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# Snufkin Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

*A beginner-friendly amigurumi pattern for the beloved Moomins character*

**Finished Size**: Approximately 7-8 inches (18-20cm) tall  
**Difficulty Level**: Beginner  
**Technique**: Worked in continuous rounds using basic amigurumi techniques

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## MATERIALS

**Yarn**: Worsted weight (4) yarn in the following colors:
- Beige or tan (skin tone) - approximately 30 yards
- Green - approximately 50 yards (body and hat)
- Yellow - approximately 10 yards (scarf)
- Black - small amount for hat band
- Brown - small amount for hair (optional)

**Suggested Yarn**: Any worsted weight acrylic or cotton blend (Red Heart Super Saver, Lion Brand Vanna's Choice, or similar)

**Hook**: US E-4 (3.5mm) crochet hook

**Other Supplies**:
- Fiberfill stuffing (polyester)
- Yarn needle for sewing and weaving
- Stitch marker
- Embroidery thread in black and white for facial features
- Scissors
- Pins for assembly

**Optional**: Small amount of orange felt or yarn for feather detail on hat

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## GAUGE

Gauge is flexible for amigurumi, but for reference:
- 20 sts x 22 rows = 4 inches (10cm) in single crochet
- More important: Create a tight, firm fabric with no gaps (stuffing should not show through)

**Gauge Tip**: If your fabric looks loose or you can see through the stitches, go down a hook size.

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## ABBREVIATIONS

- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- inc = increase (2 sc in same stitch)
- dec = invisible decrease (insert hook in front loops of next 2 sts, yarn over, pull through both, yarn over, pull through 2 loops)
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- rnd(s) = round(s)
- [ ] = total stitch count at end of round

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## SPECIAL TECHNIQUES

**Magic Ring**: Wrap yarn around fingers to form a loop, insert hook through loop, pull up a loop, ch 1, work stitches into ring, pull tail to close ring.

**Working in Continuous Rounds**: Do not join rounds unless specified. Use a stitch marker to track the beginning of each round, moving it up as you work.

**Invisible Decrease**: Insert hook in front loop only of next st, then front loop only of following st (2 loops on hook), yarn over and pull through both front loops (2 loops on hook), yarn over and pull through both loops. This creates a smoother decrease than standard sc2tog.

**Stuffing Tips**: Stuff firmly as you go, especially before closing openings. The piece should feel solid but not rock-hard. Add small amounts at a time for even distribution.

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## PATTERN NOTES

- Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified
- Use stitch marker to track beginning of rounds
- Stuff pieces firmly as you work
- All pieces are worked in beige/tan unless otherwise specified
- Do not turn work unless instructed
- When switching colors, tie off old color and join new color

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## INSTRUCTIONS

### HEAD (make 1 in beige/tan)

The head is an elongated sphere, worked from top down.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: inc in each st around [12]  
*Math check: 6 × 2 = 12 ✓*

Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around [18]  
*Math check: 12 ÷ 2 = 6 repeats; 6 × 3 = 18 ✓*

Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) around [24]  
*Math check: 18 ÷ 3 = 6 repeats; 6 × 4 = 24 ✓*

Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) around [30]  
*Math check: 24 ÷ 4 = 6 repeats; 6 × 5 = 30 ✓*

Rnds 6-12: sc around [30]  
*Note: 7 rounds total for elongated head shape*

Rnd 13: (3 sc, dec) around [24]  
*Math check: 30 ÷ 5 = 6 repeats; 6 × 4 = 24 ✓*

Rnd 14: (2 sc, dec) around [18]  
*Math check: 24 ÷ 4 = 6 repeats; 6 × 3 = 18 ✓*

**Begin stuffing head firmly now.**

Rnd 15: (sc, dec) around [12]  
*Math check: 18 ÷ 3 = 6 repeats; 6 × 2 = 12 ✓*

**Add more stuffing to fill completely.**

Rnd 16: dec around [6]  
*Math check: 12 ÷ 2 = 6 ✓*

Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Thread tail through front loops of remaining 6 sts and pull tight to close. Weave in end securely.

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### BODY (make 1 in green)

The body is a cylinder, worked from bottom up.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: inc in each st around [12]  
*Math check: 6 × 2 = 12 ✓*

Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around [18]  
*Math check: 12 ÷ 2 = 6 repeats; 6 × 3 = 18 ✓*

Rnds 4-14: sc around [18]  
*Note: 11 rounds total creates approximately 2.5-3" body height*

**Do not fasten off yet. Continue to neck shaping:**

Rnd 15: (sc, dec) around [12]  
*Math check: 18 ÷ 3 = 6 repeats; 6 × 2 = 12 ✓*

**Stuff body firmly now, leaving top open for head attachment.**

Rnd 16: sc around [12]

Fasten off, leaving a long tail (about 20 inches) for sewing head to body.

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### ARMS (make 2 in green)

The arms are simple cylinders.

Rnd 1: 5 sc in magic ring [5]

Rnd 2: inc in each st around [10]  
*Math check: 5 × 2 = 10 ✓*

Rnds 3-12: sc around [10]  
*Note: 10 rounds creates approximately 2" arm length*

**Stuff arm lightly (not too firm, so it can bend naturally).**

Rnd 13: dec around until opening closes (approximately 5 dec)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing to body. Flatten the opening slightly.

