How to Crochet a White Squirrel

The Crochet White Squirrel is a charming and whimsical creation that adds a touch of enchantment to any space. With its fluffy white yarn and intricate detailing, this adorable squirrel brings a sense of cozy warmth and cheer. Whether displayed as a decorative piece or given as a thoughtful handmade gift, the crochet white squirrel never fails to bring a smile to people's faces.

What You Need

• Worsted weight yarn
• Eyelash yarn
• Size F (3.75 mm) hook
• Size I (5.5 mm) hook
• 2 12mm safety eyes
• 1 12mm safety nose
• Polyester fiber fill
• Yarn needle
• Clip to keep place
• Scissors

Body

Work in continuous rounds using worsted yarn with an F hook:

• Chain 2
• Round 1: Work 6 sc in the first chain
• Round 2: Work 2 sc in each sc around - 12 st
• Round 3: *2 sc in next st, sc in next st, repeat from * around - 18 st
• Round 4: *2 sc in next st, sc in each of the next 2 sts, repeat from * around - 24 st
• Round 5: *2 sc in next st, sc in each of the next 3 sts, repeat from * around - 30 st
• Round 6: *2 sc in next st, sc in each of the next 4 sts, repeat from * around - 36 st
• Round 7-10: sc in each sc - 36 st
• Round 11: *Sc2tog, sc in each of the next 4 sts, repeat from * around - 30 st
• Round 12: *Sc2tog, sc in each of the next 3 sts, repeat from * around - 24 st
• Round 13: *Sc2tog, sc in each of the next 2 sts, repeat from * around - 18 st
• Set eyes
• Round 14: *Sc2tog, sc in each of the next 1 st, repeat from * around - 12 st
• Round 15: sc in each sc - 12 st
• Partly stuff head (you can firm this up later)
• Round 16: *2 sc in next st, sc in next st, repeat from * around - 18 st
• Round 17: *2 sc in next st, sc in each of the next 2 sts, repeat from * around - 24 st
• Round 18-21: sc in each sc - 24 st
• Round 22: *Sc2tog, sc in each of the next 2 sts, repeat from * around - 18 st
• Round 23: *Sc2tog, sc in each of the next 1 st, repeat from * around - 12 st
• Stuff firmly
• Round 24: sc2tog around - 6 st
• Finish off and weave in ends

Ears

Work in continuous rounds:

• Make 2
• Chain 2
• Round 1: Work 6 sc in first chain
• Round 2: *2 sc in next st, sc in next st, repeat from * around - 9 st
• Round 3: sc in each sc
• Fold in half and sew along the bottom, leave a tail of yarn to sew to head

Arms

Work in continuous rounds:

• Make 2
• Chain 2
• Round 1: Work 6 sc in first chain
• Round 2-4: sc in each sc
• Leave a tail of yarn to sew to body

Legs

Work in continuous rounds:

• Make 2
• Chain 2
• Round 1: Work 6 sc in first chain
• Round 2: *2 sc in next st, sc in next st, repeat from * around - 9 st
• Round 3-5: sc in each sc

Tail

Using eyelash yarn and I hook:

• Chain 11
• sc across - 10 sc
• *Chain 1, turn, sc across - 10
• Repeat from * till you have worked 10 rows

Fold in half and sew around edges.

Assembly

1. Sew folded ears to head.
2. Sew unstuffed legs to the bottom of the body and unstuffed arms to the sides of the body.
3. Cut a tail of worsted yarn and stitch tail to back, ensuring to secure the tail up to halfway up the back. This makes sure the tail stays upright.
4. Weave in all ends.