Flip toys are really fun, always surprising you with their flipping moves. Making one yourself, especially with this crochet amigurumi plush pattern is a great time. Using soft yarn makes it even more special because it feels cozy and gives the toy a cute look.
The idea of making a toy that brings so much fun and laughter just by flipping it is exciting. Whether for a gift or a playful addition to your collection, Flip the Fish is a delightful plunge into the world of amigurumi crochet.
Why Love This Pattern:
- Easy and Fast: It takes about 35 minutes to make, which is perfect for a quick craft session.
- No Sewing Required:
- Makes the process easier and quicker since you don't have to sew parts together.
Fun to Play With:
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- The flipping action of the fish makes it a fun toy for all ages.
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- Customizable:
- You can pick your colors and adjust the size by using different yarns.
- Great for Learning:
- Good for practicing basic crochet techniques.
- Perfect as a Gift:
- A thoughtful and personal item to give to friends or family.
Crafting The Fish Amigurumi
Project Level:
- Beginner/Intermediate
Finished Measurements:
- Not specified, but size will vary based on yarn weight and hook size used.
Yarn Requirements:
- Plush yarn, Number 6 Super Bulky weight (e.g., Parfait Chunky)
- Colors: Peach (for the mouth), Key Lime (for the body), Mushroom (for the tail)
Suggested Yarn:
- Parfait Chunky or any other plush yarn suitable for Super Bulky weight projects.
Suggested Hook:
- 5 mm crochet hook
Abbreviations:
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase (two sc in the same stitch)
- dec = decrease (sc two together)
- BLO = back loop only
- dc = double crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- sl st = slip stitch
Special Stitches:
- Magic Circle (optional alternative to ch 2 at the beginning)
Gauge:
- Not specified, but not critical for this project. Adjust hook size if necessary to achieve desired firmness of fabric.
Materials:
- Plush yarn number 6 Super bulky weight (Colors: Peach for the mouth, Green for the body, and Mushroom for the tail)
- 5 mm crochet hook
- Bent tip sewing needle
- Polyfill stuffing
- 18 mm black safety eyes (or felt eyes, embroidered eyes, or 3D trapezoid eyes)
Step by step Pattern
Mouth (color Peach):
- Round 1: Chain 2, work 8 single crochet (sc) stitches into the first chain. (8 stitches)
- Round 2: Work 2 sc stitches into each stitch around. (16 stitches)
- Round 3: Single crochet 7, 2 sc in the next stitch, repeat around. (18 stitches)
- Round 4: Single crochet 5, 2 sc in the next stitch, repeat 3 times around. (21 stitches)
- Round 5: Single crochet 4, 2 sc in the next stitch, repeat twice more. (24 stitches)
- Round 6: Single crochet 3, 2 sc in the next stitch, repeat 5 times. (30 stitches)
- Prepare to switch to body color at the end of round 6 by pulling out the last stitch.
Body (color Green):
- Round 7: Change to the body color during the last stitch of round 6, trim Peach yarn, slip stitch 1, sc 29 (30 stitches)
- Round 8: Single crochet into back loops only, sc 14, 2 sc in the next stitch, repeat twice. (32 stitches)
- Round 9: Single crochet into back loops only around. (32 stitches)
- Round 10: Sc 15, 2 sc in the next stitch, repeat once. (34 stitches)
- Rounds 11-13: Sc in each stitch around. (34 stitches each round)
- Push the mouth part in to form the indented mouth edge.
Continuing Body:
- Round 14: Sc 15, decrease 1, repeat once. (32 stitches)
- Round 15: Sc 14, decrease 1, repeat once. (30 stitches)
- Insert safety eyes 3 visible rounds back from the lip ridge.
Tail Building:
- Round 16: Sc 3, decrease 1, repeat 5 times. (24 stitches)
- Round 17: Sc in each stitch around. (24 stitches)
- Round 18: Sc 2, decrease 1, repeat 5 times. (18 stitches)
- Round 19: Sc in each stitch around. (18 stitches)
- Round 20: Sc 1, decrease 1, repeat 6 times. (12 stitches)
- Stuff the fish; be careful not to overstuff the mouth area.
Final Rounds Before Tail:
- Round 21: Sc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
- Round 22: Sc 2, decrease 1, repeat twice, switch to tail color yarn on the last yarn over. (9 stitches)
- Trim the green yarn, leaving a length to tuck inside.
Tail (color Mushroom):
- Round 23: Sc 2, 2 sc in the next stitch, repeat twice. (12 stitches)
- Round 24: Sc 1, 2 sc in the next stitch, repeat around. (18 stitches)
- Add extra stuffing if needed.
- Round 25: Sc 2, 2 sc in the next stitch, repeat 5 times. (24 stitches)
- Round 26: Sc in each stitch around. (24 stitches)
- Crochet to the top of the tail fin to start closing the tail.
Tail Fin Closure:
- Round 27: Chain 1, 2 double crochet in the first two stitches, half double crochet in next two stitches, slip stitch in the next three stitches, repeat the half double crochet and double crochet pattern, and end with a slip stitch.
Side Fins:
- Attach yarn one round back and one stitch down from the eyes.
- Chain 3, slip stitch in the second chain from hook, slip stitch in the next chain, slip stitch into the body to join.
- Fasten off and weave in ends.
Assembly:
- Ensure that the mouth is properly indented with the "back loops only" rounds forming the flat front edge necessary for flipping.
- Flip the fish and enjoy!
Please note the importance of correct yarn weight and hook size to achieve the desired flippability. The video shared would provide clearer visuals, and for any other details or questions about the pattern, you could refer to the original source at the provided URL.
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