Crochet Tutorial: Funny Green Mosquito with Picnic Basket – Free Crochet Pattern

This funny green mosquito amigurumi is designed with a long curved nose, oversized white eyes with pink stitched veins, a wide grinning mouth, thin antennae, and a playful picnic outfit. The doll wears red and white striped sleeves under blue overalls, green flip-flop sandals, a tiny shoulder bag, and carries a picnic basket filled with colorful fruit. Extra accessories include a yellow sun hat, a small sandwich, and delicate wing details on the back.

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Pattern Overview

This pattern creates a tall, slim mosquito character with exaggerated cartoon proportions. The head is wide and flattened at the mouth area, the eyes sit high on top, and the nose is long, soft, and slightly downward-curved. The body is narrow, while the legs and arms are very thin to match the insect-like shape in the image.

The clothing is made as built-in crochet layers and small sewn-on pieces. The striped shirt sits under the overalls, and the overalls include a bib, shoulder straps, cuffs, and tiny flower appliques. The picnic basket, fruit, shoulder satchel, sun hat, sandwich, antennae, lashes, sandals, and wings are made separately and attached during final assembly.

Finished Size

• Finished mosquito height: about 15 inches from sandal sole to top of eyes, not including antennae.
• Head width: about 4.75 inches across the grin.
• Body height: about 4.5 inches from neck to shorts hem.
• Nose length: about 4.75 inches from face to rounded tip.
• Leg length: about 5.5 inches from shorts to sandals.
• Basket size: about 2.25 inches wide and 1.5 inches tall.
• Hat size: about 4.25 inches across the brim.

Skill Level

Intermediate amigurumi. The stitches are simple, but the project uses many small parts, shaping, color changes, surface embroidery, and careful assembly. A confident beginner can make it by following each round slowly and using stitch markers.

Materials

• Worsted weight cotton or cotton-blend yarn in bright lime green for mosquito body.
• White yarn for eyes and teeth panel.
• Black embroidery thread or thin black yarn for smile grid, lashes, antenna fuzz, and wing outlines.
• Pink embroidery thread for eye veins.
• Small amount of red yarn for striped shirt and fruit.
• Small amount of white yarn for striped shirt and sandwich bread.
• Medium denim blue yarn for overalls.
• Light blue yarn for cuffs and pocket details.
• Brown yarn for shoulder bag, basket accents, and sandal soles.
• Tan yarn for picnic basket and sandwich crust.
• Yellow yarn for sun hat, flower centers, and fruit.
• Green yarn in a slightly darker shade for leaves and sandal straps.
• Small amounts of purple, red, blue, and yellow yarn for basket fruit and tiny flowers.
• Two 6 mm black safety eyes or black beads for eye pupils.
• Four to six tiny tan buttons, 5 to 7 mm wide, for overall buttons and bag flap.
• Two short pieces of black floral wire or pipe cleaner for antennae, about 4.5 inches each.
• Optional thin craft wire for the nose and limbs if you want poseable shaping.
• Polyester fiberfill.
• 3.0 mm crochet hook for main amigurumi.
• 2.5 mm crochet hook for flowers, lashes, bag strap, and accessories.
• Yarn needle, sewing needle, pins, scissors, and stitch markers.

Abbreviations Used

• MR: magic ring
• ch: chain
• sl st: slip stitch
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• inc: increase, 2 sc in the same stitch
• dec: invisible decrease over 2 stitches
• BLO: back loop only
• FLO: front loop only
• FO: fasten off
• st: stitch
• R: round or row

Important Gauge and Fabric Notes

Use a tight amigurumi tension so stuffing does not show through. The green body in the photo has a firm, even stitch texture with small, compact stitches. If your stitches look loose, go down half a hook size before beginning the full doll.

For the most image-accurate result, keep the body tall and narrow, not round and chunky. Stuff the head and eyes firmly, but stuff the limbs lightly so they remain slim. The nose should be filled gradually and gently so it stays long and tapered instead of becoming bulky.

Body Color Plan

• Green: head, nose, neck, arms, hands, legs, feet, and visible insect skin.
• Red and white: short striped shirt sleeves and shirt section under overalls.
• Blue: overalls, bib, shorts, and leg cuffs.
• Light blue: cuffs, pocket trim, and some decorative flower details.
• Brown and tan: picnic basket, satchel, sandal soles, and sandwich crust.

