Small Animal Collection: Giraffe by Jen Hayes

Small Animal Collection: Giraffe

Crochet
December 2018
Aran (8 wpi) ?
3.5 mm (E)
US
English
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This giraffe pattern is part of a collection of smaller sized amigurumi animals that I will continue to add to called the Small Animal Collection. Enjoy!

Materials:
Crochet Hook, Size E/4 (3.5mm)
Stitch Marker(s)
Scissors
Stuffing
Tapestry needle
Pins
Safety eyes (optional-9mm)
Pet Slicker Brush (optional, for brushing tail)
Chopstick, dowel, or something similar to help with stuffing small parts
Red Heart Super Saver worsted 4-Medium 100% acrylic, 364 yds/333m, 7 oz/198g):

  • Yellow & Brown Giraffe: Color (A) Cornmeal, 1 skein, Color (B) Cafe Latte, 1 skein, Color (C) Black, scrap piece, Color (D) Soft White, scrap piece.
  • White & Purple Giraffe: Color (A) Aran, 1 skein, Color (B) Pale Plum, 1 skein, Color (C) Black, scrap piece, Color (D) Soft White, scrap piece.
  • Blue on Blue Giraffe: Color (A) Light Periwinkle, 1 skein, Color (B) Windsor Blue, 1 skein, Color (C) Black, scrap piece, Color (D) Soft White, scrap piece.

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
bo - bobble
ch – Chain
Rnd(s) – Round(s)
Rows – Rows
sc – Single crochet
sc2tog – Single crochet 2 stitches together (decrease)
sl st – Slip stitch
st(s) – Stitch(s)
– Work instructions between brackets as many times as directed
magic circle/adjustable ring

Finished Measurements:
Using Crochet Hook: Size E/4 (3.5mm) from the base to top of the horns, approximately 7.5 inches (19cm)