This crocheted Shrek phone case amigurumi presents a playful and functional take on the beloved animated ogre. Made from vibrant green yarn, the case features Shrek’s distinctive face with a wide, friendly smile and endearing eyes, complete with white and brown detailing. The crocheter has skillfully employed a variety of stitches to create texture and depth, particularly noticeable in the raised eyebrows and the layered effect on the ears, giving them a three-dimensional appearance that enhances the character’s expression.
In creating this phone case, the artisan has utilized the amigurumi technique to shape the face, using tight stitches for durability and a snug fit around the phone. The back and sides are smoothly crocheted in a creamy white and rich brown pattern that mimics Shrek’s classic outfit, providing not just aesthetic pleasure but also practical protection. This case is an excellent example of how crochet can transform everyday objects into whimsical, yet useful items, merging craft with popular culture in a unique and creative way.
Materials Needed:
- Yarn: Medium weight yarn in green, brown, and white.
- Crochet Hook: 4mm (G) hook.
- Other Materials: Polyester fiberfill for stuffing (optional but recommended for shaping the face), stitch markers, yarn needle, scissors.
- Details: Small amounts of black and white yarn for the eyes and mouth. Alternatively, you can use safety eyes and embroidery floss.
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- inc: increase (make two sc in the same stitch)
- dec: decrease (sc next two stitches together)
- sl st: slip stitch
- hdc: half double crochet
- dc: double crochet
- FO: fasten off
- sts: stitches
Head (Green Yarn):
- Round 1: Start with a magic ring, 6 sc in ring. (6 sts)
- Round 2: Inc in each st around. (12 sts)
- Round 3: Sc 1, inc, repeat around. (18 sts)
- Round 4: Sc 2, inc, repeat around. (24 sts)
- Round 5-9: Sc in each st around. (24 sts)
- Round 10: Sc 2, dec, repeat around. (18 sts)
- Round 11: Sc 1, dec, repeat around. (12 sts)
- Stuff lightly, then continue.
- Round 12: Dec around. (6 sts)
- FO, leaving a long tail for attaching the head to the body.
Body (White Yarn):
- Row 1: Ch 20, sc in the second ch from the hook and in each ch across, turn. (19 sts)
- Row 2-22: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), sc in each st across, turn. (19 sts)
- FO, weave in ends.
Jacket (Brown Yarn):
- Row 1: Ch 22, hdc in the third ch from the hook and in each ch across, turn. (20 sts)
- Row 2-8: Ch 2 (counts as first hdc), hdc in each st across, turn. (20 sts)
- FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly:
- Face: Attach safety eyes between Rounds 7 and 8, about 6 sts apart. Embroider the eyebrows and mouth using black yarn. Use white yarn to add teeth details.
- Sewing: Sew the head to the top of the body ensuring that it’s centered. Attach the jacket around the body, neatly overlapping the edges at the front. Make sure the white shirt is visible beneath the jacket.
- Finishing Touches: Use any additional details like small buttons on the jacket or color highlights on the cheeks with pink yarn.
This detailed pattern will help you create a sturdy and adorable amigurumi phone case. Adjust the size of your chains and rows if you need a larger or smaller case, depending on the phone model. Enjoy your crocheting!
