Caterpillar Stacking Toy by Lindsey Roe

Caterpillar Stacking Toy

Crochet
August 2024
DK (11 wpi) ?
28 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches
in single crochet
3.0 mm
300 - 320 yards (274 - 293 m)
One Size - 11"
US
English
Free Pattern also available for free: info in notes
This pattern is available for $6.50 USD
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Are you ready to take your little one’s learning to the next level while fostering their creativity, imagination and fine motor skills? Then meet Cory the Caterpillar Stacking Toy - an educational stacking rings toy crochet pattern!

Why You’ll Love This Pattern:

⭐️ Educational Fun: Designed as an adorable caterpillar, this crochet pattern offers a world of educational possibilities. Each segment of the caterpillar’s body is a vibrant donut ring that can be stacked and unstacked, teaching young minds about colors, shapes, and hand-eye coordination in a playful and engaging way.

⭐️ Color & Shape Recognition: With colorful rings in various shapes, this toy is the perfect tool for teaching your little learner to identify colors and shapes. From circle to square to triangle, watch as they delight in matching each ring to its corresponding color and shape on the caterpillar’s body.

⭐️ Small Motor Skills & Cognitive Development: As they stack and unstack the rings, your child will also develop small motor skills, as well as cognitive skills such as problem-solving and spatial awareness.

⭐️ Gift the Gift of Learning: Looking for the perfect gift for a baby shower or toddler’s birthday? Handmade with love and packed with educational value, this Cory the Caterpillar will be a hit with both parents and children alike. And you get to experience the sweet reward of watching as they play with something you handmade just for them.

What’s Included:

  • Detailed Instructions: Written in US terms (English only), this 17-page PDF is packed with clear and easy-to-follow steps for creating your own crochet stacking toy.
  • Video Tutorial & Step-by-Step Photos: Helpful visuals to make your crochet journey smooth and enjoyable.
  • Materials List: Everything you need to make your own stacker, from yarn types to crochet hook sizes.
  • Immediate Download: After purchase, your downloadable PDF will be available for you!

SIZE: Using DK weight yarn and a 3.00mm crochet hook, this crochet stacking toy will end up being about 11” long.

SKILL LEVEL: Ambitious beginner - the pattern uses basic stitches, simple stitch patterns & techniques, simple color work and shaping.


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