Crochet Baby Dolphin Amigurumi is a truly enjoyable project that brings a lot of fun and satisfaction. This little project is great for anyone looking to add a bit of warmth and charm to their surroundings. With a crochet hook, some colored yarn, and your skill, you can create a tiny, lovable dolphin.
Crochet Baby Dolphin Amigurumi
Materials Needed:
- Light blue (folded) yarn
- 3mm crochet hook (use a smaller hook than recommended for the yarn to keep the stitches tight)
- Stitch marker or paper clip
- Scissors
- Yarn needle
- Stuffing material
- Black yarn (for the eyes)
- Key ring (optional)
Pattern:
Magic Circle:
- Create a magic circle and chain 1 (does not count as a stitch).
Round 1:
- Make 4 single crochets into the magic circle.
- Pull the tail to close the circle completely.
Round 2 (Increase every alternate stitch):
- Single crochet in the first stitch (might be tight).
- Make 2 single crochets (increase) in the next stitch.
- Repeat Single crochet 1, then increase in the last stitch.
- You should have a total of 6 stitches.
For Round 3:
- Make 1 single crochet in each stitch around (total of 6 stitches).
Round 4 (Increase in each stitch):
- Make 2 single crochets in each stitch around.
- End with 12 stitches.
Round 5 (Increase every alternate stitch, as in Round 2):
- Single crochet in the first stitch.
- Increase in the next stitch.
- Repeat sequence for a total of 18 stitches.
In Round 6 to 10:
- Make 1 single crochet in each stitch around (constant at 18 stitches).
Round 11 (Start to curve the body):
- Increase in the first stitch.
- Single crochet in the next 6 stitches.
- Make an invisible decrease over the next 2 stitches.
- Continue with 6 single crochets and end with an increase.
- Stitch count remains at 18.
Round 12:
- Make 1 single crochet in each stitch around.
Tail Creation:
- Chain 7 and work in back loops starting from the second chain.
- Single crochet in the next 3 chains.
- Chain 4, skip the first chain and single crochet in the last 3 chains.
- Continue to make single crochets in the round, making sure to place a single crochet in the first 3 stitches of the tail.
- Skip making any stitches in the V-shaped part and continue with single crochets in the last 3 stitches of the tail.
After Round 13 to 14 (Decrease for shaping):
- Decrease as directed, making sure to skip the chain one stitch of the tail.
Round 15:
- Alternate between 1 single crochet and invisible decreases.
- End with 12 stitches.
Round 16 (Last round, further decrease):
- Decrease into every stitch around.
- End with 6 stitches.
- Fill with stuffing and close the hole with the tail yarn.
Finishing:
- Weave the tail in and out through the front loops of the stitches and pull tightly to close the hole.
- Embroider eyes with black yarn or attach safety eyes.
- Make dorsal and pectoral fins as directed.
- Attach a key ring if desired.
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