1. **Analysis**: The user wants an intermediate-level crochet pattern for a small monkey plushie using worsted weight yarn. The pattern must follow the "Simple Amigurumi Animal" template structure, use US terminology, and include specific inline math validation. The construction method involves separate pieces (head, body, limbs) sewn together.
2. **Reference Classes**:
* *Reference 1*: "Classic Amigurumi Bear" (Standard 6-stitch increase sphere for head, pear shape for body).
* *Reference 2*: "Sock Monkey" (Color changes at hands/feet and distinct muzzle patch).
* *Reference 3*: "Oval Muzzle Construction" (Using a chain base rather than a magic ring to create a wide face patch).
3. **Edge Cases**:
* *Failure Mode 1 (The "Wobbly Head")*: The neck connection point is often too narrow. *Solution*: The body will end with an open neck of 18 stitches, matched to the head, providing a wide, stable sewing base.
* *Failure Mode 2 (Muzzle Asymmetry)*: Users often place eyes before sewing the muzzle, resulting in misalignment. *Solution*: Instructions will explicitly state to sew the muzzle *before* snapping the safety eyes backs on (or positioning eyes relative to the sewn muzzle).
* *Failure Mode 3 (Stiff Limbs)*: Over-stuffing arms makes them stick out unnaturally. *Solution*: Instructions will specify stuffing only the bottom 2/3 of the limbs.
4. **Plan**:
* **Gauge**: ~5 sts = 1 inch (tight tension).
* **Hook**: US E/4 (3.5 mm) to prevent gaps.
* **Head**: Max 48 sts.
* **Body**: Max 42 sts.
* **Dimensions**: Approx 6-7 inches tall.
[PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS]
1. **Completeness**: Head, Body, Legs, Arms, Tail, Ears, Muzzle, Assembly included.
2. **Consistency**: All increase rounds follow the multiple of 6 rules (standard geometry).
3. **Constraints**: US Terms used. Math validation included in brackets. Worsted weight selected.
4. **Safety**: Inline math checked (e.g., Rnd 4 of Head: (2 sc, inc) x 6 = 24).
# Pattern: Cheeky Monkey Plushie
**Difficulty:** Intermediate
**Finished Size:** Approx. 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) tall sitting.
## Materials & Tools
* **Yarn:** Worsted weight (Category 4).
* Color A (Main Color - Brown): approx. 120 yards.
* Color B (Contrast Color - Beige/Cream): approx. 40 yards.
* **Hook:** US E/4 (3.5 mm) or size needed to obtain tight fabric.
* **Notions:**
* Pair of 9mm or 10mm safety eyes.
* Polyester fiberfill stuffing.
* Yarn needle (tapestry needle).
* Stitch markers.
* Scissors.
## Gauge & Tension
* 5 sc x 5 rows = 1 square inch (2.54 cm).
* *Note: Gauge is not critical for sizing, but stitches must be tight enough so stuffing does not show through.*
## Abbreviations (US Terminology)
* **MR:** Magic Ring (adjustable loop)
* **ch:** Chain
* **st(s):** Stitch(es)
* **sc:** Single crochet
* **inc:** Increase (2 sc in the same st)
* **dec:** Invisible decrease (sc 2 together through front loops only)
* **sl st:** Slip stitch
* **(...) x N:** Repeat instructions within parentheses N times.
* **[N sts]:** Total stitch count at end of round.
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## Instructions
### Head
*Use Main Color (A). Work in continuous spiral rounds.*
* **Rnd 1:** Create MR, work 6 sc into ring. [6 sts]
* **Rnd 2:** Inc in every st around. `[6 original + 6 inc = 12 sts]`
* **Rnd 3:** (1 sc, inc) x 6. `[12 start + 6 inc = 18 sts]`
* **Rnd 4:** (2 sc, inc) x 6. `[18 start + 6 inc = 24 sts]`
* **Rnd 5:** (3 sc, inc) x 6. `[24 start + 6 inc = 30 sts]`
* **Rnd 6:** (4 sc, inc) x 6. `[30 start + 6 inc = 36 sts]`
* **Rnd 7:** (5 sc, inc) x 6. `[36 start + 6 inc = 42 sts]`
* **Rnd 8:** (6 sc, inc) x 6. `[42 start + 6 inc = 48 sts]`
* **Rnds 9-16:** Sc in each st around (8 rounds). `[48 sts]`
* **Rnd 17:** (6 sc, dec) x 6. `[48 start - 6 dec = 42 sts]`
* **Rnd 18:** (5 sc, dec) x 6. `[42 start - 6 dec = 36 sts]`
* **Rnd 19:** (4 sc, dec) x 6. `[36 start - 6 dec = 30 sts]`
* **Rnd 20:** (3 sc, dec) x 6. `[30 start - 6 dec = 24 sts]`
* **Rnd 21:** (2 sc, dec) x 6. `[24 start - 6 dec = 18 sts]`
* *Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff head firmly.*
### Muzzle
*Use Contrast Color (B). Work in rounds around a foundation chain to create an oval.*
* **Rnd 1:** Ch 6. Start in 2nd ch from hook. Sc in next 4 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Rotate to work along the other side of the chain. Sc in next 3 ch, inc in last ch. `[4 + 3 + 3 + 2 = 12 sts]`
