[Finished Produc] Crochet Amigurumi Handmade Dolphin for Keychains or Bag Charms

$19.03

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how to crochet a cute dolphin – crochet guides, tutorial and patterns

Crocheting a cute dolphin is a fun and simple project! Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you create your own adorable dolphin amigurumi.

Materials:

  • Yarn:
    • Blue for the dolphin’s body
    • Light blue or white for the belly
  • Crochet hook: 3.0mm or 3.5mm (depending on yarn weight)
  • Polyester fiberfill: For stuffing
  • Safety eyes: 6mm (or use black embroidery thread)
  • Yarn needle
  • Scissors
  • Keychain ring: To attach the dolphin

Crochet Stitches Used:

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

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Dolphin Body (Blue Yarn)

  1. Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6).
  2. Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (12).
  3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
  4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around (24).
  5. Round 5-6: Sc around (24).
  6. Round 7: 2 sc, dec around (18).
  7. Round 8: 1 sc, dec around (12).
  8. Round 9: Dec around (6).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

2. Dolphin Belly (Light Blue or White Yarn)

  1. Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6).
  2. Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (12).
  3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
  4. Round 4: Sc around (18).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

3. Dolphin Fins (Make 2, Blue Yarn)

  1. Ch 6:
  2. Row 1: Starting from the 2nd chain from the hook, sc in each chain (5).
  3. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc, inc across (7).
  4. Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc, dec across (5).
  5. Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc, dec across (3).
  6. Row 5: Ch 1, turn, dec (1), fasten off.

4. Dolphin Tail (Blue Yarn)

  1. Ch 6:
  2. Row 1: Starting from the 2nd chain from the hook, sc in each chain (5).
  3. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc, inc across (7).
  4. Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc, dec across (5).
  5. Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc, dec across (3).
  6. Row 5: Ch 1, turn, dec (1), fasten off.

5. Dolphin Eyes (Make 2, Safety Eyes or Black Yarn)

  • Option 1: Attach safety eyes to the head, positioned above the snout.
  • Option 2: Use black yarn or embroidery thread to create eyes by stitching them onto the head.

Assembly:

  1. Attach the Belly: Sew the belly onto the bottom of the body.
  2. Attach the Fins: Sew the fins onto each side of the dolphin’s body.
  3. Attach the Tail: Sew the tail onto the back of the dolphin.
  4. Attach the Head: Ensure the head is slightly raised to give the dolphin a lively appearance.
  5. Add the Eyes: Sew or attach the eyes to the head.

Adding Keychain Ring:

To finish, you can create a small loop using the same blue yarn and attach it to the dolphin’s body or head. Securely fasten the keychain ring to the loop.

Final Touch:

Your cute small dolphin keychain is now complete! This adorable amigurumi can be used as a keychain, bag charm, or gift. Feel free to customize colors or add additional details for extra charm. Enjoy your crocheting!

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