Learn to Crochet a Cute Amigurumi Monkey

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Materials Needed
3. Crocheting the Hands
4. Crocheting the Ears
5. Crocheting the Eyes
6. Crocheting the Body
7. Crocheting the Tail
8. Sewing the Pieces Together
9. Adding Buttons for Eyes
10. Attaching the Suspender
11. Conclusion

Introduction

Welcome to this crochet tutorial on how to create your very own McCormack monkey! In this tutorial, I will guide you step by step on how to crochet each piece of the monkey, from the hands to the tail. Get ready to put your crochet skills to use and create an adorable and cuddly toy.

Materials Needed

Before we begin, let's make sure you have all the necessary materials. For this project, you will need:

• Gray yarn for the main color
• Blue yarn for the hands
• Red and white yarn for the top color
• White yarn for the eyes
• Brown yarn for the body
• Button or safety eyes
• Crochet hook (3mm)
• Stitch markers
• Yarn needle
• Scissors

Crocheting the Hands

To start, we will crochet the hands of the McCormack monkey. Using the main color yarn, create a magic ring and make 6 single crochet stitches into it. In the second round, increase by 2 single crochet stitches in each stitch. Continue crocheting in rounds, making 1 single crochet in each stitch until round 13. In round 14, make 1 single crochet in the next stitch and decrease by 2 stitches together. Repeat this pattern until you reach round 17.

Crocheting the Ears

Next, let's crochet the ears of the monkey. Using the main color yarn, create a magic ring and make 6 single crochet stitches into it. In the second round, increase by 2 single crochet stitches in each stitch. Continue crocheting in rounds, making 1 single crochet in each stitch until you have the desired size for the ears.

Crocheting the Eyes

For the eyes, use white yarn and create a magic ring. Make 5 single crochet stitches into the ring. In the second round, increase by 2 single crochet stitches in each stitch. This will create a circular shape. Make 1 half double crochet, 1 double crochet, 1 triple crochet, 1 double crochet, and 1 half double crochet in the next stitch. Finish off the eyes and create two pieces of this shape.

Crocheting the Body

To crochet the body, use blue yarn for the top color and brown yarn for the body. Create a magic ring with blue yarn and make 6 single crochet stitches into it. In the second round, increase by 2 single crochet stitches in each stitch. Continue crocheting in rounds, making 1 single crochet in the next stitch and increase by 2 stitches in the following stitch. Repeat this pattern until round 7.

Crocheting the Tail

For the tail, use blue yarn and create a magic ring. Make 6 single crochet stitches into the ring. In the following rounds, make 1 single crochet in each stitch until round 15.

Sewing the Pieces Together

Once you have all the separate pieces crocheted, it's time to sew them together. Use a yarn needle and the corresponding yarn color to sew the arms and legs onto the body. Attach the ears to the sides of the head and sew the eyes onto the face. Make sure to stuff each piece with polyester filling before closing them up.

Adding Buttons for Eyes

To give your McCormack monkey a more realistic look, you can use buttons for the eyes. Choose buttons that are approximately 9mm in size and sew them onto the face in the desired position.

Attaching the Suspender

For the finishing touch, attach the suspender to the monkey. Crochet a chain of 25 stitches and attach it to the top part of the body using slip stitches. This will give your monkey a fun and playful look.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully crocheted your own McCormack monkey. This adorable toy is perfect for gifting or keeping as a cute companion. Enjoy the process of crocheting and have fun creating more unique toys in the future.

FAQ

Q: Can I use different colors for my monkey? A: Absolutely! Feel free to get creative and use any colors you prefer for your McCormack monkey. You can personalize it to match your style or the recipient's preferences.

Q: What type of yarn should I use for this project? A: It's recommended to use medium weight (worsted) yarn for this project. However, you can experiment with different yarn weights to achieve different sizes and textures.

Q: Are safety eyes necessary? A: Safety eyes are a popular choice for amigurumi projects as they provide a secure and professional finish. However, if you don't have safety eyes, you can always embroider the eyes using yarn or use buttons as an alternative.

Q: Can I make the monkey bigger or smaller? A: Yes, you can adjust the size of the monkey by using a larger or smaller crochet hook or by using thicker or thinner yarn. Keep in mind that adjusting the size may require altering the number of stitches and rounds.

Q: Can I sell the toys I create using this pattern? A: Yes, you are allowed to sell the toys you create using this pattern. However, please give credit to the original pattern designer to respect their work.

Q: Where can I find the written pattern for this monkey? A: The written pattern for the McCormack monkey can be found on the video tutorial associated with this article. Simply follow along with the step-by-step instructions provided in the video.