One of my most requested tutorials - Here's how to make this turtle-ly adorable crochet turtle!
This turtle is simple enough for beginners (Plus I go over all the skills and stitches!) And quick and easy enough for advanced crocheters to work up in roughly an hour!
*FREE WRITTEN PATTERN:* https://www.themaryjay.com/free-patterns/crochet-turtle-pattern
PDF VERSION OF THE WRITTEN PATTERN (on Patreon): https://patreon.com/TheMaryJay?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
If you want to turn it into a pride turtle, you can find the modification guide here: https://www.themaryjay.com/free-patterns/pride-turtle-modification-guide-for-turtle-pattern
This Tutorial Covers:
-Recommended Materials 0:20
*fabric scissors
*yarn needle
*stitch markers
*polyester fiber fill
*7 mm hook
*#6 super bulky blanket yarn (in green and brown OR the colors of your choice)
*18 mm safety eyes ( Please note that safety eyes can be choking hazards and are NOT recommended for crochet plushies made for young children, pets etc. )
-How to Crochet the Shell/Body 0:41
-How to Crochet the Head 32:55
-How to Crochet the Tail 39:53
-How to Crochet the Legs 41:56
-Assembly (sewing on pieces) 44:29
*WHERE TO FIND THE MATERIALS*
Disclaimer: The following links to the materials are affiliate links, which means I'll earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you use it to make a purchase. This is one way that helps support me and lets me continue to make free content for you :) The materials listed are actual materials that I've used!
You can find most of these items in a craft store or on my Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-5d85fa54
Here's where I get my yarn:
-misty jungle green: https://prf.hn/l/XZYGenP
-sand: https://prf.hn/l/3Pz4OeV
*However, I have noticed some changes in the shades since I made this plushie, so the colors may not be exact!
While this tutorial is made for beginners, it's helpful to already be familiar with the following skills:
-Magic Ring/Magic Circle
-Single Crochet
-Increase
-Decrease
-Fasten Off
-Color Change
-Crocheting in Front Loop Only and Back Loop Only
If you need more help with any of the above, here are some helpful tutorials:
- Slow Magic Circle Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4PgvFNZdNjc
- Changing Color Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-S9314n4IY
-5 must-know beginner skills (covers all the skills above except color change and crocheting in front and back loop only): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zm6lTub09lM
To keep the video from running too long, I tried to work at a decent pace, but please don't hesitate to pause or slow down the video under settings if needed.
*Pease do NOT duplicate to distribute or sell the crochet pattern in this video without permission. If you'd like to share this pattern with someone else, please refer them to my actual video or written pattern on my blog! I'm always super grateful when you do! However, please feel free to gift, donate, or sell any finished plushies that you make from any of my patterns given that you give "The Mary Jay" credit for the pattern.*
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