• R1: 6 sc into a magic circle (6 sts)
  • Alternate way to begin: chain 2, sc 6 times in 2nd chain from hook {6 sts}
  • R2: (inc) 6 times {12 sts}
  • R3: (inc, sc in next 3 sts) 3 times {15 sts}
  • R4: (inc, sc in next 4 sts) 3 times {18 sts}
  • R5: (inc, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times {24 sts}
  • R6: (inc, sc in next 3 sts) 6 times {30 sts}
  • R7: (inc, sc in next 4 sts) 6 times {36 sts}

    Mark Rd 9 with a stitch marker - this is where you'll place the eyes later in the pattern.

  • R8-11: sc in next 36 sts {36 sts}
  • R12: (inc, sc in next 5 sts) 6 times {42 sts}
  • R13: (dec, sc in next 5 sts) 6 times {36 sts}
  • R14: sc in next 36 sts {36 sts}
  • R15: (dec, sc in next 4 sts) 6 times {30 sts}
  • R16: sc in next 30 sts {30 sts}
  • Place 12mm eyes between R9 and R10, leaving 5 stitches between the eyes.
  • Sew the muzzle on between R8 and R12. The nose should be in line with the eyes.
  • Using a yarn needle, go up through a stitch of the head and muzzle.
  • And then go down through a stitch of the muzzle and the head.
  • Secure the eyes and begin to stuff the head. Continue as you crochet.
  • R17: (dec, sc in next 3 sts) 6 times {24 sts}
  • R18: (dec, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times {18 sts}
  • R19: (dec, sc in next st) 6 times {12 sts}
  • R20: (dec) 6 times {6 sts}
  • Fasten off and leave a long piece of yarn to sew the head shut. Weave the rest of the yarn into the head. Set aside until assembly.
  • Watch This Video For A Clean Finish On Your Amigurumi Piece: https://youtu.be/uqBazQafZd8