This adorable plush dolphin toy was inspired by the baby bottlenose dolphin named Hope that was rescued in Florida five years ago. Hope lives with Winter, the amazing dolphin with the prosthetic tail, at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium in Florida. You can read about Hope’s true story in Dolphin Tale 2. Winter’s incredible and inspiring story can be seen in the first Dolphin Tale. I have always loved dolphins and their gentle nature. Their story is very touching to me.

I designed this toy so that it can lay flat, making it suitable for anyone’s bed or couch.
It is a large and very huggable size.

~ Hope the Dolphin measurements when finished if using similar materials:

21 inches long from nose to tail fins
6 inches from bottom to top fin
3 inches wide from fin to fin

She is firm with super plush stuffing, perfect for cuddles.
She would make a special gift for anyone, especially ocean lovers.
It would be wonderful for anyone who admires the beauty of the ocean and those who live in it.

PATTERN INFORMATION

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner / Intermediate

Stitches used:

single crochet
half double crochet
double crochet
treble crochet
increasing
decreasing
slip stitch

Finished size 21 inches long, 6 inches tall
Materials List:
 H hook
 Approximately 3 ounce of Red Heart super saver or With Love yarn in Heather Grey or color of your choice
 Yarn needle for attaching fins
 One pair of child safety eyes, 12mm
 Polyester fiberfill
 Stitch markers

The best thing about this pattern is that the entire body and upper fin is made in one piece. Only the side fins and small tail fins need to be attached.

If you ever have any questions, please send me a message.

Thank you for looking and happy crocheting!
Heidi