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A Little Christmas Peppermint Magic: Crocheting with a Purpose

One of the things I love most about crochet is that it gives us the opportunity to make something special for someone else. This Christmas, my crochet group has decided to put our hooks to work for a wonderful cause. We’re making lap blankets and shawls to donate to a local retirement home, hoping to bring a little extra warmth and holiday cheer to the residents.

It’s the perfect opportunity to combine two of my personal crochet goals for 2026!

At the beginning of the year, I set a goal to downsize my ever-growing yarn stash. If you’re a crocheter, you probably understand that this is easier said than done! Somehow, yarn seems to multiply when we’re not looking. I decided it was time to put some of those forgotten skeins to good use, so I pulled out all my Christmas-colored yarn and started looking for inspiration.

My other goal for 2026 was to learn some new stitches and techniques. I wanted to challenge myself a little rather than automatically reaching for the same familiar patterns and stitches. That’s when I started thinking about spirals.

I thought a spiral design worked in traditional Christmas colors would be beautiful. Red and white twisting together immediately brought peppermint candy to mind! You know those classic red-and-white peppermint swirls that show up everywhere during the holidays? That’s exactly the look I had in mind.

And so, a little Christmas peppermint inspiration turned into my next crochet adventure!

I love how the colors work together, and the spiral adds visual interest without needing an overly complicated design. It’s also a fun way to practice a new technique while making something useful and meaningful.

The best part? Every skein of Christmas yarn I use is one less skein taking up space in my stash, and every finished blanket or shawl will help make someone’s Christmas a little cozier.

It’s a win-win!

Do you crochet for charity? I’d love to hear about the projects you’ve made for nursing homes, hospitals, shelters, or other organizations. And if you’re working on downsizing your yarn stash, tell me: Are you actually using up your yarn, or does it seem to magically replenish itself?

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Candy Cane Lapghan

Blanket measures 48″ diameter and uses approximately 1080 yards of worsted weight yarn with a K (6.5 mm) hook.

Directions:

Rnd 1: Start with color B and make a magic ring. Ch 1, sc, hdc, 4 dc, then pull up lp in last dc to use on next rnd. Attach color A in magic ring, ch 1, sc, hdc, 4 dc, pull up lp in last dc (12 sts). Tighten magic ring. Do not join rnds.

Rnd 2: With Color B, pick up lp and work 2 dc in each st. Pull up lp in last dc. Go back to color A and pick up lp, work 2 dc in each st (24 dc). Pull up lp in last dc.

Rnd 3: With Color B, pick up lp and work *1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times. Pull up lp in last dc. Go back to color A and pick up lp, *1 dc in next st, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times (36 dc). Pull up lp in last dc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rnd 4: With Color B, pick up lp and work *1 dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times. Pull up lp in last dc. Go back to color A and pick up lp, *1 dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times (48 dc). Pull up lp in last dc.

Rnd 5: With Color B, pick up lp and work *1 dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times. Pull up lp in last dc. Go back to color A and pick up lp, *1 dc in next 3 sts, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times (60 dc). Pull up lp in last dc.

Rnd 6: With Color B, pick up lp and work *1 dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times. Pull up lp in last dc. Go back to color A and pick up lp, *1 dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times (72 dc). Pull up lp in last dc.

Rnd 7: With Color B, pick up lp and work *1 dc in next 5 sts, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times. Pull up lp in last dc. Go back to color A and pick up lp, *1 dc in next 5 sts, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times (84 dc). Pull up lp in last dc.

Rnd 8: With Color B, pick up lp and work *1 dc in next 6 sts, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times. Pull up lp in last dc. Go back to color A and pick up lp, *1 dc in next 6 sts, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times (96 dc). Pull up lp in last dc.

Rnd 9: With Color B, pick up lp and work *1 dc in next 7 sts, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times. Pull up lp in last dc. Go back to color A and pick up lp, *1 dc in next 7 sts, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times (108 dc). Pull up lp in last dc.

