Crochet Tutorial: Garden Chipmunk Girl in Blue Striped Dress with Daisy Satchel and Straw Hat – Free Crochet Pattern.

This cheerful garden chipmunk girl wears a sleeveless sky-blue dress with alternating cream stripes, a delicate lace hem, yellow flower sandals, and several white daisies. Her accessories include a yellow crossbody satchel, a wide-brimmed straw hat with a green band, and two miniature acorns with a crocheted leaf.

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Finished Size and Pattern Information

The finished chipmunk measures approximately 12 to 13 inches, or 30 to 33 centimeters, from the top of the ears to the bottom of the feet. The exact measurement may vary depending on yarn weight, hook size, stuffing density, and individual crochet tension.

• Skill level: Advanced beginner to intermediate
• Crochet terminology: US English
• Construction: Individual amigurumi pieces sewn together
• Main technique: Continuous spiral rounds
• Recommended hook: 2.75 mm crochet hook
• Approximate hat diameter: 6 to 6.5 inches
• Approximate satchel size: 2.75 inches wide

Materials

• DK or light worsted cotton yarn in chestnut brown
• DK or light worsted cotton yarn in warm cream
• Small amount of dark chocolate brown yarn
• Small amount of pale tan yarn for the acorns
• Sky-blue yarn for the dress
• Soft cream yarn for the dress stripes and lace
• Golden yellow yarn for the hat, satchel, and sandals
• Muted olive-green yarn for the hat band and leaf
• White yarn for the daisies and eye patches
• Small amount of yellow yarn for flower centers
• Two 16 mm black safety eyes
• Polyester fiberfill
• Dark brown embroidery thread
• Stitch marker
• Yarn needle
• Straight pins
• Scissors

Safety note: Safety eyes may not be suitable for children younger than three years. For a child-safe version, embroider the eyes securely with black yarn instead of using plastic safety eyes.

Abbreviations

• MR: Magic ring
• ch: Chain
• sl st: Slip stitch
• sc: Single crochet
• hdc: Half double crochet
• dc: Double crochet
• inc: Work 2 single crochets in one stitch
• dec: Invisible single crochet decrease
• BLO: Back loop only
• FLO: Front loop only
• st or sts: Stitch or stitches
• Rnd: Round
• Row: Row

Gauge and Tension

Exact gauge is less important than producing a firm fabric without visible stuffing. A useful reference is approximately 6 single crochet stitches and 6 rounds per inch when working with a 2.75 mm hook and DK-weight cotton yarn.

If gaps appear between stitches, change to a smaller hook. Keep the tension consistent throughout the head and body so the dress, hat, sandals, and facial pieces fit correctly.

Important Construction Notes

• Work the amigurumi pieces in continuous spiral rounds unless instructed otherwise.
• Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round.
• Use invisible decreases wherever possible.
• Stuff the head firmly, especially around the cheeks and eye area.
• Stuff the arms and tail lightly so they remain flexible.
• Do not overstuff the feet because the sandals must fit over them.
• Fasten off with a long yarn tail whenever a piece must be sewn in place.

Chipmunk Head

Begin at the top of the head with chestnut brown yarn. The upper brown rounds create the chipmunk’s dark crown, while the cream lower rounds form the pale cheeks and lower face.

1. Rnd 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc around. 18 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Repeat 2 sc, inc around. 24 sts.
5. Rnd 5: Repeat 3 sc, inc around. 30 sts.
6. Rnd 6: Repeat 4 sc, inc around. 36 sts.
7. Rnd 7: Repeat 5 sc, inc around. 42 sts.
8. Rnd 8: Repeat 6 sc, inc around. 48 sts.
9. Rnd 9: Repeat 7 sc, inc around. 54 sts.
10. Rnds 10-12: Sc in each st around. 54 sts.
11. Rnd 13: Change to warm cream and sc in each st around. 54 sts.
12. Rnds 14-16: Sc in each st around. 54 sts.
13. Rnd 17: Repeat 7 sc, dec around. 48 sts.
14. Rnd 18: Sc in each st around. 48 sts.
15. Rnd 19: Repeat 6 sc, dec around. 42 sts.
16. Rnd 20: Repeat 5 sc, dec around. 36 sts.
17. Rnd 21: Repeat 4 sc, dec around. 30 sts.
18. Rnd 22: Repeat 3 sc, dec around. 24 sts.

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Begin stuffing the head. Add small portions of fiberfill at a time. Push the filling firmly into the upper sides, lower cheeks, and back of the head while keeping the front surface smooth.

1. Rnd 23: Repeat 2 sc, dec around. 18 sts.

Finish stuffing until the head is firm and rounded. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Do not close the opening completely because the 18-stitch neck opening will be sewn directly to the body.

