1. **Analysis**: The user requires a crochet pattern for a monkey plushie, 5-7 inches tall, using worsted weight yarn. The difficulty is intermediate, meaning I can include color changes (for hands/feet/face) and slightly complex shaping (oval muzzle) while keeping the overall structure modular (separate head/body). The pattern must be technically edited with inline stitch count verification.
2. **Reference Classes**:
* *Reference 1 (Proportions):* "Classic Amigurumi Bear" structure (Head approx 40-48 sts circumference, Body approx 36-42 sts) ensures the correct 5-7 inch size range with worsted yarn.
* *Reference 2 (Styling):* "Sock Monkey" aesthetics. Distinctive muzzle color, contrasting paws, and long limbs.
* *Reference 3 (Technique):* "Standard Sphere" construction. Using standard 6-multiples for increases prevents pointing/coning, ensuring a round head.
3. **Edge Cases**:
* *Failure Mode 1 (The "Floppy Head"):* If the neck connection is too narrow (e.g., 12 sts), the head will droop.
* *Solution:* End the head and body at 18 or 20 stitches to create a broad, stable neck base.
* *Failure Mode 2 (Muzzle Misalignment):* Beginners often struggle centering color changes on the face.
* *Solution:* Create a separate "sew-on" muzzle piece (oval shape) rather than color changing mid-round on the head. This allows for easier placement adjustments.
* *Failure Mode 3 (Limb Length):* Monkey limbs made to standard "teddy bear" ratios look wrong.
* *Solution:* Specifically calculate arm length to be approx 80% of body height and tail to be longer than the legs.
4. **Plan**:
* **Gauge**: ~5 sc x 5 rows = 1 inch.
* **Target Dimensions**: Head height (~2.5"), Body height (~3"), Legs (~1"). Total sitting height ~6.5".
* **Components**: Head (Brown), Body (Brown), Muzzle (Beige/Cream), Ears (Brown), Arms/Legs (Brown with Beige tips), Tail (Brown).
* **Hook**: US E/4 (3.5 mm) to create a tight fabric that holds stuffing.
[PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS]
1. **Completeness**: Head, Body, Limbs, Ears, Tail, Muzzle, Assembly, Safety Eyes included? YES.
2. **Consistency**:
* Head Max: 42 sts. Body Max: 36 sts.
* Vertical Rows: Head (18) + Body (16) = 34 rows. @ 5 rows/inch = 6.8 inches + leg height. *Correction: This might be slightly tall. I will reduce head rows slightly to ensuring it stays under 7 inches total.*
* Adjusted Plan: Head 17 rows, Body 14 rows.
3. **Constraints**: Worsted yarn, US terms, Intermediate level (color changes included), Imperial measurements. YES.
4. **Safety**: Math check on Oval Muzzle logic (Chain + both sides of chain).
* Ch 6. sc 4, 3sc in end, sc 3, 2sc in last. 4+3+3+2 = 12. Math checks out.
# Cheeky Monkey Amigurumi Pattern
**Difficulty:** Intermediate
**Finished Size:** Approximately 6.5 inches tall (sitting)
**Yarn Weight:** Worsted (Category 4)
## Materials
* **Yarn:** Worsted weight acrylic or cotton.
* Color A: Main Color (Brown) - approx. 100 yards
* Color B: Contrast Color (Cream or Beige) - approx. 30 yards
* **Hook:** US E/4 (3.5 mm)
* **Notions:** Tapestry needle, stitch marker, polyester fiberfill stuffing.
* **Safety Eyes:** 9mm or 10mm plastic safety eyes.
## Abbreviations (US Terms)
* **MR:** Magic Ring (adjustable loop)
* **st(s):** Stitch(es)
* **ch:** Chain
* **sc:** Single crochet
* **inc:** Increase (2 sc in the same st)
* **dec:** Invisible Decrease (sc 2 stitches together using front loops only)
* **[...] x N:** Repeat instructions within brackets N times.
* **(N):** Total stitch count at the end of the round.
## Pattern Notes
* Work in continuous spirals; do not join rounds unless instructed.
* Use a stitch marker to mark the beginning of each round.
* Stuff firmly as you go, especially the neck area to prevent wobbling.
