In this post we'll look at how to make this amigurumi crochet moon. My free pattern is an easy make for everyone with beginner crochet skills. Let's take a look at how it's done!
I can see this looking good in practically any kid's room. And even though my kiddo is a little older now, I still love decorating her room with homemade items. While still pregnant with her, I began to feel my creative energy resurfacing. It was a variation of nesting that I've noticed a lot of us new moms are feeling powerfully. I attribute this to living in the age of Pinterest. One of my first instincts as a new mama was to go crafting crazy. And I've been on that kick ever since!
This pillow would make a great baby shower gift for expecting parents! It's gender neutral, it's cartoonish, and it just looks like it belongs in a little nursery.
We're using Sugar n' Cream which is a thick cotton yarn that is perfect for amigurumi projects like this. Because this yarn is sturdy, it can handle a lot of wear and tear without pilling.
📖 About the pattern
Difficulty:
Easy
Terms:
U.S. terms
Abbreviations:
- st(s) - stitch(es)
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- inc – work two single crochet in one st space
- dec - insert the hook into the next st, yo, pull through, insert the hook into the next st, yo, pull through, yo, pull through the 3 loops on the hook
Gauge:
Amigurumi tight. And what I mean by that is that there should be no large gaps. It shouldn't be especially difficult to work the stitches. If you're having trouble, adjust your hook size.
Size:
This is a decorative item. The final piece measures about 7.5" from top to bottom.
Notes:
Also doubles as a banana phone.
🧺 Supplies
- Sugar 'n Cream, (120 yds/109 m ; 70.9 g/ 2.5 oz)
- Hook — H-8 (5 mm)
- Poly-fil Polyester
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
📓 Written pattern
Crescent Moon Pillow
Gauge:
Amigurumi tight. And what I mean by that is that there should be no large gaps. It shouldn't be especially difficult to work the stitches. If you're having trouble, adjust your hook size.
Size:
This is a decorative pillow. The final piece measures about 7.5" from top to bottom.
Materials
- Sugar 'n Cream, (120 yds/109 m ; 70.9 g/ 2.5 oz)
- Yellow, 1 skein
Tools
- Hook — H-8 (5 mm)
- Poly-fil Polyester
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
Instructions
- Mc, ch 1
- Work pattern:
Round 1: 4 sc in center ring, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (4 sts)
Rounds 2-3: 1 sc in ea stitch around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (4 sts)
Round 4: inc in 1st st, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, inc in the last st, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (6 sts)
Rounds 5-7: 1 sc in each st around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (6 sts)
Round 8: inc in 1st st, 1 sc in each of the next 4 sts, inc in the last st, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (8 sts)
Round 9: 1 sc in each st around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (8 sts)
Round 10: inc in 1st st, 1 sc in each of the next 6 sts, inc in the last st, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (10 sts)
Round 11: 1 sc in each st around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (10 sts)
Round 12: inc in 1st st, 1 sc in each of the next 8 sts, inc in the last st, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (12 sts)
Round 13: 1 sc in each st around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (12 sts)
Round 14: inc in 1st st, 1 sc in each of the next 10 sts, inc in the last st, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (14 sts)
Round 15: 1 sc in each st around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (14 sts)
Round 16: inc in 1st st, 1 sc in each of the next 12 sts, inc in the last st, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (16 sts)
Round 17: 1 sc in each st around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (16 sts)
Round 18: inc in 1st st, 1 sc in each of the next 14 sts, inc in the last st, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (18 sts)
Round 19-30: 1 sc in each st around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (18 sts)
Begin stuffing the first half of the pillow here.
Round 31: dec, 1 sc in each of the next 14 sts, dec, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (16 sts)
Round 32: 1 sc in each st around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (16 sts)
Round 33: dec, 1 sc in each of the next 12 sts, dec, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (14 sts)
Round 34: 1 sc in each st around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (14 sts)
Round 35: dec, 1 sc in each of the next 10 sts, dec, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (12 sts)
Round 36: 1 sc in each st around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (12 sts)
Round 37: dec, 1 sc in each of the next 8 sts, dec, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (10 sts)
Round 38: 1 sc in each st around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (10 sts)
Round 39: dec, 1 sc in each of the next 6 sts, dec, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (8 sts)
Round 40: 1 sc in each st around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (8 sts)
Round 41: dec, 1 sc in each of the next 4 sts, dec, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (6 sts)
Round 42: 1 sc in each st around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (6 sts)
Round 43: dec, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, dec, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (4 sts)
Rounds 44-45: 1 sc in each st around, sl st with first st to join, ch 1 (4 sts)
Fasten off and weave in end.
Notes
The time listed is an estimate. Actual results vary.
Fill the remainder of the pillow with the Poly-fil and then weave in your ends.
💭 Final thoughts
I hope that you've enjoyed making this adorable little crochet moon pillow! I'm definitely considering making a larger one for my own bed! Maybe in a more golden yellow, or even silver!
I'd love to see what you make so please be sure to reach out to me via social media @yarndrasil 🙂
Rania says
Thanks so mu h for sharing this lo ely pattern 🙂
Keep it up and good luck
Elissa Jenkins says
You're so welcome! Thanks for your kindness 🙂