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Crochet Finlay the Frog

Crochet Finlay the Frog is an adorable amigurumi project that is perfect for both beginners and experienced crocheters. With his big, amiable eyes and cute little feet, Finlay is sure to bring a smile to anyone's face. The pattern is easy to follow, making it a fun and relaxing project to work on. Whether you're crafting Finlay for yourself or as a gift for a friend, this charming frog will quickly become a favorite in your collection. So grab your yarn and hook, and get ready to crochet your way to a whimsical world with Finlay the Frog by your side!

Materials:

(8ply / yarn weight #3 or #4)

  • 30g / 90 yards of green double knit yarn
  • Scraps of white yarn
  • Scraps of red yarn

Hook: 4mm (US size G)

You will also need:

  • Yarn needle
  • Stitch marker
  • 2 x 9mm black safety eyes
  • Polyester toy stuffing

Gauge: 4 dc/sc = 1 inch / 2.5 cm

Size: Finished frog measures = 3.25 inches / 8.3 cm

Abbreviations:

  • st(s) = stitch(es)
  • sp = space
  • sl st = slip stitch
  • ch(s) = chain
  • dc/sc = UK double / US single crochet
  • dc/sc2tog = UK double Crochet / US Single Crochet 2 sts together

Working without joining:

All the parts of the frog are worked without joining using a stitch marker to keep track of the rounds. Place the stitch marker in the top of the first st to mark start of round.

Body:

Rnd 1: With green yarn; either make a magic ring (adjustable ring) to start or ch 2, crochet 6 dc/sc into the ring / 2nd ch from hook, use tail yarn to tighten centre ring closed if necessary (6 sts).

Rnd 2: 2 dc/sc in each st around (12 sts).

Rnd 3: *1 dc/sc in next, 2 dc/sc in next st * repeat from * to * until the end of the rnd (18 sts).

Rnd 4: * 1 dc/sc in next 2 sts, 2 dc/sc in next st, * repeat from * to * until the end of the rnd(24 sts).

Rnd 5: * 1 dc/sc in next 3 sts, 2 dc/sc in next st, * repeat from * to * until the end of the rnd (30 sts).

Rnd 6 – 12: 1 dc/sc in each st around (30 sts).

Rnd 13: * 1 dc/sc in the next 3 sts, 1dc/sc2tog over next 2 sts * repeat from * to * until end of rnd, begin to stuff your frog (24 sts).

Rnd 14: *1 dc/sc in the next 2 sts, 1dc/sc2tog over next 2 sts * repeat from * to * until end of the rnd (18 sts).

Rnd 15: *1 dc/sc in the next st, 1dc/sc2tog over next 2 sts * repeat from * to * until end of the rnd (12 sts).

  • With red yarn embroider a mouth for your frog (over rnds 13-14).
  • Finish off stuffing the body

Rnd 16: *1dc/sc2tog over next 2 sts * repeat from * to * until end of the rnd, cut thread leaving a long tail (6 sts).

  • Using your tail end and using your yarn needle sew the last 6 stitches, finish off and weave in ends.

Eye inner (Make 2):

Rnd 1: With white yarn, either make a magic ring (adjustable ring) to start or ch 2, crochet 6 dc/sc into the ring / 2nd ch from hook (6 sts).

Rnd 2: *1 dc/sc in next 2 sts, 2 dc/sc in next st * repeat from * to * until the end of the rnd (8 sts).

Rnd 3-4: 1 dc/sc in each st around, finish off on the last rnd and weave in ends (8 sts).

Eye outer (Make 2):

Rnd 1: With green yarn, either make a magic ring (adjustable ring) to start or ch 2, crochet 8 dc/sc into the ring / 2nd ch from hook (8 sts).

Rnd 2: *1 dc/sc in next st, 2 dc/sc in next st * repeat from * to * until the end of the rnd (12 sts).

Rnd 3-4: 1 dc/sc in each st around, finish off on the last rnd and weave in ends (12 sts).

  • Secure each safety eye to the middle of the white inner eye.
  • Lightly stuff around the eye stalk and then insert the inner eye into the outer eye and with green yarn sew them securely together.
  • Sew each eye onto the top of your frog body.

Legs (Make 2):

Row 1: With green yarn; ch 11, sl st into second ch from hook and in each st along until end.

  • Sew legs onto each side of your frog with the top part on rnd 9 and the bottom part on rnd 12.

Feet (Make 2):

Rnd 1: With green yarn; ch 6, 1 dc/sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each st along until end (5 sts), then working down the other side of your sts work 1 dc/sc until end (10sts).

Rnd 2 – 4: 1 dc/sc in each st around, sl st to the next st to join but leave a long tail for sewing. (10 sts).

  • Sew the sides of the feet together then sew onto the sides of your frog on rnd 13.

And that’s it! Simple, cute and addictive!

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