Crochet Cork Ninjas
Looking for a fun and unique crafting idea? Why not try making your own Crochet Cork Ninjas! These little creations are not only adorable but also a great way to add a personal touch to your space. With just a few materials and some creativity, you can bring these tiny warriors to life. Whether you're an experienced crocheter or a beginner looking for a new project, Crochet Cork Ninjas are sure to bring a smile to your face and some ninja magic to your day!
You will need:
Small amount of black yarn.
Grey yarn to embroider throwing stars.
A cork, approx 1.75" (4.5cm) long.
Black permanent marker pen (Sharpie).
4 mm (F) hook.
Abbreviations:
ch = chain
st = stitch or stitches
ss = slip stitch
sc = single crochet (US), double crochet (UK)
BLO = back loop only
FLO = front loop only
FO = fasten off
General instructions:
Work in rounds unless otherwise stated and do not join rounds unless told to. Use a stitch marker to mark the start of a round — a small piece of different coloured yarn placed under the stitch at the start of the round will do. To start a round, you can use the magic ring method, but I prefer (ch2, work 6 sc into 1st ch). If you work the 6 sc over the tail of yarn as well you can use that to pull the hole tight.
Work through both loops of stitches unless otherwise indicated.
Round 1: Ch2, work 6 sc into 1st ch — 6 sc.
Round 2: 2 sc in each sc around — 12 sc.
Round 3: [2 sc in next sc, sc in next 3 sc] 3 times – 15 sc.
Round 4 — 5: (2 rounds) Sc in each sc around — 15 sc.
Ch1, turn.
Row 1: Sc in next 10 sc, ch1, turn — 10 sc.
Row 2: Sc in next 10 sc, ch5.
Round 6: Sc into 1st sc of row 2, sc in next 3 sc, [to make ties: ss in next sc, ch3, ss into 2nd ch from hook, ss in next ch, ss back into original sc] 2 times, sc in next 4 sc, 5 sc over ch5 — 15 st.
Round 7: Sc in each st around (work into 1st ss for each of the ties) — 15 sc.
Round 8 — 12: (5 rounds) Sc in each sc around — 15 sc.
Ss in next sc, FO and weave in end.
Use grey yarn to sew two throwing stars onto body.
Fit over cork and carefully draw face in the gap.