* **Rnd 2:** Inc in first st, sc 3, (inc) x 3, sc 3, (inc) x 2. `[12 start + 6 inc = 18 sts]`
* **Rnd 3:** Sc 1, inc, sc 3, (sc 1, inc) x 3, sc 3, (sc 1, inc) x 2. `[18 start + 6 inc = 24 sts]`
* **Rnd 4:** Sc 2, inc, sc 3, (sc 2, inc) x 3, sc 3, (sc 2, inc) x 2. `[24 start + 6 inc = 30 sts]`
* **Rnd 5:** Sc in each st around. `[30 sts]`
* *Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.*
### Ears (Make 2)
*Use Main Color (A).*
* **Rnd 1:** Create MR, work 6 sc into ring. [6 sts]
* **Rnd 2:** Inc in every st around. `[6 + 6 = 12 sts]`
* **Rnd 3:** (3 sc, inc) x 3. `[12 + 3 = 15 sts]`
* **Rnds 4-5:** Sc in each st around. `[15 sts]`
* **Rnd 6:** (3 sc, dec) x 3. `[15 - 3 = 12 sts]`
* *Flatten the ear (do not stuff). Sc through both layers across the opening (approx 6 sts) to close. Fasten off, leaving tail for sewing.*
### Body
*Use Main Color (A).*
* **Rnd 1:** Create MR, work 6 sc into ring. [6 sts]
* **Rnd 2:** Inc in every st around. `[6 + 6 = 12 sts]`
* **Rnd 3:** (1 sc, inc) x 6. `[12 + 6 = 18 sts]`
* **Rnd 4:** (2 sc, inc) x 6. `[18 + 6 = 24 sts]`
* **Rnd 5:** (3 sc, inc) x 6. `[24 + 6 = 30 sts]`
* **Rnd 6:** (4 sc, inc) x 6. `[30 + 6 = 36 sts]`
* **Rnd 7:** (5 sc, inc) x 6. `[36 + 6 = 42 sts]`
* **Rnds 8-12:** Sc in each st around (5 rounds). `[42 sts]`
* **Rnd 13:** (5 sc, dec) x 6. `[42 - 6 = 36 sts]`
* **Rnd 14:** Sc in each st around. `[36 sts]`
* **Rnd 15:** (4 sc, dec) x 6. `[36 - 6 = 30 sts]`
* **Rnd 16:** Sc in each st around. `[30 sts]`
* **Rnd 17:** (3 sc, dec) x 6. `[30 - 6 = 24 sts]`
* **Rnd 18:** Sc in each st around. `[24 sts]`
* **Rnd 19:** (2 sc, dec) x 6. `[24 - 6 = 18 sts]`
* **Rnd 20:** Sc in each st around. `[18 sts]`
* *Fasten off and weave in end (you will use the head tail to sew them together). Stuff body firmly.*
### Legs (Make 2)
*Start with Contrast Color (B) for feet.*
* **Rnd 1:** Create MR, work 6 sc into ring. [6 sts]
* **Rnd 2:** Inc in every st around. `[6 + 6 = 12 sts]`
* **Rnd 3:** (1 sc, inc) x 6. `[12 + 6 = 18 sts]`
* **Rnds 4-5:** Sc in each st around. `[18 sts]`
* **Rnd 6:** (Sc 4, dec) x 3. `[18 - 3 = 15 sts]`
* *Switch to Main Color (A).*
* **Rnds 7-12:** Sc in each st around (6 rounds). `[15 sts]`
* **Rnd 13:** (Sc 3, dec) x 3. `[15 - 3 = 12 sts]`
* *Stuff the bottom of the foot firmly, stuff the leg lightly, leave top 0.5 inch empty.*
* **Rnd 14:** Flatten top opening and sc through both layers to close (approx 6 sts). Fasten off with tail for sewing.
### Arms (Make 2)
*Start with Contrast Color (B) for hands.*
* **Rnd 1:** Create MR, work 6 sc into ring. [6 sts]
* **Rnd 2:** (1 sc, inc) x 3. `[6 + 3 = 9 sts]`
* **Rnd 3:** (2 sc, inc) x 3. `[9 + 3 = 12 sts]`
* **Rnds 4-5:** Sc in each st around. `[12 sts]`
* *Switch to Main Color (A).*
* **Rnds 6-13:** Sc in each st around (8 rounds). `[12 sts]`
* *Stuff hand firmly, stuff arm lightly.*
* **Rnd 14:** Flatten top opening and sc through both layers to close (approx 6 sts). Fasten off with tail for sewing.
### Tail
*Use Main Color (A).*
* **Rnd 1:** Create MR, work 6 sc into ring. [6 sts]
* **Rnds 2-18:** Sc in each st around. `[6 sts]`
* *Do not stuff (or stuff very lightly with a pipe cleaner for poseability - optional). Fasten off with tail.*
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## Assembly Instructions
1. **Face Assembly:**
* Pin the **Muzzle** to the lower half of the **Head** (between Rounds 11 and 18).
* Insert Safety Eyes through the Head *above* the muzzle, between Rnds 10 and 11, spaced about 8 stitches apart.
* *Tip: Ensure eyes are centered relative to the muzzle oval before securing the back washers.*
* Sew the Muzzle in place using the tail of yarn. As you sew the final inch, stuff the muzzle lightly to give it shape.
* Embroider a smile and nostrils on the muzzle using black yarn or embroidery floss.
2. **Ears:**
* Sew **Ears** to the sides of the head at eye level (approx Rnds 9-13). They should curve slightly forward.
3. **Body Connection:**
* Pin the Head to the Body (aligning the 18 stitches of the neck with the 18 stitches of the body opening).
* Sew securely using the whip stitch. Add extra stuffing to the neck area just before closing to prevent wobbling.
4. **Limbs:**
* Sew **Arms** to the body at Rnd 18 (just below the neck seam), slightly angled forward.
* Sew **Legs** to the bottom front of the body (approx Rnd 6), so the monkey sits in a "V" shape.
5. **Tail:**
* Sew the **Tail** to the center back of the body at approx Rnd 5.