Bilby (amigurumi) by Chrissie Smart

Bilby (amigurumi)

Crochet
March 2018
DK (11 wpi) ?
10 stitches = 2 inches
3.5 mm (E)
55 - 109 yards (50 - 100 m)
UK
English
This pattern is available from etsy.com for AU$8.00.

Materials needed:
50g grey 8-ply yarn
Small amounts of both white & light pink 8-ply yarn
Very small amount of black 8-ply yarn (for small section of tail only)
3.5mm crochet hook
2 x 7.5mm brown plastic safety eyes
Polyester stuffing/fibre fill
Wool needle –for assembling
Stitch marker

The yarns I most often use for my animals are: Panda Magnum 8-ply acrylic, Carnival Yarn 8-ply acrylic or 4Seasons Marvel 8-ply acrylic.

Completed bilby measurements are: 18cm tall (to tip of ears).

Skill level for this pattern: Intermediate.

Pattern contains some illustrative photos where necessary.

Pattern also includes additional step-by-step instructions with photos for making the amigurumi adjustable loop (for a left-handed crocheter).