[Finished product] Crochet Large Crocodile (Approx. 80 cm) Super Soft and Comfortable Plush Toy

$69.78

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how to Crochet a Large Crocodile – crochet guides, tutorial and patterns

Crocheting a large crocodile amigurumi can be a rewarding and fun project, combining both detailed work and creativity. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you crochet a larger-sized crocodile with distinctive crocodile features.

Materials:

  • Yarn:
    • Blue (for the body)
    • White (for the belly)
    • Black (for the eyes and details)
  • Crochet hook: 3.5mm – 4.0mm (depending on your yarn weight)
  • Polyester fiberfill: For stuffing
  • Safety eyes: 10-12mm, or black embroidery thread for eyes
  • Yarn needle
  • Stitch markers (optional)
  • 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
  • BLO: Back loop only

Crochet Pattern: Large Crocodile Amigurumi

1. 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: 3 sc, inc around (30).
  6. Round 6: 4 sc, inc around (36).
  7. Rounds 7-18: Sc around (36) to build length for the body.

Start stuffing the body as you go.

  1. Round 19: 4 sc, dec around (30).
  2. Round 20: 3 sc, dec around (24).
  3. Round 21: 2 sc, dec around (18).
  4. Round 22: 1 sc, dec around (12).
  5. Round 23: Dec around (6), fasten off and leave a long tail for closing.

Stuff firmly and sew closed.

2. Belly (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: 2 sc, inc around (24).
  5. Round 5: 3 sc, inc around (30).
  6. Round 6: 4 sc, inc around (36).

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. You will later sew this belly piece to the front of the body.

3. Tail (Blue Yarn)

  1. Round 1: Magic ring, 4 sc into the ring (4).
  2. Round 2: 1 sc, inc around (6).
  3. Round 3: 2 sc, inc around (8).
  4. Round 4: 3 sc, inc around (10).
  5. Round 5-25: Sc around (10) to form the long tail.

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the tail lightly as you go.

4. Legs (Make 4, Blue Yarn)

  1. Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6).
  2. Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around (12).
  3. Rounds 3-7: Sc around (12) to create the length of the legs.

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the legs lightly.

5. Head (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. Rounds 5-10: Sc around (24).

Start stuffing the head as you work.

  1. Round 11: 2 sc, dec around (18).
  2. Round 12: 1 sc, dec around (12).
  3. Round 13: Dec around (6), fasten off, and leave a long tail for sewing.

Stuff firmly and sew the head to the front of the body.

6. Snout (Blue Yarn)

  1. Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6).
  2. Round 2: 1 sc, inc around (9).
  3. Rounds 3-6: Sc around (9).

Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Attach the snout to the front of the head.

7. Eyes (Blue Yarn)

  1. Round 1: Magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6).
  2. Round 2: 1 sc, inc around (9).

Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Make two eye pieces and attach safety eyes or embroider the eyes with black thread.

8. Spikes (Optional, Blue Yarn)

If you’d like to add some spikes along the back, you can crochet small triangle shapes:

  1. Chain: Ch 4.
  2. Row 1: Sl st, sc, hdc in the next 3 stitches (3 stitches).

Make several of these spikes and sew them along the back of the crocodile from the head to the tail.

Assembly:

  1. Attach the Head to the Body: Sew the head securely to the body using the tail left from the head.
  2. Attach the Belly: Sew the white belly piece to the front of the body.
  3. Sew on the Snout: Attach the snout to the front of the head, aligning it with the face.
  4. Sew on the Legs: Attach two legs at the front and two legs at the back of the body.
  5. Sew on the Tail: Attach the long tail to the back of the body.
  6. Attach the Eyes: Sew the eye pieces on the head, placing the safety eyes or embroidering them.

If you’ve made the optional spikes, attach them along the back of the crocodile.

Customization:

  • Change Colors: You can experiment with different shades of blue or green to make your crocodile unique.
  • Add Details: You can embroider details like nostrils, or even add a small tongue to the snout.
  • Use Different Yarn: Use a bulkier yarn and larger hook for an even larger crocodile.

Your large crocodile amigurumi is now complete! This friendly crocodile is perfect as a fun toy, a cuddly decoration, or a handmade gift. Enjoy your crocheting project!

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