Free crochet turtle pattern in pdf
Certainly! Below is a detailed crochet pattern for making a cute turtle. This pattern assumes you have basic knowledge of crochet stitches such as chain (ch), single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc), slip stitch (sl st), and how to increase and decrease stitches.
Please be aware that the suggested materials provided above are based on the creation of the turtle depicted in the sample photo. You are encouraged to adjust the yarn, eyes, or hook size according to your available supplies or personal preference.
Materials Needed:
- Green yarn (for the turtle shell and body)
- Lighter green or yellow yarn (for the turtle’s underside)
- Black yarn (for the eyes)
- Crochet hook suitable for your yarn weight
- Stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- sl st: slip stitch
- inc: increase (work 2 stitches in the same stitch)
- dec: decrease (work 2 stitches together)
Turtle Shell:
Start with green yarn.
Round 1: Make a magic ring, ch 2 (counts as first dc), work 11 dc into the ring. Pull the ring tight. (12 sts)
Round 2: Ch 2 (counts as first dc), dc in the same stitch, inc in each stitch around. (24 sts)
Round 3: Ch 2 (counts as first dc), dc in the same stitch, dc in the next stitch, inc in the next stitch, (dc in the next stitch, inc in the next stitch) around. (36 sts)
Round 4: Ch 2 (counts as first dc), dc in the same stitch, dc in the next 2 stitches, inc in the next stitch, (dc in the next 2 stitches, inc in the next stitch) around. (48 sts)
Round 5: Ch 2 (counts as first dc), dc in the same stitch, dc in the next 3 stitches, inc in the next stitch, (dc in the next 3 stitches, inc in the next stitch) around. (60 sts)
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Turtle Body:
Continue with green yarn.
Round 1: Make a magic ring, ch 1, work 6 sc into the ring. Pull the ring tight. (6 sts)
Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
Round 3: Sc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
Round 4-6: Repeat Round 3. (12 sts)
Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Turtle Underside:
Use lighter green or yellow yarn.
Round 1: Repeat Rounds 1-6 of the Turtle Body.
Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
Assembly:
- Sew the Turtle Underside to the bottom of the Turtle Body, leaving a small opening for stuffing.
- Stuff the Turtle Body lightly.
- Sew the Turtle Shell on top of the Turtle Body.
- Embroider or attach eyes using black yarn.
Your crochet turtle is complete! Feel free to add any additional details like a mouth or decorations to the shell as desired. Enjoy your cute creation!
Congratulations on completing your turtle! Feel free to share the name you’ve chosen for your new friend in the comments below! If you have any questions or notice any errors in this pattern, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
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