Craftybegonia's Funmigurumi and Kids' Stuff

Spunky Funmigurumi Hippo

2012-01-22T19:54:00.000-08:00

Spunky is the latest hippo baby around here. He was born today. One of my favorite things about him are his happy colors and the fact that he is a cute scrap-buster. Hope you enjoy making one!

Materials-
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pumpkin (1 skein)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Royal (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Spring Green (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Aruba Sea (1/2 skein)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pale Yellow (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pretty ‘N Pink (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Crochet hook sizes H, F and J
Fiberfill
Blunt needle
Measuring tape
Scissors
Pins

Size- Approx. 9 ½’ x 7 ½”

Body
Side #1 (Make 2)-
With Royal, ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 7- Rep row 2. (15 sc)
Row 8- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Royal, leaving long tail to sew with. (15 sc)
Row 9- Join Spring Green, work 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 10 to 11- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 12- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Spring Green, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 13- Join Bright Yellow. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 14 to 16- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 17- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Bright Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 18- Join Aruba Sea. Make 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 19 to 30- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 31- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Aruba Sea, leaving long tail to sew with.

Side #2 (Make 2)-
With Pumpkin, ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 30- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 31- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Pumpkin, leaving a long tail to sew with.

Thread a blunt needle with leftover tails and sew one piece of Side #1 to 1 piece of side #2 for the Front. Fasten off, weave in tail. Repeat the same procedure for the Back, trying that the colors will fall on the same side at the Back and at the Front. Sew sides together. Sew bottom closed. Fasten off, weave in tails. Do not close top.

Muzzle- With hook H and Pale Yellow, ch 11.
Rnd 1- 2 sc in third ch from hook, 1 sc in each ch till last ch, 3 sc in last ch. Do not turn, work 1 sc in each loop at the other side of the chain, till last ch, sl st to join rnd. (21 sc)
Rnd 2- Ch 1, 1 sc in same spot, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sl st to end rnd. (23 sc)
Rnd 3- Ch 1, 2 sc in same spot as ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 12 sc, sl st to end rnd, bypassing first ch 1. (25 sc)
Rnd 4- Ch 1, 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of last 2 sc, sl st to join rnd, bypassing first ch 1. (29 sc)
Rnd 5- Ch 1, 1 sc in same spot as ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 14 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of last 8 sc, sl st to stitch made after ch 1, to join rnd. (31 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around, sl st to join to first sc of rnd (skipping beginning ch 1).
(31 sc)
Rnds 7 to 8- Rep rnd 6. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Mouth-
Thread blunt needle with Black and embroider Mouth as seen in photos. Fasten off and secure inside Muzzle.

Nostrils (Make 2)-
With Pretty ‘N Pink and H hook ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 8 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Pin Nostrils on both sides of Muzzle as seen in photos and using tails, sew in place. Fasten off, weave in ends.
Thread blunt needle with Black and sew side to side two thick lines in the middle of each Nostril to simulate buttons. Fasten off.
Stuff Muzzle with Fiberfill and pin in place, making sure you have centered it well. Thread blunt needle with leftover tail and sew in place. Fasten off and secure inside Body.

Eyes (Make 2)-
With H hook and Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Pin Eyes above Muzzle as seen in photos, thread blunt needle with tail and sew each eye in place. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Eyebrows-
Embroider eyebrows as seen in pictures. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Bangs-
With F hook and Bright Yellow, and using only the FRONT LOOP of each sc so that you can use the back loop to sew the head closed, ch 14, sl st in same sc, *sl st in front loop of next sc, ch 14, sl st in same sc, rep from * until you have completed 5 long loops. (DO NOT COVER EYEBROWS!) Fasten off, secure tails inside head.

Arms-
Arm #1-
With Spring Green and H hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Spring Green, weave in tail.
Rnd 5- Join Bright Yellow. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Bright Yellow, weave in tail.
Rnd 8- Join Aruba Sea. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnds 9 to 11- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Aruba Sea, leaving long tail to sew with.

Arm #2-
With Pumpkin and H hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnds 4 to 11- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Pumpkin, leaving long tail to sew with.

Legs-
Leg #1-
With Royal and size H hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnds 4 to 5- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc) Fasten off Royal, weave in tail.
Rnd 6 Join Spring Green. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 7 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Spring Green, weave in tail.
Rnd 9- Join Bright Yellow. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 10 to 13- each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Bright Yellow, leaving a long tail to sew with.

Leg #2-
With Pumpkin and H hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnds 5 to 13- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Pumpkin, leaving long tail to sew with.

Stuff legs and sew in place as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in ends securely.
Stuff arms and sew in place as you see in pictures. Fasten off and weave in tails.

Tail-
With 1 strand each of Bright Yellow, Spring Green, Pumpkin and Aruba Sea and J hook, ch 24, leaving a little bit of yarn at the beginning of the chain. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Tie a little knot at the end of the chain and trim, leaving the little bit of yarn to act as a little tassel at the end. Measure back, center tail at Back and sew firmly (remember that kids like to pull tails!) Fasten off secure inside Body.

Ears-
Ear #1 (Make 2)-
With Pumpkin and hook size H, ch 3.
Row 1- Make 3 dc in third ch from hook. Ch 1, turn. (4 dc)
Row 2- (Change to hook size F) work 2 sc in each dc across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (8 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with in one of the two pieces. Thread blunt needle and sew both pieces together, leaving bottom open to stick to head.

Ear #2 (Make 2)-
With Aruba Sea and hook size H, ch 3.
Row 1- Make 3 dc in third ch from hook. Ch 1, turn. (4 dc)
Row 2- (Change to hook size F) work 2 sc in each dc across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (8 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with in one of the two pieces. Thread blunt needle and sew both pieces together, leaving bottom open to stick to head.

Stuff Spunky’s body well. Sew top. Fasten off, weave in tail. Insert open portion of each ear in place and sew as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Done!
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God can Provide

Chubby Funmigurumi Hippo

2011-12-29T17:27:00.000-08:00

A baby was born today in the Funmigurumi world, and of course, his name is Chubby.

Square, pillow toys are my signature Amigurumi. Although I love to explore new possibilities and try new designs, I always go back to my signature line, because I enjoy creating toys in that shape. That shape has become to me a creative palette.
For me, the most important thing in a toy are two factors: Color and cuteness.
The color has to jump at you and the face has to be cute and funny. I think that Chubby has that cornered, don't you? Here's the free pattern so you can make one of your own. Enjoy!

Materials-
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Royal (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Spring Green (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pumpkin (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Gold (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Petal Pink (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Crochet hook sizes F, H and J
Fiberfill
Blunt needle
Measuring tape
Scissors

Body (Make 2)-
With Royal and size H hook, ch 31.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 2, turn. (30 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (30 sc)
Rows 3 to 14- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (30 sc)
Row 15- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Royal, leaving long tail to sew with. (30 sc)
Green Half Row 16- Join Spring Green. Make 1 sc in each of first 15 sc, ch 1, turn, leaving rest of row unworked. (15 sc)
Half Row 2- 1 sc in each of next 15 sc. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Half Rows 3 to 14- 1 sc in each of next 15 sc. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Half Row 15- 1 sc in each of next 15 sc. (15 sc) Fasten off Spring Green, leaving long tail to sew with.
We will work on opposite side now.
Bi-color Half Row 1- Join Pumpkin and work 1 sc in each of next 15 sc. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Bi-color Half Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Bi-color Half Rows 3 to 7- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Bi-color Half Row 8- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Pumpkin, leaving long tail to sew with.
Bi-color Half Row 9- Join Bright Yellow, work 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc)
Bi-color Half Rows 10 to 14- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Bi-color Half Row 15- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Thread blunt needle with tail and sew half row pieces together. Then do the sides and bottom of the Body. Fasten off, weave in tail. Leave top open for now.

Arms-
Arm #1-
With Royal and size H hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc) Fasten off Royal, weave in tail.
Rnd 4- Join Spring Green and work 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnds 5 to 11- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Spring Green, leaving long tail to sew with.

Arm #2-
With Royal and size H hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc) Fasten off Royal, weave in tail.
Rnd 4- Join Bright Yellow. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnds 5 to 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Bright Yellow, weave in tail. (18 sc)
Rnd 7- Join Pumpkin. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnds 8 to 11- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Pumpkin, leaving long tail to sew with.

Stuff arms with fiberfill and sew to sides of body as seen in photos, fasten off and secure ends well to survive any pulling!

Legs-
Leg #1-
With Royal and size H hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc) Fasten off Royal, weave in tail.
Rnd 5- Join Pumpkin. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 6 to 9- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Pumpkin, weave in tail.
Rnd 10- Join Royal. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 11 to 13- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Royal, leaving long tail to sew with.

Leg #2-
With Royal and size H hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc) Fasten off Royal, weave in tail.
Rnd 5- Join Gold. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 6 to 10- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Gold, weave in tail.
Rnds 11 to 13- Join Royal. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Royal, leaving long tail to sew with.

Stuff legs with fiberfill and sew to Body as seen in photos. Fasten off, securing tails well inside Body. Leave Body open for now.

Muzzle-
With hook H and Gold, ch 11.
Rnd 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook, 2 sc in same ch, 1 sc in each ch across till your reach the last ch, make 3 sc in that chain. [Do not turn, work!] Sl st to end rnd. (23 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in each of next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 10 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (27 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in each sc around. (27 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 13 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 13 sc, 2 sc in least sc. (29 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (33 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (33 sc) Fasten off Gold, leaving long tail to sew with.

For the Nostrils, we will simulate large round buttons.

Nostrils (Make 2)-
With F hook and Petal Pink, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Thread blunt needle with tails left at the end of the nostril circles and sew them in place as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail. With Black, thread blunt needle and sew one, line of thick, long horizontal stitches in each nostril to make them look like buttons. Fasten off, weave in tail. Thread blunt needle with Black and embroider Mouth as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Stuff Muzzle. Measure front and center Muzzle between the color sections that divide Body, in other words right above the Royal section and centered between the Spring green and the Pumpkin and Bright Yellow section. Pin in place and sew. Fasten off and weave in tail.

Eyes (Make 2)-
With F and Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Pin eyes and sew in place as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Optional- With Black, embroider eyebrows as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Tail-
Take 1 strand each of Gold, Royal, Bright Yellow, Pumpkin and Spring Green and holding them together and leaving a little bit of leftover yarn at the start, make a slip knot to begin your crocheting.
With the J hook, make a chain that is about 9 inches long. Fasten off as follows, cut yarn, leaving a tail to sew with, and pull the yarn through the last chain. Bend the yarn around your index finger and make a loop, pass all the yarn through that loop (you can help yourself with the hook if you want to) move the loop down, as close as possible to the end of the chain before tightening it. Now, use leftover yarn to sew tail in place.
Secure well to the inside of Chubby’s body, remember that kids like to pull tails!
Sew tail to the middle of Back of Body, just above the last Blue row. Fasten off.

Ears-
Ear #1 (Make 2)-
With Gold and hook size H, ch 3.
Row 1- Make 3 dc in third ch from hook. Ch 1, turn. (4 dc)
Row 2- (Change to hook size F) work 2 sc in each dc across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (8 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with in one of the two pieces. Thread blunt needle and sew both pieces together, leaving bottom open to stick to head.

Ear #2-
With Royal and hook size H, ch 3.
Row 1- Make 3 dc in third ch from hook. Ch 1, turn. (4 dc)
Row 2- (Change to hook size F) work 2 sc in each dc across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (8 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with in one of the two pieces. Thread blunt needle and sew both pieces together, leaving bottom open to stick to head.

Bangs-
With F hook and Pumpkin, ch 20.
Row 1- 1 sc in 10th ch from hook, [ch 10, 1 sc in next ch, ch 10, 1 sc in next ch,] rep 9 more times. (10 loops). Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Thread blunt needle and sew bangs on front loop only of center of head, above brows, leaving back loops free to sew head closed. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Stuff Body and sew top of head closed. Fasten off, weave in tail. Position ears in place as seen in photos and sew. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Done!

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Tubby Funmigurumi Hippo

2011-11-17T22:08:00.000-08:00

We are having fun making hippos again. They seem to be so popular and kids love them! Stuff this one generously so that he will really be a cute and "tubby" little fellow!
Here is the pattern to make him. Enjoy!

Materials:

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Lavender (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Delft Blue (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pretty ‘N Pink (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pale Yellow (scraps)
Red Heart Classic worsted weight yarn Mist Green (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pumpkin (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black
Crochet hook size H
Fiberfill
Blunt needle
Scissors
Measuring tape

Size- Approx. 9 ½’ x 7 ½”

Body
Side #1 (Make 2)-
With Lavender and H hook, ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 14- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 15- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Lavender, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 16- Join Pretty ‘N Pink, and work 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 17- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn.
Rows 18 to 30- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn.
Row 31- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Pretty ‘N Pink, leaving long tail to sew with.

Side #2 (Make 2)-
With Pale Yellow and H hook, ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 14- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 15- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Pale Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 16- Join Delft Blue, make 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 17 to 30- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 31- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Delft Blue, leaving long tail to sew with.

Thread blunt needle and using some of the tails leftover, sew 1 piece of Side #1 to one piece of Side #2 for Front. Repeat for Back. Thread blunt needle and using appropriate color yarn, sew sides and bottom, leaving top open. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Legs-
Leg #1-
With Lavender, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnds 5 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Lavender, leaving a long tail to sew with.

Leg #2-
With Pale Yellow, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnds 5 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Pale Yellow, leaving a long tail to sew with.

Stuff legs and sew to the bottom of Body as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Leg #3- (or Arm #1)-
With Petal Pink, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnds 5 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Petal Pink, leaving a long tail to sew with.

Leg #4 (or Arm #2)-
With Delft Blue, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnds 5 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Delft Blue, leaving a long tail to sew with.

Stuff Legs #3 and #4 and sew to sides of Body, as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Muzzle- With hook H and Mist Green, ch 11.
Rnd 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and all across till your reach the last ch, make 3 sc in that chain. Do not turn, work, sl st to end rnd.
Rnd 2- Ch 1, 1 sc in same spot, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sl st to end rnd.
Rnd 2- Ch 1, 1 sc in same spot, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sl st to end rnd.
Rnd 3- Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 10 sc, 1 sc in each of last 2 sc, sl st to end rnd.
Rnd 4-Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 10 sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in last sc. Sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 5- Ch 1, 1 sc in same spot, 1 sc in each of next 11 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 11 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sl st to stitch made after ch 1, to join rnd.
Rnd 6- Ch 1, 1 sc in same spot, 1 sc in each of next 11 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 11 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, sl st to join to first sc of rnd (skipping beginning ch 1).
Rnd 7- ch 1, 1 sc in each sc around, 1 sc in front of ch 1, sl st to first sc of rnd, ignoring ch1.
Rnd 8- Rep rnd 7. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

For the Nostrils, we will simulate large round buttons.

Nostrils (Make 2)-
With F hook and Pumpkin, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Thread blunt needle with tails left at the end of the nostril circles and sew them in place as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail. With Black, thread blunt needle and sew two long horizontal stitches in each nostril to make them look like buttons. Fasten off, weave in tail. Thread blunt needle with Black and embroider Mouth as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Stuff Muzzle. Measure front and center Muzzle between the 4 color patches. Pin in place and sew. Fasten off and weave in tail.

Eyes (Make 2)-
With F and Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Optional- With Black, embroider eyebrows as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Tail-
Measure and cut 10 pieces of Mist Green yarn, each 20 inches long. Twist the ends together and wrap the twisted yarn around your index finger, fold the yarn into itself and pull to make a knot. Divide the yarn into 3 sections and make a 3-strand braid. When you reach 8 inches, make another knot as before, leaving a bit of yarn to sew with. Trim the end into a little tassel. Thread the leftover yarn on the opposite end of the tail into a blunt needle and sew the tail in place. You can pull yarn you don’t need into the toy and weave in extra ends. Try to secure well, because kids like to pull on tails!

Ears-
Ear #1 (Make 2)-
With Delft Blue and hook size H, ch 3.
Row 1- Make 3 dc in third ch from hook. Ch 1, turn. (4 dc)
Row 2- (Change to hook size F) work 2 sc in each dc across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (8 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with in one of the two pieces. Thread blunt needle and sew both pieces together, leaving bottom open to stick to head.

Ear #2 (Make 2)-
With Petal Pink and hook size H, ch 3.
Row 1- Make 3 dc in third ch from hook. Ch 1, turn. (4 dc)
Row 2- (Change to hook size F) work 2 sc in each dc across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (8 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with in one of the two pieces. Thread blunt needle and sew both pieces together, leaving bottom open to stick to head.

Stuff Tubby’s body well. Sew top. Fasten off, weave in tail. Insert open portion of each ear in place and sew as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Done!

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Chunky, Funmigurumi Hippo

2011-10-12T22:45:00.000-07:00

I have noticed that my hippos are very popular and for some time, I have wanted to make more, different hippos, but I had not had the time to do it, but finally, I have been able to make another hippo and want to share him with all of you!

Materials-
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Kelly Green (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Carrot (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Delft Blue (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pumpkin (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pretty ‘N Pink (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Spring Green (scraps)
Crochet hook size H
Crochet hook size F (For eyes and nostrils, and part of ears only)
Measuring tape
Blunt needle
Fiberfill

Size- Approx. 9 ½’ x 7 ½”

Body
Side #1 (Make 2)-
With Kelly Green and H hook, ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 14- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 15- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Kelly Green, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 16- Join Bright Yellow. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 17 to 30- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 31- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Bright Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with.

Side #2 (Make 2)-
With Carrot, and H hook, ch 16.
Row 1- Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 14- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 15- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten Carrot, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 16- Join Delft Blue. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 17 to 30- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 31- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Delft Blue, leaving long tail to sew with.

Sew one side of each together, to form Front of Body. Repeat for Back, matching the square colors. Sew sides together. Sew bottom closed. Fasten off, weave in tails. Do not close top.

Legs- Leg #1-
With Kelly Green, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnds 5 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Kelly Green, leaving a long tail to sew with.

Leg #2-
With Carrot, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnds 5 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Carrot, leaving a long tail to sew with.

Leg #3- (or Arm #1)-
With Bright Yellow, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnds 5 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Bright Yellow, leaving a long tail to sew with.

Leg #4 (or Arm #2)-
With Delft Blue, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnds 5 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Delft Blue, leaving a long tail to sew with.

Stuff legs # 1 and # 2, and sew to bottom of Body, as seen in photos.
Stuff Legs #3 and #4 and sew to sides of Body, as seen in photos.

Muzzle- With hook H and Pumpkin, ch 11.
Rnd 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and all across till your reach the last ch, make 3 sc in that chain. Do not turn, work 1 sc in each loop at the other side of the chain, till last ch, make 3 sc in last loop, sl st to end rnd.
Rnd 2- Ch 1, 1 sc in same spot, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sl st to end rnd.
Rnd 3- Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 10 sc, 2 sc in last sc, sl st to end rnd.
Rnd 4-Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 10 sc, 2 sc in last sc. Sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 5- Ch 1, 1 sc in same spot, 1 sc in each of next 11 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 11 sc, 2 sc in last sc, sl st to stitch made after ch 1, to join rnd.
Rnd 6- Ch 1, 1 sc in same spot, 1 sc in each of next 11 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 12 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in last sc, sl st to join to first sc of rnd (skipping beginning ch 1).
Rnd 7- ch 1, 1 sc in each sc around, 1 sc in front of ch 1, sl st to first sc of rnd, ignoring ch1.
Rnd 8- Rep rnd 7. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Nostrils (Make 2)-
With F hook and Pretty ‘N Pink, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Thread blunt needle with tails left at the end of the nostril circles and sew them in place as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail. With Black, thread blunt needle and sew two long horizontal stitches in each nostril or make an “X” (I decided to go for the “X”), to make them look like buttons. Fasten off, weave in tail. Thread blunt needle with Black and embroider Mouth as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Stuff Muzzle. Measure front and center Muzzle between the 4 color patches. Pin in place and sew. Fasten off and weave in tail.

Eyes (Make 2)-
With F and Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Optional- With Black, embroider eyebrows. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Bangs-
With H hook and muzzle color, ch 18, 1 sc in 7th ch from hk, 1 sc in next sc, ch 6, 1 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc, ch 6, 1 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc, across. Last two loops, do not make 1 sc in between. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Center Bangs on top of Front of Chunky’s “face”, thread blunt needle with tail and sew to first loop of Front, using back loop of Bangs. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Tail-
Measure and cut 10 pieces of Spring Green yarn, each 20 inches long. Twist the ends together and wrap the twisted yarn around your index finger, fold the yarn into itself and pull to make a knot. Divide the yarn into 3 sections and make a 3-strand braid. When you reach 8 inches, make another knot as before, leaving a bit of yarn to sew with. Trim the end into a little tassel. Thread the leftover yarn on the opposite end of the tail into a blunt needle and sew the tail in place. You can pull yarn you don’t need into the toy and weave in extra ends. Try to secure well, because kids like to pull on tails!

Ears- Ear #1 (Make 2)-
With Pumpkin and hook size H, ch 3.
Row 1- Make 3 dc in third ch from hook. Ch 1, turn. (4 dc)
Row 2- (Change to hook size F) work 2 sc in each dc across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (8 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with in one of the two pieces. Thread blunt needle and sew both pieces together, leaving bottom open to stick to head.

Ear #2 (Make 2)-
With Spring Green and hook size H, ch 3.
Row 1- Make 3 dc in third ch from hook. Ch 1, turn. (4 dc)
Row 2- (Change to hook size F) work 2 sc in each dc across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (8 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with in one of the two pieces. Thread blunt needle and sew both pieces together, leaving bottom open to stick to head.

Stuff Chunky’s body well. Sew top. Fasten off, weave in tail. Insert open portion of each ear in place and sew as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Done!

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Brown Sugar Blockety Ducky Baby Rattle and Toy

2011-09-20T17:33:00.000-07:00

We have now made three Blockety Duckies, which can be moved around and stacked by
Baby in a fun game, and if them tumble all down rattling, the fun is even greater. Don’t you love to hear a toddler giggle?

Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Coffee (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Cafe (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Soft Brown (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pumpkin (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Gold (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn White (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Petal Pink (scraps)
Crochet hook size G (for beak, tail and bangs)
Crochet hook size H
Crochet hook size F (only for eyes)
Scissors
Fiberfill
Measuring tape
1 or cat balls with a bell inside (you find those in the pet aisle of your local pet shop or WalMart) or 1 Squeaker.
Blunt needle

Block size: Approx. 5” W x 4-1/2” L.

Note- Unless F or G hook is specified, use crochet hook size H.

Body Blocks

Block # 1-
With Coffee, ch 21.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 8- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 9- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Fasten off Coffee, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 10- Join Café. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 11 to 16- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 17- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Fasten off Café, leaving long tail to sew with.

Block #2-
With Coffee, ch 21.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 8- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 9- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Fasten off Coffee, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 10- Join Soft Brown. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 11 to 16- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 17- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Fasten off Soft Brown, leaving long tail to sew with.

Block #3-
With Coffee, ch 21.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 8- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 9- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Fasten off Coffee, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 10- Join Soft Brown. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 11 to 16- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 17- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Fasten off Soft Brown, leaving long tail to sew with.

