This sweet elephant couple would make a lovely addition to any figurine collection. Ellie and Eugene are cute animal amigurumi who enjoy spending their time lazing around and eating peanuts. Their miniature size makes them really easy to squeeze onto the smallest shelf in your room. They’ll also work great as keychains and hanging decorations.
Are Ellie And Eugene Crocheted In Continuous Rounds?
Yes, they are. It’s a small amigurumi project designed by Nancy Anderson that requires making stitches in spiral rounds, unless the pattern indicates otherwise. You don’t need to have a lot of experience to crochet this cute elephant duo, although some prior knowledge of basic amigurumi techniques will be helpful. You will also practice some simple colorwork and sewing different pieces together.
What Hook Size Works Best For This Pattern?
The pattern calls for a 2.25 mm crochet hook and fingering yarn. These materials will let you create mini crochet elephant toys with intricate details. The finished project measures about 4″ (10 cm) tall. However, if you’d like to make them bigger, you can try out using thicker yarn and a larger hook.
How Are The Elephants’ Trunks Shaped?
The elephants’ trunks are shaped using a chenille stem as an internal armature. This allows you to gently bend and position each trunk while helping it maintain its shape. You will find it at local craft stores like Walmart, Target, and Michaels.
