Jack the Hermit Crab Crochet Amigurumi Pattern
What You Get+-
Hermit crabs are usually spotted hanging out in beach-side souvenir shops… but now you can have one that you really cuddle!
This is a digital pattern delivered instantly by email. (If you're not sure what a PDF pattern is, you'll find more info here.)
Size
Jack is 6 inches tall and has a 17 inch wide clawspan when completed with worsted weight yarn.
Want a bigger or smaller cutie? It can be crocheted with any weight yarn!
Tools & Supplies
To complete this pattern, you will need:
- Worsted weight yarn in 3 colors - less than a skein of of each. Sample is made with red, blue, and a tiny bit of white.
- Size H crochet hook (or size appropriate for yarn chosen)
- Polyester stuffing
- 2 12 mm black eyes
- Tapestry needle
- Locking stitch markers
Difficulty
This pattern uses some special shaping. Nothing too hard, but it's best for folks who have made a few amigurumi already.
Skills required:
- single crochet
- increasing
- decreasing
- attaching parts
The pattern contains step-by-step photographs, and you'll find videos at Shiny Happy World teaching all the skills you'll need. You’ll never feel lost or wonder if you're doing it right. :-)