Block # 4-
With Coffee, ch 21.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 8- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 9- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Fasten off Coffee, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 10- Join Café. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 11 to 16- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 17- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Fasten off Café, leaving long tail to sew with.

Blocks #5 and #6 (Top and Bottom Blocks)-
With Coffee, ch 21.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 8- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 9- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 10 to 20- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 21- 1 sc in each sc across. (20 sc) Fasten off Coffee, leaving long tail to sew with.
Sew all two-toned blocks together, interspersing one Café/Coffee with one Soft Brown/Coffee until you have joined the four of them. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Sew one of the whole Coffee blocks to the bottom. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Wings (make 2)-
With H hook and Coffee. Ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc.) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Coffee, weave in tail.
Row 4- Join Café. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Café, weave in tail.
Row 6- Join Soft Brown. Make 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 3, turn.
Row 7- 1 dc in same spot as ch 3, 4 dc in next sc, 2 dc in next sc, ch 1, sl st in next sc, sl st in next sc, 1 hdc and 1 dc in next sc, 4 dc in next sc, 1 dc and 1 hdc in next sc, ch 1, sl st in next sc, sl st in next sc, 1 hdc and 1 dc in next sc, 4 dc in next sc, 1 dc and 1 hdc in next sc, ch 1, sl st in last sc. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Pin the wings to the side blocks (Café/Coffee blocks) as seen in photos, sew in place, weave in tails.

Feet (Make 4)-
Pieces 1 and 2-
With H hook and Carrot, ch 10.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, leave last 3 sc unworked. Ch 4, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 ch, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc. (9 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 7- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, leave last 3 sc unworked. Ch 4, turn.
Row 8- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 ch, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc. (9 sc)
Row 9- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Fasten off, weave in tail.

Pieces 3 and 4-
With H hook and Carrot, ch 10.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, leave last 3 sc unworked. Ch 4, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 ch, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc. (9 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 7- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, leave last 3 sc unworked. Ch 4, turn.
Row 8- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 ch, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc. (9 sc)
Row 9- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Sew two pieces of foot together, stuff lightly and set aside. Repeat with the other two pieces to form the other foot. Stuff lightly. Sew each foot in place, fasten off. Weave in tail.

Tail (Make 2)-
Triangle #1-
With Coffee and G hook, ch 3.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook, ch 2, turn. (2 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 sc, Ch 2, turn. (3 sc)
Row 3- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc. (4 sc) Ch 2, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next sc across. (6 sc) Ch 2, turn.
Row 5- 1 sc in 1 sc in second ch from hook, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc to end of row. (9 sc)
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Fasten off, weave in tail.
Triangle #2-
With Coffee and G hook, ch 3.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook, ch 2, turn. (2 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 sc, Ch 2, turn. (3 sc)
Row 3- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc. (4 sc) Ch 2, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next sc across. (6 sc) Ch 2, turn.
Row 5- 1 sc in 1 sc in second ch from hook, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc to end of row. (9 sc)
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Sew sides of triangle #1 to Triangle #2, leaving flat bottom open on both triangles (base of triangle.) Stuff lightly with fiberfill. Measure back and pin tail in place. Thread needle with leftover tail and sew in place. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Beak-
With Carrot and G hook, ch 11.
Rnd 1- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hk and all across. Working in opposite side across foundation loops of beginning chain, make 1 sc per loop. Sl st to join rnd. (20 sc)
Rnd 2- 1 sc in each sc around. (20 sc)
Rnd 3- Rep row 2. (20 sc)
Rows 3to 5- Rep row 2. (20 sc)
Row 6- This time you will only work on the top of the beak. Slip st in first st, 1 sc in each of next 9 sc, sl st in next sc. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff beak with fiberfill. Measure Front and center beak. Pin in place. Thread blunt needle with leftover tail and sew in place.

Optional- Thread blunt needle with Black yarn and embroider nostrils on upper part of beak. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Eyes (Make 2)-
With Black and F hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Semi-rnd 2- Join White. Work 2 sc in first sc, 2 sc in each of next 2 sc, sl st in next sc, fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Pin eyes in place as seen in photos, thread blunt needle and sew in place. Fasten off, weave in ends.

Bangs-
With Gold and G hook work bangs as follows:
Row 1- Skip first 6 sc of Front, join Gold to front loop of next sc, ch 10, sl st in next sc, (work only on front loops, reserving back loops to sew this part of the head) *ch 10, sl st in next sc, rep from * 6 more times, forming a total of 7 loops. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Stuff Blockety Ducky Brown Sugar’s Body, insert cat ball or squicker, place last Coffee block on top and sew all around. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Done!

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Funmigurumi Blockety Mallard

2011-08-19T15:20:00.000-07:00

When we lived in Washington State, we had a pond near out home and a large field of grass, every year, the Canada geese would come, but year round, there were Mallard ducks in that pond. Every now and then, some other visitors would come, like we saw a gray crane once and at another time, we had a snow goose. But the Mallards were the local boys and girls. We would go down to the pond and watch them and sometimes, feed them. I loved to watch them swim, the sun, glinting the feathers of their heads with gorgeous, shimmering, blues and greens. . .This Blockety Ducky is a fun Mallard duck. Like Blockety Ducky, Blockety Mallard is a tactile delight for any little one. Because it has feett, wings, a beak and a tail, and baby can have fun with those. It is also a rattle that can bring out squeals of fun from baby as he moves the block around. Hope you like him!

Materials:

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Kelly Green (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Spring Green (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Gold (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Coffee (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn White (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Buff (scraps)
Crochet hook size H
Fiberfill
Blunt needle (to weave in tails)
Scissors
Measuring tape
Pins
Fiberfill
1 or cat balls with a bell inside (you find those in the pet aisle of your local pet shop or WalMart) or 1 Squeaker.

Block size: Approx. 5” W x 4-1/2” L.

Alternative Blockety Ducky:

You can stuff Blockety with Fiberfill and bury a squaker inside, instead of using the rattling balls.

Body Blocks

Block #1-

With Kelly Green, ch 18.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 21- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 22- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Block #2-

With Kelly Green, ch 18.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 21- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 22- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Block #3-

With Kelly Green, ch 18.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 21- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 22- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Block #4-

With Kelly Green, ch 18.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 11- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Fasten off Kelly Green, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 12- Join Spring Green. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 13 to 21- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 22- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Fasten off Spring green, leaving long tail to sew with. (“Face” of Blockety Kitty Cat made.)

Block # 5-

With Spring Green, ch 18.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 21- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 22- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Block #6
With Spring Green, ch 18.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 21- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 22- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Beak-
With F hook and black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 1 sc in each sc around. (6 sc) Fasten off Black, weave in tail.
Rnd 3- Join Gold. Work 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnds 5 to 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnd 8- Sl st in BACK loop of each of first 4 sc, working in both loops, make 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc and 1 hdc in next sc, skip next sc, sl st in BACK loop of each of next 2 sc, skip next sc, working in both loops, make 1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc and 1 hdc in next sc, 1 sl st in BACK loop of each sc till end of rnd. Sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving lont tail to sew with.

Nostrils-
With Black, thread blunt needle and make two nostrils at the front of the beak, right underneath those two “peaks” that are characteristic of the Mallard ducks.

Stuff the beak. Take the “face” block, the one that is half and half dark and light green, turn it so that the rows will run in a vertical way. With measuring tape, measure the block and center the beak, positioning it at the level of the ninth row, counting from top to bottom, and pin the beak in place and sew. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Eyes (Make 2)-
With Black and F hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Semi-Rnd 2- Join White. Work 2 sc in each of first 3 sc, sl st in next sc, fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Pin eyes on top of muzzle as seen in photos. Sew in place. Embroider eyebrows. Fasten off, weave in ends.

Feet (Make 4)-
Pieces 1 and 2-
With H hook and Gold, ch 10.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, leave last 3 sc unworked. Ch 4, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 ch, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc. (9 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 7- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, leave last 3 sc unworked. Ch 4, turn.
Row 8- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 ch, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc. (9 sc)
Row 9- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Fasten off, weave in tail.

Pieces 3 and 4-
With H hook and Gold, ch 10.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, leave last 3 sc unworked. Ch 4, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 ch, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc. (9 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 7- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, leave last 3 sc unworked. Ch 4, turn.
Row 8- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 ch, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc. (9 sc)
Row 9- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Wing (Make 2)-
With Buff and H hook, ch 3.
Row 1- Make 4 sc in second ch from hook. (4 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (5 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (7 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in each sc across. (7 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 5- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (11 sc)
Row 7- 1 sc in each sc across. (11 sc) Fasten off Buff, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 8- Join Coffee. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (11 sc)
Row 9- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till last 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (9 sc)
Row 10- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till last 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (7 sc)
Edge- Ch 3, 4 dc in same spot as ch 3, skip 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, 5 dc in next sc, sl st in last sc of row. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Attach Wings as Follows:
Turn one of the Kelly Green blocks around so that the sc rows are in a vertical direction, counting from the edge of block pin down wing 7 rows down from the edge, 4 sc from the top and 5 sc from the bottom. Thread a blunt needle with the leftover Buff tail and sew the first part of the wing in place. Sew firmly, you KNOW that that wing will get pulled! Fasten off, repeat with second wing.
Sew Wing Blocks on either side of Face Block. Fasten off, weave in tails.

Tail (Make 2)-
Triangle #1-
With Coffee and H hook, ch 3.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook, ch 2, turn. (2 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. (3 sc) Ch 2, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. (4 sc) Ch 2, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. (5 sc) Ch 2, turn.
Row 5- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. (6 sc) Drop Coffee, but
DO NOT FASRTEN OFF!
Row 6- Join Buff. Work 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each sc across. (7 sc) Fasten off Buff, weave in tail.
Row 7- Pick up Coffee again, work 1 sc in each sc across. (7 sc) Ch 1, turn. Row 8- 1 sc in each sc across. (7 sc) Fasten off Coffee, leaving long tail to sew with.

Triangle #2- Repeat as for triangle #1.

Put Tail Together as Follows:
Sew both triangles to each other so that they form something similar to a cone. In other words, sew all sides together, except the top. Stuff lightly with fiberfill. Choose a Kelly Green Block, turn it around so that the rows face vertically, measure the back and center tail. Pin down. Thread blunt needle with leftover tail and sew in place. Fasten off, weave in ends.

Sew tail block to the back of the other blocks you have already sewn together. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Note- There is a slight difference between the Spring Green yarn and the Kelly Green yarn. When you work the Spring Green yarn, work a bit more loosely, otherwise, the clocks will be slightly smaller. If yours come out that way, stretch them a tiny bit as you sew them to the others, they will fit snugly, but they will fit.

Sew bottom block in place, this is one of the Spring Green blocks. Stuff feet lightly and sew them in place as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tails. Stuff block, insert cat ball or squeaker and sew last block in place to correspond to the top of Blockety Mallard’s head. Fasten off, weave in ends.

Note- If you want your Blockety Mallard to be a bit more “square”, cut 4, strips of plastic canvas 2” tall by 5” wide and sew them together into a little open square, insert into Blockety, stuff, put your cat ball in, and close the top. This Blockety will have a perfectly square body but will not be squeezable, so you cannot use a squeaker for this one. I personally, like the “pudginess” of this duck.

That’s all.
You’re done!

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The Wonderful Love of God

Funmigurumi Blockety Ducky Toy and Baby Rattle

2011-07-31T19:57:00.000-07:00

This toy is ideal to decorate a nursery, or if baby already plays with blocks, this one can be a lot of fun since it has feet, wings and a tail, it is also a tactile delight for little ones to explore, add to this the fact that it either rattles or it can be squeezed to hear it squeak, which can bring out all those lovable baby giggles you love to hear. It is relatively easy to make, it has a generous size, and it really cute once it is put together.

Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight Bright Yellow yarn (1 skein)
Red Heart worsted weight Pumpkin yarn (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight White (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight Petal Pink yarn (scraps)
Crochet hook size G (only for beak and tail)
Crochet hook size H
Crochet hook size F (only for eyes and “pink” of cheeks)
Scissors
Fiberfill
Measuring tape
1 or cat balls with a bell inside (you find those in the pet aisle of your local pet shop or WalMart) or 1 Squeaker.
Blunt needle

Block size: Approx. 5” W x 4-1/2” L.

Alternative Blockety Ducky:

You can stuff Blockety with Fiberfill and bury a squaker inside, instead of using the rattling balls.

Note- Unless F or G hook is specified, use crochet hook size H.

Body Blocks

Block # 1-

With Bright Yellow, ch 18.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 21- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 22- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Block #2-
With Bright Yellow, ch 18.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 21- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 22- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Block # 3-
With Bright Yellow, ch 18.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 21- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 22- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Block #4-
With Bright Yellow, ch 18.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 21- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 22- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Block #5-
With Bright Yellow, ch 18.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 21- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 22- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Block #6-
With Bright Yellow, ch 18.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 21- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 22- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Wings (make 2)-
With H hook and Bright Yellow. Ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc.) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 5- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 3, turn.
Row 7- 1 dc in same spot as ch 3, 4 dc in next sc, 2 dc in next sc, ch 1, sl st in next sc, sl st in next sc, 1 hdc and 1 dc in next sc, 4 dc in next sc, 1 dc and 1 hdc in next sc, ch 1, sl st in next sc, sl st in next sc, 1 hdc and 1 dc in next sc, 4 dc in next sc, 1 dc and 1 hdc in next sc, ch 1, sl st in last sc. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Feet (Make 4)-
Pieces 1 and 2-
With H hook and Pumpkin, ch 10.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, leave last 3 sc unworked. Ch 4, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 ch, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc. (9 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 7- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, leave last 3 sc unworked. Ch 4, turn.
Row 8- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 ch, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc. (9 sc)
Row 9- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Fasten off, weave in tail.

Pieces 3 and 4-
With H hook and Pumpkin, ch 10.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, leave last 3 sc unworked. Ch 4, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 ch, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc. (9 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 7- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, leave last 3 sc unworked. Ch 4, turn.
Row 8- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 ch, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc. (9 sc)
Row 9- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Tail (Make 2 triangles)-
Triangle #1-
With Bright Yellow and G hook, ch 3.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook, ch 2, turn. (2 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 sc, Ch 2, turn. (3 sc)
Row 3- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc. (4 sc) Ch 2, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next sc across. (6 sc) Ch 2, turn.
Row 5- 1 sc in 1 sc in second ch from hook, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc to end of row. (9 sc)
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Fasten off, weave in tail.
Triangle #2-
With Bright Yellow and G hook, ch 3.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook, ch 2, turn. (2 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each of next 2 sc, Ch 2, turn. (3 sc)
Row 3- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc. (4 sc) Ch 2, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next sc across. (6 sc) Ch 2, turn.
Row 5- 1 sc in 1 sc in second ch from hook, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc to end of row. (9 sc)
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Sew sides of triangle #1 to Triangle #2, leaving flat bottom open on both triangles (base of triangle.) Stuff lightly with fiberfill.)

Beak:
With Pumpking and G hook, ch 10.
Rnd 1- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hk and all across. Working in opposite side across foundation loops of beginning chain, make 1 sc per loop. Sl st to join rnd. (18 sc)
Rnd 2- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 3- Rep row 2. (18 sc)
Rows 3-5: Rep row 2. (18 sc)
Row 6- This time you will only work on the top of the beak. Slip st in first st, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, sl st in next sc. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. With a little Black, embroider nostrils on top of beak to give Blockety Ducky a more duck-like look. Fasten off, weave in tail.

“Pink” of Cheeks-
With Petal Pink and F hk, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook.
Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Petal Pink leaving long tail to sew with.
Pin these two rounds on both sides of beak, and threading blunt needle with leftover yarn, sew in place. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Blockety Ducky’s Eyes (make 2):

With black and F hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew with.
Half rnd 2- Join White. Working in back loops only, make 2 sc in each of first 3 sc, sl st in next sc, Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Putting Blockety Ducky Together:

Stuff the beak with fiberfill. Take the block that will correspond to Blockety Ducky’s face, turn it so that the stripes of the sc rows will run vertically, and measure it with measuring tape, center the beak, pin down. Thread blunt needle and sew all around. Fasten off, weave in tail. Pin eyes on top of beak and sew in place.
Fasten off and weave tail. Pin “pink” of cheeks in place beside the beak and sew in place. Fasten off. (Face done.) Set aside.
Take the first block that will correspond to one of the sides, turn it so that the sc rows will run vertically and sew the wing right about the middle of it (measure so that both wings will be at the same level), repeat with the block that will correspond to the other side of block. Fasten off, weave in tails. Take square that corresponds to back of Blockety Ducky, turn so that sc rows run vertically, and center tail on lover part of that square, pin and sew in place. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Sew two pieces together for each foot. Barely stuff it so that the foot will still be somewhat flat. Close the foot entirely. Fasten off, weave in tail. Repeat with the other foot.
Sew the face block to the side blocks (the ones with the wings. Fasten off, weave in tails. Sew the bak block that has the tail to these three blocks. Fasten off, weave in tail. Sew the bottom block to all the blocks you have already joined. Fasten off, weave in tail. Decide if your Blockety will rattle or if it will be squeezed to hear it squeak, and as you stuff with fiberfill and bury into Blockety either one or two cat balls or a squaker. Sew top block and fasten off.
Note 2-
If you have chosen to stuff the toy and insert a squaker, the ducky will squeak when you squeeze the block, and it is a totally different effect than you get with the rattling ball inside.

You can find very affordable squeakers (believe it or not, at dog toy supplies like Sitstay.com ---Not associated in any way with us. Or in any place that sells grunters and squakers for stuffed dog toys.)

You're done!

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Alone in the Crowd

Heiferetta Moolove

2011-07-06T18:26:00.000-07:00

Heiferetta is the newest baby in the Moolove family and the last little cow we will make (for the time being). . .it's been fun making these barnyard friends, but we would like to move on to other pastures too. So here's the little cowly babe, fresh from the nursery! A cute little heifer in the making and the joy of her older brother Hoofer. (By the way, I desperately need to stop making cows because my love of color is showing up too much and coming up out of their ears. If I don't stop, in no time at all we would be making blue cows with green muzzles and pink spots!)
Hope you enjoy making this one!

Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Burgundy (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Cherry Red (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Coffee (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Coffee Buff (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Café (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Aran (scraps)
Fiberfill
Crochet hook size H
Scissors
Blunt needle
Measuring tape
Pins
Body-
Front-
With Burgundy, ch 31.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (30 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (30 sc)
Rows 3 to 9- Rep row 2. Ch 1, turn. (30 sc)
Row 10- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
(Side #1) Half row 11- With Bright Yellow, 1 sc in each of first 15 sc, ch 1, turn.
Half row 12- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 13 to 19- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 20- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Bright Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 21- Join Café. Make 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 22 to 29- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 30- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Café, leaving long tail to sew with.

(Side #2) Half Row 11- Join Cherry Red. Work 1 sc in each remaining sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Half Rows 12 to 14- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Half Row 15- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Cherry red, leaving long tail to sew with.
Half Row 16- Join Coffee. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Half Rows 17 to 19- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Half Row 20- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Coffee, leaving long tail to sew with.
Half Row 21- Join Buff. Make 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Half Rows 22 to 29- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Half Row 30- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Buff, leaving long tail to sew with.
Thread blunt needle with appropriate color tails and sew center of Body Front, fasten off, weave in ends. Rep all rows for Body Back.
Legs-
Leg #1-
With Coffee, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. (18 sc)
Rnds 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Coffee, weave in tail. (24 sc)
Rnd 7- Join Burgundy, work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 8- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 9- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Burgundy, weave in tail.
Rnd 10- Join Claret. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Claret, weave in tail. (24 sc)
Rnd 12- Join Burgundy. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Burgundy, leaving long tail to sew with. (24 sc)
Leg #2-
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. (18 sc)
Rnds 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Coffee, weave in tail. (24 sc)
Rnd 7- Join Burgundy, work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 8 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Burgundy, leaving long tail to sew with.
Arms
Arm #1-
With Coffee, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. (18 sc)
Rnds 4 to 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnds 7 to 10- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Coffee, leaving long tail to sew with. (18sc)

Arm #2-
With Coffee, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. (18 sc)
Rnds 4 to 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Coffee, weave in end. (18 sc)
Rnd 7- Join Bright Yellow. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnds 8 to 10- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Bright Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with.

Stuff arms with fiberfill. Pin and sew in place as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Thread blunt needle with appropriate color yarn and close bottom of Body. Fasten off, weave in ends.
Stuff legs and sew in place following photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Tail-
Measure and cut the following strands of yarn, 24 inches long each:
2 Burgundy
2 Bright Yellow
2 Café
2 Cherry Red
Fold strands in half, trying to match the ends, divide in 3 sections and braid. Cut a piece of yarn in Café, and wrap it several times around the end of the braid, tie firmly at the back of the braid. Trim, leaving as little tassel at the end of the braid. Measure back and find the center. Thread a blunt needle with Café and after centering tail, sew in place. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Spots-
Spot #1-
With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 8 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (8 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (16 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Spot #2-
With Black, ch 7.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (6 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, ch 1, turn, leaving last 2 sc unworked. (4 sc)
Rows 3 to 4- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 6, turn.
Row 5- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch and sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Spot #3-
With Black, ch 10.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, ch 1, turn. Leave rest of row unworked. (6 sc)
Row 3- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, ch 1, turn, leaving last 2 sc unworked. (4 sc)
Row 4- 1 sc in each sc across. (4 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Spot #4-

With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc, in second ch from hk, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each of first 3 sc, sl st in next sc. (6 sc)
Semi-rnd 3- Ch 1, 2 sc in each of next 6 sc. (12 sc) Sl st in next sc. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Guiding yourself by the photos, pin and sew spots in place. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Muzzle-
With Aran, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 2 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (32 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (32 sc)
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. (32 sc)

Mouth-
With black, embroider mouth as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Nostrils-
Thread a blunt needle with Black and embroider nostrils on muzzle. Fasten off. Weave in tails.
Stuff muzzle and measure Front. Center muzzle and pin. Thread blunt needl with leftover tail and sew all around. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Measure Front and center Muzzle. Stuff and pin in place. Thread blunt needle with leftover tail and sew Muzzle in place. Fasten off, weave in tail. Eyes- (Make 2)
With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hk and sl st to join rnd. Fasten off Black, leaving long tail to sew with.
Semi-rnd 2- Join Coffee. Make 2 sc in each of first 3 sc, sl st in next sc. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Sew eyes in place on top of muzzle as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Ears
Upper Side of Ear (Make 2)-
With Cherry Red, ch 7.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (6 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each sc till last sc, 2 sc in last sc. (8 sc)
Row 3- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each sc till last sc, 2 sc in last sc. (10 sc)
Rows 4 to 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (10 sc)
Row 7- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (7 sc)
Row 8- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (5 sc)
Row 9- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. (3 sc)

Underside of Ear (Make 2)-
With Petal Pink, repeat rows 1 to 9 as for the Upper Side of Ear. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Put one piece of Upper Side with One Piece of Underside of Ear together and using leftover tail sew all around, leaving a space open to insert on the corner of Heiferetta’s square head. Insert ear and finish attaching. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Note- Because of the thickness of Cherry Red, the Underside of Ear will be slightly smaller than the upper side of the Ear. It will make the ear curl a bit which will work to make it look more natural, so don’t worry about it!

