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Isla the Fairy Penguin lives an idealistic life by the sea. Mornings are spent fishing, and afternoons spent looking for shells and other things washed up on the shore. The summers are filled with sparkling blue, which she holds tight to when the winter comes with blistering winds. The sea is always changing, and no matter how bad the swell may be, she’s learned that it’s only a matter of time before calmer waters arrive once more.

This 21 page crochet pattern in US terms is filled with colour photos (36) and instructions to make sure your penguin turns out just right. Also included in the download are two printer-friendly versions, one black and white, and the other black and white without photos. Instructions include a detailed colourwork penguin, net shawl, fish, and starfish. With a 2.75mm hook and DK weight yarn, she ends up roughly 17cm tall (depending on gauge) and is a perfect size for a desk companion or to fit in a child’s backpack (to join in all adventures!). The fairy penguin is native to my coastal home in South West Australia, and as they are in real life, this crochet penguin is sure to be loved by all.

Key Details:

➔ Size: Approximately 17cm tall when made with DK yarn and a 2.75 mm hook.
➔ Yarn & Hook: Designed for DK weight yarn, but you can use another weight as long as it’s consistent. Gauge isn’t critical, but keep it tight. Example images use Classic 8PLY Wool, and Rustic Tweed 8ply from Bendigo Woollen Mills.
➔ Skill Level: Intermediate-Advanced. Small rounds, and plenty of colourwork! Everything is clearly labelled and photos are included to guide you through any complicated bits, but this pattern requires concentration and a fair bit of trusting the process. A video with instructions on how to change colours quickly and easily is also included with the pattern.
➔ Full Colour PDF: 21 pages, written in US crochet terms
➔ Printer Friendly PDF Versions: B&W option, as well as B&W with no images
➔ Instructions Include: Pengiun, Accessories, instructions for semi-poseable limbs, video tutorial on colour changing

Materials:

➔ Yarn - The pattern is made for DK weight yarn, but being Amigurumi, gauge isn’t super important (as long as it’s tight), and you can easily switch it out for a different weight. Just make sure all the yarn used is the same weight and it should still work. I’ve used Classic & Rustic Tweed 8PLY Wool from Bendigo Woollen Mills for my penguin.

◆ Colour A: Black for the penguin’s beak, toes, and eyes
◆ Colour B: Dark grey/blue for the darker body colour
◆ Colour C: White/light grey for the contrasting lighter body colour
◆ Colour D: Foot/skin colour
◆ Colour E: Net shawl and fish details
◆ Colour G: Fish colour(s) – I’ve used three different shades of grey, one for each of the three fish, but any colour or colours would do
◆ Colour H: Starfish

➔ 2.75mm crochet hook to keep the stitches nice and tight. Depending on your yarn you may need to go up or down sizes to match.
➔ Stuffing
➔ Sewing pins to keep things in place as you stitch them together (not absolutely necessary, but can help keep things from sliding around)
➔ Stitch marker to keep track of rounds (I use an extra little piece of yarn)
➔ Yarn needle (or smaller if you prefer to attach pieces with thread)
➔ Scissors