Platypus Bookmark - a sweet little companion for every book lover. A perfect gift for a teacher, students or a dear friend.

This is a digital crochet pattern file (PDF) containing detailed step by step instructions with process pictures on how to make this cute platypus bookmark. The pattern is written in English, using US terms. If you have any questions you are always welcome to contact me and I’ll gladly help you.

SKILLS

To make this toy you need to have at least beginner crochet skills and be familiar with how to do basic stitches (magic ring, single crochet, chain, increase, invisible decrease, single crochet 2 stitches together). Some of the techniques such as single crochet 2 stitches together, color change and invisible decrease are explained in the pattern.

This bookmark should turn out to be around 10in/25cm long. Please note that the final result of your bookmark may look a little different from the one in the pictures since it depends on your skill level and materials.

MATERIALS

2 mm crochet hook
Sewing needles
Pins
Fiberfill
Scissors
Stitch marker
Yarn (50g – 125m/1.75 oz – 136 yds/DK/Light worsted) in following colors:
Dark brown
Light brown
Embroidery yarn in following colors:
Black
Pink

ABBREVIATIONS

sc – single crochet
inc – increase
dec – invisible decrease
ch – chain
flo – front loops only
blo – back loops only
dc – double crochet
sl – slip stitch
sc2tog – single crochet two stitches together
… – total number of stitches in a row
(…) x – repeat the fragment indicated number of times

COPYRIGHT AND SAFETY

This pattern is created by Ieva Lampickienė - AmiSpells and is protected by international copyright laws. It is intended for personal use only. You may not sell this pattern or share it with others. Finished bookmarks may be sold, however you should refer and credit AmiSpells. In case you are going to sell this bookmark or give it to a small child, make sure you meet the safety requirements and regulations in your country.

Best of luck with your new amigurumi project!