Create a delightful Fluffy Monkey amigurumi that is sure to bring smiles! Perfect for cuddles and playtime, this whimsical monkey features soft textures and an adorable design. Ideal for both kids and adults who appreciate handmade treasures.

Fluffy Monkey Amigurumi

Materials:

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in gray (approx. 100g), orange (approx. 50g), and cream (approx. 30g)
• Crochet Hook: Size G-6 (4.00 mm)
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Safety eyes (10mm)
• Tapestry needle for weaving ends
• Scissors

Gauge: 4 inches = 16 single crochets. To measure, crochet a swatch of 10 stitches and 10 rows in single crochet. Measure the swatch and adjust your hook size if necessary to meet gauge.

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• inc = increase (2 sc in one stitch)
• dec = decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
• sl st = slip stitch

Body:

1. Using gray yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 6 sc in the magic ring. (6)
3. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
4. Round 3: (1 sc, inc) around. (18)
5. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
6. Rounds 5-12: Sc around for 8 rounds. (24)
7. Round 13: (2 sc, dec) around. (18)
8. Round 14: (1 sc, dec) around. (12)
9. Stuff the body with fiberfill.
10. Round 15: Dec around. (6)
11. Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew closed. Weave through stitches and pull tight.

Head:

1. Using gray yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 6 sc in the magic ring. (6)
3. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
4. Round 3: (1 sc, inc) around. (18)
5. Round 4: (2 sc, inc) around. (24)
6. Rounds 5-10: Sc around for 6 rounds. (24)
7. Round 11: (2 sc, dec) around. (18)
8. Round 12: (1 sc, dec) around. (12)
9. Insert safety eyes and stuff head lightly.
10. Round 13: Dec around. (6)
11. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Sew the head to the body.

Arms (Make 2):

1. Using orange yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 6 sc in the magic ring. (6)
3. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
4. Rounds 3-5: Sc around for 3 rounds. (12)
5. Round 6: (1 sc, dec) around. (8)
6. Stuff lightly and fasten off, leaving a long tail. Sew arms to body.

Legs (Make 2):

1. Using orange yarn, make a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 6 sc in the magic ring. (6)
3. Round 2: Inc in each stitch around. (12)
4. Rounds 3-6: Sc around for 4 rounds. (12)
5. Round 7: (1 sc, dec) around. (8)
6. Stuff lightly and fasten off, leaving a long tail. Sew legs to bottom of the body.

Ears (Make 2):

1. Using gray yarn, ch 5.
2. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and in next 2 ch, 3 sc in last ch. (Turning to work on opposite side) Sc in next 2 ch. (8)
3. Row 2: Sc around. (8)
4. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Sew ears to head.

Face Details:

1. Using cream yarn, create a small oval for the muzzle. Sew it to the face.
2. Embroider a small smile and any other face details using black yarn.

Finishing:

1. Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle.
2. Optionally, block your pieces by lightly steaming with an iron on a low setting.
3. Add any additional accessories (like a tiny scarf) for personalization!

Your Fluffy Monkey is now complete! Enjoy cuddling and sharing this delightful creation.

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