[Finished product] Handmade Crochet Cute Crocodile Hair Clip

Description

Crocodiles are fascinating reptiles known for their strong jaws, scaly skin, and impressive swimming skills. These ancient creatures have adapted to various environments, often found in freshwater habitats like rivers and lakes. In this crochet project, we’ll create a cute green crocodile that can be attached to a hair clip, making for a playful accessory that adds a touch of whimsy to any hairstyle!

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How to Crochet a Cute Crocodile Hair Clip

Materials Needed:

• Yarn:
  • Green (for the crocodile)
  • White or cream (for the teeth and belly)
  • Black (for the eyes)
• Crochet hook: 3.0-4.0 mm.
• Hair clip: A small alligator clip or similar.
• Safety eyes: 6 mm (optional).
• Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill.
• Tapestry needle: For sewing and weaving in ends.
• Scissors.

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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

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Crocodile Body:

1. With green yarn:
   • 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).
   • Round 5-10: Sc in each stitch (24).
   • Round 11: 2 sc, dec around (18).
   • Round 12: 1 sc, dec around (12).
   • Round 13: Dec around (6).
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the body slightly before closing.

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Crocodile Head:

1. With green yarn:
   • MR, 6 sc into the ring (6).
   • Round 2: Inc in each stitch (12).
   • Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
   • Round 4-5: Sc in each stitch (18).
   • Round 6: 1 sc, dec around (12).
   • Round 7: Dec around (6).
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the head lightly.

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Snout:

1. With green yarn:
   • MR, 4 sc into the ring (4).
   • Rounds 2-3: Sc in each stitch (4).
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
   • Sew the snout to the front of the head.

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Eyes (Make 2):

1. With white yarn:
   • MR, 6 sc into the ring (6).
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
   • For the pupils, use black yarn or safety eyes.
   • Sew the eyes onto the head above the snout.

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Teeth (Make 4):

1. With white yarn:
   • Ch 2, sc in the second ch from the hook (1).
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
   • Repeat to make four teeth.
   • Sew the teeth along the snout.

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Assembly:

1. Sew the head onto the body.
2. Attach the hair clip to the back of the body.
3. Secure all pieces and weave in any loose ends.

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Conclusion

Now your cute green crocodile hair clip is ready to be worn! This playful accessory is perfect for adding a bit of fun to your hairstyle or for gifting to a friend who loves unique crochet creations. Enjoy showing off your new crocodile companion!

We can also customize crochet dolls for you. Please contact us with a picture or description to tell us the style, size, color, and crochet materials you want. We can customize any crochet doll you desire, please drop us a message.

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