Pocket Penguin

Free version of the pattern here: https://www.sweetsofties.com/2024/01/pocket-penguin.html

Pocket Penguin is a quick, easy, and no-sew baby penguin with a scarf and bonnet hat. This amigurumi features realistic color changes on the head, as well as crochet methods to make the beak and 3-toed feet. This fluffy antarctic bird is able to stand up on its own, and makes a great keychain! It can also be crocheted with different yarn weights and fibers to create different looks, such as super bulky blanket or chenille yarn for a plush, velvety look!

It’s the perfect birthday gift or Christmas holiday gift for animal lovers and penguin enthusiasts. It’s also suitable as a portable “pocket pal” toy for kids to carry along with them as a therapy aid or fidget. Since this crochet pattern doesn’t require sewing and works up quickly, it’s also suitable as a market prep item, especially for the winter season.

The PDF pattern includes 40+ in-line photo references as part of a detailed photo tutorial to help guide you through the doll-making process.

Note: The initial inspiration for this amigurumi penguin is from Pingu’s little sister, Pinga.

SIZE

Height: 3 inches (7.6 cm)

MATERIALS

Medium weight 4 yarn in white, light grey, dark grey, and yellow. For accessories: blue, dark green, and light green. (I used Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/8)

3.25mm crochet hook

7mm plastic safety eyes (x2)

Stuffing

Scissors

LEVEL

★★☆☆☆ Familiar Beginner. Requires familiarity with stitches used (below), changing colors, and attaching yarn.

STITCHES & TECHNIQUES USED (US TERMINOLOGY)

FO = fasten off

YO = yarn over

ch = chain

sl st = slip stitch

sc = single crochet

inc = increase (insert 2 sc in same st)

dec = decrease (sc 2 sts together)

fsc = (chainless) foundation single crochet

dc = double crochet

dc-inc = double crochet increase (2 dc in same st)

BLO = back loops only

FLO = back loops only

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