As the sun shines more is the perfect to soothe yourself by crocheting a pineapple. Here is a step-by-step crochet pineapple amigurumi tutorial from Jacqueline that will help you for this project. By following it, you will end up with a smiling pineapple plushy with beautiful texture and wrinkled sprout that is hard to resist.
Make a pair of these within an hour following this guide. This post is all about providing you will all the necessary details and tips plus guides to special stitches and techniques. So, whether you are a beginner or expert looking for an irresistible fruit project, it is perfect.
Skill Level: With just one special stitch and producing wrinkles guides of which are provided in the pineapple amigurumi guide, this amigurumi is for intermediates if one wants to crochet immediately.
Techniques Required: The tutor uses many techniques including some advanced stitches. Make sure you know how to Single crochet, increase and decrease, working in front and back loops, tying slip knot and chain stitch or magic circle and slip stitch and Bobble stitch. These are US terms.
Best for: Use it as a fruit stall advertisement, car hanger if you make it small or as a little one's doll. It can also be a lovely gift.
Materials Needed
To tackle this pineapple amigurumi, you will need the following crochet supplies as recommended by the tutor:
- 5mm Crochet hook
- Red Heart Super Saver in bright yellow and that of green in worsted weight in any fiber type.
- 12mm safety eyes
- Stitch Markers
- Yarn Needle
How to Crochet Bobble Stitch?
The bobble stitch will help you create a raised, textured "bump" on your work. Here's how to crochet a basic bobble stitch:
Start with a Base Row:
- Work single crochets (sc) or double crochets (dc) across the row.
2. Yarn Over (YO) and Insert Hook:
- YO and insert the hook into the stitch where you want the bobble.
3. Yarn Over and Pull Through:
- YO, pull through the stitch (3 loops on hook).
4. Repeat 4 Times:
- YO, insert hook into the same stitch, YO, pull through (5 loops on hook).
- Repeat until you have 5 or 6 loops on your hook.
5. Finish the Bobble:
- YO, pull through all loops on the hook.
6. Secure the Bobble:
- Work a single crochet (sc) or double crochet (dc) in the next stitch to secure.
7. Continue:
- Repeat across the row as needed.
How to Produce Wrinkles for Pineapple Amigurumi's Sprout?
To create a wrinkled sprout for a crochet pineapple amigurumi, a common technique involves using textured stitches, such as front post or back post stitches, combined with increases and decreases to create the wrinkled effect. Here are some ways to do that:
FPC or BPC: Front post and back post stitches are often used to create a raised, wrinkled appearance.
Increases and Decreases: By strategically increasing and decreasing stitches in certain stitches, you can create bunching and wrinkles in the fabric.
Yarn Tension: Varying the tension in your yarn can also help create a wrinkled effect. Tighter stitches will cause the fabric to pull in, creating wrinkles.
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