3. Purple Bat Toy
This adorable little purple bat is quick to stitch together and makes a wonderful companion for your spooky seasonal decor. With its textured wings, cute pointed ears, and tiny white fangs, it packs plenty of personality into a compact size.
Quick Facts
| Skill level | Finished size | Yarn | Hook | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easy | 4 in / 10 cm wide | DK cotton (Cat. 3) | 3.5 mm (US E/4) | 1 hour |
Materials You Will Need
- DK weight cotton yarn in Purple (30 grams / 80 metres)
- Small scrap of pink yarn for ear inners (2 grams / 5 metres)
- Small scrap of white felt for fangs
- 3.5 mm (US E/4) crochet hook
- Two 8 mm black safety eyes
- Polyfill fiberfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
- Stitch marker
Gauge
The first 3 rounds of the body measure approximately 2.5 cm across. Working tightly to keep the stuffing from showing through your stitches matters more than achieving an exact gauge.
Abbreviations (US Terms)
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- dc – double crochet
- inc – single crochet increase (work 2 sc in the same stitch)
- dec – single crochet decrease (work 2 sc together through the front loops)
- sl st – slip stitch
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- Rnd(s) – round(s)
- BLO – back loop only
- FO – fasten off
UK terms: sc = dc, hdc = htr, dc = tr.
Pattern Notes
- Body and head are worked in continuous spiral rounds without joining. Use a stitch marker to track the beginning of each round.
- Wings and ears are worked in rows or joined rounds as specified in their sections.
- Stitch counts are provided in brackets at the end of every round or row.
- Stuff pieces firmly as indicated, taking care not to overstuff flat pieces like wings.
Instructions
Body – Purple, make 1
Rnd 1: 6 sc in a magic ring (6)
Rnd 2: inc x 6 (12)
Rnd 3: (sc, inc) x 6 (18)
Rnd 4: (2 sc, inc) x 6 (24)
Rnd 5: (3 sc, inc) x 6 (30)
Rnd 6: (4 sc, inc) x 6 (36)
Rnds 7-12: sc in each st around (36)
Insert safety eyes between Rnds 9 and 10, about 6 stitches apart.
Rnd 13: (4 sc, dec) x 6 (30)
Rnd 14: (3 sc, dec) x 6 (24)
Stuff firmly now.
Rnd 15: (2 sc, dec) x 6 (18)
Rnd 16: (sc, dec) x 6 (12)
Rnd 17: dec x 6 (6)
FO, leave a 20 cm tail, and weave closed through the front loops of the remaining 6 stitches.
Ears – Purple (make 2)
Rnd 1: 4 sc in a magic ring (4)
Rnd 2: (sc, inc) x 2 (6)
Rnd 3: (2 sc, inc) x 2 (8)
Rnd 4: (3 sc, inc) x 2 (10)
FO, leave a 15 cm tail for sewing. Do not stuff.
Wings – Purple (make 2)
Ch 11.
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 9 ch, turn (10)
Row 2: ch 1, skip first st, sc in next 7 st, dec, turn (8)
Row 3: ch 1, skip first st, sc in next 5 st, dec, turn (6)
Row 4: ch 1, skip first st, sc in next 3 st, dec, turn (4)
Row 5: ch 1, skip first st, sc in next st, dec, turn (2)
Row 6: ch 1, skip first st, dec (1)
FO, leave a 20 cm tail for sewing.
Assembly
Sew the two ears to the top of the body, centred above the safety eyes between Rnds 12 and 15. Attach the flat edge of each wing to the left and right sides of the body spanning across Rnds 7 through 13. Cut two tiny triangular fangs from the white felt and glue or stitch them securely just below the safety eyes.
Finishing
Weave in all remaining yarn tails securely inside the body. Embroider tiny pink inner details onto the ears using the scrap pink yarn if desired. Check that all sewn parts are firmly attached.
Tips and Common Mistakes
- Do not overstuff the wings; they should remain relatively flat and pliable.
- Count your stitches at the end of every increase and decrease round to ensure proper shaping.
- Keep your tension even so the stuffing does not peek through the stitches.
- Attach safety eyes securely before closing up the body.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use worsted weight yarn instead of DK?
Yes, you can substitute worsted weight yarn, but your finished bat will turn out slightly larger and you may need to use a larger hook size such as 4.0 mm.
How do I make this safe for a baby or toddler under three?
For children under three, embroider the eyes using black embroidery floss instead of using plastic safety eyes, and ensure all felt fangs are securely stitched rather than glued.
What is the best way to stuff amigurumi evenly?
Add small pinches of fiberfill at a time, pushing the stuffing into the edges first before filling the center to create a smooth, lumpy-free shape.
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