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### LEGS (make 2 in green)

The legs are slightly thicker cylinders.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: inc in each st around [12]  
*Math check: 6 × 2 = 12 ✓*

Rnds 3-14: sc around [12]  
*Note: 12 rounds creates approximately 2.5" leg length*

**Stuff leg firmly to bottom, lightly near top for posing.**

Rnd 15: dec around until opening closes (approximately 6 dec)

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing to body. Flatten the opening slightly.

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### HAT (make 1 in green)

The hat is a tall cone, Snufkin's signature accessory.

Rnd 1: 6 sc in magic ring [6]

Rnd 2: sc around [6]

Rnd 3: (sc, inc) around [9]  
*Math check: 6 ÷ 2 = 3 repeats; 3 × 3 = 9 ✓*

Rnd 4: sc around [9]

Rnd 5: (2 sc, inc) around [12]  
*Math check: 9 ÷ 3 = 3 repeats; 3 × 4 = 12 ✓*

Rnd 6: sc around [12]

Rnd 7: (3 sc, inc) around [15]  
*Math check: 12 ÷ 4 = 3 repeats; 3 × 5 = 15 ✓*

Rnd 8: sc around [15]

Rnd 9: (4 sc, inc) around [18]  
*Math check: 15 ÷ 5 = 3 repeats; 3 × 6 = 18 ✓*

Rnd 10: sc around [18]

Rnd 11: (5 sc, inc) around [21]  
*Math check: 18 ÷ 6 = 3 repeats; 3 × 7 = 21 ✓*

Rnd 12: sc around [21]

Rnd 13: (6 sc, inc) around [24]  
*Math check: 21 ÷ 7 = 3 repeats; 3 × 8 = 24 ✓*

Rnds 14-15: sc around [24]

**For hat brim (worked in joined rounds):**

Rnd 16: Join with sl st to first st of rnd, ch 1, inc in each st around, join with sl st to first sc [48]  
*Math check: 24 × 2 = 48 ✓*

Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. **Do not stuff hat** - it should be soft and floppy.

**Hat Band (optional but recommended):**
With black yarn, ch enough to wrap around hat at Rnd 13 (approximately 15 chains). Sl st around hat at desired height. Fasten off and weave in ends. Alternatively, wrap black yarn around and tack in place with needle.

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### SCARF (make 1 in yellow)

The scarf is a simple flat piece.

Ch 25

Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across [24]

Rows 2-3: ch 1, turn, sc in each st across [24]

Fasten off, leaving tails for fringe if desired.

**Optional fringe**: Cut 6 pieces of yellow yarn, each 3 inches long. Fold in half and attach 3 pieces to each end of scarf using fringe technique (pull loop through edge, pull ends through loop, tighten).

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### HAIR TUFT (optional, make 1 in brown or tan)

Ch 4, fasten off. Make 2-3 of these short chains. Sew to top/front of head for hair detail.

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## ASSEMBLY

**Assembly Order**: Follow this sequence for best results.

1. **Attach Head to Body**:
   - Pin head to top of body, positioning neck opening of body against bottom of head
   - The head should sit securely on the narrowed neck (Rnd 15 of body)
   - Using the long tail from body and yarn needle, whip stitch around the join, catching stitches from both pieces
   - Add additional stuffing to neck area if needed before completing the seam
   - Weave in end securely

2. **Attach Arms**:
   - Position arms on sides of body at Rnds 5-6 (just below neck area)
   - Pin in place to check positioning before sewing
   - Using long tail from arm, sew arm to body using whip stitch all around the flattened opening
   - Arms should be angled slightly forward for natural pose
   - Repeat for second arm
   - Weave in ends

3. **Attach Legs**:
   - Position legs at bottom of body (Rnds 1-3), spacing evenly
   - Pin in place to ensure Snufkin can sit or stand
   - Using long tail from leg, sew leg to body using whip stitch all around the flattened opening
   - For sitting pose: angle legs forward
   - For standing pose: angle legs straight down
   - Repeat for second leg
   - Weave in ends

4. **Add Facial Features** (embroider before adding hat):
   - Using black embroidery thread or thin black yarn:
     - Eyes: Make two small French knots or vertical straight stitches, placed about 6 stitches apart at Rnd 8-9 of head
     - Nose: Small V-shape or single stitch between and below eyes at Rnd 10
     - Mouth: Tiny curved line below nose (optional - Snufkin has a subtle expression)
   - Reference: Snufkin has simple, minimalist features with small eyes

5. **Attach Hat**:
   - Place hat on head, positioning with point tilted slightly back
   - Pin brim edge to head at approximately Rnd 5-6
   - Using yarn needle and green yarn, tack hat to head in 4-6 places around the brim
   - Do not sew all the way around - hat should look like it's resting on head, not glued down
   - Weave in end

6. **Add Scarf**:
   - Wrap scarf around neck area where head meets body
   - Tie in a simple knot or bow at front or side
   - Tack in place with a few small stitches using yellow yarn to secure
   - Arrange ends as desired
   - Optional: Allow ends to hang loose for movement

7. **Optional Details**:
   - **Feather**: Cut small feather shape from orange felt, or create with yarn by chaining 6-8 sts and working sc back along chain. Attach to side of hat band.
   - **Hair tufts**: If made, sew 2-3 small brown chain pieces to front/side of head under hat brim for wispy hair effect

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## FINISHING

- Weave in all remaining ends securely
- Trim any excess yarn tails close to work
- Shape hat by gently molding the cone
- Adjust limbs for desired