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Crochet Adorable Pikachu

Leyla
Leyla
2024-08-15 06:56:44
Crochet Adorable Pikachu

Crocheting an adorable Pikachu can be such a delightful and heartwarming activity! The vibrant yellow yarn and cute little details make creating this beloved character a fun and creative endeavor. From the rosy cheeks to the signature pointy ears, every stitch brings this iconic Pokémon to life in the most charming way. Plus, the satisfaction of seeing your finished crochet Pikachu smiling back at you is simply priceless! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crocheter, this project is sure to bring a smile to your face and a sense of accomplishment to your crafty heart. So grab your crochet hook and let's spread some Pikachu cheer together!

Size: approximately 4” - 5”

(depending on yarn brand)

Materials:
-3.0mm hook
-#4 worsted weight yarn in yellow and black
-Polyfil
-(2) black safety eyes
-black and red floss yarn or puff paint for the facial features
-tapestry needle

U.S. Stitch Abbreviations:

Ch: chain
MR: magic ring
St: stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: single crochet
SC2tog: single crochet 2 stitches together (decreases)
Rep: repeat
FO: fasten off

Note: the pattern is worked in the round; use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch of each new round and move stitch marker up accordingly

Directions:

Head
1. With yellow, 6 SC into MR. (6)
2. 2 SC in each st around. (12)
3. 1 SC in first st, 2 SC in next st. Rep around. (18)
4. 1 SC in first 2 st, 2 SC in next st. Rep around. (24)

5. 1 SC in first 3 st, 2 SC in next st. Rep around. (30)
6-9. 1 SC in each st around. (30)
10. 1 SC in first 3 st, SC2tog. Rep around. (24)
11. 1 SC in first 2 st, SC2tog. Rep around. (18)
12. 1 SC in first st, SC2tog. Rep around. (12)

Add eyes at Round 6. Leave 5 st between the eyes. Use the tapestry needle and add the nose, mouth, tongue and cheeks. Optional: use puff paint for the cheeks and tongue.

Body:

13. 1 SC in each st around. (12)
14. 1 SC in first 3 st, 2 SC in next st. Rep around. (15)
15. 1 SC in first 4 st, 2 SC in next st. Rep around. (18)
16-17. 1 SC in each st around. (18)
18. 1 SC in first 2 st, 2 SC in next st. Rep around. (24)
19-21. 1 SC in each st around. (24)
22. 1 SC in first 2 st, SC2tog. Rep around. (18)
23. 1 SC in first st, SC2tog. Rep around. (12)

Firmly stuff.

24. SC2tog 6 times. FO and leave a tail for closing up. Weave ends. (6)
Ears (make 2):
1. With black yarn, 6 SC into MR. (6)
2. 1 SC in each st around. FO black yarn. (6)
3. Join yellow yarn, 1 SC in each st around. (6)
4-5. 1 SC in each st around. (6)
6. 1 SC in each st around. FO and leave a tail for attaching at Rounds 4-5.

Arms/Legs (make 4):

1. With yellow, 6 SC into MR. (6)
2. 1 SC in each st around. (6)
3. 1 SC in each st around. Sl st join to the first st and FO. Leave tail for attaching. 

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2024-08-15 06:56:44
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