Simon the Sea Turtle by Carmina Esquivel

Simon the Sea Turtle

Crochet
August 2016
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
3.25 mm (D)
3.5 mm (E)
117 yards (107 m)
US
English
This pattern is available from onesweetlove.net for $6.00.

Level: Easy

Materials:

  • Color A: Bright green (DK) - DK weight yarn for head and legs.

  • Color B: Light olive green (DK) - DK weight yarn for shell.

  • Color C: Yellow (DK) - DK weight yarn for shell.

  • Color D: Dark green (DK) - DK weight yarn for shell.

  • 3.25 mm crochet hook (E) - 3.5 mm (E) also works. Use whatever hook you feel comfortable with as long as the stitches come out tight to prevent the stuffing from coming out.

  • 2 safety eyes - 6mm

  • Yarn Needle

  • Stitch marker

  • Stuffing - Poly-fil or similar

  • Long pins (Optional)

Extra Information
• This pattern is written in US terms.
• Gauge is not crucial for this pattern but tight stitches are desired to result in no stuffing coming out.
• Read the whole pattern before starting your project.
• This pattern follows the amigurumi style, worked in continuous rounds without joining. Do not join or turn unless it is specified otherwise.
• For the legs and head, place stitch marker in first st of row and move it up as you advance.
• The yarns shown are: Hikoo Simplicity (55% merino superwash, 28% acrylic, 17% nylon) in colors: 040-Green apple, 008-Natural olive, 004- Goldfish and 032-First press olive.