You know, sometimes the smallest things bring the most joy. I recently came across this delightful tiny mouse crochet pattern, and let me tell you – it tugged at my heartstrings something fierce. Reminded me of those sneaky little critters that’d scuttle across my grandma’s farmhouse floor. Memories!
Crafting this little mouse, it’s almost like holding a piece of the past in your hands. With each stitch, I was whisked away to simpler times – when life was all about chasing after farm mice and giggling about it with my siblings. It’s not just a crochet project, it’s a trip down memory lane. And oh! the satisfaction when the tiny creature comes to life under your fingers, just heartwarming.
If you’re on the hunt for a quick and endearing project, this one’s a winner. The size might be small, but the impact? Huge! A pocket-sized companion or a delightful toy for the kiddos, this mouse is sure to squeak its way into your heart.
Pattern Designer: Pure Home Craft
Materials
3 mm crochet hook
Abbreviations
Mr – magic ring
Sc – single crochet
Inc – increase
Dec – decrease
Body
Rnd 1: 3 sc in MR (3)
Rnd 2: 3 sc (3)
Rnd 3: 3 inc (6)
Rnd 4: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (9)
Rnd 5: (2 sc, inc) x 3 (12)
Rnd 6: (3 sc, inc) x 3 (15)
Rnd 7: (4 sc, inc) x 3 (18)
Rnd 8: 18 sc (18)
Rnd 9: (4 sc, dec) x 3 (15)
Rnd 10: (3 sc, dec) x 3 (12)
Rnd 11: (2 sc, dec) x 3 (9)
Rnd 12: (1 sc, dec) x 3 (6)
Fasten off, close by sewing in front loops only.
Tail
Put your hook in the back, ch 24. Fasten off and weave in the beginning thread.
Ears x 2
Rnd 1: 6 sc in Mr (6)
Rnd 2: 6 inc (12)
Rnd 3: 12 sc
Fasten off, sew at the head. You can sew the ears with the wrong side shown at the outside or by showing the good side. Choose what you like.
Assembly
- Embroider eyes
- Embroider nose
- For a strawberry mouse you embroider the body too.