Hey y’all! Just when I thought I’d seen it all, something unexpected and splendid comes my way. Picture this – a crochet star, not the average kind, but one that bursts with personality. This darling star has the most irresistible smiling face. It’s almost like it’s whispering secrets of the universe to me. How whimsical!
Diving into this pattern felt like an adventure in itself. Each stitch made me more connected to this celestial beauty. By the time I was done, I felt a surge of pride looking at that beaming face. My, oh my! This isn’t just a crochet project; it’s a little piece of happiness waiting to adorn your home or bring joy to a loved one.
Now, it’s not often I say this – but this might just be the most captivating crochet creation I’ve come across in a while. Its simplicity combined with that undeniable charm is pure magic. So, dear friends, if you’re in for a treat and a journey among the stars, this is it!
Designer: Chonkies Crochet
Materials & Tools
- 4 mm crochet hook
- Chunky yarn you like
- 12 mm safety eyes
Abbreviations
Mr – magic ring
Sc – single crochet
Inc – increase
Dec – decrease
Ch – chain
Star x2
Rnd 1: 5 sc in magic ring (5)
Rnd 2: (1 inc) x 5 (10)
Rnd 3: (1 sc, inc) x 5 (15)
You’ll now start to make the points of the star.
Rnd 4: 3 sc, 1 ch, turn (3)
Rnd 5: dec, 1 sc, 1 ch, turn (2)
Rnd 6: 2 sc, 1 ch, turn (2)
Rnd 7: dec, 1 ch, turn (1)
Sc down the side of the point of your star until you reach row 3 (the centre circle). Repeat steps 4-8 until your start has 5 points.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing on one of the stars. Add safety eyes and a V shape for a smile to one star shape. Sew together the two starts, stuffing lightly as you go.