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Hello my friends! I am so excited to share my latest design with you: Niko & Poku the Capybaras! There is just something so wonderfully calm and charming about these gentle creatures that I couldn't resist bringing them to my hook. This design is actually very special to me because it was inspired by a fun experience from my trip to Japan last year. While I was there, I had the chance to visit a capybara café! When I walked in, there were two capybaras just sitting comfortably on couches, patiently waiting for visitors like myself to feed them carrot slices. They were so unbelievably relaxed, lounging around without a care in the world.I knew right then that I had to capture that peaceful, cuddly vibe in yarn! Niko & Poku are my crochet take on those sweet animals! I am happy to share the written pattern for free right here on the blog so you can start stitching your own capybara buddy today! If you'd like to complete the look with the adorable little crochet carrots, plus get a fully illustrated PDF pattern - complete with 40+ step-by-step illustrations, detailed schematics, and thorough instructions - be sure to check out the premium pattern listed on my store page. I hope Niko & Poku bring a little extra calm and joy to your hook this week. I can't wait to see your finished capybaras! Happy crocheting! You can purchase a downloadable AD-FREE PDF of the pattern in my store HERE! 11 pages with 40+ step-by step pictures, schematics and stitch tips designed to guide you through every stage of the project with ease! Here is what you need! YARN light yarn (3) MATERIALS 2.5 mm Crochet Hook Yarn Needle Polyester Fiber Fill Black Embroidery Thread DIMENSIONS Approximately 4 in (10 cm) long ABBREVIATIONS chain (ch) stitch (st) slip stitch (sl st) single crochet (sc) repeat (rep) SKILL LEVEL Beginner Head & Body With A. Rnd 1: Ch 6, 2 sc in 2nd ch from the hook, 1 sc in next 3 chs, 4 sc in last ch; keep working on the opposite side of the foundation chain, 1 sc in next 3 chs, 2 sc in next ch – 14 sc. Rnd 2: 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next 2 sts, 1 sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st – 18 sc. Rnd 3: 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 7 sts, 2 sc in next 2 sts, 1 sc in next 7 sts, 2 sc in next st – 22 sc. Rnd 4: With B, (1 sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep 7 times, 2 sc in next st – 30 sc. Rnds 5 - 7: 1 sc in each st around – 30 sc. Rnd 8: 2 sc in next 4 sts, 1 sc in next 22 sts, 2 sc in next 4 sts – 38 sc. Rnd 9: (1 sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep twice, 1 sc in next 22 sts, (2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 3 sts) rep twice – 42 sc. Rnds 10 - 12: 1 sc in each st around – 42 sc. Rnd 13: 1 sc in next 17 sts, sc2tog 4 times, 1 sc in next 17 sts – 38 sc. Rnd 14: 1 sc in next 18 sts, sc2tog, 1 sc in next 18 sts – 37 sc. Rnd 15: (1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) rep twice, 1 sc in next 29 sts, (2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next st) rep twice – 41 sc. Rnds 16 - 19: 1 sc in each st around – 41 sc. Begin stuffing and continue until piece is complete. Rnd 20: 1 sc in next 19 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, 1 sc in next 19 sts – 44 sc. Rnds 21 - 26: 1 sc in each st around – 44 sc. Rnd 27: Sc2tog, 1 sc in next 19 sts, sc2tog, 1 sc in next 21 sts – 42 sc. Rnd 28: 1 sc in each st around – 42 sc. Rnd 29: 1 sc in next 6 sts, (1 sc in next 8 sts, sc2tog) rep 3 times, 1 sc in next 6 sts – 39 sc. Rnd 30: 1 sc in next 6 sts, (1 sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog) rep 4 times, 1 sc in next 6 sts – 35 sc. Rnd 31: (1 sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 30 sc. Rnd 32: (1 sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 24 sc. Rnd 33: (1 sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 18 sc. Rnd 34: (1 sc in next st, sc2tog) rep around – 12 sc. Rnd 35: Sc2tog around – 6 sc. Fasten off, cut the yarn and weave in ends. Embroider the Nose, the Mouth and the Eyes. Ears (make two) With A, make a magic ring. Rnd 1: 3 sc in the ring – 3 sc; turn. Rnd 2: Ch 1, 1 sc in next st, sc2tog – 2 sc; turn. Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc2tog – 1 sc. Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing the Ears between Rnds 12 and 13, 6 sts apart. Legs (make four) With A, make a magic ring. Rnd 1: 8 sc in the ring – 8 sc. Rnds 2 - 4: 1 sc in each st around – 8 sc. Rnd 5: With B, (1 sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep twice – 10 sc. Rnds 6 - 7: 1 sc in each st around – 10 sc. Do not stuff the Leg. Flatten the last round and crochet through both layers, 1 sc in next 4 sts, 1 sl st in next st – 5 sts. Fasten off and leave a long tail of yarn. Sew the Legs to the bottom side of the Body. I can't wait to see your version of my CAPYBARA. Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook! Elisa This pattern is an original pattern by Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet. Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint it on your site. You may keep a copy for your own personal use but please DO NOT sell the pattern or distribute it. You may sell products made from this pattern but please clearly credit the design to me, Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet. Permission is NOT granted for mass production or factory manufacturing of any kind. Thank you!

Hello my friends! Meet Ruby the Tiger: The Newest Member of the Scarf Gang! There is something so special about watching a crochet collection grow, and today I am beyond excited to introduce you to the latest sweet friend to join the crew: Ruby the Tiger! If you’ve been following along with my designs, you already know how much I love this cozy little group. Ruby is joining her best pals in the Scarf Gang - Coco the Bunny, Theo the Reindeer, Rudy the Fox, Kyle the Crocodile, Zelda the Zebra, and Otto the Panda. Each character in this collection brings their own unique charm, and Ruby is here to add a warm, playful touch with her bright orange coat, sweet embroidered details, and bold black stripes. I’m happy to share the free crochet pattern for Ruby the Tiger right here on the blog so you can stitch up your very own tiger buddy today! Want to keep Ruby warm with her matching collection scarf and learn hot to surface crochet the tiger's stripes? The full instructions and detailed step-by-step illustrations are available in my Design Shop! Happy crocheting! You can purchase a downloadable AD-FREE PDF of the pattern in my store HERE! 15 pages with 50+ step-by step pictures, schematics and stitch tips designed to guide you through every stage of the project with ease! Here is what you need! YARN light yarn (3) MATERIALS 2.75 mm Crochet Hook Yarn Needle Polyester Fiber Fill Black Embroidery Thread 6 mm Plastic Safety Eyes DIMENSIONS Approximately 5 in (12.5 cm) long ABBREVIATIONS chain (ch) stitch (st) slip stitch (sl st) single crochet (sc) repeat (rep) SKILL LEVEL Beginner Head & Body With A, make a magic ring. Rnd 1: 8 sc in the ring – 8 sc. Rnd 2: 2 sc in next 3 sts; with B, 2 sc in next st ; with A , 2 sc in next 4 sts – 16 sc. Rnd 3: (1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) rep 3 times; with B, 1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; with A, (1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) rep 4 times – 24 sc. Rnd 4: (1 sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep 3 times; with B, 1 sc in next 2 sts, 1 sc with B and 1 sc with A in next st; keep working with A, (1 sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep 4 times – 32 sc. Rnd 5: (1 sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep 3 times; with B, 1 sc in next 3 sts; with A, 2 sc in next st, (1 sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep 4 times – 40 sc. Rnd 6: (1 sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep 3 times; with B, 1 sc in next 3 sts; with A, 1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, (1 sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep 4 times – 48 sc. Rnds 7 - 9: 1 sc in next 18 st; with B, 1 sc in next 3 sts; with A, 1 sc in next 27 sts – 48 sc. Rnds 10 - 11: 1 sc in next 18 st; with C, 1 sc in next 3 sts ; with A, 1 sc in next 27 sts – 48 sc.