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Abbreviations (US Terms) mr: Magic ring sc: Single crochet inc: Increase (2 sc in the same stitch) dec: Decrease BLO / FLO: Back loop only / Front loop only st(s): Stitch(es) 1. Head (Grey Yarn) The head is worked from top to bottom in a slight pear shape. 6 sc in mr (6) 6 inc (12) (1 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (18) (2 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (24) (3 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (30) (4 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (36) (5 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (42) 8-14. 42 sc (7 rounds) (5 sc, 1 dec) * 6 (36) (4 sc, 1 dec) * 6 (30) (Note: You can add minor increases on the sides here to create cheek volume) (3 sc, 1 dec) * 6 (24) (2 sc, 1 dec) * 6 (18) (1 sc, 1 dec) * 6 (12) Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. 2. Body (Grey Yarn) Started from the neck and widened downwards. 6 sc in mr (6) 6 inc (12) 3-7. 12 sc (Neck length) (1 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (18) (2 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (24) (3 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (30) 11-15. 30 sc (5 rounds) (3 sc, 1 dec) * 6 (24) (2 sc, 1 dec) * 6 (18) (1 sc, 1 dec) * 6 (12) 6 dec (6) Fasten off and weave in ends.
3. Beak (Orange Yarn) Consists of two parts; the upper part is larger and curved. Upper Beak: Chain 8. Starting from the 2nd chain: 6 sc, 3 sc in the last chain. Work on the other side of the chain: 5 sc, 1 inc. (Work 2-3 rounds in an oval shape, then curl the edges). Lower Beak: 6 sc in mr, 6 inc (12). Fold in half and sew to keep the mouth open. 4. Eyes (White, Green, and Black Yarn) Layered construction: Black: 6 sc in mr. (Fasten off). Green: 6 sc in mr, 6 inc (12). (Sew around the black part). White: 6 sc in mr, 6 inc (12), (1 sc, 1 inc) * 6 (18). (Sew around the green part). Detail: Use a needle to embroider white highlights on the eyes. 5. Feet and Legs (Orange Yarn) Legs: 6 sc in mr. Work 4-5 rounds of 6 sc. Feet: Crochet 3 small toes (5 sc in mr, work 2 rounds). Join them side-by-side, work one round across all, and finish at the heel with decreases. Assembly and Details Head and Body: Sew the neck firmly to the bottom of the head, aligning it with the 12 sc opening. Eye Placement: Sew the eyes close together on the lower-middle part of the head. Beak: Place the upper beak right below the eyes, and the lower beak underneath it. Wings: Crochet a small piece (6 sc in mr, 6 inc, 12 sc), flatten slightly, and sew to the sides of the body. Hair: Tie several strands of grey yarn to the top of the head and brush them out to create a "frizzy hair" look.
Materials Recommended Yarn: Cotton blends (e.g., Gazzal Baby Cotton, Alize Cotton Gold). Hook: 2.0 mm or 2.20 mm for a tight tension. Stuffing: High-quality fiberfill. Optional: You can use 12mm or 14mm safety eyes instead of crocheted ones, and insert a piece of insulated wire into the neck for stability.