Chipmunk Toy

This toy consists of three parts: the main body, the facial features, and the decorations. First, complete the main body. Then, make the remaining parts.

Note:  When crocheting in rounds, unless otherwise specified, when starting with a single crochet, chain 1 as the turning chain. At the end, join with a slip stitch and pull tight. The turning chain for the single crochet and the slip stitch join do not count as a stitch.

The handcrafted measurements may have an error of 1 to 2 cm. Due to variations in individual tension, the size of the sample is for reference only.
Materials: Susan's FamilyImpression Misty Feather 
4-Ply Combed Cotton & Acrylic Fibre Hand Knitting Yarn 
Hook: 2.00mm / 5#crochet hook

Chart Key

hdc3-puff: half double crochet 3 stitches into the same stitch and crocheted together

Note:
 1. This pattern is making in Chinese crochet pattern terms, and the stitch name is written using American terminology. All measurements in charts are in cm. 
 2. Working in joined round
When crocheting in rounds without further guidance, working in closed rounds, start each round with a set number of beginning chains and close with a slip stitch. The beginning chain preceding a single crochet and the slip stitch used for joining rounds are not included in the total stitches.

Part 1 Main bodyA​

The main body includes the hands, legs, body, tail, and head.

Step 1 HandsA1​ 00' 48'' ​(Part 1) 

The method for making both hands is the same. Start by crocheting the arms. After completing them, use shaping wire to form the hands. The arms are all started with a chain ring. Crochet in rounds counterclockwise from the foundation chain. Please refer to the video demonstrations for more details.

Note: 4 shaping wires for each hand. 2 shaping wires with 20cm long, and 2 shaping wires with 10cm long. Using 07#Sheer Pink of 4-Ply Combed Cotton to wrap.

Step 2 LegsA2​ 16' 29'' ​(Part 1) 

Started by crocheting the legs, then make the feet. Both legs start with a chain ring. Crochet in rounds counterclockwise from the chain ring. After completing one leg, fasten off the yarn. Don’t cut the yarn for the other leg. Then connect the two legs. Please refer to the video demonstrations for more details.

Note: 4 shaping wires for each foot. 2 shaping wires with 13cm long, and 2 shaping wires with 25cm long. Using 07#Sheer Pink of 4-Ply Combed Cotton to wrap.

Step 3 BodyA3​ 22' 39'' ​(Part 1) 

Continue crocheting upwards from the two legs. During the process, you need to add stuffing. And connect the two arms. Please refer to the video demonstrations for more details.

Step 4 TailA4​ 36' 14'' ​(Part 1) 

The tail starts with a magic ring. Crochet in rounds counterclockwise from the ring. During the process, add some stuffing and a shaping wire. Once completed, attach it to the back of the body. Please refer to the video demonstrations for more details.

Step 5 HeadA5​ 46' 47'' ​(Part 1) 

We will start from the chain ring, and crochet in rounds counterclockwise. During the process, you need to change colors and add stuffing. After completion, sew it to the body. Please refer to the video demonstrations for more details.

Part 2 Facial featuresB​

They include the eyes, mouth, nose, and ears.

Step 1 EyesB1​ 00' 35'' ​(Part 2) 

The eyes need to be set into eye sockets first with 25#Whisper White of Impression Misty Feather. Then, glue them into place in the eye sockets. Please refer to the video demonstrations for more details.

Step 2 Mouth and noseB2​ 06' 31'' ​(Part 2) 

The mouth is embroidered with 34#Toffee of 4-Ply Combed Cotton. Before embroidering, you also need to create an indentation with 25#Whisper White of Impression Misty Feather. The nose is a pre-made piece. Simply secure it with glue. Please refer to the video demonstrations for more details.

Step 3 EarsB3​ 15' 56'' ​(Part 2) 

They include both the part 1 and the part 2. Both are started with an adjustable magic ring. Work back and forth. Then, attch them on the body. Please refer to the video demonstrations for more details.

Part 3 DecorationsC​

These include the belly, acorn bag, and patterns.

Step 1 BellyC1​ 25' 03'' ​(Part 2) 

The starting method for the belly is the same as the head. Refer to the chart to complete the belly. Then, attach the belly to the front of the body. Please refer to the video demonstrations for more details.

Step 2 Acorn bagC2​ 25' 58'' ​(Part 2) 

This includes the bag body, the bag cover, and the strap. Both the body and the cover are started with a magic ring. The strap made up by chain stitches and sewn onto the body of the bag. Please refer to the video demonstrations for more details.

Step 3 PatternC3​ 43' 53'' ​(Part 2) 

Make them on the back of the head and body, as well as on the tail. Poking the patterns with felted wool. Please refer to the video demonstrations for more details.