Have you ever witnessed a dolphin display, where their delightful antics, from joyful leaps to graceful loops through the water, capture everyone's heart? Inspired by these magical moments, we present to you our Crochet Dolphin Amigurumi Pattern. Crafted to resemble a dolphin playfully jumping through colourful donuts, this charming creation is designed to bring a splash of joy and charm into your life. Whether you choose to crochet a single donut or an entire stack, the result will be a vibrant and delightful addition to anyone's collection. This adorable dolphin amigurumi makes the perfect gift for dolphin enthusiasts and those who appreciate the beauty of handmade treasures.
Crochet Dolphin Amigurumi Pattern
Free Crochet Dolphin Amigurumi
Materials Needed:
- Yarn: The project requires specific colors of Circulo Yarns in the Amigurumi quality. Each color has a unique code, signifying its shade. You will need one ball of each of the following colors:
- #2931 (Nautical)
- #8176 (Off-White)
- #1317 (Solar)
- #4092 (Organza)
- #7650 (Almond)
- Amigurumi Yarn Scraps: Additionally, scraps of yarn in various colors are used for different parts of the amigurumi. The colors needed are:
- #4456 (Orange)
- #1317 (Candy Yellow)
- #1289 (Canary)
- #3131 (Bubble Gum)
- #6399 (Azalea)
- #5743 (Neo Mint)
- #2927 (Aquarium)
- Maxi Mouline: 1 skein of color #104 (Off-White) is required for details.
- Crochet Hook: A B/2.25 mm hook is the tool used for crocheting the project.
- Additional Materials: Fabric glue, polyester stuffing for filling, a tapestry needle for sewing pieces together, stitch markers, pins, and scissors for cutting yarn.
Stitch Glossary and Abbreviations:
The pattern includes a variety of crochet stitches and terms:
- st: stitch
- Hdc: Half double crochet
- ch: chain
- sl st: slip stitch
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- inc: Increase (2 sc in the same base stitch)
- dec: invisible decrease (typically used in amigurumi to create smoother decreases, worked in the front loops of the stitches only)
- rnd/R: round
- eor: end of row or round
Gauge:
The gauge, which helps ensure the size of your work matches the pattern, is 12 single crochets by 12 rows equaling 1.5 inches (or 4 cm) when using hook B.
Disclaimer:
The disclaimer notes that measurements might vary due to differences in unit conversion (centimetres to inches), the size of needles/hooks, and individual tension in crocheting. This indicates that while the pattern provides detailed guidelines, the actual size and appearance of the finished project might slightly vary depending on these factors.
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