Oh, the wonderment that Star Wars brings! When Grogu (or as the world fondly calls him, Baby Yoda) first fluttered those big ol’ ears on screen, my heart just… melted. And instantly, amidst my clutter of yarn and crochet hooks, an idea sparkled. Why not bring this adorable creature to life, thread by thread?
This pattern isn’t just about crocheting; it’s about capturing that twinkle in Grogu’s eyes, the cheeky tilt of his head, and that inherent, undeniable cuteness. Whenever I hold my crocheted Grogu, it’s almost like feeling the gentle hum of the Force – a calm yet powerful presence. The love and joy I felt crafting him? Indescribable!
So, for all you Star Wars enthusiasts and lovers of all things adorable, this one’s for you. Dive into this journey, and may the yarn be with you. Remember, crafting is more about the journey than the destination. Especially when the journey is in a galaxy far, far away…
Pattern Designer: Toffoletta
Abbreviations
Sc – single crochet
Inc – increase
Dec – decrease
BLO – back loops only
Hdc – half double crochet
Sl st – slip stitch
Head & Body
Starting in green from the head,
Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: 1 inc in each sc around (12)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, 1 inc) x 6 (30)
Rnd 6-8: 30 sc (3 rounds)
Rnd 9: change with brown: 30 sc
Rnd 10: (14 sc, 1 inc) x 2 (32)
Rnd 11: 32 sc (32)
Rnd 12: (7 sc, 1 inc) x 4 (36)
Rnd 13-16: 36 sc (4 rounds)
Place the eyes between rounds 5 and 6.
Rnd 17: in BLO: 36 sc (36)
Rnd 18: (4 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (30)
Rnd 19: (3 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (24)
Rnd 20: (2 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (18)
Stuff the body.
Rnd 21: (1 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 22: 1 dec all around (6)
Collar
Using brown yarn: insert he hook on the back, between round 8 and 9 and make 2 ch.
Moving the hoo into the following sts and make 1 hdc in each st all around.
Ears x2
Using green yarn: 10 sc in magic ring. Fold in half and sew the 2 edges at the base of the ear.