Grinch
Grinch
POLUSHKABUNNY
Mariia Ermolova
Grinch
The hat and scarf
patterns are included
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HELLO, CREATIVE SOUL!
My name is Mariia Ermolova, and I am thrilled to introduce myself as the designer behind
PolushkaBunny Toys. It warms my heart to see your love and support for this project, and I sincerely
hope that it brings you endless fun and joy.
I highly recommend that you read all the recommendations and tips carefully to make the most of
your knitting experience. Happy knitting!
You are welcome to sell finished toys – in limited series and handmade by you. Please include a
link or reference to my shop www.polushkabunny.com, if you will list it on Internet.
SIZE
GRINCH is approx. 38cm/16 inches tall.
YARN
This pattern uses Cascade 220 Yarn (see also a list of substitutes) as a main yarn.
Blend: Wool
Yarn weight: 100g
Yarn M eterage/Yardage: 200m
When exploring new yarn options for your project, take a moment to review the length/weight
specifications. For optimal results, consider selecting yarn 100 meters (110 yards) per 50g ball (or
200meters per 100g ball)
BRAND&COLORS TOTAL AMOUNT
Green Cascade 220 Yarn col. 1002 Leaf Green Approx. 120g/240m
Dark Green Cascade 220 Yarn col. 8267 Forest Green A little amount (nose)
Red (scarf/hat) Cascade 220 Yarn col. 8895 Christmas Red Approx. 50g/100m
White(scarf/hat) Cascade 220 Yarn col. 8505 White Approx. 25g/50m
YARN IDEAS
Suitable yarn brands (please, read the sections "Gauge/Tension”):
- Cascade Yarns 220 PATTERN
- Drops Lima CATEGORY
- Nako Super Inci Hit Tweed
- Lana Grossa M eilenweit 8-fach; B
- Gazzal Baby Wool XL
Suitable yarn brands: *All patterns by @Polushkabunny are assigned a
category. Each category has a list of the yarns. That means you can choose
any yarn from the recommended yarn list. For example, Crochet Pattern
“Grinch” has a category E, you can check the full yarn list (this file will be
updated) here: https://www.polushkabunny.com/yarn-substitutes-
patterns-polushkabunny
All the patterns of the E category can use any yarn from the E category
yarn list.
GAUGE/TENSION
Rd 1 6SC in amigurumi ring [6] tighten the ring
Rd 2 2SC in each of next 6sts [12]
Rd 3 *(SC in next st, 2SC in next st)from*rep x6 [18]
Maria Ermolova @Polushkabunny (2024) All rights reserved.
Only for personal use! Text, photos cannot be copied, reproduced, republished (both online and in print), exchanged, translat ed or resold! Sale of dolls made
with the use of these instructions is allowed, provided that they are made manually by the buyer of these instructions in per son and in limited quantities and
with reference to the designer @Polushkabunny.
MARIA ERMOLOVA – PolushkaBunny – CROCHET PATTERN - GRINCH - P a g e | 3
OTHER MATERIALS
Polyester Fiberfill stuffing Approx. 200g
24cm
34cm
9cm
VIDEO TUTORIALs
https://taplink.cc/polushka 17-18cm
bunny/p/free-crochet-
pattern-grinch-mariia- 11-13rds
ermolova-polushkabunny/
HEAD
MANDATORY: To effectively mark the beginning of each
round, it is recommended to use a contrast thread. This
thread should be kept in place until your work is completed.
