Crochet Whimsical Wombat Lovey Blanket Free Pattern

Crochet Whimsical Wombat Lovey Blanket Free Pattern

This crochet lovey combines a cute wombat head with a cozy blanket body, enhancing both the cuddly factor and playability for little ones. It’s simple enough for beginners and uses basic stitches. Let’s get crocheting!

Materials Needed:

• Medium-weight yarn (Super Soft 100% Acrylic) - 1 skein in brown, 1 skein in beige
• 4.0 mm (G) crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Safety eyes (9 mm)
• Stuffing (polyester fiberfill)

Gauge:

8 hdc = 2 inches, 6 rows = 2 inches in half double crochet (hdc).

Abbreviations:

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

Instructions:

Head:

1. With brown yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 6 sc in the magic ring (6).
3. Round 2: 2 sc in each st around (12).
4. Round 3: *1 sc, 2 sc in next st* repeat around (18).
5. Round 4: *2 sc, 2 sc in next st* repeat around (24).
6. Rounds 5-8: sc in each st around (24).
7. Round 9: *2 sc, sc2tog* repeat around (18).
8. Stuff the head lightly and continue with the next round.
9. Round 10: *1 sc, sc2tog* repeat around (12).
10. Round 11: sc2tog around (6). Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Ears (make 2):

1. With beige yarn, ch 5.
2. Row 1: sc in second ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in last 2 ch. Turn.
3. Row 2: ch 1, sc in same st, 2 dc in next, hdc in next, sc in last. Fasten off.

Body Blanket:

1. With brown yarn, ch 30.
2. Row 1: hdc in each ch across (30).
3. Rows 2-20: hdc in each st across. Change to beige yarn in the last row.
4. Finish the border with hdc all around for a neat finish.

Assembly:

1. Attach safety eyes to the head.
2. Sew the ears to the sides of the head.
3. Position the head at one corner of the body blanket and sew in place.
4. Weave in all ends.

Final Touches:

Your whimsical wombat lovey is now complete! This charming blanket is perfect for snuggling, gifting, or even for playtime. Enjoy crocheting!