“Why is a raven like a writing desk?” a Mad Hatter once asked. I haven’t the slightest idea either, but what I do know is that you can now make this awesome raven yourself with this very clear and easy to follow crochet pattern. ^^
The raven will become quite large when made with a 4.0mm crochet needle, the one in the pictures is about 9” / 22cm tall.
Needed materials to make this pattern:
- crochet hook, size G (6) / 4.0mm
- yarn type: light worsted weight / DK
- yarn colours: black (about 500yd/450m), yellow (less than 2yd/1.8m), light grey (140yd/125m), dark grey (110yd/100m)
- tapestry needle
- optional but handy: sewing pins
- fiberfill for stuffing
Needed skills to make this pattern:
- magic ring
- chain stitches
- slip stitches
- single crochet
- double crochet
- half double crochet
- increasing and decreasing
- basic sewing skills
- crochet on the bottom of the foundation chain
Overall skill level: advanced beginner.
Size of finished item:
When made with the described yarn and hook size, the
raven will become approx. 9”/22,5cm tall and
5”/12,5cm wide, with a wingspan of 25.2”/63cm.
The pattern is written in US crochet terminology and is available in English. The pattern description is written using abbreviations; there’s an extensive list included to explain all abbreviations used. There are also a lot of detailed pictures included to guide you through the pattern.
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You can also purchase this pattern in my Etsy store, or on Craftsy.
Please note: This pattern is protected by copyright. It is not allowed to copy (parts of) the pattern, reuse it or parts of it in other patterns, resell it or spread it without written permission of The Flying Dutchman Crochet Design.
