How to Crochet A No-Sew Baby Lion Plushie for Kids
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Learn how to crochet an absolutely irresistible crochet baby lion plushie without any sewing with this FEATURED step-by-step tutorial for beginners. This will be a blushing baby lion plushie made using the thin plush yarn that makes it a small desk buddy. You can also crochet it as a pocket pet or bag charm for tote bag. The legs and arms of this little lion plush are made no-sew thanks to the bobble stitch.
Crochet A No-Sew Baby Lion Plushie
Similarly, the brown mane of the lion is also crocheted without sewing by surface-stitching over the finished head made from the bottom up. We will also crochet the muzzle as we go. This is so cute crochet lion plushie and would definitely make a kawaii love present. Continue reading to learn more about this quick Safari project.
Know the designer: The designer behind this crochet lion buddy plushie is @KumoAmu – Hannah’s channel is currently quite new, but her kickstart of festive plushie & no-sew plushies tutorials is out of this world. So, I highly recommend following her!
Crochet Kawaii Lion Plushie Tutorial
The project is a “Kawaii Lion” amigurumi (a small, stuffed crochet toy).
Skill Level
Skill Level: Intermediate
Why this is the case:
Complex Stitches: While it uses basic stitches, it also requires advanced techniques like the Magic Ring, Bobble Stitches (which involve working several incomplete stitches into one), and working in the Front Loop Only (FLO).
Color Changes: The project requires switching yarn colors mid-round (e.g., switching from yellow to white for the muzzle and feet).
Small Scale: Working with a small hook (2.5 mm) and counting stitches accurately in tight rounds can be difficult for beginners.
Detailing: It requires assembly skills, such as embroidering a nose and crocheting a mane directly onto the finished body.
Abbreviations Used (US Terms)
R: Round
ch: Chain
sc: Single crochet
sl st: Slip stitch
dec: Decrease (joining two stitches into one)
inc: Increase (two stitches in the same hole)
BO: Bobble stitch (using 5 double crochets)
4dc BO: Bobble stitch (using 4 double crochets)
dc: Double crochet
FLO: Front loop only
Materials Listed
Chenille Yarn: In yellow, brown, and white colors.
Crochet Hook: size 2.5 mm.
Scissors: For cutting yarn.
Stuffing: Polyester fiberfill to make the toy soft.
Sewing Needle: To hide yarn tails and embroider the nose.
Stitch Markers: To keep track of where each round begins.
Safety Eyes: 6 mm plastic eyes.
Blush: (Used at the end) to add pink color to the cheeks.
Learn Crocheting the Baby Lion Plush with the Tutorial
Written Pattern?
The 28-minute tutorial has all the instructions needed to crochet this plushie.
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