– 42 sc. Rnd 12: (1 sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep twice; with B, 1 sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 8 sts, 2 sc in next st; with A, (1 sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep three times, 1 sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st – 56 sc. Insert plastic safety eyes between Rnds 8 and 9, about 9 sts apart. Rnd 13: 1 sc in next 15 sts; with B, 1 sc in next 15 sts; with A, 1 sc in next 24 sts – 56 sc. Rnd 14: 1 sc in next 16 sts; with B, 1 sc in next 13 sts; with A, 1 sc in next 25 sts – 56 sc. Rnd 15: 1 sc in next 17 sts; with B, 1 sc in next 11 sts; with A, 1 sc in next 26 sts – 56 sc. Rnds 16 - 18: With A only, 1 sc in each st around – 56 sc. Embroider the Mouth line with black embroidery thread. Embroider the Eyebrows between Rnds 5 and 7 with black embroidery thread. Rnd 19: (1 sc in next 6 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep twice, 1 sc in next 6 sts; with B, 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 5 sts; with A, 1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, (1 sc in next 6 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep four times – 64 sc. Rnd 20: 1 sc in next 21 sts; with B, 1 sc in next 9 sts; with A, 1 sc in next 34 sts – 64 sc. Rnds 21 - 29: 1 sc in next 20 sts; with B, 1 sc in next 11 sts; with A, 1 sc in next 33 sts – 64 sc. Rnd 30: 1 sc in next 21 sts; with B, 1 sc in next 9 sts; with A, 1 sc in next 34 sts – 64 sc. Rnd 31: 1 sc in next 22 sts; with B, 1 sc in next 7 sts; with A, 1 sc in next 35 sts – 64 sc. Rnd 32: (1 sc in next 6 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 56 sc. Begin stuffing and continue until piece is complete. Rnd 33: (1 sc in next 5 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 48 sc. Rnd 34: (1 sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 40 sc. Rnd 35: (1 sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 32 sc. Rnd 37: (1 sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog) rep around – 24 sc. Rnd 38: (1 sc in next st, sc2tog) rep around – 16 sc. Rnd 39: Sc2tog around – 8 sc. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Thread tail through top of sts of last rnd. Pull tail to close opening and knot securely and weave in ends. The black stripes are created using the surface crochet technique. The head features two vertical stripes on top, along with horizontal stripes on each side of the face, while the body stripes run horizontally around the torso, leaving the front belly area open. Ears (make two) With A, make a magic ring. Rnd 1: 8 sc in the ring – 8 sc. Rnd 2: (q sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep twice – 10 sc. Rnd 3: 1 sc in each st around – 10 sc. Rnd 4: sc2tog around – 5 sc. Flatten the Ears and sew them onto the Head between Rnds 4 and 5. Front Legs (make two) With A, make a magic ring. Rnd 1: 10 sc in the ring – 10 sc. Rnds 2 - 3: 1 sc in each st around – 10 sc. Rnd 4: (1 sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog) rep twice – 8 sc. Rnd 5: 1 sc in each st around – 8 sc. Rnd 6: (1 sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog) rep twice – 6 sc. Rnds 7 - 9: 1 sc in each st around – 6 sc. Do not stuff the Arms. Sew them to the side of the Body, between Rnds 18 and 19. Back Legs (make two) With C, make a magic ring. Rnd 1: 8 sc in the ring – 8 sc. Rnd 2: (1 sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep twice – 10 sc. Rnds 3 - 6: 1 sc in st around – 10 sc. Rnd 7: With A, 1 sc in each st around – 10 sc. Rnd 8: 1 sc in each st around – 10 sc. Stuff the Legs. Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew the Legs to the bottom side of the Body, between Rnds 34 and 38. Tail With C, make a magic ring. Rnd 1: 8 sc in the ring – 8 sc. Rnds 2 - 3: 1 sc in each st around – 8 sc. Rnd 4: With A, (1 sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog) rep twice – 6 sc. Rnds 5 - 16: 1 sc in each st around – 6 sc. Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew the Tail to the bottom side of the Body, between Rnds 31 and 34. The black stripes on the tail are created using the surface crochet technique, worked horizontally along its length. I can't wait to see your version of my RUBY THE TIGER. Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook! Elisa This pattern is an original pattern by Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet. Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint it on your site. You may keep a copy for your own personal use but please DO NOT sell the pattern or distribute it. You may sell products made from this pattern but please clearly credit the design to me, Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet. Permission is NOT granted for mass production or factory manufacturing of any kind. Thank you!

