An original crochet amigurumi rat pattern by June Gilbank.

Yarn: a bulky weight fuzzy yarn and a worsted weight yarn for ears and tail (yarn advice is given in pattern)

Hook: US H / 5mm and US E / 3.5mm

Size: approx 9″ long (not including tail!)

Details: Pattern includes full instructions to make a lifesize realistic crocheted rat.

Eye size: 8mm

A note about ‘Fuzzy’ patterns: When I created my ‘Fuzzy’ patterns, in 2007 and 2008, there were a lot of different eyelash and other fuzzy novelty-type yarns available in most yarn and craft stores. Sadly, most of them have now been discontinued and it can be difficult to find a suitable yarn. You could substitute a different fuzzy yarn, or try looking on eBay.com or ravelry.com for someone who may have eyelash yarn for sale. If you can’t find any suitable fuzzy yarns, don’t despair: all my ‘Fuzzy’ patterns include an additional PDF file showing how to work these patterns with a regular worsted weight yarn of your choice, and then either leave them smooth, or brush them to get a different, but still cute, fluffy effect!

Save money: Take advantage of the savings when you buy any three Fuzzy Friends patterns of your choice as a custom set!

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