Samwise Gamgee by Laurel Duruisseau

Samwise Gamgee

Crochet
August 2022
both are used in this pattern
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
3.5 mm (E)
50 - 100 yards (46 - 91 m)
US
English
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Finished Size: 6 inches tall
Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate 
Skills: crochet, basic hand sewing
Stitches used: adjustable ring, slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, bobble
Language: English, US crochet terms

Samwise Gamgee is a loyal companion and dedicated friend, and perhaps the wisest member of the company. This Sam is made with wired limbs, and kitted out with a satchel, backpack, bedroll, sausage links and cooking pots (perfect for Po-tay-toe stew!)

To complete this project you will need:

Paton’s Astra Light - Apricot

Worsted Weights:
Light Grey
Cream
Dark Grey
Khaki
Light Brown
Medium Brown
Darker Brown
Dark Green

Size E (3.5 mm) crochet hook
Stitch markers
Sewing needle & thread
2 - 8 mm safety eyes
3” Dowel rod (approx 1/4” diameter)
Polyester stuffing
Scrap of medium-brown felt or wool roving
16 gauge wire, found at hardware stores
Yarn needle
Clear-drying craft glue
Scraps of light brown and pink embroidery floss

Polymer clay:
Black/dark grey
Brown