Happy the Hippo by Yarn over with Natasha Smuts

Happy the Hippo

Crochet
March 2025
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
3.5 mm (E)
153 - 164 yards (140 - 150 m)
30cm
US
English
This pattern is available for $4.50 USD
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This is an ENGLISH PDF crochet pattern written in USA term for a crochet Hippo in plush yarn.
LEVEL/SKILL: Intermediate

This is a super easy and fun crochet Hippo pattern for a cute safari-themed nursery.
Most of the parts are crocheted on afterward, the head and body are crocheted in one piece.

With this pattern you can crochet a toy from any yarn weight you have on hand, just adjust your hook- remember the size on the Hippo would then change.

What you will get downloading the pattern:

  • PDF pattern for Happy the Hippo
  • PDF pattern for the crochet eyes

Tools and materials.

  1. Plush yarn 140g Kismet Velvet Plush yarn/ crochet 4ply acrylic yarn for the eyes
  2. Hook 3.5mm for the plush bunny, 2.5mm for the crochet eyes
  3. Stuffing material.
  4. Plastic eyes 18mm optional When using the specified materials, the toy is 30 cm. Please remember, that the size of finished tоy depends on the used material and your crосhеt style. To work, you will need basic crochet skills. The pattern does not contain any crochet tutorials!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me

This pаttern is for personal use only. You may sell the finished product, but I would appreciate if you can tag me on social media if you post this Hippo.

Happy crocheting!
You are most welcome to contact me if you have any questions about the pattern.
I would love to see your finished toy as well. You can tag me on Instagram @Yarnoverwithnatasha