Ingredients
- 80 yards white worsted weight yarn (weight 4, medium)
- 40 yards black worsted weight yarn (weight 4, medium)
- One H-8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
- About 2 ounces (57 g) polyester fiberfill
- Two 10 mm black safety eyes
- About 24 inches (61 cm) black embroidery floss
- Yarn needle with a large eye
- Small scissors
- One stitch marker (optional)
- Tape measure (optional)
Instructions
- Make a magic ring with white yarn and place a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round.
- Round 1: Work 6 sc into the magic ring. Pull the ring closed. You now have 6 stitches.
- Round 2: Work 2 sc in each stitch around. This creates an increase, bringing the round to 12 stitches.
- Round 3: Repeat 1 sc in the next stitch, then 2 sc in the next stitch around for a total of 18 stitches.
- Round 4: Repeat 1 sc in each of the next 2 stitches, then 2 sc in the next stitch around for a total of 24 stitches.
- Rounds 5 through 10: Work 1 sc in each stitch around for 6 rounds, keeping 24 stitches.
- Rounds 11 and 12: Work 1 sc in each stitch around for 2 rounds, still keeping 24 stitches. Add a small amount of fiberfill after Round 12.
- Round 13: Repeat 1 sc in each of the next 2 stitches, then sc2tog around for a total of 18 stitches.
- Round 14: Repeat 1 sc in the next stitch, then sc2tog around for a total of 12 stitches.
- Round 15: Work sc2tog around for a total of 6 stitches. Check for gaps and add stuffing if necessary.
- Round 16: Work sc2tog around for a total of 3 stitches. Cut the white yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail, and pull the tail through the last loop.
- Shape the hood edge with black yarn. Insert the hook through the front loops of the stitches around the widest part of the body, join with a slip stitch, and work 1 sc in each of the 24 front loops.
- Add the face after cool; place the two safety eyes and stitch the long mouth with black embroidery floss.
- Finish by weaving in every yarn end through several nearby stitches, then trim the tails.
Notes
For a child under three, embroider the eyes instead of using safety eyes, as small parts can create a safety risk.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
