Crochet Handmade Tiger

Isn't the crochet handmade tiger just the cutest? It's like having your very own miniature safari friend right at home! The intricate details and vibrant colors make it such a delightful addition to any collection. Whether you're a crochet enthusiast or simply appreciate handmade crafts, this whimsical tiger is sure to bring a smile to your face. Perfect for adding a touch of charm to your space or gifting to someone special, this adorable creation is bound to be a treasured keepsake for years to come.

Materials Needed:

• Yarn – Loopara 5ply combed cotton (Pink 17, Brown 52, Black 59 and White 61)
• Hook – 3.0mm
• Scissors
• Tweezers
• Fiber Fill
• Eyeball
• Nose
• Yarn Needle
• Stitch marker
• Positioning pin
• Hot melt adhesive

How to Crochet the Head (Make 1)

1. R1: With brown yarn. Magic ring, ch, 8 sc, sl.
2. R2: Ch, 8 sc inc, sl.
3. R3: Ch, (sc, sc inc) 8 times, sl.
4. R4: Ch, (3 sc, sc inc) 6 times, sl.
5. R5:Ch, (2 sc, sc inc, 2 sc) 6 times, sl.
6. R6: Ch, (5 sc, sc inc) 6 times, sl.
7. R7: Ch, (3 sc, sc inc, 3 sc) 6 times, sl.
8. R8-11: Ch, 48 sc, sl.
9. R12: Ch, (7 sc, sc inc) 6 times, sl.
10. R13: Ch, 54 sc (change to off-white in last sc), sl.
11. R14-16: Ch, 54 sc, sl.
12. R17: Ch, (4 sc, sc inc, 4 sc) 6 times, sl.
13. R18: Ch, (9 sc, sc inc) 6 times, sl.
14. R19: Ch, (9 sc, sc2tog) 6 times, sl.
15. R20: Ch, (4 sc, sc2tog, 4 sc) 6 times, sl.
16. R21: Ch, (7 sc, sc2tog) 6 times, sl.
17. R22: Ch, (2 sc, sc2tog, 2 sc) 8 times, sl.
18. R23: Ch, (3 sc, sc2tog) 8 times, sl.
19. R24: Ch, (sc, sc2tog, sc) 8 times, sl.

How to Crochet the Belly (Make 1)

1. R1: With cream color, ch 1, 8 sc in magic ring, sl.
2. R2: Ch, 8 sc inc, sl.
3. R3: Ch, (sc, sc inc) 8 times, sl.
4. R4: Ch, (sc, sc inc, sc) 8 times, sl.
5. R5: Ch, (3 sc, sc inc) 8 times, sl.

How to Crochet the Hands (Make 2)

1. R1: With cream color, ch, 6 sc in magic ring, sl.
2. R2: Ch, 6 sc inc, sl.
3. R3-5: Ch, 12 sc, sl.
4. R6: Ch, 10 sc, sc2tog (change to brown in last st), sl.
5. R7: Ch, 11 sc, sl.
6. R8: Ch, 9 sc, sc2tog, sl.
7. R9-14: Ch, 10 sc, sl.
8. R15: Ch, 8 sc, sc2tog, sl.
9. R16: Ch, 9 sc, sl.
10. Finishing: Stuff with fiberfill, flatten and fold in half. Join edges together with 4 single crochets. Leave a long tail for sewing.

How to Crochet the Outer Ear (Make 2 - In Brown)

1. R1: Ch, 6 sc in magic ring, sl.
2. R2: Ch, 6 sc inc, sl.
3. R3: Ch, (sc, sc inc) 6 times, sl.
4. R4-8: Ch, 18 sc, sl. Leave long tail for sewing.

How to Crochet the Inner Ear (Make 2 - In Off-white)

1. R1: Ch, 6 sc in magic ring, sl.
2. R2: Ch, 6 sc inc, sl.

How to Crochet the Cheeks (Make 2 - In Off-white)

1. R1: Ch, 6 sc in magic ring, sl.
2. R2: Ch, 6 sc inc, sl. Attach reversed.

How to Crochet the Legs (Make 2)

1. R1: With cream color,ch, 8 sc in magic ring, sl
2. R2: Ch, 8 sc inc, sl.
3. R3: Ch, (sc, sc inc) 8 times, sl.
4. R4-5: Ch, 24 sc, sl.
5. R6: Ch, 6 sc, 6 sc2tog, 6 sc, sl.
6. R7: Ch, 18 sc (change to brown in last sc), sl
7. R8: Ch, 6 sc, 3 (sc inc, sc), 6 sc, sl.
8. R9: Ch, 21 sc (fasten off first leg, continue second leg), sl.

How to Crochet the Body (Make 1)

1. R1: Join legs with ch 3: ch,17 sc (leg 2), ch 3, 21 sc in middle of leg 1, ch,3 sc (other side of chain), 4 sc (leg 2), sl.
2. R2: Ch, (7 sc, sc inc) 6 times, sl.
3. R3-7: Ch, 54 sc, sl.
4. R8: Ch, (11 sc, sc2tog) 3 times, 12 sc, sc2tog, sc, sl.
5. R9-10: Ch, 50 sc, sl.
6. R11: Ch, 4 sc, sc2tog, 10 sc, sc2tog, 11 sc, sc2tog, 10 sc, sc2tog, 7 sc, sl.
7. R12-14: Ch, 46 sc, sl.
8. R15: Ch, (9 sc, sc2tog) 3 times, 10 sc, sc2tog, sc, sl.
9. R16-17: Ch, 42 sc, sl.
10. R18: Ch, (5 sc, sc2tog) 6 times, sl.
11. R19-20: Ch, 36 sc, sl.
12. R21: Ch, (2 sc, sc2tog, 2 sc) 6 times, sl.
13. R22-23: Ch, 30 sc, sl.
14. R24: Ch, (3 sc, sc2tog) 6 times, sl.
15. R25: Ch, 24 sc in BLO, leave long tail for sewing, stuff with fiberfill.

How to Crochet the Scarf (Make 1)

1. R1: In FLO of r24: ch 2, 3 dc in each st around (72 dc), sl.
2. R2: Ch 2, 72 dc inc, sl.

Crochet Tiger Assembly

1. Match and sew the head to the body stitch by stitch, then secure and weave in the ends.
2. Find the center of the head to attach the eyes, spacing them 5 stitches apart. Attach the nose in the center of the row below the eyes. Take the cheek pieces and create irregular French knots on the back using single strand black yarn. Attach them on both sides of the nose. Then embroider the mouth in black yarn at the center of the cheeks. Secure and weave in the ends.
3. Attach the inner ears to the outer ears, then carefully position and sew them securely to both sides of the head.
4. Sew the arms to both sides of the body, then attach the belly piece to the front.
5. Finally, embroider stripes on both sides of the arms, legs, and face. Create a crown pattern on the forehead. Tie off and weave in all ends when finished.

Crochet Tips:

1. When working on your tiger's stripes, weave in yarn ends as you go to keep them secure.
2. Stuff firmly but gradually for a well-shaped body, and make sure your tension stays consistent for professional-looking results.
3. Keep your tension consistent throughout the increases and decreases to maintain a smooth, rounded shape.

Assembly Tips:

1. When assembling your tiger, pin all pieces in place before sewing to ensure proper positioning.
2. Take extra care with facial features placement - they'll give your tiger its personality. Stuff gradually for balanced shaping.