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Head Base

The mosquito head is a wide horizontal oval with a large grin across the front. It is worked in lime green, flattened slightly during stuffing, and shaped so the eyes and nose can sit high on the face.

Head

1. R1: With lime green, make MR, 6 sc in ring. Do not join. Place marker. 6 sts.
2. R2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. R4: Sc 2, inc, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
5. R5: Sc 3, inc, repeat 6 times. 30 sts.
6. R6: Sc 4, inc, repeat 6 times. 36 sts.
7. R7: Sc 5, inc, repeat 6 times. 42 sts.
8. R8: Sc 6, inc, repeat 6 times. 48 sts.
9. R9: Sc 7, inc, repeat 6 times. 54 sts.
10. R10: Sc 8, inc, repeat 6 times. 60 sts.
11. R11-R17: Sc around for 7 rounds. 60 sts each round.
12. R18: Sc 8, dec, repeat 6 times. 54 sts.
13. R19: Sc 7, dec, repeat 6 times. 48 sts.
14. R20: Sc 6, dec, repeat 6 times. 42 sts.
15. R21: Sc 5, dec, repeat 6 times. 36 sts.
16. R22: Sc 4, dec, repeat 6 times. 30 sts.
17. Pause and stuff firmly, pressing the head into a wide oval. The front should be broad and slightly flat.
18. R23: Sc 3, dec, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
19. R24: Sc 2, dec, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
20. FO with a long tail if sewing to neck later. Do not close fully if you want to insert the neck directly.

Large White Eyes

The eyes are two raised white balls sitting on top of the green head. One eye is larger than the other, matching the funny uneven expression in the image. Pink vein embroidery gives them the silly mosquito look.

Large Left Eye

1. R1: With white yarn, MR, 6 sc in ring. 6 sts.
2. R2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. R4: Sc 2, inc, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
5. R5: Sc 3, inc, repeat 6 times. 30 sts.
6. R6-R10: Sc around for 5 rounds. 30 sts each round.
7. R11: Sc 3, dec, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
8. Insert one black safety eye between R7 and R8, slightly toward the inside edge.
9. R12: Sc 2, dec, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
10. Stuff firmly into a round ball.
11. R13: Sc 1, dec, repeat 6 times. 12 sts.
12. R14: Dec around. 6 sts.
13. FO and close. Leave a long sewing tail.

Smaller Right Eye

1. R1: With white yarn, MR, 6 sc in ring. 6 sts.
2. R2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. R4: Sc 2, inc, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
5. R5-R9: Sc around for 5 rounds. 24 sts each round.
6. R10: Sc 2, dec, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
7. Insert black safety eye between R6 and R7, slightly toward the inside edge.
8. R11: Sc 1, dec, repeat 6 times. 12 sts.
9. Stuff firmly.
10. R12: Dec around. 6 sts.
11. FO and close. Leave a long sewing tail.

Eye Vein Embroidery

• Use pink embroidery thread and a sharp needle.
• On each eye, stitch 5 long vein lines radiating from the pupil.
• Add 2 short branch stitches from at least 3 of the long lines.
• Keep the veins thin and uneven for the funny expression.
• Do not pull too tightly, or the eyes will dent.

Long Mosquito Nose

The nose is the main feature of this character. It begins wide where it joins the face, then becomes a long tube that tapers toward a rounded soft tip. In the photo, it angles downward over the body.

Nose

1. R1: With lime green, MR, 6 sc in ring. 6 sts.
2. R2: Sc 1, inc, repeat 3 times. 9 sts.
3. R3: Sc 2, inc, repeat 3 times. 12 sts.
4. R4: Sc 3, inc, repeat 3 times. 15 sts.
5. R5: Sc 4, inc, repeat 3 times. 18 sts.
6. R6-R8: Sc around. 18 sts each round.
7. R9: Sc 4, dec, repeat 3 times. 15 sts.
8. R10-R16: Sc around. 15 sts each round.
9. Begin stuffing lightly. Keep the tip rounded but not stiff.
10. R17: Sc 3, dec, repeat 3 times. 12 sts.
11. R18-R29: Sc around. 12 sts each round.
12. Add a slim strip of stuffing every 3 rounds. Roll the tube between your palms to keep it smooth.
13. R30: Sc 2, dec, repeat 3 times. 9 sts.
14. R31-R35: Sc around. 9 sts each round.
15. R36: Sc 1, dec, repeat 3 times. 6 sts.
16. FO and close the tip tightly. Leave no tail at the tip.

