How to Create Your Own Adorable Crochet Seal Pillow Friend

The Crochet Seal Pillow Friend is more than just a cute cuddly companion; it's a whimsical addition to any space that brings a touch of coziness and charm. With its soft, plush texture and adorable seal design, this handmade treasure is perfect for snuggling up with during movie nights or adding a playful touch to your bedroom decor.

Whether you're looking for a unique gift for a loved one or simply want to treat yourself to something special, the Crochet Seal Pillow Friend is sure to bring joy and smiles wherever it goes. So go ahead, embrace the cuteness and comfort of this delightful seal friend - you won't be able to resist its undeniable charm!

Materials

I actually used a 4.5 mm hook for the mermaid and RHSS yarn (it’s what I had handy), so I imagine mine is a bit smaller than if you follow her recommended hook size.

Simon Seal

Before You Begin

• SC - Single Crochet
• INC - Increase (2 single crochets in the same stitch)
• DEC - Decrease (1 single crochet over 2 stitches)
• MC - Magic circle

Although it isn't written, chain 1 and turn at the end of each row. Gauge is not important in this pattern.

Required Materials

• 4.5 mm hook
• Regular worsted weight yarn (I used Red Heart Super Saver that I had laying around)
• Poly-fil
• Yarn needle for sewing

Body Panels Creation

Make 2 Body Panels:

1. Chain 15, SC in the second chain from the hook and across (14)
2. Inc., SC 12, Inc. (16)
3. Inc., SC 14, Inc. (18)
4. Inc., SC 16, Inc. (20)
5. Inc., SC 18, Inc. (22)
6. SC across (22)
7. Inc., SC 20, Inc. (24)
8. 8-11. SC across (24)
9. 12. Inc., SC 22, Inc. (26)
10. 13-18. SC across (26)
11. 19. DEC, SC 22, DEC (24)
12. 20-23. SC across (24)
13. 24. DEC, SC 20, DEC (22)
14. 25. SC across (22)
15. 26. DEC, SC 18, DEC (20)
16. 27. SC across (20)
17. 28. DEC, SC 16, DEC (18)
18. 29. SC across (18)
19. 30. DEC, SC 14, DEC (16)
20. 31. SC across (16)
21. 32. DEC, SC 12, DEC (14)
22. 33. SC across (14)
23. 34. DEC, SC 10, DEC (12)
24. 35. SC across (12)
25. 36. DEC, SC 8, DEC (10)
26. 37. SC across (10)
27. 38. DEC, SC 6, DEC (8)
28. 39. SC across (8)
29. 40. INC, SC 6, INC (10)
30. 41. INC, SC 8, INC (12)
31. 42. SC across (12)
32. 43. INC, SC 10, INC (14)
33. 44. INC, SC 12, INC (16)

Beginning Tail Fin

1. SC 8, turn chain one (8)
2. SC across (8)
3. DEC, SC 4, DEC (6)
4. DEC, SC 2, DEC (4)
5. DEC, DEC (2)
6. SC 2

Tie off. Attach yarn on the other side of the tail and work rows 45-50 in the remaining 8 stitches.

Flippers

Make 4 (two for each side):

1. Ch 7, work SC in the second chain from the hook and across (6)
2. SC across (6)
3. INC, SC 3, DEC (6)
4. SC across (6)
5. INC, SC 3, DEC (6)
6. SC across (6)
7. DEC, SC 2, DEC (4)
8. DEC, DEC (2)

Tie off. Place two flipper pieces together and SC around, lightly stuffing before you finish off. Do the same for the second flipper, only making sure they point in the opposite direction (I wanted mine to look pointing downwards). Do not worry about cutting off tail; you can stuff it inside the body later.

Nose (in Black Yarn)

1. Chain 4, SC in the second chain from the hook and across (3)
2. INC, SC, INC (5)
3. DEC, SC, DEC.

Leave a long tail for sewing onto body and embroidering mouth and whiskers.

Assembly

Place safety eyes between rows 8-9 with 5-6 stitches between them. Sew nose onto one body panel, just below the eyes at about row 12. Using the tail of black yarn, embroider a mouth and whiskers. Pin or tack the flippers into place on each side at about row 22.

To attach the back panel, line it up with the front. Attach your working yarn a row or two above the flipper on the left side and begin to SC the two body panels together. When you get to each flipper, you need to slip stitch through the top panel, bottom of the flipper (where you pinned or tacked), and bottom panel. Resume SC around the two body panels. Repeat the same steps for the right flipper. When you have about an inch left to go, stuff with poly-fil, then finish SC to where you began. Tie off and sew in ends.