Create a charming, handmade crochet Turtle Amigurumi Pattern Baby Rattle for a unique and thoughtful baby gift. This turtle rattle is not only visually appealing but also serves as an excellent sensory toy for newborn stimulation.

Skill Level: Intermediate and above.

The completed toy stands at approximately 4 1/2” or 11 cm high, provided you use the same weight of yarn and wooden ring.

Materials Required:

• 100% Cotton yarn in a color of your choice (1.75oz/50g approximately 137yds/125m). The original yarn used is “Vita Cotton Lily”. You can also use substitute yarns such as “Scheepjes Catona” or “Schachenmayr Catania”.
• Crochet hooks of 2mm and 2.5mm.
• Wooden ring approximately 2-3” or 60-70mm in diameter (Beech wooden ring is recommended).
• Fiberfill for stuffing.
• Optional: Rattle insert 3/4” or 20mm.
• Tapestry needle and scissors.

Crochet Abbreviations:

• beg: beginning
• ch: chain
• cont: continue
• dec: decrease (sc2tog) (Invisible decreases are recommended)
• inc: increase (2sc in the same stitch)
• rep: repeat
• rnd: round
• sc: single crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• st(s): stitch(es)

Enjoy your crocheting adventure!