This Platypus is a friendly little project inspired by one of Australia’s most unique animals. Suitable for beginners, materials and stitch information are listed below.

Materials:

Note: The yarn weights listed are just a guide — feel free to use any yarn you like! Just remember to choose a hook size that suits your yarn.
1x 50g ball of 8ply dark brown yarn
1x 50g ball of 8ply dark grey yarn
1x 50g ball of 8ply light brown yarn
1x scrap of black yarn (optional)
3mm crochet hook
Stuffing
Scissors
Safety eyes
Yarn needle

Abbreviations and stitches you should know:

ch = chain stitch
dc = double crochet
mr = magic ring
dec = decrease
inc = increase
st/ sts = stitch/ stitches
sl st = slip stitch

Measurements:

Note- these measurements are approximate and are based off materials above. If you use a different yarn or hook size, your platypus will still be great, but might be a slightly different size.

Height: 15cm
Width: 11cm