Rnd 10: With Color B, pick up lp and work *1 dc in next 8 sts, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times. Pull up lp in last dc. Go back to color A and pick up lp, *1 dc in next 8 sts, 2 dc in next st,* 6 times (120 dc). Pull up lp in last dc.

Continue to work in same manner switching colors and increasing 12 dc each rnd until your blanket reaches desired size.

On last rnd of Color B after last dec, work dc, hdc, sc, sl st. Fasten off yarn. Continue with Color A to make one complete rnd. Then work dc, hdc, sc, sl st to finish rnd.

Edging:

Continuing with Color A, *sk 2 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 2 sts, sl st in next st,* repeat around. Join with sl st. Fasten off yarn.

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Crochet a Kookum Doll for Native American Heritage Month

A few years ago I attended a fiber festival in Edmonton – wow! There were so many beautiful things, I couldn’t fit everything I wanted into my suitcase. I did get a beautiful pair of Kookum earrings from Particular Possum, a Cree Indigenous artisan based out of Edmonton. Her beadwork jewelry is exquisite!! She graciously gave me permission to turn her earring design into a doll.

The term “Kookum” represents the cherished role of grandmothers in Cree families. This doll will hopefully be a cherished member of your little one’s family. This would be a beautiful birthday gift for your little girl.


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Materials:

Worsted weight yarn –

DRESS:

60 yards fuchsia

50 yards pink

30 yards purple

5 yards tan

10 yards black

2 yards white

Crochet hook size G (4.0 mm)

Yarn needle

Fiberfill

 

Gauge: 8 rows = 2”, 8 sc = 2”

 Doll measures approximately 15” tall by 9” wide.

STITCHES:

Popcorn: work 5 dc in same sp, pull up lp in last dc, insert hook through top of first dc and pull through lp.

 

TWO-TONE DRESS DIRECTIONS:

FRONT:

Row 1: With fuchsia ch 26, sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 24 sc (25 sc).

Rows 2-5: Ch 1, turn, 2 sc in first st, sc across (29 sc at end of Row 5).

Rows 6-7: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (27 sc at end of Row 7).

Row 8: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st. Fasten off fuchsia.

Row 9: If skirt is 2 colors: Attach pink yarn, ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, *dc in st of Row 7, sc in st of Row 8,* repeat across (26 sc).

If skirt is 1 color: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (26 sc).

Row 10: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (25 sc).

Row 11: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Rows 12-13: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (23 sc).

Rows 14-15: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Rows 16-17: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (21 sc).

Rows 18-19: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Rows 20-21: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (19 sc).

Rows 22-23: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Rows 24-25: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (17 sc).

Row 26: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st. Fasten off pink.

Row 27: Ch 1, turn, 2 tan sc, 13 purple sc, 2 tan sc (17 sc).

Row 28: Ch 1, turn, 3 tan sc, 11 purple sc, 3 tan sc (17 sc).

Row 29: Ch 1, turn, 1 fuchsia sc, 1 tan sc, 1 white sc, 11 pink sc, 1 white sc, 1 tan sc, 1 fuchsia sc (17 sc).

Row 30: Ch 1, turn, 2 fuchsia sc, 1 white sc, 11 pink, 1 white sc, 2 fuchsia sc (17 sc).

Row 31: Ch 1, turn, inc fuchsia, 1 fuchsia sc, 1 white sc, 11 pink sc, 1 white sc, 1 fuchsia sc, inc fuchsia (19 sc).

Row 32: Ch 1, turn, inc fuchsia, 1 fuchsia sc, 2 white sc, 11 pink sc, 2 white sc, 1 fuchsia sc, inc fuchsia (21 sc).

Row 33: Ch 1, turn, 3 fuchsia sc, 2 white sc, 11 pink sc, 2 white sc, 3 fuchsia sc (21 sc).

Row 34: Ch 1, turn, inc fuchsia, 1 fuchsia sc, 3 white sc, 11 pink sc, 3 white sc, 1 fuchsia sc, inc fuchsia (23 sc).

