Thank you for your interest in crocheting a squirrel friend!
This pattern is featured in Squirrel Picnic’s debut story and crochet pattern book, The Big Acorn Race.
Follow Hodge and Podge and their friend Eric as they compete to see who can get an acorn out of a tree first. It sounds simple, but there’s a catch: they aren’t allowed to climb the tree. They each must use their wit and imagination to come up with an alternative solution. What will they invent and who will win?
But the fun doesn’t stop when the story ends! Over 15 crochet patterns show you how to make the squirrels and their inventions, as well as accessories for you inspired by the story.
The squirrel pattern is accompanied by new detailed, full-color tutorials to show you step-by-step how to prepare the squirrel’s eyes, embroider the nose and mouth, and sew a tail that can be detached so your squirrel can be dressed with ease.
In this book you’ll also find patterns to crochet their accessories: a baseball cap, an apron, and a jet pack! You’ll even get patterns to crochet some of the props, like acorns, oak leaves, Tall ‘n’ Fast Flowers, and dragonflies — now your squirrels can continue the story even after the book is closed. The sky’s the limit to the adventures you can take them on.
So hop on over to Amazon to order your copy today.
For more information on The Big Acorn Race, visit www.bigacornrace.com.
May 25, 2013 at 3:31 pm
Aah, I have to make this! Super cute!
May 25, 2013 at 6:50 pm
Thanks!
May 25, 2013 at 6:51 pm
Thanks, carlymau!
May 25, 2013 at 4:28 pm
You make me smile!
May 25, 2013 at 6:48 pm
Ah, shucks. 🙂
May 25, 2013 at 6:49 pm
Ah shucks. 🙂
May 25, 2013 at 5:05 pm
You are so generous to post the patterns. I have been making amigurumi for decades but I must admit I wondered how you made those wonderful tails. Thanks for posting this and I will definitely be trying an ami squirrel. You are a very gifted amigurumist. 🙂
May 25, 2013 at 6:42 pm
And here I’ve been admiring your work too! Thanks so much for the kind words. I can’t wait to see your squirrel!
May 25, 2013 at 5:14 pm
Reblogged this on Sassylady's craft blog..
May 25, 2013 at 6:39 pm
Thanks, Catherine, for sharing my pattern with your friends!
May 25, 2013 at 6:28 pm
Oh my heavens! He is adorable!
May 25, 2013 at 6:38 pm
Thanks, Sara! I think you made him blush.
May 25, 2013 at 8:20 pm
thank you for the lovely tutorial… 😉
May 25, 2013 at 8:33 pm
You’re very welcome, Wisher! So glad you enjoyed it.
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May 26, 2013 at 8:40 am
Thanks, West Coast Review, for sharing my pattern with your friends!
May 26, 2013 at 6:51 am
It’s always a thrill to see how something is made… especially the cute little squirrels I have come to love over here! If I even knew the first thing about sewing/knitting, I’d definitely give this a try… but even the instructions are like Greek to me. Oh well, it’s that much more that I can marvel at these adorable creations!
May 26, 2013 at 8:53 am
Yay! I’m so glad you like it! I love seeing how things are made too. Factory tours are my favorite (like Mr.Rogers used to have on his kids show). If you’re ever in Colorado, check out the Celestial Seasonings tour in Boulder and the Coors tour in Golden.
May 26, 2013 at 4:11 pm
You are so kind to share your pattern. They are so adorable!
May 26, 2013 at 4:17 pm
Thanks! I hope this way everyone can have a squirrel of their own. The world could use a few more cute squirrels.
June 9, 2013 at 10:08 pm
This is darling. What a great sense of humor and creativity you have.
June 10, 2013 at 4:01 am
Thanks for the kind words, weaverwomyn! That’s so sweet of you.
June 13, 2013 at 8:19 pm
this is just too cute..my girl is having a baby and LOVES her squirrels..gotta make some for my grandbaby..thanks soooo much..
June 14, 2013 at 5:21 am
Hi Mickie! Congratulations on your new grandbaby! I hope you enjoy crocheting a squirrel. 🙂
June 26, 2013 at 9:39 am
I am so glad you found me and hence I found you! Thank you for all your work to share this free tutorial! Sorry, I can’t share for free, because I have to work for a living.
You are a real blessing!!!!
June 26, 2013 at 9:40 am
LOVE your banner!
June 28, 2013 at 8:33 am
Thanks!
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September 23, 2013 at 4:33 am
I haven’t seen these before!!!! What a great idea for the tail! Thank a lot for the pattern and great tutorial.
September 23, 2013 at 12:17 pm
You’re welcome, Vanja! I’m glad you like my squirrels. My favorite part is “styling” the tails every time I get to photograph them for the comics!
July 2, 2014 at 6:52 am
I just love them, they are sooooooooooo cute. I so love your blog or web page, where did you get all the flower and leaf patterns? would love to make some. keep up the good work. love, debi
July 2, 2014 at 6:33 pm
Thank you, Debi! I’m so glad you love the squirrels and my blog. You’re the best! All the flowers and leaves in my banner were made using patterns from Lesley Stanfield’s book 100 Flowers to Knit and Crochet. So many fun flowers to try! Enjoy!
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September 6, 2014 at 8:15 pm
Hi, Where are you located? I don’t suppose you sell the squirrels pre made, do you? Planning on starting Crochet lessons, but need squirrels for a special photo project with a very tight deadline. Thanks!
September 6, 2014 at 8:26 pm
Hi Holly! Thank you so much for your interest in my squirrels. I am located just outside of Denver, Colorado. I don’t have a regular squirrel selling business, but I often do commission work. I have a few squirrels on hand that might fit your needs. Would you mind emailing me at squirrelpicnic{at}gmail{dot}com with more information about the number of squirrels you need and when you need them? I’d be happy to give you an estimate. I look forward to hearing from you and I hope I can help you with your squirrel situation. 🙂
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May 25, 2015 at 2:19 am
Your Squirrels are so delightful
I am definitely taking crochet lessons!
I so want a couple of those cute little creatures in my life..
Thank you so much
May 25, 2015 at 8:25 am
You’re so welcome, Gran. I’m very glad that you like my squirrels. That’s awesome that you are learning to crochet. Enjoy!
April 2, 2016 at 12:04 pm
Hi! I love your patterns. I am a knitter- but I want to learn how to crochet. Do you have any recommendations for easy-to-understand lessons for crocheting? Whether a book, video, etc. Thank you!!
April 2, 2016 at 1:18 pm
Hi Katrina! I’m so excited to hear that you are interested in learning to crochet. That’s wonderful! I just recently stumbled upon a great set of beginning crochet instructions from Vogue Knitting. I wish that I would have had these instructions when I was just starting out! As I’m sure you know from knitting, sometimes it is easier to learn by watching someone do it. If you need help with a particular stitch, I recommend the New Stitch a Day website. They have great video tutorials and beginner instructions as well. Enjoy!
April 3, 2016 at 6:08 pm
Hi! Thank you so much! Can’t wait to check these links out. And hopefully I’ll be able to work your patterns someday!
April 4, 2016 at 3:58 am
You’re welcome! If you need any help or advice along the way, let me know. Always happy to help. 🙂
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