[Finished product] Crochet Sloth Doll

Description

Sloths are slow-moving mammals known for their relaxed lifestyle and adorable appearance. Native to Central and South America, they spend most of their lives hanging upside down in trees, munching on leaves, and moving at a leisurely pace. Crocheting a sloth wearing a blue hat and a yellow sweater adds a delightful twist to this charming creature, making it a fun and cozy project to create.

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How to Crochet a Sloth

Materials Needed:

• Yarn: Brown (for the body), blue (for the hat), yellow (for the sweater), white (for the eyes), and black (for the pupils).
• Crochet hook: 4mm (or size appropriate for your yarn).
• Polyester fiberfill: For stuffing.
• Tapestry needle: For sewing and weaving in ends.
• Scissors.
• Safety eyes (optional).

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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Sloth Body:

1. Start with brown 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 around (24).
   • Round 11: 2 sc, dec around (18).
   • Round 12: 1 sc, dec around (12).
   • Round 13: Dec in each stitch (6).
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly.

Sloth Arms (Make 2):

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

Sloth Legs (Make 2):

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

Sloth Eyes (Make 2):

1. Using white yarn.
   • MR, 6 sc into the ring (6).
   • Round 2: Inc in each stitch (12).
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
2. Using black yarn for the pupils (Make 2).
   • MR, 4 sc into the ring (4).
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Sloth Hat:

1. Using blue yarn.
   • Ch 10, turn and sc in each ch back (9).
   • Round 2: Inc in each stitch (18).
   • Round 3: Sc in each stitch around (18).
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Sloth Sweater:

1. Using yellow yarn.
   • Ch 20, turn and sc in each ch back (19).
   • Round 2: Inc in each stitch (38).
   • Round 3-4: Sc in each stitch around (38).
   • FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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Assembly:

1. Sew the legs to the bottom of the body.
2. Attach the arms to the sides of the body.
3. Sew the eyes to the head, then attach the pupils.
4. Sew the hat on top of the sloth’s head.
5. Attach the sweater around the sloth’s body.

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Finishing Touches:

1. Weave in all ends and secure any loose parts.
2. Add additional details like a smile using yarn or embroidery if desired.

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Conclusion

Your sloth wearing a blue hat and a yellow sweater is now complete! This cozy and charming project is sure to bring joy to anyone who sees it. Enjoy your crocheting, and feel free to experiment with colors and styles for future sloth creations! Happy crocheting!

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Crochet Sloth Doll