Amigurumi Squid
by Alison Grenier
This pattern is also available as a Ravelry Pattern Download with extra pictures and prettier format, go find Pepperberry on Ravelry, or search for this pattern. :)
Supplies
Size F/3.75mm crochet hook
Small amount worsted weight yarn
Yarn or Tapestry Needle
Lint Roller
Notes
This pattern uses American Standard abbreviations.
*If you find yourself with “drifting cables” phenomenon, where everything seems to be drifting to the right as you work around, there is a simple solution to this. “Skip” the first hdc after each cable (you’re not supposed to be crocheting there anyway, but it can get confusing to switch back and forth from post to non-post stitches) and work an “extra” hdc into the first stitch of the upcoming cable. It will correct the drift. If you’re getting drift, it basically means you’re extra picky about where you form your stitches. ;)*
This pattern uses the Crab Stitch to finish the top of the case. Basically, if you’re a righty and normally work right to left, you’re going to work left to right along the top of the case. If you normally work left to right, reverse it. The crab stitch is a fantastic bordering/finishing stitch.
Finished Measurements / Gauge
The case measures 5.25 inches (about 13 cm) long by 2.75 inches (about 7 cm) wide. Slightly over 4 hdc to the inch.
Abbreviations Used In This Pattern
ch chain
sc single crochet
st(s) stitch(es)
slst Slip stitch
hdc Half-double crochet
fphdc Front Post Half-double crochet: Rather than inserting your hook into the top of the stitch (the way you would normally form a stitch), insert your hook from front to back under the stitch, then form the stitch as normal.
Fpdc See above, but forming a dc.
* Repeat instructions in stars indicated number of times.
PATTERN
CASE
Do not turn at the end of rows.
Turning chains count as the first stitch of the row.
Ch 32. Join with sl st to form a loop.
Row 1 ch1, sc around. Join with sl st to ch1.
Row 2 ch2, hdc in next sc. *Fphdc next 4 sc, sc hdc in next 4 sc* 3 times. Fphdc in next 4 sc, hdc in next 2 sc. Join with slst to turning chain.
Row 3 ch2. Hdc in next sc. SKIP next 2 fphdc. Fpdc the next 2 fphdc. Now, GO BACK and Fpdc the 2 skipped fphdc. That forms your cable (see how the fphdcs are “crossed”?) *Hdc in next 4 hdc. Skip next 2 fphdc. Fpdc the next 2 fphdc. Go back and fpdc the 2 sk’d fphdc* 3 times. Hdc in last 2 sts. Join with sl s to turning chain.
Rows 4–18 Repeat rows 2 and 3.
Row 19 Ch 2. Hdc around. Join with sl st to top of turning chain.
Row 20 Ch 2. Hdc around. Join with sl st to top of turning chain.
Row 21 Ch 1. Crab stitch around.
Fasten off. Weave in end. Sew bottom of case closed.
TIE
Ch 52.
Row 1 Hdc in 3rd ch from hook. Hdc across. Fasten off. Weave in end.
FINISHING
Use your hook to pull the TIE through the first row of hdcs in the case to form a drawstring. Enjoy!
