape

5. Cap:

- MR, 6 sc
- R2–3: 6 sc
- R4: BLO, (inc) x 6 = 12 sc
- Sl st, ch 1, fasten off with tail

6. Body:

- MR, 8 sc
- R2: (inc) x 8 = 16 sc
- R3: (sc, inc) x 8 = 24 sc
- R4: 24 sc
- R5: (5 sc, inc) x 4 = 28 sc
- R6: 28 sc
- R7: (3 sc, inc, 3 sc) x 4 = 32 sc
- R8: 32 sc
- R9: (7 sc, inc) x 4 = 36 sc
- R10: 36 sc
- R11: (4 sc, inc, 4 sc) x 4 = 40 sc
- R12: 40 sc
- Change color to Blue
- R13: (9 sc, inc) x 4 = 44 sc
- R14: 44 sc
- R15: (5 sc, inc, 5 sc) x 4 = 48 sc
- R16–21: 48 sc
- R22: (5 sc, dec, 5 sc) x 4 = 44 sc
- R23: (9 sc, dec) x 4 = 40 sc
- R24: (4 sc, dec, 4 sc) x 4 = 36 sc
- R25: (4 sc, dec) x 5 = 30 sc
- R26: (3 sc, dec) x 6 = 24 sc
- R27: (2 sc, dec) x 6 = 18 sc
- R28: (sc, dec) x 6 = 12 sc
- Add stuffing
- R29: (dec) x 6 = 6 sc
- Fasten off, close and hide yarn

Assembly Guide:

- Attach arms between R13–14, 14 stitches apart
- Ears at R3–5
- Muzzle from R5–9
- Eyes between R6–7 (6 sts apart)
- Cap between R1–5
- Bow just below muzzle on R13
- Sew or glue all parts in place securely

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Amigurumi Dumbbell Toy with Step-by-Step Free Pattern

Crochet Dumbbells – Amigurumi Toy with Step-by-Step Free Pattern

Looking for a quick and quirky amigurumi project? Try these crochet dumbbells – a fun and soft handmade toy perfect for babies, decor, or even as a quirky gift! This beginner-friendly pattern is worked in the round using basic stitches and is a great stash buster too.

Materials Needed:

4 ply cotton yarn – Grey
3 mm crochet hook
Fiberfill stuffing
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle
Scissors

Written Pattern – Crochet Dumbbells

1. Start with the End Cap:

- MR, ch 1
- R1: 8 sc in ring (8)
- R2: (inc) x 8 (16)
- R3: (sc, inc) x 8 (24)
- R4: (2 sc, inc) x 8 (32)
- R5: 32 sc
- R6: Back loops only – 32 sc

2. Build the First Ball Side:

- R7–10: 32 sc
- R11: BLO – 32 sc
- R12: (2 sc, inv dec) x 8 (24)
- R13: (sc, inv dec) x 8 (16)
- Add stuffing to one side

3. Form the Dumbbell Handle:

- R14: FLO – 16 sc
- R15–26: 16 sc
- Stuff the center as needed

4. Second End Cap & Shaping:

- R27: FLO – 16 sc
- R28: (sc, inc) x 8 (24)
- R29: (2 sc, inc) x 8 (32)
- R30: BLO – 32 sc
- R31–34: 32 sc
- R35: BLO – 32 sc
- R36: 32 sc

5. Tapering Down:

- R37: (2 sc, inv dec) x 6 (24)
- R38: (sc, inv dec) x 6 (16)
- Add stuffing
- R39: (inv dec) x 8 (8)

6. Finishing Touch:

Use tapestry needle to weave the yarn through front loops of the last 8 stitches. Pull to close the opening. Knot securely. To shape both ends flat, pull yarn through center using a long needle and secure both sides with a knot. Adjust the stuffing and trim excess yarn.

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🐰 Mrs. Bunny Amigurumi Tutorial – Crochet Your Easter Companion! 🌸

Get ready to meet your new handmade Easter friend – Mrs. Bunny! In this tutorial, you'll learn how to crochet a sweet amigurumi bunny step-by-step using basic stitches. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned crocheter, this project is a fun and rewarding make, perfect for Easter or gifting.

Materials Needed:

4 ply cotton yarn – White, Red, Yellow
3 mm crochet hook
Stitch marker
Fiberfill stuffing
Tapestry needle
Blush (optional, for cheek highlights)
Scissors

Written Pattern – Mrs. Bunny Amigurumi

This pattern is based on the subtitles and steps shared in the video. Follow along with each section to complete your Mrs. Bunny.

1. Arms (Make 2):

- Magic ring with white yarn, ch 1
- R1: 4 sc in magic ring
- R2: (inc) x 4 – 8 sc
- R3: 8 sc around
- sl st, ch 1, leave long tail for sewing
- Use starting tail as stuffing

2. Ears (Make 2):

- MR, 6 sc into ring
- R2: (inc) x 6 – 12 sc
- R3-5: 12 sc
- R6: (sc, dec) x 4 – 8 sc
- R7-8: 8 sc
- sl st, ch 1, leave long tail

3. Bow:

- Using yellow yarn, ch 3
- Into 1st ch: 2 hdc, ch 2, sl st (1st half)
- ch 2, 2 hdc, ch 2, sl st (2nd half)
- ch 1, trim tail and wrap around center