Done!
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Less than 2 minutes to read and it will brighten your day!
Be Not Discouraged

MyCowla Moolove Baby Rattle

2011-06-14T20:10:00.000-07:00

I wasn't planning to make cow rattles but I don't think the Moolove Family would be complete without at least one or two toys for the babies. Don't you think? I think the little ones should also be let in on the fun we've been having. So here is MyCowla. She's very easy and fast to make, and would be a great addition to any barnyard theme baby shower. If you make an afghan with barnyard animals or a mommy tote would farm animals, don't forget to include one of these!
Materials-
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Aran (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pale Yellow (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn White (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Petal Pink (scraps)
Pins
Measuring tape (if needed to center things)
1 Cat Ball (you find them in the Pet Aisle of your supermarket or WalMart, etc.)
1 piece of plastic canvas 6-1/2” W x 3-1/4” L (you will be rolling it to create a firm base for the rattle’s handle, you can cut a narrower piece if you want to, but the firmer the “stick” the better.)
Optional:
2 Jingle Bells (you will find them in crafts stores)
2 or 3 plastic beads
Another cat ball (you will be breaking the ball with a pair of pliers to get the bell to drop into the tube of the handle)
Blunt needle
Crochet hook size H
Scissors
Fiberfill

Side #1 (Make 2)- With Aran, ch 9.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 11- Rep row 2. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 12- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Side #2 (Make 2)-
With Bright Yellow, ch 9.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 5- Rep row 2. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Bright Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with. (8 sc)
Row 7- Join Pale Yellow. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (8 sc)
Rows 8 to 11- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (8 sc)
12- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Thread a blunt needle and sew one Side # 1 piece to a Side #2 piece for Front and repeat for Back.
If you want to you can make them match exactly, I chose not to do that. Different colors increase the feel of spots on the cow. Sew Front and Back together, leaving bottom and top open.

Muzzle-
With Petal Pink, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Center muzzle on lower part of Front and pin in place. Sew. Fasten off and weave in tail. Thread blunt needle with Black and embroider nostrils in place as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Eyes (Make 2)
With Black, ch 2.
Row 1- 5 sc in second ch from hook. DO NOT JOIN! Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Pins eyes above muzzle as you see in photos, sew in place, adding eyelashes. Fasten off and weave in tails.

Ears-

Ear # 1-
With Pale Yellow, ch 4.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 2 sc in next ch, 1 sc in last ch. (4 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in last sc. Ch 1, turn. (6 sc)
Rows 3 to 4- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (6 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in first sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in last sc. Ch 1, turn. (4 sc)
Row 6- 1 sc in first sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in last sc. Ch 1, turn. (3 sc)
Row 7- 1 sc in first sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc. Fasten off. Weave in tail.

Ear # 2-
With Aran, ch 4.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook, 2 sc in next ch, 1 sc in last ch. (4 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in last sc. Ch 1, turn. (6 sc)
Rows 3 to 4- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (6 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in first sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in last sc. Ch 1, turn. (4 sc)
Row 6- 1 sc in first sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in last sc. Ch 1, turn. (3 sc)
Row 7- 1 sc in first sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc. Fasten off. Weave in tail.

Sew ears in place on top of MyCowla’s head as seen in photos, fasten off and weave in ends.

Note- You can sew MyCowla’s ears to match the Front sides of head or you can put the opposite color ear in place, it is up to your own taste.

Horns (Make 2)
MyCowla’s a very young cow, and she’s beginning to grow her hors, but they are barely coming out of her head.
With Aran, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 5 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (5 sc)
Rnd 2- 1 sc in each sc around. (5 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in each sc around. (5 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each sc around. (5 sc) Fasten off Aran, leaving tail long enough to sew with.

Stuff very lightly with fiberfill. Sew horns in place as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tails.

Spots-
Spot #1-
With Black, ch 2.
Row 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook. (Do not join!) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 2 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Spot # 2
With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Sew spots as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tails.

Tail-
Measure 1 strand each of Aran, Pale Yellow and Bright Yellow 20” long, fold in half so that you will half
6 strands, divide into 3 groups of 2 strands and braid into a 3-strand braid. Make a knot at the end of your braid, leaving the rest unworked, when your braid is 3” long. Cut ends leaving like a small tassel. Thread blunt needle with one of the colors of yarn used and sew tail to center lower back of MyCowla’s body.

Handle-
Thread blunt needle with yarn. Fold the plastic canvas around bottle and sew it in place. Fasten off, Set aside for now, while we crochet a cover for it. (You can, just for added fun for the baby, add something that will rattle, such as a couple of jingle bells or another cat ball, before you cover the tube.) When you roll the tube, it ought to be 1” in circumference, but you can make it wider if you like.
Handle Cover-
With Bright Yellow, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep twice, 1 sc in each sc till end of rnd. (14 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each sc around. (14 sc)
Rnds 5 to 15- 1 sc in each sc around. (14 sc)
Rnd 15- 1 sc in each sc around. (14 sc) Fasten off Bright Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with.

Cap of Handle-
With Bright Yellow, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep twice, 1 sc in each sc till end of rnd. (14 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each sc around. (14 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Insert jingle bell or beads if you like, into tube, put cap on top of opening at the top of tube, sew tube closed, leaving other tail to attach tube to the rattle’s head. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Insert cat ball into MyCowla and stuff with fiberfill, sew bottom using leftover tails. Fasten off, weave in ends.

You’re done!

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Pathlights

Creametta Moolove Funmigurumi Cow

2011-05-17T20:54:00.000-07:00

Continuing with the Moolove family, we've got two more additions to it! Straight from the farm, comes Creametta, a sweet little calf.

Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Cafe (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Buff (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Aran (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pale Yellow (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Petal Pink (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Crochet hook size H
Measuring tape
Blunt needle
Pins
Fiberfill
Scissors

Size: 10" h x 9" w.

Body #1
First Half of Body Front- (Make 2): With Cafe and hook size H, ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Row 3 to 14- Rep row 2. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Row 15- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Cafe, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 16- Join Buff. Work 1 sc in each sc across, ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Rows 17 to 29- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 30- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Buff, leaving long tail to sew with. (15 sc)
Second Half of Body Front- (Make 2): With Pale Yellow and hook size H, ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Row 3 to 14- Rep row 2. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Row 15- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Fasten off Pale Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 16- Join Aran. Work 1 sc in each sc across, ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Rows 17 to 29- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 30- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Aran, leaving long tail to sew with. (15 sc)

Placing Front and Back of body together, either in a way that mill match color squares or the way I did it (in a way that does not match color squares because it increases the illusion of the cow being more spotted) thread a blunt needle and using leftover tails, sew sides together, leaving bottom and top open for now. Fasten off, weave in ends.

Body Spots-

Spot # 1-
With Black and H hook, ch 11.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (10 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (10 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, ch 1, turn, leaving last 4 sc unworked. (6 sc)
Row 4- 1 sc in each sc across. (6 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 5- 1 sc in each of sc across, ch 5, turn.
Row 6- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 7 and 8- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 9- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, ch 1, turn, leaving all other sc unworked.
Rows 10 to 11- 1 sc in each sc across. (6 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Spot # 2-
With Black and H hook, ch 8.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (7 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (7 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (7 sc)
Row 4- 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, leaving last 2 sc unworked. Ch 1, turn. (5 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in each of first 5 sc. Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc. Ch 1, turn, leaving the rest of the sc unworked. (3 sc)
Row 7- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, ch 1 turn. (3 sc)
Row 8- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc. Ch 6, turn. (3 sc)
Row 9- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch and sc across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 10- 1 sc in each sc across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 11- 1 sc in each sc across. (8 sc) Fasten off, Black, leaving long tail to sew with.

Spot #3-
With Black and H hook, ch 11.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (10 sc) ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (10 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (10 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in each of first 8 sc. Ch 1, turn, leaving last 2 sc unworked. (8 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. (8 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, ch 1, turn, leaving last 2 sc unworked. (6 sc)
Row 7- 1 sc in each sc across. (6 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 8- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, ch 1, worked, leaving last 2 sc unworked. (4 sc)
Row 9- 1 sc in each sc across. (4 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 10- 1 sc in each sc across. (4 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Spot #4-
With Black and H hook, ch 7.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (6 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (6 sc)
Row 3- Ch 7, work 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch and sc across. (12 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in each sc across. (12 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 5- 1 sc in each of first 10 sc. Ch 1, turn, leaving the last 2 sc unworked. (10 sc)
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (10 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 7- 1 sc in each of first 7 sc. Ch 1, turn, leaving the last 3 sc unworked. (7 sc)
Row 8- 1 sc in each sc across. (7 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 9- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc. Ch 1, turn, leaving the last 3 sc unworked. (4 sc)
Row 10- 1 sc in each sc across. (4 sc) Fasten off Black, leaving long tail to sew with.

Spot # 5-
With Black, ch 7.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (6 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (6 sc)
Row 3- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (4 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, Ch 1, turn, leaving last sc unworked. (3 sc)
Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (3 sc) Fasten off Black, leaving long tail to sew with.

Pin each spot to Body as seen in photos, and threading blunt needle with leftover tail, sew in place one at a time. Fasten off, weave in end.

Legs-

Leg #1-
With Café and H hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Black and weave in ends.
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 8 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Cafe, leaving long tail to sew with.

Spot for Leg #1-
With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 8 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (8 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (16 sc)
Fasten off Black, leaving long tail to sew with. Sew spot to leag. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Leg #2-
With Café and H hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Cafe and weave in ends.
Rnd 7- Join Pale Yellow. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 8 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Pale Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with.

Sew bottom of Body using appropriate colored tails. Fasten off. Stuff legs and sew in place. Weave in ends. Fasten off and weave in tails.

Arms-
Arm #1-
With Café and Ho hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnds 4 to 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Café, weave in tail.
Rnd 7- Join Aran. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnds 8 to 10- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)

Arm #2-
With Café and Ho hook, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnds 4 to 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Café, weave in tail.
Rnd 7- Join Buff. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnds 8 to 10- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)

Stuff arms and sew to sides of Body, making sure they are at the same level. Fasten off, weave in ends.

Muzzle-
With Petal Pink, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 8 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (8 sc)
Rnd 2- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 4- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnds 7 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. With Black, embroider mouth as seen in photos.

Nostrils (Make 2)-
With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 4 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Sew nostrils to Muzzle as seen in photos, fasten off, weave in tail. Stuff muzzle, measure Front and center Muzzle. Pin down and threading a blunt needle, sew in place. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Eyes- (Make 2)
With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off Black, leaving long tail to sew with.
Sew eyes on top of Muzzle, embroider eyelashes. Fasten off, weave in ends.
Thread needle with Black and embroider eyebrows. Fasten off, weave in tails.

Ears-
Ear #1-
Top of Ear-
With Cafe, ch 6.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (5 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (7 sc)
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (7 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 4- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (9 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (11 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 7- 1 sc in each sc across. (11 sc) Fasten off Café, weave in tail.
Row 8- Join Buff. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (11 sc)
Row 9- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (9 sc)
Row 10- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (7 sc)
Row 11- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (5 sc)
Row 12- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (3 sc) Fasten off Buff,
Weave in tail.

Bottom of Ear-
With Café and H hook, ch 6.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (5 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (7 sc)
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (7 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 4- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (9 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (11 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 7- 1 sc in each sc across. (11 sc) Fasten off Café, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 8- Join Buff. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (11 sc)
Row 9- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (9 sc)
Row 10- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (7 sc)
Row 11- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (5 sc)
Row 12- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (3 sc) Fasten off Buff,
Leaving long tail to sew with.

“Pink” of Ear-
With Petal Pink, ch 5.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (4 sc)
Rnd 2- Working in foundation loops, make 2 sc in first loop, 1 sc in each of next 2 loops, 2 sc in last loop. Sl st to join rnd. (Rnd will have a total of 10 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (14 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each sc around. (14 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (20 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Ear Spot-
With Black, ch 2.
Row 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Row 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Thread blunt needle with leftover tail and sew Pink of Ear to the piece that will be the bottom of the ear. Fasten off, weave in tail. Pin Spot to Front piece of ear and sew in place. Fasten off, weave in tail. Place, both pieces of ear together, with right sides facing outward and wrong sides facing each other, sew around, leaving top open to attach to head.

Ear # 2-
Top of Ear-
With Pale Yellow, ch 6.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (5 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (7 sc)
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (7 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 4- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (9 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (11 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 7- 1 sc in each sc across. (11 sc)
Row 8- Work 1 sc in each sc across. (11 sc)
Row 9- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (9 sc)
Row 10- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (7 sc)
Row 11- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (5 sc)
Row 12- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (3 sc) Fasten off Pale Yellow,
Weave in tail.

Bottom of Ear-
With Bright Yellow and H hook, ch 6.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. (5 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (7 sc)
Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. (7 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 4- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (9 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. (9 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 6- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in last sc. (11 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 7- 1 sc in each sc across. (11 sc)
Row 8- Work 1 sc in each sc across. (11 sc)
Row 9- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (9 sc)
Row 10- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (7 sc)
Row 11- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (5 sc)
Row 12- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (3 sc) Fasten off Pale Yellow,
Leaving long tail to sew with.

“Pink” of Ear-
With Petal Pink, ch 5.
Row 1- 1 sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across. (4 sc)
Rnd 2- Working in foundation loops, make 2 sc in first loop, 1 sc in each of next 2 loops, 2 sc in last loop. Sl st to join rnd. (Rnd will have a total of 10 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (14 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each sc around. (14 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (20 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Thread blunt needle with leftover tail and sew to the piece that will be the bottom of the ear. Fasten off, weave in tail. Place, both pieces of ear together, with right sides facing outward and wrong sides facing each other, sew around, leaving top open to attach to head.

Stuff Body and close top. Fasten off, weave in end. Sew ears to both sides of the head. Fasten off, weave in ends.

Tail-
Cut 2 yarn strands 27 inches long on the following colors:
Buff
Cafe
Pale Yellow

Fold in half, and make wrapping the yarn around your thumb, make a knot, leaving a small loop on top to sew tail with.
Now, divide the strands in 3 sections of 2 strands each and braid.
Wrap again around your thumb and make a knot. Cut the ends evenly to make a tassel of the end of the tail.
Measure center of Back, and pin the tail. Thread a blunt needle with yarn and sew tail in place through the loop you left on top. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Note 1- If you would like a thick tail, cut 3 or 4 strands per tail color and proceed as explained above.
Note 2- Sew firmly because you know that children like to pull tails!

You’re done!
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Cowletta Moolove Funmigurumi

2011-04-18T22:19:00.000-07:00

With Cowletta, we will start a new family of Funmigurumi, the Moolove family, straight out of a green and pretty prairie!
The idea for this funmigurumi came from a personal request from a special crocheter, but it just stirred up things on the farm, so Cowletta wound up having a sister, her name is Milketta. I hear some mooing coming from the pasture so I don’t know if there are more little cows out there or may even a couple of bulls. . . Meantime, enjoy Cowletta until we find out!

Crochet skill: Advanced beginner to intermediate

Size: 10 “ long x 9” wide

Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Burgundy (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Buff (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Carrot (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Claret (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Petal Pink (scraps)
Fiberfill
Crochet hook size H
Scissors
Blunt needle
Measuring tape

Body
Side #1 (Make 2)

With Burgundy, ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Rows 3 to 14- Rep row 2. (15 sc)
Row 15- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Burgundy. Leave long tail to sew with. (15 sc)
Row 16- Join Buff. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 17- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 18 to 29- Rep row 17.
Row 30- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. (15 sc)

Side #2 (Make 2)

With Claret, ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Rows 3 to 14- Rep row 2. (15 sc)
Row 15- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Claret. Leave long tail to sew with. (15 sc)
Row 16- Join Carrot. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 17- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 18 to 29- Rep row 17.
Row 30- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. (15 sc)

Place 1 piece of Body side #1 and 1 piece of Body side # 2 together, right sides facing,and threading a blunt needle with the tails left after fastening off, sew the pieces down the middle to join them. Repeat for the back side.
Now, placing both Back and Front of Body with both right sides facing, thread blunt needle with yarn of appropriate colors and sew sides and bottom of Body. Fasten off. Turn inside out and put aside.

Legs-
Leg # 1-
With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Black and weave in ends.
Rnd 7- Join Burgundy. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 8 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Burgundy, leaving long tail to sew with.

Leg #2-
With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Black and weave in ends.
Rnd 7- Join Buff. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 8 to 9- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Buff, weave in ends.
Rnd 10- Join Claret. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 11 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Claret, leaving long tail to sew with.

Arm # 1-
With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- Work 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Black, weave in tail.
Rnd 7- Join Burgundy. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 8- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 9- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Burgundy, weave in tail.
Rnd 10- Join Buff. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Bluff, weave in tail

Arm # 2-
With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- Work 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Black, weave in tail
Rnd 7- Join Carrot. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc)
Rnds 8 to 10- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Carrot, leaving long tail to sew with.

Stuff arms and sew to sides of body, making sure they are at the same level. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Eyes (Make 2)-

With Black, ch 2.
Row 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. DO NOT JOIN INTO A ROUND. Ch 1, turn. (6 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (6 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with and to make eyelashes.

Muzzle-

With Petal Pink, ch 6.
Rnd 1- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across till last ch. 2 sc in last ch,
working now on foundation loops of beginning chain, 1 sc in each loop till last loop, 2 sc in last loop, cl st to join rnd. (13 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in each of next 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, 2 sc in last sc. (20 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of last 7 sc. (22 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc till end of rnd. (24 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of last 7 sc. (26 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 13 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of last 5 sc. (28 sc)
Fasten off Petal Pink, leaving long tail to sew with. Measure Front of Body and center muzzle, pinning it in place all around except point
where you will be inserting the stuffing. Stuff with Fiberfill. Thread blunt needle and sew in place. Fasten off and weave in tail.
Thread blunt needle with Black and embroider nostrils and mouth as you see in photos. Fasten off and weave in tails.

Spots for Front of Body-
Spot #1-
With Black, ch 11.
Row 1- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hk and in each ch across. (10 sc)
Row 2- Sc2 tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till last 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (8 sc)
Row 3- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till last 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (6 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in each sc across. (6 sc)
Row 5- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next sc till end of row. (5 sc)
Row 6- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till end of row. (4 sc)
Row 7- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till end of row. (3 sc)
Row 8- Sc 2 tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in last sc. (2 sc) Fasten off leaving long tail to sew with.
Thread blunt needle. Pin spot to Body and sew with spot between Burgundy and Buff squares as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Spot #2-
With Black, ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hk and in each ch across.(15 sc)
Row 2- Sc2 tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 11 sc, leave last 3 sc unworked. (12 sc)
Row 3- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (10 sc)
Row 4- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, leave last 2 sc unworked. (8 sc)
Row 5- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till last sc. (7 sc)
Row 6- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, sc 2 tog over next 2sc. (5 sc)
Row 7- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 3 sc in last sc. (6 sc)
Row 8- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. (4 sc)
Row 9- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of last 2 sc. (3 sc)
Row 10- 1 sc in each sc across. (3 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Thread blunt needle. Pin spot to bottom of Body and sew with spot between Burgundy and Buff squares as seen in photos. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Spot #3-
With Black, ch 2.
Half Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, but do not join into a rnd. (6 sc)
Half Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc across.(12 sc)
Half Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of last 3 sc. (14 sc)
Thread blunt needle. Pin spot to top of Front and sew in place. Fasten off, weave in thread.

Spots for Back of Body-
Spot #1-
With Black, ch 2.
Half Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, but do not join into a rnd. (6 sc)
Half Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc across.(12 sc)
Half Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of last 3 sc. (14 sc)
Half Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, turn.
Half Rnd 5- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, turn.
Half Rnd 6- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc, sl st in next sc. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Thread blunt needle. Pin spot to Back of Body in between the Burgundy and Buff squares, sew in place. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Spot #2-
With Black, ch 9.
Row 1- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (8 sc)
Row 2- Sl st in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, ch 1, turn, leave last sc unworked. (6 sc)
Row 3- Sl st in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, leave last sc unworked. (4 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in each sc across. (4 sc)
Row 5- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. (3 sc) Fasten off,
leaving long tail to sew with.

Spot #3-
With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (8 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (16 sc)
Rnd 3- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in next sc, rep around, sl st to join rnd. (24 sc) Fasten off,
leaving long tail to sew with.

Tail-
Cut 2 yarn strands 58 inches long on the following colors:
Buff
Claret
Carrot

Fold in half, and make wrapping the yarn around your thumb, make a knot, leaving a small loop on top to sew tail with.
Now, divide the strands in 3 sections of 4 strands each and braid.
Wrap again around your thumb and make a knot. Cut the ends evenly to make a tassel of the end of the tail.
Measure center of Back, and pin the tail. Thread a blunt needle with yarn and sew tail in place through the loop you left
on top. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Note- Sew firmly because you know that children like to pull tails!

Ears-
Ear #1-
With Buff, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 5 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. (5 sc)
Rnd 2- 1 sc in each sc around. (5 sc)
Rnd 3- 2 sc in each sc around. (10 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (15 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (20 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, [1 sc in each of next 2 sc], rep from 3 more times, 1 sc in each of rest sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Set aside for a moment and make Ear Spot as follows:

Ear Spot-

With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Pin to ear and sew in place, making sure you do not catch any of the loops you will need to continue crocheting.
Fasten off, weave in tail. Continue ear as follows:
Ear Rnd-
Rnd 8- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 9- 1 sc in first sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, *1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep from * around. (16 sc)
Set aside for a moment and make "Pink" of Ear as follows:

"Pink" of Ear-

With Petal Pink, ch 2.
Row 1- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Ch 2 turn. (2 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and next sc, and in top of turning ch. Ch 2, turn. (3 sc)
Row 3- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and next sc, and in top of turning ch. Ch 1, turn. (4 sc)
Row 4- 1 sc in each sc across.(4 sc)
Rnds 5 to 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (4 sc)
Row 7- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Pin to back of ear (side opposite to where you sewed the "Spot") and sew in place. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Continue making Ear as follows:
Ear Rnd-
Rnd 8- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 9- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep around. (19 sc)
Rnd 10- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, *1 sc in each of next 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep from * around. (14 sc)
Rnd 11- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of rest sc around.(13 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Ear #2-

With Carrot, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 5 sc in 2nch ch from hook. (5 sc)
Rnd 2- 1 sc in each sc around. (5 sc)
Rnd 3- 2 sc in each sc around. (10 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (15 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (15 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in nect sc, rep from * around. (20 sc)
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. (20 sc)
Set aside for a moment and make "Pink" of Ear as follows:

"Pink" of Ear-

With Petal Pink, ch 2.
Row 1- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Ch 2 turn. (2 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and next sc, and in top of turning ch. Ch 2, turn. (3 sc)
Row 3- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and next sc, and in top of turning ch. Ch 1, turn. (4 sc)
Row 4- 1 sc in each sc across. (4 sc)
Rnds 5 to 6- 1 sc in each sc across. (4 sc)
Row 7- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Pin to back of ear (side opposite to where you sewed the "Spot") and sew in place. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Continue making Ear as follows:
Ear Rnd-
Rnd 8- 1 sc in each sc around. (20 sc)
Rnd 9- 1 sc in first sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, *1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep from * around. (16 sc)
Rnd 10- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, *1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep from * around. (13 sc)
Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around.(13 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Stuff Body and sew top. Fasten off and weave in tail. Place ears on sides of head. Pin down and sew in place. Fasten off and weave in tail.
Done!

