CROCHET PATTERN
Arthur the Acorn Acorns.. those precious little seeds covented by squirrels the world over. But did you know... That the oak tree is America's National Tree? Yes.. it is! And in Germany, the oak tree is considered sacred and the acorn (the seed of the oak) is considered a symbol of good luck! The oak signifies courage and power - standing strong and proud through the ages. Hmm.. You've no doubt heard the ole' proverb : "from little acorns come mighty oaks." Yes, a tiny seed that produces the mighty oak, reminds us that great results can be born of humble beginnings. So, it is my hope that you enjoy Authur the Acorn and when you are feeling a little defeated in life, he can bring a smile back to your face and heart. Want more? Pick up a copy of the book Because of an Acorn at your local library or bookstore to share with your little one! ✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦ | |
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| Skill Level: Easy/Advanced Beginner Measurements: 5.5 inches in height (approx.) Gauge is not critical for this project, however your finished size may vary slightly, depending on materials used and personal crochet style. Materials Used in Model: Red Heart® WW 4-Ply Yarn in 0334 Buff, 0365 Coffee, 0321 Gold*, 0378 Claret*, 0389 Hunter Green*, 0311 White and 0312 Black Size US G/6-4.00mm Crochet Hook Filling for Plushies (fiberfil or similar) Yarn Needle for Sewing |
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| ✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦ General Notes: - This pattern is worked in continuous spiral rounds unless otherwise noted. - This pattern utilizes standard US Crochet Terms. - This pattern utilizes multiple methods to indicate repeats. Remember, [ .. ] indicates the entire Row or Rnd, ( ... ) indicates a smaller repeat within a Row or Rnd & { ... } indicates multiple smaller repeats within a Row or Rnd. - Treble Crochet (TC) Tutorial can be found on the Annie's Attic Website in their Crochet Stitch Guide ✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦ BODY: (Make 1) with Buff, ___ Rnd 1: Using either the [ch 2, begin work in 2nd st from hook] or [magic circle] method to begin project, 6 sc in st (6 sts) ___ Rnd 2: sc in ea st around (6 sts) ___ Rnd 3: [Inc in nxt st] 6 times (12 sts) ___ Rnd 4: [sc in nxt st, Inc in nxt st] 6 times (18 sts) ___ Rnd 5: [sc in nxt st, Inc in nxt st] 9 times (27 sts) ___ Rnd 6: [sc in ea of nxt 8 sts, Inc in nxt st] 3 times (30 sts) ___ Rnd 7: [sc in ea of nxt 9 sts, Inc in nxt st] 3 times (33 sts) ___ Rnd 8: [sc in ea of nxt 10 sts, Inc in nxt st] 3 times (36 sts) ___ Rnds 9-15: sc in ea st around (36 sts/ea rnd) ___ Rnd 16: [sc in ea of nxt 10 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 3 times (33 sts) ___ Rnd 17: [sc in ea of nxt 9 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 3 times (30 sts) ___ Rnd 18: [sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times (24 sts) ___ Rnd 19: [sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times (18 sts) ___ Rnd 20: [sc in nxt st, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times (12 sts) ___ Rnd 21: [Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 6 times (6 sts) Finish off, leaving sufficient tail remaining to weave through the front loops of Rnd 21 to close opening so that no stuffing can escape. CAP: (Make 1) with Coffee, ___ Rnd 1: Using either the [ch 2, begin work in 2nd st from hook] or [magic circle] method to begin project, 9 sc in st (9 sts) At this point, every 2nd st made is going to be a Treble Crochet (although not specifically marked as such) Example: increase in ea st around = 1 sc & 1 tr in same st Alternatively you can just crochet as described for an untextured Cap for your Acorn ___ Rnd 3: [sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, Inc in nxt st] 6 times (24 sts) ___ Rnd 4: [sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, Inc in nxt st] 6 times (30 sts) ___ Rnd 5: sc in ea st around (30 sts) ___ Rnd 6: [sc in ea of nxt 9 sts, Inc in nxt st] 3 times (33 sts) ___ Rnd 7: sc in ea st around (33 sts) Return to just crocheting as written (no Treble Crochet stitches) ___ Rnd 8: [sc in ea of nxt 9 sts, Dec nxt 2 sts tog] 3 times (30 sts) ___ Rnd 9: in BLO, slst in ea st around (36 sts) Finish off, leaving sufficient tail remaining to secure Cap to top of Body. STEM: (Make 1) with Coffee, Chain 6, 2 DC in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in nxt ch, sc in nxt ch, slst in lst ch Finish off, leaving sufficient tail to secure Stem to top of Cap. OAK LEAF: (Make 2) with Choice of Color, (Model uses 3 colors so you can see contrasts) Chain 9, ___ Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in ea of nxt 3 chs, hdc in ea of nxt 3 chs, 5 DC sc in end ch st - turn piece to allow you to work up the other side of original beg chain (as if a flat round), hdc in ea of nxt 3 sts, sc in ea of nxt 3 sts, Inc in nxt st (20 sts) ___ Row 2: slst in nxt st, (sc, hdc) in nxt st, (tr, ch-2, slst) in nxt st, sc in nxt st, (hdc, DC) in nxt st, (DC, TC) in nxt st, (DC, slst) in nxt st, sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, 3 hdc in nxt st, sc in nxt st, slst in nxt st, (slst, DC) in nxt st, (TR, DC) in nxt st, (DC, hdc) in nxt st, sc in nxt st, (slst,ch-2,TC) in nxt st, (hdc, sc) in nxt st, slst in ea of nxt 2 sts (32 sts) Finish off, leaving sufficient tail to secure Oak Leaf to Cap. EYEBALL: (Make 2) with White, ___ Rnd 1: Using either the [ch 2, begin work in 2nd st from hook] or [magic circle] method to begin project, 6 sc in st (6 sts) ___ Rnd 2: 3 sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, sc in ea of nxt 2 sts, 3 sc in nxt st, sc in nxt st (12 sts) PUPIL: (Make 2) with Black, Chain 2, (yarn over, draw up a loop in 2nd ch from hook, yarn over, draw through 2 loops on hook) twice, yarn over, draw through all 3 lps on hook, slst in same st Finish off, leaving sufficient tail to secure Pupil to Eyeball. EYELID: (Make 2) with Buff, Chain 7, slst in 2nd ch from hook, sc in nxt ch, hdc in ea of nxt 2 chs, sc in nxt ch, slst in lst ch (6 sts) Finish off, leaving sufficient tail to secure Eyelid to Body. NOSE: (Make 1) with Buff, Chain 2, (yarn over, draw up a loop in 2nd ch from hook, yarn over, draw through 2 loops on hook) twice, yarn over, draw through all 3 lps on hook, slst in same st Finish off, leaving sufficient tail to secure Nose to Body. ✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦⋆✦ |
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