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Poofs
Pygmy
Puff Crochet Pattern
by Michelle McLaughlin
Poofs
are
very friendly little
monsters that resemble pygmy puffs. They are small and round and
poofy, and they love the company of humans. Always be nice to them
because they do bite if provoked.
Finished dolls measure
approximately 2-1/2” tall (5 cm).
Difficulty: Advanced
beginner – knowledge of working in the round required.
Abbreviations:
ch chain
sc single crochet
sk skip
sl st slip stitch
st stitch
Materials:
Worsted or bulky weight yarn
Crochet hook size D
12mm Safety eyes
Stuffing
Yarn needle
Slicker brush (available in any pet
store)
Which Yarn to Use: Different
yarns will create different lengths and thicknesses of fuzz. If you
use a bulky and slightly fuzzy yarn, there's a good chance you will
get a nice fluffy poof. If you use regular worsted weight
yarn,
your
poof will still be fluffy but not as fluffy like the little purple guy
below. Spun (not braided)
bamboo yarn works well and creates a poof with long and soft
fuzz like the tan one below. Chenille yarn will not work for
this
pattern.
Thick
Fuzzy Yarn
Bamboo
Yarn
Regular Worsted Weight Yarn
like Caron Simply
Soft
Pattern:
Row 1: Begin at top of head and leaving
a long tail, ch. 4. Join with sl st into first st. Work 8 sc into
center ring and around tail. Do not join. Pull tail to close the
hole in the ring, 8 st. Place marker at the beginning of the row.
Row 2: 2 sc in each sc around, 16 st.
Row 3: *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next
sc*, repeat from * to * around, 24 st.
Rows 4-14: 1 sc in each sc around, 24
st. Join with sl st and end.
Begin brushing: Using the
slicker brush, brush from the top of the poof down using quick, short
strokes. Continue brushing from the top down all the way around the
poof, working each area at least 10 strokes. Turn poof around and
work sideways, again brushing in short, quick strokes all the way
around.
Face: Add safety eyes and
facial features at this point. Using
the slicker brush, push fuzz away from eye area. Place eyes 4 sc
apart. Do not brush around eye area until poof is finished so the
eyes do not get scratched.
Bottom:
Row 1: Leaving a long tail, ch 4. Join with sl st in to first st. Work
8 sc into center ring and
around tail. Do not join. Pull tail to close the hole in the ring. 8
st.
Row 2: 2 sc in each sc around, 16 st.
Row 3: *1 sc in next sc, 2 sc in next
sc*, repeat from * to * around. 24 st. Join with sl st and end,
leaving a long tail for sewing.
Finishing: Use the tail to sew
the bottom to the bottom of the body, leaving an approx. 2”
opening
for stuffing. Stuff firmly and finish sewing the body closed. To
hide the yarn end, insert the needle into the body and push up and
through the other side. Pull the yarn tight, and cut it close to the
body. That will hide the yarn end inside the body and prevent it
from coming loose.
Finish brushing:
With the
slicker brush, brush the poof from the bottom up all the
way around. After bottom has reached the poofiness you desire, then
brush the poof from the top all the way to the bottom and style the
fuzz. Be careful when brushing around the eyes.
Enjoy
your Poof!
Looking for more amigurumi patterns? Check out these great
books:
  
Suncatcher
Eyes are hand-painted acrylic
safety craft eyes for amigurumi, dolls,
plush
toys, and bears.
Availability:
Suncatcher Eyes with round pupils are available in the following sizes:
6mm, 7.5mm, 9mm, 10.5mm, 12mm, 15mm, 18mm, 20mm, and 24mm
Suncatcher Eyes with oval pupils are available in the following sizes:
9mm, 12mm, 15mm, and 18mm
Safety warning: Suncatcher Eyes are not for use on items for
children
under age 3 or
who put things in their mouths. Suncatcher Eyes are
not recommended for pet toys.
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