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Funmigurumi Monkeyroo No. 12: Kima

2011-04-04T20:36:00.000-07:00

Kima means monkey in Swahili, so I decided that at least one of my monkeyroos would have a "real" monkey name. This is the last monkeyroo of the series, and a good one it has been! I think we have streteched our creativity and love of color, haven't we? We will be moving on to a new Amigurumi next time, but I will reserve it as a surpirse. For now, here's Kima!

Materials: Red Heart worsted weight yarn Orchid (scraps)

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow (scraps)

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Shocking Pink (scraps)

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Spring Green (scraps)

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Petal Pink (scraps)

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Turqua (scraps)

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pumpkin (scraps)

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Delft Blue (scraps)

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Cherry Red (scraps)

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Hot Red (scraps)

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)

Crochet hook size H

Crochet hook size F (only to work on Bangs)

Measuring tape

Pins

Fiberfill

Body Side #1 (Make 2) With Orchid, ch 16.

Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Rows 3 to 7- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Row 8- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Orchid, leaving long tail to sew with. Row 9- Join Bright Yellow. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Rows 10 to 15- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Row 16- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Bright Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with. (15 sc) Row 17- Join Shocking Pink. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Row 18- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Rows 19 to 23- Rep row 18. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Row 24- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Shocking Pink, leaving long tail to sew with. (15 sc) Row 25- Join Spring Green. make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Row 26- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Rows 27 to 31- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Row 32- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Srping Green, leaving long tail to sew with.

Body Side #2 (Make 2) With Delft Blue, ch 16. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Rows 3 to 4- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Row 6- Join Petal Pink. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Rows 7 to 9- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Row 10- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Petal Pink, leaving long tail to sew with. Row 11- Join Turqua. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Row 12- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Rows 13- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Turqua, leaving long tail to sew with. Row 14-Join Pumpkin. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Row 15- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Rows 16 to 19- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15sc) Row 20- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, Pumpkin, leaving long tail to sew with. (15 sc) Row 21- Join Spring Green and work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Row 22- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc) Row 23- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, Spring Green, leaving long tail to sew with. (15 sc) Row 24- Join Cherry red. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc.) Rows 25 to 31- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1 turn. (15 sc) Row 32- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, Cherry Red, leaving long tail to sew with. (15 sc) Sew sides of Body together, making sure that back and front match. Fasten off. Sew bottom. Leave top open for now. Turn inside out.

Arms- Arm # 1- With Cherry Red, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc) Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc) Fasten off Cherry Red. Weave in tail. Rnd 4- Work 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Cherry Red. Weave in tail. Rnd 5- Join Pumpkin. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Rnds 6 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Pumpkin. Weave in tail. Rnd 9- Join Spring Green. make 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Rnd 10- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc )Fasten off Spring Green,leaving long tail to sew with.

Arms- Arm # 2- With Cherry Red, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc) Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc) Fasten off Cherry Red. Weave in tail. Rnd 4- Work 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Cherry Red. Weave in tail. Rnd 5- Join Pumpkin. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Rnds 6 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Fasten off Pumpkin. Weave in tail. Rnd 9- Join Bright Yellow. make 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Rnd 10- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc )Fasten off Spring Green,leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff arms and sew to sides of body, making sure they are at the same level. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Legs- Leg # 1- With Cherry Red, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc) Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc) Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc) Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Cherry Red. Weave in tail. Rnd 6- Join Spring Green. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 7 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Spring Green, leaving long tail to sew with.

Legs- Leg # 2- Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc) Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc) Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc) Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Cherry Red. Weave in tail. Rnd 6- Join Petal Pink. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 8- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Petal Pink, weave in tail. Rnd 9- Join Turqua. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 10- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Turqua, weave in tail. (24 sc) Rnd 11- Join Delft Blue. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Delft Blue, leaving long tail to sew with. (24 sc) Stuff legs and sew to body. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Muzzle- With Hot Red, ch 12. Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 2 in last ch of row, turn to work in foundation loops. Row 2- 1 sc in each of next 8 foundation loops, 2 sc in last loop, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off Hot red, weave in tail. Rnd 3- Join Pumpkin. Work 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 12 sc, 2 sc in last sc of rnd. Rnd 4- 1 sc in each sc around, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off Pumpkin, weave in tail. (27 sc) Rnd 5- Join Petal Pink. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (27 sc) Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Thread a blunt needle with Black and stitch two nostrils on the muzzle. fasten off. Stuff muzzle and pin to body, maing sure you center it well. Thread blunt needle with leftover tail and sew in place. Fasten off, weave in tail. Take out pins.

Eyes- (Make 2) With Black, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Pin eyes in face as seen in photos, use leftover tails to sew in place. Fasten off, weave in tail. Take out pins. Embroider eyelashes as seen in photos. Eyebrows- Thread blunt needle with Black and stitch brows as you see in photos.

Bangs: Measure and cut 6 Bright Yellow strands of yarn, each 7 inches long. Fold strand in half and, inserting hook in crocheted fabric of Kima's head, pull the yarn through, then insert the ends through the loop form and tighten. Repat with each strand of bang. Attach 3 folded pieces on the left side of Front of Body, counting from the center dividing line where you sewed the two sides together, then attach 3 folded strands on the right side. Trim to the height of eyelashes.

Tail- With Pumpkin, ch 43. Row 1- 4 dc in 4th ch from hk, *4 dc in next ch, 5 dc in next ch, 4 dc in next ch, 5 dc in next ch, rep from * across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Using mesuring tape, find center of Back of Body and pin tail there, sew in place. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Ears- Ear # 1 (Make 2) With Bright Yellow, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc) Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc) Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. (24 sc) Fasten off, weave in tail in one piece, leave long tail in the other piece to sew with.

Ear # 2 (Make 2) With Spring Green, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc) Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc) Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. (24 sc) Fasten off, weave in tail in one piece, leave long tail in the other piece to sew with. Place two pieces together, wrong sides facing each other and right sides facing outward and whipstitch all around, except for bottom which you will leave open to attach to toy. Attach to side of Kima's head and sew in place. Repeat with other ear, making sure you attach both at the same level of head. Fasten off, weave in tails. Stuff body, sew top. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Done!

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Funmigurumi Monkeyroo No. 11: Mango

2011-03-17T23:01:00.000-07:00

We have had a lot of fun making these colorful monkeys, and Mango is no exception! Following the style characteristic of Funmigurumi but with sock monkey fetures, Mango is just as cute as he is easy to make! He is also a scrap buster! Materials: Red Heart worsted weight yarn Kelly Green Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pumpkin Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps) Red Heart worsted weight yarn Honeydew (scraps) Crochert hook size H Scissors Blunt needle Fibertfill Measuring tape Pins Body (Make 2)- With Kelly Green ch 31. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. (30 sc) Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (30 sc) Ch 1, turn. Rows 3 to 6- Rep row 2. Row 7- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Kelly Green, leaving long tail to sew with. Row 8- Join Spring Green. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 9 to 14- Rep row 2. Ch 1, turn. Row 15- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Spring Green, leaving long tail to sew with. First Half of Row 16- Join Pumpkin. Work 1 sc in each of first 15 sc, ch 1, turn. First Half of Row 17- 1 sc in each of first 15 sc, ch 1, turn. First Half of Row 18- Rep Row 17. First Half of Row 19- Rep row 17. First Half of Row 20- Rep row 17. First Half of Rows 21 to 29- Rep row 17. First Half of Row 30- 1 sc in each of first 15 sc. Fasten off Pumpkin, leaving long tail to sew with. Second Half of Row 16- Join Bright Yellow. Work 1 sc in each lof last 15 sc of row. Ch 1, turn. Second Half of Row 17- 1 sc in each of last 15 sc. Ch 1, turn. Second Half of Rows 18 to 29- Rep row 17. Second Half of Row 30- 1 sc in each of last 15 sc. Fasten off Bright Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with. Note- Make sure you start both sides on the same side so that the stitches will look even and not mismatched. Thread a blunt needle and sew the two pieces of the half of row together to form a whole row. Fasten off. Weave in tail.

Arms- Arm # 1- With Cherry Red, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc) Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc) Fasten off Cherry Red. Weave in tail. Rnd 4- Join Pumpkin. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Rnds 6 to 10- Rep rnd 5. Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc )Fasten off Pumpkin,leaving long tail to sew with. Arm #2- With Cherry Red, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc) Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc) Fasten off Cherry Red. Weave in tail. Rnd 4- Join Bright Yellow. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc) Rnds 6 to 10- Rep rnd 5. Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. (18 sc )Fasten off Bright Yellow,leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff arms with Fiberfill and sew to body following photos, making sure you place them at the same level. Fasten off. Weave in tails. Legs- Leg #1 With Cerry Red, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc) Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc) Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc) Fasten off Cherry Red. Weave in tails. Rnd 5- Join Spring Green, work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnds 6 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 9- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Spring Green, weave in tail. Rnd 10- Join Kelly Green, work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnds 11 to 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Kelly Green, leaving long tail to sew with. Leg #2 With Cherry Red, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc) Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc) Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc) Fasten off Cherry Red. Weave in tails. Rnd 5- Join Pumpkin. Work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Pumpkin, weave in tails. Rnd 8- Join Spring Green, work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 9- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 10- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Spring Green, weave in tail. Rnd 11- Join Kelly Green. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 12- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Rnd 13- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Kelly green, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff legs and sew them to body. Fasten off. Weave in tails. Tail- With Pumpkin, ch 53. Row 1- 4 dc in 4th ch from hook, 5 dc in next ch, *5 dc in next ch. Rep from * across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Ears- Front Side (make 2): With Shocking Pink, Ch 2. Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, weave in tail. Measure back, center tail and pin down and sew. Fasten off. Stuff legs and sew in place, matching the pattern to corresponding side of body. Fasten off. Stuff arms and sew in place, matching design to side of body. Fasten off. Muzzle- With Cherry Red, ch 11. Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 2 in last ch of row, turn to work in foundation loops. Row 2- 1 sc in each of next 8 foundation loops, 2 sc in last loop, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 3- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 10 sc, 2 sc in last sc of rnd. Fasten off Cherry Red. Weave in tail. Rnd 4- Join Honeydew. Work 2 in each of 1st 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 11 sc, 2 sc in each of next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of last 10 sc of rnd. Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Thread a blunt needle with Black and stitch two nostrils on the muzzle. fasten off. Eyes (Make 2)- With Black, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew with. Pin eyes in place as seen in photos, thread blunt needle with leftover tail and sew each eye in place. Fasten off. Thread blunt needle with Black and embroider eyebrows. Ears- Ear #1- Front- With Cherry Red, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off Cherry Red. Weave in tail. Rnd 4- Join Honeydew. 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off. Weave in tail. Back- With Pumpkin, ch 2. Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Place both sides of ears together, wrong sides facing and right sides facing you, thread blunt needle with leftover yarn tail and sew all around ear, leaving bottom open to attach to side of body. As soon as you stuff and close top of body, attach open part to side of body and sew ear in place. Fasten off, weave in tail. Ear #2- Front- With Cherry Red, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off Cherry Red. Weave in tail. Rnd 4- Join Honeydew. 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off. Weave in tail. Back- With Bright Yellow, ch 2. Rnds 1 to 5- Rep as for Back of Earn #1. Place both sides of ears together, wrong sides facing and right sides facing you, thread blunt needle with leftover yarn tail and sew all around ear, leaving bottom open to attach to side of body. Attach open part to side of body and sew ear in place. Fasten off, weave in tail. Stuff body, thread blunt needle with yarn and sew Pumpkin side with Pumpkin, fasten off. Weave in tail. Sew Bright Yellow side with Bright Yellow. Fasten off, weave in tail. Attach and sew ears. Fasten off. Done!

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Funmigurumi Monkeyroo No. 10: Twigger

2011-02-14T16:57:00.001-08:00

Twigger is a special little monkeyroo in the sense that he is also a scrap-buster!
Full of color and aglow with an enthusiastic personality, he would be the beloved friend
of any Ami lover, young or all-grown up!

Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn scraps in the following colors:
Turqua
Bright Yellow
Shocking Pink
Spring Green
Blue
Pumpkin
Coffee
Black
Crochert hook size H
Scissors
Blunt needle
Fibertfill
Measuring tape
Pins

Body
First Side (Make 2)-
With Shocking Pink, Ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn (15 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Rows 3 to 10- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1 turn. (15 sc)
Row 11- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Shocking Pink, leaving long tail to sew with. (15 sc)
Row 12- Join Bright Yellow. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Rows 13 to 20- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Row 21- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Bright Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with. (15 sc)
Row 22- Join Turqua. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Row 23- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Rows 24 to 30- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Row 31- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Turqua, leaving long tail to sew with.
Place both pieces, right side facing each other and wrong sides facing you, and using tails left over, sew both sides together across one of the two edges,leaving the other one open.

Second Side (Make 2)-
With Spring Green, ch 32.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. (31 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (31 sc)
Rows 3 to 4- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (31 sc)
Row 5- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Spring Green, leaving long tail to sew with. (31 sc)
Row 6- Join Blue. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (31 sc)
Rows 7 to 9- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (31 sc)
Row 10- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Blue, leaving long tail to sew with. (31 sc)
Row 11- Join Pumpkin. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (31 sc)
Rows 12 to 14- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (31 sc)
Row 15- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. (31 sc)
Match the two pieces, right sides facing each other, wrong sides facing outward. Sew the two identical pieces together across their left edge. Fasten off.
Turn the pieces to the wrong side and sew down the middle edge both at the front and back, thus forming the body with vertical lines on one side and horizontal lines on the opposite side. Sew both as well. Fasten off. Leave top open for now.

First Leg-
With Turqua, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.(6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnds 5 to 7- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, Turqua. Weave in tail.
Rnd 8- Join Bright Yellow, 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 9 to 11- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Bright Yellow. (24 sc)
Rnd 12- Join Shocking pink. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 13 to 15- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off Turqua, leaving long tail to sew with.

Second Leg-
With Blue, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.(18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc) Fasten off Blue. Weave in tail.
Rnd 5- Join Pumpkin, work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 6 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around.Fasten off Pumpkin. (24 sc)
Rnd 9- Join Spring Green. Make 1 sc i n each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 10 to 15- Work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc) Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

First Arm-
With Turqua, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off Turqua.
Rnd 5- Join Shocking Pink, work 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 6 to 10- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Shocking Pink.
Rnds 11 to 20- Join Bright Yellow, make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Second Arm- With Pumpkin, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnds 5 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Pumpkin.
Rnd 9- Join Blue. Make 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 10 to 14- 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 15- Join Spring Green. Work 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 16 to 20- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Tail- With Pumpkin, ch 53.
Row 1- 4 dc in 4th ch from hook, 5 dc in next ch, *5 dc in next ch. Rep from * across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Ears- Front Side (make 2): With Shocking Pink, Ch 2. Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook and sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, weave in tail.

Measure back, center tail and pin down and sew. Fasten off.
Stuff legs and sew in place, matching the pattern to corresponding side of body. Fasten off. Stuff arms and sew in place, matching design to
side of body. Fasten off.

Muzzle- With Bright Yellow, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook and sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (16 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (30 sc)
Rnds 6 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around. (30 sc) Fasten off Bright Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with.
Mouth-

Inside of Mouth- With Petal Pink, ch 6.
Row 1- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (5 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Lips-

With Shocking Pink, ch 2.
Row 1- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, turn.
Row 2- Insert hook in little loop formed at the side of the sc, pull up loop, yo and pull yarn through all loops. Turn.
Row 3- Insert hook in two loops formed on the side of stitches made, pull up loop, yo and pull yarn through all loops. Turn.
Rows 4 to 14- Rep row 3. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Pin inside of mouth to center of muzzle, thread blunt needle and sew in place. Fasten off. Place the cord for the "lips" all around inside of mouth and sew in place.
Fasten off.
Measure "face" and center muzzle. Pin in place, leaving a hole to stuff it through. Thread needle and sew in place. Fasten off.

Eyes- (Make 2)
With Coffee, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. (6 sc) Fasten off.
Pin eyes in place above muzzle as seen in photos and sew in place. Fasten off.

Ears-
Ear #1-
Front-
With Turqua, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off. Weave in tail.
Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Back-
With Turqua, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off. Weave in tail.
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off. Weave in tail.

Ear #2-
Front-
With Spring Green, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off. Weave in tail.
Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Back-
With Spring Green, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off. Weave in tail.
Note- If you are thinking, one ear side is bigger than the other one, I answer, yes! When you sew them,
the ear will curl slightly and will have a more "natural" look.

Place ear rounds together with wrong sides facing inward and right sides facing outward and sew all around, except bottom of ear.
Leave that open to insert into toy, to give more strength to the ear.
Sew eyes in place using leftover tails. Thread needle with a bit of Black and embroider 2 dots for nostrils in top center of muzzle, between eyes. Fasten off.
Make a Black dot in center of each eye. Fasten off. Still with Black, embroider eyebrows on top of eyes. Fasten off.
Stuff body. Sew top of body using leftover tails. Fasten off. Weave in ends. Attach ears as seen in photos, pin down and sew in place.
Fasten off. Weave in tials.
Done!

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From Stress to Joy

Funmigurumi Monkeyroo No. 9: Pomelo (Baby Rattle)

2011-02-08T18:35:00.000-08:00

A baby can get bored as the day is long, and that means he or she can get fussy and cranky, and your day can turn into a nightmare!
Why not give baby something fun to rattle around and giggle at? Pomelo is the right answser! This is an easy sock monkey-style rattle you can make with scraps of yarn!
It is fun and can be put together pretty quickly if you have the materials on hand.

Materials:

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Shocking Pink
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pretty'N Pink
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Petal Pink
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Spring Green
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Tea Green
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Coffee
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Hot Red
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black
1 sheet of plastic canvas (white)
1 Cat toy with a bell inside (you can get them at the pet aisle of your local store)
Fiberfill
Scissors
Measuring tape
Blunt needle
Sewing needle
Strong quilting thread
Pins
Crochet hook size H
Crochet hook size C (only for Bangs)

Head-With Shocking Pink, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep aropund (18 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc) Fasten off Socking Pink. Weave in tail.

Rnd 5- Join Pretty'N Pink, Work 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (30 sc)
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. (30 sc) Fasten off Pretty'N Pink, weave in tail.
Rnd 8- Join Petal Pink, make 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. (34 sc)
Rnd 9- 1 sc in each sc around. (34 sc)
Rnd 10- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. (40 sc)
Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. (40 sc)
Rnd 12- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, *1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep from * around. (32 sc)
Rnd 13- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc,
1 sc in each of next 7 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of last 2 sc. (29 sc)
Rnd 14- 1 sc in each of first 7 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of last 4 sc.
(26 sc) Fasten off, Petal Pink. Weave in tail.
Rnd 15- Join Spring Green. Work 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, *1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep from * around. 1 sc in last sc of round. (21 sc)

For now, we will stop working on the actual head, because it is easier to attach the features while the head is open and has not been stuffed yet.
Mouth- With Black, Ch 7.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. (6 sc)Fasten off, weave in tail.
Round 2- Join Hot Red. Work 3 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 3 sc in next sc, (you will now work on foundation loops of sc row)1 sc in each of next 4 loops, 3 sc in last loop, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leavinglong tail to sew with. Center mouth right under last Pretty 'N Pink round and sew in place. Fasten off.

Nose- With Black, thread blunt needle and embroider the nostrils of the nose as seen in photos. Fasten off.
Eyes- (Make 2)With Coffee, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Pin eyes down above nostrils and theading a blunt needle with leftover tails, sew in place. Fasten off.
Bangs- Measure and Cut 5 4-1/2" lengths of Shocking Pink yarn.
Fold yarn and using hook C, pull middle of folded yarn piece through sc in 1st round at top of Pomelo's head, pass ends of the yarn through loop just formed and pull to tighten. Repeat until you have attached all the "hair" of the bangs. Trim to fall just above eyes.
Ears (Make 4)- With Pretty 'N Pink, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st join rnd. (6 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (18 sc) Fasten off.

Place two pieces of ear together, wrong sides facing each other and right sides facing you and sew all around, except for bottom. Attach the bottom opening to Pomelo's ears to Pretty' N Pink portion of head. Pin and sew in place. Fasten off.

Finish Head as follows:

Rnd 16- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, [1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc] rep 3 times, 1 sc in each of last 2 sc. (16 sc)

Rnd 17- Insert cat ball and stuffing. 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, [1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc,] rep around. 1 sc in each of last 2 sc. (13 sc)
Rnd 18- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep around. (11 sc) Set aside for now.
Handle-
Cut a piece of sturdy plastic canvas 2-3/8" wide by 4-1/2" high.
Cut a good amount of strong thread, fold in half and thread a sewing needle with it. Bend the plastic canvas into a tube and sew the side, top and bottom of it to secure it.

Handle Cover-
With Spring Green, ch 18
Row 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. (17 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (17 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 6- Rep row 2.
Row 7- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Spring Green.
Row 8- Join Tea Leaf. Work 1 sc in each sc across.
Rows 9 to 13- 1 sc in each sc across.
Row 14- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Fold this cover around the tube you just made.
Insert a bell into the tube if you want, (I did. The cat ball pack brought some that had spikes on them. I took a pair of flat plyers and pulled
them open, got the bell out and dropped into the tube. You can also drop 3 or 4 dried beans into the tube.) That way there will be more rattling and more fun for baby.

Thread the blunt needle with Tea Leaf yarn and by making long stitches, close the bottom of the tube. Fasten off, weave in tail. Repeat with the top of the tube. Fasten off. Weave in tail.
Insert the top of the tube into the bottom of Pomelo's head. Fasten off Spring Green while leaving a long tail to sew with. Thread blunt needle with that tail and sew all around tube. Fasten off.
Weave in tail.
Done! Baby has a new toy.

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Funmigurumi Monkeyroo No. 8: Scoots

2011-01-16T17:47:00.000-08:00

I'm fighting a tough pneumonia and making headwave little by little. Meantime, I had to crochet (aside from reading, that's my favorite thing to do!) This is the result, hope you like it!

Materials:

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Turqua
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Hot Red (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Blue (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Spring Green (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Coffee (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn White
Red Heart worsted weight Shocking Pink
Fiberfill
Scissors
Pins
Measuring tape
Crochet hook size H

Body-
Front- Side #1:
With Turqua, ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 30- Rep row 2. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Front- Side #2:
With Spring Green, ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 5- Rep row 2. Fasten off Spring Green. Weave in tail.
Row 6- Join Blue. Work 1 sc in each sc across.(15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 7- 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 8 to 10- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Blue, weave in tail.
Row 11- Join Hot Red. Make 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 12 to 20- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Hot Red, weave in tail.
Row 21- Join Bright Yellow. Work 1 sc in each sc across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Rows 22 to 30- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Bright Yellow, weave in tail.
Thread a blunt needle and sew Front Side # 1 of Bod to Front Side # 2. Fasten off.

Back- With Turqua, ch 31.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. (30 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. (30 sc)
Rows 3 to 29- Rep row 2.
Row 30- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Thread a blunt needle and sew Front and Back sides of Body together. Fasten off.
Sew Bottom of Body closed. Fastewn off. Leave top open for now.

