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Crochet Monster Toy
Creating a crochet monster toy is a delightful and imaginative way to bring a touch of whimsy to your crafting projects. With just a hook, some colorful yarn, and a sprinkle of creativity, you can craft a one-of-a-kind companion that is sure to spark joy in both kids and adults. Whether you choose to design a cuddly monster with big, googly eyes and a goofy smile or opt for a more mischievous-looking creature with quirky tentacles, the possibilities are endless. Customizing your crochet monster toy allows you to infuse your personality into your creation, making each stitch a reflection of your playful spirit. So, grab your yarn and let your imagination run wild as you embark on a monster-making adventure that is as fun to craft as it is to share with others.
Supplies
2.5mm Crochet Hook
1.5mm Crochet Hook (Only use this hook where it is mentioned to use a 1.5 crochet hook)
Worsted Weight Acrylic Yarn (A) Green, (B) Yellow, (C) Brown, (D) Black, (E) Blue, (F) Grey (G) Orange
Black Crochet Thread
Stuffing
Scissors
Needle
Abbreviations
Ch-Chain
Sc-Single Crochet
Inc-Increase
Dec-Decrease
Hdc-Half Double Crochet
Dc-Double Crochet
Fo-Fasten Off
St-Stitch
Finished Size
10.5 inches
Head
Rd1: With (A) do 7sc in a ring (7)
Rd2: Inc x 7 (14)
Rd3: Inc x 14 (28)
Rd4: Sc x 28 (28)
Rd5: [Sc x 3, inc] x 7 (35)
Rd6: [Sc x 4, inc] x 7 (42)
Rd7: [Sc x 5, inc] x 7 (49)
Rd8: Sc in back loop x 49 (49)
Rd9-10: Sc x 49 (49)
Rd11: [Sc x 5, dec] x 7 (42)
Rd12: Sc x 42 (42)
Rd13: [Sc x 4, dec] x 7 (35)
Rd14-24: Sc x 35 (35)
Rd25: Sc x 7, dec x 14 (21)
Rd26: Sc x 7, dec x 7, the hook that is on your stitch now is the back area of your dolls head use this as a guide as to where to place the eyes. You should also be able to see the area of where the chin is, insert your eyes 14 rows down and 5 stitches apart. Stuff work firmly after placing your eyes. (14)
Rd27: Dec x 7 (7)
Rd28: Dec x 3, fo and weave in end (3)
Body
Rd1: With (A) ch10, join (10)
Rd2: Sc x 10 (10)
Rd3: [Sc, inc] x 5 (15)
Rd4: Change to (B) and [sc x 3, inc] x 3, sc x 3 (18)
Rd5: [Sc x 2, inc] x 6 (24)
Rd6-7: Sc x 24 (24)
Rd8: Sc x 9, inc x 5, sc x 10 (29)
Rd9: Sc x 29 (29)
Rd10: Sc x 4, inc x 3, sc x 14, inc x 3, sc x 5 (35)
Rd11-15: Sc x 35 (35)
Rd16: Sc x 15, dec x 2, sc x 7, dec x 2, sc x 5 (31)
Rd17: Sc x 3, this next stitch is the middle of your dolls back change to (C) and sc x 28 (31)
Rd18-24: Sc x 31 (31)
Rd25: Dec x 15, sc (16)
Rd26: Dec x 8 (8)
Rd27: Dec x 4 (4)
Rd28: Dec x 2, fo (2)
Hair
Rd1-8: Work the same as the head with (D)
Rd9: Now you will be starting the little spikes of hair. [Sc x 4, turn, ch, dec, sc, turn, ch, dec, turn, ch, sc, turn, ch, sc x 3 back down the spike of hair. Now you will be working back in the foundation of your work] x 12, sl st in last st and fo
Shirt Collar
Row1: With (B) ch20 (20)
Row2: Turn, ch2, hdc, sc x 17, hdc (19)
Row3-6: Turn, ch2, dc, hdc, sc x 15, hdc, dc (19)
Rd7: Sc around the entire piece, fo
Leg (Make 2)
Rd1: With (C) ch10, join (10)
Rd2-6: Sc x 10 (10)
Rd7: [Sc x 2, inc] x 3, sc (13)
Rd8: Sc in front loop x 13 (13)
Rd9: [Sc, ch3, turn, sc x 2 back down the chains, sc in the next stitch in the foundation of your work] x 5, sc, fo (36)
Leg Continued
Rd1: Roll up pant leg to Rd8 where you single crocheted in the front loops. Insert hook into any one of the back stitches and with (A) sc x 13 (13)
