Crocheting an eggplant might sound quirky, but it’s an adorable project for anyone who loves amigurumi or adding cute, handmade items to their collection. Whether you’re a crochet enthusiast looking to expand your skills or just want to create something unique, an eggplant is a simple yet fun choice. In this guide, Fanycrafts will walk you through all the steps to make a lovely eggplant crochet pattern from scratch, then give this gift to your friends.
How to create Lovely Eggplant Crochet Pattern
Eggplants are a fantastic choice for crochet projects because of their recognizable shape and color. Plus, they make great gifts, keychains, or playful home decor. Their simplicity makes them ideal for beginners, but they’re still versatile enough for more experienced crocheters to add their own flair.
Before we start, let’s gather everything you need to make your crocheted eggplant. For a lovely eggplant, you’ll need two colors of yarn:
- Purple for the bodyGreen for the stem and leaves
- A worsted-weight yarn (medium 4) is perfect for this project, but you can adjust the size by using different weights.
For this pattern, a 3.5mm (E-4) hook is recommended. However, you can use a larger or smaller hook depending on your preferred eggplant size.
You’ll also need:
- Stuffing material (polyester fiberfill)
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
- A yarn needle for sewing the parts together
To crochet an eggplant, you’ll need to know some basic stitches and techniques, but don’t worry if you’re still learning—this pattern is beginner-friendly!
Basic stitches you should know:
- Single Crochet (sc)
- Increase (inc)
- Decrease (dec)
- Slip Stitch (sl st)
- Magic Circle: This is key for starting your crochet in the round.
- Invisible Decreases: For a smooth, round shape without bumps.
See more crochet pattern: Pretty Star Crochet Pattern
Chart Instructions Lovely Eggplant Crochet Pattern
Body:
- R1: MR 6x
- R2: 6v
- R3: 6(x, v)
- R4: 6(x, v, x)
- R5: 24x
- R6: 6(3x, v)
- R7-8: 30x
- R9: 6(2x, v, 2x)
- R10: 36x
- R11: 2(3x, v), 10(x, v), 2(3x, v)
- R12: 10x, 10(x, v, x), 10x
- R13-17: 60x
- R18: 6(4x, a, 4x)
- R19: 54x
- R20: 9(2x, a, 2x)
- R21: 9(3x, a)
- R22: 9(x, a, x)
- R23: 9(x, a)
- R24: 9a
- R25: 3(x, a)
Hands x2: 5CH, insert needle into stitch 2, SL, X, T, F, sew at about R9-R12.
Leaf:
- R1: MR 5x
- R2: 6v
- R3: 5[(4CH, 5E), 4CH, SL]
Stem: 13CH, needle inserted into tip 2, 12SL
Tips:
- For a more realistic look, you can add a small amount of stuffing to the body.
- You can adjust the size of the eggplant by adding or subtracting rows.
- For a different color eggplant, simply use a different color yarn.
If your eggplant looks lopsided, make sure you’re stuffing it evenly and following the pattern correctly. Keeping your tension consistent also helps. If your stitches are too loose, try using a smaller hook size or tightening your grip on the yarn.
By following these guidelines and experimenting with different techniques, you can create beautiful and unique eggplant crochet patterns. Enjoy your crochet project! In addition, you can refer to many other crochet patterns from Fanycrafts at the All Crochet Patterns blog.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You’ve just crocheted a lovely eggplant. This project is perfect for beginners and a great way to explore the world of amigurumi. Once you’ve mastered this pattern, feel free to experiment with colors, sizes, and details to make each creation unique.
