Dive into the enchanting world of legendary creatures with our adorable Chubby Nessie crochet pattern! This charming Loch Ness Monster amigurumi is designed to bring a smile to anyone’s face, whether it’s for a child’s toy or a whimsical addition to your home decor. Crafted with soft, plush yarn, this little cryptid is quick to make and endlessly huggable.
Craft Your Own Mythical Companion
Imagine the delight of creating your very own Nessie, a creature of mystery and charm, right from your hook. This pattern offers a rewarding experience for crocheters of all levels, resulting in a unique handmade treasure. It’s perfect for gifting to a cryptozoology enthusiast or keeping as a special, squishy friend.
Chunky chenille yarn in Variegated Green/Blue/Teal (BNC)
Chunky chenille yarn in White (AC)
4.5mm crochet hook
6mm safety eyes
Black embroidery floss
Fiberfill stuffing
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
Scissors
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
sc: Single Crochet
inc: Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec: Decrease (sc 2 together)
ch: Chain
st(s): Stitch(es)
Rnd: Round
FO: Fasten Off
sl st: Slip Stitch
Instructions
All parts are worked in continuous rounds unless otherwise specified. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the first stitch of each round.
Head (MC – Dark Green)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: (inc) x6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
Rnd 5-8: sc around (24) (4 rounds)
Rnd 9: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Insert safety eyes between Rnd 6 and 7, about 4-5 stitches apart. Embroider a small white highlight next to each eye and a smile below the eyes.
Rnd 10: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
Stuff the head firmly.
Rnd 11: (dec) x6 (6)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Close the opening.
Neck (BNC – Variegated Green/Blue/Teal)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: (inc) x6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x6 (18)
Rnd 4-14: sc around (18) (11 rounds)
Stuff the neck as you go.
Rnd 15: (2 sc, dec) x6 (12)
Rnd 16: sc around (12)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Body (BNC – Variegated Green/Blue/Teal)
Ch 15.
Rnd 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 13 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Continue on other side of chain: sc in next 12 ch, 2 sc in last ch (before the first sc) (30)
Rnd 2: inc, 12 sc, inc x3, 12 sc, inc x2 (36)
Rnd 3-10: sc around (36) (8 rounds)
Stuff the body firmly as you go.
Rnd 11: (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
Rnd 12: (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Rnd 13: (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Rnd 14: (sc, dec) x6 (12)
FO, leave a long tail for sewing. Close the opening.
Flippers (Make 4 – MC – Dark Green)
Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR (6)
Rnd 2: (inc) x6 (12)
Rnd 3-4: sc around (12)
Rnd 5: (sc, dec) x4 (8)
Lightly stuff. Pinch opening flat and sc across to close (4 sc).
FO, leave a long tail for sewing.
Back Spikes (Make 7-9 – AC – White)
Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR (5)
Rnd 2: sc around (5)
FO, leave a tail for sewing. Do not stuff.
Assembly
Sew the head (MC) to the narrower end of the neck (BNC).
Sew the wider end of the neck (BNC) to the front/top of the body (BNC).
Sew the four flippers (MC) to the sides of the body (BNC), two towards the front and two towards the back. Position them with the flat, closed edge against the body.
Sew the white back spikes (AC) evenly along the top ridge of the body, from the base of the neck to the tail end.
