Crochet Adorable Fruit Bat

Crocheting an adorable fruit bat can be a thrilling and rewarding project for any crafting enthusiast! With its charming design and unique features, this cuddly creation is sure to capture your heart. From selecting the perfect yarn colors to carefully shaping each wing and ear, every step in the process allows you to imbue your creation with your own personal touch and creativity. As you work on this delightful project, you'll find yourself immersed in a world of warmth and joy, where even the simplest of stitches can bring a smile to your face. So gather your yarn and crochet hook, and get ready to bring this lovable fruit bat to life – your new favorite companion in the world of handmade crafts!

What You’ll Need:

• 1 ball of Craftsmart Value Neon Yarn in Neon Yellow

• 1 ball of Bernat Premium Yarn in Grand Purple/1 ball of Craftsmart Value Yarn in Light Coral/1 ball of Bernat Premium Yarn in Iced Aqua
• 4.00mm Crochet Hook
• Safety Eyes and Safety Noses
• Polyfill (stuffing)
• Scissors
• Stitch Marker
• Sewing Pins
• Darning Needle
• Row Counter

Abbreviations:

ch=chain
sc=single crochet
ss=slip stitch
st(s)=stitch(es)
F/O=fasten off
inc=increase
dec=decrease

Gauge:

16 stitches x 16 rows = 4” in single crochet

Pattern:

Body:
Use purple/coral/aqua
1. Ch 2. 6 sc in the first st. Do not join.
2. 2 sc in each st around.
3. *1 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
4. *2 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
5. *3 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
6. *4 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
7. *5 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
8 – 11. Sc in each st around.
12. *5 sc, dec. Repeat from * around.
13. Sc in each st around.
14. *4 sc, dec. Repeat from * around.
15. Sc in each st around.
16. *3 sc, dec. Repeat from * around.
17. Sc in each st around.
18. *2 sc, dec. Repeat from * around.
19. Sc in each st around.
SS and F/O. Stuff the body with polyfill.

Head:
Use purple/coral/aqua
1. Ch 2. 6 sc in the first ch. Do not join.
2. 2 sc in each st around.
3. *1 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
4. *2 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
5. *3 sc, inc. Repeat from * around.
6 – 10. Sc in each st around.
Attach safety eyes between rounds 7-8, approximately 4 sts apart. Attach the safety nose between rounds 9-10 just between the eyes.
11. *3 sc, dec. Repeat from * around.
12. *2 sc, dec. Repeat from * around.
Ss and F/O. Leave a long tail to attach the head to the body. Stuff with polyfill.

Ears:
Use purple/coral/aqua. Make two.
1. Ch 2. 4 sc in the first ch. Do not join.
2. 2 sc in each st around.
3 – 7. Sc in each st around.
8. *1 sc, dec. Repeat from * around.
9. Dec around.
Ss and F/O. Do not stuff ears. Take a piece of yarn and attach the widest part of the ear to the very top of the head.

Wings: Start with neon yellow. Make two. Crocheted in rows.
1. Ch 7. Sc in the 2nd ch from hook. Sc in each ch across.
2. Ch 1. Turn. Sc in each st across.
3. Ch 1. Turn. Inc. Sc across.
4. Ch 1. Turn. Sc across until last st. Inc.
5. Repeat 3.
6. Repeat 4.
7. Ch 1. Turn. Dec. Sc across.
8. Ch 1. Turn. Sc until the last 2 sts. Dec.
9. Repeat 7.
10. Repeat 8.
11. Ch 1. Turn. Inc. Sc across.
12. Ch 1. Turn. Sc until the last st. Inc.
13. Repeat 11.
14. Repeat 12.
15. Ch 1. Turn. Dec. Sc across.
16. Ch 1. Turn. Sc until last 2 sts. Dec.
17. Repeat 15.
18. Repeat 16.
19. Repeat 15.
20. Repeat 16.
21. Repeat 15.
22. Repeat 16.
23. Ch 1. Turn. Dec.
Sc around the edging. Change to purple/coral/aqua when you get to the top/long flat edge and sc across. Ss and F/O. Use neon yellow yarn to attach wings to the body.