Crochet Eggplant Plushie Pattern For Veggie Lovers

Eggplant in the softest and squeezable form? Yes, this is now possible with the magic of the Crochet Eggplant Plushie Pattern! This charming design has a vibrant purple body and a lush green top, mimicking a freshly picked vegetable. The plushie’s soft texture and rounded shape make it a delightful decorative piece or a cuddly toy. Its unique and whimsical design adds a fun touch to any crafting project, making it an instant favorite for handmade creation enthusiasts. So, why not bring home this new baby's toy?

Uses Of Crochet Amigurumi Eggplant

1. Decorative Piece:
   • Add a touch of whimsy to your home or office decor. These cute eggplants can be displayed on shelves, desks, or as part of a centerpiece.
2. Toys for Children:
   • Safe and soft, amigurumi eggplants can be great plush toys for children to play with.
3. Gifts:
   • Handmade gifts are always special. A crochet eggplant can be a unique and thoughtful gift for friends or family members.
4. Keychains and Bag Charms:
   • Small amigurumi eggplants can be turned into keychains or bag charms for a fun accessory.
5. Educational Tools:
   • Use them to teach children about different fruits and vegetables in a fun, tactile way.
6. Props for Photography:
   • They can serve as quirky props for photography, adding a playful element to your photos.

How To Crochet Amigurumi Eggplant

Materials Needed:

• Two colors of bulky size (6) yarn: Purple (for the eggplant) and Green (for the leaves and stem)
• Size 3 yarn or thinner black yarn for the mouth (embroidery thread can also be used)
• Scissors
• Stitch marker
• Pair of 8 mm safety eyes
• Stuffing
• Darning needle
• 5 mm crochet hook

Stitches Used:

• Magic ring (or magic circle)
• Chain (ch)
• Single crochet (sc)
• Increase (inc)
• Decrease (dec)

Pattern:

Eggplant Body:

1. Round 1:
   • Using purple yarn, create a magic ring and crochet 8 sc into the ring. (8 stitches)
   • Tip: Tug the yarn slightly after each sc to avoid it getting caught.
2. Round 2:
   • Make an inc in each stitch around. (16 stitches)
   • Add a stitch marker to the beginning of the round.
3. Round 3:
   • 1 sc in the first stitch, 1 inc in the next stitch, repeat around. (24 stitches)
4. Round 4:
   • 2 sc in the next two stitches, 1 inc in the next stitch, repeat around. (32 stitches)
5. Round 5:
   • 3 sc in the next three stitches, 1 inc in the next stitch, repeat around. (40 stitches)
6. Round 6:
   • 4 sc in the next four stitches, 1 inc in the next stitch, repeat around. (48 stitches)
7. Rounds 7-13:
   • 1 sc in each stitch around. (48 stitches per round)
   • Repeat for 7 rounds.
8. Round 14:
   • 4 sc in the next four stitches, 1 dec, repeat around. (40 stitches)
   • 
9. Rounds 15-18:
   • 1 sc in each stitch around. (40 stitches per round)
   • Repeat for 4 rounds.
10. Round 19:
    • 3 sc in the next three stitches, 1 dec, repeat around. (32 stitches)
11. Rounds 20-22:
    • 1 sc in each stitch around. (32 stitches per round)
    • Repeat for 3 rounds.
12. Add Safety Eyes:
    • Attach the 8 mm safety eyes between rounds 13 and 14, spaced about 5 stitches apart.
13. Round 23:
    • 2 sc in the next two stitches, 1 dec, repeat around. (24 stitches)
14. Round 24:
    • 1 sc in each stitch around. (24 stitches)
15. Stuff Eggplant:
    • Firmly stuff the eggplant.
16. Round 25:
    • 1 sc in the first stitch, 1 dec in the next stitch, repeat around. (16 stitches)
17. Round 26:
    • 8 dec around. (8 stitches)
18. Finish Off:
    • Cut the yarn, leaving a tail.
    • Sew the top closed by threading the tail through the front loops of the last 8 stitches using a darning needle.

Leaves:

1. Round 1:
   • Using green yarn, make a magic ring and crochet 8 sc into it. (8 stitches)
2. Round 2:
   • Inc in each stitch around. (16 stitches)
3. Round 3:
   • 1 sc in the first stitch, 1 inc in the next stitch, repeat around. (24 stitches)
   • 
4. Round 4:
   • 1 sc in each stitch around. (24 stitches)
5. Leaves Section:
   • For each leaf:
     • 1 sc in each of the next 6 stitches, place a stitch marker.
     • Ch 1, turn, 6 sc back to the marker, remove the marker.
     • Round 6: 1 dec, 2 sc, 1 dec, ch 1, turn.
     • Round 7: 2 dec, ch 1, turn.
     • Round 8: 1 dec.
     • Fasten off, weave in ends.
   • Repeat to make a total of 4 leaves.

Stem:

1. Create Stem:
   • Using green yarn, ch 5.
   • Starting from the second ch from hook, 4 sc.
   • Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Assembly:

1. Sew Stem to Leaves:
   • Attach the stem to the center of the leaves.
2. Attach Leaves to Eggplant:
   • Place leaves on top of the eggplant and sew them down securely.
3. Mouth:
   • Using black yarn/thread, embroider the mouth centered between the eyes.

And there you have it—a super cute crochet eggplant!

@StitchedbyScott