Crochet Baby Turtle Applique Pattern

Create a charming baby turtle applique using the art of crocheting. This adorable design can be used to embellish baby blankets, hats, or clothing items, adding a cute and whimsical touch to any handmade project. By following a simple crochet pattern, you can bring this sweet baby turtle to life with just a few basic stitches and some colorful yarn. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this project is perfect for anyone looking to add a personalized and handmade element to their creations. The crochet baby turtle applique is a fun and creative way to showcase your crocheting skills while also creating a unique and eye-catching design. You can customize the colors and size of the turtle to suit your preferences, making each applique truly one-of-a-kind. This project is a great way to practice different crochet techniques, such as shaping, increasing, and decreasing, while also allowing you to experiment with different yarn textures and colors. Whether you are making the baby turtle applique for yourself or as a gift for a loved one, this charming design is sure to bring a smile to anyone's face.

Supplies

Worsted / Aran yarn / #4 yarn
4mm Crochet hook
Scissors
Sewing needle
12mm Safety eyes
Black tapestry tread

Hook Size

4mm Crochet Hook

Yarn

Weight – Aran / Worsted / #4
Brand – Stylecraft special aran
A – Mint
B – Pink
C – Green
Total: 29 yards

Gauge & Size

Gauge: 2” x 2” = 5 rows of 9 dc
Width: 7.5cm
Height: 11cm

Abbreviations

USA Terminology (U.K. translation)

ch – Chain
dc – Double crochet
2dc – 2 dc in 1 space (increase)
3dc – 3 dc in 1 space (increase)
6dc – 6 dc in 1 space (increase)
hdc – Half double crochet
2hdc – 2 hdc in 1 space (increase)
MR – Magic ring
PC – Popcorn stitch
R – Row/Round
sc – Single crochet
2sc – 2 sc in 1 space (increase)
sl st – Slip stitch
st/sts – Stitch/Stitches

Pattern Notes

Chains and slip stitches are not included in stitch count.
Stitches separated with a comma are to be made in separate spaces. For example, 2sc, sc x 2 would mean 2sc in first space, sc in next space, sc in next stitch
Change colors while completing the previous stitch

Turtle Head

Round 1

Use mint (A) yarn
ch x 5 then start in 3rd ch from the hook
3dc, dc, 6dc
In chains on opposite side: dc, 3dc
sl st to first st & ch x 2

(14 sts)

Round 2

2dc x 3, dc, 2dc x 6, dc, 2dc x 3
sl st to first st, fasten off & leave long tail for sewing

(26 sts)

Turtle Face

Round 1 & 2

Use pink (B) yarn
In a MR, ch x 1 & sc x 6
Fasten off & make another

(6 sts each)

Face Assembly

Attach safety eyes between R1 & R2, 3 st gap between them
Sew cheeks to the sides of the face
Sew a mouth between cheeks

Turtle Body

Round 1

Use pink (B) yarn
In a MR: ch x 2, dc x 12
sl st to first st & ch x 2

(12 sts)

Round 2

2dc x 12
sl st to first st & ch x 1

(24 sts)

Round 3

Work into R2 unless told to work into chains.

Mint (A): PC
Mint (A): PC
Mint (A): ch x 6 then starting in third ch from the hook: PC, sc x 3
Mint (A): ch x 6 then starting in third ch from the hook: PC, sc x 3
Mint (A): sl st to first st & ch x 5

(32 sts)

Row 4 (Tail)

Use mint (A) yarn & start in second ch from the hook
sl st, 2sc, 2hdc, hdc,
sl st to popcorn st on R3, fasten off & weave in ends

(5 sts)

Assembly

Sew the turtles head over R3 of the body, between the arms
Weave in all ends

Summary: Crochet Baby Turtle

This simple yet adorable crochet baby turtle crochet pattern uses aran or worsted weight yarn in greens and pink, it’s perfect for intermediate crocheters as it has popcorn stitches for the little hands and feet. Sew the turtle applique to any of your crochet projects to create a cute sea creature theme in no time.

accessories, easy diy, decor

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