Row 35: Ch 1, turn, dec fuchsia, 2 fuchsia sc, 2 white sc, 11 pink sc, 2 white sc, 2 fuchsia sc, dec fuchsia (21 sc).

Row 36: Ch 1, turn, dec fuchsia, 2 fuchsia sc, 1 white sc, 11 pink sc, 1 white sc, 2 fuchsia sc, dec fuchsia (19 sc).

Row 37: Ch 1, turn, dec fuchsia, 2 fuchsia sc, 11 pink sc, 2 fuchsia sc, dec fuchsia (17 sc).

Row 38: Ch 1, turn, 3 fuchsia sc, 11 pink sc, 3 fuchsia sc.

Row 39: Ch 1, turn, dec fuchsia, 1 fuschia sc, 3 pink sc, 5 tan sc, 3 pink sc, 1 fuchsia sc, dec fuchsia (15 sc).

Row 40: Ch 1, turn, dec fuchsia, 2 pink sc, 7 tan sc, 2 pink sc, dec fuchsia (13 sc).

Rows 41-44: Ch 1, turn, 3 black sc, 7 tan sc, 3 black sc (13 sc).

Row 45: Ch 1, turn, dec black, 2 black sc, 5 tan sc, 2 black sc, dec black (11 sc).

Row 46: Ch 1, turn, dec black, 7 black sc, dec black (9 sc).

Row 47: Ch 1, turn, dec black, 5 black sc, dec black (7 sc).

Row 48: Ch 1, turn, dec black, 3 black sc, dec black (5 sc). Fasten off black.

BACK:

Row 1: With fuchsia ch 26, sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 24 sc (25 sc).

Rows 2-5: Ch 1, turn, 2 sc in first st, sc across (29 sc at end of Row 5).

Rows 6-7: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (27 sc at end of Row 7).

Row 8: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st. Fasten off fuchsia.

Row 9: If skirt is 2 colors: Attach pink yarn, ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, *dc in st of Row 7, sc in st of Row 8,* repeat across (26 sc).

If skirt is 1 color: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (26 sc).

Row 10: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (25 sc).

Row 11: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Rows 12-13: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (23 sc).

Rows 14-15: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Rows 16-17: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (21 sc).

Rows 18-19: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Rows 20-21: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (19 sc).

Rows 22-23: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Rows 24-25: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, sc across (17 sc).

Row 26: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st. Fasten off pink.

Row 27: Ch 1, turn, 2 tan sc, 13 purple sc, 2 tan sc (17 sc).

Row 28: Ch 1, turn, 3 tan sc, 11 purple sc, 3 tan sc (17 sc).

Row 29: Ch 1, turn, 1 fuchsia sc, 1 tan sc, 1 white sc, 11 pink sc, 1 white sc, 1 tan sc, 1 fuchsia sc (17 sc).

Row 30: Ch 1, turn, 2 fuchsia sc, 1 white sc, 11 pink, 1 white sc, 2 fuchsia sc (17 sc).

Row 31: Ch 1, turn, inc fuchsia, 1 fuchsia sc, 1 white sc, 11 pink sc, 1 white sc, 1 fuchsia sc, inc fuchsia (19 sc).

Row 32: Ch 1, turn, inc fuchsia, 1 fuchsia sc, 2 white sc, 11 pink sc, 2 white sc, 1 fuchsia sc, inc fuchsia (21 sc).

Row 33: Ch 1, turn, 3 fuchsia sc, 2 white sc, 11 pink sc, 2 white sc, 3 fuchsia sc (21 sc).

Row 34: Ch 1, turn, inc fuchsia, 1 fuchsia sc, 3 white sc, 11 pink sc, 3 white sc, 1 fuchsia sc, inc fuchsia (23 sc).

Row 35: Ch 1, turn, dec fuchsia, 2 fuchsia sc, 2 white sc, 11 pink sc, 2 white sc, 2 fuchsia sc, dec fuchsia (21 sc).

