Introducing a charming crochet bat, ideal for sprucing up your Halloween decor or as a heartfelt, unique gift. The grey, textured body with its big, black eyes effectively captures a realistic yet adorable essence. The bat's wings are spread out, displaying meticulously detailed stitching that accentuates its iconic silhouette. This cute, skillfully made critter fits perfectly within any festive setup or as an everyday companion for those who appreciate a touch of whimsical charm.
Can this crocheted bat be used for occasions other than Halloween?
Yes, it's versatile enough for themed parties or as a special gift, appealing to bat enthusiasts or for decorative purposes year-round.
Materials:
- 4 ply acrylic yarn in dark gray
- black and white felt, wool, or yarn for mouth/fangs
- Felting needle (if using felting wool for mouth)
- Glue or thread (if using regular felt for mouth)
- 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook
- Safety eyes (10 mm)
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stuffing
- Stitch marker
- Pins (optional)
Abbreviations:
- ch = chain
- sc = single crochet
- st/sts stitch/stitches
- mc = magic circle
- inc = increase (2 sc in 1 st)
- dec = invisible decrease (single crochet the front loop of next 2 stitches together)
- ss = slip stitch
- FO = fasten off
Step By Step Crochet Bat Pattern
Head:
- Row 1: 6 sc in mc [6]
- Row 2: (inc)*6 [12]
- Row 3: (inc, sc)*6 [18]
- Row 4: (inc, 2 sc)*6 [24]
- Row 5: (inc, 3 sc)*6 [30]
- Rows 6-9 (4 rows): (sc) [30]
- Row 10: (dec, 3 sc)*6 [24]
- Row 11: (dec, 2 sc)*6 [18]
Attach safety eyes between rows 9 and 10, with about 6 sts in between each eye
- Row 11: (dec, 1 sc)*6 [12]
Stuff, cut yarn leaving a long tail for sewing, ss in first stitch of next row, FO
Body:
- Row 1: 6 sc in mc [6]
- Row 2: (inc)*6 [12]
- Row 3: (inc, sc)*6 [18]
- Rows 6-9 (4 rows): (sc) [18]
- Row 10: (dec, sc)*6 [12]
Stuff, cut yarn, ss in first stitch of next row, FO
Wings: (Make 2)
- Row 1: ch 9
- Row 2: turn. sc in second ch from hook. sc til end [8]
- Row 3: turn. sc in next 6 sts, leaving 2 sts [6] Row 4: turn. sc [6]
Cut yarn leaving a long tail for sewing, ss in first stitch of next row, FO
Ears: (Make 2)
- Row 1: 6 sc in mc [6]
- Row 2: turn. sc in next 5 sts [5]
Cut yarn leaving a long tail for sewing, FO.
This is the top of the ear. Weave yarn in the edge so the tail is at the opposite end.
Feet: (Make 2)
- Row 1: ch 7. ss in first ch, making a loop Cut yarn leaving long tail for sewing, FO
Attach all limbs using a whip stitch. Add mouth and fangs by either felting them on, sewing them on with a yarn, or glueing/sewing on cut-out felt pieces.
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