Crochet Peyton the Pineapple Turtle
Crochet Peyton the Pineapple Turtle is a charming and delightful crochet pattern that brings together two adorable creatures in a unique and creative way. This cute creation combines the sweetness of a pineapple with the cuteness of a turtle, resulting in a fun and whimsical character that is sure to bring a smile to anyone's face. With its bright colors and intricate design, Peyton the Pineapple Turtle is a perfect project for crochet enthusiasts looking to add a touch of joy to their crafting repertoire. So grab your yarn and hook, and get ready to embark on a crocheting adventure with Peyton the Pineapple Turtle!
Materials
Yarn: Premier Cotton Sprout (weight 3 – light)
Cardinal (3.5oz / 100g, 210m / 230yds) – 1 skein
Mint (3.5oz / 100g, 210m / 230yds) – 1 skein
Blush (3.5oz / 100g, 210m / 230yds) – 1 skein
Peach (3.5oz / 100g, 210m / 230yds) – 1 skein
Celery (3.5oz / 100g, 210m / 230yds) – 1 skein
Yellow (3.5oz / 100g, 210m / 230yds) – 1 skein
Hook: F/5 – 3.75mm
Honey dippers
Fiberfill
Stitch markers
Crochet thread (black or grey)
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Sizing
Finished Dimensions: ~ 1.50” width x 1.25” height
Abbreviations (US)
st – stitch
sk – skip
sp – space
sl st – slip stitch
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet
tc -treble crochet
sc2tog – single crochet two stitches together
Notes
All pieces worked in the round are continuous.
Main Body
The main body for each pop follows the pattern indicated below. Color details for each specific fake food crochet creature will be outlined in their sections.
Make a magic circle
Round 1: ch 1, sc 12 into the circle (12) *DO NOT* pull the circle closed
*fit the magic circle around the stick of the honey dipper and tighten, slip off stick to continue rounds
Round 2: *sc 1 in the first st, sc 2 in the next st, repeat from * around (18)
Round 3: sc 1 in each st around (18)
Round 4: *sc 1 in the first st, sc 2 in the next st, repeat from * around (27)
Round 5: sc 1 in each st around (27)
Round 6: *sc 1 in the first two sts, sc2 in the next st, repeat from * around (36)
Round 7-8: sc 1 in each st around (36)
Round 9: *sc 1 in the first two sts, sc 2 in the next st, repeat from * around (27)
Round 10: sc 1 in each st around (27)
*insert the honey dipper through the beginning circle and continue
**add eyes on all creatures except the turtle
Round 11: *sc 1 in the first st, sc2tog, repeat from * around (18)
Round 12: sc 1 in each st around (18)
*add stuffing
Round 13: *sc 1 in the first st, sc2tog, repeat from * around (12)
Round 14: sc 1 in each st around (12)
Finish off and use tail to weave end closed and secure
Main body: use Celery through round 2 and Yellow from round 3 to the end
Eyes: insert between rounds 3 and 4 of the head piece on opposite sides of the
head
Head: Round 1 – make a magic circle, sc 12 into the circle (12)
Round 2-5 – sc 1 in each st around (12)
*add the eyes
Round 6: *sc in the first two sts, sc2tog, repeat from * around (9)
Round 7: sc 1 in each st around (9)
*use a long tail to sew the head to the body between rounds 2 and 3 (add sewing between rounds 3 and 4 for more secure hold)
Front flipper: Round 1 – make a magic circle, sc 8 into the circle (8)
Round 2 – sc 1 in the first two sts, dc 1 in the next st, tc in the next
st, finish off (2 sc, 1 dc, 1 tc)
*use a long tail to sew the flipper to the body between rounds 2 and 3 near either side of the head
Hind flipper: Round 1 – make a magic circle, sc 8 into the circle (8)
*use a long tail to sew onto the back sides of the body between rounds 2 and 3
Fruit crown: Row 1 – ch 16, sc in the fifth ch from the hook, *sk 2 ch, sc in the next
ch, repeat from * across (4 ch4-sp, 4 sc)
Row 2 – turn, *[sc 2, ch 2, sc 2] in the ch sp, sl st in the sc of the
previous row, repeat from * across (16 sc, 4 ch2-sp, 4 sl st)
*roll the crown into itself and use a long tail to sew it together; use the same long tail to sew the crown to the top of the body