Crochet Leif Carrot

The Crochet Leif Carrot is a delightful and charming accessory that adds a whimsical touch to any space. With its vibrant orange hue and intricate crochet detail, this cute carrot brings a playful and cozy vibe to your home decor. Whether you display it on a shelf, use it as a decorative accent, or give it as a thoughtful gift, the Crochet Leif Carrot is sure to bring smiles and warmth wherever it goes. Its handmade quality and unique design make it a special piece that stands out in any setting. Embrace the joyful spirit of the Crochet Leif Carrot and let its friendly charm brighten up your surroundings!

Materials
Worsted Weight Yarn
I love this yarn – Orange Neon
I love this yarn – Jelly Bean
I love this yarn – White
I love this yarn – Black
Size 18 mm eyes
Size E crochet hook
Polyfiberfill
Large Eye Needle

Abbreviations
SC – Single Crochet
HDC – Half Double Crochet
CH- Chain
FO – Fasten Off
SL ST – Slip Stitch
INC – Make two Single Crochet in Same Stitch
DEC – Single Crochet two stitches together
BLO – Back Loops Only
FLO – Front Loops Only

I spread my increases out so there isn’t a seam on the finished piece. If you do not like this method, you can do regular increases.

CARROT
Carrot is worked in BLOS through this entire portion. He is also started at the bottom.
In Orange Neon, Ch 2
Round 1: 4 SC in 2nd Ch from hook [4].
Round 2: (INC, SC) 2 times [6].
Round 3: SC row [6].
Round 4: (INC, 2 SC) 2 times [8].
Round 5: SC row [8].
Round 6: (INC, 3 SC) 2 times [10].
Round 7: SC row [10].
Round 8: (INC, 4 SC) 2 times [12].
Round 9: SC row [12].
Round 10: (INC, 5 SC) 2 times [14].
Round 11: SC row [14].
Round 12: (INC, 6 SC) 2 times [16].
Rounds 13-14: 2 rows SC [16 per row].
Round 15: (INC, 7 SC) 2 times [18].
Rounds 16-17: 2 rows SC [18 per row].
Round 18: (INC, 8 SC) 2 times [20].
Rounds 19-20: 2 rows SC [20 per row].
Round 21: (INC, 9 SC) 2 times [22].
Rounds 22-23: 2 rows SC [22 per row].
Round 24: (INC, 10 SC) 2 times [24].
Rounds 25-26: 2 rows SC [24 per row].
Round 27: (INC, 11 SC) 2 times [26].
Rounds 28-29: 2 rows SC [26 per row].
Round 30: (INC, 12 SC) 2 times [28].
Rounds 31-32: 2 rows SC [28 per row].
Round 33: (INC, 13 SC) 2 times [30].
Rounds 34-35: 2 rows SC [30 per row].

LEAVES (Make 5)

In Jelly Bean, Ch 2.

Round 1: 6 SC in 2nd chain from hook [6].
Round 2: INC in each stitch [12]
Round 3: (SC, INC) 6 times [18]
Round 4: (SC, INC, SC) 6 times [24]
Rounds 5-6: 2 rows SC [24 stiches in each row]
Fold leaf in half. SC opening together stuffing as you go. [12].
Sew to the top of the Carrot.

EYES Make 2
In White, Ch 2
Round 1: 6 SC in 2nd chain from hook [6].
Round 2: INC in each stitch [12].
Round 3: (SC, INC) 6 times [18]
Rounds 4-6: 3 rows SC [18 stitches per row].
Place eyes in the center and start stuffing.
Round 7: (SC, DEC) 6 times [12].
Round 8: (DEC) 6 times [6].
Fasten off, weave the tail through the last stitches in Round 8 and pull up tight to close.
Sew to the Carrot.
Embroider Eyebrows and a sideways smirk in Black.

One completed Carrot.