Join the fun with ‘Crochet Amigurumi Bubu & Dudu’! Make adorable characters step-by-step, ideal for all skill levels, and enjoy!
Crocheting Amigurumi Bubu & Dudu brings a new level of enjoyment to yarn enthusiasts. Bubu and Dudu are charming and whimsical characters that make perfect gifts or delightful decorations. This easy-to-follow guide is suitable for various skill levels, ensuring everyone can join the fun. With vivid instructions and beautiful results, you’ll find the process both soothing and satisfying. Whether you’re looking to add a touch of handmade charm to your home or searching for a heartfelt project, Bubu & Dudu offer endless opportunities for creative expression. Enjoy the art of amigurumi with these lovable little figures.
Crochet Amigurumi Bubu & Dudu
How To Crochet Amigurumi Bubu & Dudu
Tools and Materials:
- Boreply cotton yarn
- A 3mm crochet hook
- Stuffing tool
- Scissors
- Needle
- 5 mm eye beads
Abbreviations:
- sc: single crochet
- inc: increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec: decrease
- st: stitch
Legs:
- Make a knot in a magic ring and do 6 sc in the ring.
- Slip stitch in the first stitch to close the round. Chain 1 to start the next round.
- Round 1: (1 sc, inc) x 3 (total: 9 stitches). Use the X stitch to prevent slanting.
- Round 2: Switch to white yarn for Dudu. With white yarn, sc in each stitch (total: 9 stitches).
- Repeat to make another leg.
- Chain 4 and slip stitch into the other leg to join them.
Body:
- Round 3: Chain 1, work 4 sc, 1 inc, 4 sc on the first leg, 4 sc into the back bumps of the chain, 4 sc, inc, 4 sc on the second leg, 4 sc in both loops of the chain (total: 28 stitches).
- Round 4: Sc in each stitch around.
- Round 5: (6 sc, inc) x 4 (total: 32 stitches).
- Rounds 6-9: Sc in each stitch around.
- Round 10: (6 sc, dec) x 4 using the invisible decrease method (total: 28 stitches).
Head:
- Chain 6.
- Round 1: Chain 1, flip the chain to the back, insert into the back bump, and do 1 inc, 4 sc, 4 sc in the last chain to turn around, 4 sc in both loops, 1 inc (total: 16 stitches).
- Round 2: Inc, 5 sc, 1 inc in the next 3 st, 5 sc, 2 inc.
- Round 3: (1 sc, inc, 5 sc), repeat (1 sc, inc) x 3, 5 sc, repeat (1 sc, inc) x 2 (total: 28 stitches).
- Round 14: 13 sc, (2 sc, dec) x 3, 3 sc, (2 sc, dec) x 3 (total: 34 stitches).
- Secure the eye beads between rounds 9 and 10, with 6 stitches between the eyes. Embroider a mouth on round 11.
Assembly:
- Stitch blush from rounds 10 to 13.
- Join the ears and inner ears together.
- Sew or glue ears onto the head between rounds 3 and 4.
- Attach the tail between rounds 5 and 6.
- Fill the body, head, and hands with polyester stuffing, then sew the head and body together.
- Sew on the arms.
Scarf (for Dudu):
- Chain 3, then chain 1 more and insert hook in the back bump.
- Make 2 half double crochets and 1 slip stitch to complete one side of the ribbon.
- Chain 20 for the scarf length.
- Repeat the initial steps to complete the other side of the ribbon. Attach it to Dudu.
Optional Accessories:
- Refer to the previous video for directions on crocheting hair or additional accessories like hats to enhance the characters' look.
This should guide you in crocheting Bubu and Dudu. Enjoy your crafting!