Crochet Dolphin Plushy Pattern For Sleep Time Companion

It's the perfect time to create a cuddly sleep companion for your child with this easy-to-follow crochet dolphin plushy pattern! Imagine their delight as they hug their very own handmade amigurumi sea creature. With just a few basic stitches and some soft yarn, you'll craft not just a toy, but a treasured friend that will bring comfort and joy to your little one. So grab your crochet hook and let's dive into this fun project together!

Experience the joy of creating a cuddly crochet dolphin plushy with our easy-to-follow guide. Ideal for both beginners and seasoned crafters, this pattern brings to life a charming sea creature with its detailed fins and playful shape. Crafted with soft, chunky yarn and a splash of colour, this dolphin is perfect for snuggling or gifting to a loved one. Not only does the finished plushy make a heartwarming companion, but it also serves as a lovely handmade addition to any marine-themed room or collection.

Materials Needed:

• Crochet hook (5 mm)
• Scissors
• Yarn needle
• 12 mm safety eyes
• Size 6 yarn (e.g., Premier parfait chunky yarn in green or blue)
• Stuffing material

Dolphin Plushy Pattern:

Tail Fins (make 2):

1. Start with a magic ring (using a two-chain method): Make a slip knot, chain 2.
2. Round 1: Work 5 single crochets into the first chain of the magic ring.
3. Round 2: Perform 5 increases (two single crochets in each stitch of the previous round).
4. Rounds 3-4: Single crochet around.

Finish the first fin by cutting the yarn and pulling through. For the second fin, do not finish off.

Joining Tail Fins:

1. Place a stitch marker on the last stitch of the second fin.
2. Begin to single crochet into the first tail fin, connecting it to the second tail fin by crocheting across the stitches on the edge of each fin.
3. Once joined, start the body of the dolphin, starting with Round 5.
4. Round 6: Begin body with 10 decreases.
5. Round 7: [3 single crochets, 1 decrease] x 2
6. Round 8: Single crochet around.

Continue increasing and shaping the body:
7. Round 9: [Single crochet, increase] x 4

8. Rounds 10-11: Single crochet around.
9. Round 12: [2 single crochets, 1 increase] x 4
10. Rounds 13-14: Single crochet around.
11. Round 15: [Single crochet, increase] x 2, then 12 single crochets.
12. Round 16: [2 single crochets, 1 increase] x 2, then 12 single crochets.
13. Rounds 17-18: Single crochet around.
14. Round 19: [Increase, 2 single crochets] x 4, then 8 single crochets.
15. Rounds 20-22: Single crochet around.

Final shaping of body:
16. Round 23: [3 single crochets, 1 increase] x 6

17. Rounds 24-25: Single crochet around.
18. Round 26: [3 single crochets, 1 decrease] x 6
19. Insert safety eyes between Rounds 26 and 27.
20. Round 27: [2 single crochets, 1 decrease] x 4, then 8 single crochets. Add stuffing.
21. Round 28: [Single crochet, decrease] x 4, then 8 single crochets.
22. Round 29: [2 single crochets, 1 decrease] x 4.

Finish Head:
23. Rounds 30-32: Continue with final shaping and add remaining stuffing.

24. Final Round: [Single crochet decrease] x 3. Cut yarn leaving a tail to sew the nose shut.

Fins:

• Head Fin:
  • Round 1: 4 single crochets in a magic ring.
  • Increase in subsequent rounds to shape the fin, then sew onto the head.
• Side Fins (make 2):
  • Round 1: 4 single crochets in a magic ring.
  • Increase in subsequent rounds and sew to each side of the dolphin body.

Finish by sewing all parts securely and weaving in ends.

That covers the detailed step-by-step pattern instructions based on the video you provided. Happy crocheting!