First Leg-
With Blue, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, Blue. Weave in tail.
Rnd 6- Join Spring Green, 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 7 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Spring Green.
Rnd 9- Join Hot Red. Make 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 10 to 15- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Hot Red, leaving long tail to sew with.

Second Leg-
With Hot Red, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, Hot Red. Weave int ail.
Rnd 6- Join Bright Yellow. 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 7- 1 sc i n each sc around. Fasten off Bright Yellow. Weave in tail.
Rnd 8- Join Turqua. Work 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 9 to 15- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

First Arm-
With Turqua, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 6 to 22- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Second Arm- With Spring Green, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnds 5 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Spring Green.
Rnd 9- Join Blue. Make 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 10 to 15- 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 16- Join Hot Red. Work 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 17 to 22- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Muzzle- With Shocking pink. ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of 1s 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off Shocking Pink. Join Bright Yellow.
Rnds 5 to 6- 1 sc in each of 1st 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnds 7 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around.
Half rnd- Work 15 sc (1 in each of next 15 sc) sl st in next sc. Fasten off.
"Lips"- With Shocking Pink, ch 2.
1 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Turn. Insert hook in loop formed on the side, pull up loop, make sc. Turn.
*Insert hook in the 2 loops formed on the side, pull up loop, make sc as usual. Turn. Rep from * until you have completed a cord 3" long.
Thread a needle with Bright Yellow and set aside.
To Make "Mouth" on Muzzle- With your fingers "pinch" the lower part of the muzzle, so as to make a crease in the Shocking pink thus forming a "lip."
While holding the "lip", begin to stitch it secure on the back with bright Yellow thread. Fasten off.
Place the Shocking Pink already made against the upper part of the "mouth." Pin. Thread blunt needle with Shocking Pink and sew in place using the loops on the one of the sides of the cord.
(DO NOT SEW BOTH SIDES OF CORD.) Fasten off.
You now have protuding "lips" that can be moved around. Measure Front center Muzzle and pin down. Stuff through sides. Sew in place. Stuff arms and sew in place.

Ears
Ear #1- (Make 2):
With Turqua, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with in one of both sides.
Sew both pieces together, leaving the bottom part open.

Ear #2 (Make 2):
With Spring Green, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with in one of both sides.
Sew both pieces together, leaving the bottom part open.
Sew open part of each ear to side of head as shown in photos. Fasten off.

Tail- With Turqua, ch 53.
Row 1- 4 dc in 4th ch from hook, 5 dc in next ch, *5 dc in next ch. Rep from *across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Measure the Back, center tail, pin down. Thread blunt needle and sew tail in place. Fasten off.
Stuff arms and sew in place as shown in photos.

Eyes- (Make 2): With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off.
Rnd 2- Join Coffee. 2 sc in each of 1st 3 sc, sl st in next sc. Fasten off. Rnd 3- Join White, 1 sc in eachof first 7 sc, 1 hdc in each of next 2 sc. Fasten off,
leaving long tail to sew with. Pin eyes on top of muzzle. Fasten off.
Stuff Body and sew bottom. Fasten off. Stuff legs and sew to Body. Fasten off.

Done!

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Funmigurumi Monkeyroo 7: (Baby Rattle) Carambola

2010-12-21T18:48:00.001-08:00

Carambolas are a delicious tropical fruit, and I'm sure that if monkeys would have access to them, they would love'em, hence the name for this little cutie.
This is a wonderful, fun toy that you can make in almost no time at all with hardly any yarn!

Materials:Red Heart worsted weight yarn Gold (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pumpkin (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Spring Green (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight Cherry Red (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight Shocking Pink (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight Pretty 'N Pink (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight Black (scraps)
3 Cat balls (they are balls that have a bell inside and can be found at the pet aisle)
Scissors
Blunt needle
Crochet size H
Measuring tape
Fiberfill
Monkeyroo Side #1 (Make 2)- With Gold Ch 9.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 12- Rep row 2.
Fasten off, weave in tail,
Monkeyroo Side # 2 (Make 2)- With Pumpkin, ch 9.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn.
Row 3 to 6- Rep row 2.
Fasten off Pumpkin, weave in yarn.
Row 7- Join Spring Green. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn.
Rows 8 to 12- Work 1 sc in each sc across.
Fasten off, weave in tail.
With one piece of Side #1 and Side #2, Right Side facing, sew center part and fasten off. Repeat for Back of Toy. Join Shocking Pink.
Color Edge- Row 1- Sc all around, adding 1 extra sc to each corner.
Row 2- Rep row 1. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Thread blunt needle with tail and sew all around, except bottom.
Set aside.
Ears (make 4)- With Shocking Pink, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- Work 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with in at least two of the pieces.
Weave in tail in the other two. Thread blunt needle with tail you just left hanging from one of the ear sides and sew it to an ear side that you left without tail, leaving the bottom open to attach it to the toy. Repeat with the other ear.
Once you have both ears ready. count 6 rows (from top Shocking Pink down,) and attach open end of ear to 6th row, pin, and sew. Fasten off. Repeat on the other side. Making sure that both ears are at the same level.
Ball Handle-
Ball #1- With Cherry Red, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. Insert cat ball in the forming circle and continue crocheting with cat ball inside.
Rnds 4 to 5- 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep around. 1 sc in last sc of rnd.
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Ball #2- With Spring Green, repeat all the rounds as for Ball #1, inserting cat ball also right after rnd 3.
Sew Ball #1 to bottom of Ball #2. Fasten off.
Muzzle- With Pretty 'N Pink, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep around.
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Thread a blunt needle with Black and embroider mouth as seen in photos.
Embroider two dots for nostrils. Fasten off. Stuff with Fiberfill.
Measure Front of toy, center muzzle, pin down and sew. Fasten off.
Eyes- With Black, Ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Pin eyes to sides of muzzle and sew in place. Fasten off.

Stuff toy with Fiberfill and insert last cat toy into it, burying it into the stuffing so that it will not protude. Close bottom. Fasten off.

Sew Ball Handle" to bottom, centering it. Fasten off.

Done!

Hope the precious wee little baby you give this to will really enjoy it!

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Funmigurumi Monkeyroo No. 6: Peanuts

2010-11-29T19:59:00.000-08:00

Remember that I told you guys that before long I would wind up making the monkeys with colors all over? Well, I couldn't help myself with this one! I love the old-fashioned patchwork style toys, so whenever the pattern idea I have in mind allows it, I love to make them in that style. Peanuts is somewhat of a combination of that and sock monkey. This toy is also a stash buster, you can use up colorful scraps and make a fun toy to make a child happy! Peanuts is a chubby and stubby monkeyroo, not as "tall" as the others we have made.

Materials:

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pumpkin
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Blue (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Spring Green (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Shocking Pink (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Coffee or Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pretty 'N Pink
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Cherry Red (scraps)
Sizes C or B and size H crochet hooks
Scissors
Meaturing tape
Pins
Blunt needle
Fiberfill

Body (Make 2)- With Pretty 'N Pink, ch 31.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (30 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 5- Rep row 2. Fasten off Pretty 'N Pink, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 6- Join Spring Green. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn.
Rows 7 to 10- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Fasten off Spring Green, leaving long tail to sew with. (30 sc)
Row 11- Join Pumpkin. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn.
Rows 12 to 15- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Fasten off Pumpkin, leaving long tail to sew with.

Row 16 (First Side)- Join Bright Yellow. Work 1 sc in eachof first 15 sc. Ch 1, turn. Leave the rest unworked. (15 sc)
Rows 17 to 25- Make 1 sc in each sc across those 15 sts. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Fasten off Bright Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 16 (Second Side)- Join Blue. Work 1 sc in each of next 15 sc. Ch 1, turn. (15 sc)
Rows 17 to 25- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Fasten off,leaving long tail to sew with.
Using tails you left, sew slits closed. Place front and back together, Wrong Sides facing and making sure the Back and the Front match, sew sides and bottom, leaving top open. Fasten off.

Arms-
Arm #1- With Pretty 'N Pink, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch fron hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Fasten off Pretty 'N Pink. Weave in tail. Rnd 4- Join Spring Green, make 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 5 to 9- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Spring Green. Weave in tail.
Rnd 10- Join Pumpkin. Work 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 11 to 23- Work 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Set aside.
Arm #2- With Spring Green, ch 2. Rnds 1 to 6- rep first 6 rnds as for Arm #1. Fasten off Srping Green. Weave in tail.
Rnd 7- Join Pumpkin. 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 8 to 10- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Pumpkin, weave in tail. Rnd 11- Join Bright Yellow. Work 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 12 to 15- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Bright Yellow, weave in tail.
Rnd 16- Join Blue. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 17 to 18- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Blue. Weave int ail. Rnd 19- Join Pretty 'N Pink. Work 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 20 to 23- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Pretty 'N Pink, leaving long tail to sew with.

Legs-
Leg #1- With Shocking Pink, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- Work 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc inb each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnds 5 to 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Shocking Pink, weave in tail.
Rnd 7- Join Spring Green. Work 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 8 to 9- 1 sc in each sc around.
Fasten off Spring Green, weave int ail.
Rnd 10- Join Pretty 'N Pink. Make 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 11 to 15- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Pretty 'N Pink, leaving long tail to sew with.
(Don't try to match up the length of the legs and the arms, remember that monkeys have longer arms than legs.)
Leg #2- With Blue, ch 2.
Rnds 1 to 7- Work as for first 7 rnds of Leg #1. Fasten off Blue. Weave in tail.
Rnd 8- Join Shocking Pink. Work 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 9- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Shocking Pink. Weave in tail.
Rnd 10- Join Pumpkin. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Pumpkin. Weave in tail. Rnd 12- Join Pretty 'N Pink. Make 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 13 to 15- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off pretty 'N Pink, leaving long tail to sew with.

Stuff legs with Fiberfill and sew in place, following photos. Fasten off.
Tail- With pumpkin, ch 53.
Make 4 dc in 4th ch fron hook, 5 dc in next ch, *5 dc in next ch, rep from * across. Measure back of Peanuts, center tail on the Pumpkin stripe and pin in place. Sew securely (kids like to pull these types of toys by their tail.)
Ears-
Ear #1- Front: With Blue, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- Work 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off Blue. Weave in tail.
Rnd 4- Join Bright Yellow. Work 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off. Weave in tail.
Back of Ear # 1- With Bright Yellow, repeat first 5 rows as for Front of Ear. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Sew both Front and Back of ear together, using tail to sew with, and leaving bottom open to attach to Peanuts.
Ear #2- Front: With Shocking Pink, repeat rnds 1 to 3 as for Ear #1. Fasten off Shocking Pink.
Rnds 4 to 5- Join Blue and rep rnds 4 to 5 as for Ear #1. Fasten off. Weave int ail.
Back of Ear # 2- With Blue, rep all the rows as for Back of Ear #1. Sew as you did other ear.
Attach open part of Ear #1 to side of Peanuts and sew using tail, fasten off. Weave in tail.
Attach open part of Ear #2 to side of Peanuts as seen in photos and sew in place. Fasten off. Weave in tail.
Stuff arms with Fiberfill and attach to sides of Peanuts as seen in photos. Fasten off.
Muzzle and "Mouth"- With Cerry Red, ch 12.
Rnd 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across till last ch, 2 sc in last ch. Turn and work 1 sc in each foundation loop till last one, 2 sc in last foundation loop. Sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Cherry Red. Weave in tail.
Rnd 3- Join Pumpkin. 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, frep from * around. 1 sc in last sc.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. 2 sc in each of last 2 sc.
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. 1 sc in last sc.
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each of first 7 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, *1 sc in each of next 7 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep from * around.
Rnd 8- 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 9- 1 sc in each sc around. Ch 1, turn.

Row 10- 1 sc in each of first 18 sc, sl st in next sc. Fasten off.
Thread a blunt needle with Pumpkin. With fingers, "pinch" the 2 above the red and, while, holding in place, secure the fold on the wrong side by sitching across. Fasten off. Repeat with the 2 rows below the red. You just formed Peanuts' "lips. Now, make a few stitches on each corner of the mouth. Fasten off.
Measure Front. Stuff Muzzle, pin in place and sew. Fasten off.
Eyes- With Black or Coffee, ch 2.

Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. Leave long tail to sew with. Pin eyes in place above Muzzle as you see in photos. Thread blunt needle with tail and sew in place. Fasten off.

"Bangs"- With Pretty'N Pink, ch 16.

1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Without closing the top of the monkeyroo, sew this strip to the Front, (centered) using top loops of strip. Fasten off. Measure and cut about 12 seven inch-long pieces of Pretty'N Pink, fond in half, ends matching, and taking a size C or B crochet hook, insert hook in strip, pull center of folded yarn through and then, helping yourself with the hook, pass ends through that loop. Pull. Bang secured. Repeat across as you wish.

Stuff Peanuts' body, sew top. Fasten off.

Done!

"He who has given you life knows your need of food to sustain it. He who created the body is not unmindful of your need of raiment. Will not He who has bestowed the greater gift bestow also what is needed to make it complete?
Jesus pointed His hearers to the birds as they warbled their carols of praise, unencumbered with thoughts of care, for "they sow not, neither do they reap"; and yet the great Father provides for their needs. And He asks, "Are not ye of much more value than they?"
"No sparrow falls without His care,
No soul bows low but Jesus knows;
For He is with us everywhere,
And marks each bitter tear that flows.
And He will never, never, never
Forsake the soul that trusts Him ever." . . .
Lift HIM Up, 73.

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Funmigurumi Monkeyroo 5: (Baby Rattle) Amapola

2010-11-09T20:12:00.000-08:00

Amapolas are "poppies" in Spanish. The most common are huge red ones. This baby rattle is red and I thought Amapola was a great name for a monkey. Don't you think? It is a fun name and this is a fun toy. It is also very easy to make. I thought to name it "LoudLee" because it "rattles" really well while it bobs its head back and forth, but thought better of it when I ran into Amapola again.

Amapola is a "sockie" monkeyroo, in other words, a sock-monkey-style rattle. Hope you like her!
Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Hot Red
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pumpkin (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Cherry Red (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Turqua (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow (scraps)
Fiberfill
Crochet hook size H
Blunt needle
2 cat balls (found at most stores in the pet isle. They're plastic, with a bell inside)
4 jingle bells (found at craft stores and even at WalMart during Holiday season. I used 16 mm ones, they come in a pack of 45 pieces.)

Head (Make 2)- With Hot Red, ch 16.
Row 1- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. (15 sc) Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn (15 sc)
Rows 3 to 12- Rep row 2. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
With both Right Sides facing, sew both pieces together. Fasten off. Sew top. Fasten off. weave in tails. Leave bottom opened.
Round 13- Join Cherry Red. Work 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, *1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc.
Round 14- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc,
Round 15- 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc,
1 sc in each sc till end of rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew.
Muzzle- With Black, ch 7.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch till last ch, 2 sc in last ch. Turn around and make 1 sc in each loop of foundation chain till you reach the last one. 2 sc in that last loop, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off Black. Weave in tails.
Rnd 2- Join Hot Red. Ch 1, 1 sc in same spot as ch 1, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc,
1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 2 sc in last 2 sc. sl st to join rnd (bypass ch 1 at beg of rnd.) (Mouth Made)
Rnd 3- Join Bright Yellow. 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. End rnd with 1 sc in each of last 2 sc.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 11 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc till end of rnd.
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. 1 sc in last sc.
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 7- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, *1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep from * around.
End round by working 1 sc in each of last 2 sc. Sl st to join rnd. Fasten off bright Yellow. Thread a blunt needle with Black. Stitch two nostrils and fasten off.
Pin muzzle to front of Head, thread blunt needle with tail and sew. Fasten off. Weave in tail.
Eyes (Make 2)- With Black Ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Pin eyes on top of euzzle and sew. Fasten off. Weave in tails.
Ears (Make 2)- With Cherry Red, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Sew to sides of "Head" making sure they are at the same height. Fasten off. Weave in tails.
Base of Handle- (crocheted Covering)-With Pumpkin, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Rnd 2- Join Cherry Red. Make 2 sc in each sc acround. Rnd 3- 1 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnds 4 to 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 7- Insert cat toy into crocheted covering. Work sc 2 tog over first 2 sc, *1 sc in each of next 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc,
rep from * around. Rnd 8- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in last sc.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew with (yes, you leave it "open.") Weave in tail.
Rnd 9- Join Turqua. Work 2 sc in first 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of last 5 sc. Rnd 10- Make 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 12- Insert 2 jingle bells. Sc2tog over first 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of last 2 sc. Insert 2 more jingle bells on top of previous two.
Rnd 13- 1 sc, sc2tog all around until hole is closed. Rattle's handle is made. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Optional- Thread a blunt needle with Cherry red and make loops at the top of Amapola's head, simply by going in and out sc loops and fasten off on the inside of Head.
How to finish toy: Insert second cat toy ball into Head. Stuff with Fiberfill. Insert handle into bottom of head. Weave red tail in an out of remaining stitches in head and pull to close around edge of handle.
Sew them all together really well so handle will not come off! Fasten off. Weave in tail.
If you would like the toy to be "stiffer" (not to have a funny wobby head as you rattle it for baby) you may insert a small craft stick that will go from the head to the top of the base cat ball (and you will not use the jingle bells.) The toy will have less sound though.
Sew them all together really well so handle will not come off! Fasten off. Weave in tail.
You're done!

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Funmigurumi Monkeyroo 4: Bananas

2010-11-08T13:36:00.001-08:00

Bananas is my fourth monkeyroo (counting two baby rattles and LeeLoo) and I must admit, she's been the most fun to make! I wanted to give her the playful, colorful, fun look that characterizes the Funmigurumi which are my trademark. Also, she had to have her own "personality." Here she is! What do you think?
If you love Bananas and would like to make her, here's the pattern:
Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Carrot
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pumpkin
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pale Yellow (could be Bright Yellow) (scraps)
Red heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Blunt needle
Fiberfill
Scissors
Measuring tape
Crochet hook size H

Body- Back: With Carrot, ch 31.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across, ch 1, turn. (30 sc)
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 3 to 30- Rep row 2. Fasten off Carrot, leaving long tail to sew with.
Front- With Carrot, ch 31.
Row 1- 1 sc 3rd ch from hook and in in each ch across, ch 1, turn (30 sc).
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across, ch 1, turn. Rows 2 to 5- Rep row 2.
Side 1- Row 6- 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, ch 1, turn. Rows 7 to 30- Rep row 6. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Side 2- Row 6- 1 sc in each of last 5 sc, ch 1, turn. Rows 7 to 30- Rep row 6. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Join Pumpkin, leaving a long starting tail (later, your will be using it for sewing.)
Front Middle Section of Body:Row 1- Insert hook in sc right after first side strip made with Carrot yarn and work 1 sc, make 1 sc in each of next 19 sc. Ch 1, turn.
Rows 2 to 20- 1 sc in each sc across this section. Ch 1, turn.
"Face Shape" Left Side- Row 1- 1 sc in each of first 7 sc. Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across this section, ch 1, turn. (7 sc made.)
Rows 3 to 5- Rep row 2. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew iwth.
"Face Shape" Right Side- Skip 6 middle sc. Row 1- Join Pumpkin again. 1 sc in each of last 7 sc. Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each of 7 sc. Ch 1, turn. Rows 3 to 5- Rep row 2. Fastenoff, leaving long tail to sew with.
"Face Shape" Middle Section- Join Carrot. Rows 1 to 5- Work 1 sc in each of center sc for 5 rows. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Thread a blunt needle and sew sections to each other, assembling the Front of the Body. Fasten off.
Place both front and back of Body right sides facing, and Carrot square made facing upwards,and sew both sides together. Fasten off. Sew Bottom closed. Fasten off.
Turn toy's Body from wrong side out and set aside.
Bangs- With Carrot, ch 9. 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Fasten off,leaving long tail to sew with. Measure and cut 16 pieces of 7 1/4inches of Carrot yarn. Attach 1 to each Front loop of the row of sc made for the Bangs, and attach 1 to each foundation loop at the bottom of the row as follows:
Bend yarn in half, pairing ends to same length, insert hook in desired spot and using the middle of the yarn as a loop, pull that loop through the desired stitch, then place the ends over your index finger and using the hook, pull them both through the loop you just formed. Pull to tighten ("hair" attached.)Continue this way until you have attached all the pieces suggested. Using tail left over, sew this "hair" piece to the front of Bananas face over the Carrot-colored square at edge of top, but leave top open for stuffing. Fastgen off.
Legs (Make 2)- With Pumpkin, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around (12sc). Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (16 sc)
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (24 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Pumpkin.(24 sc) Rnd 6- Join Carrot. Make 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)
Rnds 7 to 25- 1 sc in each sc around. (24 sc)Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Arms (Make 2)- With Pumpkin, work first 3 rounds as for Legs.
Rnds 4 to 25- 1 sc in each sc around. (16 sc)Fasten off Pumpkin.
Rnd 26- Join Carrot. Work 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 27- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 28- 1 sc in each of first 8 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till end of rnd. (15 sc)
Rnd 29- 1 sc in each sc around. (15 sc)
Rnd 30- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till end of rnd. (14 sc)
Rnds 31 to 32- 1 sc in each sc around. (14 sc)Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Gently stuff legs with Fiberfill, sew to bottom of Body using tail you left over. Fasten off.
Tail- With Carrot, ch 58. 3 dc in 4th ch from hook. 4 dc in next ch. *4 dc in next ch. Rep from * across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Measure back, center tial and pin in place. Sew. Fasten off.
Flower for "Bangs"- With Pale Yellow and allowing a long tail at start, ch 5. Sl st to join rnd.
Ch 3, 2 dc in ring, ch 3, 1 sc in ring, *ch 3, 2 dc in ring, ch 3, 1 sc in ring, rep from * around. Sl st to beginning ch 3 to join round. Fasten off, leaving long tail.
Ears (Make 2) Back- With Carrot, ch2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Front of Ears (Make 2)- With Pumpkin, repeat first 4 rows as for Back of Eears. Using leftover tail and with Right Sides facing, sew 1 Back and 1 Front of ear together (yes, the Back is larger than the Front so that it will "fold" creating a "rim" for the ear), leave opening at the bottom of ear to join to body. Fasten off.
Muzzle- This is a needle sculpted muzzle to give Bananas a more "monkeyish" look. It is fun to make and very effective (don't be intimidated by the term "needle sculpted" it is quite easy to make! This is Craftybegonia!)
With pumpkin, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of nest 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. Rnd 6- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. Rnd 7- [1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc] rep twice, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, [1 sc in each of next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc] repeat twice, 1 sc in each sc to end of rnd. Rnd 8- 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 9- 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 10- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leavbing long tail to sew with.
Mouth ("Lips")- With Pumpkin, thead a blunt needle. With your fingers, "pinch" a wrinkle across the lower middle of muzzle, forming a "lip." Still holding the "pinched" wrinkle, taking the needle, secure it by sewing the stitches firmly in place on the inside of Banana's Face. Repeat with the upper "lip." Use photos to guide yourself. To make sure the "lips" will stay in place, make a couple of stitches on each edge of the Mouth. Fasten off.
Measure Face and center Muzzle in place,pin down, leaving an opening through which you will stuff it lightly. Sew in place. Fasten off.
Measure Front of Body, sew Ears in place. Fasten off. Stuff Arms and measuring for same height, pin and sew in place at both sides of Body. Fasten off.
"Tie" Bangs witht he tails left on the ends of the Flower, and secure to Face so that little hairdo will not come undone.
Eyes (Make 2)- With Black, ch 2. Make 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Place eyes above Muzzle as seen in pictures, pin down. Thread a blunt needle with tail and sew in place. Embroider eyelashes. Fasten off.
Stuff Body and sew top. Fasten off.

