Materials Needed: Yarns: Brown (shell), light green (head and feet), cream/beige (lower body), pink and yellow (flowers). (Cotton amigurumi yarns are ideal). Crochet Hook: Size appropriate for your yarn (usually 2.5 mm - 3 mm). Other: Zipper (around the shell), stuffing (for head and feet), safety eyes, needle and sewing thread. ???? Step-by-Step Instructions: 1. Top Pumpkin (Lid) This part is crocheted with brown yarn. Begin by making 6 single crochet stitches (s) into a magic ring. Increase by crocheting two stitches into each stitch in each row (6, 12, 18, 24... etc.). Continue increasing until you reach your desired width (approximately 15-20 cm as shown in the image). Once the width is complete, knit for a few rows without increasing to create a slight curve downwards. Note: This is where the zipper will be sewn. 2. Lower Body (Compartment) Base: Knit a flat circle with cream or beige yarn, the same diameter as the top flap. Edges: Once the circle is finished, switch to brown yarn only and knit upwards (without increasing) until it takes on a box shape. Sew the zipper where the top flap and lower body meet. 3. Head and Feet These are knitted with light green yarn and filled with fiberfill. Head: Start with a magic ring and increase to form a ball shape. Attach the eyes and embroider the mouth with black yarn. Feet: Knit small cylinders or half-oval forms (4 pieces). Sew the head and feet firmly onto the lower body (the brown part under the zipper). 4. Flower Decorations Center (Yellow): 6 stitches into a magic ring. Leaves (Pink): Make 5-6 leaves in each stitch of the yellow section (chain 3, make 2 double crochets in the same place, chain 3 and close). Sew or glue these flowers to the top and sides as shown in the image.

Tips and Tricks Maintaining Shape: You can make the box stand more upright by placing a cut-out plastic yogurt container or a piece of stiff felt inside (on the inner surface of the brown parts). Sewing the Zipper: Be careful not to stretch the knit too much when sewing the zipper, otherwise the box opening may look wavy. Inner Lining: If you are going to put very small things inside (needles, etc.), lining the inside with fabric is a great touch.

1. Head (Light Green) The head should have a slightly oval shape. You should stuff it tightly with fiberfill. Row 1: 6 single crochet (sc) into a magic ring. Row 2: Double crochet into each stitch (12 sc). Row 3: 1 sc, 1 increase (18 sc). Row 4: 2 sc, 1 increase (24 sc). Row 5: 3 sc, 1 increase (30 sc). Rows 6-11: Crochet without any increases (30 sc) - This section gives the length of the head. Attaching the Eyes: Attach safety eyes between rows 7 and 8, leaving 6-7 stitches between them. Row 12: 3 sc, 1 decrease (24 sc). Row 13: 2 sc, 1 decrease (18 sc) -> Begin stuffing. Row 14: 1 single crochet, 1 decrease (12 single crochets) Row 15: Decrease all (6 single crochets) and bind off. Leave a long piece of yarn (to sew to the body). ???? 2. Feet (Light Green - 4 Pieces) The feet should be flat on the bottom and rounded on top so the turtle stands firmly on the ground. Row 1: 6 single crochets into a magic ring Row 2: Double crochet into each stitch (12 single crochets) Row 3: 1 single crochet, 1 increase (18 single crochets) Row 4: 18 single crochets by knitting only through the back loop (This provides the sharpness of the foot sole). Rows 5-8: Knit 18 single crochets as usual. Row 9: 1 single crochet, 1 decrease (12 single crochets) Stuff and close by knitting together opposite stitches to flatten the opening. ???? 3. Body and Pumpkin (Brown and Beige) The most critical part of this pattern is the zipper placement. Bottom Compartment (Box Section): Base (Beige): Start with a magic ring, increase by 6 stitches in each row until you reach your desired width (e.g., until you have 60 stitches). Wall (Brown): Once the beige base is finished, switch to brown yarn. Work the first row through back loops (BLO) and turn upwards. Work without increasing for approximately 8-10 rows. This determines the depth of the box. Cut the yarn when you finish the last row. Top Lid (Dome Section): Start again with a magic ring using brown yarn. Increase until you reach the same number of stitches as the bottom base (60 stitches). To give the shape a slightly domed form, do not increase in the last 2-3 rows. To ensure neat edges, finish the last row with a slip stitch.

4. Assembly and Final Touches This is where the "mastery" lies: Zipper: First, baste the zipper between the flap and the bottom compartment with a needle. Conceal the ends of the zipper inside. Sew by hand using machine stitching (in the color of your knitting) with machine thread. Head and Feet: The head is sewn directly in front of the bottom compartment (the brown part under the zipper). Place the feet on the sides, perfectly symmetrical. Flowers: * Yellow center: 6 single crochet stitches into a magic ring. Pink petals: (In the same stitch: 2 chains, 2 double crochet, 2 chains, 1 slip stitch). Repeat this in every yellow stitch. Your 6-petaled flower is ready! A little tip: If you don't want the box to be too soft and collapse, you can glue a piece of stiff felt or thin plastic (like a yogurt lid) cut to the appropriate size inside the knitted pieces.

???? Step 1: Base (Beige/Cream Yarn) This part will be the turtle's belly. We will crochet a flat circle. Row 1: 6 single crochets (sc) into a magic ring. Row 2: Double crochet into each stitch (12 sc). Row 3: (1 sc, 1 increase) x 6 times (18 sc). Row 4: (2 sc, 1 increase) x 6 times (24 sc). Row 5: (3 sc, 1 increase) x 6 times (30 sc). Row 6: (4 sc, 1 increase) x 6 times (36 sc). Row 7: (5 sc, 1 increase) x 6 times (42 sc). Row 8: (6 sc, 1 increase) x 6 times (48 sc). Row 9: Row 10: (7 single crochet, 1 increase) x 6 times (54 single crochet). Row 10: (8 single crochet, 1 increase) x 6 times (60 single crochet). (If you want it bigger, you can continue increasing, but 60-66 is ideal). ???? Stage 2: Container Wall (Brown Yarn) Now we will work upwards to give it the "box" shape. Row 11: Cut the beige yarn, switch to brown yarn. Knit this row only in BLO (work into the back loop of the stitches). This will give the base a sharp corner. (60 single crochet) Rows 12-18: Knit one single crochet in each stitch without any increases or decreases. (60 single crochet). You can add 1-2 more rows if you don't find the depth sufficient. Secure and cut the yarn. ???? Step 3: Top Cover (Brown Yarn) This piece is above the zipper, where the flowers will be sewn on. Rows 1-10: Knit exactly the same as the bottom base (beige section) (until you reach 60 stitches). Rows 11-13: Knit straight without any increases. This will help the edges of the cover curl slightly downwards. When finishing, slip stitch the last row to make the edge look fuller.