Make your own Dodo! Described by European sailors as slow moving and extremely trusting, the Dodo was endemic to the island of Mauritius until it was wiped out in the 17th Century. The memory of this magnificent bird now stands as a reminder of the power of humanity to destroy species, and our responsibility to help preserve the natural world.

The 39 page pattern includes detailed step-by-step photos and clear written instructions to make an amigurumi-style Dodo. PLUS there is a 16 page printer-friendly TEXT ONLY version at the end of the pattern. This pattern has been fully tested by multiple testers. Includes yarn amounts and hook sizes to make a Dodo using worsted weight yarn.

Recommended for INTERMEDIATE SKILL LEVEL. This pattern uses basic crochet stitches and more complex stitches (detailed in the pattern glossary).

A finished Dodo made using Worsted Weight yarn is approximately 14” long from beak to tail, 14” tall from head to toe, and 6” wide across the hips.

To make a Dodo using Worsted weight yarn you will need:
Body color yarn: 187 yds
Light accent color yarn (legs and beak): 79 yds
Dark accent color yarn (beak tip): 11 yds
Feather color yarn: 33 yds
G (4/4.25mm) crochet hook (or preferred amigurumi hook)
One pair of 15/16mm plastic safety eyes
Poly-fil or other stuffing
3 18-inch pieces of 18-gauge, paper-wrapped floral wire
Darning needle
Stitch markers

PATTERN IN ENGLISH, using US Crochet terminology.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS LISTING IS FOR A PATTERN ONLY, NOT A FINISHED SOFTY.

This listing is for a .PDF PATTERN DOWNLOAD, NOT A PHYSICAL OBJECT. The .pdf will be available for download immediately upon purchase. Due to the nature of this item, REFUNDS CANNOT BE GIVEN.

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