Porto the Hedgehog

Porto the Hedgehog Crochet Amigurumi Toy

What is Being Made

Porto the Hedgehog is a beginner-friendly crochet amigurumi toy pattern designed by Hyggelig Crafts. This finished stuffed hedgehog measures 13.5cm tall and is suitable for crafters new to amigurumi construction. The pattern includes detailed instructions and a cross-stitch chart for embellishing facial features on the completed toy.

Crochet Techniques Used

This pattern employs fundamental amigurumi techniques accessible to beginners. All pieces are crocheted in continuous rounds, which is the standard construction method for three-dimensional stuffed toys. The pattern utilizes the magic ring technique to begin rounds seamlessly. Increases and decreases are used throughout to shape the hedgehog's body and features, creating dimensional form as the toy is built from the ground up.

Stitches Used

• Chain stitch (Ch) – foundational stitch for starting new sections
• Single crochet (Sc) – primary stitch for building dense fabric in amigurumi construction
• Increase (Inc) – technique for expanding stitches to widen sections
• Decrease (Dec) – technique for reducing stitches to narrow sections and create shaping

Materials Required

Yarn: The pattern calls for DK weight yarn. The designer used Gazzal Organic Baby Cotton (100% cotton, 50g per ball with 115m/125yds yardage). One ball each of Light Blue (color 417) and Violet (color 428) are needed, though any DK yarn may be substituted if gauge is verified before beginning.

Thread: DMC Stranded Cotton embroidery thread is used for facial details in colors 3705, 3865, 740, and 677.

Tools and Notions: A 3.00mm (size C) crochet hook is required to achieve the specified gauge of 22 stitches and 24 rows over 10cm (4 inches). Additional materials include toy stuffing for filling the completed hedgehog, a yarn needle for weaving in ends, an embroidery needle for stitching facial features, and scissors.

Pattern Information

This is a downloadable PDF pattern for personal use only. The pattern is classified as beginner difficulty, making it an excellent introduction to amigurumi toy making. All pattern support inquiries should be directed to hyggelig.crafts@gmail.com. The pattern was created by independent designer Hyggelig Crafts and is protected by copyright.