A delicious ingredient for soaking up flavours in stews, salads and curries, the aubergine or eggplant is a staple in the kitchen. Now you can have fun making your own woolly version for your crochet garden! Whether you choose to use a natural TOFT colour like Cocoa DK, or a bright Amethyst DK, we know you’ll love a whole basket of aubergines.

Whether you’re looking to crochet your own grocery store, create a still life display or entertain the kids with play food, this crochet kit is so quick and easy, you’ll be well on your way to your five a day! Alexandra’s Garden kits are a range of amigurumi crochet characters that bring to life a collection of much-loved plants, vegetables and flowers, making them perfect for the budding gardener or crafter. With no watering required, the TOFT crochet vegetable range is low maintenance, always in season and guaranteed to brighten up your home all year round!

TOFT’s Alexandra’s Garden vegetable kits all include a printed postcard pattern alongside a downloadable digital copy, lengths of Black and Cream yarn for the eyes and ‘cro-your-own’ packaging. Select a packaging option between a brown paper bag or a jute reusable project bag to keep your latest crochet project inside while it grows. Choose to add a TOFT wooden crochet hook to make it the perfect gift.

YOU WILL NEED: To complete your Aubergine you will need a few added extras including a 3mm crochet hook, toy stuffing and a wool needle. Find everything you need in our haberdashery section.

MEASUREMENTS: When finished your Aubergine will be approximately 32cm tall from feet to top of stalk.

SKILL LEVEL 2: This kit is suitable for enthusiastic beginners or those who have crocheted before.

IT WILL TAKE: approximately 5-10 hours crochet time.