Hello and welcome to my crochet pattern for Topacio la Reinita! La reinita, la reina mora or the Puerto Rican spindalis (Spindalis portoricensis) is one of, if not my favorite bird from my beautiful Puerto Rico. I have always called them by reinita and always squealed gleefully whenever I saw one when I lived in Puerto Rico. I designed this little rendition of the reinita with a lot of care and love, and I hope that you enjoy following this pattern to make your own. Thank you so much for your support.

This pattern is only available in English. It is written in US terminology and uses metric measurements. This is a slightly harder intermediate level 1 pattern. There are various color changes, as well as color changes done during decrease stitches that can be more difficult to complete if you are a beginner. However, I have provided various pictures and detailed instructions to help you make this pattern. You can also find video tutorials on my YouTube page for the more confusing stitches.
My patterns can be found in following difficulties: Beginner level 1, Beginner level 2, Intermediate level 1, Intermediate level 2. Level 1’s are easier than level 2’s.

This pattern was made with Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran in the colorways Pure Black (602) (1 skein), Blood Orange (620) (1 skein), Lime Green (629) (1 skein), Mustard Yellow (624) (1 skein), Stormy Grey (605) (1 skein), Granite Grey (607) (1 skein), and Paper White (601) (1 skein). Exact amounts of the yarn used are also provided in the pattern. You will also need a 3.75mm (F-5) crochet hook, a pair of 6mm doll safety eyes, 5g of fiberfill, yarn needle, stitch markers, pearlized sewing pins, a scissor, and a ruler.

You should be familiar with the following stitches and skills for this pattern:
Basic Stitches: slip knot, slip stitch, chain stitches, single crochet, single crochet increase, single crochet decrease, invisible single crochet decrease, half double crochet, fasting off
Special Crochet Stitches: color change, tie and cut color changing method, surface slip stitches, invisible single crochet decrease with a color change, invisible single crochet three together with a color change
Embroidery Stitches: back stitch, double running stitch
Making a magic ring
Working in the round (spiral)
Making a chain
Working into a foundation chain
Turning and working into turned pieces
Able to keep track of your stitches
Able to keep track of your rows
Counting rows
Able to identify between back and front loops of a stitch
Working into front loops only and back loops only
How to perform a color change
How to secure loose ends from a color change with the tie and cut method
Working color changes into decrease stitches
Using stitch markers to mark and identify stitches
Working into previously marked stitches
Working into stitches of previous rows
Working into different sides of a chain
Working over loose ends
Using a whip stitch to sew pieces onto each other
Weaving in loose ends after sewing pieces together

The average size of the doll is listed below:
Topacio measures 5.4cm from the top of his head to the bottom of his belly. From the tip of his beak to the tip of his longest tail feather, he measures 9.5cm. He measures 4cm across his chest from one side to the other.
Be aware your doll may vary in size from mine. I have been told I have a tight tension when it comes to my stitches.
Note: These measurements were taken with a Topacio made with Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran Yarn and a 3.75mm (F-5) crochet hook.

Any yarn can be used to make this pattern, but if you are unable to find the yarns I used to design this pattern, try to use the same brand and type of yarn for all of the pieces. Keeping the same thickness in the different colored yarns is necessary in order for the finished pieces to be the right sizes and fit properly.
Gauge is not terribly important in amigurumi. However, if you wish to make a similarly sized doll as mine, or if you want to ensure that different types of yarn are of the same thickness, make a gauge swatch to match mine or to test that the different yarns have a similar swatch size. Use the following pattern for your gauge swatch.
R1: 6sc into a mr 6
R2: (sc-inc)x6 12
R3: (sc, sc-inc)x6 18
R4: (2sc, sc-inc)x6 24
R5: (3sc, sc-inc)x6 30
My swatch measured 5cm in diameter with Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran Yarn. If your swatch measures the same as mine (or to each other if you are testing two different types of yarns), our tensions match. Frog the swatch and continue with the pattern. If yours is bigger, repeat R1-R5 with a smaller hook (go down half or one hook size) than the one specified in the pattern, make another swatch, and compare the sizes again. If yours is smaller, make another swatch using a larger hook (go up half or one hook size) than the one specified in the pattern, and compare the sizes again. Do not try to achieve the swatch size by matching my tension, as you will naturally revert back to your normal tension as you continue to crochet. However, it is not crucial that our tensions match for this pattern so do not feel pressured to have the exact same sized swatch as me. Do try to use the same type of yarn for all pieces of this project to minimize any size disparities.

Terms and Conditions
By Purchasing this pattern, you agree to the following terms and conditions. This is an original TonkiCrafts Pattern. This pattern, and all parts derived from it, are protected by copyright laws. You may not use or claim any of the pictures in this pattern as your own. Copying, filming, altering, redistribution or resale of this pattern (or any of its parts) are not allowed. This pattern is intended for personal use only. You may sell dolls made from this pattern as long as they are made by you and not mass-produced. Mass production of this pattern is not allowed. Dolls must be sold one at time. Using this pattern for “preorder” or “made to order” formats is not allowed. When selling your dolls, please credit me as the creator of the pattern. An appropriate way to do so is: “Pattern by TonkiCrafts”. Tagging me or links to my sites are not necessary, but greatly appreciated in your finished products.

All pattern sales are final.

Safety Warnings
I do not recommend the dolls made from this pattern be given to infants, toddlers or young children. This pattern uses doll safety eyes which can pose a choking hazard. This pattern also creates small pieces which may also pose a choking hazard. Always supervise children when playing with dolls made from this pattern.
Though all of the pieces should be securely sewn, always supervise children when playing with this toy as pieces may come loose with enough force and pose a choking hazard.
Use caution when using scissors as they have sharp blades. Keep fingers away from their cutting edges. Use only for their intended purpose and with care.
Sewing pins should be stored in a designated area or pincushion when not in use. Use caution when using pins such as to not prick yourself. Use sewing pins with caution and for their intended purpose.

If you have any questions, please feel free to message me. Thank you for your support!