Rd2: [Dec, sc x 2] x 3, sc (10)
Rd3-9: Sc x 10 (10)
Rd10: Now you will be starting the foot. Turn, ch, sc x 4 (4)
Rd11: Turn, ch, sc x 4 (4)
Rd12: Turn, ch, dec x 2 (2)
Rd13-15: Turn, ch, sc x 2, place a stitch marker in the last stitch of Rd15 (2)
Rd16: Do not turn. Sc x 21 around the entire piece to the stitch before the stitch marker (21)
Rd17-18: Sc x 22, fo at the end of Rd18 (22)
Sole (Make 2)
Row1: With (A) ch4 (4)
Row2: Turn, sc x 3 (3)
Row 3-9: Turn, ch, sc x 3, fo at the end of Row9 (3)
Ear (make 2)
Rd1: With (A) do 6sc in a ring, fo (6)
Nose
Row1: With (A) ch 2 (2)
Rd2: Turn, bobble stitch in second chain from your hook, fo (1)
Arm (Make 2)
Rd1: With (A) do 6sc in a ring (6)
Rd2: [Inc, sc x 2] x 2 (8)
Rd3: Sc x 8 (8)
Rd4: Bobble st, sc x 7 (8)
Rd5: Dec, sc x 6 (7)
Rd6-14: Sc x 7 (7)
Rd15: Inc, sc x 6 (8)
Rd16-17: Sc x 8 (8)
Rd18: Change to (B) and sc x 8 (8)
Rd19-21: Sc x 8, fo at the end of Rd21 (8)
Bolt (make 2)
Rd1: With (F) do 6sc in a ring (6)
Rd2: Inc x 6 (12)
Rd3: Sc in back loop x 12 (12)
Rd4: Dec x 6 (6)
Rd5-6: Sc x 6, fo at the end of Rd6 (6)
Bow Tie
Row1: With (D) ch7 (7)
Row2: Turn, sc x 6 (6)
Row 3-4: Turn, ch, sc x 6 (6)
Rd5: Do not turn, sc around the entire piece and fo
Vest
Row1: With (E) ch39 (39)
Row2: Turn, hdc x 38 (38)
Row3-7: Turn, ch, hdc x 38 (38)
Row8: Turn, ch, dec x 3, hdc, ch8, skip 6 stitches, (sc, dec) x 3, hdc x 2, ch8, skip 6 stitches, hdc, dec x 3 (32)
Row9: Turn, ch, dec, sc x 2, sc x 6 in ch8 space, sc x 8, sc x 6 in chain 8 space, sc x 2, dec, fo (26)
Pocket (Make 2)
Row1: With (C) ch5 (5)
Row2: Turn, sc x 4 (4)
Row3: Turn, ch, sc x 4 (4)
Rd4: Do not turn sc around the entire piece, fo
Pumpkin
Rd1: With (G) do 6sc in a ring (6)
Rd2: Inc x 6 (12)
Rd3: [Sc, inc] x 6 (18)
Rd4: [Sc x 2, inc] x 6 (24)
Rd5: [Sc, inc] x 12 (36)
Rd6-7: Sc x 36 (36)
Rd8: [Sc x 6, dec] x 4, sc x 4 (32)
Rd9-11: Sc x 32 (32)
Rd12: [Sc x 5, dec] x 4, sc x 4 (28)
Rd13: Sc x 28 (28)
Rd14: Dec x 14, fo (14)
Handle
Row1: With black crochet thread and a 1.5mm crochet hook ch20 (20)
Row2: Turn, hdc in second ch from hook, hdc x 18, fo (19)
Eye (Make 2)
Row1: With black crochet thread and a 1.5mm crochet hook ch2 (2)
Row2: Turn, inc in second chain from hook (2)
Row3: Turn, ch, inc x 2 (4)
Row4: Turn, ch, sc x 4 (4)
Rd5: Do not turn, sc around the entire piece and fo
Mouth
Row1: With black crochet thread and a 1.5mm crochet hook ch11 (11)
Row2: Turn, sc in second chain from hook, sc x 3, hdc x 3, sc x 3, fo (10)
Patch On Pants
Row1: With light weight brown yarn and a 1.5mm crochet hook ch4 (4)
Row2: Turn, sc x 3 (3)
Row3: Turn, ch, sc x 3 (3)
Rd4: Do not turn, sc around the entire piece, fo
Assembly
Sew the hair onto your dolls head. Use black crochet thread and sew on eyebrows just above the eyes, and a mouth. Sew on little scars. Attach the ears. Stuff the bolts and sew them just above and behind the ears. Make sure your body is stuffed firmly and sew the head onto the body. Sew the collar onto your doll. Stuff the arms and sew them onto your doll. Sew the soles onto the feet. Stuff the legs and sew them onto your doll. Sew the little patch onto the pants. Lift up the collar, and sew on the bow tie. Sew on the eyes and handle onto your pumpkin. Sew the pockets onto your vest. Weave in all ends and trim them.
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