Rd 1 Green: 6SC in magic ring [6] tighten the ring
(mark the beginning of Rd)
Rd 2 2SC in each stitch around [12]
Rd 3 *(SC in next st, 2SC in next st)from*rep x6 [18]
Rd 4 *(SC in next st, 2SC in next st, SC in next st)from*rep x6 [24]
Rd 5 *(SC in next 3sts, 2SC in next st)from*rep x6 [30]
Rd 6 *(SC in next 2sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next 2sts)from*rep x6 [36]
Rd 7 *(SC in next 5sts, 2SC in next st)from*rep x6 [42]
Rd 8-9 SC in each stitch around [42]
Rd 10 *(SC in next 13sts, 2SC in next s)from*rep x3 [45]
Rd 11 *(SC in next 7sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next 7sts)from*rep x3 [48]
Rd 12 SC in each stitch around [48]
Rd 13 *(SC in next 15sts, 2SC in next st)from*rep x3 [51]
Rd 14 SC in each stitch around [51]
Rd 15 *(SC in next 8sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next 8sts)from*rep x3 [54]
Rd 16 SC in each stitch around [54]
Rd 17 *(SC in next 17sts, 2SC in next st)from*rep x3 [57]
Rd 18 SC in each stitch around [57]
Rd 19 *(SC in next 9sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next 9sts)from*rep x3 [60]
Rd 20 SC in each stitch around [60]
Rd 21 *(SC in next 19sts, 2SC in next st)from*rep x3 [63]
Rd 22 SC in each stitch around [63]
Rd 23 *(SC in next 10sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next 10sts)from*rep x3 [66]
Rd 24-25 SC in each stitch around [66]
Rd 26 SC in next 29sts (place the first safety eye into the same st as 29th
sc), SC in next 9sts (place the first safety eye into the same st as
9th sc), SC in next 28sts [66] Secure safety eyes later for a more
comfortable crocheting process
Rd 27 SC in next 20sts, *(2SC in next st, SC in next st) from*rep x13, SC in next 20sts [79]
Rd 28-34 SC in each stitch around [79]
Rd 35 SC in next 20sts, *(SC2tog, SC in next st)from*rep x13, SC in next 20sts [66]
Rd 36 *(SC in next 10sts, SC2tog, SC in next 10sts)from*rep x3 [63]
Rd 37 *(SC in next 19sts, SC2tog)from*rep x3 [60]
Rd 38 *(SC in next 9sts, SC2tog, SC in next 9sts)from*rep x3 [57]
Rd 39 *(SC in next 17sts, SC2tog)from*rep x3 [54]
Rd 40 *(SC in next 8sts, SC2tog, SC in next 8sts)from*rep x3 [51]
Rd 41 *(SC in next 15sts, SC2tog)from*rep x3 [48]
Rd 42 *(SC in next 3sts, SC2tog, SC in next 3sts)from*rep x6 [42]
Rd 43 *(SC in next 5sts, SC2tog)from*rep x6 [36]
Rd 44 *(SC in next 2sts, SC2tog, SC in next 2sts)from*rep x6 [30]
Rd 45 *(SC in next 3sts, SC2tog)from*rep x6 [24]
Rd 46 *(SC in next 4sts, SC2tog, SC in next 2sts)from*rep x3 [21]
Stuff the head with fiberfill (DO NOT OVERSTUFF!!) until you achieve a right shape(check
a picture on page 4). The toy should be packed tightly so that the toy retains its shape.
Insert a tapestry needle carefully between stitches from outside to move stuffing perfectly
into place and 'sculpt' the stuffed pieces. Check the head measurements on page 4.
CONTINUE: BODY
Rd 47 SC in each stitch around [21]
Rd 48 *(SC in next 4sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next
2sts)from*rep x3 [24]
Rd 49 *(SC in next 3sts, 2SC in next st)from*rep x6 [30]
Rd 50 *(SC in next 4sts, 2SC in next st)from*rep x6 [36]
Rd 51 *(SC in next 5sts, 2SC in next st)from*rep x6 [42]
Stuff the head of the crocheted toy thoroughly.
Make sure to pack the neck area tightly as well.
Since this toy features a large head, if the neck and
body are not filled sufficiently, the head will not
remain in an upright position.
Rd 52 SC in each stitch around [42]
Rd 53 *(SC in next 6sts, 2SC in next st)from*rep x6 [48]
Rd 54-82 SC in each stitch around [48]
Rd 83 *(SC in next 6sts, SC2tog)from*rep x6 [42]
Rd 84 *(SC in next 5sts, SC2tog)from*rep x6 [36]
Rd 85 *(SC in next 4sts, SC2tog)from*rep x6 [30]
Gradually stuff the body
Rd 86 *(SC in next 3sts, SC2tog)from*rep x6 [24 ]
Stuffing
Rd 87 *(SC in next 2sts, SC2tog)from*rep x6 [18]
Stuffing
Rd 77 *(SC in next st, SC2tog)from*rep x6 [12]
Stuff the body and achieve the right shape (check measurements on page 4). The bottom
body should be packed firmly as the top area (“shoulders”). The length of the body from
the neck to the bottom should be 17-18cm. The body girth should be approx. 25-26 cm.
