Picture yourself sipping your favorite brew from a charming little coffee cup that never cools. This Crochet Amigurumi Coffee Cup is exactly that a fancy cup that promises to keep coffee lovers in good spirits without ever needing a refill.
Handmade from soft cotton, this delightful cup features a sturdy base, an adorable handle, and cuteness in every stitch. It's not just an eye-catching piece; it's also a token of warmth to gift to someone who adores their morning joe. Moreover, the detailed design, complete with a smiling face and a lovely heart-shaped cappuccino foam, turns this crocheted cup into a delightful keeper of small treasures or a cozy decoration for any coffee nook.
Crocheting The Amigurumi Coffee Cup
Gauge
- Not specified in the video.
Project Level
- Beginner to Intermediate (specific skill level not mentioned, inferred from the steps given).
Finished Measurements
- Not directly specified in the video.
Yarn Requirements
- Cotton 4 ply yarn is used for both the coffee cup and the decorations.
Suggested Yarn
- The video specifies using cotton 4 ply yarn but does not mention a specific brand.
Suggested Hook
- 3mm crochet hook for the coffee cup.
- 1.5mm crochet hook for the heart decoration on the cappuccino.
Abbreviations
- ch: Chain
- sl st: Slip Stitch
- sc: Single Crochet
- inc: Increase (make two single crochet stitches into the same stitch)
- dec: Decrease (not used in this pattern but commonly found in amigurumi)
- tr: Triple Crochet
- dc: Double Crochet
Special Stitches
- Magic Ring: Technique to start the amigurumi, making sure there is no hole in the beginning.
- Single Crochet Increase (inc): 2 sc in the same stitch.
- Reverse Single Crochet: Worked in opposite direction, gives a nice edge or border.
Pattern Instructions
Coffee Cup Base and Body
- Base
- Start with a magic ring.
- Row 1: 10 sc into the ring, pull tightly to close, sl st to first sc to join.
- Row 2: ch 1, 2 sc in each stitch around (20 sc), sl st to first sc to join.
- Row 3: ch 1, 1 sc in next stitch, 2 sc in next stitch repeat around (30 sc), sl st to first sc to join.
- Body
- Work in the back loops only for the next row to create a base edge.
- Row 4-11: Ch 1, 1 sc in each stitch around. Place a stitch marker at the beginning of row 5 and continue in a spiral; do not join rounds.
- After 11 rows, the cup shape should be formed.
- Border/Edging
- Row 12: Reverse single crochet in each stitch around, sl st to first reverse sc to join.
Handle
- Leave a long tail for sewing before starting.
- Work 10 icon stitches (a form of a tight stitch that creates a dense fabric suitable for handles).
- Leave a long tail for sewing after finishing.
- Sew handle onto cup between the 5th and 11th rows.
Decorating the Coffee Cup
- Add facial features with kundans or embroidery for the eyes and mouth. Use fabric glue for the eyes and embroidery thread for the mouth.
Coffee Part
- Start with a brown color thread and a magic ring.
- Row 1: 10 sc into the ring, sl st to first sc to join.
- Row 2: ch 1, 2 sc in each stitch around (20 sc), sl st to first sc to join.
- Row 3: ch 1, 1 sc in next stitch, 2 sc in next stitch repeat around, sl st to first sc to join (30 sc).
- Row 4: ch 1, 1 sc in each stitch around, sl st to first sc to join (no increase, 30 sc).
- Attach the coffee part to the top of the coffee cup, ensuring proper alignment with facial features.
Heart Decoration
- Use a smaller hook (1.5mm) and start with a magic ring.
- Work a combination of triple crochet and double crochet stitches to form a heart shape, then attach it atop the coffee part to mimic cappuccino foam art.
Assembly
- Sew the coffee part to the cup, aligning the heart with the face for aesthetic appeal.
- Stuff the coffee cup before completely sewing closed.
Finishing Steps
- Weave in all ends, secure stitches, and trim excess yarn.
Care and Maintenance
- Not provided in the video, but generally, handwashing is recommended for amigurumi projects to preserve their shape and details.
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