The Nutcracker Ballet Finger Puppets by Carla Mitrani

The Nutcracker Ballet Finger Puppets

Crochet
August 2021
2.0 mm
US
English Spanish

Take storytelling time to a whole new level with these Finger Puppets of the Nutcracker. This PDF Booklet (36 pages) brings the instructions for you to crochet Clara, the Nutcracker, a Toy Soldier, the Mouse King, a Snowflake Ballerina and the Sugar Plum Fairy! Plus it also contains a theatre for you to cut out and use during the performances of your puppets!

SKILL LEVEL:
ADVANCED. This is not a very difficult design but it has many details and characters so it needs some time. However I have written it and included photos to guide you throughout the entire process.

FINISHED SIZE:
If crocheted with a 2.00 mm hook, your finished puppets should measure more or less 12 cm.

SKILLS NEEDED:
Magic ring, crocheting in spiral, single crochet, half-double crochet and double crochet stitches, increase and decrease stitches, color changing and ability to sew multiple pieces together. A bit of embroidery too. Popcorn stitch explained in pattern.

MATERIALS:

  • 2.00 mm (US C) crochet hook
  • 100 % cotton yarn for a 2.00 mm hook - Six pairs of safety eyes (6 mm)
  • Tapestry needle
  • Polyfiber fill