Crocheting is a beloved craft that allows for creativity and self-expression through intricate patterns and designs. If you're a crochet enthusiast looking to add a touch of freshness to your projects, why not try crocheting an orange? In this comprehensive guide, we will explore three simple ways to crochet an orange, offering step-by-step instructions and tips for a successful outcome.
Three Simple Crochet Patterns for an Orange
1. Crocheted Orange Pattern 1: Crochet Pattern by Amigu World
Abbreviations:
R = round
mr = magic ring
sc = single crochet
inc = increase (2 sc in the next stitch)
dec = decrease (join the next 2 stitches into 1)
sl st = slip stitch
st = stitch
FO = finish off
[ ] = number of stitches you should have at the end of the round/row
( ) x 6 = repeat whatever is between the brackets the number of times stated
To crochet orange amigurumi you need:
– Yarn (4 ply): orange, brown, and green color yarn.
– Crochet hook: 4-5mm
– Fiberfill for stuffing
– Sewing needle, scissors
Orange
Start with orange yarn
R1: 6 sc in mr [6]
R2: inc x 6 [12]
R3: (1 sc, inc ) x 6 [18]
R4: (1 sc, inc , 1 sc) x 6 [24]
R5: (3 sc, inc ) x 6 [30]
R6: (2 sc, inc , 2 sc) x 6 [36]
R7: (5 sc, inc ) x 6 [42]
R8-12: 42 sc (5 R) [42]
R13: (5 sc, inc ) x 6 [36]
R14: (2 sc, dec, 2 sc) x 6 [30]
R15: (3 sc, dec) x 6 [24]
R16: (1 sc, dec, 1 sc) x 6 [18]
R17: (1 sc, dec) x 6 [12]
R18: dec x 6 [6]
Cut yarn and hide the tail.
Stem
Start with brown yarn
Make 9 chains. Start 2nd chain, make 8 sc.
Cut yarn and leave a long tail for sewing.
Leaf
Start with green yarn
Make 5 chains. Turn. Start 2nd chain, make ( 1 hdc, hdc2tog, 1 hdc, 3 sc). Continue crochet other side of the foudation chain (1 hdc, hdc*2, 1 hdc, 3 sc).
Note: hdc2tog = 2hdc-dec = decrease 2 stitches (join the next 2 stitches into 1)
Cut yarn and leave a long tail for sewing.
2. Crocheted Orange Pattern 2: Crochet Pattern by Tiny Rabbit Hole
Abbreviations (US Terms)
st(s) stitch(es)
sc single crochet
inc increase(do 2sc in the same st twice)
dec invisible decrease(combine 2 sts into 1)
hdc half double crochet
dc double crochet
tr treble crochet
ch chain
slst slip stitch
Materials
– Yarn: orange, green color yarn
– Black safety eyes: 7mm (small orange). 9mm (big orange)
- Polyfiber stuffing
- 2.5mm 4/0 Tulip crochet hook
- Darning needle
- Stitch markers
- Felting needle [optional]
- Scissors
Small Orange/ Kumquat
R1: sc 6 into magic ring (6sts)
R2: [inc] 6x …………………..(12sts)
R3: [sc 1, inc] 6x……………(18sts)
R4: [sc 2, inc] 6x……………(24sts)
R5: [sc 3, inc] 6x……………(30sts)
R6: [sc 4, inc] 6x……………(36sts)
R7-11: sc 36 (5 rounds)..(36sts)
R12: [sc 4, dec] 6x…………(30sts)
R13: [sc 3, dec] 6x…………(24sts)
R14: [sc 2, dec] 6x…………(18sts)
Attach safety eyes between R9 and 10, 7 sts between eyes. Start stuffing and continue as you go.
R15: [sc 1, dec] 6x…………(12sts)
R16: [dec] 6x………………….(6sts)
Break yarn and pull the yarn tail through the last stitch all the way. Sew remaining stitches closed and weave in all ends.