White Eye Patches

Make two with white yarn. Each eye patch is worked as a small oval. The patches should sit partly on the brown crown and partly beside the raised cream muzzle.

1. Foundation: Ch 7.
2. Rnd 1: Beginning in the second ch from the hook, work 5 sc, 3 sc in the last ch, 4 sc along the opposite side, and 2 sc in the first ch. 14 sts.
3. Rnd 2: Inc, 4 sc, inc in each of the next 3 sts, 4 sc, inc in each of the last 2 sts. 20 sts.
4. Rnd 3: Work 1 sc, inc, 4 sc, repeat 1 sc, inc three times, 4 sc, then repeat 1 sc, inc twice. 26 sts.

Fasten off with a long tail. Gently stretch each patch into a teardrop-shaped oval. The narrower end should point slightly inward toward the nose.

Insert one safety eye through each patch between Rnds 1 and 2. Position the eye slightly below the center of the patch rather than directly in the middle.

Pin the patches onto the head with their inner edges approximately four stitches apart. The eyes should sit near the transition between brown Rnd 12 and cream Rnd 13.

Push the safety-eye posts through the head, check that both eyes are level, and secure the washers inside. Sew around each patch with small white stitches, keeping the edges flat.

Raised Cream Muzzle

Use warm cream yarn. This broad oval forms the projecting lower muzzle and rounded chipmunk cheeks shown beneath the eyes.

1. Foundation: Ch 11.
2. Rnd 1: Beginning in the second ch from the hook, work 9 sc, 3 sc in the last ch, 8 sc along the opposite side, and 2 sc in the first ch. 22 sts.
3. Rnd 2: Inc, 8 sc, inc in each of the next 3 sts, 8 sc, inc in each of the last 2 sts. 28 sts.
4. Rnd 3: Work 1 sc, inc, 8 sc, repeat 1 sc, inc three times, 8 sc, then repeat 1 sc, inc twice. 34 sts.
5. Rnd 4: Sc in each st around. 34 sts.

Fasten off with a long tail. Pin the muzzle horizontally across the cream lower face. Its upper edge should sit immediately beneath the eyes, and its lower edge should end around Rnd 20 of the head.

Sew approximately three-quarters of the muzzle edge to the head. Insert a thin, even layer of stuffing to create rounded cheeks without making the muzzle look sharply protruding. Complete the seam and shape both sides evenly.

Brown Nose

Use dark chocolate brown yarn. Work in turned rows.

1. Row 1: Ch 2. Work 2 sc in the second ch from the hook. 2 sts.
2. Row 2: Ch 1 and turn. Inc in each st. 4 sts.
3. Row 3: Ch 1 and turn. Sc in each st. 4 sts.

Fasten off with a long tail. Place the four-stitch edge horizontally at the upper center of the muzzle, with the narrow point facing downward. Sew securely around the triangle.

Cheek Markings and Mouth

Thread a yarn needle with chestnut brown yarn. On each side of the face, make a narrow marking beneath the eye patch. Each marking should follow the transition line between the brown upper head and the cream lower head.

• Make three horizontal surface stitches on the left side.
• Make three matching horizontal surface stitches on the right side.
• Each surface stitch should span approximately two crochet stitches.
• Keep the markings close to the outer upper edge of the muzzle.

Using dark brown embroidery thread, bring the needle down from the bottom point of the nose. Make one vertical stitch approximately one-half inch long.

Create the smiling mouth with two curved sections. The left curve should travel down and outward before returning to the center. Repeat symmetrically on the right side. Secure all thread ends inside the head.

Ears

Make two outer ears with chestnut brown yarn.

1. Rnd 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc around. 18 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Sc in each st around. 18 sts.

Fasten off with a long tail. Do not stuff. Fold each circle in half to form a rounded ear and sew the open edges together through both layers.

Pin the ears between head Rnds 4 and 8. Place them approximately 18 stitches apart across the crown. Angle both ears slightly outward rather than positioning them completely upright.

Sew the folded lower edge of each ear firmly to the head. The left ear will later be partially covered by the daisy hair decoration.

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Body

Use chestnut brown yarn. Begin at the lower center of the body and work upward toward the neck.

1. Rnd 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc around. 18 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Repeat 2 sc, inc around. 24 sts.
5. Rnd 5: Repeat 3 sc, inc around. 30 sts.
6. Rnd 6: Repeat 4 sc, inc around. 36 sts.
7. Rnds 7-13: Sc in each st around. 36 sts.
8. Rnd 14: Repeat 4 sc, dec around. 30 sts.
9. Rnds 15-18: Sc in each st around. 30 sts.
10. Rnd 19: Repeat 3 sc, dec around. 24 sts.
11. Rnds 20-21: Sc in each st around. 24 sts.
12. Rnd 22: Repeat 2 sc, dec around. 18 sts.
13. Rnd 23: Sc in each st around. 18 sts.

