Ferdinand the Piñata by Dee Espericueta

Ferdinand the Piñata

Crochet
January 2023
yarn held together
Thread
+ Fingering
= Sport (12 wpi) ?
1.5 mm
US
English
This pattern is available from etsy.com for $4.99.

PDF Crochet pattern for functioning, re-usable Ferdinand piñata. Pattern is complete with glossary, tips, and step-by-step photos. Pattern is written with both options for a closed piñata and a latched stomach to stuff with goodies. This functioning piñata is a perfect gift itself or can be used as the container for tiny presents.

Materials: 20 grams of cotton thread (five different colors), size 8m
2 safety eyes (1 cm diameter)
1 wooden button (1 cm diameter)
Black thread for facial details
60 grams White yarn, fingering weight
Crochet hook- size 1.50mm
Yarn needle

Stitches used:
Magic Ring
Sc: single crochet
Ch: chain
St: stitch
Sl: slip stitch
Lsc: long single crochet
Sc2tog: single crochet two stitches together
Hdc: half double crochet
Dc: double crochet
BPSC: back post single crochet

Finished Size:
Tip of ear to tip of toe: 7inches (does not include tassel length)
Shoulder to shoulder: 2.5inches
Nose to butt: 4.75inches