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Meet Bumble Beaver: The Adorable Bee-Beaver Mashup You Never Knew You Needed

Sometimes the most fun crochet projects come from asking a simple question:

“What if I combined two completely different animals into one adorable amigurumi?”

That’s exactly how Bumble Beaver was born!

Part bumble bee, part beaver, and 100% cute, this whimsical crochet creation combines the best features of both animals into one unforgettable character.

Why Animal Mashups Are So Much Fun

Crocheters love creating the unexpected.

Animal mashups allow us to stretch our creativity and imagine creatures that could never exist in nature but somehow feel perfectly right in yarn form. Whether it’s a cat-unicorn, a dragon-duck, or a bee-beaver, these unique designs always bring smiles.

Bumble Beaver is no exception.

With fuzzy bee-inspired charm and hardworking beaver determination, this little friend is ready to buzz straight into your heart.

Sometimes the most fun crochet projects come from asking a simple question:

“What if I combined two completely different animals into one adorable amigurumi?”

That’s exactly how Bumble Beaver was born!

Part bumble bee, part beaver, and 100% cute, this whimsical crochet creation combines the best features of both animals into one unforgettable character.

Materials:

Bernat Blanket yarn:

75 yards Gold

35 yards Coal

50 yards Taupe

15 yards White

Size L (8.0-mm) crochet hook

Fiberfill

20-mm black safety eyes

18-mm black safety nose

 

Gauge: 9 sc = 4”, 8 rows = 4”

 Finished bumble beaver measures approximately 10” tall.

 Stitches:

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

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

 

 Directions:

Rnd 1: With Gold yarn, ch 2, 12 sc in 2nd ch from hook (12 sc). Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout.

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

Rnd 3: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 5: *Sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (36 sc).

Rnd 6: Sc in each st.

Rnd 7: *Sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (42 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off Gold yarn.

Rnd 8: Attach Coal yarn, sc in each st.

Rnd 9: *Sc in next 6 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (48 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off Coal.

Rnds 10-11: With Gold yarn, sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 11. Fasten off Gold.

Rnds 12-13: With Coal yarn, sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 13. Fasten off Coal.

Rnd 14: With Gold yarn, sc in each st.

Rnd 15: *Inv dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 6 sts,* repeat around (42 sc).

Rnd 16: Sc in each st.

Rnd 17: *Inv dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 5 sts,* repeat around (36 sc).

Rnds 18-19: Sc in each st.

Rnd 20: *Inv dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnd 21: Sc in each st.

Insert eyes at Rnd 19, approximately 6 sts apart.

Rnd 22: *Inv dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 3 sts,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 23: *Inv dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 24: *Inv dec over next 2 sts, sc in next st,* repeat around (12 sc).

Finish stuffing.  Close with ultimate finish.

SNOUT:
Rnd 1: With Taupe yarn, ch 4, sc in 2nd ch from hook, 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.

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). Do not join.

Rnd 3: Sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off yarn with 12” length for sewing. Insert safety nose in center of Rnd 1.

TEETH:

Attach White yarn at bottom of snout, ch 1, hdc, faste off. Sk 1 st and repeat for second tooth.

Stuff snout lightly and sew to front of body at Rnds 15-19 centered between eyes.

EARS: (Make 2)

Rnd 1: With Taupe yarn, ch 2, 5 sc in 2nd ch from hook (5 sc). Do not join.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (10 sc). Do not join.

Rnd 3: Sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 8” length for sewing. Curl ear and sew Rnd 3 of ear to head at Rnds 20-23.

FEET: (Make 4)

Rnd 1: With Coal yarn, ch 2, 5 sc in 2nd ch from hook (5 sc). Do not join.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st (10 sc). Do not join.

Rnd 3: Sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 8” length for sewing. Stuff feet lightly and sew to front of body, 2 on top Coal stripe and 2 on bottom Coal stripe, approximately 6 sts apart.

TAIL:

Rnd 1: With Taupe yarn, ch 2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (6 sc). Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout.

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 each st.

Rnd 5: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnds 6-12: Sc in each st.

Rnd 13: *Inv dec, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnds 14-15: Sc in each st. Join with sl st at end of Rnd 15. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing.

Flatten tail and sew Rnd 15 to back center of body at Rnd 5.

WINGS: (Make 2)

Row 1: With White yarn, ch 4, hdc in 2nd ch, hdc in next ch, 5 hdc in last ch. Working on opposite side of starting ch, hdc in next 2 lps (9 hdc).

