How to Crochet Mummy Candy Corn for Halloween
In Halloween, everything should look scary without losing cuteness. So, learn how to crochet these quick and easy mini mummy candy corn amigurumi in 5 color variations, including your favorite orange and yellow candy corn. This is one of the most unique candy corn amigurumi projects presented by Daniel L Designs.
Once you start crocheting one of these mummy candy corns, you won’t resist but crochet all the color combos. Each candy corn has the same pattern for crocheting and features beautiful mummy strips and eyes. These oh-so-cute candy corn amigurumi will make anybody obsessed with them especially when gifted at Halloween.
So, if you are interested in trying these amigurumi Candy corn by yourself, continue reading this post
About the Designer: The designer behind this crochet Halloween project is @danielleldesigns – The cuteness of her crochet amigurumi especially those related to Christmas and Halloween is simply irresistable. She has an ability to focus on even finest details.
Note: In respect for the creator’s pattern rights, there will be no provision of the written pattern. You can watch the tutorial with on-screen written instructions at the end of this post.
Crochet Candy Corn The Mummy Amigurumi Tutorial
Skill Level: Beginners. You will be working in flat rows without any sewing needed, along with switching color at once. The tutorial uses basic crochet stitches (single crochet, chain stitch, slip stitch, increase and decrease, and more).
The instructions are in US. You will also be using the glue for joining the chain stitch strips around the finished amigurumi candy corn.
Tutorial Timing: Approximately 19 minutes. (perfect for learning how little variations and room for creativity allow for crocheting something truly standout. It is great for learning mummy candy corn amigurumi by starting with back-and-forth rows and making an oval.
Personalization Tips: To crochet this amigurumi candy corn in a larger size, consider using plush yarn or worsted weight yarn. Color variations include: purple, blue, sea green, and pink plus grey.
Pattern Type: The on-screen written pattern is available if you find written instructions easy to follow along with.
Supplies Needed
The following are the crochet materials and tools that the tutor suggested for crocheting amigurumi candy corn by yourself:
- Size 1 or 2 yarn / Fine weight yarn, perfect for fine detailing. Use the Milk Cotton yarn.
- 2mm crochet hook
- Needle, stitch marker (Optional)
- 5mm safety eyes
- Poly filling
- Glue
Technique Guide
Learn the following crochet techniques that the tutor uses for crocheting this candy corn in many colors:
- SC (Single Crochet): Insert the hook into a stitch, yarn over, pull through, yarn over again, and pull through both loops.
- Inc (Increase): Crochet 2 single crochets into the same stitch to expand the work.
- Dec (Decrease): Crochet 2 single crochets together by inserting the hook into two consecutive stitches and completing a single crochet.
- St/Sts (Stitch/Stitches)
- Slst (Slip Stitch): Insert the hook into a stitch, yarn over, pull through the stitch, and loop on the hook for joining or finishing.
- R (Round)
- Ch (Chain): Create linked loops by yarn-over and pulling through a loop repeatedly for the foundation row or spacing.
- Join: Use a slip stitch to connect the first and last stitches of a round or piece.
