This is a PATTERN for crochet only, designed to help you make your very own Hue the Manatee!

All patterns are written in English, in US terms, using Craft Yarn Council abbreviations.

Hue the Manatee Premium Pattern 2.0 is designed to be easy to read. Whether you are a confident beginner or an expert plushy artist, this pattern comes equipped with everything you need to succeed. When you are finished with your project you will have learned new and useful skills for your art form and created a beautiful piece to cherish.

Updated Premium Patterns now include checkboxes to keep you on track and organized, color coding when needed, and helpful tutorial photos right where you need them (and none where you don’t).

Confident you can do it without helpful photos or checkboxes? This pattern is also available for free in a text-only format (not downloadable) at www.hookedbykati.com.

You Need to Know: chains (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), front post single crochet (fpsc), half double crochet (hdc), increases and decreases, mattress stitch sewing. Be eager to learn and ready to have fun!

You Will Practice Intermediate Techniques:
 How to use pins to perfectly place and attach amigurumi parts
 How to create wrinkles using front post single crochet (fpsc)
 How to shape using increases and decreases

Supplies
• Red Heart Super Saver Stripes yarn, 100% acrylic, worsted weight, 364 yds/7 oz/198 g, Favorite Stripe (STP), 1 ball.
• Red Heart Super Saver yarn, 100% acrylic, worsted weight, 364 yds/7 oz/198 g, Black (BLK), scraps.
• G (4.25 mm) hook
• 2- 15 mm solid black safety eyes
• Poly-fil stuffing
• Tapestry Needle
• Stitch marker

Measurements
10” long x 5” tall

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You may sell products made by this pattern, but please link back to hookedbykati.com or credit Hooked By Kati on the craft fair tag. Do not copy this pattern for distribution or sale; that’s not nice and slightly illegal.

All my patterns come with unlimited help from me. If you run into a snag, drop me a line! I respond quickly and will help any way I can to clarify any confusion or challenging stitches.

A selection of free patterns, tutorials, and fun crochet articles can also be found at www.hookedbykati.com