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Nose Base Oval Patch

This patch helps the long nose sit securely against the face instead of wobbling.

1. R1: With lime green, ch 8.
2. R2: Sc in second ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch. Work on opposite side of chain: sc 5, inc in last st. 16 sts.
3. R3: Inc, sc 5, inc in next 3 sts, sc 5, inc in next 2 sts. 22 sts.
4. R4: Sc around. 22 sts.
5. FO, leaving a long tail.

Wide Grinning Mouth

The mouth is a long white crescent panel set across the front of the head. Black vertical and horizontal embroidery creates the grid-like tooth lines visible in the image.

White Tooth Panel

1. R1: With white yarn, ch 31.
2. R2: Starting in second ch from hook, sc 30. Ch 1, turn. 30 sts.
3. R3: Sc 2, hdc 5, dc 16, hdc 5, sc 2. Ch 1, turn. 30 sts.
4. R4: Sc across all 30 sts.
5. R5: Sc 2, hdc 5, dc 16, hdc 5, sc 2.
6. Do not turn. Crochet 1 round of sc evenly around the whole panel, placing 3 sc in each end corner.
7. FO with a long sewing tail.

Mouth Outline and Teeth

• Sew the white panel across the lower front of the head from left side to right side.
• Curve it upward at both ends so it forms a wide grin.
• Use black thread to stitch one curved horizontal line across the middle of the white panel.
• Stitch 10 vertical black lines from top edge to bottom edge, evenly spaced.
• Add a black outline around the full edge of the white panel for a cartoon smile.

Neck and Slim Body

The neck is thin and tall. The body is narrow with the red and white striped shirt visible above the blue overall bib. The lower body forms short overall legs with light blue cuffs.

Neck

1. R1: With lime green, MR, 8 sc in ring. 8 sts.
2. R2: Sc 1, inc, repeat 4 times. 12 sts.
3. R3-R14: Sc around for 12 rounds. 12 sts each round.
4. Stuff firmly but keep the tube narrow.
5. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Torso with Shirt and Overalls

1. R1: With lime green, MR, 6 sc in ring. 6 sts.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. R4: Sc 2, inc, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
5. R5: Sc 3, inc, repeat 6 times. 30 sts.
6. R6: Sc around in lime green. 30 sts.
7. Change to white. R7: Sc around. 30 sts.
8. Change to red. R8: Sc around. 30 sts.
9. Change to white. R9: Sc around. 30 sts.
10. Change to red. R10: Sc around. 30 sts.
11. Change to white. R11: Sc around. 30 sts.
12. Change to denim blue. R12: BLO sc around. 30 sts.
13. R13-R19: Sc around in denim blue. 30 sts each round.
14. R20: Sc 13, ch 3, skip 4, sc 13. This creates the crotch opening for two shorts legs. 29 working sts including chain bridge.
15. Do not fasten off. Continue with first shorts leg.

First Overall Shorts Leg

1. R1: Sc 13 around first leg opening, pick up 3 sc along chain bridge. 16 sts.
2. R2-R4: Sc around. 16 sts each round.
3. Change to light blue. R5: BLO sc around. 16 sts.
4. R6: Sc around. 16 sts.
5. FO and weave in end.

Second Overall Shorts Leg

1. Join denim blue at second leg opening.
2. R1: Sc 13 around opening, pick up 3 sc along opposite side of chain bridge. 16 sts.
3. R2-R4: Sc around. 16 sts each round.
4. Change to light blue. R5: BLO sc around. 16 sts.
5. R6: Sc around. 16 sts.
6. FO and weave in end.