Row 36: Ch 1, turn, dec fuchsia, 2 fuchsia sc, 1 white sc, 11 pink sc, 1 white sc, 2 fuchsia sc, dec fuchsia (19 sc).

Row 37: Ch 1, turn, dec fuchsia, 2 fuchsia sc, 11 pink sc, 2 fuchsia sc, dec fuchsia (17 sc).

Row 38: Ch 1, turn, 3 fuchsia sc, 11 pink sc, 3 fuchsia sc.

Row 39: Ch 1, turn, dec fuchsia, 1 fuschia sc, 11 pink sc, 1 fuchsia sc, dec fuchsia (15 sc).

Row 40: Ch 1, turn, dec fuchsia, 11 pink sc,  dec fuchsia (13 sc).

Rows 41-44: Ch 1, turn, 13 black sc (13 sc).

Row 45: Ch 1, turn, dec black, 9 black sc, dec black (11 sc).

Row 46: Ch 1, turn, dec black, 7 black sc, dec black (9 sc).

Row 47: Ch 1, turn, dec black, 5 black sc, dec black (7 sc).

Row 48: Ch 1, turn, dec black, 3 black sc, dec black (5 sc). Fasten off black.

EDGING:

Rnd 1: Place dolls together with wrong sides facing. Sc through both thicknesses all the way around, placing 2 sc in corners and curves. Change colors as needed to match colors on the doll. Stuff doll as you go.

Rnd 2: Attach purple yarn and work *popcorn st,* ch 1, sk 1 st,* around entire doll. When working a corner or curve (head, bottom corners, elbows), extra popcorns will be needed. At these points, do not sk 1 st. Join with sl st in first popcorn. Fasten off purple.

Rnd 3: With fuchsia yarn, repeat Rnd 2. Change to pink yarn at shoulder and change back to fuchsia at opposite shoulder. Join with sl st in first popcorn st. Fasten off yarn.

Weave in (or hide) all ends.

BRAID: (Make 2)

Cut six 10” pieces of black yarn. Pull through Row 41 of front. Braid and tie off with a matching piece of yarn.

HEART: (Make 4)

With desired color of yarn, ch 4. In 4th ch from hook, work 2 dc, 2 hdc, 1 sc, ch 1, 1 sc, 2 hdc, 2 dc, ch 3, sl st in same sp. Fasten off leaving 9” length for sewing. Sew one to top of dress and 3 at bottom of dress just above the color change.

 

The ad-free PDF includes 2 color versions – one wears a pink dress, and the other uses separate shades of turquoise for skirt and shirt.

Each Kookum doll has black braids and is surrounded by 2 rows of popcorn stitches to represent the beading of the original earrings.

Kookum Doll Crochet Pattern

 

 

 

 

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Spider Trick or Treat Bag Crochet Pattern

Crochet a Spooktacular Spider Trick-or-Treat Bag!

Halloween is creeping closer, and it’s time to get those hooks ready for some spooky-season fun! 🎃🕷️ If you’re looking for a fun crochet project that’s both festive and practical, my Spider Trick-or-Treat Bag Crochet Pattern is just the thing!

Forget boring store-bought candy bags. This Halloween, make something handmade that’s sure to stand out while collecting all those delicious treats!

A Creepy-Cute Bag for Halloween Night

Spiders might give some people the creeps, but this crochet spider bag is all about cute Halloween fun! It’s a playful accessory for little trick-or-treaters and a fun way to add a handmade touch to Halloween celebrations.

Imagine your little candy collector heading out on Halloween night with their very own spider-themed bag, ready to gather candy from every friendly haunted house on the block. It’s a fun project for Halloween lovers and anyone who enjoys crocheting seasonal accessories.

A Fun Halloween Crochet Project

One of my favorite things about seasonal crochet is getting to create projects that are only used for a special time of year. Halloween is the perfect excuse to pull out the spooky colors, embrace the creepy-cute designs, and make something a little different!

This Spider Trick-or-Treat Bag is a great addition to your Halloween crochet collection. It also makes a thoughtful handmade gift for a child who loves Halloween, spiders, or collecting candy.

