Barrold loves rummaging around in the undergrowth looking for food (worms are his favourite). He’s rarely spotted in the daytime but comes out after dark, usually getting up to mischief with his friend, Fraser the fox. He sits just under 8 inches tall (when made with the recommended materials).

The 11 page pattern is intermediate skill level and is available in US and UK terminology – both versions will be available for you to download. It is clear to follow with detailed instructions and lots of pictures for step by step making and assembly. There are also picture instructions for colour change, back loop only and invisible finish.

The following stitches/techniques are used in this pattern:
US Terminology - slip stitch, magic ring, single crochet, double crochet, increase, decrease (sc2tog), colour change, back loop only, invisible finish
UK Terminology - slip stitch, magic ring, double crochet, treble, increase, decrease (dc2tog), colour change, back loop only, invisible finish

Recommended Materials:

• Yarn: I have made Barrold using Scheepjes Stone Washed XL (Aran/worsted weight yarn) - colour and weight details in pattern
• Hook: 4mm (G) crochet hook (a 6mm (J) hook is also needed for the tail)
• Stuffing: I use polyester filling
• Safety eyes: I have used 15mm plastic safety eyes
• Yarn needle
• Pins
• (A stitch marker and row counter are useful)

(This pattern is for personal use only, not to be resold or rewritten in any way. I am happy for you to sell the finished toy, but please credit the design to me.)

Pattern Language: English