Introducing the Small Crochet Alligator! This cutie is quick to make and full of personality, featuring the option to make him all one color or add a colored tummy in the color of your choosing. Its compact size makes it ideal for using up leftover yarn while creating something irresistibly cute.

Whether you keep it as a miniature plush or attach it to a keychain to carry a bit of handmade happiness wherever you go, this little alligator is sure to bring smiles. With simple shaping and playful details, it’s a fun project that works up quickly and makes a delightful addition to any crochet collection, a gift for someone, or to be sold at craft fairs.

PATTERN INFORMATION

• Your PDF purchase includes written instructions and helpful photographs to aid in construction.
• The pattern is written in English using US crochet terminology.
• The pattern is formatted to have one featured image at the beginning of the pattern for reference, with all other full-sized images at the end for easy, optional printing.

SKILLS NEEDED

• The skill level needed is advanced beginner.
• The techniques you will need to know include chain, single crochet, slip stitch, single crochet increase and decrease, invisible decrease, working in the back bar of the ch, bobble stitch, starting an oval piece with a foundation chain, and the adjustable (magic) ring.

MATERIALS NEEDED (more specifics are noted within the pattern)

• yarn in your choice of colors (about 44 yds/40 m of worsted/aran)
• a size E/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook
• stitch markers
• tapestry needle
• stuffing
• pins
• scissors
• safety eyes
• chopstick to help stuff

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

• Using hook size E/4 (3.5 mm) and worsted yarn, the Small Crochet Alligator measures approx. 3.25 inches (8.25 cm) tall.
• Using hook size 1.50 mm and size 10 crochet thread, the Miniature Small Crochet Alligator measures approx. 1.5 inches (3.5 cm) tall.

THANK YOU
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This pattern, along with many other designs, can be found here on Ravelry and the blog at www.jenhayescreations.com.

COPYRIGHT
This pattern and its photos are the copyright of Jennifer Hayes (Jen Hayes Creations) and are for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not copy, sell, republish, distribute, or translate this pattern and its images in part or whole. You are welcome to sell any finished items produced from this pattern. Please credit Jen Hayes Creations as the designer and include a link to the pattern listing if selling the finished piece online. Thank you.

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