Crochet Squishy Eggplant
Oh, the Crochet Squishy Eggplant is quite a cute and fun little creation! Imagine a cozy little eggplant in all its squishy glory, handcrafted with love through the art of crochet. This whimsical eggplant can be a lovely addition to your décor, a quirky stress-reliever to squeeze, or a charming gift for a friend who appreciates unique handmade treasures. With its soft texture and adorable design, this Crochet Squishy Eggplant is sure to bring a smile to your face and add a touch of whimsy to any space it inhabits. Embrace its charm and enjoy the warmth and creativity that handmade items can bring into your life!
Yarn used
- Hobbii Baby Snuggle
- OrchidOther Items used
- US G/4.25mm Crochet Hook (or a hook to match the yarn you're using)
- 12-15mm safety eyes
- Poly fill
- Yarn needle
Abbreviations and stitches
• MR: Magic ring• St(s): Stitch(es)
• SC: Single crochet
• Sl St: Slip Stitch
• Sk: Skip a stitch
• DC: Double Crochet
• HDC: Half Double Crochet
• Inc: Increase (Stitch 2 SC into the stitch)
• (...) x n: Repeat instructions in brackets n times
**This pattern uses US Crochet Terms**
Pattern
R2: 6 inc (12)
R3: (SC, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2SC, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: (3SC, inc) x 6 (30)
R6: (4SC, inc) x 6 (36)
R7: (5SC, inc) x 6 (42)
R8: (6SC, inc) x 6 (48)
R9-20: 48SC (12 rounds of 48)
Place safety eyes between R12 and R13, about 10 sts apartR21: (4SC, dec) x 8 (40)
R22: (3SC, dec) x 8 (32)
R23: (2SC, dec) x 8 (24)
R24: (SC, dec) x 8 (16)
Finish stuffing
R25: 8 dec (8)
Close and cut the yarn, leaving a tail for sewing. Sew the hole closed.
Leaves
R2: 6 inc (12)
R3: (SC, inc) x 6 (18)
R4: (2SC, inc) x 6 (24)
R5: (3SC, inc) x 6 (30)
R6: (4SC, inc) x 6 (36)
R7: (8SC, inc) x 4 (40)
R8: (SC, ch 5, SC in 2nd ch from hook, HDC, DC, TR in last ch, sk 2 st on circle, SC in next st) x 10
(10 leaves)
Sl st to close. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Sew on to the top of the eggplant.
Stem
Attach yarn at the top of the eggplant and leavesCh 6. Starting in 2nd ch from hook: 5SC back along ch
Close and cut yarn. Tie yarn tails together and pull knot into the piece
Finishing details
Embroider the cheeks using pink yarn
Embroider the eyelashes and mouth using black yarn