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, hdc in 2 sts, 2 hdc in 5 sts, hdc in 2 sts (14 hdc).

Row 3: Ch 1, turn, hdc in 2 sts, *hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st,* 5 times, hdc in last 2 sts (19 hdc).

Sew flat edges of wings to center back of body at Rnds 15-21 with wings touching each other. Allow rest of wings to swing freely.

 

PDF with color photos available at Bumble Beaver Amigurumi Crochet Pattern PDF

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Find more Beaver crochet patterns in the Zoo Animals Blog Hop

Zoo Blog Hop Day 18 – Beaver

 

 

ICYMI (In Case You Missed It)

Granny Square coloring page, free download
Bear Mobile Pet
Zoo Animals Gift Tag
June Crochet Planner

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pickle Kick Sack Crochet Pattern

 

 

 

 

 

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Pickle Kick Sack Crochet Pattern

Meet the Pickle Kick Sack: A Retro-Inspired Crochet Project That’s Kind of a Big Dill! 🥒

Sometimes the best crochet ideas come from combining two completely different things.

That’s exactly how the Pickle Kick Sack Crochet Pattern was born!

By combining the modern popularity of pickleball with the nostalgic fun of the classic 1980s hacky sack, I created a crochet project that’s quirky, playful, and guaranteed to get a few laughs.

A Blast from the Past

If you grew up in the 80s or 90s, chances are you’ve kicked a hacky sack around with friends. These small footbags were everywhere—at parks, schools, and neighborhood hangouts.

While trends have come and gone, hacky sacks never completely disappeared. In recent years, they’ve made a comeback as people rediscover simple, screen-free ways to have fun.

Enter the Pickle

At the same time, pickleball has exploded in popularity. It seems like everyone is talking about pickleball these days!

So naturally, I started wondering:

What would happen if a pickle met a hacky sack?

The answer is the Pickle Kick Sack—a silly little pickle that’s fun to crochet and even more fun to play with.

Why You’ll Love This Pattern

The Pickle Kick Sack is:

🥒 Quick to make (less than an hour to crochet one)

🥒 Great for using up yarn scraps

🥒 Fun for all ages

🥒 Perfect for gifts and stocking stuffers

🥒 A unique craft fair item

🥒 Guaranteed conversation starter

Whether you actually kick it around or simply display it as a goofy desk companion, this little pickle is full of personality.

A Great Stash-Buster Project

Most crocheters have a collection of leftover green yarn hiding somewhere in their stash.

This pattern is the perfect opportunity to put those odds and ends to good use. Try different shades of green for unique pickle personalities or get creative with bright and unexpected colors.

After all, crochet rules are meant to be broken sometimes.

Handmade Fun Never Goes Out of Style

One of the things I love most about crochet is its ability to bring smiles.

Not every project has to be serious. Sometimes it’s fun to make something simply because it makes people laugh.

The Pickle Kick Sack celebrates creativity, nostalgia, and the joy of making something unexpected.

And let’s be honest…

It’s kind of a big dill. 😄🥒

Happy crocheting!

Materials:

Approximately 25 yards cotton worsted yarn

Size G (4.0-mm) crochet hook

Poly-Pellets

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Gauge: 9 sc = 2”

 

Finished ball measures approximately 2.5” diameter.

 

 

Stitches:

Small popcorn (spc): 3 hdc in same st, pull up lp in 3rd hdc, insert hook in first hdc and pull lp through.

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

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

 

NOTE: Placement of small popcorns in directions is only a suggestion. You can add as many or as few as you like and place them wherever you think best.

 

 

Directions:

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

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

Rnd 3: *sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* 2 times, spc in next st, 2 sc in next st, * to * 2 times, spc in next st, 2 sc in next st (18 sts).

Rnd 4: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st* 6 times (24 sts).

Rnd 5: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next st, spc in next st, sc in next st, inc in next st,* 3 times (30 sts).

Rnd 6: Sc in each st.

Rnd 7: *Spc in next st, sc in next 9 sts,* 3 times (30 sts).

Rnd 8: Sc in each st.

Rnd 9: Sc in next 3 sts, *spc in next st, sc in next 8 sts* 3 times (30 sts).

Rnd 10: Sc in each st.

Rnd 11: *Sc in next 9 sts, spc in next st,* 3 times (30 sts).

Rnd 12: *Inv dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 3 sts* 4 times (24 sc).

Rnd 13: *Inv dec over next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, inv dec, spc in next st, sc in next st* 3 times (18 sts). Stuff with Poly-Pellets.