And let’s be honest: a handmade candy bag might not make the candy disappear any slower, but it certainly makes trick-or-treating more fun!

 

Finished bag measures approximately 3” tall by 3” wide (not including legs).

 

Materials:

Worsted weight yarn

40 yards MC

Crochet hook size H (5.0 mm)

Wiggle eyes

 

Directions:

Rnd 1: With MC yarn, ch 2. Sc 6 in second ch from hook. Do not join.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each sc (12 sc).

Rnd 3: *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 4: *1 sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc*, repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 5: *1 sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc*, repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 6: *Sc in next 2 sc, ch 11, sc in back lp of 2nd ch and next 9 ch, sc in next sc or Rnd 5,* repeat 7 times (for a total of 8 legs), sc in last 6 sts.

Rnd 7: Sc in each st, allowing legs to fall on right side of work.

Rnds 8-11: Sc in each st. Join with sl st.

Rnd 12: *Sc, ch 1, skip 1 sc,* repeat around. Join. Fasten off yarn.

Drawstring:

With MC yarn, make a chain 12″ long and knot both ends. Pull through loops made in Rnd 12 of bag. Weave in all ends.

Glue eyes to front of spider.

 

Ad-free PDF download Spider Trick-or-Treat Bag Crochet Pattern

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Cinderella’s Carriage Halloween Bucket Crochet Pattern

Rodgers & Hammerstein wrote, “Impossible, for a plain yellow pumpkin to become a golden carriage.”

Maybe turning a pumpkin into a golden carriage is impossible—but with a crochet hook and a little creativity, you can easily make a golden carriage to complete your little princess’s Halloween costume this year! ✨🎃👑

It’s a magical finishing touch for a Cinderella-inspired costume and a fun handmade accessory she’ll treasure long after Halloween is over.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Materials:

I Love This Yarn Metallic

400 yards Ivory

Crochet hook size J (6.0 mm)

Yarn needle

½” to 1” gold ribbon

Plastic Halloween bucket (from dollar store or use gallon ice cream bucket)

 

Measures approximately 7” tall (not including handle). This may vary based on the type of bucket you use.

 

Directions:

SIDE: Row 1: Using a double strand of yarn, ch 23, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch, hdc in next 3 ch, dc in next 3 ch, tr in next 4 ch, dc in next 3 ch, hdc in next 3 ch, sc in last 3 ch (22 sts).

Row 2: (Right side) Ch 1, turn. Working in BLO, sc in 3 sc, hdc in 3 hdc, dc in 3 dc, tr in 4 tr, dc in 3 dc, hdc in 3 hdc, sc in 3 sc.

Row 3: Ch 1, turn. Working in both lps, sc in 3 sc, hdc in 3 hdc, dc in 3 dc, tr in 4 tr, dc in 3 dc, hdc in 3 hdc, sc in 3 sc.

Rows 4-59: Repeat Rows 2-3 until piece measures 25” (measuring along sc edge) or until desired length to fit around your bucket. Fasten off yarn leaving 15” length for sewing.

With right sides tog, sew foundation ch of Row 1 to BLO of Row 59.

BOTTOM:

NOTE: St counts may vary if the number of rows you made is not equal to 59.

Rnd 1: With right side facing, attach double strand of yarn to bottom and sc around with 1 sc in each row end (approximately 59 sc). Do not join.

Rnd 2: Working in BLO, *dec, sc in next 6 sts,* 7 times, dec, sc in remaining sts (51 sc).

Rnd 3: Working in both lps, *dec, sc in next 5 sts,* 7 times, sc in remaining sts (44 sc).

Rnd 4: *Dec, sc in next 4 sts,* 7 times, sc in remaining sts (37 sc).

Rnd 5: *Dec, sc in next 3 sts,* 7 times, sc in remaining sts (30 sc).

Rnd 6: *Dec, sc in next 2 sts,* 7 times, dec, sc in remaining sts (22 sc).

