[Finished product] Handmade Crochet Turtle Amigurumi

$33.13

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how to Crochet a Turtle Amigurumi – crochet tutorial, guides and patterns

Crocheting a cute turtle amigurumi is a delightful project that can be a fun addition to your collection or a lovely gift! Below is a step-by-step guide to help you create your own cute blue turtle.

Materials Needed:

  • Yarn:
    • Blue (for the turtle’s body)
    • Light blue or white (for the turtle’s shell)
    • Optional: Black or safety eyes
  • Crochet hook: 3.5mm or appropriate size for your yarn
  • Fiberfill: For stuffing
  • Yarn needle: For sewing and weaving in ends
  • Scissors: For cutting yarn

Crochet Abbreviations:

  • ch: Chain
  • sc: Single crochet
  • inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
  • dec: Decrease (sc two stitches together)
  • sl st: Slip stitch
  • MR: Magic ring

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Turtle Body

  1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring, make 6 sc into the ring (6).
  2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around (12).
  3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
  4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around (24).
  5. Round 5-8: Sc around (24) for 4 rounds to build the body length.
  6. Round 9: 2 sc, dec around (18).
  7. Round 10: Sc around (18).
  8. Round 11: 1 sc, dec around (12).
  9. Round 12: Sc around (12).
  10. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the body lightly with fiberfill.

2. Turtle Shell (Light Blue or White)

  1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring, make 6 sc into the ring (6).
  2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around (12).
  3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
  4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around (24).
  5. Round 5: Sc around (24).
  6. Round 6: 1 sc, dec around (18).
  7. Round 7: 2 sc, dec around (12).
  8. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly if desired.

3. Turtle Head

  1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring, make 6 sc into the ring (6).
  2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around (12).
  3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
  4. Round 4: Sc around (18).
  5. Round 5: 1 sc, dec around (12).
  6. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff the head.

4. Turtle Legs (Make 4)

  1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring, make 6 sc into the ring (6).
  2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around (12).
  3. Round 3: Sc around (12).
  4. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff the legs.

Assembly

  1. Attach the head: Sew the head onto the front of the turtle body.
  2. Attach the shell: Sew the shell onto the top of the turtle’s body.
  3. Attach the legs: Sew the four legs onto the sides of the turtle’s body, evenly spaced.
  4. Add eyes: You can either use safety eyes or embroider them with black yarn on the head.

Final Touches

  • Shape the turtle: You can gently reshape the body and legs for a more natural look.
  • Add details: If desired, you can add a little smile or other embellishments with yarn or embroidery.

Your adorable cute turtle amigurumi is now complete! It’s a perfect project for beginners and can be a cute decoration or gift. Enjoy your crocheting!

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