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Right and left hand video tutorials available for this pattern in the pattern example above. Watch the step-by-step video

Make a slipknot and chain 7

R1: sc in the 2nd chain from hook, sc in next 5 ch sts,

Working down the other side of the chain

sc in next 6 ch sts {12 sts}

We’re working in continuous rounds.

R2: (inc, sc) 6 times {18 sts}

R3: (inc, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times {24 sts}

R4: sc in next 24 sts {24 sts}

R5: (inc, sc in next 3 sts) 6 times {30 sts}

R6: (dec, sc in next 3 sts) 6 times {24 sts}

R7: sc in next 24 sts {24 sts}

R8: (dec, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times {18 sts}

R9: sc in next 18 sts {18 sts}

Watch the step-by-step video tutorial for the ears.

R10 we’re making the ears. Using stitch markers, mark the back loops only of the 4th and 8th stitch. All ear stitches will be worked into the marked front loop. I suggest marking the first sc and last sc of each ear as it’s helpful for R11.

R10: sc in next 3 sts, [ear: in next flo, sc, hdc, dc, ch 1, hdc, sc all in the same stitch], sc in next 3 sts, [ear: in next flo, sc, hdc, dc, ch 1, hdc, sc all in the same stitch], sc in next 10 sts {18 sts} counting the marked back loops, not the flo stitches of the ears.

For R11: As we work this round, we will work into the back loops that we marked for R10 and not into the marked stitches of the ear.

Watch the step-by-step video tutorial for R11.

After you work into the marked back loop, reach your hook over into the next stitch - the one next to your marked ear stitch.

R11: sc in next 3 sts, sc into marked back loop st, sc in next 3 sts, sc into marked back loop st, sc in next 10 sts {18 sts}

R12: (inc, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times {24 sts}

Feel free to mark R13 for help with snout and eye placement later.

R13-14: sc in next 24 sts {24 sts}

R15: (inc, sc in next 3 sts) 6 times {30 sts}

R16: sc in next 30 sts {30 sts}

R17: (dec, sc in next 3 sts) 6 times {24 sts}

For R18, we’ll be crocheting small bobbles, bobbles and the tail. All bobbles will be worked in the front loops only.

Watch the step-by-step video tutorial for R18.

R18: sc in next 2 sts, flo bobble, sc in next 3 sts, flo small bobble, sc in next 3 sts, flo small bobble, sc in next 3 sts, flo bobble, sc in next 7 sts [tail: ch 6, make 3 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 3 sc in next 4 ch sts], sc in next 2 sts {24 sts}

Secure your working yarn. Pop out your bobbles.

Watch the step-by-step video tutorial for safety eyes and snout.

Place the snout between R14 and R15 and pin in place.

Take each tail and weave it through to the inside of the head and make a double knot on the inside of the head. The snout will be secure but loose. If this bothers you, dab of dot of fabric glue on the back of the snout when you’re done crocheting. Let it dry.

Place 14mm safety eyes between R14 and R15, next to the snout, leaving 2 or 3 stitches open between the eyes. Secure safety eyes.

For R19, hold tail down and crochet over top of it, reaching over to the last 2 sts

R19: (dec, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times {18 sts}

R20: (dec, sc) 6 times {12 sts}

R21: (dec) 6 times {6 sts}

Watch the step-by-step video tutorial for fastening off.

Fasten off and leave a long piece of yarn to sew the body shut.

Weave the tail into the top of the head and slowly pull the yarn through.

Watch the step-by-step video tutorial for forming the cup.

Roll/tuck the cup in as you go until you reach the ears.

This makes a sturdy cup for desk supplies!

I hope you enjoy your desk buddy!!

Fill your friend with desk supplies.

Fill your friend with candy.

Fill your friend with faux flowers!

If you like Pig Desk Buddy, make sure to check out my Frog Desk Buddy Free Crochet Pattern.