[Finished product] Handmade Crochet Turtle Amigurumi

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

Crocheting a cute turtle amigurumi is a delightful project that can be a fun addition to your collection or a lovely gift! Below is a step-by-step guide to help you create your own cute blue turtle.

Materials Needed:

• Yarn:
  • Blue (for the turtle’s body)
  • Light blue or white (for the turtle’s shell)
  • Optional: Black or safety eyes
• Crochet hook: 3.5mm or appropriate size for your yarn
• Fiberfill: For stuffing
• Yarn needle: For sewing and weaving in ends
• Scissors: For cutting yarn

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Crochet 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

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Turtle Body

1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring, make 6 sc into the ring (6).
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around (12).
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around (24).
5. Round 5-8: Sc around (24) for 4 rounds to build the body length.
6. Round 9: 2 sc, dec around (18).
7. Round 10: Sc around (18).
8. Round 11: 1 sc, dec around (12).
9. Round 12: Sc around (12).
10. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the body lightly with fiberfill.

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2. Turtle Shell (Light Blue or White)

1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring, make 6 sc into the ring (6).
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around (12).
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
4. Round 4: 2 sc, inc around (24).
5. Round 5: Sc around (24).
6. Round 6: 1 sc, dec around (18).
7. Round 7: 2 sc, dec around (12).
8. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly if desired.

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3. Turtle Head

1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring, make 6 sc into the ring (6).
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around (12).
3. Round 3: 1 sc, inc around (18).
4. Round 4: Sc around (18).
5. Round 5: 1 sc, dec around (12).
6. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Lightly stuff the head.

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4. Turtle Legs (Make 4)

1. Round 1: Start with a magic ring, make 6 sc into the ring (6).
2. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around (12).
3. Round 3: Sc around (12).
4. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Do not stuff the legs.

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Assembly

1. Attach the head: Sew the head onto the front of the turtle body.
2. Attach the shell: Sew the shell onto the top of the turtle’s body.
3. Attach the legs: Sew the four legs onto the sides of the turtle’s body, evenly spaced.
4. Add eyes: You can either use safety eyes or embroider them with black yarn on the head.

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Final Touches

• Shape the turtle: You can gently reshape the body and legs for a more natural look.
• Add details: If desired, you can add a little smile or other embellishments with yarn or embroidery.

Your adorable cute turtle amigurumi is now complete! It’s a perfect project for beginners and can be a cute decoration or gift. Enjoy your crocheting!