The image presents a meticulously crafted crochet doll inspired by Puss in Boots, the beloved character from the Shrek series, known for his adventurous spirit and stylish attire. This handmade creation features a detailed black hat with a red band, a white feather, and a black belt with a buckle, all crafted with precision using orange, white, and black yarn. The doll’s expressive face, complete with whiskers and safety eyes, captures the character’s playful charm, making it a delightful piece for fans and a testament to the skill of amigurumi artisans.
This Puss in Boots crochet doll showcases how fandom can inspire intricate crafting projects, blending cinematic inspiration with the traditional art of crocheting. The careful selection of colors and the addition of iconic accessories like the hat and belt reflect the creator’s dedication to authenticity, appealing to collectors and enthusiasts alike. Such works highlight the versatility of crochet as a medium to celebrate and preserve beloved characters.
Worsted weight yarn in orange, white, black, and red
3.5 mm crochet hook
9 mm safety eyes
Black embroidery thread for whiskers
Yarn needle
Polyester fiberfill
Stitch markers
Small white yarn ball for feather
Abbreviations
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in next stitch)
dec: decrease (sc 2 together)
sl st: slip stitch
st(s): stitch(es)
Head
Using orange yarn:
Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6 sts)
Round 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
Round 3: [sc, inc] repeat around (18 sts)
Rounds 4-8: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Install safety eyes between rounds 5 and 6, 5 sts apart. Embroider whiskers with black thread.
Stuff head firmly.
Round 9: [sc, dec] repeat around (12 sts)
Round 10: dec around (6 sts), fasten off and weave in ends.
Body
Using white yarn:
Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6 sts)
Round 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
Round 3: [sc, inc] repeat around (18 sts)
Rounds 4-6: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Change to orange yarn:
Rounds 7-10: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Stuff body.
Round 11: [sc, dec] repeat around (12 sts)
Round 12: dec around (6 sts), fasten off and leave tail for sewing to head.
Arms (Make 2)
Using white yarn:
Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6 sts)
Rounds 2-5: sc in each st around (6 sts)
Change to orange yarn:
Rounds 6-7: sc in each st around (6 sts)
Fasten off and leave tail for sewing to body.
Legs (Make 2)
Using black yarn for boots:
Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6 sts)
Rounds 2-3: sc in each st around (6 sts)
Change to orange yarn:
Rounds 4-6: sc in each st around (6 sts)
Fasten off and leave tail for sewing to body.
Hat
Using black yarn:
Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring (6 sts)
Round 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
Round 3: [sc, inc] repeat around (18 sts)
Rounds 4-5: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Change to red yarn for band:
Round 6: sc in each st around (18 sts)
Fasten off and leave tail for sewing. Attach small white yarn ball as feather.
Belt
Using black yarn:
Ch 20, sl st to join into a ring. Add a small silver buckle detail with yarn needle.
Fasten off and leave tail for sewing around body.
Assembly
Sew head to body.
Attach arms to sides of body at round 7.
Sew legs to bottom of body.
Place hat on head and secure with yarn needle.
Wrap belt around body and sew in place.
Weave in all ends.
Finishing
Ensure all parts are securely stuffed and sewn. Adjust hat and feather placement to match the character’s look.
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