Babineaux the Owlcat by Hooked by Kati

Babineaux the Owlcat

Crochet
April 2021
both are used in this pattern
Aran (8 wpi) ?
8 stitches and 8 rows = 2 inches
in sc
4.0 mm (G)
400 - 500 yards (366 - 457 m)
US
English
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This is a PATTERN for crochet only, designed to help you make your very own Babineaux the Owlcat.

All patterns are written in English, in US terms, using Craft Yarn Council abbreviations.

Sophisticated and wise, but also adorable and demanding snuggles. Babineaux is both owl and kitty cat! He’s a wonderful friend for lovers of fantasy or just those who love their know-it-all kitty.

Babineaux the Owlcat pattern 2.0 is designed to be easy to read. Whether you are a confident beginner or an expert plushy artist, this pattern come equipped with everything you need to succeed. When you are finished with your project you will have learned new and useful skills for your art form and created a beautiful piece to cherish.

Updated Premium Patterns now include checkboxes to keep you on track and organized, color coding when needed, and helpful tutorial photos right where you need them (and none where you don’t).

Confident you can do it without helpful photos or checkboxes? This pattern is also available for free in a text-only format (not downloadable) at www.hookedbykati.com.
You Need to Know: chains (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), back loops only (BLO), front loops only (FLO), increases and decreases, mattress stitch sewing. Be eager to learn and ready to have fun!
For a quick refresher of these basic skills, go to www.hookedbykati.com/basics
You Will Practice Advanced Techniques:
How to use pins to perfectly place and attach amigurumi parts
How to merge and branch parts with several branches
How to make a tripod style seated animal
How to make no-sew feathers integrated right into the amigurumi
Supplies
Red Heart With Love yarn, 100% acrylic, worsted weight, 370 yds/7 oz/198 g, Light Grey (GREY), 1 ball; Dusty Grape (DUST), < 1 ball; Pewter, (PEW), < 1 ball.
Red Heart Super Saver yarn, 100% acrylic, worsted weight, 364 yds/7 oz/198 g, Gold (GOLD), < 1 ball.
G (4.00 mm) hook
Two 25mm colored slit-pupil safety eyes
Polyfil stuffing
Tapestry needle
Straight pins
Measurements
13” tall x 7” wide, 11” wing span

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All my patterns come with unlimited help from me. If you run into a snag, drop me a line! I respond quickly and will help any way I can to clarify any confusion or challenging stitches.

A selection of free patterns, tutorials, and fun crochet articles can also be found at www.hookedbykati.com