Crochet An Adorable Mini Pig: Free Pattern

ByEmila Lorein

Welcome, fellow yarn enthusiasts, to a delightful journey into creating the most charming mini pig! Here at Crochetto, we’re thrilled to present this fantastic free master class by the talented Anna Slesenko. This pattern is perfect for those with basic crochet skills, promising a quick and incredibly rewarding project. Imagine a tiny pig, just 5.5 cm long and 3-3.5 cm tall, ready to bring a smile to anyone’s face. Let’s gather our supplies and dive into the wonderful world of crochet patterns!

Finished Mini Pig Crochet Toy

Materials You’ll Need

  • Necessary yarn (YarnArt DOLCE)
  • Hook (3.5-4 mm)
  • Filler
  • Eyes (half beads)
  • Dry pastel, shadows (for toning)

Abbreviations

Familiarize yourself with these standard crochet abbreviations:

  • Ch: Chain stitch
  • Sl st: Slip stitch
  • Sc: Single crochet
  • Inc: Increase (two single crochet stitches in the same stitch)
  • Dec: Decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
  • Dc: Double crochet
  • Hdc: Half double crochet
  • 2ch, 6sc: Chain 2, work 6sc into the second chain from the hook
  • = …: Number of sc at the end of the row

Important Pattern Notes

This adorable toy is crocheted entirely in one piece. The legs, ears, and tail are all worked directly into the main body, making for a seamless and fun project!

Let’s Get Started: The Crochet Pattern

Follow these instructions precisely to create your mini pig. Remember to count your stitches at the end of each round to ensure accuracy.

Round 1: 2ch, 8sc

Round 2: 8sc

Round 3: 8inc = 16sc

Crochet Pig Body in Progress

Round 4: 4sc, then ear, chain 3, sl st into the base, 4sc, then ear, chain 3, sl st into the base, 4sc, then leg (3dc together), 2sc, leg (3dc together).

Round 5-7: 16sc

Round 8: 13sc, leg (3dc together), 2sc, leg (3dc together) = 16sc

Round 9: 6sc, tail (2ch, sl st into the base), 10sc = 16sc

Round 19: 8dec = 8sc. You can finish at this stage or crochet further:

Round 20: 2dec = 6sc. Fasten off, cut the yarn, pull the opening tight, hide the yarn in the fabric.

Detailed View of Crochet Pig Features

Finishing Touches

To give your mini pig its charming character, consider these optional steps:

  • Make a simple tightening (under the snout, eye, under the snout).
  • Glue on the eyes.
  • Tone the ears and snout using dry pastel or shadows for added depth.

That’s it! Your cute mini pig is ready to delight!

We hope you’ve enjoyed creating this adorable mini pig with our free crochet patterns. We love seeing your unique creations, so please share your finished piggies with us on social media and tag Crochetto! Happy crocheting!

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