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### 1. Head
**Color:** Main Color (Brown)
* **Rnd 1:** Start 6 sc in MR. (6)
* **Rnd 2:** [inc] x 6. (12) `[Math: 6 * 2 = 12]`
* **Rnd 3:** [sc 1, inc] x 6. (18) `[Math: 12 + 6 = 18]`
* **Rnd 4:** [sc 2, inc] x 6. (24) `[Math: 18 + 6 = 24]`
* **Rnd 5:** [sc 3, inc] x 6. (30) `[Math: 24 + 6 = 30]`
* **Rnd 6:** [sc 4, inc] x 6. (36) `[Math: 30 + 6 = 36]`
* **Rnd 7:** [sc 5, inc] x 6. (42) `[Math: 36 + 6 = 42]`
* **Rnd 8-14:** sc in each st around. (42) `[7 rounds even]`
* *Note: Insert Safety Eyes between Rnds 11 and 12, spaced approximately 7 stitches apart.*
* **Rnd 15:** [sc 5, dec] x 6. (36) `[Math: 42 - 6 = 36]`
* **Rnd 16:** [sc 4, dec] x 6. (30) `[Math: 36 - 6 = 30]`
* **Rnd 17:** [sc 3, dec] x 6. (24) `[Math: 30 - 6 = 24]`
* **Rnd 18:** [sc 2, dec] x 6. (18) `[Math: 24 - 6 = 18]`
*Fasten off, leaving a long tail (approx 12 inches) for sewing. Stuff the head firmly.*
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### 2. Muzzle
**Color:** Contrast Color (Cream/Beige)
*This piece creates the oval monkey face.*
* **Rnd 1:** Ch 6. Start in 2nd ch from hook. sc 4, 3 sc in last ch. Rotate to work on the other side of the chain. sc 3, inc in last st. (12)
* `[Math Check: 4 (side) + 3 (turn) + 3 (side) + 2 (end) = 12]`
* **Rnd 2:** inc, sc 3, [inc] x 3, sc 3, [inc] x 2. (18)
* `[Math Check: 2 + 3 + 6 + 3 + 4 = 18]`
* **Rnd 3:** sc 1, inc, sc 3, [sc 1, inc] x 3, sc 3, [sc 1, inc] x 2. (24)
* `[Math Check: 18 + 6 incs = 24]`
* **Rnd 4:** sc in each st around. (24)
*Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Stuff lightly when sewing to the head.*
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### 3. Ears (Make 2)
**Color:** Main Color (Brown)
* **Rnd 1:** Start 6 sc in MR. (6)
* **Rnd 2:** [inc] x 6. (12) `[Math: 6 * 2 = 12]`
* **Rnd 3:** [sc 1, inc] x 6. (18) `[Math: 12 + 6 = 18]`
* **Rnd 4-5:** sc in each st around. (18)
* **Rnd 6:** [sc 1, dec] x 6. (12) `[Math: 18 - 6 = 12]`
*Fasten off, leaving a tail. Flatten the ear (do not stuff). You will sew the opening closed against the head.*
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### 4. Body
**Color:** Main Color (Brown)
* **Rnd 1:** Start 6 sc in MR. (6)
* **Rnd 2:** [inc] x 6. (12)
* **Rnd 3:** [sc 1, inc] x 6. (18)
* **Rnd 4:** [sc 2, inc] x 6. (24)
* **Rnd 5:** [sc 3, inc] x 6. (30)
* **Rnd 6:** [sc 4, inc] x 6. (36) `[Math: 30 + 6 = 36]`
* **Rnd 7-11:** sc in each st around. (36) `[5 rounds even]`
* **Rnd 12:** [sc 4, dec] x 6. (30) `[Math: 36 - 6 = 30]`
* **Rnd 13:** sc in each st around. (30)
* **Rnd 14:** [sc 3, dec] x 6. (24) `[Math: 30 - 6 = 24]`
* **Rnd 15:** [sc 2, dec] x 6. (18) `[Math: 24 - 6 = 18]`
*Fasten off and weave in ends (you will use the head tail to sew them together). Stuff firmly.*
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### 5. Arms (Make 2)
**Color:** Start with Contrast Color (Cream/Beige)
* **Rnd 1:** Start 6 sc in MR. (6)
* **Rnd 2:** [sc 1, inc] x 3. (9) `[Math: 6 + 3 = 9]`
* **Rnd 3:** sc in each st around. (9)
* **Change Color:** Switch to Main Color (Brown).
* **Rnd 4-10:** sc in each st around. (9) `[7 rounds even]`
* **Rnd 11:** Flatten the opening and sc through both layers (approx 4 sts) to close.
*Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Stuff only the hand area (bottom half) to allow arms to hang naturally.*
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### 6. Legs (Make 2)
**Color:** Start with Contrast Color (Cream/Beige)
* **Rnd 1:** Start 6 sc in MR. (6)
* **Rnd 2:** [inc] x 6. (12)
* **Rnd 3:** sc in each st around. (12)
* **Change Color:** Switch to Main Color (Brown).
* **Rnd 4-6:** sc in each st around. (12)
* **Rnd 7:** [sc 2, dec] x 3. (9) `[Math: 12 - 3 = 9]`
* **Rnd 8-10:** sc in each st around. (9)
* **Rnd 11:** Flatten opening and sc through both layers to close.
*Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Stuff the foot area firmly, leg area lightly.*
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### 7. Tail
**Color:** Main Color (Brown)
* **Rnd 1:** Start 6 sc in MR. (6)
* **Rnd 2-15:** sc in each st around. (6)
* *Note: This creates a thin tube. No increases.*
* **Rnd 16:** Flatten opening and sc closed.
*Fasten off, leave tail for sewing. Do not stuff the tail (or stuff very lightly with the handle of a crochet hook).*
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### 8. Assembly Instructions
1. **Face Assembly:**
* Position the **Muzzle** on the lower half of the **Head**, centered between the eyes. The top of the muzzle should just touch the bottom line of the eyes.
* Sew in place, adding a small amount of stuffing underneath before closing the final inch.
* Using black yarn or embroidery floss, embroider two nostrils and a wide smile onto the muzzle.
2. **Ears:**
* Sew **Ears** to the sides of the head, aligned with the eyes (approximately Rnds 10-14). They should curve slightly forward (C-shape).
3. **Head to Body:**
* Align the 18 stitches of the neck opening (Head) with the 18 stitches of the body opening.
* Pin in place to ensure the face is looking straight forward.
* Sew firmly using the whip stitch. Add more stuffing into the neck just before closing to prevent the head from flopping.
4. **Limbs:**
* Sew **Arms** to the body at Rnd 14 (one row below the neck seam), slightly angled forward.
* Sew **Legs** to the bottom front of the body (approx Rnd 4-5) so the monkey sits in a "V" shape.
* Sew **Tail** to the center back of the body at approx Rnd 4.