Say hello to Lyla the Frog, the newest addition to my growing collection of crocheted animals! This cute little frog is a quick and super easy project, perfect for anyone who loves making adorable amigurumi. Lyla has a simple, friendly design that works beautifully with different yarn types and sizes. Whether you choose a classic cotton yarn for a small, neat frog or a thicker, plush yarn for a softer and chunkier version, the pattern adapts easily. It’s a fun way to experiment and create your very own personalized frog. This project is great for beginners who want to try amigurumi, but it’s also a relaxing and satisfying make for more experienced crocheters looking for a quick, cute project. Lyla can become a sweet handmade toy for little ones, a charming desk companion, or a thoughtful handmade gift. As always, I’m happy to share the free instructions here on the blog so everyone can enjoy making Lyla. If you prefer a more detailed version of the pattern, the paid PDF version is also available. It includes 12 pages of instructions with more than 40 step-by-step pictures, making it even easier to follow along and assemble your frog. The premium version also helps support my work as a designer, which I truly appreciate! I hope you enjoy making Lyla the Frog as much as I enjoyed designing her. Have fun playing with different yarns and colors - and don’t forget to give your frog its own personality! You can purchase a downloadable AD-FREE PDF of the pattern on my shop HERE ! 12 pages with 40+ step-by step pictures, extra instructions, and stitch tips designed to guide you through every stage of the project with ease! Here is what you need! YARN light yarn (3) MATERIALS 3.25 mm Crochet Hook 3.00 mm Crochet Hook Yarn Needle Polyester Fiber Fill Black Plastic Safety Eyes – 6 mm DIMENSIONS Approximately 3.5” x 4” (9 x 10 cm) ABBREVIATIONS chain (ch) stitch (st) slip stitch (sl st) single crochet (sc) puff st (ps) repeat (rep) skip (sk) SKILL LEVEL easy Disclosure. Most blog posts on this website contain affiliate links. This means I get a small commission if you click-through & purchase (no additional cost to you). HEAD & BODY With A, and bigger hook, make a magic ring. Rnd 1: Work 8 sc in the ring – 8 sc. Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around – 16 sc. Rnd 3: (sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 24 sc. Rnd 4: Sc in each st around – 24 sc. Rnd 5: (sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 32 sc. Rnd 6: Sc in each st around – 32 sc. Rnd 7: Sc in next 10 sts; with B, work in back loop only, sc in next 12 sts; with A, work in both loops now, sc in next 10 sts – 32 sc. Rnd 8: Sc in next 9 sts; with B, sc in next st, sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, sc in next st; with A, sc in next 9 sts – 28 sc. Rnd 9: Sc in next 9 sts; with B, sc in next 10 sts; with A, sc in next 9 sts – 28 sc. Rnd 10: (sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep 3 times; with B, working in front loop only, (sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) rep 5 times; with A, working in both loops now, (sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep 3 times – 39 sc. Rnds 11 - 12: Sc in next 12 sts; with B, sc in next 15 sts; with A, sc in next 12 sts – 39 sc. Rnd 13: (sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep 3 times; with B, (sc in next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep 3 times; with A, (sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st) rep 3 times – 48 sc. Rnds 14 - 15: Sc in next 15 sts; with B, sc in next 18 sts; with A, sc in next 15 sts – 48 sc. Rnd 16: (sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog) rep twice, sc in next 3 sts; with B, sc in next st, sc2tog, (sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog) rep twice, sc in next 3 sts; with A, sc in next st, sc2tog, (sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog) rep twice – 40 sc. Rnd 17: Sc in next 13 sts; with B, sc in next 15 sts; with A, sc in next 12 sts – 40 sc. Begin stuffing and continue until piece is complete. Rnd 18: (sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog) rep twice, sc in next 3 sts; with