Rnd 14: *Inv dec over next 2 sts, sc in next st* 6 times (12 sc).

Rnd 15: Inv dec 6 times (6 sc). Join with sl st. Add more pellets if needed. Close with ultimate finish.

PDF download available at Pickle Kick Sack Crochet Pattern PDF

 

 

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Every year since 2021, I’ve teamed up with talented crochet designers from around the world to share free zoo animal crochet patterns with the crochet community! 🦁🐘🦒 From playful monkeys to adorable elephants, this annual event has become a fun way to celebrate creativity, inspire makers, and fill our hooks with wild adventures.

Whether you’ve followed along from the beginning or are discovering these patterns for the first time, there’s always a new animal friend waiting to be stitched!

 

 

 

June 15 is all about bunnies – lots of them!!

Enjoy these free crochet patterns and a few bunny-themed downloads.

Zoo Blog Hop Day 15 – Bunnies!

All Summer Crochet Blog Hop

It’s the last day of the All Summer Crochet Hop, and it has been so much fun!

Today’s featured pattern is the Summer Baby Blanket from Dana Nield Designs.

All Summer Crochet Blog Hop 2026 | 15 Free Patterns, 15 Days, One Beautiful Summer

ICYMI (In Case You Missed It)

Design Your Own Amigurumi Worksheet
Hummingbird Coaster crochet pattern
Bear Mobile Pet
Zoo Animals Gift Tag

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

June Crochet Planner

 

 

 

 

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June Crochet Planner, free download

A new month brings new inspiration, fresh goals, and plenty of yarn-filled possibilities. Whether last month was productive or packed with unfinished projects, this is your chance to start fresh, pick up your hook, and create something wonderful.

Let’s make this month creative, motivating, and full of joy—one stitch at a time.

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June Crochet Planner

 

 

 

 

Download the calendar

 

Every year since 2021, I’ve teamed up with talented crochet designers from around the world to share free zoo animal crochet patterns with the crochet community! 🦁🐘🦒 From playful monkeys to adorable elephants, this annual event has become a fun way to celebrate creativity, inspire makers, and fill our hooks with wild adventures.

Whether you’ve followed along from the beginning or are discovering these patterns for the first time, there’s always a new animal friend waiting to be stitched!

 

 

 

Fish crochet patterns

 

June 1 is Reef Awareness Day – free patterns for animals that make their homes in a coral reef.

National Zoo & Aquarium Month Blog Hop, Day 1 World Reef Awareness Day

All Summer Crochet Blog Hop

Join us this month as talented crochet designers come together to share fun, creative, and inspiring crochet patterns perfect for summer stitching! From beachy décor and lightweight accessories to adorable amigurumi and warm-weather wearables, there’s something new to discover throughout the hop.

Each day brings a featured pattern that will be free to download for 24 hours only to bring your fresh inspiration and plenty of yarny fun to keep your hooks moving all summer long! 🌺🩴☀️

Grab your favorite iced drink, settle into your crafting spot, and crochet your way through summer with us!

 

Today’s featured pattern is the Breeze Shrug from Sandra Stitches.

All Summer Crochet Blog Hop 2026 – 15 Free Patterns, 15 Days, One Beautiful Summer

ICYMI (In Case You Missed It)

Design Your Own Amigurumi Worksheet
Hummingbird Coaster crochet pattern
Bear Mobile Pet
Zoo Animals Gift Tag

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Snorkeling Pig Amigurumi Pattern

snorkeling pig

 

 

It’s June again, National Zoo & Aquarium Month. Each day this month, there will be links to all sorts of free animal crochet patterns from some of the most talented crochet designers in the world.

National Zoo & Aquarium Month Blog Hop

June 1 is World Reef Awareness Day, so we started the hop 2 years ago with different types of fish patterns. This year I have something a little different. I know, I know, pigs aren’t animals that live along a reef, but here’s my logic for this pattern.

Last month I traveled to Nassau, Bahamas with my husband on his company trip. There are so many excursions available to tourists that it was really hard to decide. The one that caught my eye was going to Pig Beach to swim with the pigs. I immediately thought, “I’ll have to crochet a swimming pig!” Well, the excursion that we went on was on a catamaran to a coral reef for some snorkeling. So that’s how my swimming pig turned into a snorkeling pig! I really hope you enjoy making him as much as I did.

 

Visit the All Summer Crochet Hop for free patterns every day through June 15

All Summer Crochet Blog Hop 2026 | 15 Free Patterns, 15 Days, One Beautiful Summer

 

 

 

Get the Snorkeling Pig Amigurumi pattern as a free download for one day only on June 10

Snorkeling Pig Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

 

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Snorkeling Pig

 

 

Finished pig measures approximately 10” tall (including snorkel).

