Crochet Corey The Caterpillar Amigurumi Pattern

Jump into a fun and easy crochet project with the Corey the Caterpillar pattern! This charming caterpillar consists of colorful segments shaped like squares, hearts, triangles, and stars. Corey the Caterpillar makes a delightful toy or decoration. Add to its character with safety eyes and embroidered features. With a variety of colors and shapes, this adorable amigurumi toy will bring joy to any crochet lover's collection.

Why Love This Pattern?

1. Beginner-Friendly: The Corey the Caterpillar crochet pattern is easy to follow, even for beginners. Lindsay from "Off the Beaten Hook" notes that much of the pattern involves repetition, making it accessible for those new to crochet.
2. Customization: You have the flexibility to use different yarns and colors from your stash or follow Lindsay's recommendations for consistency.
3. Efficiency: Lindsay shares valuable tips like using stitch markers to ease the process, especially for marking crucial stitches. This helps in avoiding constant counting and ensures accuracy.
4. Versatility: The techniques learned for the square piece apply to other shapes in the pattern, making it easier to progress through the entire caterpillar.

How To Crochet Caterpillar Amigurumi

Materials:

• 3 mm crochet hook
• DK weight yarn (Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK is recommended)
• Stitch markers (you will need 5 in total)
• Safety eyes for the face
• Embroidery floss for details
• Yarn needle for sewing
• Polyester stuffing
• Pencil or dowel for the body

Pattern Breakdown

Step 1: The Square (Donut Base)

1. Foundation Chain:
   • Chain 24. Join with a slip stitch to form a circle, ensuring the chain is not twisted.
2. Round 1:
   • Slip stitch into the first back bump of the chain.
   • This counts as your first stitch.
   • Single crochet in the next 4 back bumps (5 single crochets in total).
3. Corners:
   • In the next stitch, place 3 single crochets.
   • Mark the middle stitch of these 3 single crochets with a stitch marker.
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4. Repeat:
   • Repeat the pattern of 5 single crochets and 3 single crochets in one stitch (marking the middle stitch each time) all around until you have 4 corners.
   • You'll place stitch markers in the middle stitch of each group of 3 single crochets. This ensures you can easily find and increase in those corners each round.
5. Continuous Rounds:
   • Continue this pattern until you build the entire square (up until Round 7).

Step 2: Increasing and Decreasing:

1. Rounds 2 to 7:
   • Increase at each corner (marked with a stitch marker) by placing 3 single crochets in each corner stitch.
2. Rounds 8 to 11:
   • Single crochet in each stitch around without increasing.
3. Rounds 12 to 17 (Decreasing):
   • Decrease at each corner by single crocheting the 3 corner stitches together. Place the stitch markers back into the resulting stitch after each decrease.
   • Continue until you finish Round 17, with 24 stitches left.
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Step 3: Making the Donut Shape:

1. Close and Seam:
   • Pinch the square in half, right sides together.
   • Seam the edges using a whip stitch.
   • Stuff every 4-6 stitches to maintain shape.

Step 4: The Star Shape (if applicable):

1. Foundation Chain:
   • Chain 25.
   • Follow the pattern provided for the star shape (short rows and slip stitch method).
2. Assembly:
   • Seam two star pieces together around the outside.
   • Stuff as you go.

Step 5: Creating the Caterpillar's Head:

1. Eyes and Mouth:
   • Create eyes in white yarn. Insert safety eyes between Round 1 and 2 of each eye.
   • Sew the eyes on the head, aligning them with the magic circle on the head.
   • Embroider the mouth between Rounds 4 and 5.
2. Antenna:
   • Sew antenna on top of the head over Round 11, spacing them 6 stitches apart.
3. Attaching the Head:
   • Leave a hole at the back of the head for the dowel.

Step 6: Assembling the Body:

1. Insert the Pencil/Dowel:
   • Insert the dowel halfway into the stuffed bottom segment.
   • Secure by adding stuffing around the dowel within the orange section.
2. Complete the Body:
   • Continue stuffing and shaping each segment.
   • Connect segments by pushing them onto the dowel; stuff and close each segment until you reach the top.
3. Final Attachments:
   • Secure the head on top of the last segment by pushing it onto the dowel end.

Final Thoughts:

• Work each segment separately, repeating the methods of increasing and decreasing, and sewing them together.
• Adapt and customize as needed while maintaining the core steps.

Notes:

• This pattern follows the repetitive method for each shape. Adjust based on the provided details.
• Refer to the video for visual clarity on each step.

Happy Crocheting!

@offthebeatenhook