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Overall Bib

1. With denim blue, join yarn to front unused loop of R12, centered on the torso.
2. Row 1: Sc 14 across front loops. Ch 1, turn. 14 sts.
3. Row 2: Dec, sc 10, dec. Ch 1, turn. 12 sts.
4. Row 3: Sc across. Ch 1, turn. 12 sts.
5. Row 4: Dec, sc 8, dec. Ch 1, turn. 10 sts.
6. Row 5-7: Sc across. 10 sts each row.
7. FO, leaving a sewing tail. Sew side edges lightly to shirt section.

Overall Straps

1. Strap 1: With denim blue, ch 24, starting in second ch from hook, sc 23. FO.
2. Strap 2: Repeat Strap 1.
3. Sew one end of each strap to the back upper overalls.
4. Cross straps over the shoulders or keep them straight depending on the look you prefer. In the photo they sit straight and slightly angled.
5. Sew front ends to upper bib corners.
6. Sew one small tan button over each front strap end.

Arms and Hands

The arms are long, thin, and curved. The hands have simple three-finger mitten shaping to match the playful insect look.

Make 2 Arms

1. R1: With lime green, MR, 6 sc in ring. 6 sts.
2. R2: Sc 1, inc, repeat 3 times. 9 sts.
3. R3-R5: Sc around. 9 sts each round.
4. R6: Bobble finger: yarn over, insert hook in next st, pull up loop, yarn over and pull through 2 loops, repeat 3 more times in same st, yarn over and pull through all loops. Sc 8. 9 sts.
5. R7: Sc 3, bobble finger in next st, sc 5. 9 sts.
6. R8: Sc around. 9 sts.
7. R9: Sc 1, dec, repeat 3 times. 6 sts.
8. R10-R29: Sc around for 20 rounds. 6 sts each round.
9. Stuff hand only. Leave arm mostly unstuffed so it hangs thin.
10. FO with long tail.

Short Shirt Sleeves

1. With red yarn, ch 12, join with sl st to form ring.
2. R1: Sc around. 12 sts.
3. Change to white. R2: Sc around. 12 sts.
4. Change to red. R3: Sc around. 12 sts.
5. Change to white. R4: Sc around. 12 sts.
6. FO. Make 2 sleeves.
7. Slide one sleeve over each arm before sewing the arms to the body.

Long Legs and Feet

The legs are very thin and straight. The feet are small green ovals that sit inside crocheted flip-flop sandals with brown soles and green straps.

Make 2 Legs

1. R1: With lime green, MR, 6 sc in ring. 6 sts.
2. R2-R32: Sc around for 31 rounds. 6 sts each round.
3. Stuff very lightly every 8 rounds, or insert a thin pipe cleaner if desired.
4. FO, leaving long tail for sewing to shorts opening.

Make 2 Feet

1. R1: With lime green, ch 7.
2. R2: Sc in second ch from hook, sc 4, 3 sc in last ch. Work on opposite side: sc 4, inc in last st. 14 sts.
3. R3: Inc, sc 4, inc in next 3 sts, sc 4, inc in next 2 sts. 20 sts.
4. R4-R6: Sc around. 20 sts each round.
5. R7: Sc 3, dec, sc 6, dec, sc 7. 18 sts.
6. R8: Sc 2, dec, sc 5, dec, sc 7. 16 sts.
7. Stuff lightly.
8. R9: Dec around. 8 sts.
9. FO and close. Leave a tail to sew to bottom of leg.

Flip-Flop Sandals

Brown Soles

1. R1: With brown yarn and 2.5 mm hook, ch 9.
2. R2: Sc in second ch from hook, sc 6, 3 sc in last ch. Work opposite side: sc 6, inc in last st. 18 sts.
3. R3: Inc, sc 6, inc in next 3 sts, sc 6, inc in next 2 sts. 24 sts.
4. R4: BLO sc around. 24 sts.
5. FO. Make 2 soles.

Green Sandal Straps

1. With green yarn, ch 8. FO. Make 4 short side straps.
2. With green yarn, ch 6. FO. Make 2 toe straps.
3. Sew one toe strap from the front center of the sole to the top of the foot.
4. Sew two side straps on each sandal, forming a V shape over the foot.
5. Add 3 tiny pearl beads or French knots along each strap, matching the decorative dots in the image.

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Wings

The wings are thin, black, and sit behind the shoulders. They are subtle in the image, like dark transparent insect wings peeking from behind the overalls.