 

 

 

 

Materials:

Worsted weight yarn:

75 yards pink

40 yards blue

Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook

Yarn needle

Fiberfill

Two 18-mm wiggle eyes

Two 12” pipe cleaners

Soft foam curler

STITCHES:

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

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

DIRECTIONS:

LEGS: (Make 2)

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

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 4-9: Sc in each st. At end of Rnd 9, Fasten off for first leg.

For second leg, repeat Rnds 1-9. Do not fasten off.

Rnd 10: Sc in next 7 sts, 2 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st on first leg, sc in next 14 sts of first leg, 2 sc in next st, sk last 2 sts of first leg. Switch back to 2nd leg, sk next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 7 sts (36 sc). Do not join. Sew 2 skipped sts of first leg to 2 skipped sts of 2nd leg.

Rnd 11: Sc in each st.

Rnd 12: *Sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (42 sc).

Rnds 13-16: Sc in each st.

Rnd 17: *Dec, sc in next 5 sts,* repeat around (36 sc).

Rnds 18-19: Sc in each st.

Rnd 20: *Dec, sc in next 4 sts,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnds 21-22: Sc in each st.  Stuff legs.

Rnd 23: *Dec, sc in next 3 sts,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnds 24-25: Sc in each st. Insert foam curler into body and let it extend out the top. Stuff body.

Rnd 26: *Dec, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 27: *Dec, sc in next st,* repeat around (12 sc).

Rnd 28: Sc in each st.

Rnd 29: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnd 30: *Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 31: *Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st,* repeat around (30 sc).

Rnds 32-36: Sc in each st. Stuff neck. Trim curler if needed.

Rnd 37: *Dec, sc in next 3 sts,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 38: *Dec, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat around (18 sc). Finish stuffing.

Rnd 39: *Dec, sc in next st,* repeat around (12 sc).

Rnd 40: Dec around (6 sc). Join with sl st. Fasten off. Close with ultimate finish.

LEFT EAR:

Row 1: Attach pink yarn in top of head at Rnd 36. Sc in Rnd 36, sc in Rnd 37, sc in Rnd 38 (3 sc).

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in first st, sk next st, sc in last st (2 sc).

Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc last 2 sts tog (1 sc). Fasten off.

RIGHT EAR:

Row 1: Skip Rnd 39, attach pink yarn in Rnd 38. Sc in Rnd 38, sc in Rnd 37, sc in Rnd 36 (3 sc).

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in first st, sk next st, sc in last st (2 sc).

Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc last 2 sts tog (1 sc). Fasten off.

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SNOUT:

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

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

Rnd 3: Working in BLO, sc in each st.

Rnd 4: Working in both lps, sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 9” length for sewing. Sew snout to head at Rnds 29-32.

ARMS: (Make 2)

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

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

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

Rnds 4-10: Sc in each st. At end of Rnd 10, join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing. Sew Rnds 9-10 of arms to sides of body at Rnds 25-26.

DIVING BELT:

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

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

Rnd 3: Sc in each st.

Repeat Rnd 3 until belt is 10” long (or long enough to encircle pig’s belly).

Next Rnd: Dec around (6 sc). Close with Ultimate Finish. Fasten off yarn leaving 12” length for sewing. Wrap belt around belly and sew in place.

GOGGLES:

Bend pipe cleaner into shape of goggles, being sure to leave enough space to see eyes.

With blue yarn, sc around frame. Join with sl st. Do not fasten off.

STRAP:

Row 1: Sc in next 2 sts on side of frame.

Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in 2 sts.

Repeat Row 2 until strap measures approximately 5” (or correct length to wrap around head). Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing. Sew in place above snout. Sew on (or glue on) eyes in center of goggle lenses.

SNORKLE:

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

Row 2: Sc in each st.

Repeat Row 2 until piece measures 6”. Join with sl st. Fold pipe cleaner in half and insert into snorkel. Close with Ultimate Finish.

Sew end of snorkel under snout.