Rnd 7: *Dec, sc in next st,* 7 times, sc in remaining sts (15 sc).

Rnd 8: Dec around, sc in last st (8 sc). Close with ult fin.

Ultimate Finish Video

Glue plastic bucket inside the pumpkin.

Wrap handle in gold ribbon and glue in place.

Tie gold ribbon in bows on both sides of handle.

 

PDF available at Cinderella’s Carriage Halloween Bucket Crochet Pattern

 

 

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Meet the Zombie Pug: A Spooky Crochet Project for Halloween!

Looking for a crochet project that’s Looking for a crochet project that’s equal parts creepy and cute? Meet the Zombie Pug Crochet Pattern! This little undead pup is ready to shuffle his way into your Halloween decorations, amigurumi collection, or the heart of your favorite pug lover.
Who says zombies have to be scary? With his adorable pug features and spooky undead charm, this little guy brings a whole new meaning to puppy love!
A Halloween Crochet Pattern with Personality
If you love crocheting quirky characters, this Zombie Pug is the perfect addition to your collection. He combines the irresistible charm of a pug with just the right touch of Halloween spookiness. He’s a fun project for amigurumi fans who enjoy making something a little different from the usual pumpkins, ghosts, and black cats.
Imagine him sitting on your Halloween mantel, guarding your candy bowl, or keeping company with your other spooky crochet creations. He would also make a fun handmade gift for the pug enthusiast who appreciates a little creepy cuteness!
Perfect for Halloween Crochet
Halloween is the perfect excuse to let your creativity run wild, and this Zombie Pug fits right in. Whether you’re building a collection of handmade Halloween decorations or looking for your next fun amigurumi project, this quirky canine is ready to join the fun.
Pair him with your favorite crocheted monsters, witches, and other spooky creatures for a Halloween display that’s sure to get attention.
And let’s be honest: even the undead deserve a little love!
Ready to Crochet Your Own Zombie Pug?
Grab your crochet hook and get ready to bring this little zombie dog to life—or perhaps back to life!
Add the Zombie Pug Crochet Pattern to your Halloween project list and create a spooky-cute companion that’s sure to make you smile.
Are you team cute Halloween or team creepy Halloween?

 

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Zombie Pug Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Materials:

Worsted weight yarn:

90 yards tan

35 yards moss green

35 yards black

15 yards white

5 yards dark red

Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook

Yarn needle

Fiberfill

Two 8-mm black safety eyes

12-mm black safety nose

Soft foam curlers

 

Finished pug measures approximately 8.5” tall.

Gauge: 9 sc = 2”, 10 rows = 2”

 

STITCHES:

Invisible decrease: https://youtube.com/shorts/0NC5nXyDvwI?feature=share

Ultimate finish:  https://youtu.be/jVpTr8mId3I

DIRECTIONS:

BODY:

Rnd 1: With tan yarn, ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout unless otherwise specified.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (12 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 5: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 6: *Sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (36 sc).

Rnd 7: *Sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (42 sc).

Rnd 8: *Sc in next 6 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (48 sc).

Rnd 9: *Sc in next 7 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (54 sc).

Rnd 10: *Sc in next 8 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (60 sc).

Rnds 11-20: Sc in each st.

Rnd 21: *Inv dec, sc in next 8 sts,* repeat around (54 sc).

Rnds 22-24: Sc in each st.

Rnd 25: *Inv dec, sc in next 7 sts,* repeat around (48 sc).

Rnds 26-28: Sc in each st.

Rnd 29: *Inv dec, sc in next 6 sts,* repeat around (42 sc).

Rnd 30: *Inv dec, sc in next 5 sts,* repeat around (36 sc). Do not fasten off.

Optional to give extra support to head and neck:

Insert foam curlers into body and let it extend out the top. Stuff body.

HEAD:

Rnd 31: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (48 sc).

Rnd 32: *Sc in next 7 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (54 sc).

Rnd 33: *Sc in next 8 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (60 sc).

Rnds 34-42: Sc in each st.

