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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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Amigurumi Toy with Step-by-Step Free Pattern