Bend bottom of snorkel. Sew to side of goggles with top of snorkel extending approximately 1” above ears.

snorkeling pig

 

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More Pig Crafts

Three Little Pigs Panhandlers Crochet Pattern
Pig Eyeglass Holder Crochet Pattern
Pig Eyeglass Holder Crochet Pattern
Pig Kitchen Boa Crochet Pattern
Pig Kitchen Boa Crochet Pattern
Pigskin Amigurumi Pattern
Pig Crochet Pattern Bundle

(ICYMI) In Case You Missed It

rainbow towel holder

 

Rainbow Towel Holder Crochet Pattern

 

 

Crochet Pattern Book, Crochet a Rainbow Ebook

 

 

 

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Benjamin Turtle CAL Part 3

TGIF! I hope everyone is enjoying the Benjamin Turtle pattern. Today’s post is the final one for this crochet-along. You will be making the bottom flap and assembling the nap buddy.

Directions:

Bottom:

Row 1: With Dark Olive yarn, ch 30, hdc in 2nd ch and in each ch across (29 hdc).

Rows 2-4: Ch 1, turn, 2 hdc in first st, hdc across (32 hdc at end of Row 4).

Row 5: Ch 1, turn, 1 hdc, ch 1, sk next st, 30 hdc.

Row 6: Ch 1, turn, hdc in each hdc and ch-1 sp.

Rows 7-14: Ch 1, turn, hdc in each st.

Rows 15-24: Repeat Rows 5-14.

Rows 25-26: Repeat Rows 5-6.

Rows 27-29: Ch 1, turn, dec over first 2 sts, hdc across (29 hdc at end of Row 29). Do not fasten off.

Edging:

Ch 1, turn, hdc in each st across top, down side, across unused loops on bottom, and up the other side with 2 hdc in each corner. Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 12” length for sewing.

Finished flap measures approximately 10” x 11”.

Assembly:

turtle blanket centers

Mark centers of blanket and turtle. Measure from center, 5” to left and 5” to right and pin blanket to turtle at these spots. Sew center 10” of blanket to turtle using Dark Olive yarn and back stitch. For extra security, sew edges of blanket to turtle with whip st.

Fold blanket into thirds and roll it, then fit it inside the turtle. Pin bottom flap centered over the blanket/turtle seam and sew in place.

turtle bottom flap

Sew buttons to bottom of shell corresponding to buttonholes in bottom flap.

turtle buddy bottom 

Head:

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

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).

Rnds 6-9: Sc in each st.

Rnd 10: *Dec, sc in next 3 sts,* repeat around (24 sc).

Rnd 11: Sc in each st.

Insert eyes at Rnd 4, approximately 1” apart.

Rnd 12: *Dec, sc in next 2 sts,* repeat around (18 sc).

Rnds 13-16: Sc in each st. Join with sl st. Fasten off leaving 12” length.

Stuff head and sew to front of turtle at the top edge of the center hexagon. Weave in all ends.

turtle buddy both small

Part 1 of the CAL can be found at Benjamin Turtle Nap Buddy CAL.

Part 2 of the CAL can be found at Benjamin Turtle Nap Buddy CAL Part 2.

Free Turtle Jewelry Pattern

Four Free Turtle Patterns

Please post your turtle photos to Facebook or Instagram.

Rainbow Nap Buddy

Bunny Nap Buddy Crochet Pattern

Summer Solstice Giveaway

I am thrilled to be a part of this amazing crochet pattern giveaway! There are 25 designers, each offering a different summer pattern. Use coupon code SUMMER2020 on Ravelry through 6/24/2020. These amazing patterns should keep you busy for quite a while this summer!

Summer Solstice Giveaway

My contribution to the roundup is also available at First Day of Summer – easy butterfly flip flop pattern. If you prefer video tutorials, please see YouTube.

National Zoo & Aquarium Month

June 50% off patterns continue with today’s animal being the Polar Bear. We still have over a week to go in June with lots more half price patterns. Thursday’s sale is also still available – Fish Dish Towel. Makes a great Father’s Day gift!

June2020calendar

National Zoo & Aquarium Month 2021 Blog Hop

Turtle Christmas Ornament

For the bargain shoppers among you, this week’s Etsy specials are 20% off yarn and 30% off select finished products.

King Snake crocheted in Bernat blanket yarn

king snake coiled

I spent this week working on a giant snake plushie. Bernat blanket yarn is so soft and squishy, I just love using it to make stuffed animals! The pattern is complete, but I need a couple of people to test it. If you would like to test, please join my Facebook group for the King snake and other testing opportunities. The snake in the photo measures 100″ long, and instructions are also given for a 66″ snake.

Panda Bear Eyeglass Holder

panda

For the Addi knitter, this cute panda pattern is quick and easy.

Panda Eyeglass Holder Addi Pattern

Have a safe and happy summer. Happy crocheting!