Crochet Ziggy the Caterpillar

Crochet Ziggy the Caterpillar is a delightful and fun project for any crochet enthusiast looking to add a touch of whimsy to their creations. With his colorful stripes and adorable little legs, Ziggy brings joy and cuteness to anyone who sees him. The pattern is engaging and perfect for both beginners and more experienced crocheters, allowing you to customize Ziggy's colors to fit your own style and personality. Whether you're making him as a gift for a loved one or simply to sprinkle some charm in your home decor, Ziggy the Caterpillar is sure to bring a smile to your face every time you see him. Grab your yarn and hooks, and get ready to craft your very own lovable Ziggy!

YARN

Lion Brand® TRUBOO® (Art. #837)

#156 Mint 1 ball (A)

#178X Maize 1 ball (B)

Crochet hook size: C/2 2.5 mm; 1.90 mm

Black Plastic Safety Eyes (6 mm)

Black Embroidery Floss

Embroidery Needle

Poly Filling

1 Chenille Stem

Caterpillar about 6 in. (15 cm) long.

Apple about 5 in. (12.5 cm) tall.

ch = chain

rep = repeat

rnd(s) = round(s)

sc = single crochet

hdc = half double crochet

dc = double crochet

sl st = slip stitch

st(s) = stitch(es)

FLO = front loop only

BLO = back loop only

Easy

7 sc + 7 rnds = about 1 in. (2.5 cm).

With A and bigger hook.

Rnd 1: 8 sc in a magic ring – 8 sc.

Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around – 16 sc.

Rnd 3: * sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 24 sc.

Rnd 4: Sc in each st around – 24 sc.

Rnd 5: * sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 32 sc.

Rnds 6 - 9: Sc in each st around – 32 sc.

Rnd 10: * sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around – 24 sc.

Rnd 11: working in FLO, * sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 36 sc.

Rnds 12 - 13: Sc in each st around – 36 sc.

Place safety eyes between Rnds 4 and 5, approximately 18 sts apart.

Rnd 14: * sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around – 24 sc.

Rnd 15: working in FLO, * sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 36 sc.

Rnd 16: * sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 42 sc.

Rnd 17: Sc in each st around – 42 sc.

Rnd 18: * sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around – 36 sc.

Rnd 19: * sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around – 24 sc.

Begin stuffing and continue until piece is complete.

Rnd 20: working in FLO, * sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 36 sc.

Rnd 21: * sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 42 sc.

Rnd 22: Sc in each st around – 42 sc.

Rnd 23: * sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around – 36 sc.

Rnd 24: * sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around – 24 sc.

Rnd 25: working in FLO, * sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 36 sc.

Rnd 26: * sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 42 sc.

Rnd 27: Sc in each st around – 42 sc.

Rnd 28: * sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around – 36 sc.

Rnd 29: * sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around – 24 sc.

Rnd 30: working in FLO, * sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 36 sc.

Rnd 31: * sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 42 sc.

Rnd 32: Sc in each st around – 42 sc.

Rnd 33: * sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around – 36 sc.

Rnd 34: * sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around – 24 sc.

Rnd 35: working in FLO, * sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 36 sc.

Rnds 36 - 37: Sc in each st around – 36 sc.

Rnd 38: * sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around – 24 sc.

Rnd 39: working in FLO, * sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 30 sc.

Rnds 40 - 41: Sc in each st around – 30 sc.

Rnd 42: * sc in next st, sc2tog; rep from * around – 20 sc.

Rnd 43: working in FLO, * sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – 24 sc.

Insert chenille stem.

Rnd 44: Sc in each st around – 24 sc.

Rnd 45: * sc in next st, sc2tog; rep from around – 16 sc.

Rnd 46: Sc2tog around – 8 sc.

Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Thread tail through top of sts of last rnd. Pull tail to close opening and knot securely.

With B and bigger hook.

Row 1: 7 sc in a magic ring – 7 sc.

Fasten off and leave a long tail to sew the marks to caterpillar’s Body.

With A and bigger hook.

Row 1: Ch 33, 1 sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook, 1 sl st in each ch along – 32 sl st.

Fasten off and leave a long tail. Sew to feet to the bottom part of the caterpillar’s Body between Rnds 10 and 41, approximately 7 sts apart.

With black embroidery thread and smaller hook.

Row 1: Ch 9, 1 sl st in the 2nd ch from the hook, 1 sl st in each ch along – 8 sl st

Fasten off and leave a long tail. Sew Antennae between Rnds 5 and 7, approximately 7 sts apart.