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Crochet Owl Amigurumi using the Crocodile Stitch
If you're looking for a fun and charming project to try out, creating a Crochet Owl Amigurumi using the Crocodile Stitch is an excellent choice! This adorable crochet technique adds a unique texture that will make your owl stand out. From fluffy feathers to intricate details, it's a delightful way to showcase your crocheting skills. With a bit of patience and creativity, you'll soon have a cute and cuddly owl friend to brighten up your day and maybe even accompany you on exciting adventures. So grab your yarn, hooks, and a sprinkle of imagination, and let's get crocheting!
Skill Level: Intermediate
Finished Size: 8 inches tall, 6 inches wide
Materials:
-Red Heart Super Saver Medium (worsted) weight yarn:
Perfect Pink, White, Black, Gold, Gray
-Size G6-4.25mm crochet hook
-Stuffing
-Scissors
-Yarn Needle
Terminology:
Ch: chain
DC: double crochet
Sc: single crochet
FPDC: Front Post Double Crochet
Sk: Skip
Sl St: Slip Stitch
Body (in Perfect Pink):
Ch 48, join in ring with sl st to first ch,
taking care not to twist chain.
Rnd 1: Ch 3, 1dc in each ch around. Join with sl st to top of ch 3. (48 dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1 (loosely), work 5 fpdc down post of first dc of previous rnd. Ch 1, work 5 fpdc up post of 2nd dc of previous round—first scale made. Sk 5 sts, *work 5fpdc down post of next dc of previous rnd, ch 1, work 5fpdc up post of next dc of previous rnd—scale stitch made. Sk next 5 sts. Repeat from * around. Join with sl st to ch 1 at the beginning. (7 scale stitches around)
Rnd 3: Sl st in next 5 sts until you get to the middle stitch of the 5 skipped dcs from previous rnd. Ch 3, 1 dc in same st as ch up 3. *1dc in each of the next 2 sts, 1dc between 2 dc of scale st. 1dc in each of the next 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc. Repeat from * around. (I suggest watching video tutorial for this round. Finishing this round can get a little tricky)
Rnd 4: Ch 1 (loosely), work 5 fpdc down post of first dc of previous rnd. Ch 1, work 5 fpdc up post of 2nd dc of previous round—first scale made. Sk 5 sts, *work 5fpdc down post of next dc of previous rnd, ch 1, work 5fpdc up post of next dc of previous rnd—scale stitch made. Sk next 5 sts. Repeat from * around. Join with sl st to ch 1 at the beginning. (7 scale stitches around)
Rnd 5-16: repeat rounds 3 & 4 or until piece measures 6 inches.
Next Round: ch 1, sc in each dc of previous round. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off. (48 sc)
Assembly Step:
Sc across bottom foundation chain to close bottom of owl. (Watch video for help with this part)
Top part:
Join gray yarn with sl st to any sc.
Rnd 1: ch 1, sc in each st around. Sl st to first sc, ch 1 (48 sc)
Rnds 2-9: sc in each st around. Sl st to first sc, ch 1 (48 sc)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Wings in Gray MAKE 2
Ch 2
Row 1: 3 sc in 2nd ch from hook, Ch 1 & turn. (3)
Row 2: 2sc in first st, sc in next st, 2 sc in last st. ch 1 & turn. (5)
Row 3: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in last st, ch 1 & turn. (7)
Row 4: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 5 sts, 2sc in last st, ch 1 & turn. (9)
Row 5: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 7 sts, 2sc in last st, ch 1 & turn. (11)
Row 6: Dc across, ch 1 & Turn. (11)
Row 7: Sc across, ch 1 & Turn. (11)
Row 8: Repeat row 6
Row 9: Repeat row 7
Row 10: Repeat row 6
Continue to Sc around entire piece
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Assembly Step:
Sew wings to back of body
Eyes (Make 2): With White:
Ch 2
Rnd 1: sc 6 in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: sc 2 in each st. (12)
Rnd 3: (sc 2 in next st, sc in next st) 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: (sc 2 in next st, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: (sc 2 in next st, sc in next 3 sts) 6 times. (30)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Assembly Step:
Embroider eyelids/eyelashes with black yarn to eyes as seen in photo. Sew eyes to body on top gray portion.
Beak:
Ch 2
Rnd 1: sc 6 in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: sc 2 in each st. (12)
Rnd 3: (sc 2 in next st, sc in next 2 sts) around. (16)
Rnd 4: sc in each st around. (16)
Rnd 5: sc in each st around. (16)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Finishing:
Sew beak between eyes.
Stuff Owl with polyfil
Sew top of Owl closed
Cut 3 strands and attach them to each “ear” corner (See video ending for help)
Sew in any loose ends.
Enjoy!
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