Amigurumi Sign of Cancer: Crochet Zodiac Doll

Amigurumi Sign of Cancer Crochet Pattern

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight yarn in red, white, and a contrasting color for details
• Crochet hook size 3.5 mm (E)
• Black safety eyes (10 mm)
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Embroidery thread for facial details

Stitch Abbreviations:

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• inc: increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec: decrease (sc 2 stitches together)
• sl st: slip stitch

Instructions:

1. Body:
   • Use red yarn to start with a magic ring.
   • Round 1: 6 sc in the ring. (6 sts)
   • Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
   • Round 3: Sc in next st, inc in next st; repeat around. (18 sts)
   • Continue increasing until you have 36 sts. Work even rounds for several rows to shape the round body. Begin decreasing after reaching the desired size. Stuff firmly before closing.
2. Claws (Make 2):
   • Start with red yarn.
   • Round 1: 6 sc in a magic ring.
   • Round 2: Sc in next st, inc in next st; repeat around. (9 sts)
   • Work even for a few rounds, shaping the claws by working inc and dec as needed to create a pointed end. Stuff lightly and sew to the sides of the body.
3. Legs (Make 4):
   • Using red yarn, ch 6 and sl st to the body to form small legs on each side. These can be made simpler with chains or worked in the round for thicker legs.
4. Eyes:
   • Using white yarn, make two small balls.
   • Round 1: 6 sc in a magic ring. (6 sts)
   • Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
   • Work one round even, insert safety eyes, and sew on top of the body.
5. Details:
   • Use contrasting yarn to add decorative stitching around the crab’s body or embroider a small Cancer symbol on its back or belly for a personalized touch.
6. Finishing:
   • Sew all parts securely onto the body. Embroider a cute smile and add any final details like blush spots or extra texture on the claws.

With the Amigurumi Sign of Cancer completed, you have a lovely crochet crab that captures the essence of the Cancer zodiac. Perfect for astrology lovers or as a special handmade gift.