Done!

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Funmigurumi Monkeyroo Baby Rattle—3: "Jiggles"

2010-10-25T15:58:00.000-07:00

I did not name my first rattle, but decided to name this one to make it a little more fun.
This is a very easy baby toy to make. I made it as colorful as possible (for a monkey), although by the time I finish making a whole bunch of them, I will probably get "jungle wild" with color (it always happens!) So, here's "Jiggles," hope you like him!

Materials:

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Cherry Red
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Ranch Red
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow or White (scraps)
Crochet hook size H
Crochet hook size F
Blunt needle
Scissors
Measuring tape
Pins
Fiberfill
2 Cat balls with a bell inside

Body (Make 2)- With Cherry Red and H hook, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 2 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of last 4 sc.
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 8- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with in one of the two pieces.
Belly Patch- With Cerry Red and H hook, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 4- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Sew to center of front of Body. Fasten off.
Head- With Cherry Red and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc) Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sc) Rnd 3- 1 sc in 1st sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. (16 sc) Rnds 4 to 6- 1 sc in each sc around. (16 sc) Rnd 7- Insert cat toy ball into crocheted head. Make 1 sc in first sc, sc2tog over nest 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in last sc. (13 sc) Rnd 8- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, [sc2tog over next 2 sc] rep to end of round. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Rnd 9- 1 sc in each sc around. (13 sc) Rnd 10- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc [sc2tog over next 2 sc] rep to end of row. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Tail- With Ranch Red and H hook, ch 20. 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 3 sc in same ch, 4 sc in next ch and in each ch across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Pin Belly Patch to Front center of Body and sew using leftover tail. Fasten off. (Making a Belly Patch will give the rattle a little bit more of a roly-poly shape.) Thread blunt needle with tail leftover in one of Body pieces and sew both Front and Back of body together, leaving a good sized opening at the top to fill in.
Sew Tail to the very center of Back of Body. Fasten off. Set body aside for now.
Muzzle- With Ranch Red and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Ch 2, turn. Row 2- Work 4 hdc in same spot at ch 2, skip 1 sc, 1 sc in next sc. Sl st in next sc, ch 2, 4 hdc in same stitch, sl st in nest sc. Fasten off, leaving tail to sew with.
Pin to center of face and sew in place. Fasten off.
Eyes and Mouth- With Black and F hook, make Eyes as follows: Ch 2. Row 1- Make 3 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Pin right above muzzle, to the side, and sew in place. Fasten off. Mouth- Thread blunt needle with Black again, and inserting it through the open neck of the toy, embroider Mouth as seen in photos. Fasten off. To give more expression to Eyes, make a single dot on each one with Bright Yellow or White. Ears (Make 2)- With Cherry Red and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Fasten off, leaving a tail to sew with. Sew two pieces each to each other, leaving bottom open. Sew each resulting ear to the side of the head where you left the opening, making sure you do it at the same level.
The reason I prefer to do it this way is because those ears are going to get grabbed and we don't want them to be flimsy.
Arms and Legs are in the form of "handles" for baby to grab.
Arms and Legs- Arms: Row 1- Join Ranch Red to bottom of front of body and with H hook, Ch 14 (I actually went through the two thicknesses in the already sewn body) skip 7 sc, sc in next sc. Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 1 sc in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. Row 3- 1sc in each sc across. Fasten off. Repeat on opposite side with other Arm.
Legs: Skip 1 sc below the end of "Arm" and join Cherry Red to next sc, and with H hook, ch 12. Row 1- Skip 3 more sc, 1 sc in next sc. Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 1 sc in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. Row 3- Rep row 2. Fasten off.
Repeat on opposite side for second Leg. Fasten off.

Insert second toy ball into body and stuff all around it. (You can substitute the second ball for a squaker, if you wish.) Thread blunt needle with Ranch Red and close top of Body. Fasten off and weave in tails. Sew head to top of Body using leftover tail. Fasten off. Weave in end.

You're done!

Pattern has been corrected thanks to MadCrocheter. Thank you so much for your help!

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Funmigurumi Monkeyroo 2: LeeLoo

2010-10-10T14:11:00.000-07:00

LeeLoo is my second Monkeyroo, the first one, you might remember, was a baby rattle. The name LeeLoo was my sister's idea, and the pattern is my Funmigurumi take of a sock monkey. As with all my other Funmigurumi, this "sockie" is colorful in its own sock monkey way.
She's not hard to make at all. Hope you enjoy making her!

Funmigurumi Monkeyroo —2: LeeLoo

Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Claret
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Light Blue
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Delft Blue
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Shocking Pink
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Lavender
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Wedgewoods (Variegated)
Crochet hook size H
Fiberfill
Blunt needle
Scissors
Measuring tape

Body (Make 2)- With Claret, ch 31.
Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn (30 sc made.) Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 3 to 5- Rep row 2. Fasten off, Claret, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 6- Join Light Blue. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 7 to 10- 1 sc in each sc across.
Fasten off Light Blue, leaving long tail to sew with. Row 11- Join Wedgewoods. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 12 to 15- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Wedgewoods, leaving long tail to sew with. Row 16- Join Shocking Pink. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 17 to 20- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Shocking pink, leaving long tail to sew with. Row 21- Join Lavender. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Row 22- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Lavender, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 23- Join Wedgewoods. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 24 to 30- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Wedgewoods, leaving long tail to sew with. Row 31- Join Delft Blue. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 32 to 35- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Delft Bllue, leaving long tail to sew with.
Place both sides of body, together, right sides facing, and using leftover tails and blunt needle sew sides and bottom together. Fasten off. Leave top open for stuffing.
Legs- Note: Stuff legs as you go! With Claret, Ch 2. Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd (6 sc made.) Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around (12 sc made). Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around (16 sc made). Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around (24 sc made). Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Claret. Rnd 7- Join Light Blue. Work 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 8 to 9- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Light Blue. Rnd 10- Join Wedgewoods. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 11 to 15- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Wedgewoods. Rnd 16- Join Claret. Work 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 17 to 32- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Arms- Note: Stuff arms as you go! With Claret, Ch 2. Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd (6 sc made.) Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around (12 sc made). Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around (16 sc made). Rnds 4 to 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off claret. Rnd 6- Join Light Blue. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 7 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Light Blue. Rnd 9-Join Wedgewoods. Work 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 10 to 22- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Wedgewoods. Rnd 23- Join Claret, 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 24 to 25- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 26- 1 sc in each of first 9 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till last 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. Fasten off Claret. Rnd 27- Join Wedgewoods. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 28- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in eachof next 6 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till end of rnd (16 sc left in arm). Rnd 29- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Wedgewoods. Rnd 30- Join Shocking Pink. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 31 to 36- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 37- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 38- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of last 2 sc. Rnd 39- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 40- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Shocking Pink, leaving long tail to sew with.
Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Note- If you have super active kids who might pull at LeeLoo's arms, secure a bit more before you close the toy, by driving the needle into one arm and extending the needle towards the other arm inside the toy, then making small stitches on the sides of the body to secure. Then, when the kids pull at the arms or drag LeeLoo, her arms won't fall off.
Ears (Make 2 of each)- Front of Ears-With Shocking Pink, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second chain from hook, sl st to join rnd (6 sc made.) Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around (12 sc made.) Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around (16 sc made.) Fasten off, Shocking Pink, weave in tail. Rnd 4- Join Wedgewoods. Work 1 sc in of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around (24 sc.) Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Wedgewoods, leaving long tail to sew with. Back of Ears- With Wedgewoods, repeat first 5 rounds of Front of Ears. Rnd 6- 1 sc in each of first sc around, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
LeeLoo’s face:
Muzzle- With Shocking Pink, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. (6 sc made.) Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around, (12 sc made). Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around, (16 sc made). Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around, (24 sc made). Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around, (28 sc). Rnd 6- 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around (32 sc.) Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 8- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around (38 sc.)
Rnd 9- 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around, (42 sc). Rnd 10- 1 sc in each of first 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc till end of rnd. Fasten off. This will be the bottom of LeeLoo’s face. Set aside for now.
Top of Muzzle: (Make 2) With Shocking Pink, Ch 2. Row 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook. (DO NOT JOIN ROUND!!!) Ch 1, turn. Row 2- Work 2 sc in each sc across till last sc, 1 sc in last sc. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Sew as follows: Insert eash piece’s bottom part behind the upper part of muzzle. Pin in place. Sew. Fasten off.
Eyes- With Black, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long end to sew with. Pin each eye in place at center of tops of muzzle. Sew in place. Embroider eyelashes as seen in photos.
Mouth and Nose- With Black, embroider nose and bouth as seen in photos.
Stuff muzzle. Measure to center and pin in place. Sew in place using Shocking Pink.
Tip: Push fiberfill stuffing downwards and make a row of tiny, invisible stitches two rows below the eyes to keep the stuffing in place. Otherwise, the filling will go up and the muzzle will look like a beak.
Tail- (Note: Stuff lightly as you go.) With Claret, ch 2. Rnd 1- 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd (6 sc made). Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around, (12 sc made). Rnds 3 to 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Claret. Rnd 7- Join Light Blue. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 8 to 9- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Light Blue. Rnd 10- Join Wedgewoods. Work 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 11 to 14- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Wedgewoods. Rnd 15- Join Lavender. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 16- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Lavender. Rnd 17- Join Shocking Pink. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 18 to 30- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Shocking pink. Rnd 31- Join Wedgewoods. Work 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 32 to 45- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Wedgewoods. Rnd 46- Join Claret. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 47 to 49- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Claret. Rnd 50- Join Shocking Pink. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 51 to 52- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Shocking Pink, leaving long piece of yarn to sew with.
Tip for sewing: Wedgewoods, as many variegated yarns is a slightly “thinner” worsted weight, and once the tial is stuffed, it will tend to “pull” at the crocheted fabric, bringing it down. To avoid this, make a “support disk” as follows: With Shocking Pink, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 8 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long strand to sew with. Insert support disk inside toy and sew all around the tail from the inside, and with invisible, tiny stitches, sew above and below the tail to reduce “pulling”. Fasten off.
Ears- Front of Ear: (Make 2)- With Shocking pink, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- Work 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off Shorking Pink. Rnd 4- Join Wedgewoods. Make 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc around. Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off.
Back of Ear: (Make 2)- With Wedgewoods, rep first 5 rnds as for Front of Ear. Rnd 6- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 7 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Sew ears together by palcing 1 front and 1 back together (wrong sides facing) and sewing all around, except the bottom. Insert opening at the bottom into upper side of toy as seen in photos, and sew in place. Fasten off.
Stuff legs and sew in place. Fasten off. Sew arms in place. Fasten off. Stuff body and sew top. Fasten off.
You’re done!

If you are interested in my first Monekyroo, here's where you will find the pattern:

http://funmigurumiandkidsstuff.blogspot.com/2010/03/monkeyroo-baby-rattle.html

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Funmigurumi Poochie Dog No. 12: Hugger

2010-09-23T16:10:00.000-07:00

Funmigurumi Poochie Dog No. 12: Hugger

This is Hugger, the cousin of Booker and his kid brother, Sparky. The three of them go together and are a load of fun!

Masterials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Paddy Green
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Spring Green
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pumkin
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn White (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Soft Brown (scraps)
Fiberfill
Blunt needle
Measuring tape
Scissors
Crochet hook size H

Body (make 2)- with Paddy Green, ch 31.
Row 1- 1 sc in each sc across (30 sc made), ch 1, turn.
Rows 2 to 10- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, Paddy green, laving long tails to sew with.
Row 11- Join Spring Green, make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 12 to 15- 1 sc in each sc across.
Fasten off Spring Green, leaving long tails to sew with.
Row 16- Join Bright Yellow, work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 17 to 30- 1 sc in each ac across.
Fasten off, Bright Yellow, leaving long tails to sew with.
Place both sides of body together with Right Sides facing, and using leftover tails, sew sides and bottom. Fasten off.
Turn inside out and set aside. Make legs.
Legs (Make 2)- Legs (Make 2)- With Paddy green, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of
first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc. Rnd 5- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 7- Work 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 8- Work 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 9- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 10- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 11- Make 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 12- Work 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 13- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff legs, sew to body as seen in photos. Fasten off.
Arms (Make 2)- With Bright Yellow, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 5 to 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 7- Work 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 8 to 9- 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 10- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around, fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff arms, sew to body as seen in photos, fasten off.
Muzzle- With Pumpkin, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Rnd 2- Work 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- Make 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fastenoff, leaving long tail to sew with.
Nose- With Black, ch 6. Row 1- Make 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each ch from hook till last sc, 2 sc in last sc. 1 sc in each foundation chain till last loop, 2 sc in that loop, slip st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each sc across, till last sc, 2 sc in last sc, slip st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Left Ear- With Pumpkin, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- Work 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnds 5 to 7- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 8- Work 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep around.
Rnd 9- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep around.
Rnd 10- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 11- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Right Ear- With Spring Green, ch 2. rep all rnds as for Left Ear. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Eyes (Make 2)- With Black, ch 2. Rnd 1- make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Fasten off. White of Eye Section- On the right side, join White. Row 2- Make 2 sc in each of next 3 sc. Sl st in next sc. Turn, Row 3- Work 1 sc in each sc made in previous row. Sl st on next sc. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Irises- Row 1- With Soft Brown, working on the right side, make 2 sc in each of remaining Black sc. Turn. Row 2- 1 sc in each sc in row. Fasten off, leaving long tail. With begining tail, slip stitch to join to the White part, and with ending tail, slip stitch to join to the opposite side of White portion.
Use remainder of tail to sew with.
Measure Front and place muzzle parts in place. Pin them down and sew them. Fasten off. Place eyes on top, pin them down and sew them in place. Fasten off. Embroider eyebrows as seen in photos. Fasten off.
Place nose on top of the muzzle as seen in photos, pin down, sew in place. Fasten off. Embroider mouth. Fasten off.
Stuff arms with Fiberfill and sew in place as seen in photos.
Stuff tail lightly. Turn Hugger around, measure back and center tail. Pin in place and sew. Fasten off.
Stuff Hugger's body, sew top of head. Fasten off. Place ears in place and sew. Fasten off.

Done!

We have just finished our LAST Funmigurumi Poochie Dog for now. This does not mean that we will never make dogs together again, it just means we are going to start with a whole series of new toys. It's a surprise. Stay tuned!

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Funmigurumi Poochie Dog No. 11: Sparky

2010-09-09T20:18:00.000-07:00

Now, Sparky is Booker's little brother, and he's Booker's pal and mascot. If you made Booker, consider to pair him up with his kid brother for more fun!
Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Hot Red
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Gold (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Carrot (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Pumpkin (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Coffee (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn White (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Paddy Green (scraps)
Pins
Scissors
Measuring tape
Blunt needle
Crochet hook size H

Body (make 2)- With Hot Red ch 31. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across (30 sc). Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Rows 3 to 5- Rep row 2. Fasten off Hot Red. Row 6- Join Gold. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1,
turn. Rows 7 to 10- rep row 6. Fasten off Gold, eaving long tail to sew with. Row 11- Join Carrot, 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 12 to 15- 1 sc in each
sc across. Fasten off Carrow, leaving long tail to sew with. Row 16- Join Bright Yellow. Make 1 sc in each sc across, ch 1, turn. Rows 17 to 20- 1 sc in each sc across.
Fasten off Bright Yellow, leaving long tail to sew with. Row 21- Join Pumpkin, work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 22 to 25- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off
Pumpkin, leaving long tail to sew with. Row 26- Join Hot Red. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Wos 27 to 30- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Hot Red, leaving long tail to sew with.
Muzzle (Make 2)- Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of
first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Place both front sides of body facing, sew sides and bottom using leftover tails, leave top open for stuffing. Fasten off. Set aside and work on legs.
Legs (Make 2)- With Hot Red, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of
first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc. Fasten off Hot Red. Rnd 5- Join Gold, make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 7- Work 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Gold.
Rnd 8- Join Carrot, make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 9- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Carrot. Rnd 10- Join Bright Yellow, make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 11- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Carrot.
Rnd 12- Join Hot Red, work 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 13- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff legs, sew to body as seen in photos. Fasten off.
Arms (Make 2)- With Hot Red, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off Hot Red.
Rnd 4- Join Pumpkin, make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 5 to 6- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off Pumpkin. Rnd 7- Join Bright Yellow, make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 8 to 9- 1 sc in each sc around. Fastn off Bright Yellow.
Rnd 10- Join Carrot, make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around, fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff arms, sew to body as seen in photos, fasten off.
Nose- With Black, ch 5. Row 1- Make 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each ch from hook.Ch 1, turn. Rows 2 to 3- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Center muzzle pieces in front side of body as seen in photos, Fasten off. Sew in place. Sew nose on top and center, embroider mouth. Fasten off.
Eyes- Whites of Eyes (Make 2)- With White, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 1 sc in spot of ch 1, 2 sc in each of next 3 sc, sl st in next sc. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Pupils and Irises (Make 2)- With Black, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook sl st to join rnd. Fasten off Black, leaving long tail to sew with. Row 2- Join Paddy Green. Work 2 sc in each of first 4 sc, sl st in next sc. Fasten off,
leaving long tail to sew with.
Place eyes on Sparky's face as follows: Pin whites of eyes in place, with the 2nd row facing downward. Sew. Fasten off. Place the pupils and irises in place on top, with the green irises facing upward. Pin in place,sew. Fasten off.
Eyebrows- With Black and blunt needle, embroider brows, starting from the middle of the pupils outward and downward in a small arch as shown in photos. Fasten off.
Tail- With Hot Red, ch 2. Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, Hot Red. Rnd 3- Join Pumpkin, 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnds 4 to 11- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to se with. Stuff tail lightly. Center tail at back and pin into place. Sew. Fasten off.
Stuff Sparky's body, sew top. Fasten off. Make ears.
Ears-
Left Ear- With Pumpkin, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- Work 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnds 5 to 7- 1 sc in each sc around.Fasten off Pumpkin. Rnd 8- Join Hot Red. Work 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep around.
Rnd 9- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep around.
Rnd 10- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 11- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Right Ear- With Carrot, ch 2. rep all rnds as for Left Ear. Fasten off. Join Hot Red, rep all of last rnds as for Left Ear. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Place each ear on corresponding side of head, sew and fasten off. Hide tail.

You're done!

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Funmigurumi Poochie Dog No 10: Booker

2010-08-26T17:00:00.000-07:00

Would you believe we have alredy made 9 dogs together and this is number 10? And how much fun it has been!
I have had the most marvellous time hearing from you guys, and I've loved your comments.
Well, this is Booker. If you've been around me long enough you know that I love COLOR! So you won't be surprised that Booker is almost bursting with color. I have a friend whose pet always went for her books when she was a student, and she named him Booker. I also have a pet who loves books, I only have to be doing something with books and guess what? I will have a loved friend lying on top of the pile in no time at all! So, here's Booker!

Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Spring Green
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Blue
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Hot Red
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn White (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Light Blue (scraps)

Crochet size H hook
Fiberfill
scissors
Blunt needle

Body (Make 2)- With Spring Green, ch 32.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (31 sc made).
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn.
Rows 3 to 15- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Rows 16 to 20- Join Bright Yellow. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Rows 21 to 25- Join Blue. Work 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Rows 26 to 31- Join Hot Red. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Legs (Make 2)- With Blue, ch 2. Round 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc acround. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off, Blue. Weave in tail.
Rnd 5- Join Bright yellow. Work 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 6 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around.
Fasten off, Bright Yellow, weave in tail. Rnd 9- Join Spring Green, make 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 10 to 13- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Arms (Make 2)- With Blue, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- Work 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off Blue.
Rnd 4- Join Bright Yellow, 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 5 to 7- Work 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, weave in tail.
Rnd 8- Join Hot Red, Work 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 9 to 11- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Tail- With Spring Green, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnds 3 to 12- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Ears-
Left Ear- With Hot Red, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- Work 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnds 5 to 7- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 8- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep around.
Rnd 9- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep around.
Rnd 10- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 11- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, rep around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Right Ear- With Spring Green, rep all rnds as for Left Ear. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Eyes (make 2)- With White, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Irises (make 2)- With Light Blue, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each of first 3 sc, fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Pupils (make 2)- With Black, ch 2, Rnd 1- Make 5 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Muzzle (make 2)- With Light Blue, ch 11. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch till last ch, 3 sc in last ch. Turn piece around and make 1 sc in each of the bottom loops of foundation ch till you reach the last one, 2 sc in that last loop, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in eachof next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc.
Row 3- Sl st in each of first 7 sts (LOOSELY! Do not work too tightly). Ch 1, 1 sc where you made last sl st, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in last sc. Ch 1, turn.
Row 4- Work 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc till end of row. Ch 1, turn.
Round 5- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 1 hdc in each of next 2 sc (first 2 of portion you had left unworked till now), tighten them a bit so as to leave ONO HOLES,
1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 1 hdc in each of next 2 sc, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Tip: If, when making last hdc, you get a hole, undo the last hdc, yo, insert hook and pull up loop as if to make hdc, but leave unfinished, repeat in spot where you saw the hole, yo and pull yarn through all loops on hook. Then fasten off.
Nose- With Black, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Putting Booker Together- Stuff legs with fiberfill and sew in place. Fasten off. Stuff arms and swe in place starting from beginning of yellow stripe . Fasten off.
Measure front and cednter muzzle. Pin in place. Bottom of muzzle must lie on 10th Spring Green row, counting from the bottom up. Top of the muzzle must reach only to 3rd Blue row, counting from the bottom up. Sew sides and bottom of muzzle, stuff lightly. Sew top. Fasten off. Sew nose in place as seen in photos. Fasten off. Embroider mouth. Fasten off.
Measure back, center tail, pin in place. Stuff tail lightly. Sew. Fasten off, weave in tail. Turn Booker around. Pin in place whites of eyes as seen in photos. Sew. Fasten off. Sew Light Blue irises ton top of white of eyes, as seen in photos. Wider part toward the back and narrower part toward the front. Fasten off.
Sew pupils on top. Fasten off. Embroider eyebrows on top of eyes. Fasten off. Stuff Booker's body. Sew top. Fasten off. Sew ears in place, inserting square tips of head inside the ears for more strength. Fasten off.
Done!

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Funmigurumi Poochie Dog No. 9: Cheeks

2010-08-12T16:59:00.000-07:00

This is a female pup to make. Sweet and cute, ideal for a gift to any child or Ami lover of any age. She would also look lovable as a decoration in a nursery! She would also look just lovable on top any little girl's bed.
Her nickname, cheeks, came naturally as I was making her, the idea came to my mind, to give her cheeks, and the name "stuck". After a little bit of needle sculpting brought out a cutsy little rosy race with "real" cheeks, not other name was good enough!

Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn (Economy Size) Pretty ’n Pink
Red Heart worsted weight yarn (Economy size) Shocking Pink
Red Heart worsted weight yarn (Economy size) Baby Pink
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Hot Red (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn White (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Delft Blue, Blue or Light Blue (scraps)
Crochet hook size H
Scissors
Blunt needle
Measuring tape
Fiberfill
Pink sewing thread
Sewing needle
Pink satin ribbon 3/4" wide or thickness of your choice for bows (optional)

Body (Make 2)- With Pretty ’n Pink, ch 31.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd sc from hook and in each sc across. Ch 1 turn.
Row 2 to 15- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Rows 16 to 30- With Baby Pink, make 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Place both sides of body with right sides facing and using tails left over, sew sides and bottom. Turn inside out.
Legs- With Shocking Pink and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off Shocking Pink. Rnds 4 to 13- Join Pretty 'n Pink. 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff legs with Fiberfill and sew to bottom of body as seen in photos.
Arms- With Shocking Pink, and H hook, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close round. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- Make 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off Shocking pink. Rnd 4- Join Baby Pink. Make 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off.
Rnds 5 to 11- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff arms and attach to body as seen in photos (about half way down to give some room to fluffy ears).
Stuff legs and sew in place. Fasten off. Stuff arms and sew in place. Fasten off.
Tail- With Pretty 'n Pink, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 4 to 9- Rep rnd 3. Fasten off, leaving long tail
to sew with. Measure back, stuff tail lightly, center in back. Pin and sew. Fasten off.
Ears- (make 4)- With Shocking Pink, ch 11.
Row 1- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn.
Rows 2 to 5- 1 sc in each sc across. Row 6- Sc 2 tog over first 2 sc of row, 1 sc in each sc till last 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc of row.
Row 7- Rep row 6. Rows 8 to 10- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Once you have completed the 4 pieces, place two of them, with wrong sides facing, and stitch them together, leaving top open to sew ear onto head.
Repeat with pieces for other ear.
Muzzle- (Make 2): With Shocking Pink, ch 2. Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next, rep from * around. Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Sl st to join rnd. Fastn off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Mouth- Part 1- With Hot Red, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to join rnd. Rned 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Slip st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Part 2- With Shocking Pink, ch 2. Row 1- Make 1 sc in end ch from hook. Look at the piece you have, notice the two loops naturally formed on the side, insert hook into those loops and pull up yarn, yo, make sc.
Row 2- Insert hook into side loops, pull up yarn, yo, make sc. Rep this last row until your I-Cord measures 3 inches. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Face Features: Measure front of body and pin mouth in center, right above the last row of Pretty 'n Pink stitches. Sew in place. Fasten off.
Place mouth I-cord on the lower portion of mouth, edging it, and curve ends upwards, making sure they reach the same height. Pin in place. Sew. Fasten off.
Note- Sew both ends in place, then sew the uppwer and lower part of the I-cord in place using the side loops of the cord.
Lightly stuff both pieces of muzzle, "squish" them together a bit so that they will not pread widely, as you pin them in place on top of the mouth. Sew all around. Fasten off.
Nose- With Black, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew with. Thread a blunt needle with a short piece of white yarn and make a white stitch on the uppoer part of the nose to serve as a "shine" spot. Fasten off. Stuff lightly and pin nose in place. Sew as seen in photos. Also, embroider with Black down the middle of the muzzle, using photos as your guide. Fasten off.
Cheek Pouches (make 2)- With Baby Pink, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to join round. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- Make 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
How to create "cheeks": Thread the tail of one cheek pouch into a blunt needle. Stuff, cheek pouch lightly with fiberfill, then position it inside the funmigurumi doggie right beside the muzzle, 1 row above the start of the Baby Pink color section. Now, working ont he inside of the toy, "trap" the stuffing into the pouch as you stitch and form the curve of the "cheek at the same time by working in the following manner: Insert the needle on the bottom edge of the pouch, taking a bit of the chrocheted fabric of the face also (the stitch right below the edge of the pouch you just stabbed with your needle), pull gently up. Stitch on the top edge of the pouch, taking a stitch right above it, pull gently down. Go all around the "cheek" pouch doing this, as you go, pull gently, making sure you do not deform the crocheted fabric, until you see a soft "cheek" bulge out and at the same time, inside, the stuffing will be caught and kept in place by a web of crisscrossing yarn as your stitches go all around the pouch. Fasten off. Repeat on the opposite side.
Eyes- White of the Eyes (Make 2)- With White, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook and slip st to join rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew with. Pin the two white circles in place at both sides of nose as ween in photos and sew. Fasten off.
Blue Part of the Eye (Make 2)- With scraps of Chosen shade of blue yarn, ch 2. Rnd 1- Work 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each of first 4 sc, sl st in 5th sc. Fasten off, leaving hte rest of the sts unworked. Also, leave a long tail to sew with. Pin in place with the side that has the half row of 2 scs-each towards the bottom and the unworked sts to the top. Sew as seen in photos. Fasten off.
Black Part of Eye (Make 2)- With Black scraps, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Before you pin and sew it to the toy, thread a blunt needle with White and make a couple of small stitches on the upper part of each pupil, fasten off. Pin in place as seen in photos and sew. Stitch eyelashes as seen in photos. Fasten off.
Stuff body and sew top. Place ears on both sides of head. Sew. Fasten off.
Bows (optional)- Make 2 bows. Sew one on top of each ear. Fasten off.

You're done!

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Funmigurumi Poochie Dog No 8: Nibbles

2010-07-28T21:01:00.000-07:00

This is another fun dog to make. The shaped muzzle and textured face is a bit challenging, so I don't recommend this one for a beginner.
Nibbles is a combination of vibrant a Blue and a happy yellow with a touch of gentleness.

Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Light Blue
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Blue
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Cafe (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Crochet hook size H
Crochet hook size C
Blunt needle
Scissors
Fiberfill
Pins

Body (Make 2)- With Blue, ch 31.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd sc from hook and in each sc across. Ch 1 turn.
Row 2 to 11- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Rows 12 to 31- With Light Blue make 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Place both sides of body with right sides facing and using tails left over, sew sides and bottom. Turn inside out.
Legs- With Blue and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnds 4 to 7-1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnds 8 to 10- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 11 to 13- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fastn off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff legs with Fiberfill and sew to bottom of body as seen in photos.
Arms- With Light Blue, and H hook, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close round. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- Make 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- Make 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off.
Rnd 5- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 6 to 11- Join Gold. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff arms and attach to body as seen in photos (about half way down to give some room to fluffy ears).
Stuff legs and sew in place. Fasten off. Stuff arms and sew in place. Fasten off.
Tail- With Light Blue, ch 3, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 1- Make 5 sc in ring. Rnd 2- 1 sc in each sc around.
Rnds 3 to 15- Rep rnd 2. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff lightly.
Measure back, center tail and pin. Sew in place. Fasten off.
Muzzle- With Bright Yellow, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd.
Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around.
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc innext sc, rep from * around.
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep form * around.
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 8- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, * 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around.
Rnd 9- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 10-1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around.
Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around.
Shaping muzzle: (NOTE- Don't panic, if after shaping muzzle according to instructions your dog looks like a pig, that is exactly what it looks like wihtout the face fur.) Holding muzzle in your hand and push bottom part of it "in" (mouth will be a little bit "sunken"), grab with your fingers the bottom of the "cheek" that will form, turn the muzzle to the wrong side and threading a blunt needle with Bright Yellow,
secure the crease formed by stitching it in place. Repeat on the opposite side. As you stitch around to secure in place, fill a little more to create a "cheeky" pouch, then, making small stitches in a diagonal direction going from the outer edge of the muzzle inwards towards the nose, secure in place that stuffing so it won't move.
Make the stitches very small so they will not be noticeale (it is true that we will be covering this with the face hair, but it is good to get used to making the shaping as invisible as possible). Repeat on opposite side.
Measure front of Nibble's "face" (Light Blue portion of body) center muzzle and pin it, leaving one side open to stuff, even as you secure it. Finish stitching all around the muzzle, stiffing lightly and shaping as you goo. Fasten off.
Muzzle Hair- Measure and cut 80 8"-strands of Bright Yellow for each side of the muzzle (160 total for the muzzle) and 27 8"-strands for the "beard".
Using a C hook attach hair as follows: Fold yarn in half, making sure edges match, while holding the yarn in one hand, insert the crochet hook in the specific stitch you will be working, pull folded yarn through, forming a loop, then pass the ends of the strand of yarn through that loop and pull to secure it.
You can attach the hair randomly all over the muzzle or you can do it by rows. I did approximately 7 rows as evenly as I could on both sides (not all had the same amount of "hair") going from the very edge of the nose to the edge of the muzzle.
For the beard, I attached 7 strands of hair" in a straight line right underneath the mouth, then 10 strands in the two following rows.
Nose- With Cafe, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in eacch sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Pin to center of muzzle and sew in place. Thread needle with Cafe and right underneath nose and in between creased muzzle,
stitch mouth as seen in photos.
Eyes (make 2)- With Black, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 4 sc in 2nd ch from hk, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off. Rnd 2- Join Cafe, make 2 sc in each sc around, fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Pin eyes in place as seen in photos, thread blunt needle with tail, sew in place. Fasten off.
Forehead Hair that Forms Pony Tail- With Light Blue measure and cut 5 8"-strands of yarn and folding them in half attach them in a straight line right in between the eyes.
Measure and cut 30 8"-strands of Light Blue and attach in two straight rows of 15 strands each right above the eyes, going to the upper edge of one eye to the other.
Ears- (Make 2)- With Bright Yellow, ch 13. Row 1- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn.
Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Row 3- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, sc2tog over next 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc to end of row. Ch 1, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in each sc across. Row 5- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc tillyou reach the last 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. Row 6- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off Bright Yellow.
Row 7- Join Light Blue. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off. With the wrong side facing, fold the two ends of the Bright Yellow section of the ear so that the two sides meet, sew them together. Turn ear inside out. Repeat with the other one. Cut 10 more 8"-long strands of Bright Yellow yarn per ear and attach to sides and to the back of each ear. Trim all "hair" to the same length.
Stuff body and sew top of it. Fasten off. Sew ears in place.
For Ear Fur cut 30 8"-long strands of Bright Yellow. Attach as explained before to top 3 layers of each ear in a straight line, right underneath the Light Blue section of each ear.
Fur for tail- Cut 30 8"-long strands of Light blue and just attach them to the tail (I only made several rows, just to let the hair hang down and give the tail a fluffy appearance.) Trim ends to the same length.
Pick up the Light Blue strands of "hair" into a pony tail, secure with a piece of ribbon and stitch so that ribbon won't become undone.
That's it!

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Funmigurumi Poochie Dog No. 7: Muffin

2010-07-14T16:17:00.001-07:00

Hope you guys don't mind if I share with you some challenging projects to "expand" your toy-making skills! Muffin, like Baxter, is suggested for Intermediate crocheters, although a beginner who carefuly follows instructions can tackle him any day and come up with a satisfactory result. As all my patterns, he is pretty simple overall, it is when it comes to his "face" that the challenging part begins, but it can be fun and you can wind up with the cutest dog you've ever tried, so don't pass by on the chance to make him!
Muffin is just a lovable doggie. His color mix shouts friendly, playful and happy, without being too high-energy. The expression of his face is that of a fun-loving and gentle dog.

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Claret
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Buff
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Aran
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Coffee (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Crochet size H hook
Fiberfill
Scissors
Blunt needle
cardboard or ruler
Pins
measuring tape

As I said before, the only challenging portion of this pattern is reproducing the skin at both sides of the muzzle which forms folds that contribute to the expression of the face, but if you follow the instructions carefully, I have no doubts that you can master these "wrinkles".
Body- (Make 2): With Claret, ch 31. Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across (31 sc). Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across.
Ch 1, turn. Rows 3 to 15- Rep row 2. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 16- Join Buff. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 17 to 30- Rep row 16. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Place both right sides of body facing, sew sides and bottom, leaving top open. Fasten off.
Body Spot 1- With Coffee, ch 2.
Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 4- 1 sc inb each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 6- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Measure back, pin in place, thread blunt needle with tail left over and sew in place. Fasten off.
Body Spot 2- With Coffee, repeat rounds 1 to 5 of Spot 1. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Pin in place, just above Body Spot 1, sew, fasten off.
Tail- With Aran, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnds 2 and 3- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 4- 1 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 5- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off.
Rnd 6- Join Coffee. Make 2 sc in first 3 sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc. Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 8 to 16- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaging long tasil to sew with. Stuff lightly with fiberfill, pin in place in the center of Body Spot 1, sew in place. Fasten off.
Face Marking- With Aran, ch 13.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Row 3- Sc2 tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till last 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc.
Row 4- 1 sc in each sc across. Row 5- Rep row 3. Row 6- Rep row 4. Row 7- Rep row 3. Row 8- Rep row 4. Row 9 to 11- Rep row 4. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Measure front of toy, center in "face" area of body, pin down and sew in place. Fasten off.
Muzzle- First Part- With Aran, ch 11.
Round 1- Make 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across till you reach last ch, work 2 sc in that ch, turn piece around and working at the bottom of the stitches, make 2 sc in first foundation chain loop, 1 sc in each loop till you reach the last one, 2 sc in that final loop, slip st to join round.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 10 sc, 2 sc in last sc. Rnd 3- 2 sc in 1st sc, 1 sc in each of next 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in last sc.
Rnd 4- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 11 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 9 sc, 2 sc in last sc. Rnd 5- 1 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 11 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 12 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in last sc. Fasten off Aran, weave in tail.
Sides of Muzzle (Jowls)- Fold the muzzle in half (you will be working only from the middle of the bottom up to one side, and then back to bottom until you finish one jowl, you will fasten off, and then do the same on the opposite side)so that you will find the very middle of the bottom, and, inserting the hook in the middle of the lower part of it, join Aran again. Row 1- Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, sl st in next sc. Turn.
Row 2- Sl st, make 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, sl st in last st, turn.
Row 3- Sl st in first st, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, sl st in last st. Turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in each sc across. Row 5- Ch 1, [1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc] repeat 3 times, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc. Sl st in last sc. Turn. Row 6- Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of last 2 sc, turn. Row 7- Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, [1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc] repeat twice, 1 sc in each sc to end of row.
Rows 8 to 10- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, repeat on the other side.
Wrinkles- This is a bit of needle sculpting but don't be afraid of it. Thread a blunt needle with Aran. "Pinch" the upper part of the jowl on one side with your fingers, just as it leaves muzzle. Secure the "wrinkle" in place by sewing at the back. Fasten off. "Pinch" the outer edge of the same jowl and repeat the procedure with a longer wrinkle. With your fingers again, "pinch" in the middle lower part, between the two previous wrinkles, make a small wrinkle there, sew in place. Fasten off and repeat on the other side. When you have completed the "wrinkles on both sides, thread a needle with Aran and pass it in and out of the stitches along the lower edge of the jowl and pull gently to gather it, secure and fasten off. Repeat on the opposite side. Set aside until you make nose.
Nose- With Black, ch 7.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 2 to 3- 1 sc in each ch across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Measure and center nose on muzzle, pin in place and sew. Embroider mough. Fasten off.
Lightly fill muzzle (NOT JOWLS) with fiberfill, pin in place, uppoer top meeting just the very edge of the face marking, thread blunt needle with Aran and sew in place, gathering and scrunching the wrinkles as you go so that they will look like loose, hanging cheeks.
Eyes- (Make 2:) This dog has sweet yet somewhat sad eyes. To make them proceed as follows: With Coffee, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in second ch from hook. Sl st to join round. Fasten off. Join Cafe. Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc. Fasten off. Pin eyes in place as you see in photos. Thread blunt needle with Black and sew in place, emphasizing the black "rim" of the eye all around. Fasten off.
Eyelids- With Cafe, ch 9.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Fastenoff, leaving long tail to sew with. Pin in place above eyes, making sure that the upper Black rim of the eyes is not covered by the lid, curving it around the eye. Sew in place as seen in photos. Fasten off.
Legs- With Aran and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
5 to 10- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 11 to 13- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff legs with Fiberfill and sew to bottom of body as seen in photos.
Arms- With Aran, and H hook, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close round. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- Make 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- Make 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off.
Rnd 5- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 6 to 11- Join Gold. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff arms and attach to body as seen in photos (about half way down to give some room to fluffy ears).
Stuff legs and sew in place. Fasten off. Stuff arms and sew in place. Fasten off.
Ears- (Make 4)- With Cafe, ch 12.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 3 to 7- Rep row 2. Row 8- Sc 2 tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till last 2, sc2tog over last 2 sc. Fasten off, leave long tail to sew with.
Row 9- Join Coffee, make 1 sc in each sc across. Row 10- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till last 2, sc2tog over last 2 sc. Row 11- 1 sc in each sc across. Row 12- Sc 2 tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till last 2, sc2tog over last 2 sc.
Rows 13 to 14- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leave long tail to sew with.
Place 2 pieces together, and sew all around using tails left over. Fasten off. Do not stuff ears. Put aside till time to sew them on.
Stuff the body and close the top. Fasten off. Attack the ears at the sides and sew them in place. Fasten off.
You're done!
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Pattern has been checked and corrected March 2011.

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Funmigurumi Poochie Dog No. 6: Baxter

2010-06-28T17:47:00.000-07:00

Baxter is a different dog. True, he is a lovable mutt, with all the charm and ingenious appearance that only a mixed-breed can have, but there is more to Baxter.
Baxter will teach you how to make a needle sculptured expression! So this is a little more than just a pattern, this is a tutorial that I hope you will enjoy and at the same time teach you something you can use in other toys.

I suggest this pattern for intermediate crocheters. Although the basic pattern is very easy, there is a tiny bit of needle sculpting and a composite muzzle to make and that might be a little complicated for a beginner, otherwise, go for it,
it is a fun project and the result is a very nice Funmigurumi!
Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Gold
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Cafe (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight Coffee (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Soft Brown
Red Heart worsted weight yarn White (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Linen

Crochet size H hook
Fiberfill
Scissors
Blunt needle
cardboard or ruler
Pins
measuring tape
Note: Baxter's muzzle is somewhat complex because it is is a composite, so please, read the instructions carefully so that you can follow them well and come up with a successful and satisfactory result!

Body- (Make 2): With Gold, ch 31. Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across (31 sc). Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across.
Ch 1, turn. Row 3 to 15- Rep row 2. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 16- Join Cafe. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 17 to 30- Rep row 16. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Place both right sides of body facing, sew sides and bottom, leaving top open. Fasten off.
Eye Patch- With White, ch 11. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn (10 sc made). Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across.
Ch 1, turn. Row 3 to 7 Rep row 2. Fasten off. Join Black. Round 8- 1 sc in each sc across till you reach last sc, make 2 sc in last sc, turn the corner and work across the narrow end of patch, making 1 sc per row, make two sc in last row as you turn the corner, then make 1 sc in
each loop of foundation chain until you reach the end, make 2 sc in that last loop, turn the corner again and working on narrow end of patch, make 1 sc per row until you reach beginning sc, add 1 sc in that spot. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.

Brown Circle Spot- With Coffee, ch 24, sl st to join round. Rnd 1- Ch 1, 1 sc in first ch, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 6 ch, 2 sc in next ch, *1 sc in each of next 5 ch, 2 sc in next ch, rep from * around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Sew this circle onto eye patch as seen in photos.
Muzzle- (Central piece) With Linen, ch 7. Row 1- 1 sc 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across (5 sc). Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 1 sc in each of last 2 sc, turn around and make 2 sc in first
loop of foundation chain, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in last loop of foundation ch, sl st to join rnd. (14 sc)
Rnd 3- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in first ch 1 sp, sl st to join rnd. (18 sc)
Row 4- 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 9 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc, 1 sc in front of brginning ch 1, sl st to join rnd. (20 sc)
Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 7 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next sc 1 sc jn front of beginning ch 1, sk st to join rnd. (23 sc)
Rnds 6 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around. Sl st to join rnd. (23 sc)
Semi Rnd 9- Ch 12 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc im next sc, sl st in next sc. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. (The extra half rnd is to add height to the upper portion of the muzzle for additional cuteness.) Set aside center of muzzle.

Sides of Muzzle- (Make 2)- With Linen, ch 7.
Rnd 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. (5 sc) Turn around, 2 sc in first loop of foundation chain, 1 sc in each loop of foundation chain to end of round, sl st to join rnd. (11 sc)
Rnd 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in next of 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in front of first ch 1, sl st to join rnd.(15 sc)
Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc 1 sc in front of beginning ch 1, sl st to join rnd.(18 sc)
Rnd 4- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 1 sc in front of beginning ch 1, sl st to join rnd.(21 sc)
Rnd 5- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in front of beginning ch 1, sl st to join rnd. (25 sc)
Rnd 6- 1 sc in each of 1st 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 1 sc in front of beginning ch 1, sl st to join rnd.(29 sc)
Rnd 7- Ch 1, 1 sc in each of next 7 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, 1 sc in front of brg ch 1, sl st to end of round. (33 sc) Fasten off leaving long tail to sew with.
Repeat on second one. Pin these two pieces to the sides of the main muzzle and sew. Stuff them firmly. follow photos to put muzzle together.

Nose- With Black, ch 6. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook, 1 sc in each ch to end of row. Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Pin to muzzle and sew all around. Embroider mouth. Stuff lightly. Measure Baxter's face and center this composite muzzle to the dog's "face" as seen in photos, pin down and thread a blunt needle with the long tail left and begin to sew. As you sew, try to shape the "wrinkles" on both sides of the nose as the cute "drooping cheeks" form on both sides of the nose, stuff a little more if you have to and as you continue to sew, use your fingers to continue to shape the hanging "cheeks" and gently stitch the "wrinkles" in place with tiny stitches that will not pull on the sc stitches that form the fabric but will disappear into them.
Additional explanatory note- Please, look carefully at the pictures. They show that the hanging pouches are sewn in a vertical direction. You crochet the whole muzzle in sections, stuff it, and sew the individual pieces to each other before you pin it to the face and sew all around.
In comparison to the center of the muzzle, the side pouches hang vertically.
Eyes- (Make 2)- With Black, ch 2. Make 6 sc into 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Measure where the eye should go within the eyepatch, pin in place and sew using the tail you left. Fasten off. Sew the other eye at same level on the other side of the one in the eyepatch.

Sculptured Eyebrow- With Gold, thread a blunt needle. With your fingers, create the "arched ridge" of the brow as seen in photos, then, inserting the needle from the top to the bottom, in a downward, vertical motion,
start stitching, go upwards and then again downwards, pulling ever so gently as you come in and out with your needle, until you finish going across and a protruding, somewhat arched eyebrow forms. Turn the top of the toy inside out, and stitch these eyebrow stitches together thus securing the "ridge" so that wear and handling of the toy will not break it up. Fasten off.
Second Eyebrow- Thread a needle with Cafe, and stitch inside the white area of the eye patch, embroider an eyebrow. Fasten off.
Tail- With Warm Brown, ch 2.
Rnd 1- 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each sc around. Rnds 3 to 8- 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Stuff lightly. Measure to center in the back of Baxter's body. Pin and sew in place. Fasten off.
Legs- With Soft and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnds 4 to 7-1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnds 8 to 10- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 11 to 13- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fastn off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff legs with Fiberfill and sew to bottom of body as seen in photos. Arms- With Soft Brown, and H hook, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close round. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- Make 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- Make 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off.
Rnd 5- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 6 to 11- Join Gold. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff arms and attach to body as seen in photos (about half way down to give some room to fluffy ears).
Stuff legs and sew in place. Fasten off. Stuff arms and sew in place. Fasten off.
Ears- (Make 4 pieces)- First 2 pieces- With Soft Brown, ch 3. Row 1- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hk, ch 2, turn. Row 2- 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, ch 2, turn.
Rows 3 to 9- Rep row 2. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Second 2 pieces- Repeat what you did for the first two pieces, but this time use Gold yarn.
Sew one Soft Brown piece to a Gold piece together, to make each ear.
As you are getting ready to sew ears tohead, stitch across ear, gathering a bit as you go to make the ear fit on the side of the head. Pin each ear in place and sew, one with Gold facing upwards and the other with Soft Brown facing upwards.
Stuff Baxter's body and sew top. Fasten off. Place ears at the sides of the head as seen in photos, pin down and sew in place. Fasten off.