Make 2 Wing Frames

1. With black thread or thin black yarn and 2.5 mm hook, ch 22.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sc 20, 3 sc in last ch.
3. Work back on the opposite side of chain: sc 20.
4. Sl st to first sc and FO, leaving a long tail.
5. Shape into a narrow teardrop wing.
6. Stitch one straight black vein down the center of each wing.

Antennae

The antennae are tall, black, and angled outward. One has a small bow near the top. The tips have brushy lash-like fibers.

Antenna Stems

1. Cut two pieces of black floral wire or pipe cleaner, each 4.5 inches long.
2. Wrap each wire with black yarn by coating lightly with craft glue and spiraling yarn from bottom to top.
3. Leave 0.25 inch bare at the bottom for inserting into the head.

Brushy Antenna Tips

• Cut 8 short pieces of black embroidery thread, each about 1 inch long, for each antenna.
• Tie the pieces around the top 0.75 inch of each antenna.
• Trim into a slanted brush shape, fuller on one side.
• Secure knots with a tiny drop of fabric glue if needed.

Tiny Bow on Antenna

1. With tan yarn, MR, ch 2, 3 dc, ch 2, sl st into ring, ch 2, 3 dc, ch 2, sl st into ring.
2. Pull ring tight and FO.
3. Wrap blue yarn 5 times around the center of the bow.
4. Sew or glue the bow onto the right antenna, slightly below the brushy tip.

Blue Overalls Details

Front Pocket

1. With denim blue, ch 8.
2. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and across. Ch 1, turn. 7 sts.
3. Row 2: Sc across. Ch 1, turn. 7 sts.
4. Row 3: Dec, sc 3, dec. Ch 1, turn. 5 sts.
5. Row 4: Sc across. 5 sts.
6. FO with long tail.
7. Sew pocket to lower left front of overalls.

Overall Flower Appliques

Use tiny flowers to match the cheerful decorations on the bib and shorts. Make one yellow flower for the bib and three small flowers for the lower overalls.

1. With yellow or white yarn, MR.
2. Ch 2, 2 hdc into ring, ch 2, sl st into ring.
3. Repeat the petal sequence 4 more times for 5 petals total.
4. Pull ring tight and FO.
5. Add a tiny center knot in a contrasting color.
6. Sew one yellow flower on the right bib area.
7. Sew one white flower, one red flower, and one pale blue flower near the lower left shorts area.

Brown Shoulder Satchel

The little brown satchel hangs diagonally across the front, with a flap and a small button. It should sit on the mosquito’s right side over the blue overalls.

Satchel Body

1. With brown yarn and 2.5 mm hook, ch 10.
2. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and across. Ch 1, turn. 9 sts.
3. Rows 2-8: Sc across. Ch 1, turn. 9 sts each row.
4. Do not turn after Row 8. Sc evenly around the rectangle, placing 2 sc in each corner.
5. FO and weave in end.

Satchel Flap

1. With brown yarn, ch 10.
2. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and across. Ch 1, turn. 9 sts.
3. Row 2: Dec, sc 5, dec. Ch 1, turn. 7 sts.
4. Row 3: Dec, sc 3, dec. Ch 1, turn. 5 sts.
5. Row 4: Sc across. 5 sts.
6. FO with long tail.
7. Sew the flap to the top back edge of the satchel body.
8. Sew one small tan button at the center of the flap.

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Satchel Strap

1. With brown yarn, ch 55.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sl st in each ch across. 54 sl sts.
3. FO and sew one end to each side of the satchel.
4. Place strap over the left shoulder and let the bag rest at the right hip.

Picnic Basket

The picnic basket is tan, rectangular, and carried by one hand. It contains colorful round fruit, including red, yellow, purple, and green pieces.

Basket Base

1. With tan yarn, ch 11.
2. R1: Sc in second ch from hook, sc 8, 3 sc in last ch. Work opposite side: sc 8, inc in last st. 22 sts.
3. R2: Inc, sc 8, inc in next 3 sts, sc 8, inc in next 2 sts. 28 sts.
4. R3: BLO sc around. 28 sts.
5. R4-R8: Sc around. 28 sts each round.
6. R9: Reverse sc around if you know crab stitch, or sl st around for a firm rim. 28 sts.
7. FO and weave in end.

