In the summer of 1926, the Sells Floto Circus arrived in my town of Cranbook, BC. As the 14 elephants exited the train, they were spooked by smoke in the air and stampeded through the town. Within hours, most of the animals were captured, but Charlie Ed remained at large for several weeks, living in a forested area near town. When he was recaptured, he was renamed Cranbrook Ed.
Edwina (or Ed, if you like) was created in memory of the legend that was Cranbrook Ed.

Sizes:
About 12” sitting height

Skill Level:
Moderate: Simple stitches, a medium hook and yarn and no gauge makes this a fun beginner project. Mistakes just add character!

Stitch Abbreviations:
Chain (ch)
Single crochet (sc)
Single crochet back loop only (scblo)
Single crochet 2 together (sc2tog)
Slip stitch (sl)
Stitch/stitches (st)

Materials Needed:
4mm (US size G) crochet hook

2 skeins worsted weight yarn in color of your choosing. I used Bernat Premium in Dark Grey and a small amount of Soft Pink for the grey elephant, and Red Heart Polo Stripe for the striped elephant.
Polyester stuffing
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle to weave in ends and sew up
Two ½” safety eyes (or black yarn to embroider eyes, if desired)