Crocheting is a timeless craft that allows you to create anything from clothing to adorable plush toys. If you’re a fan of the Minions from the “Despicable Me” series, why not bring a little piece of that joy into your home with a handmade Minion crochet? This guide of Fanycrafts will walk you through creating your very own Cute Minion Crochet Pattern, perfect for gifts or as a fun project for yourself.
How to create Cute Minion Crochet Pattern
Minions are the small, yellow creatures from the Despicable Me franchise. They are known for their childlike behavior, gibberish language, and overall silliness. If you want to own a lovely minion, don’t miss this article. This guide will help you crochet your own adorable minions. With Cute Minion Crochet Pattern, you can use it to make a decoration in the room or a gift for a friend.
Abbreviation:
- MR-magic ring
- sc-single crochet
- hdc-half double crochet
- dc-double crochet
- inc – increase (2 single crochet in 1 stitch)
- dec-decrease (invisible decrease)
- FLO – front loop only
- sist – slip stitch
Matterials:
- Yarn: sport or DK light weight yarn. (I used HELLO cotton)
- Crochet hook: 2mm-2.5mm
- Safety eyes size 8mm
- Black embroidery thread
- Fiberfill
- Yarn needles
Instructions
Body:
- Start with yellow yarn.
- Rnd 1: 7 sc in MR (7)
- Rnd 2: 7 inc (14)
- Rnd 3: [sc, inc] x 8 (21)
- Rnd 4: [2 sc, inc) x 7 (28)
- Rnd 5: sc, inc, [3 sc, inc] x 6, 2 sc (35)
- Rnd 6: 35 sc (35)
- Rnd 7: [4 sc, inc] x 7 (42)
- Rnd 8-15: (8 rnds) 42 sc (42)
- Rnd 16: [6 sc, inc] x 6 (48)
- Rnd 17-20: (4 rnds) 48 sc (48)
- Switch to black yarn.
- Rnd 21: 21 sc, BLO [12 sc]. 15 sc (48)
- Rnd 22: 48 sc (48)
- Switch to grey yarn.
- Rnd 23-24: (2 rnds) 48 sc (48)
- Switch to black yarn.
- Rnd 25: 48 sc (48)
- Rnd 26: [4 sc, dec] x 8 (40)
- Rnd 27: [3 sc, dec] x 8 (32)
- Rnd 28: [2 sc, dec] x 8 (24)
- Rnd 29: [sc, dec] x 8 (16)
- Rnd 30: 8 dec, sc (9)
- Insert your hook to the FLO stitches (rnd 21) on the body Rnd 1-2 with grey yarn. Rnd 3-4 with black yarn.
- Rnd 1-4: ch 1, 12 sc, slst (12)
- Thread a needle with your yarn tail. Hide yarn tails
Monocle:
- Start with white yarn.
- Rnd 1: 7 sc in MR (7)
- Rnd 2: 7 inc (14)
- Rnd 3: [sc, inc] x 7 (21)
- Switch to grey yarn.
- Rnd 4: FLO 21 sc, slst (21)
- Cut the yarn. Leave a long yarn tail for sewing.
- Place the plastic eye on the monocle then place it on the front of the body with plastic eye between rnd 9 and rnd 10.
Strap:
- With black yarn.
- Rnd 1: ch 36, 35 hdc on chains (35)
- Rnd 2: 35 slst on the other side of chains (35)
ARMS (make two)
- Start with black yarn.
- Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR (5)
- Rnd 2: 4 inc, sc (9)
- Rnd 3: 9 sc (9)
- Rnd 4: [sc, dec] x 3 (6)
- Switch to yellow yarn.
- Rnd 5-10: (6 rnds) 6 sc (6)
- Cut the yarn. Leave a long tail. Thread a needle with your yarn tail and sew to the body at md 14.
Legs (make two):
- Start with black yarn.
- Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR (5)
- Rnd 2: 5 inc (10)
- Rnd 3: 10 sc (10)
- Switch to grey yarn.
- Rnd 4: 3 sc, 2 dec, 3 sc (8)
- Rnd 5: 8 sc (8)
- Cut the yarn. Leave a long yarn tail and sew to the bottom of the body.
Strap:
- Start with black yarn.
- Rnd 1: ch 31 (31)
- Cut the yarn. Leave a long tail. Thread a needle with your yarn tail and sew to the body
Remember, the key to cuteness is in the details! With a little creativity and these helpful tips, you’ll be crocheting adorable minions in no time.
Creating a cute Minion crochet pattern is a fun and rewarding project. With patience and practice, you’ll have a delightful handmade toy to cherish. So grab your yarn and hook, and start crocheting your very own Minion today!
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