4. Base (Body):

- MR, 8 sc
- R2: (inc) x 8 – 16 sc
- R3: (sc, inc) x 8 – 24 sc
- R4: 24 sc
- R5: (5 sc, inc) x 4 – 28 sc
- R6: 28 sc
- R7: (3 sc, inc, 3 sc) x 4 – 32 sc
- R8: 32 sc
- R9: (7 sc, inc) x 4 – 36 sc
- R10: 36 sc
- R11: (4 sc, inc, 4 sc) x 4 – 40 sc
- R12: 40 sc
- R13: Change to red, (9 sc, inc) x 4 – 44 sc
- R14: 44 sc
- R15: (5 sc, inc, 5 sc) x 4 – 48 sc
- R16–21: 48 sc
- R22: (5 sc, dec, 5 sc) x 4 – 44 sc
- R23: (9 sc, dec) x 4 – 40 sc
- R24: (4 sc, dec, 4 sc) x 4 – 36 sc
- R25: (4 sc, dec) x 5 – 30 sc
- R26: (3 sc, dec) x 6 – 24 sc
- R27: (2 sc, dec) x 6 – 18 sc
- Add stuffing

5. Assembly:

Attach arms across R13–14, ears on R3–4, bow near the ear, and eyes between R6–7. Use red yarn for nose detailing. Secure all ends and hide inside.

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6. Final Rounds:

- R28: (sc, dec) x 6 – 12 sc
- R29: (dec) x 6 – 6 sc
- Close the top, weave tail through front loops, pull tight, knot, and hide thread.

Finishing Touch:

Use pink blush to highlight the cheeks and ears for an adorable finish. Your Mrs. Bunny is now complete! Pair it with Mr. Bear for a sweet couple idea!

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Carrot Amigurumi | Step by Step for Beginners with written Pattern

How to Crochet Amigurumi Carrot - Step by Step Tutorial

Learn how to crochet an adorable amigurumi carrot with this easy-to-follow tutorial and written pattern.

Materials Needed

Cotton 4ply yarn
3mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
Fiber fill for stuffing

Abbreviations Used

MR - Magic ring
SS - Slip stitch
Sc - Single crochet
Inc - Increase (two stitches in the same stitch)
Inv dec - Invisible decrease (insert the hook into the front loops of the next two stitches, then make a single crochet)
Fo - Fasten off

Pattern

Greens (Leaves)

Start with green yarn and a slip knot.

Ch 7, skip the first stitch from the hook, make 6 slip stitches.
Ch 6, skip the first stitch, make 5 slip stitches.
Ch 7, skip the first stitch, make 6 slip stitches.

Now you have 3 stems for the greens. If you need more, simply add more stems.

Fasten off, leaving a tail to attach the greens to the top of the carrot.

Carrot

Start with a magic ring.

R1: 6 sc (6)
R2: Inc × 6 (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
R4: (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
R5: 1 sc each (24)
R6: (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
R7 - R10: 1 sc each (30)
R11: (4 sc, inv dec, 4 sc) × 3 (27)
R12 - R14: 1 sc each (27)

<Add stuffing here>
R15: (7 sc, inv dec) × 3 (24)
R16 - R17: 1 sc each (24)
R18: (3 sc, inv dec, 3 sc) × 3 (21)
R19 - R20: 1 sc each (21)
R21: (5 sc, inv dec) × 3 (18)
R22 - R24: 1 sc each (18)

<Add fiberfill stuffing here>
R25: (2 sc, inv dec, 2 sc) × 3 (15)
R26 - R27: 1 sc each (15)
R28: (3 sc, inv dec) × 3 (12)
R29 - R30: 1 sc each (12)

<Add stuffing here>
R31: (2 sc, inv dec) × 3 (9)
R32 - R33: 1 sc each (9)
R34: (1 sc, inv dec) × 3 (6)

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Finishing

Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Using a tapestry needle, weave the tail through the front loops of the last round, pull tight to close the opening.
Weave in the ends.

Your adorable amigurumi carrot is ready! Happy Crocheting!

Super Cute Sheep Finger Puppet - Easy Crochet Pattern

Super Cute Sheep Finger Puppet - Easy Step-by-Step Crochet Pattern

Looking for a fun and adorable crochet project? This Sheep Finger Puppet is the perfect choice! Ideal for storytelling, playtime, or as a cute handmade gift. Follow along with this easy step-by-step pattern to create your own fluffy sheep.

Materials Needed:

White and black cotton yarn (lightweight or worsted)
Crochet hook (3mm or appropriate for your yarn)
Tapestry needle
Fiberfill stuffing
Scissors
Stitch marker (optional)

Abbreviations:

MR - Magic Ring
SC - Single Crochet
INC - Increase (2 SC in one stitch)
DEC - Decrease (invisible decrease)
SL ST - Slip Stitch
CH - Chain

Pattern Instructions:

Head & Body

Using white yarn:

1. Make a MR, CH 1, and work 6 SC into the ring. (6)
2. INC in each stitch around. (12)
3. (SC, INC) repeat around. (18)
4. (2 SC, INC) repeat around. (24)
5. Work even (24 SC) for 5 rounds.

6. (2 SC, DEC) repeat around. (18)
7. (SC, DEC) repeat around. (12)
8. Stuff lightly with fiberfill.
9. DEC around. (6) Close and weave in the ends.

Ears (Make 2)

Using black yarn:

1. Make a MR, CH 1, and work 4 SC into the ring. (4)
2. Work even for 2 rounds.
3. SL ST to finish, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Legs (Make 4)

Using black yarn:

1. Make a MR, CH 1, and work 5 SC into the ring. (5)
2. Work even for 3 rounds.
3. SL ST to finish, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Assembly:

- Sew the ears on either side of the head.
- Attach the legs to the bottom of the body.
- Use black yarn or embroidery thread to stitch small eyes.

Final Touch:

Your cute crochet sheep finger puppet is now complete! You can customize it with different yarn colors or add tiny embellishments for extra cuteness.

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