A crocheted monster is cute and never goes ugly. So, learn how to crochet one interesting crochet monster amigurumi for kids with a step-by-step tutorial presented by the Stitches Be Crazy. It features an adorable chubby body, three eyes, plush texture, horns, and a nice color contrast. What's even more fun? It has a cute pocket inside the mouth where you can put small things of little one like a sunflower applique.
This post is all about providing you with the fun details about this crochet doll monster project for beginners.
Skill Level: Crocheting this monster amigurumi is quite easy and perfect for beginners.
Tutorial Timing: 30 Minutes.
Crochet Pocket Monster Amigurumi Tutorial
In this tutorial video, you will find guidance for crocheting a unique monster toy that features a functional pocket as its mouth. The necessary materials and skills are listed at the beginning making this guide very helpful. You can use it as a Halloween decor though the amigurumi monster is quite cute.
- The first step in the tutorial is creating the mouth pocket. The instructor demonstrates how to start with a chain and proceed to rounds. Once the pocket is completed, it is set aside, and the body of the monster is started. The tutorial continues with the body, illustrating how to work in rounds to create a spherical shape.
- Following the body, instructions are provided for crocheting the monster's legs, detailing how to attach them securely to the body. Additional monster features, such as arms and horns, are introduced next. Each feature’s crocheting process is well explained with close-up shots that highlight the techniques used.
- A unique aspect of the monster design is the addition of a decorative crochet flower. The tutorial offers clear guidance on creating and attaching the flower.
- Three eyes are added to the monster.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
Following are the abbreviations used in the on-screen pattern for crocheting this pocket Monster amigurumi. We also :
- Mr: Magic Ring
- Ch: chain: To crochet it, yarn over and pull through the loop on the hook.
- Sc: single crochet: Insert hook, yarn over, pull through, and complete the stitch.
- Inc: increase: Work two SCs into one stitch.
- Dec: decrease: Insert hook into two stitches, yarn over, and complete the stitch.
- FLO: front loop only: Work the stitch in the front loop only instead of the two.
- Ctc: change to color
Supplies Needed
The following are the recommended supplies for this crochet monster amigurumi:
- Plush yarn (light green, dark green, yellow, white)
- Three 12 mm safety eyes
- 5 mm crochet hook
- Stitch markers
- Polyester fiberfill
- Sewing needle
- Scissors
What is the best yarn for the crochet monster amigurumi?
Polyester yarns can be incredibly soft and are often used in plush yarns. They are durable, retain their shape well, and are resistant to staining and wrinkling. Like acrylic, they are also machine washable.
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