Fun Creative Travel-Friendly Mini Puzzle Game

Materials Needed:

• Acrylic medium weight yarn in multiple colors (around 200 yards total)
• Size G/4.0mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle
• Small buttons or beads for game pieces

Abbreviations:

• ch - chain
• sc - single crochet
• sl st - slip stitch
• dc - double crochet

Instructions:

Base:

1. Create a slip knot and chain 12. 2. Row 1: In the 2nd chain from hook, sc across (11 sc). Turn. 3. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. 4. Repeat Row 2 until the piece measures about 7 inches long. Fasten off.

Game Board Frame:

1. With a new color yarn, attach yarn at one corner of the base. 2. Ch 1, sc around the entire edge of the board, placing 3 sc in each corner. Join with a sl st to the first sc. Fasten off.

Game Pieces:

1. For each game piece, create a small circle: - Magic ring, ch 1, 6 sc in the ring. Tighten the ring. Join with a sl st. - Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each sc around (12 sc). Join with a sl st. - Round 3: Ch 1, *sc in next st, 2 sc in next st* repeat around (18 sc). Finish off leaving a long tail for sewing. 2. Make 6 pieces in one color and 6 in another color. You can alternate colors or patterns as desired.

Button Finishing Touch:

1. Sew buttons or beads onto each piece for a decorative element or to ensure they can be identified easily.

Assembly:

1. Use your small game pieces to play and enjoy the fun of this portable puzzle game!

Customization Ideas:

- Change up the colors to create themed games. - Use different motifs or shapes for your game pieces instead of circles, - Add embroidery or appliqué designs to personalize your board.

Enjoy Your Game!

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