Crochet June The Lady Bug

Crochet June The Lady Bug is a delightful amigurumi project that brings a touch of whimsy to any crocheter's collection. This adorable ladybug pattern is perfect for both beginners and seasoned crocheters alike, with its clear instructions and charming design. The vibrant colors and cute details make June The Lady Bug a joy to create, and once finished, she makes a wonderful gift or a cute addition to your décor. Crocheting this lovable bug is not only relaxing and rewarding but also a fun way to showcase your crafting skills. So grab your crochet hook and some colorful yarn, and let June The Lady Bug bring a smile to your face with her endearing charm!

Materials
Worsted Weight Yarn
I Love This Yarn – Firered
I Love This Yarn – Black
Scraps of White
Size E crochet hook
Polyfiberfill
Large Eye Needle

SC – Single Crochet
DC – 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
Puff Stitch –(Insert the hook in the stitch, yarn over, draw the yarn through the stitch) repeat 2 more times. You should have loops on your hook. Yarn over and draw through all 6 loops on the hook. Push the stitch out.
BLO – Back Loops Only
FLO – Front Loops Only
HDC – Half Double Crochet

Note: Entire project is worked in the round. Use a stitch marker or a scrap piece of yarn to mark the beginning of each row. Then you don’t have to count every row. Do not join unless instructed to.

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.

HEAD (black or contrast color)
Ch 2

Round 1: 4 SC in 2nd CH from hook [4].
Round 2: INC in each stitch around [8].
Round 3: (SC, INC) 4 times [12].
Round 4: (SC, INC, SC) 4 times [16].
Round 5: (3 SC, INC) 4 times [20].
Round 6: (2 SC, INC, 2 SC) 4 times [24].
Rounds 7-11: 5 rows SC [24 stitches per row].
Join with a slip stitch and fasten off.

HEAD (black or contrast color)
Ch 2

Round 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch 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].
Round 5: (3SC, INC) 6 times [30].
Round 6: (2 SC, INC, 2 SC) 6 times [36].
*5 sc, inc* 6 times (42)
*6 sc, inc* 6 times (48)
*7 sc, inc* 6 times (54)
*8 sc, inc* 6 times (60)
*9sc, inc * 6 times (66)
*10 sc, inc* 6 times (72),

Join with slip stitch and fasten off.

Top (red or main color)
1. 6 sc in magic adjustable ring
2. 2 sc in each stitch (12 sc)
3. *1 sc, inc (2 sc in stitch)* 6 times (18 sc)
4. * 2 sc, inc* 6 times (24sc)
5. *3sc, inc* 6 times (30 sc)
6. *4 sc, inc* 6 times (36)
7. *5 sc, inc* 6 times (42)
8. *6 sc, inc* 6 times (48)
9. *7 sc, inc* 6 times (54)
10. *8 sc, inc* 6 times (60)
11. *9sc, inc * 6 times (66)
12. *10 sc, inc* 6 times (72)
13-20 8 rows SC
Single crochet top to bottom stuffing as you go. Leave 12 stitches remaining to single crochet top to head (do not fasten off continue to edging after the head is sewn on) stuff head and sew bottom of head to bottom of ladybug.

Edging: continue working around in main color as follows (Sc chain 2, 2hdc in same stitch) skip 2 stitches repeat around.

Bright Pink with a light blue and the 14 mm eyes.