Crochet Soft Textured Interlocking Shape Sets Free Pattern

Crochet Soft Textured Interlocking Shape Sets

This pattern will guide you through making a set of interlocking shapes, including a star, circle, and triangle, designed for tactile exploration by little hands. The combination of textures and colors makes these toys fun and engaging!

Materials Needed:

• Light worsted weight yarn in any desired colors
• 3.5 mm (E) crochet hook
• Fiberfill stuffing
• Stitch marker
• Yarn needle

Abbreviations:

• ch - chain
• sc - single crochet
• hdc - half double crochet
• dc - double crochet
• sl st - slip stitch
• inc - increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
• dec - decrease (single crochet two stitches together)

Instructions:

Star Shape

1. Start with a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 10 sc in the ring (10)
3. Round 2: *1 inc, 1 sc* repeat around (15)
4. Round 3: *1 inc, 2 sc* repeat around (20)
5. Round 4: *1 inc, 3 sc* repeat around (25)
6. Round 5: Sc around for 2 rounds (25)
7. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly.

Circle Shape

1. Start with a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 8 sc in the ring (8)
3. Round 2: 1 inc in each stitch around (16)
4. Round 3: *1 inc, 1 sc* repeat around (24)
5. Round 4: Sc around for 3 rounds (24)
6. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly.

Triangle Shape

1. Start with a magic ring.
2. Round 1: 6 sc in the ring (6)
3. Round 2: *1 inc* repeat around (12)
4. Round 3: *1 inc, 1 sc* repeat around (18)
5. Round 4: Hdc in each stitch around (18)
6. Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Stuff lightly.

Assembly:

Using the yarn needle, sew the edges of each shape together where desired to create interlocking features. Make sure to securely stuff each piece for lasting durability. Enjoy watching the little ones interact with these colorful shapes!