Introduction
Welcome to the delightful world of amigurumi! Today, we will create an adorable scarecrow that adds charm to any autumn decor.
Project Details
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Estimated Time: 8–10 Hours
- Size: Approximately 15cm (6 inches) tall
Materials
- Yarn: DK or Sport Weight Cotton in Light Beige, Navy Blue, Pastel Pink, Teal, Mustard Yellow, and Burgundy
- Hook: 2.5mm or size needed to obtain tight tension
- Other Materials: 10mm safety eyes, polyester fiberfill, tapestry needle, stitch markers, small buttons for cardigan
Abbreviations
- MR: Magic Ring
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- inc: increase
- dec: invisible decrease
- BLO: back loop only
- Loop Stitch: a single crochet with a loop left on the outside
The Complete Scarecrow Pattern
Component 1: The Legs (Make 2)
Start with Light Beige Yarn.
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc in each st around (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Fasten off the first leg. Do not fasten off the second leg. Continue to Body.
Component 2: The Body
With Light Beige, continue from the second leg.
R1: ch 3, join to first leg with sc, sc in remaining 11 st of first leg, sc in 3 ch, sc in 12 st of second leg, sc in other side of 3 ch (30)
R2: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
R3-6: sc in each st around (36)
Change to Pastel Pink.
R7: BLO sc in each st around (36)
R8: (5 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
Stuff legs and body firmly.
Component 3: The Head
Use Light Beige Yarn.
R1: 6 sc in MR (6)
R2: inc in each st around (12)
R3: (1 sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Continue increasing until reaching desired size. Be sure to add safety eyes between rounds.
Component 4: The Hat
Use Navy Blue Yarn.
R1: 6 sc in MR (6) and follow the increasing rounds to create a floppy effect.
Component 5: The Cardigan
Use Pastel Pink Yarn. Work in rows to create the cardigan with buttonholes.
Assembly
Attach the head to the body, sew on the hair, and add the hat. Embellish with buttons and any additional accessories.
Final Notes
Enjoy your creation and let it bring joy to your home this autumn season!
Pattern created for amigurumi.badoomobile.net
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