This crochet owl has big round eyes, tweedy fall colors, and tiny pointed ears that make it nearly impossible not to smile. It’s soft, squishy, and just the right size to hold in one hand.

It’s a great pick for a first stuffed project, a quick gift, or a seasonal touch for your mantel, nightstand, or bookshelf. Once you get the hang of the half double crochet stitch, it works up fast. You can finish the whole thing in under 2 hours, which makes it an easy weekend make.