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Posted on May 1, 2021January 19, 2026 by My Fingers Fly — 17 Comments

Baby Gator Amigurumi

Materials:

I Love This Cotton:

3 oz. Bright Green

2 oz. Buttercup

Size F (3.75 mm) crochet hook

Yarn needle

Fiberfill

10 mm black safety eyes

Gauge (F hook) 9 sc = 2”, 10 rows sc = 2”

Finished alligator measures approximately 8” tall

Popcorn st: work 5 dc in same st. Insert hook through top of first dc, pull up lp from last dc, pull through first dc.

Directions:

BODY:

Rnd 1: With green yarn, ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout body.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rnds 11-15: Sc in each st.

Rnd 16: *Dec next 2 sc, sc next 8 sc,* repeat around (54 sc).

Rnd 17: Sc in each st.

Rnd 18: *Dec next 2 sc, sc next 7 sc,* repeat around (48 sc).

Rnd 19: Sc in each st.

Rnd 20: *Dec next 2 sc, sc next 6 sc,* repeat around (42 sc).

Rnds 21-22: Sc in each st.

Rnd 23: *Dec next 2 sc, sc next 5 sc,* repeat around (36 sc).

Rnds 24-25: Sc in each st.

Rnd 26: *Dec next 2 sc, sc next 4 sc,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnds 27-28: Sc in each st.

Rnd 29: *Dec next 2 sc, sc next 3 sc,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 30-31: Sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing. Stuff body firmly.

BELLY:

Row 1: With yellow yarn, ch 6, sc in 2^nd ch from hook and in each remaining ch (5 sc).

Rows 2-3: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Row 4: Ch 1, turn, inc first st, sc in remaining sts (6 sc).

Rows 5-6: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Row 7: Ch 1, turn, inc first st, sc in remaining sts (7 sc).

Rows 8-9: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Row 10: Ch 1, turn, inc first st, sc in remaining sts (8 sc).

Rows 11-12: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Row 13: Ch 1, turn, inc first st, sc in remaining sts (9 sc).

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

Row 16: Ch 1, turn, inc first st, sc in remaining sts (10 sc).

Rows 17-18: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Row 19: Ch 1, turn, inc first st, sc in remaining sts (11 sc).

Rows 20-23: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st.

Row 24: Ch 1, dec 1 st each end (9 sc).

Row 25: Ch 1, dec 1 st each end (7 sc).

Row 26: Ch 1, dec 1 st each end (5 sc).

TAIL:

Rnd 1: With green yarn, ch 2 (or magic circle), 2 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout tail.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (6 sc).

Rnd 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat twice (9 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat twice (12 sc).

Rnd 5: Sc in each st.

Rnd 6: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 7: Sc in each st.

Rnd 8: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 9: Sc in each st.

Rnd 10: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnds 11-12: Sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off green leaving 12” tail for sewing. Stuff tail. Center on back and sew in place.

BACK LEGS: (Make 2)

Rnd 1: With green yarn, ch 2 (or magic circle), 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (12 sc). Join with sl st in front loop only.

Toes – Rnd 3: Working in FLO, *sc, dc, sc in next st, sl st in next st,* repeat twice. Working in BLO, sc in next 6 sts. Working in BLO in loops leftover behind toes, sc in next 6 sts. Do not join.

Rnd 4: Working in both loops, sc in each st (12 sc).

Rnds 5-8: Sc in each st. Join with sl st. Stuff legs and sew to body at Rnds 8-12.

FRONT LEGS: (Make 2)

Repeat Rnds 1-6 of back legs. Sew to body at Rnds 24-28.

HEAD:

Rnd 1: With green yarn, ch 4, sc in 2^nd ch, sc in next ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of starting ch, sc in next lp, 2 sc in last lp (8 sc). Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout head.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in first st, sc in next st, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sc in next st, 2 sc in next 2 sts (14 sc).

Rnd 3: *sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* sc in next st, repeat * to * 3 times, sc in next st, repeat * to * twice (20 sc).

Rnd 4: Sc in each st.

Rnd 5: Sc in next 2 sts, popcorn st (nostril), sc in next 4 sts, popcorn st, sc in next 12 sts.

(Adjust placement of popcorn sts if needed to place nostrils on the top of the snout.)

Rnd 6: Sc in each st.

Rnd 7: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (25 sc).

Rnds 8-10: Sc in each st.

Rnd 11: Sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next 5 sts (these increases should be at center top of head), sc in next 15 sts (30 sc).

