Hi, I’m Raphael!
Check out my super-cool turtle shell!

This cute turtle is one of the most complex designs from my book Amigurumi Animals, so make sure you are comfortable with some of the simpler projects before starting work on Raphael. He is well worth the work though and a good sized toy!

The top of the shell is constructed in seven separate hexagons that are then sewn together. His belly is a large half-sphere made from alternating rows of cream and yellow cotton.

With four flippers, a little tail, a long neck and big cute eyes he is fun to make and adorable to keep!

I have worked the pattern using the DMC range of cotton yarns as they had a lovely selection of shades that just seemed to work for this turtle.

Enjoy!