Well, I’ve been at this crocheting game for quite a spell, and every so often, a pattern just takes the cake – and this little mouse pattern is one of ’em! Oh, my heart just flutters when I think of those cute, tiny whiskers and that wee little tail… If you’ve got a hankering to crochet something that’ll make folks say “aww” and tug at their heartstrings, then this pattern is your ticket.
The best part? Even if you’re a newbie to the world of crocheting, you’ll find it’s as easy as pie – with clear steps and tips. I do reckon, by the time you’re done, you’d have created a delightful little companion that could sit snugly in your palm.
Now, don’t get me started on the yarn recommendations… Mmm, they’re just the cherry on top. Opt for soft, pastel hues for a more gentle look, or go bold with vibrant colors – the world’s your oyster! And, hey, it doesn’t hurt that this pattern can be whipped up in no time flat, making it perfect for last-minute gifting.
Have I piqued your interest? Dive in, and let the magic of this little mouse pattern sweep you off your feet…
Designer: Silvi Sunflower
Materials & Tools
- 2.25 mm crochet hook
- Yarn (white, pink)
- Sewing needle
- Scissors
- Safety eyes 4 mm
Abbreviations
Sc – single crochet
St – stitch
Ch – chain
Sl st – slip stitch
Inc – increase
Dec – decrease
Mr – magic ring
Head & Body
Use pink yarn.
Rnd 1: 3 sc in Mr (3)
Rnd 2: 1 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc (4)
Change color to white.
Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 2 (6)
Rnd 4: inc x 6 (12)
Rnd 5: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 6: 1 sc in every st
Insert safety eyes (4 mm) between R6 and R7, with 7 st apart. Make sure that the tip of the nose is pointing upwards.
Rnd 7: (2 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 8-22: 1 sc in every st
Rnd 23: (2 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 24: 1 sc in every st
Stuff the head and the body.
Rnd 25: (1 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 26: 1 sc in every st
Rnd 27: dec x 6 (6)
Fasten off. Cut the thread long enough.
Tail
Use pink yarn.
21 ch, start in the 2nd ch from the crochet hook: 20 sl st
Fasten off.
Ears x2
Us pink yarn.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in Mr (6)
Change color to white.
Rnd 2: (inc) x 6 (12)
Rnd 3: 1 sl st in the first sc
Fasten off. Cut the thread long enough to sew.
Paws x4
Use pink yarn.
Rnd 1: 8 sc in Mr (8)
Rnd 2: 1 sl st in the first sc
Fasten off. Cut the thread long enough to sew.
Assembly
- Sew all the body parts to the mouse.
- Sew the remaining threads.