Press the body with your hands a bit to form a long oval shape.
Rd 78 SC2tog x6 [6]
Leave a long tail and cut off. Work tapestry needle through last stitches front loops only
and tighten the opening.
ARMS
Rd 1 Green: 6SC in magic ring [6] tighten the ring (mark beg of Rd)
Rd 2 2SC in each stitch around [12]
Rd 3 *(SC in next st, 2SC in next st)from*rep x6 [18]
Rd 4-7 SC in each stitch around [18]
Rd 8 SC2tog x2, SC in next 14sts [16]
Rd 9 SC2tog, SC in next 14sts [15]
Rd 10-29 SC in each stitch around [15]
Leave a long tail for sewing and cut off thread. Stuff. +video
tutorial (Crocheted Grinch)Work a tapestry needle through last
stitches front loop only and tight. Using the tail “squeeze” top of
the arm shaping the “shoulder”, just make several stitches back
and forth (through this point we will attach the arm to the body).
Do not cut off the thread, leave it for attaching.
FOOT (consists of 2 parts – bottom+top).
+video tutorial (How to crochet a toy’s sole):
https://taplink.cc/polushkabunny/p/free-crochet-pattern-grinch-
mariia-ermolova-polushkabunny/
BOTTOM x2
Work in joined rounds (Ch1 don’t count as stitch)
Green: Foundation chain: Chain 9
Rd 1 Work around the chain: SC in 2nd st from hook, SC in next 6sts,
4SC in last st of chain, on other side of chain: SC in next 6sts, 2SC
in next st, 1sl st into the first sc to complete the round [20]
Rd 2 Ch1, SC in next 8sts, 2SC in each of next 2sts, SC in next 8sts, 2SC
in next st, SC in slip stitch of previous rd, sl st into the first sc to
complete the round [24]
Rd 3 Ch1, SC in next 8sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next 2sts, 2SC in next st,
SC in next 8sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next 2sts, SC in slip stitch of
previous rd, 1sl st into the first sc to complete the round [28]
Rd 4 Ch1, SC in next 8sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next st, 2SC in each of
next 2sts, SC in next st, 2SC in next st, SC in next 8sts, 2SC in next
st, SC in next st, 2SC in each of next 2sts, SC in next st, SC in slip
stitch of previous rd, sl st into the first sc to complete the round
[36]
Rd 5 Ch1, SC in next 10sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next st, 2SC in next st,
SC in next 2sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next st, 2SC in next st, SC in
next 10sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next st, 2SC in next st, SC in next
2sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next st, SC in slip stitch of previous rd, 1sl
st into the first sc to complete the round [44]
Rd 6 Ch1, SC in next 11sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next 4sts, 2SC in next
st, SC in next 4sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next 11sts, 2SC in next st,
SC in next 4sts, 2SC in next st, SC in next 4sts, 1sl st into the first sc
to complete the round [49] Cut off a thread, leaving a long tail
for sewing.
TOP PART x2. Work in joined rounds (Ch1 don’t count as stitch)
Rd 1-6 Green: Repeat the sole pattern
Rd 7-8 Ch1, SC in each stitch around, sl st [49]
ASSEMBLING: +video tutorial (Toy’s foot) Arrange the bottom
and the top part together and stitch them together by slip
stitches moving around the edge. when there is a small
opening stuff this detail and close the opening. Cut off a
thread and weave in.
LEG x2 (continuous rounds)
Rd 1 Green: On the top part of a hoof: crochet 16 surface slip
stitches in the round [16]
+video tutorial (How to crochet a surface slip stitch):
https://taplink.cc/polushkabunny/p/free-crochet-pattern-
grinch-mariia-ermolova-polushkabunny/
Cut off a thread, leave a long tail. Work a tapestry needle with the tail through the front
loops of the last stitches. Stuff. Tighten.
