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Amigurumi Jellyfish Patterns
Like you'd follow a pattern to create the perfect hat or sweater you need a pattern for learning how to crochet the jellyfish. They provide instruction for rows-by-row, so you can be certain that the final item will turn out exactly like the photos.
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Yarn
Choose two shades of worsted weight yarn. Worsted weight is in the middle of the yarn weight scale and ranges from 0 (fine) to seven (jumbo). You should see the word "worsted" on the skein of yarn; if there isn't, search for the 3 or 4.
Yarn Needle
You will need a yarn needle to sew the tentacles on the body of the jellyfish. The needles for knitting are long and blunt and have a big eye to accommodate yarn instead of sewing thread.
Stuffing
For jellyfish to maintain its shape, it will be required to stuff it. It is possible to purchase fiberfill stuffing from a local craft store, or get creative and utilize materials you already have, like cotton balls, fabric scraps or even fabric. To get the best results, try a cluster-style fiber stuffing, which keeps its shape even after washing in the machine.
Eyes for Safety
It's a fun, but optional add-on to your jellyfish the safety eyes add an extra dimension to your jellyfish's face. It will cost you few dollars on the web or at any craft store.
How to Crochet an Jellyfish
Step 1: Begin your body
In the following row, increase each stitch. That is, you will add two single crochets per stitch until you are at the point where you have reached the end of your row. By using this method, you will widen the fabric, this will let you achieve the shape of the jellyfish's head. Continue to follow your pattern until you're ready to change colors.
Step 2: Change Colors
Step 3: Add Details
After the body of your jellyfish is completed, you can add the eyes. Add safety eyes to the back of the piece, spacing them about 10 stitches apart. Attach the eyes using safety washers on the inside and outside.
Step 4: Complete and fill the Jellyfish Body
From this point on, your pattern will begin to signify a succession of decreases until you eventually have a small hole at the base of your jellyfish. Take small bunches of fiberfill and place it inside the jellyfish, forming and shaping the body in the process. By stuffing it a bit, you allows it to stand up to several washes, but don't fill it to the point that your eyes start to bulge.
After the jellyfish has been stuffed properly, proceed with the decreasing rows and close the top. After that, you can weave the tail of the yarn into the body.
Step 5: Add Tentacles
Then, you can create a variety of tentacles: some straight and long, some thick and wavy while others are in a tight spiral. You can make as many as want, and in any design that you prefer. The straight tentacles are fairly easy to make, however to form spirals, crochet in a series of crochets (e.g. 5 half-double crochets) followed by one stitch.
Once your tentacles have been completed, attach them to the body of the jellyfish with the help of a yarn needle.
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