Crochet Starry Night Bat

The Crochet Starry Night Bat is a charming and whimsical creation that is sure to bring a touch of magic to any space. With its intricate details and delicate stitches, this handmade masterpiece is a true work of art. The combination of deep blues and shining silver yarns perfectly captures the essence of a starry night sky, making it a unique and eye-catching addition to your decor. Whether displayed on a shelf or hung as a mobile, this adorable crochet bat is bound to spark joy and delight in all who see it. Its craftsmanship and creativity make it a perfect gift for any bat enthusiast or lover of all things cozy and cute. Add a touch of enchantment to your home with this Crochet Starry Night Bat - a little piece of nocturnal magic that will surely steal your heart.

What You’ll Need:

• 1 260g ball of Bernat Felted yarn in Metal (size 6)
• 1 100g ball of Lion Brand Go For Faux yarn in Galaxy (size 6)
• 1 128g ball of Loops & Threads Impeccable in Chocolate Brown (size 4)
• Scrap of size 4 yarn in a peach colour for the face accents
• 7.00mm crochet hook
• 3.25mm crochet hook
• 12mm safety eyes
• Polyfill (stuffing)
• Stitch Marker
• Scissors
• Sewing Pins
• Darning needle
• Row Counter

Abbreviations:

ch=chain
sc=single crochet
ss=slip stitch
st(s)=stitch(es)
F/O=fasten off
inc=increase
dec=decrease

Gauge:

12 stitches x 12 rows = 4” in single crochet

Pattern:

Body: Starts at the bottom of the body. Use Metal and 7.00mm crochet hook. 1. Ch 2. 6 sc in the first st. Do not join.
2. 2 sc in each st around.
3. *1 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
4. *2 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
5. *3 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
6. *4 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
7. *5 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
8 – 11. Sc in each st around.
12. *5 sc, dec. Repeat from * around.
13. Sc in each st around.
14. *4 sc, dec. Repeat from * around.
Change to fur yarn.
15. Sc in each st around.
16. *3 sc, dec. Repeat from * around.
17. Sc in each st around.
18. *2 sc, dec. Repeat from * around.
19. Sc in each st around.
SS and F/O. Stuff the body with polyfill.

Head:
Use Metal and 7.00mm crochet hook. Starts at the top of the head.
1. Ch 2. 6 sc in the first ch. Do not join.
2. 2 sc in each st around.
3. *1 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
4. *2 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
5. *3 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
6 – 10. Sc in each st around.
Attach safety eyes between rounds 7-8, approximately 4 sts apart. Attach the safety nose between rounds 9-10 just between the eyes.
11. *3 sc, dec. Repeat from * around.
12. *2 sc, dec. Repeat from * around.
Ss and F/O. Leave a long tail to attach the head to the body. Stuff with polyfill.

Ears:
Use fur yarn and 7.00mm crochet hook. Starts at the top tip of the ear. Make two.
1. Ch 2. 4 sc in the first ch. Do not join.
2. 2 sc in each st around.
3 – 7. Sc in each st around.
8. *1 sc, dec. Repeat from * around.
9. Dec around.
Ss and F/O. Do not stuff ears. Take a piece of yarn and attach the widest part of the ear to the very top of the head.

Wings: Start with fur yarn and 7.00mm crochet hook. Make two
1. Ch 7. Sc in the 2nd ch from hook. Sc in each ch across.
2. Ch 1. Turn. Sc in each st across.
3. Ch 1. Turn. Inc. Sc across.
4. Ch 1. Turn. Sc across until last st. Inc.
5. Repeat 3.
6. Repeat 4.
7. Ch 1. Turn. Dec. Sc across.
8. Ch 1. Turn. Sc until the last 2 sts. Dec.
9. Repeat 7.
10. Repeat 8.
11. Ch 1. Turn. Inc. Sc across.
12. Ch 1. Turn. Sc until the last st. Inc.
13. Repeat 11.
14. Repeat 12.
15. Ch 1. Turn. Dec. Sc across.
16. Ch 1. Turn. Sc until last 2 sts. Dec.
17. Repeat 15.
18. Repeat 16.
19. Repeat 15.
20. Repeat 16.
21. Repeat 15.
22. Repeat 16.
23. Ch 1. Turn. Dec.
Change to Metal and continue to use the 7.00mm crochet hook. Sc around the wing once. Ss and F/O. Use Metal to attach the wings to the body.

Feet:
Use Chocolate Brown and 3.25mm crochet hook. Starts at the top of the leg. Worked in rows. Make two.
1. Ch 8. Sc in the 2nd ch from hook. Sc across. Do not turn.
2. Ch 5. Sc in the end ch from hook. Sc across. Do not attach to the end of row 1.
3 - 4. Repeat row 2.
Finish by slip stitching to the end of row 1 and F/O. Attach the foot to the bottom of the body.

Fingers:
Use Chocolate Brown and 3.25mm crochet hook. Worked in rows. Make two.
1. Ch 4. Sc in the 2nd ch from hook. Sc across. Do not turn.
2 - 3. Repeat 1.
Ss and F/O. Attach to the top tip of the wing.