The Crochet Swinging Monkey Amigurumi Pattern is a step-by-step guide for making a cuddly monkey toy that looks like it's swinging. It's easy to follow, making it perfect for crochet enthusiasts wanting to create a playful, handmade swinging monkey, sure to be a favorite for kids.
Crochet Swinging Monkey Amigurumi Pattern
The Crochet Swinging Monkey Amigurumi Pattern guide aids in crafting a delightful toy monkey full of mischief and charm. Featuring uniquely long arms, a playful curly tail, and an endearing face, this pattern provides step-by-step instructions to crocheters at any level. The finished product is a captivating toy for monkey enthusiasts or a light-hearted addition to any crochet creation collection.
Making Your Crochet Swinging Monkey Amigurumi
Materials Needed:
- Yarn: Brown, beige, and a small amount of white and black for the eyes.
- Crochet Hook: Size suitable for the yarn you're using, typically a smaller hook for tighter stitches in amigurumi.
- Fiberfill: For stuffing.
- Yarn Needle: For assembling parts.
- Stitch Marker: To mark the beginning of each round.
Abbreviations:
- sc - single crochetinc - increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec - decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
- ch - chain
- sl st - slip stitch
- [ ] - repeat instructions within brackets as directed
Step by step Pattern
Body and Head (One Piece):
With brown yarn: Create a magic ring.
Round 1: 6 sc into magic ring (6).
Round 2: [Inc in each st] around (12).
Round 3: [Sc in next st, inc in next st] around (18).
Round 4-6: Sc around (18).
Switch to beige for the face.
Round 7-10: Sc around (18).
Switch back to brown.
Round 11-16: Sc around (18).
Begin to stuff with fiberfill.
Round 17: [Sc in next st, dec] around (12).
Finish stuffing.
Round 18: [Dec] around (6).
Close the opening, fasten off, and weave in end.
Arms (Make 2):
With brown yarn, create a magic ring.
Round 1: 6 sc into magic ring (6).
Round 2-7: Sc around (6).
Stuff lightly, fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.
Legs and Feet (Make 2):
Start with black yarn for the feet.
Round 1: Create a magic ring, 6 sc in the ring (6).
Switch to brown yarn.
Round 2-7: Sc around (6).
Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.
Ears (Make 2):
With brown yarn, create a magic ring.
Round 1: 4 sc into magic ring (4).
Round 2: [Inc] around (8).
Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.
Tail:
With brown yarn, chain 25.
Starting in the second ch from the hook, do 24 sc back down the chain.
Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly:
Sew the arms and legs to the body.
Sew the ears to the top of the head.
Attach the tail to the back of the monkey.
Use black thread or yarn to embroider the eyes onto the face.
Use a small amount of white yarn to add reflection dots to the eyes.
Embroider or sew a small beige oval for the belly.
Optional: Vine or Banana:
Create a vine or banana accessory with green or yellow yarn to add a playful touch.
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