+video tutorial (Crocheted Grinch) Using the long tail “squeeze” top of the hide leg
shaping “a hip”, just make several stitches back and forth through stuffing (through this
point we will attach the legs to the body). Do not cut off the thread, leave it for
attaching purposes.
VIDEO TUTORIAL https://taplink.cc/polushkabunny/p/free-crochet-pattern-grinch-
mariia-ermolova-polushkabunny/
ASSEMBLING
1 2 3
start
point
1 2 3
SCARF
Yarn:
Red: Cascade 220 col.2413 Red;
White: Cascade 220 col.8505 White
White: Chain 7
Row 1 SC in 2nd st st from hook, SC in
next 5sts [6] Ch1, Turn
Row 2 SC in next 6sts [6] Ch1, Turn
Row 3-4 Red: SC in next 6sts [6] Ch1, Turn
Row 5-6 White: SC in next 6sts [6] Ch1, Turn
Repeat rows 3-6 until you achieve the
preferred length of the scarf (I repeat x30
times)
Make tassels with White and attach them to
the scarf.
HAT
Yarn:
Red: Cascade 220 col.2413 Red;
White (fluffy): Drops Air Off-White
Off-White DROPS: Chain 48, sl st in 1st ch to joing in round [49]
Rd 1-2 Ch2 (don’t count as st), (each row starts from the same stitch as
a joining slip stitch), DC in next 48 sts, sl st in 1st dc of rd [49]
Change to Red in last st. Cut off Off-White.
Now we need to turn the work to switch the side because the
hat brim will be turned upward.
Rd 3-5 Red: Ch2, DC in next 48 sts, sl st in first DC [49]
Rd 6 Ch2, *(DC in next 5sts, DC2tog, DC in next 5sts)from*rep x4, sl st in
first DC [45]
Rd 7 Ch2, in each stitch around, sl st in first DC [45]
Rd 8 Ch2, *(DC in next 9sts, DC2tog)from*rep x4, sl st in first DC [41]
Rd 9 Ch2, in each stitch around, sl st in first DC [41]
Rd 10 Ch2, *(DC in next 4sts, DC2tog, DC in next 4sts)from*rep x4, sl st in
first DC [37]
Rd 11 Ch2, in each stitch around, sl st in first DC [37]
Rd 12 Ch2, *(DC in next 7sts, DC2tog)from*rep x4, sl st in first DC [33]
Rd 13 Ch2, in each stitch around, sl st in first DC [33]
Rd 14 Ch2, *(DC in next 3sts, DC2tog, DC in next 3sts)from*rep x4, sl st in
first DC [29]
Rd 15 Ch2, in each stitch around, sl st in first DC [29]
Rd 16 Ch2, *(DC in next 5sts, DC2tog)from*rep x4, sl st in first DC [25]
Rd 17 Ch2, in each stitch around, sl st in first DC [25]
Rd 18 Ch2, *(DC in next 2sts, DC2tog, DC in next 2sts)from*rep x4, sl st in
first DC [21]
Rd 19 Ch2, in each stitch around, sl st in first DC [21]
Rd 20 Ch2, *(DC in next 3sts, DC2tog)from*rep x4, sl st in first DC [17]
Rd 21 Ch2, in each stitch around, sl st in first DC [17]
Rd 22 Ch2, *(DC in next st, DC2tog, DC in next st)from*rep x4, sl st in
first DC [13]
Rd 23 Ch2, in each stitch around, sl st in first DC [13]
Cut off a thread, leaving a long tail. Pull the tail through front
loops of stitches and tighten the opening
Pompom:
White:
Rd 1: 5SC in magic ring, tighten the ring [5]
Rd 2: 2SC in each of next 5sts [10]
Rd 3: SC in each st around [10]
Rd 4: SC2tog x5 [5] sl st in next st
Cut off a thread leaving a long tail for sewing. Pull the tail
through FLO of stitches and tighten the opening.
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