How to Crochet Racoon Amigurumi for Fall
Learn how to crochet a cute and large raccoon amigurumi that can sit on your desktop during fall as a support toy. This is a baby raccoon buddy and possesses a detailed face, perfect for improving your skills. This huggable amigurumi raccoon will be an irresistible gift for little ones. You can complete crocheting within an hour with a quick tutorial from Eny’s crochet.
So, if you are interested in surprising and bringing smiles to a little one around you, continue reading this post for the complete tutorial.
About the Designer: The designer of this crochet racoon dog amigurumi is @Eny’scrochet – her ability that you will notice is to always try a unique twist on the amigurumi themes especially animals and objects without losing the porfessionalism. Her crochet big acorn amigurumi, elephant amigurumi and cat cactus are my favorite examples.
Advertisement - Continue ReadingNote: 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 Raccoon Plush Tutorial
Skill Level: Intermediate. You will need the basic amigurumi stitches like the single crochet, slip stitches, increase and decrease, half-double crochet, and double crochet, plus some basic sewing is also needed. The pattern is written in the US instructions. Color changes are also needed in bulk. The embroidery s not needed at all, thanks to the safety nose.
Tutorial Timing: Approximately 14 minutes only. (perfect for learning all the fundamental amigurumi techniques in one project, especially color-switches in bulk, even sewing techniques.
Personalization Tips: Plush yarn makes this amigurumi for fall so huggable and extra oh-so cute, whether you use the thin or bulky yarn. The complete pattern is covered in 14 minutes, as the legs needed repetition.
Pattern Type: An on-screen written pattern is available if you find written instructions easy to follow along with.
Materials Needed for the Project
Here is the list of crochet materials and tools that the tutor recommended for crocheting this racoon amigurumi:
- 4ply Milk Cotton Soft Yarn
- Size 2mm Crochet Hook
- 7mm Safety Eyes
- 8mm Safety Nose
- Yarn Needle
- Stitch Marker
- Fiberfill for Stuffing
- Glue Gun
What is the best yarn for crocheting this amigurumi?
The best yarn for a crochet raccoon amigurumi is a soft, durable, and lightweight yarn that offers both flexibility and structure for detailed stitching. Milk cotton yarn (4ply) is an excellent choice as it is soft to the touch, easy to work with, and provides the perfect balance of stretch and stability for shaping your raccoon.
This yarn is also gentle for projects like amigurumi, where stuffing and stitching need to stay neat and secure.
Techniques & Guides
Here are the crochet techniques that the tutor uses for crocheting this amigurumi raccoon for beginners to understand the pattern:
- Sc (Single Crochet): Insert hook, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through both loops.
- Inc (Increase): Work two stitches into the same stitch to expand the fabric.
- Dec (Decrease): Crochet two stitches together to reduce width.
- Ch (Chain): Yarn over, pull through the loop on the hook to create a foundation chain.
- Slst (Slip Stitch): Insert hook, yarn over, and pull through the stitch and current loop on the hook.
- Dc (Double Crochet): Yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops twice.
- Hdc (Half Double Crochet): Yarn over, insert hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through all three loops.
