This pattern was designed in May 2021 for Kelly Limerick’s physical crochet course, which covered particular learning goals to encourage independence in the maker. Therefore, learning notes are included in the pattern to facilitate understanding of how curves are formed, that can then be incorporated into your own designs. The PDF pattern was released online in June 2024.

A learning project for those with a foundation in crochet basics.

This pattern is written in a HYBRID format, with Japanese symbols but in-line; full text instructions are also provided for those not comfortable with symbol charts.

RECOMMENDED MATERIALS & TOOLS
• Crochet Hook 3/0 (2.25mm)
• Cotton DK Yarn (2 colours)
• Polyester stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

LEARNING GOALS
• ‘Migrating’ stitches left and right using inc and dec
• Creating a curving effect using long stitches (hdc, dc)
• Joining up converging modules at centre with crochet
• Changing colours for stripes using slip-stitch-chain method

INCLUDED
• Illustrated diagram of how to make the Magic Ring in the Japanese way (will not loosen over time)
• Photo instructions on how to end each row with sl st and ch (Japanese amigurumi method)
• Photo instructions on how to change colours seamlessly for stripes