Ahoy, crafty mates! Let’s dive deep into the crochet sea today with this absolutely delightful ‘Little Whale’ pattern. Just threading the first loop makes me feel like a kid again, sailing paper boats in puddles. Gentle as a lullaby, this pattern always brings out memories of soft waves and warm beaches on lovely summer days.
The beauty of this project doesn’t just lie in the adorable end product, but in the journey that takes you there. Trust me, the ease of this pattern doesn’t make it any less intriguing. Whether you’re a skilled crocheter or you’re just dipping your toes into the craft, this little whale promises a splash of joy in every stitch.
So, let’s jump into this ocean of craftiness – I promise you, this ride is smoother than a dolphin’s flip!
Designer: Silvi Sunflower
Materials
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- Yarn (white and white, blue)
- Cotton
- Safety eyes 0.5 mm
Size: 5 cm
Abbreviations
Mr – magic ring
Inc – increase
Dec – decrease
Sc – single crochet
Ch – chain
St – stitch
Dc – double crochet
Rnd – round
Whale
Use blue yarn.
Rnd 1: 6 sc in Mr (6)
Rnd 2: (inc) x 6 (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 6-9: in every st 1 sc
Rnd 11: 11 sc, 1 inc, 1 inc, 1 inc, 16 sc
Only into the outer st
Rnd 12: 6 sc, 4 sc, start in the 3 ch from the hook, 1 dc, 1 dc / in the next st 1 sc, 16 sc, 4 sc, start in the 3 ch from the hook, 1 dc, 1 dc / in the next st 1 sc, 7 sc, 6 ch, start in the 4 ch from the hook, 1 dc, 1 dc, 1 dc, in the next st 1 sc
Use white yarn.
Crochet only into the inner st (leave out the fin)
Rnd 13: 11 sc, 1 dec, 1 dec, 1 dec, 16 sc
Put safety eyes between R8 and R9, 4 st away from the fin.
Rnd 14: (3 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (24)
Rnd 15: (2 sc, 1 dec) x 6 (12)
Stuff the body with cotton.
Rnd 16: dec (9)
Rnd 17: dec, in the last st 1 sl st (5)
Cut all the threads and sew them.