Happy World Whale Day!
Get ready to dive into the world of amigurumi with this charming baby whale pattern! Perfect for crocheters of all levels, this medium-sized whale (8-10 inches) will swim right into your heart.
Materials Needed:
- Worsted weight yarn in gray and white
- Crochet hook size G/6 (4mm)
- Stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch markers
- 2 small ceramic eyes
- Sewing needle and thread (for attaching eyes)
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- inc: increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec: decrease (sc2tog)
- st(s): stitch(es)
- rnd(s): round(s)
Pattern Instructions:
Body:
Start with gray yarn for the top of the body.
Rnd 1: Make a magic ring, 6 sc into the ring (6)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around (12)
Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc repeat around (18)
Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc repeat around (24)
Rnd 5: Sc 3, inc repeat around (30)
Rnd 6-10: Sc in each st around (30)
Switch to white yarn for the bottom of the body.
Rnd 11: Sc in each st around (30)
Rnd 12: Sc 3, dec repeat around (24)
Rnd 13: Sc 2, dec repeat around (18)
Start stuffing the body firmly.
Rnd 14: Sc 1, dec repeat around (12)
Rnd 15: Dec around (6)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Use the tail to sew the remaining hole closed.
Fins (make 2):
Using gray yarn:
Rnd 1: Make a magic ring, 4 sc into the ring (4)
Rnd 2: Inc in each st around (8)
Rnd 3-4: Sc in each st around (8)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Tail:
Using gray yarn:
Ch 8
Row 1: Starting from 2nd ch from hook, sc 7 (7)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc 7 (7)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc 3, sc2tog (5)
Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc 5 (5)
Row 5: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc 1, sc2tog (3)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly:
- Sew the fins to the sides of the body, positioning them slightly towards the bottom.
- Attach the tail to the back of the body.
- Using a sewing needle and thread, carefully attach the ceramic eyes to the front of the head, slightly above the white section.
Finishing Touches:
- Use black yarn or embroidery thread to add a small smile beneath the eyes.
- Optional: Add a few strands of white yarn near the top of the head for a water spout effect.
Congratulations! Your adorable baby whale amigurumi is ready to make a splash in your collection. This little guy is perfect for gifting or keeping as a cuddly companion. Happy crocheting!
Tip: For an extra cute touch, consider adding a tiny crocheted fish or starfish friend for your whale to play with!