You're done!
Not only do you have a pretty cute doggy, but you have learned how to make sculptured cheeks for your Amis!

Muzzle revised Nov. 2011.
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Funmigurumi Poochie Dog No. 5: Lollipop

2010-06-18T16:49:00.001-07:00

Okay, with a face like that one, who needs a lengthy introduction? Meet Lollipop, her big eyes, loopy ears, fluffy tail and candy colors make her a fun Ami to make and to share!

If you follow my style of making these toys (putting them together even as you crochet the different parts) you'll be done in no time at all. So, go ahead, make yourself a Lollipop!
Materials:

Red Heart worsted weight yarn Burgundy
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Hot Red
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Claret
Red Heart worsted weight Cherry Red
Red Heart worsted weight Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Soft Brown (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn White (scraps)
Crochet size H hook
Fiberfill
Scissors
Blunt needle
cardboard or ruler
Pins
measuring tape
Special Stitch: Loop Stitch- I find loop stitch easier to make with a piece of cardboard or a ruler.
You proceed as follows: With a ruler, measure a piece of cardboard 2 inches wide by 4 or 5 inches long.
Cut. And use it to make the loop stitch. To make the loop stitch, you wrap the yarn from front to back around the cardboard, while holding it in place, insert the hook in stitch you are about to make, going behind the cardboard and under the loop you are holding, pull up a loop and complete sc as usual, drop the loop from the cardboard.
There are other ways of making the loop stitch using your fingers, use the method that is easier for you.

Body- (Make 2): With Burgundy, ch 31. Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each ch across (31 sc). Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across.
Ch 1, turn. Row 3 to 15- Rep row 2. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Row 16- Join Hot Red. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 17 to 30- Rep row 16. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Place both right sides of body facing, sew sides and bottom, leaving top open. Fasten off.
Legs- With Claret and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnds 4 to 7-1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnds 8 to 10- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off. Rnds 11 to 13- Join Burgundy. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fastn off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff legs with Fiberfill and sew to bottom of body as seen in photos.
Arms- With Cherry Red, and H hook, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close round. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- Make 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- Make 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off.
Rnd 5- Join Hot Red. Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 6 to 11- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff arms and attach to body as seen in photos (about half way down to give some room to fluffy ears).
Stuff legs and sew in place. Fasten off. Stuff arms and sew in place. Fasten off.
Muzzle- With Cherry Red, ch 6.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each sc across till you reach last sc, 2 sc in that sc. Turn around and make 2 sc in first loop of froundation chain, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in last loop of foundation chain. Sl st to join into a round. Rnd 3- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, rep from *around. Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. Rnd 5- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. Rnd 6- 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of
next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. End round with 1 sc in each of last 4 sc. Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew with.
Nose-With Black, ch 6. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each chain across. Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Row 3-1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Pin nose to center of muzzle, sew in place. Embroider mouth as seen in photos.
Measure body to center muzzle. Stuff, pin in place and sew. Fasten off.
Eyes- (Make 2): With Black, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Fasten off. Rnd 2- Join Soft Brown. Working in back loops only, make 2 sc in first sc, 2 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, sl st in next sc. Fasten off. Rnd 3- Join White. Working on back loops only,make 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, sl st in next sc. Fasten off. Pin eyes in place as seen in photos and sew. Fasten off.
Eyelids and eyelashes- With Cherry Red, ch 7. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Pin in place above eyes as seen in photos, sew. Optional- Eyelashes: Thread a blund needle with Black, embroider under eyelids and make long stitched lashes on the corner of the eyelids as seen in photos.
Ears- (Front--Make 2): With Claret, ch 13. Row 1- 1 sc in third ch from hook and in each
ch across (12 sc). Row 2- Ch 1, make 1 loop stitch, make 1 loop stitch in each sc across (12 loop sts). Fasten off. Join Burgundy. Rows 3 to 4- 1 loop stitch in each stitch across. Fasten off. Row 5- Join Cherry Red. Make 1 loop stitch in each stitch across.
Fasten off. Join Hot Red. Row 6- Make 1 loop stitch in each st across. Row 7- Sc 2 tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till you reach the last two, sc2tog over the last 2 sc. Row 8- 1 loop st in each sc
across. Row 9- sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc across till you reach last 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc (7 sc).
Row 10- 1 loop st in each st across. Rows 11 to 12- Rep row 10. Fasten off.
Back- With Hot Red, ch 13. Row 1- 1 sc in third sc ch from hook and in each ch across (12 sc). Ch 1, turn. Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Rows 3 to 7- 1 sc in each sc across. Row 8- Sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till you reach last 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. Row 9- 1 sc in each sc across. Row 10- sc2tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in each sc till you reach
last 2 sc, sc2tog over last 2 sc. Rows 11 to 12- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off.
Put together 1 loopy side and 1 plain sc side and sew together,leaving top open. Repeat with other ear.
Tail- With Claret, ch 2. Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- Make 1 loop st in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 4- 1 loop st in each sc around. Rnd 5- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 6- 1 loop st in each st around.
Rnd 7- 1 loop st in each st around. Fasten off. Join Hot Red. Rnd 8- With Hot red, make 1 loop st in each st around. Fasten off. Join Burgundy. Rnds 9 to 10- With Burgundy, make 1 loop st in each st around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Measure back and sew tail well centered. Optional- Stuff tail lightly.
Stuff body. Sew top. Fasten off. Sew ears in place. Fasten off.

Done!

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Funmigurumi Poochie Dog No. 4: Toby

2010-05-31T22:02:00.000-07:00

I got the idea for Toby and had to let it go round and round my mind for a little bit before I could put it together, but here he is! His textured face will be a lot of fun for any Ami lover, young or old.
You might think that it would have been easier to have made Toby using the loop stitch, but that stitch wasn't going to give me the look I wanted, that is the reason why I made Toby this way.
Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Bright Yellow
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Soft Brown
Crochet hook size H
Crochet hook size C or B
Pins
Fiberfill
Scissors
Blunt needle
Body (make 2)- With Bright Yellow and H hook, ch 33. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across (32 sc). Ch 1, turn. Rows 2 to 31- make 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. If you want to, sew bottom and sides of body as soon as you have finished both sides (I like to finish as I go, it makes the toy come alive quicker), leaving the top open for stuffing. Place both right sides facing and sew the sides and the bottom using the tails you left as you crocheted. Fasten off. Turn both inside out and set aside.
Muzzle-Ch 8. Rnd 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch till 1 chain before end of row, 2 sc in last ch of row. Turn arund and make 1 sc in each
of the loops of foundation chain until you reach the one before the last one, 2 sc in that last loop. Slip st to join round.
Rnd 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around, slip st to join round.
Rnd 3- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, * 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, rep from * around and slip st to join rnd.
Rnd 4- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, rep from * around, slip st to join rnd.
Rnd 5- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each ofnest 5 sc, rep from * around. Slip st to join rnd.
Rnd 6- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, *2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, rep around, slip st to join rnd.
Rnd 7- 1 sc in each sc around, slip stitch to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Moustaches- (Make 2): Ch 8. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. Row 2-(Working on back loops only) 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 3 to 5- Rep row 2. Rows 3 to 5-(Working in back loops only): Rep row 2. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Moustache hair: Measure and cut 26 strands of yarn 8 inches long . How to attach strands: Once you have your lengths of yarn cut, proceed to attach the "hair" to the piece as follows: Turn the piece over and working on the loops on the wrong side (the side where the back loop stitches are more prominent), fold 1 strand of yarn in half and using a size C or B crochet hook, inser the hook into the first loop downwards, pull up the strand of yarn by its middle, making a loop in the hook, pull that loop up until you are able to manually pass the ends of the strand through the loop, pull again to close the loop and secure the strand in place. Repeat with evbery loop on that row. Rows 2 to 5- Rep row 1. Once you have finished with all the strands, take the hook and pull the strands to the front, carefully leaving the knots in the back. Sew the piece in place on the side of the muzzle by stitching the edge of the piece all around with the tail you had left. Fasten off.
Eyebrows- With Bright Yellow and H hook, ch 4. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across, (3 sc), ch 1, turn.
Row 2- (Working in back loops only) 1 sc in each sc across, ch 1, turn. (3 Sc). Rows 3 to 4- rep row 2. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Cut 18 strands of yarn 4 inches long (9 per brow). Fold strands in half and hook them to the side of eyebrow strip where the back loop work is prominent.
Pull to the front just as you did for Mustache. Pin in place above eyes. Take tail and thread a blunt needle,sew in place as seen in photos.
Note: You can add more if you want to but by now I figure you must be tired of cutting, hooking and pulling.
Nose- With Warm Brown and H hook, ch 7. Ro1-1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch acrossd. Ch 1, turn. Rows 2 to 4- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Pin the nose to the muzzle in between the moustache hairs and thread a blunt needle with the tail you left. Sew all around, fasten off. Thread blunt needle with Black and embroider mouth below nose as seen in photos. Fasten off.
Pin muzzle to center of Toby's face, leaving a spot open. Lightly fill with Fiberfill. Using tail, sew all around. Fasten off.
Eyes-(Make 2): With Black and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Slip stitch to join round. Fasten off. Join Soft Brown. Rnd 2- 2 sc, 1 sc, 2 sc, rep around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Pin in place and sew as seen in photos.
Tail- Ch 13. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. (12 sc). Rows 2 to 10- Working in back loops only, make 1 sc in each sc across. (12 sc).
Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Measure and cut 58 strands of Bright Yellow yarn 8 inches long. Turn the piece around towards the side where the loops are prominent and folding each strand in half and using a size C or size B crochet hook, attach the folded strand to each loop as explained for the moustache. Pull the loops through to the other side, leaving only the knots on the wrong side. Using the tail you left, thread a blunt needle and sew Toby's tail into a tube, close up the bottom of the tube and bring thread up and attach the tail to Toby's back on the 13th row, (counting from the bottom) well centered. Fasten off.
Ears, Back Piece (Make 2)- With Bright Yellow, ch 7. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each sc across. Ch 1, turn (6 sc). Row 2- 2 sc in first sc, 1 sc in each sc till last sc, 2 sc in last sc, (8 sc). Ch 1, turn. Row 3- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc to end of row, (10 sc). Ch 1, turn.
Row 4- 1 sc in each sc across. (10 sc). Ch 1, turn. Row 5- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in nest sc, 1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc to end of row, (12 sc). Ch 1, turn. Row 6- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each sc to end of row.(14 sc). Ch 1, turn. Rows 7 to 12- 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with in these two pieces.
Legs- With Bright Yellow and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnds 4 to 7-1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnds 8 to 13- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff legs with Fiberfill and sew to bottom of body as seen in photos.
Arms- With Bright Yellow, and H hook, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close round. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around.
Rnd 3- Make 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- Make 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around.
Rnd 5- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnds 6 to 11- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff arms and attach to body as seen in photos (about half way down to give some room to fluffy ears).
Ears, Front Piece (Make 2)- Repeat the same rows as for back pieces but this time, work rows 1 to 3 only on back loops. Work the rest of the rows on both loops. Fasten off.
Measure 28 strands of Bright Yellow yarn, each 8 inches long. Attach 1 strand of yarn to each loop on the first 3 rows on each front part of ear. Sew front part to back part. Attach to Toby's head as seen in photos. Fasten off.
Stuff Toby's body with Fiberfill and sew up top of head. Attach ears as seen in photos. Fasten off. You're done!

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Funmigurumi Poochie Dog No. 3: Missy

2010-05-27T22:05:00.000-07:00

Here's Missy, Spots' little sister. She's delicate in her movements, even elegant, but a regular tomboy as well. She's a fast runner, a limber fence climber (sigh!), a ferocious guard dog, and a finicky eater, but oh, such a loving and beautiful dog! No toy will do her justice, so I seek to capture only her funny side, because she's a regular clown as well. She's just a big-hearted girly dog who is not above being the ring-leader in mischief. She has drop-dead gorgeous eyes and loves to carry around her Milk Bone like a cigar.
(The real names of our dogs are Cody and Daisy, but I am only trying to cartoon their personalities in these toys, that is why I have also changed their names.) They have also big, soulful, yellow eyes and spotted bodies. They also have long hair, so I decided to add shells to Missy's boddy to represent her long fur.
Hope you enjoy this one also!
Materials:
Crochet hook size H
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Carrot
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Cafe
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black
Red Heart worsted weight Coffee
Red Heart worsted weight Buff (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight Gold (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight Shocking Pink (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight Aran (scraps)
Fiberfill
Scissors
Pins
Blunt needle
Body- Back: With Black, ch 31. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1 turn. Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Row 3- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn.
Row 4- (Wrong Side): Ch 3, 2 dc in front loop of first sc of row, skip 1 sc, 1 sc in next sc, skip 1 sc, *make 4 dc in next sc, skip 1 sc, 1 sc in next sc, skip 1 sc, rep from * across. Ch 1, turn.
Row 5- Work 1 sc in back loop of each sc in previous row. Ch 1, turn. Fasten off. Weave in tail.
Row 6- Join Coffee, make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 7 to 8- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Row 9- (Wrong Side): Ch 3, 2 dc in front loop of first sc of row, skip 1 sc, 1 sc in next sc, skip 1 sc, *make 4 dc in next sc, skip 1 sc, 1 sc in next sc, skip 1 sc, rep from * across. Ch 1, turn. Fasten off. Weave in tail. Row 10- Join Carrot. Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn.
Rows 11 to 13- Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Row 14- (Wrong Side): Ch 3, 2 dc in front loop of first sc of row, skip 1 sc, 1 sc in next sc, skip 1 sc, *make 4 dc in next sc, skip 1 sc, 1 sc in next sc, skip 1 sc, rep from * across. Ch 1, turn. Row 15- Make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Fasten off, weave in tail. Change color, join Cafe. Row 16- With Cafe, make 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 17 to 22- Rep rows 5 to 9. Rows 23 to 27- Rep rows 5 to 9. Rows 28 to 30- 1 sc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Row 31- (Wrong Side): Ch 3, 2 dc in front loop of first sc of row, skip 1 sc, 1 sc in next sc, skip 1 sc, *make 4 dc in next sc, skip 1 sc, 1 sc in next sc, skip 1 sc, rep from * across. Ch 1, turn. Row 32- Make 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Body-Front: Rows 1 to 5-With Black, repeat all thr rows that you made with Black for Back. Fasten off, weave in tail. Join Coffee. Rows 6 to 9- Rep same rows as for Back. Fasten off, weave in tail. Join Carrot. Rows 10 to 15- Rep same rows as for Back with Carrot.Fasten off, weave in tail. Join Cafe. Rows 16 to 32- With Cafe, make 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Legs- First Leg: With Coffee and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnds 4 to 7-1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off Coffee. Join Black. Rnds 8 to 13- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Second Leg- With Black and H hook, repeat all rounds of First Leg. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff leg lightly and sew in place as seen in photos.Sew to Second Leg as seen in photos. Stuff leg lightly and sew in place as seen in photos.
Arms- First Arm : With Black, and H hook, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close round. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- Make 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- Make 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 5- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off and Join Carrot. Rnds 6 to 11- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Second Arm- With Cafe and H hook, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close round. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Rnds 3 to 11- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff arms lightly and sew in place as seen in photos.
Tail- With Carrot and H hook,Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Rnds 2 to 14- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off leaving long tail to sew with. Sew to the back of "Spots" Body as seen in photos.
Muzzle- (Make 2): With Buff and H hook, ch 5. Rnd 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hk and in each of next 2 ch, ch 2 in last ch. Turn around and make 1 sc in each of next 2 loops of foundation chain, 2 sc in last loop of foundation ch. Sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2-2 sc in each sc around. Sl st to join rnd. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Sl st to join rnd. Rnd 4- 1 s in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc. Rep around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Pin in place and sew.
Make nose.
Nose- With Black, ch 6. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch 1, turn. Rows 2 to 3- 1 sc in each sc across. Embroider down in between the pieces of the muzzle as seen in photos. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Mouth- With Shocking Pink, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around, slip st to close round. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. With a measuring tape, measure the front and center the circle of the mouth, pin it. Sew in place. Fasten off and weave in tail. Measure again and place the two pieces of the muzzle on top of the mouth also centered. Pin them. Sew in place. Place nose in between the two ovals of the muzzle at the top as seen in photos and sew. Fasten off. Weave in tail.
Eyes (Make 2 of each)- White of Eye- With Aran yarn and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in every sc around. Slip st to close rnd. Fasten off. Golden Part of Eye- With God and H hook, chain 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd, leaving long tail to sew with. Pupils- With Black and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip stitch to close round. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Place pieces of eyes one on top of the other as seen in photos and pin. Sew in place.
Fasten off. Weave in tail.
Stuff Missy's body and sew top. Fasten off, weave in tail. Now make ears.
Ears- First Ear- With Cafe and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 4 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- Make 2 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 5- Make 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc,
rep around. Rnd 6- Make 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. End rnd with 1 sc in each of last 3 sc. Rnd 7- Make 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 8- Make 1 sc in each of first 7 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnds 9 to 14- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 15- Make 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, reduce sc over next 2, rep around. Rnd 16- Make 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, reduce sc over next 2 sc, rep around. Rnd 17- 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, reduce sc over next 2 sc, rep around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Second Ear- With Coffee and H hook, repeat
all the rounds of First Ear. Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew with.
Sew ears in place as seen in photos.
Flower- (optional): With Gold and H hook, ch 5, slip st to join rnd. Rnd 1- Ch 3, make 3 dc in same spot as ch 3, ch 3, 1 sc, ch 3, 3 dc , ch 3, 1 sc, ch 3, 3 dc, ch 3, slip st at base of beg chain. Sew flower in place as seen in photos.
You're done!

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Amazing Wonders of Creation

Funmigurumi Poochie Dogs No. 2: Spots

2010-05-10T18:02:00.000-07:00

We have had the most wonderful dogs (I think all dog lovers feel the same way about their pups!) For one reason or another, all of ours have had spots. So, I'm inspired to share my own take on wonderful, fun, loving, spotted dogs. Without any more hoopla, here's Spots, the lovable goofball.
Spots' biggest problem is that he cannot believe how is it that Mama has a radar that always catches him red-handed! (Sometimes his sister is the instigator of the mischief and he's just playing along) so he puts on this lovable, "I don't know what you're talking about look". . .hoping to get away with it!
Hope you enjoy the pattern.
Materials:
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Carrot
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Cafe
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Coffee
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Buff (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Gold (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Black (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn White (scraps)
Red Heart worsted weight yarn Soft Brown (scraps)
Size H crochet hook
Blunt needle
Pins
Scissors
Fiberfill
Body- (Make 2) With Coffee and H hook, ch 32.
Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Ch, turn.
Rows 2 to 8- Make 1 sc in each ch from hook. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with (optional). Join Carrot. Rows 9 to 16- With Carrot, make 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Join Cafe. Rows 17 to 32- With Cafe, make 1 sc in each sc across. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Immediately after you finish both sides of the body, place them on on top of the other with right sides facing, and sew the sides and the bottom, using tails you have left, or just using yarn you thread on your blunt needle. Fasten off. Turn inside out and set aside.
"Spots"- Body Spot 1- With Gold and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in every sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Body Spot 2- With Soft Brown and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- Make 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- Make 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Small body spots- (Make 2) With Buff and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close round. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Take a look at photos and sew the "spots" in place. Fasten off.
Arms- (Make 2)- With Cafe and h hook, Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close round. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- Make 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- Make 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnds 5 to 11- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff arms lightly and sew in place as seen in photos.
Legs- First Leg- With Coffee and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- 1 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4-1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnds 5 to 13- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Second Leg- With Cafe and H hook, repeat first 8 rounds of First Leg. Fasten off Cafe. Join Coffee. Rnds 9 to 13- With Coffee, make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Leg Spot- With Carrot and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Fasten off. Join Gold. Rnd 3- Make 1 sc in each of first sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Stuff leg lightly and sew in place as seen in photos.Sew to Second Leg as seen in photos. Stuff leg lightly and sew in place as seen in photos.
Eyes (Make 2 of each)- White of Eye- With White yarn and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in every sc around. Slip st to close rnd. Fasten off. Golden Part of Eye- With God and H hook, chain 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd, leaving long tail to sew with. Pupils- With Black and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip stitch to close round. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with.
Ears- First Ear- With Cafe and H hook, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 4 sc in 2nd ch from hook, slip st to close rnd. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc around. Rnd 3- Make 2 sc in each of first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 5- Make 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 6- Make 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. End rnd with 1 sc in each of last 3 sc. Rnd 7- Make 1 sc in each of first 6 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnd 8- Make 1 sc in each of first 7 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Rnds 9 to 14- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 15- Make 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, reduce sc over next 2, rep around. Rnd 16- Make 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, reduce sc over next 2 sc, rep around. Rnd 17- 1 sc in each of first 5 sc, reduce sc over next 2 sc, rep around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Second Ear- With Coffee and H hook, repeat the first 5 Rnds of First Ear. Change to Cafe, and continue ear as you did for First Ear. Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew with.
Tail- With Carrot and H hook,Ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 8 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Rnds 2 to 14- Make 1 sc in each sc around. Fasten off leaving long tail to sew with. Sew to the back of "Spots" Body as seen in photos. Muzzle- (Make 2) With Buff and H hook, ch 5. Rnd 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hk and in each of next 2 ch, ch 2 in last ch. Turn around and make 1 sc in each of next 2 loops of foundation chain, 2 sc in last loop of foundation ch. Sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2-2 sc in each sc around. Sl st to join rnd. Rnd 3- 1 sc in first 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep around. Sl st to join rnd. Rnd 4- 1 s in each of first 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc. Rep around. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Pin in place as you see in photos and sew. Fasten off. Make Nose.
Nose- With Black and H hook, ch 7. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. Row 2- 1 sc in each sc across. Row 3- Sc 2 tog over first 2 sc, 1 sc in next sc, sc 2 tog over last 2 sc. Fasten off, leaving long tail to sew with. Pin on top of Muzzle as seen in photos and sew.
Mouth- Embroider mouth as seen in pictures.
Once you have the face finished (all the parts sewn), stuff the dog and sew the top. Sew ears in place and fastn off.
You're done!
If you have a beloved poochie who has dug up your favorite rose bush and then looks at you with innocent eyes when you come running out of the house to save what is left of your garden, you will love this little bandit!
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