[Finished product] Crochet Amigurumi Turtle

$134.63

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

Crocheting an amigurumi turtle is a fun project that can be made in a variety of colors and sizes. The turtle has a distinctive shell, body, and limbs, and this guide will walk you through creating a cute and small amigurumi turtle.

Materials:

  • Yarn:
    • Green (for the body, head, and limbs)
    • Brown or another color for the shell
  • Crochet hook: 2.0mm – 3.5mm, depending on your yarn weight
  • Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill
  • Safety eyes: 6mm or black yarn for embroidered eyes
  • Yarn needle
  • Stitch markers
  • Scissors

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

Crochet Pattern: Amigurumi Turtle

1. 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. Rounds 5-8: Sc around (24).

Insert safety eyes between Rounds 6 and 7, about 6-7 stitches apart.

  1. Round 9: 2 sc, dec around (18).
  2. Round 10: 1 sc, dec around (12).
  3. Round 11: Dec around (6), fasten off.

Lightly stuff the head and leave a long tail for sewing.

2. Body/Shell (Brown or Shell 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: 3 sc, inc around (30).
  6. Round 6: 4 sc, inc around (36).
  7. Rounds 7-9: Sc around (36).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff the shell.

3. Belly (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).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. This piece will be sewn to the shell, forming the turtle’s underside.

4. Legs (Make 4, Green Yarn)

  1. Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6).
  2. Rounds 2-4: Sc around (6).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly and set aside.

5. Tail (Green Yarn)

  1. Round 1: Magic ring, 4 sc into the ring (4).
  2. Rounds 2-3: Sc around (4).

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly and set aside.

6. Assembly

  1. Attach the Head: Sew the head to the front of the shell. Make sure it’s centered for a balanced look.
  2. Attach the Belly: Sew the belly piece (the smaller green circle) to the bottom of the shell. Stuff lightly as you sew it together, but keep the stuffing minimal to maintain a smooth look.
  3. Attach the Legs: Sew two legs to the front sides and two legs to the back sides of the shell. Position them evenly for stability.
  4. Attach the Tail: Sew the small tail to the back of the turtle’s shell.

Optional Details:

  • Eyes: You can embroider small eyes with black yarn if you don’t have safety eyes.
  • Shell Detailing: Use a contrasting color to embroider lines on the shell to create a more textured, realistic look.

Your amigurumi turtle is now complete! This little turtle can be made in a variety of colors and can be customized by adding patterns or designs to its shell. It’s perfect as a toy, keychain, or decorative item.

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