Big Orange:
R1: sc 6 into magic ring (6sts)
R2: [inc] 6x …………………..(12sts)
R3: [sc 1, inc] 6x……………(18sts)
R4: [sc 2, inc] 6x……………(24sts)
R5: [sc 3, inc] 6x……………(30sts)
R6: [sc 4, inc] 6x……………(36sts)
R7: [sc 5, inc] 6x……………(42sts)
R8: [sc 6, inc] 6x……………(48sts)
R9: [sc 7, inc] 6x……………(54sts)
R10-17: sc 54 (8 rounds)..(54sts)
R18: [sc 7, dec] 6x……………(48sts)
R19: [sc 6, dec] 6x……………(42sts)
R20: [sc 5, dec] 6x……………(36sts)
R21: [sc 4, dec] 6x…………(30sts)
R22: [sc 3, dec] 6x…………(24sts)
R23: [sc 2, dec] 6x…………(18sts)
[Suggestive, but please readjust according to your liking!] Attach safety eyes between R13 and 14, 10 sts between eyes. Start stuffing and continue as you go.
R24: [sc 1, dec] 6x…………(12sts)
R25: [dec] 6x………………….(6sts)
Cut yarn and pull the yarn tail through the last stitch all the way. Sew remaining stitches closed and weave in all ends.
Leaf:
Start with magic ring and work these stitches in a single round
2sc
2hdc
2dc
tr
ch
sl st in first v on the tr
2dc
2hdc
2sc
Stalk:
Working in rows, we’ll be starting with a foundation chain of 7 chains. Turn the working piece and starting from 2nd ch from hook, slst all the way to the starting point.
Fasten off by breaking yarn and pull the yarn tail through the last stitch all the way.
Assembling
Attach the stem and leaf to the top middle of the orange with your yarn needle.
3. Crocheted Orange Pattern 3: Crochet Pattern by My Amigurumi Farm
Tools & Materials
Crochet hook size 3.0mm
Black safety eyes x 2 – size 6 mm
Polyester Craft Filling for toys
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Stitch marker or a piece of yarn to mark the end of a round
Yarn: Orange, Green, Black
Skills required / abbreviations / info
MG – magic ring (make specified number of single crochet stitches into the loop)
Sc – single crochet
Inc – 2sc increase (crochet 2 single crochet stitches into the same stitch)
Dec – 2tog decrease (crochet 2 stitches together)
F/O – finish off
R – spiral round
( )* – repeat the sequence in brackets to the end of the round
(12) – number of stitches expected at the end of the round
Work in spiral rounds, do not turn/join unless stated otherwise
Orange
Start with color GREEN
R 1 mg, 6sc (6)
Change color to ORANGE
R 2 (inc)* (12)
R 3 (sc 1, inc)* (18)
R 4 (sc 2, inc)* (24)
R 5 (sc 3, inc)* (30)
R 6 (sc 4, inc)* (36)
R 7 (sc 5, inc)* (42)
R 8 - 15 sc 42 (8 rnds) (42)
Insert safety eyes between rounds 12 – 13, within a distance of 5 holes (count holes between the stitches). Using needle and a piece of black yarn, make smile (this can be done before orange is finished, or after). Stuff with polyester filling, and when finished, cut off yarn and weave in remaining thread.
R 16 (sc 5, dec)* (36)
R 17 (sc 4, dec)* (30)
R 18 (sc 3, dec)* (24)
R 19 (sc 2, dec)* (18)
R 20 (sc 1, dec)* (12)
R 21 dec to the end
LEAF (green)
R 1 mg, 6sc (6)
R 2 sc 6 (6)
R 3 (sc 1, inc)* (9)
R 4 (sc 2, inc)* (12)
R 5 sc 12 (12)
R 6 (sc 2, dec)* (9)
R 7 (sc 1, dec)* (6)
R 8 dec to the end
F/O and leave longer tail for sewing.
Sew the leaf to the top of the orange, where green part is.
Remember, the joy of crocheting lies in the process of creation. Let your imagination run wild and experiment with different techniques to bring your orange crochet projects to life!
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