Rnd 43: *Inv dec, sc in next 8 sts,* repeat around (54 sc).

Rnd 44: *Inv dec, sc in next 7 sts,* repeat around (48 sc).

Rnd 45: *Inv dec, sc in next 6 sts,* repeat around (42 sc).

Rnd 46: *Inv dec, sc in next 5 sts,* repeat around (36 sc).

Rnd 47: *Inv dec, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 48: *Inv dec, sc in next 3 sts,* repeat around (24 sc). Stuff head.

Rnd 49: *Inv dec, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 36: *Inv dec, sc in next st,* repeat around (12 sc). Join with sl st. Finish stuffing head and close with ult fin.

HIND LEGS:

Rnd 1: With black yarn, ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout unless otherwise specified.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (12 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (24 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off black yarn.

Rnds 5-12: With tan yarn, sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 12. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing.

Repeat for second hind leg using green for Rnds 1-4 and tan for Rnds 5-12.

Stuff legs and sew to front of body at Rnds 10-19. Add a few black sts if desired.

FRONT LEGS:

Rnd 1: With tan yarn, ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout unless otherwise specified.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (12 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnds 4-12: Sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 12. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing.

On tan leg, embroider sts in black across Rnds 1-3. Stuff tan leg and sew to front of body at Rnds 23-30.

Repeat Rnds 1-12 for second front leg using green yarn. Stuff green leg lightly and sew end closed. Sew Rnd 12 of leg to Rnd 30 of body and leave the leg hanging. Add black sts to seam.

RIBS:

Row 1: With red yarn, ch 4, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 2 ch (3 sc).

Row 2: With white yarn, ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Row 3: With red yarn, ch 1, turn, sc in 2 sc, 2 sc in last sc (4 sc).

Row 4: With white yarn, ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Row 5: With red yarn, ch 1, turn, sc in 3 sc, 2 sc in last sc (5 sc).

Row 6: With white yarn, ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Row 7: With red yarn, ch 1, turn, sc in each sc, then sc around entire piece. Join with sl st. Fasten off yarn leaving 12” length.

Sew ribs to front of body at Rnds 21-29 on the left side.

SNOUT:

Rnd 1: With black yarn, ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of starting ch, sc in next 2 ch, 2 sc in last ch (10 sc). Do not join.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next 2 sts (16 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in first st, 2 sc in next st,* sc in next 2 sts, * to * 3 times, sc in next 2 sts, * to * 2 times (22 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* sc in next 2 sts, * to * 3 times, sc in next 2 sts, * to * 2 times (28 sc).

Rnd 5: *Sc in 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* sc in next 2 sts, * to * 3 times, sc in next 2 sts, * to * 2 times (34 sc).

Rnds 6-7: Sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 7. Fasten off with 12” length for sewing. Insert safety nose in center of the top side of Rnd 4. Stuff snout and sew to head at Rnds 33-41.

EYE PATCHES: (Make 2)

Rnd 1: With black yarn, ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout unless otherwise specified.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (12 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (18 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off yarn leaving 9” length for sewing.

Sew eye patches above snout but touching snout. Patches should be approximately 6 sts from each other.

EYEBALLS:

Rnd 1: With green yarn, ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Join with sl st. Fasten off green.

Rnd 2: Attach white yarn, 2 sc in each st (12 sc). Do not join.

Rnd 3: Sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off white yarn leaving 6” length for sewing. Insert safety eye in center of Rnd 1. Sew eyeball to center of eye patch.

For second eyeball, repeat Rnds 1-3. Do not fasten off.

Rnd 4: *Inv dec, sc in next st,* around (8 sc). Insert black safety eye in center of Rnd 1. Stuff slightly.

Rnd 5: Inv dec 4 times (4 sc). Join with sl st. Close with ult fin. Sew to center of eye patch and let the eyeball hang free.

EARS: (Make 1 black, 1 green)

Rnd 1: Ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout unless otherwise specified.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (12 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnds 5-10: Sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 10. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing.

Sew ears to top of head in desired configuration.

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