Squirrel Amigurumi by Jennifer Olivarez

Squirrel Amigurumi

Crochet
May 2013
Aran (8 wpi) ?
6 stitches and 6 rows = 1 inch
4.0 mm (G)
Finished size is 3 1/2" tall
US
English
This pattern is available for free.

Make your own squirrel friend! From their super cute faces to bushy faux-fur tails, these tiny squirrels are fun to make and guaranteed to warm your heart.

Finished measurements: 3 1/2” tall (not including the tail)

Materials & Tools
Medium-weight yarn in brown
G-6 (4.00 mm) crochet hook
Yarn needle or tapestry needle
Polyester stuffing
Light-brown felt and thread to match
Sewing needle
Fabric scissors
Brown or black embroidery floss
Chenille needle (or any needle that has a sharp point and an eyehole large neough to accommodate the floss)
Two 1/4” (6 mm) black safety eyes with washers*
Brown faux fur cut to 4” by 6” and brown thread to match
Sewing machine (optional)
Hook-and-loop fasteners cut into two 1” by 1” squares
Note: If you are making this for a child, please embroider the eyes instead.