Basket Handle

1. With tan yarn, ch 22.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sc 21.
3. FO with long tails.
4. Sew one end to each side of the basket.
5. Curve the handle over the fruit.

Fruit Pieces

1. For each small fruit, use red, yellow, purple, or green yarn.
2. R1: MR, 6 sc in ring. 6 sts.
3. R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
4. R3-R4: Sc around. 12 sts each round.
5. R5: Dec around. 6 sts.
6. Stuff lightly and close.
7. Make 5 fruit balls total.
8. Sew or tack them inside the basket so they are visible above the rim.

Yellow Sun Hat

The hat is a separate picnic accessory placed beside the mosquito. It is flat and round with a raised crown, bright yellow brim, blue ribbon bands, and tiny bee decorations.

Hat Crown

1. R1: With yellow yarn, MR, 6 sc in ring. 6 sts.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. R4: Sc 2, inc, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
5. R5: Sc 3, inc, repeat 6 times. 30 sts.
6. R6: BLO sc around. 30 sts.
7. R7-R11: Sc around. 30 sts each round.
8. Stuff lightly to keep the crown rounded but low.

Hat Brim

1. Continue from crown in yellow.
2. R12: FLO sc 4, inc, repeat 6 times. 36 sts.
3. R13: Sc 5, inc, repeat 6 times. 42 sts.
4. R14: Sc 6, inc, repeat 6 times. 48 sts.
5. R15: Sc 7, inc, repeat 6 times. 54 sts.
6. R16: Sc 8, inc, repeat 6 times. 60 sts.
7. R17: Sc around. 60 sts.
8. FO and weave in end.

Blue Hat Ribbon

1. With blue yarn, ch 34.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sl st 33.
3. FO and sew around base of crown.
4. For brim ribbons, ch 18 twice and sew them in curved lines from crown edge to brim edge.

Tiny Bee Decorations

1. With yellow yarn, MR, 5 sc in ring. Sl st to close. FO.
2. Use black thread to stitch 2 stripes and one small eye.
3. With white yarn, stitch two tiny wing loops on the side.
4. Make 2 bees and sew them to the hat brim.

Small Sandwich Accessory

The sandwich is a tiny stacked square with white bread, tan crust, and green filling visible around the edge. It sits near the mosquito as part of the picnic scene.

Bread Squares

1. With white yarn, ch 8.
2. Row 1: Sc in second ch from hook and across. Ch 1, turn. 7 sts.
3. Rows 2-7: Sc across. Ch 1, turn. 7 sts each row.
4. Sc evenly around the square using tan yarn for crust.
5. FO. Make 2 bread squares.

Filling Layers

1. With green yarn, ch 8, sc 7 across. FO.
2. With red yarn, ch 7, sc 6 across. FO.
3. With pale yellow yarn, ch 7, sc 6 across. FO.
4. Stack one bread square, green layer, red layer, yellow layer, and second bread square.
5. Sew through the corners to hold the sandwich together.

Facial Placement

Before sewing permanently, pin every face part in place. The eyes should touch or nearly touch at the center top of the head. The nose begins between the eyes and descends over the mouth area, extending down past the neck.

• Sew the large eye to the upper left side of the head.
• Sew the smaller eye to the upper right side, slightly lower than the large eye.
• Attach the nose base patch vertically between the eyes and the mouth.
• Sew the wide base of the nose onto the patch, allowing the nose to curve downward.
• Sew the grin across the lower front, with the nose overlapping its center slightly.

Assembly Instructions

1. Sew the neck firmly to the top center of the torso.
2. Sew the head to the top of the neck, checking that the grin faces forward.
3. Add extra stitches at the back of the neck so the head does not droop.
4. Sew the arms to each side of the upper torso, just under the striped shirt section.
5. Slide the red and white sleeves into place and tack them to the shoulders.
6. Sew one leg into each shorts opening, keeping both legs long and parallel.
7. Sew one foot to the bottom of each leg, angled slightly outward.
8. Sew or slide the sandals onto the feet and tack them underneath.
9. Sew wings to the back of the torso, beginning at shoulder height and angling downward.
10. Insert antennae into the top of the head behind the eyes and secure with strong stitches.
11. Place the bow on one antenna and secure it neatly.
12. Hang the satchel strap across the body and tack it at the shoulder and hip.
13. Sew the basket handle to one hand so it appears carried.

