Included in this pattern are instructions and pictures to crochet a palm size Derpy the Frog in both worsted weight and blanket/plush/velvet type yarn. The frog is constructed using the NO-SEW method where pieces are attached by SC in the round. The mouths are embroidered using needle and yarn. All attachable pieces can be stuffed or not stuffed; I’ll leave that up to you! I did not stuff any of the pieces for the examples in this pattern. These creations can be completed in less than an hour.

Hobby Lobby “Baby Bee Adore-a-Ball” yarn was used to make the plush example, which is a chunky size 5 yarn. Hobby Lobby “I Love This Yarn” worsted weight size 4 was used for the other example. Any type or size yarn can be used for this pattern

Finished Size: Plush frog is approximately 3” tall and 4 3/4” wide
Regular yarn frog is approximately 2 1/2” tall and 3 3/4” wide

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate+

Requires basic crocheting/color changing skills and sewing skills for embroidered details.

Pattern is written in US terms.

Pattern is written using the “no-sew” method where pieces are attached in the round. You could also work the pattern without attaching the pieces and sew them on.

Pattern is worked in continuous rounds throughout.

Pattern is made by yarning under rather than yarning over, but please do whatever you are most comfortable with. Note that if choosing to yarn over, the look and size of your finished project may differ from what is pictured.

Abbreviations used:
SC-single crochet
Inc-increase (make 2 single crochet stitches in the same stitch)
Dec-decrease (I use an invisible decrease, but a regular decrease can also be used)
CH-chain
DC-double crochet
HDC-half double crochet
MR-Magic Ring or {CH2 and SC starting number of stitches in 2nd CH from hook}
Sl St-Slip Stitch
FLO-work in front loop only
BLO-work in back loop only
(X sc, inc) x -Repeat the stitches in parentheses x number of times indicated
F/O-fasten off
MATERIALS

Hobby Lobby Adore-a-ball size 5 bulky yarn in colors of choice (3.5oz/100g/92yds)
Similar yarn substitutes include Premier Parfait, Bernat Velvet yarn, any type size 5/6 bulky yarn or any type size 4 yarn

Colors used in this pattern: Hobby Lobby “Adore-a-Ball” in Mint Charm for plush frog and small amount of Hobby Lobby Adore-a-Ball in Pink-a-Boo for tongue. For regular yarn frog, Hobby Lobby “I Love This Yarn” in Limelight, Light Sage, and small amount of “I Love This Yarn” in Pink for the tongue.

Approximate yarn amounts used:
45g/37 yds

NOTE: Final product may differ in appearance and size if choosing to use a yarn substitute. Placement of details may also need to be adjusted from the pattern to achieve desired look depending on yarn and tension.

Small amount of yarn (8” long piece would be sufficient) in desired color for adding
mouth details

H hook (5-5.5mm) if using Adore-a-Ball yarn or similar, bulky 5 weight
G (4-4.5mm) hook for worsted weight yarn

Yarn needle

Scissors

9-12 mm safety eyes

Fiberfill stuffing

Stitch markers