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

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Groundhog Crochet Pattern

Meet Phil the Groundhog

Will the groundhog see his shadow this Groundhog Day? Find out by crocheting your own adorable Phil!

Phil measures 6″ tall when completed with worsted weight yarn.

Materials Required

2 colors of yarn required to crochet

size H crochet hook 5.0mm

tapestry needle

polyester stuffing

12mm black animal eyes

Worsted weight yarn: Brown (95 yds) and tan (5 yds). This pattern can be used with any weight yarn, but plan on using more yardage for bulkier yarns.

Skills Required

single crochet

increase in crochet

attaching stuffed animal parts

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