Crochet Caterpillar Lovey Throw
The Crochet Caterpillar Lovey Throw is an absolute delight! This charming and cozy throw features a lovable caterpillar design that will bring warmth and comfort to any space. Its colorful and textured details make it not only a practical blanket but also a fun and whimsical addition to your home decor. Whether you're snuggling up on the couch or looking for a unique gift for a loved one, this lovey throw is sure to bring a smile to your face every time you use it. Get ready to experience the warmth and joy of the Crochet Caterpillar Lovey Throw!
Materials:
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Pink
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Spring Green
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Jade
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Bright Yellow
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Orange
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Glowworm
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Delft Blue
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Buff
–Red Heart Super Saver in Black
–Red Heart Super Saver in White
–H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors
–Polyfil
NOTES:
-This project uses less than 200 yards of yarn.
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Weave in all the ends as you go so you don’t have to weave them all in at the very end.
-The measurements for this Lovey is 18 inches but you can make yours as big as you’d like!
Special stitches:
- Ch(s): chain(s)
- YO: Yarn Over
- St(s): Stitch(es)
- BLO: Back Loops Only
- prev.: Previous
- Sl st: slip stitch
- SC: Single Crochet
- SC2TOG: Single crochet decrease
- DC: Double Crochet
Pattern:
Lovey:
Ch 4
Rnd 1: 2 DC in 4th Ch from hook, [Ch 2, 3 DC in same CH] 3 times, ch 1, SC in beg. ch 3, Ch 2, Turn.
Rnd 2: DC in same corner sp, *DC in each st until next corner, [2DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in corner, repeat from * around put 2 DC around SC from previous round to finish off beg. corner. Ch 1, SC in Ch 2, Ch 2, Turn.
Round 3-15: Repeat Round 2 Change colors after Round 13
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
Eyes:
With White
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Embroider Black Dots for the pupils
Antennae: Make 2
With Yellow
Ch 2
Work in BLO and in continuous rounds
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
Rnd 4-8: SC in each st around. (6)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Head:
With Glow Worm
Ch 2
Work in BLO and in continuous rounds
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnds 5-6: SC in each st around. (24)
Rnd 7: [2SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)
Rnd 8: SC in each st around. (30)
Rnd 9: [2SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)
Rnds 10-11: SC in each st around. (36)
Assembly Step:
Sew on the antennae and the eyes
Continue crocheting the head
Rnd 12: [SC2TOG, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (30)
Rnd 13: [SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 14: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)
Stuff Head
Rnd 15: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)
Rnd 16: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Feet: Make 6
With Jade
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Body Circles:
Make 1 in Buff (4 Rounds)
Make 1 in Pumpkin (4 Rounds)
Make 1 in Spring Green (3 Rounds)
Make 1 in Yellow (2 Rounds)
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to 1st SC, ch 1. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around, Sl st to 1st SC, ch 1. (12)
Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times, sl st to 1st SC, ch 1. (18)
Rnd 4: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times, Sl st to 1st SC. (24)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Assembly Step:
Sew Body to Lovey and all the body pieces as well. Use the photos as a guide to sew on your pieces.
Enjoy!!