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Imagine a soft, squishy companion, perfect for little hands to hold or to brighten any space with its charming presence. This delightful amigurumi pattern guides you through creating an adorable animal, complete with sweet ears and a cute little tail. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter looking for a quick and satisfying project or a beginner eager to dive into the magical world of amigurumi, this pattern is designed to bring joy and a sense of accomplishment. Gather your favorite soft yarn and let’s create something truly special!
Materials and Tools
- Himalaya Dolphin Baby yarn (white 80301, soft pink 80319)
- #3.5 hook
- 25mm safety eyes
- Filler (hollow fiber/holofiber)
- Sewing needle
- Thread for sewing on the pieces
- Markers
Abbreviations Used
- KA: Amigurumi ring
- SC: Single crochet
- UB: Decrease
- CH: Chain stitch
- PR: Increase
- SS: Slip stitch
Important Notes
This finished toy will be approximately 15 cm tall, making it a perfect little huggable friend!
Instructions
Head
- Row 1: 8 sc in KA
- Row 2: 8 CR (16)
- Row 3: (1 sc, CR)*8 (24)
- Row 4: (2 sc, CR)*8 (32)
- Row 5: (Z sc, CR)*8 (40)
- 6-7 pp: 40 sc
- Row 8: In this row, knit in the ears 2 sc, 7 sc (left ear), 18 sc, 7 sc (right ear), 6 sc (40)
- Row 9: 40 sc
- Row 10: (Z sc, UB)*8 (32)
- Row 11: (2 sc, UB)*8 (24). Insert the eyes in the 3rd row from the center. Stuff with holofiber.
- Row 12: (1 sc, UB)*8 (16)
- Row 13: 8 UB
Ears
- Knit two pieces.
- Row 1: Knit a chain of 6 ch, starting from the 2nd st from the hook, knit Row 2
- Row 2: 5 sc, turn knitting
- Row 3: 4 sc
- Row 4: Z sc
- Row 5: 2 sc
- Row 6: 1 sc
- Tie the ear with white yarn.
Lower Legs
- Knit two pieces.
- Row 1: 4 sc in KA
- Row 2-3: 4 sc, sl st, cut the thread.
- Stuff the legs lightly with holofiber.
Upper Feet
- Pink thread
- Row 1: 4 sc in KA
- Row 2: 4 sc
- Row 3: Change to white thread and knit 4 sc
- 4-5 rows: 4 sc, sl- sl, cut thread.
Body
- Row 1: 8 sc in KA
- Row 2: 8 PR (16)
- Row 3: (1 sc, PR) * 8 (24)
- Row 4: (2 sc, PR) * 8 (32)
- Row 5: Knit through the back loop of the row. In this row knit the lower legs. Between the legs 4 sc. 12 sc, 2 sc (left leg), 4 sc, 2 sc (right leg) 12 sc (32). Then continue knitting as usual.
- Row 6: 32 sc
- Row 7: (2sc, UB)*8 (24).
- Row 8: 24sc
- Row 9: (1sc, UB)*8 (16)
- Row 10: 16sc
- Row 11: 3sc, 2sc (left upper paw) 7sc, 2sc (right upper paw) 2sc (16)
- Row 12: 16sc.
Tail
- Pink yarn
- Row 1: 6sc in KA
- Row 2: sc
- Row 3: (1sc, PR)*3 (9)
- Row 4: 9sc
- White yarn
- 5-8 pp: 9sc
- Pink yarn
- 9-12 rows: 9 sc
- White yarn
- 13-15 rows: 9 sc
- Pink yarn
- 16-20 rows: 9 sc. Fold the knitting and knit 4 sc.
Face
- Pink yarn
- Row 1: sc in KA
- Row 2: (1sc, PR)*3 (9)
Finishing Touches
Fill the body and sew on the head. Insert the nose and sew the muzzle and tail to the body. You can optionally tighten the eyes for a more sculpted look. Your LEMUR is READY!
Frequently Asked Questions
This pattern specifies Himalaya Dolphin Baby yarn, a super soft chenille-style yarn that’s perfect for creating cuddly amigurumi. Its bulky nature also helps the project work up quickly, resulting in a delightfully squishy finished toy.
Following this pattern and using the recommended materials, your adorable crochet friend will stand approximately 15 cm (about 6 inches) tall. This makes it a perfect size for a little hand to hold or for display on a shelf.
The pattern recommends 25mm safety eyes for a specific look. While you can experiment with slightly smaller or larger eyes for a different expression, ensure they are securely fastened. Always choose eyes appropriate for the age of the recipient, especially for children.
Holofiber is a synthetic, hypoallergenic stuffing material similar to polyester fiberfill. It’s excellent for amigurumi because it holds its shape well, provides a smooth finish, and is washable. You can easily find it in craft stores or online as “fiberfill” or “polyfill.”
Congratulations, fellow maker! You’ve brought a charming new friend to life with your own hands. Every stitch tells a story of creativity and dedication. We hope you cherish your handmade companion and feel incredibly proud of what you’ve accomplished. Keep those hooks busy and continue spreading handmade joy!
