Christmas Skittles Crochet-Along: Part Two

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Heather Gibbs
Needle Type

Crochet Hook

Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at letsknit.co.uk/safety.

What you need to know

It's time for part two of our Christmas skittles crochet-along!

Hello crafters! We hope you enjoyed part one of this Christmas Skittles crochet-along. Next up are two adorable elf skittles and a stripy ball. It’s the perfect opportunity to practise colour sequences. Want to know how to create an invisible change and avoid unsightly sections? As you make the last stitch in the old colour, pause before the last step of that stitch. For the final ‘yarn over hook and draw through all loops on hook’, substitute the new yarn, so you draw the new yarn through your loops. Hey presto! The ball is given an even stripier finish with a touch of surface crochet, too.

You can find Part 1 and 3 here:
Part 1
Part 3

Sizing

Skittle height: 22cm
Ball width: 9cm

What you need

Yarn, DK: Soft Pink, Fair Fawn, Merry Red, True Ivy, Peppermint, Rich Sapphire, Frosty Blue, one 25g ball of each
Hook, 3.5mm
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Stuffing
Black safety eyes, four, 8mm

Meet the designer

Heather Gibbs is a talented crochet designer known for her vibrant, fun, and modern patterns. With a passion for playful designs and easy-to-follow instructions, she inspires crocheters of all skill levels. If you enjoyed making this Skittles crochet pattern, make Heather's party dog crochet pattern next.

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