Crochet Amigurumi Crescent Moon Pattern Free

Looking for a fun and easy crochet project? Try the Crochet Amigurumi Crescent Moon Pattern! In this tutorial by Croch Shantel, you'll learn to make a soft and cute crescent moon using super bulky yarn and simple crochet stitches. This charming moon, perfect for decor or as a gift, is stuffed with polyfill for a plush finish. Its unique curved design and soft texture will surely bring a touch of handmade magic to any space!

Why Love This Pattern?

1. Gradual Increase: The pattern carefully increases stitches row by row, allowing the crescent moon shape to form naturally. This gradual process helps maintain the structure and look of the final product.
2. Stuffing Tips: Shantel provides useful tips on how to stuff the crescent moon evenly, advising to pull apart the polyfill to avoid lumps. This attention to detail ensures the finished product looks professional.
3. Finishing Touches: The guide includes instructions on how to finish off the project neatly, including how to slip stitch and weave in ends, which adds to the polished final look of the crescent moon.

How To Crochet Amigurumi Crescent Moon

Materials:

• 5mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Stitch marker (or a bobby pin)
• Darning needle
• Super bulky yarn in the color of your choice
• Polyfill stuffing

Terminology and Abbreviations:

• sc: single crochet
• inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• st: stitch

Pattern:

1. Magic Ring:
   • Create a magic ring (if you’re closing it first, make sure to tighten it securely).
2. Row 1:
   • Work 6 sc into the magic ring.
   • Total stitches: 6
3. Row 2:
   • Work 1 inc in each st around.
   • Total stitches: 12
4. Row 3:
   • Work 1 inc in each st around.
   • Total stitches: 24
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5. Row 4:
   • 1 sc, then 1 inc – repeat 12 times.
   • Total stitches: 36
6. Row 5:
   • 2 sc, then 1 inc – repeat 12 times.
   • Total stitches: 48
7. Row 6:
   • 3 sc, then 1 inc – repeat 12 times.
   • Total stitches: 60
8. Row 7:
   • 4 sc, then 1 inc – repeat 12 times.
   • Total stitches: 72
9. Row 8:
   • 5 sc, then 1 inc – repeat 12 times.
   • Total stitches: 84
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10. Row 9:
    • 6 sc, then 1 inc – repeat 12 times.
    • Total stitches: 96
11. Row 10:
    • Work 1 sc in each st around.
    • Total stitches: 96
12. Forming the Crescent Shape:
    • Fold your work in half to form the crescent shape.
    • Chain 1 and start working through the immediate stitches on the right and left-hand sides together.
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13. Row 11:
    • Work 48 sc through both layers of the crescent shape (the front and the back).
    • At about halfway through the 48 sc, start stuffing the crescent moon with polyfill stuffing to avoid lumps. Continue stuffing as you go along.
14. Finishing Off:
    • After completing the 48 sc and stuffing the moon, slip stitch to the final stitch to fasten off.
    • Using the darning needle, weave in the ends.

Final Product:

• Your finished crescent moon should have a smooth, stuffed surface with a visible crescent shape.

@chantelle