Rnd 12: Sc in each st.

Rnd 13: Sc in next 8 sts, 2 sc in next 6 sts (center top), sc in next 16 sts (36 sc).

Rnds 14-18: Sc in each st.

Rnd 19: *Dec, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 20: *Dec, sc in next 3 sts,* repeat around (24 sc). Stuff head.

Rnd 21: *Dec, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 22: *Dec, sc in next st,* repeat around (12 sc). Finish stuffing head.

Rnd 23: Dec around (6 sc). Join with sl st. Close with ultimate finish technique.

Sew Rnds 13-20 of head to top of body.

EYES: (Make 2)

Rnd 1: With yellow yarn, ch 2 (or magic circle), 5 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (10 sc). Fasten off yellow.

Rnds 3-4: With green yarn, sc in each st.

Insert safety eyes into center of Rnd 1. Stuff eye.

Rnd 5: Dec around (5 sc). Close Rnd 5 and sew eyes to head at Rnds 14-16 approximately 3 sts (1/2”) apart.

SPIKES:

Mark a line with CC yarn from behind the eye to the tip of the tail, then back up to behind the other eye. Join green yarn behind one eye, *sc, dc, sc in same st, sl st in next row,* repeat down to the tail with last spike at the center point of the tail. Work in same pattern up to behind the other eye. Remove marking yarn.

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Posted on April 14, 2021August 22, 2025 by My Fingers Fly — 10 Comments

Angel Baby Rattle Crochet Pattern

If you’re looking for a sweet and meaningful baby gift, my Angel Baby Rattle Crochet Pattern is the perfect project. Soft, comforting, and filled with love, this little rattle makes a thoughtful present for baby showers, baptisms, holidays, or just because.

Why You’ll Love It

This angel design brings a touch of peace and joy, making it more than just a toy—it’s a keepsake. Handmade with soft cotton yarn, the rattle is safe for little hands to hold and shake, while the gentle sound adds a soothing touch to playtime.

Great For:

Baby shower gifts 👶
Baptism or christening keepsakes ✝️
First Christmas presents 🎄
Handmade nursery décor

Pattern Details

🧶 The pattern is beginner-friendly, with step-by-step instructions to guide you along. You’ll need basic crochet skills (single crochet, increases, and decreases), some stuffing, and a small rattle insert.

This angel baby rattle is a beautiful way to combine creativity with love, and it’s sure to be treasured by parents and little ones alike. 💕

✨ Ready to make your own? Grab the Angel Baby Rattle Crochet Pattern today and start stitching a heavenly little gift!

Materials:

Small amounts of cotton worsted yarn – white, yellow and tan/ivory (desired color for face).

Size G crochet hook

Fiberfil

Rattle insert (column rattles fit better)

Yarn needle

Directions:

Rnd 1: With tan (ivory) yarn, ch 2, 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook (6 sc). Do not join.

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

Rnd 3-5: Work even on 12 sc.

Rnd 6: Dec around (6 st).

Rnd 7: Work even on 6 sc. Join. Fasten off.

Rnd 8: Attach white yarn. 2 sc in each st around (12 st).

Rnd 9: *Sc in next 3 st, 2 sc next st,* repeat twice (15 st).

Rnd 10: Work even on 15 sc.

Rnd 11: *Sc in next 4 st, inc next st,* repeat twice (18 sc).

Rnd 12: Work even on 18 sc.

Rnd 13: *Sc in next 5 st, inc next st,* repeat twice (21 sc).

Rnd 14: Work even on 21 sc.

Rnd 15: *Sc in next 6 sc, inc,* repeat twice (24 sc).

Rnd 16: Work even on 24 sc.

Rnd 17: *Sc in next 7 sc, inc,* repeat twice (27 sc).

Rnd 18: Work even on 27 sc.

Rnd 19: *Sc in next 8 sc, inc,* repeat twice (30 sc).

Rnd 20: Work even on 30 sc. Join with sl st.

Rnd 21: Working through back loops only, *sc, dec,* repeat around (20 sc). Stuff with Fiberfil and rattle insert.

Rnd 22: Working in both loops, *sc, dec,* repeat until closed. Fasten off.

Return to unused loop of Rnd 21. *Sc, sk 1 st, 4 dc in next st, sk 1 st,* repeat around. Join with sl st. Weave in all ends.

Wings:

Rnd 1: With yellow yarn, ch 2, 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Join with sl st.

Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1^st dc), 1 dc in same sc, 2 dc in each of next 2 st. Leave remaining 3 st unworked. Ch 3, turn.

Row 3: Dc in 1^st st, *2 dc next st, dc next st,* repeat, 2 dc in top of ch-3. Fasten off. Repeat Rows 2-3 on unworked sc of Rnd 1. Sew to back of angel. Weave in ends.

Handle:

Rnd 1: With yellow or gold yarn, ch 2, 6 sc in 2^nd ch from hook. Do not join.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each ch around (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 5-6: Work even on 24 sc.

Rnd 7: *Dec, sc next 2 sts,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 8: *Dec, sc,* repeat around (12 sc).

Continue to work even on 12 sc until handle measures 3.5”. Join, end off yarn leaving 12” length for sewing. Stuff handle firmly with fiberfill and sew to bottom of angel. Sew at least 2 times around the handle to make sure it is secure.

Angel Baby Rattle Crochet Kit available at My Fingers Fly on Etsy.

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Posted on January 22, 2021January 22, 2026 by My Fingers Fly — 8 Comments

Snowflake Kitchen Boa Crochet Pattern in Tunisian Stitch

If you’ve ever looked at a crochet project and thought, “That almost looks knitted,” chances are it was made using Tunisian crochet.

Tunisian stitch is a beautiful technique that blends the look of knitting with the comfort of crochet — and the best part? It’s much easier to learn than it looks.

If you’re ready to try something new with your yarn, this is a great place to start.

What Is Tunisian Crochet?

Tunisian crochet uses a long hook (similar to a knitting needle with a hook on the end) and works in two steps:

Forward pass – you pick up loops across the row
Return pass – you work those loops back off the hook

Unlike regular crochet, you don’t turn your work after every row. This creates a thicker fabric with gorgeous texture.

Why Crocheters Love Tunisian Stitch

Tunisian crochet is popular because it:

Creates a knit-like look
Has beautiful texture
Makes a warm, sturdy fabric
Is perfect for blankets, scarves, hats, and dishcloths
Uses familiar crochet motions — just slightly different

It’s a wonderful next step once you’re comfortable with basic crochet stitches.

The Basic Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS)

The Tunisian Simple Stitch is usually the first stitch beginners learn.

Here’s the basic idea:

Insert your hook under the vertical bar
Yarn over and pull up a loop
Leave the loop on the hook

You repeat this across the row, then work the return pass by yarn over and pulling through loops until one loop remains.

That’s it — you’ve just completed a Tunisian row!

I made several styles of kitchen boas for Christmas gifts, and this is one that can brighten up your kitchen throughout the winter. If you’re well versed in Tunisian stitch, this will be a simple project for you. If you’ve never done it before, this is the perfect easy project to learn Tunisian or afghan stitch. There’s also a YouTube tutorial to help you through it. https://youtu.be/_4QHPqtdys4

Materials:

I Love This Cotton worsted weight yarn

3.5 oz blue

1 oz. white

Crochet hook size G (4.0 mm)

Yarn needle

8” x 20” (20 cm x 51 cm) Kitchen Towel

Needle and Thread

Directions:

Row 1: With blue yarn, ch 20, Tunisian st in 2^nd ch and each rem ch (19 sc). This should measure approximately 4” across.

Row 2: Work in Tunisian st until piece measures 37”. Bind off blue yarn. When sewn to both sides of the kitchen towel, the boa will measure approximately 68”. If shorter or longer boa is needed, adjust the length of the crocheted piece.

Work snowflake pattern in white yarn using cross-stitch (or duplicate st if you prefer). Skip 2 rows and work another snowflake above it. Repeat 2 snowflakes on opposite end.

Cut towel in half and serge or zigzag raw edges. Fold edges to middle and sew edge.

Fold edges again to middle and sew in place. This will give you a width of approximately 4”.

Hand sew or machine sew this edge of towel to back side of crocheted piece.

Block boa and weave in all ends.

PDF download is available at Snowflake Kitchen Boa Crochet Pattern in Tunisian Stitch

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Coming Soon

February will be an amazing month for blog roundups including:

February 15 – My Fingers Fly will be featured on The Loophole Fox
February 21 – Sunday Spotlight on Itchin’ for Some Stitchin’
February 23 – Mother’s Day Gifts Blog Hop
Easter blog roundup
New designs for February on Patreon

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Baby Gator Amigurumi

Baby Gator Amigurumi