[Finished product] Squirrel Plush Little Squirrel Crochet

$39.00

Description

Description

Squirrels are energetic and playful creatures known for their bushy tails and acrobatic movements as they leap from tree to tree. Often associated with autumn as they gather nuts, they are beloved animals that symbolize resourcefulness and preparation. Crocheting a cute squirrel amigurumi will capture the charm of these delightful little critters and make a great addition to your collection.

How to Crochet a Cute Squirrel

Materials Needed:

Yarn: Brown (for the body), light brown or beige (for the belly and details), and black (for the nose).
Crochet hook: 2.5 mm or suitable for your yarn.
Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill.
Tapestry needle: For sewing and weaving in ends.
Safety eyes: 6 mm or 8 mm.
Stitch marker: To keep track of rounds.
Scissors.

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
FO: Fasten off

Head and Body:

With brown yarn (head):
- MR, 6 sc into the ring (6).
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch (12).
- Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
- Round 4: 2 sc, inc around (24).
- Rounds 5-10: Sc in each stitch (24).
- Round 11: 2 sc, dec around (18).
- Insert safety eyes between rounds 8-9, 6 stitches apart.
- Round 12: 1 sc, dec around (12).
- Round 13: Dec around (6).
- FO, and stuff the head firmly.
With brown yarn (body):
- MR, 6 sc into the ring (6).
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch (12).
- Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
- Round 4: 2 sc, inc around (24).
- Rounds 5-10: Sc in each stitch (24).
- Round 11: 2 sc, dec around (18).
- Round 12: 1 sc, dec around (12).
- FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the body firmly.

Ears (Make 2):

With brown yarn:
- MR, 4 sc into the ring (4).
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch (8).
- Rounds 3-4: Sc in each stitch (8).
- FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Arms (Make 2):

With brown yarn:
- MR, 6 sc into the ring (6).
- Rounds 2-6: Sc in each stitch (6).
- FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff the arms.

Legs (Make 2):

With brown yarn:
- MR, 6 sc into the ring (6).
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch (12).
- Rounds 3-5: Sc in each stitch (12).
- FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff the legs.

Tail:

With brown yarn:
- MR, 6 sc into the ring (6).
- Round 2: Inc in each stitch (12).
- Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
- Rounds 4-10: Sc in each stitch (18).
- FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff the tail and sew it to the back of the body.

Belly Patch:

With light brown yarn:
- Ch 5, starting from the second chain from the hook, sc in each stitch (4).
- Ch 1, turn, 1 sc in each stitch (4).
- FO, and sew the belly patch to the front of the body.

Assembly:

Sew the head to the body.
Attach the ears to the top of the head.
Sew the arms on the sides of the body, and the legs at the bottom.
Attach the tail to the back of the body.
Embroider a small nose with black yarn.

Conclusion

Now your cute little squirrel is complete, ready to charm with its big bushy tail and playful demeanor. Whether you’re using it as a toy or a decoration, this adorable amigurumi squirrel will definitely bring a smile to anyone’s face! Happy crocheting!

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Squirrel Plush Little Squirrel Crochet