Optional Wire Support

If this doll is intended for display only, thin wire can help the long limbs and nose hold their shape. Wrap the ends of any wire with tape before inserting so no sharp point can poke through the yarn.

• Use one thin wire inside each leg for a straighter standing pose.
• Use one short flexible wire inside the nose if you want a stronger downward curve.
• Do not use wire if the item is for a young child.
• Stuff around the wire carefully so the shape remains smooth.

Decorative Details

Black Smile Grid

The grid lines on the teeth give the mosquito its funny grin. Use small straight stitches and keep them evenly spaced. The vertical lines should follow the curve of the white mouth panel rather than staying perfectly straight.

Eye Expression

The pupils should look slightly uneven. Place one pupil just a little higher than the other. This gives the character the goofy picnic expression shown in the image.

Overall Buttons

Sew a tiny tan button on each front strap. Add one more small button to the satchel flap. If making this for a child, replace buttons with embroidered circles for safety.

Flower Placement

• One yellow flower sits on the upper front bib.
• Small flowers sit near the lower shorts area.
• Use short green embroidery stitches as leaves beside the flowers.
• Keep flower appliques small so the overalls remain visible.

Beginner Tips

• Use a stitch marker at the first stitch of every round.
• Count stitches after each increase and decrease round.
• Pin the parts before sewing so the proportions stay correct.
• Stuff slowly in small pieces instead of pushing in one large clump.
• Use matching yarn tails for sewing, and hide knots inside the body.
• For clean stripes, change color on the final yarn-over of the stitch before the new color begins.

How to Keep the Shape Accurate

The most important shape feature is contrast. The head and eyes are oversized, while the neck, arms, legs, and body remain narrow. Avoid overstuffing the limbs because thick limbs will change the insect-like look.

The nose should not point straight forward. It should begin at the face, then curve down over the front body. When sewing the nose base, attach the top edge firmly and leave the lower length soft so it can hang naturally.

The overalls should sit high on the torso, with the bib covering the center front and the shorts reaching the tops of the long green legs. Add light blue cuffs at the bottom of each shorts leg for the rolled hem detail.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

• Check that both eyes are securely sewn and slightly uneven for a humorous look.
• Reinforce the base of the long nose with several hidden stitches.
• Stitch the pink eye veins after the eyes are attached if you want the veins to follow the final angle.
• Brush the black antenna tips gently with your fingers to make them fluffy.
• Make sure the grin is wide, curved upward, and visible behind the nose.
• Tack the satchel strap in two places so it stays diagonally across the body.
• Sew the basket to the hand with 3 or 4 small stitches through the handle.

Care Notes

• Spot clean gently with a damp cloth and mild soap.
• Do not machine wash if you used wire, beads, buttons, or glued antenna details.
• Let the doll air dry flat on a towel.
• Reshape the nose, limbs, hat, and basket while damp if needed.
• Keep away from heavy moisture, strong sunlight, and rough pulling.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Head is wide and oval, not round like a ball.
• Eyes are large white domes with pink veins.
• Nose is long, green, tapered, and curves downward.
• Mouth is a white crescent with black grid teeth.
• Body has red and white stripes under blue overalls.
• Overalls include straps, buttons, cuffs, pocket, and flowers.
• Arms and legs are thin and long.
• Sandals have brown soles and green straps.
• Basket includes visible colorful fruit.
• Hat, sandwich, satchel, wings, antennae, and bow are complete.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

To preserve the shape, store the mosquito flat or slightly supported under the head and nose. Do not hang it by the antennae, bag strap, or arms. The long limbs can stretch if the doll is suspended for a long time.

For dust removal, use a soft paintbrush around the eyes, grin, basket fruit, flowers, and sandal beads. Work slowly around the embroidered details so the thread does not loosen.

If the overalls or basket become flattened, reshape them with your fingers. Add a tiny amount of fresh stuffing through a hidden seam only if necessary. Keep the finished piece in a dry place so the fibers remain firm and clean.