Product Description
Who wouldn’t fall in love with this adorable little monster? He’s small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, and he’s quick and easy to crochet!
Ro is 3" tall when completed with worsted weight yarn! And because he’s so tiny, he doesn’t take very long to make… you could have a whole flock (what are a group of monsters called, anyway?) in an evening!
Do you love the teeny tiny one in the photo? That's Ro crocheted with a lace weight yarn! He's 1" tall!
Want a bigger or smaller monster? Ro can be crocheted with any weight yarn... instructions for modification included!
If you love Ro, you might be interested in the Rainbow Amigurumi e-book… it’s got Ro and 6 other adorable tiny amigurumi!
To complete this pattern, you’ll need:
- 2 colors of Worsted weight yarn (Shepherd's Wool used in the sample): Purple (40 yards) and White (5 yards)
- polyester stuffing
- 12mm black animal eyes
- tapestry needle
This is an easy level pattern, which means tha
Amigurumi Ro the Tiny Monster
What is Being Made
Ro the Tiny Monster is a small amigurumi stuffed toy designed by Stacey Trock, standing approximately 3 inches tall. This adorable crocheted creature makes an ideal handmade gift or decorative piece for craft enthusiasts of all ages. The pattern was originally created in July 2011 and remains a popular choice for crocheters looking to create charming, pocket-sized companions.
Crochet Techniques Used
This intermediate-level amigurumi project employs fundamental crochet techniques suitable for crafters with some experience. The construction method involves working in continuous rounds to create a three-dimensional form, a hallmark of amigurumi construction. The pattern utilizes shaping techniques to achieve the monster's distinctive proportions and character.
Crochet Stitches Used
- Single crochet (sc): The primary stitch used throughout the pattern to build the body and features of the monster
- Chain stitch (ch): Used for foundation and structural elements
- Single crochet 2 together (sc2tog): A decrease stitch employed for shaping and creating definition in the amigurumi form
Materials and Yarn Requirements
The pattern is designed with flexibility in mind and can be adapted to work with any yarn weight. The sample shown uses worsted weight yarn, with a Size H crochet hook recommended as the starting point. Crafters should refer to the ball band recommendations and adjust hook size as needed based on gauge.
Yarn specifications for the sample:
- Main Color (MC): Purple yarn—40 yards of Shepherd's Wool Worsted in Lilac (100% wool)
- Secondary Color (SC): White yarn—5 yards of Shepherd's Wool Worsted in White
Additional materials required:
- Size H crochet hook (or size appropriate to chosen yarn weight)
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends and assembling pieces
- 12mm black animal eyes for facial features
- Polyester stuffing for filling the amigurumi body
Yarn Weight Flexibility
One of the notable features of this pattern is its adaptability to different yarn weights. While the sample demonstrates worsted weight construction, crafters can experiment with bulky weight yarn to create a larger, extra-cuddly version of Ro. When using heavier yarn, expect to require additional yardage beyond the amounts listed for the worsted weight sample. This flexibility makes the pattern accessible to crafters with various yarn stashes and allows for customization based on desired finished size.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Designer: | Wendi Gratz |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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