What is even better pocket companion for summer than cute crochet watermelon slices? That's why we have brought this tutorial from Cute Crochet where you can learn how to crochet two easy and small smiling watermelon slice amigurumi that you can use as a keychain.
The difference between these amigurumi is just color due to which learning one means double fun. They become way more simple crochet with the guide we are going to share with you.
So, follow through with our details we are providing you with in this comprehensive post!
This fruit pattern will guide you through crocheting an adorable watermelon slice amigurumi. It's a beginner-friendly project that makes for a perfect keychain or a cute gift.
Skill Level: Beginners
Tutorial Timing: 26 minutes
Rounds: 10
Recreation timing: 30 minutes
Materials Needed
Following supplies have been recommended by the tutor to crochet this watermelon keychain:
- Green, white, red (or yellow), and black yarn. Use cotton fiber as it is easy to work with and durable.
- Crochet hook: Size H (5.0 mm)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stuffing
- Safety eyes or black yarn (optional). 5mm may be used.
- Keyring
Stitches Used
Below we have mentioned the stitches used this crochet fruit slice amigurumi along with the short guides for each:
- Slip Knot
- Chain Stitch (ch): Yarn over your hook, pull through the loop on your hook. Repeat to create a chain of desired length.
- Slip Stitch (sl st): Used to join rounds or fasten off. Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through both loops on hook.
- Single Crochet (sc): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops on hook.
- Increasing the stitch: Work two single crochet in the same stitch.
- Decrease Stitch (dec): Reduces the stitch count. Crochet two stitches together as one.
There are two common methods:
- Invisible decrease: Insert hook into the front loop of the next two stitches, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through all three loops on hook.
- Standard decrease: Crochet two stitches separately, then yarn over and pull through all three loops on hook.
How to Crochet Watermelon Amigurumi
To crochet this watermelon slice amigurumi, you'll create a basic pyramidic shape in following way.
- Create the Base: Start with a green circle for the rind, increasing stitches gradually.
- Change to red yarn and begin decreasing stitches to form the curved shape of the watermelon slice.
- Stuff and Finish: Stuff the amigurumi with filling and finish by closing the opening.
Additional Details
- Embroidery: Use black yarn to stitch on watermelon seeds and a smiling face.
- Keyring Attachment: Sew a keyring loop to the top of the watermelon.
- Optional Features: Add eyes using beads or embroidery.
How to Rightly Attach Keyring
- Choose Attachment Point: Decide where you want to attach the keyring. The top of the amigurumi is often a popular choice.
- Prepare the Yarn: Cut a length of yarn, long enough to securely attach the keyring. Thread it through the tapestry needle.
- Secure the Keyring: Insert the needle through the amigurumi at the chosen attachment point. Thread the keyring onto the yarn. Pull the
- yarn through the amigurumi again to secure the keyring in place.
- Reinforce the Attachment: Repeat steps 3 a few times to ensure the keyring is securely attached.
- Weave in Ends: Hide the yarn ends by weaving them through the stitches of the amigurumi.
Additional Tips:
- For a stronger hold, consider using a small safety pin or a jump ring instead of yarn.
- If you want a more decorative attachment, you can crochet a small loop to attach the keyring to.
- By following these steps, you can easily attach a keyring to your amigurumi and enjoy carrying it with you wherever you go.
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