Crochet Minion Pillow

The Crochet Minion Pillow is a delightful and adorable home decor piece that brings a touch of Despicable Me charm to any room. Made with bright yellow yarn and intricate crochet stitches, this pillow features the lovable Minion character in a sweet and endearing pose. The soft and cuddly texture makes it perfect for snuggling up on the couch or as a fun addition to a child's bedroom. With its unique design and lovable character, this pillow is sure to delight fans of all ages.

Materials Needed:

• Yellow, blue, black, white, grey, brown, and black yarn (worsted weight)
• 4.0 mm (G) crochet hook
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Large black buttons (for overalls)
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Abbreviations:

• ch: chain
• sl st: slip stitch
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• dec: decrease
• inc: increase

Base Pillow:

1. Front and Back Panels (Make 2):
   • Using yellow yarn, ch 41.
   • Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and each ch across (40 sc).
   • Rows 2-30: ch 1, turn, sc in each sc across.
   • Fasten off and weave in ends.
2. Joining Panels:
   • Place front and back panels together, matching edges.
   • Using yellow yarn, sc around three sides, leaving the top open. Stuff with fiberfill, then sc the top closed.

Overalls:

1. Overall Base:
   • Using blue yarn, ch 41.
   • Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and each ch across (40 sc).
   • Rows 2-10: ch 1, turn, sc in each sc across.
   • Fasten off and weave in ends.
2. Straps (Make 2):
   • Using blue yarn, ch 25.
   • Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and each ch across (24 sc).
   • Fasten off and weave in ends.
3. Pockets (Make 2):
   • Using blue yarn, ch 11.
   • Row 1: sc in second ch from hook and each ch across (10 sc).
   • Rows 2-5: ch 1, turn, sc in each sc across.
   • Fasten off and weave in ends.

Eyes (Make 2):

1. First Eye:
   • Using white yarn, make a magic ring.
   • Round 1: 6 sc in ring.
   • Round 2: inc in each sc around (12 sc).
   • Round 3: (sc, inc) around (18 sc).
   • Round 4: (2 sc, inc) around (24 sc).
   • Round 5: (3 sc, inc) around (30 sc).
   • Change to grey yarn, Round 6: (4 sc, inc) around (36 sc).
   • Fasten off and weave in ends.
2. Second Eye:
   • Repeat the same steps as the first eye.
3. Pupils (Make 2):
   • Using brown yarn, make a magic ring.
   • Round 1: 6 sc in ring.
   • Fasten off and weave in ends.
   • Using black yarn, embroider a small dot in the center for the pupil.

Assembly:

1. Sew the overalls to the front panel of the pillow.
2. Attach the straps and pockets to the overalls.
3. Sew the eyes onto the front panel, positioning them correctly.
4. Sew the pupils onto the eyes.
5. Using black yarn, embroider the mouth and any additional details.