Ingredients
- Worsted weight yarn (weight 4, medium), acrylic, about 120 yards total from one 170-yard per 100 g skein
- H-8 (5.0 mm) crochet hook
- Polyester fiberfill, about 1/4 ounce (7 g)
- Yarn needle for joining panels and weaving in the ends
- Sharp scissors
- One stitch marker (optional)
- Tape measure
- One small key ring with clasp
- 4-inch (10 cm) loop of matching yarn or a short piece of sturdy cord
Instructions
- Make a magic ring by wrapping the yarn into a loose adjustable loop. Chain 10, then slip stitch into the ring to close the foundation chain. Pull the yarn tail gently to close the center.
- For Round 1, work 10 half double crochet (hdc) into the center of the magic ring. Slip stitch to the first hdc. You have 10 stitches.
- For Round 2, chain 1, then work 2 hdc in each stitch around. Slip stitch to the first hdc to complete the round. You will have 20 stitches.
- For Round 3, chain 1. Work 1 hdc in the first stitch, then 2 hdc in the next stitch; repeat this pattern around. Slip stitch to the first hdc. You will have 30 stitches.
- For Round 4, chain 1. Work 1 hdc in each of the first 2 stitches, then 2 hdc in the next stitch; repeat around. Slip stitch to the first hdc. You have 40 stitches.
- For Round 5, chain 1. Work 1 hdc in each of the first 3 stitches, then 2 hdc in the next stitch; repeat around. Slip stitch to the first hdc. You will have 50 stitches.
- For Round 6, chain 1. Work 1 hdc in each of the first 4 stitches, then 2 hdc in the next stitch; repeat around. Slip stitch to the first hdc, fasten off, leaving a 10-inch (25 cm) tail for joining. Make a second panel in the same way, keeping the yarn attached.
- Lay the two panels together with the right sides facing outward. Match the five increase points and place a stitch marker at each point if it helps.
- Using the attached yarn from the second panel, join the edges with single crochet (sc). Work 1 sc in each pair of matching stitches, stopping after about three-quarters of the star is joined.
- Add a small amount of polyester fiberfill through the open section, keeping the stuffing soft and not packed tightly.
- Continue single crocheting around the remaining opening, adding more fiberfill only if necessary for shape. Slip stitch to the first sc, fasten off, and weave in the ends.
- Make the hanging loop with a separate 4-inch (10 cm) strand of yarn or sturdy cord. Fold it in half, pass it through a top edge stitch, pull the ends through the folded loop, and tie securely around the key ring clasp.
- Ensure the star's shape and smooth any shifted stuffing. Avoid using heat on the acrylic yarn.
Notes
This project is suitable for beginners familiar with basic crochet stitches. Use a stitch marker to keep track of rounds if needed.
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
