How Can I, A Non Pattern Reading Self Taught Crocheter,Make This Baby Gift?
I’ve been crocheting and knitting for about 5 years (self taught) and have never attempted anything more than scarves, blankets, etc. because patterns confuse me to no end! My dear friend is having a baby boy in a month and they are doing a *monkey* theme for him. I would LOVE to be able to do something spectacular like a crocheted stuffed monkey, but I’m not sure I’m ready for that, lol. Seeing as how patterns make me feel like I’m not only dyslexic, but reading Japanese as well, what do you suggest so I can make *something* for my friend’s son.
This is a link to a pic of what I had in mind…..
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_YQYGbsnPJLg/SsFslIG3Q-I/AAAAAAAAQy0/YzqvOJRNQnM/s400/104.jpg
The bib in the picture would be a tough project for a first stab at reading a pattern. I found a simple pattern for making stuffed animals a long time ago. With a little creativity you could adapt it to a monkey. Make a square with single crochet to the height of the desired toy. Using a yarn needle and matching thread, sew it into a tube shape. Do a running stitch around one end of the tube, pull it tightly closed and tie off. Go 1/3 of the way down the tube and do another running stitch around. Stuff the head with poly-fiber before pulling tight and knotting the thread for the neck. Stuff the body and close the bottom in the same way. Arms, and legs and tail could be simple skinny tubes. Ears might be a challenge but you might be able to get away with felt for ears and mouth. Good luck and have fun!
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