About FreshStitches

The idea for FreshStitches began in 2008 when crochet designer, Stacey Trock, noticed a distinct lack of patterns for big and cuddly stuffed animals. A handful of adorable designs later- FreshStitches was born! Since then, FreshStitches patterns have become legendary for their cuteness, detailed instructions and step-by-step photos. Using the abundance of help and information in the patterns, numerous crocheters have crocheted a FreshStitches animal as their first crochet project! ...more

Caterpillar Crochet Pattern

Meet Alastair the Caterpillar

This adorable caterpillar plush is guaranteed to not turn into a butterfly… which is good news, because we think he’s cute as is! Alastair features adorable bug eyes and antennae, and measures 8.5″ long when completed. Having a stuffed caterpillar is one of the only ways to see these cuties all-year-round!

Materials Required

Ella Rae Classic is the yarn used in the sample: Green (50 yds), orange (40 yds) and white (10 yds). This pattern can be used with any weight yarn, but plan on using more yardage for bulkier yarns.