B, sc2tog, (sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog) rep twice, sc in next 3 sts; with A, sc2tog, (sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog) rep twice – 32 sc. Rnd 19: (sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog) rep three times; with B, (sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog) rep twice, sc in next 2 sts; with A, sc2tog, (sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog) rep twice – 24 sc. Rnd 20: (sc in next st, sc2tog) rep three times; with B, (sc in next st, sc2tog) rep three times; with A, (sc in next st, sc2tog) rep twice – 16 sc. Rnd 21: sc2tog three times; with B, sc2tog three times; with A, sc2tog twice – 8 sc. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Eyes (make two) With A, and bigger hook, make a magic ring. Rnd 1: Work 6 sc in the ring – 6 sc. Rnd 2: Sc in next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st – 7 sc. Fasten off leaving a long tail. Insert plastic safety Eyes, position the piece and sew it in place. Front LEGS (make 2) With A, and smaller hook, make a magic ring. Rnd 1: Work 6 sc in the ring – 6 sc. Rnd 2: Sc in next 2 sts, working in back loop only, sc in next 3 sts, working in both loops now, sc in next st – 6 sc. Rnds 3 - 10: Sc in each st around – 6 sc. Fasten off leaving a long tail. Do not stuff the Leg. TOES With A and smaller hook Facing the bottom side of the Front Leg, insert the hook into the 1st front loop on the right – ch 1, ps in the same st, sl st into the same st; sl st into the next front loop st, ps in the same st, sl st into the same st; sl st into the next front loop st, ps in the same st, sl st into the same st. Fasten off, cut and weave in ends. Sew the Legs onto the Body. Back Legs (make 2) With A, and smaller hook, make a magic ring. Rnd 1: Work 8 sc in the ring – 8 sc. Rnd 2: (sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 12 sc. Rnd 3: (sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 18 sc. Rnd 4: Sc in each st around – 18 sc. UPPER SECTION OF THE LEG Rnd 5: 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog twice, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st, sk next 8 sts, join to 1st st of the Rnd – 10 sc. Rnd 6: 2 sc in next st, sc in next 8 sts, 2 sc in next st – 12 sc. Rnd 7: (sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) rep around – 18 sc. Rnd 8: Sc in each st around – 18 sc. Stuff the Upper section of the Leg lightly. Row 9: Flatten last rnd and crochet through both layers, sc in next 9 sts – 9 sc. Fasten off and leave a long tail. LOWER SECTION OF THE LEG Rnd 5: 2 sc in the 1st unworked st of Rnd 4 of the Leg, sc in next st, sc2tog twice, sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, join to 1st st of this Rnd – 8 sc. Rnds 6 - 7: Sc in each st around – 8 sc. Stuff the Lower section of the Leg lightly. Rnd 8: Sc in next 3 sts, sc2tog, sc in next 3 sts – 7 sc. Rnd 9: Sc2tog, working in back loop only, sc in next 3 sts, working in both loops now, sc2tog – 5 sc. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. TOES With A and smaller hook Facing the bottom side of the Lower Leg, insert the hook into the 1st front loop on the right – ch 1, ps in the same st, sl st into the same st; sl st into the next front loop st, ps in the same st, sl st into the same st; sl st into the next front loop st, ps in the same st, sl st into the same st. Fasten off, cut the yarn and weave in ends. Position the Back Legs onto the Body and sew the last Row of the Upper Section in place. I can't wait to see your version of my LYLA THE FROG. Feel free to tag me (@elisascrochet) in your photos on Instagram or Facebook! Elisa This pattern is an original pattern by Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet. Please do not claim this pattern as your own. If you wish to share this pattern, you may link to this pattern but please do not reprint it on your site. You may keep a copy for your own personal use but please DO NOT sell the pattern or distribute it. You may sell products made from this pattern but please clearly credit the design to me, Elisa Sartori of Elisa's Crochet. Permission is NOT granted for mass production or factory manufacturing of any kind. Thank you!