Crochet Glow Worm
Crochet Glow Worm is a delightful craft project that can bring a touch of whimsy to your living space. With its glowing light and soft texture, this little crochet creation is perfect for adding a cozy and magical atmosphere. Whether you're looking to create a unique night light for a child's room or a charming decoration for your own cozy corner, the Crochet Glow Worm is sure to bring a smile to your face. The best part is that it's a fun and creative way to relax and unwind, making it a wonderful hobby for both beginners and experienced crocheters alike. So grab your crochet hook, some yarn, and let your imagination soar as you bring this enchanting creature to life!
Difficulty Level: Easy
Red Heart Yarns used in Patterns:
Glow Worm (green)
Red Heart Kids Beach
Hooks used in Patterns:
F, I and C
Other Materials used in Patterns:
Poly Fill
Stitch Marker
Needle & Thread
Red/Black Embroidery Floss
15mm Suncatcher Eyes
Sm. Piece of White Felt for Eyes
Stitches Used in Patterns:
Single Crochet
Double Crochet
Triple Crochet
Decrease
To make the head/1st ball: use Bright Yellow Yarn to make the head/Glow Worm Yarn to make the 1st ball & F Hook
Ch2
Row 1. 6sc in 2nd st from the hook.
Row 2. 2sc in each st-12sts.
Row 3. 1sc, 2sc in the next st-18sts.
Row 4. 1sc in 2, 2sc in the next st-24sts.
Row 5. 1sc in 3, 2sc in the next st-30sts.
Row 6. 1sc in 4, 2sc in the next st-36sts.
Row 7. 1sc in 5, 2sc in the next st-42sts.
Row 8. 1sc in 6, 2sc in the next st-48sts.
Row 9. 1sc in 48sts
Rows 10-14. repeat row 9 (when making the head add 2 more rows of 48sts)
Place eyes in the 12th row from the top of the head.
Row 15. 1sc in 6sts, dec1sc-42sts.
Row 16. 1sc in 5, dec1sc-36sts.
Row 17. 1sc in 4, dec1sc-30sts.
Row 18. 1sc in 3, dec1sc-24sts.
Row 19. 1sc in 2, dec1sc-18sts.
Stuff
Row 20. 1sc in 1, dec1sc-12sts.
Row 21. dec1sc until closed and FO.
To make the eye lids: with Bright Yellow Yarn & D Hook (make 2)
Ch6
Row 1. wk 1sc in 5sts, FO.
Attach black embroidery floss with a small hook, wk 1sl st or 1sc in the BLO in 5sts, FO.
To make the 2nd ball: with Glow Worm Yarn & F Hook
Repeat rows 1-7 of the head/1st ball
Rows 8-13. 1sc in each st-42sts.
Row 14. 1sc in 5, dec1sc-36sts.
Row 15. 1sc in 4, dec1sc-30sts.
Row 16. 1sc in 3, dec1sc-24sts.
Row 17. 1sc in 2, dec1sc-18sts.
Stuff
Row 18. 1sc in 1, dec1sc-12sts.
Row 19. dec1sc until closed and FO.
To make the 3rd ball: with Glow Worm Yarn & F Hook
Repeat rows 1-5 of the head/1st ball
Row 6. 1sc in 30sts.
Rows 7-12. repeat row 6
Row 13. 1sc in 3, dec1sc-24sts.
Row 14. 1sc in 2, dec1sc-18sts.
Row 15. 1sc in 1, dec1sc-12sts.
Stuff
Row 16. dec1sc until closed and FO.
To make the 4th ball: with Glow Worm Yarn & F Hook
Repeat rows 1-4 of the head/1st ball
Rows 5-11. 1sc in each st-24sts.
Row 12. 1sc in 2, dec1sc-18sts.
Row 13. 1sc in 1, dec1sc-12sts.
Stuff
Row 14. dec1sc until closed and FO.
To make the hat: with Glow Worm Yarn & F Hook
Ch2 (when making the hat you will add 1 or 2sts gradually and randomly in just about every row)
Row 1. 4sc in the 2nd st from the hook.
Row 2. 2sc in each st-8sts.
Row 3. 1sc in 8sts.
Row 4. wk 9sts
Row 5. wk 10sts
Row 6. wk 12sts
Row 7. 1sc in 12sts.
Row 8 wk 14sts
Row 9. 1sc in 14sts.
Row 10. wk 16sts
Row 11. 1sc in 16sts.
Row 12. wk 18sts
Row 13. wk 20sts
Row 14. wk 22 sts
Row 15. wk 24sts
Row 16. wk 26sts
Row 17. wk 27sts
Row 18. wk 28sts
Row 19. wk 29sts
Row 20. wk 31sts
Row 21. wk 33sts
Row 22. wk 35sts
Row 23. wk 37sts
Row 24. wk 39sts
Row 25. wk 41sts
Row 26. wk 43sts
Row 27. wk 45sts
Row 28-31. 1sc in 45sts and FO.
(Optional make a small pom-pom and sew to the end of the hat).
To make the arms: with Glow Worm Yarn & F Hook (make 2)
Ch2
Row 1. wk 7sc in the 2nd st from the hook.
Row 2. 2sc in each st-14sts.
Row 3. 1sc in 14sts
Rows 4-12. repeat row 3
Stuff
Row 13. close the arms by working 1sc through both sides-7sts, ch1 & turn.
Row 14. repeat row 13 and FO.
To make the collar: with Red Heart Kids Yarn in Beach & G Hook
Ch24
Row 1. wk 2dc in 3rd st from the hook, wk 3dc in the next st, repeat all the way across, ch3 & turn-60sts.
Row 2. wk 1dc in each st across and FO.
Attach Glow Worm Yarn with a sl st
Row 3. ch4, sk 2sts, 1sl st in the next st, repeat all the way across and FO.