Crochet Amigurumi Bob-omb Character Pattern

The Bob-omb, a classic character loved by many, is now perfect for your crochet collection!  This unique pattern create a cute bob-omb character from colorful yarns: black, white, yellow, blue, and orange. With easy steps, you will mold its spherical body and distinct boot-like feet, using simple crochet techniques like single crochets and invisible decreases. Once finished, this amigurumi makes a playful decoration or delightful gift for gaming fans. Featuring round shapes and vibrant colors, it's a fun and creative project!

Uses Of Crochet Amigurumi Bob-omb

1. Decorative Piece: The Bob-omb can be used as a playful decoration in your home, adding a touch of nostalgia and charm to any room.
2. Gifts for Gaming Fans: The Bob-omb is a perfect handmade gift for fans of classic video games, especially those who love Mario.
3. Stress Relief Toy: The soft, stuffed nature of the amigurumi makes it a great stress relief toy to squeeze and relax.
4. Kids' Toy: Safe and fun for children to play with, providing hours of imaginative play.
5. Desk Companion: Place it on your work desk as a fun, quirky companion that can brighten up your workspace.
6. Keychain or Backpack Accessory: With some modifications, you can turn the Bob-omb into a unique keychain or backpack accessory.

Crochet Pattern: Making "Bomb"

Materials Needed:

• Crochet hook
• Stitch marker
• Pins
• Yarn needle
• Pair of scissors
• Polyester toy stuffing
• Black, white, yellow, blue, and orange yarn

Instructions:

Feet:

1. Rounds 1-4 (Yellow Yarn):
   • Round 1:
     • Make a slip knot and attach to hook.
     • Chain 2.
     • In the second chain from the hook, do 6 single crochets (sc). (6 stitches)
   • Round 2:
     • Place a stitch marker in the last stitch.
     • 2 sc in each of the 6 stitches. (12 stitches)
   • Round 3:
     • 1 sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the following stitch. Repeat around. (18 stitches)
   • Round 4:
     • 1 sc in each of the next 2 stitches, then 2 sc in the following stitch. Repeat around. (24 stitches)
2. Rounds 5-15:
   • Sc in each stitch around. (24 stitches per round)
3. Round 16:
   • Sc in the next 2 stitches, followed by an invisible decrease (front loops only). Repeat around. (18 stitches)
4. Stuffing:
   • Start stuffing the feet with polyester toy stuffing.
5. Round 17:
   • Sc in the next stitch, followed by an invisible decrease. Repeat around. (12 stitches)
6. Round 18:
   • Invisible decrease all the way around. (6 stitches)
7. Closing:
   • Leave a long yarn tail and use a yarn needle to close the opening by stitching through the front loops of the remaining 6 stitches. Pull tight to close.
8. Repeat:
   • Make a second foot following the same instructions.

Body:

1. Rounds 1-12 (Black Yarn):
   • Round 1:
     • Make a slip knot and attach to hook.
     • Chain 2.
     • In the second chain from the hook, do 6 sc. (6 stitches)
   • Round 2:
     • Place a stitch marker in the last stitch.
     • 2 sc in each of the 6 stitches. (12 stitches)
   • Round 3:
     • 1 sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the following stitch. Repeat around. (18 stitches)
   • Round 4:
     • 2 sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the following stitch. Repeat around. (24 stitches)
   • Round 5:
     • 3 sc, 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat around. (30 stitches)
   • Round 6:
     • 4 sc, 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat around. (36 stitches)
   • Round 7:
     • 5 sc, 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat around. (42 stitches)
   • Round 8:
     • 6 sc, 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat around. (48 stitches)
   • Round 9:
     • 7 sc, 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat around. (54 stitches)
   • Round 10:
     • 8 sc, 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat around. (60 stitches)
   • Round 11:
     • 9 sc, 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat around. (66 stitches)
   • Round 12:
     • 10 sc, 2 sc in the next stitch. Repeat around. (72 stitches)
2. Rounds 13-21:
   • Sc in each stitch around. (72 stitches per round)
3. Round 22:
   • 10 sc, followed by an invisible decrease. Repeat around. (66 stitches)
4. Round 23:
   • 9 sc, followed by an invisible decrease. Repeat around. (60 stitches)
5. Round 24:
   • 8 sc, followed by an invisible decrease. Repeat around. (54 stitches)
6. Round 25:
   • 7 sc, followed by an invisible decrease. Repeat around. (48 stitches)
7. Round 26:
   • 6 sc, followed by an invisible decrease. Repeat around. (42 stitches)
8. Round 27:
   • 5 sc, followed by an invisible decrease. Repeat around. (36 stitches)
9. Round 28:
   • 4 sc, followed by an invisible decrease. Repeat around. (30 stitches)
10. Stuffing:
    • Begin stuffing the body.
11. Round 29:
    • 3 sc, followed by an invisible decrease. Repeat around. (24 stitches)
12. Round 30:
    • 2 sc, followed by an invisible decrease. Repeat around. (18 stitches)
13. Stuffing:
    • Add more stuffing to the body until it is firm.
14. Round 31:
    • 1 sc, followed by an invisible decrease. Repeat around. (12 stitches)
15. Round 32:
    • Invisible decrease all the way around. (6 stitches)
16. Closing:
    • Leave a long yarn tail, and use a yarn needle to close the opening by stitching through the front loops of the remaining stitches. Pull tight to close.

Join:

• Use the remaining yarn tail to sew the feet onto the body.

Must watch the part two to learn how to make the bomb's eyes, key, and fuse, and how to sew everything together!

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