[Finished product] Crochet Amigurumi Little Animals, Traveling Turtles Wearing Hats

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

Crocheting a traveling turtle is a fun and creative project! Below is a detailed step-by-step guide to help you create your own adorable turtle. This pattern includes instructions for the turtle’s body, head, legs, shell, and hat.

Materials:

• Yarn:
  • Green (for the turtle’s body)
  • Dark green or brown (for the turtle’s shell)
  • Light yellow or cream (for the belly)
  • Any color of your choice for the hat
  • Black (for the eyes)
• Crochet hook: 3.5mm – 4.0mm (depending on your yarn)
• Polyester fiberfill: For stuffing
• Safety eyes: 6mm or 8mm (or embroider eyes)
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Stitch markers (optional)

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

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Crochet Pattern: Traveling Turtle Amigurumi

1. Turtle Body (Green Yarn)

1. Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6).
2. Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch (12).
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around (24).
5. Rounds 5-10: Sc around (24).

Start stuffing the body.

6. Round 11: 2 sc, dec around (18).
7. Round 12: 1 sc, dec around (12).

Stuff firmly.

8. Round 13: Dec around (6), fasten off, and leave a long tail for sewing.

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2. Turtle Belly (Light Yellow or Cream Yarn)

1. Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6).
2. Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch (12).
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around (24).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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3. Shell (Dark Green or Brown Yarn)

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

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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4. Head (Green Yarn)

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

Start stuffing the head.

6. Round 6: 2 sc, dec around (18).
7. Round 7: 1 sc, dec around (12).

Stuff firmly.

8. Round 8: Dec around (6), fasten off, and leave a long tail for sewing.

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5. Legs (Make 4, Green Yarn)

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

Stuff lightly.

4. Round 5: 1 sc, dec around (8).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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6. Tail (Green Yarn)

1. Chain: Ch 8, turn.
2. Row 1: Starting from the second chain from the hook, sc across (7).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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7. Eyes (Make 2, Black Yarn)

1. Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6).
2. Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch (12).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

You can also use safety eyes instead of crocheting them.

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8. Hat (Choose Your Color)

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

To create the brim of the hat:

6. Round 6: 3 sc, inc around (30).
7. Rounds 7-8: Sc around (30).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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Assembly:

1. Attach the Head to the Body: Use the long tail from the head to sew it securely onto the body.
2. Sew on the Legs: Attach the legs to the body.
3. Sew on the Belly: Attach the belly to the bottom of the turtle.
4. Sew on the Shell: Attach the shell to the turtle’s back.
5. Attach the Eyes: Sew or glue the eyes onto the head.
6. Attach the Hat: Sew the hat onto the turtle’s head.
7. Attach the Tail: Sew the tail to the back of the turtle.

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Customization:

• Change Colors: Feel free to use different colors for the turtle’s shell or hat.
• Add Accessories: Consider adding a little backpack or other travel-themed accessories for a fun touch.
• Embroider Details: You can add facial features or patterns on the shell.

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Your traveling turtle is now complete! This charming turtle can serve as a cute decoration, a gift, or a cuddle buddy. Enjoy your crochet project!