Stuff the body firmly at the lower center and more lightly around the upper chest. Keep the neck opening round. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for attaching the head.

Arms

Make two with chestnut brown yarn. The hands and arms are crocheted as one continuous piece.

1. Rnd 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnds 3-5: Sc in each st around. 12 sts.
4. Rnd 6: Repeat 4 sc, dec twice. 10 sts.
5. Rnds 7-16: Sc in each st around. 10 sts.

Stuff the hand firmly and the arm lightly. Leave the upper four rounds nearly unstuffed. Flatten the opening and work 5 sc through both layers to close it.

Fasten off with a long tail. Do not attach the arms until the dress has been placed on the body.

Legs and Feet

Make two with chestnut brown yarn. Begin at the rounded toe and continue upward to the leg.

1. Rnd 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc around. 18 sts.
4. Rnds 4-7: Sc in each st around. 18 sts.
5. Rnd 8: Repeat 1 sc, dec around. 12 sts.
6. Rnds 9-16: Sc in each st around. 12 sts.

Stuff the foot firmly enough to keep its rounded shape. Stuff the leg evenly but leave the final two rounds slightly softer for easier attachment.

Flatten the opening and work 6 sc through both layers. Fasten off with a long tail.

Tail

Use chestnut brown yarn. The tail is long, softly stuffed, and slightly curved. It will remain partly visible behind the left arm and dress.

1. Rnd 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc around. 18 sts.
4. Rnds 4-7: Sc in each st around. 18 sts.
5. Rnd 8: Repeat 4 sc, dec three times. 15 sts.
6. Rnds 9-17: Sc in each st around. 15 sts.
7. Rnd 18: Repeat 3 sc, dec three times. 12 sts.
8. Rnds 19-24: Sc in each st around. 12 sts.

Stuff lightly while working. Flatten the final opening and work 6 sc through both layers. Fasten off with a long tail.

To create the gentle curve, thread chestnut yarn through the underside of the tail from the base toward the tip. Pull very lightly, return the yarn to the base, and knot securely without sharply folding the tail.

Blue Dress Bodice

The dress is worked from the neckline downward. Use sky-blue yarn. Join each round with a slip stitch and chain one before beginning the next round. The beginning chain does not count as a stitch.

1. Foundation: Ch 24 without twisting. Join with a sl st to form a ring.
2. Rnd 1: Ch 1. Sc in each ch around. Join. 24 sts.
3. Rnd 2: Repeat 3 sc, inc around. Join. 30 sts.
4. Rnd 3: Sc in each st around. Join. 30 sts.
5. Rnd 4: Work 5 sc, ch 6, skip 6 sts, work 8 sc, ch 6, skip 6 sts, and work 5 sc. Join. 30 sts.
6. Rnd 5: Sc in every sc and in every ch around. Join. 30 sts.
7. Rnd 6: Repeat 4 sc, inc around. Join. 36 sts.

Before continuing, test the bodice on the body. The neckline should rest around the upper chest, while each armhole should align with one side of the body.

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Striped Dress Skirt

Continue directly from the bodice. The skirt is worked in joined half double crochet rounds. Change colors during the final yarn-over of the last stitch before joining each new stripe.

1. Rnd 7, blue: Work in BLO. Hdc in each st around. Join. 36 sts.
2. Rnd 8, blue: Repeat 5 hdc, 2 hdc in the next st around. Join. 42 sts.
3. Rnd 9, cream: Hdc in each st around. Join. 42 sts.
4. Rnd 10, cream: Repeat 6 hdc, 2 hdc in the next st around. Join. 48 sts.
5. Rnd 11, blue: Hdc in each st around. Join. 48 sts.
6. Rnd 12, blue: Repeat 7 hdc, 2 hdc in the next st around. Join. 54 sts.
7. Rnd 13, cream: Hdc in each st around. Join. 54 sts.
8. Rnd 14, cream: Hdc in each st around. Join. 54 sts.
9. Rnd 15, blue: Repeat 8 hdc, 2 hdc in the next st around. Join. 60 sts.
10. Rnd 16, blue: Hdc in each st around. Join. 60 sts.
11. Rnd 17, cream: Hdc in each st around. Join. 60 sts.
12. Rnd 18, cream: Hdc in each st around. Join. 60 sts.
13. Rnd 19, blue: Hdc in each st around. Join. 60 sts.
14. Rnd 20, blue: Hdc in each st around. Join. 60 sts.
15. Rnd 21, cream: Hdc in each st around. Join. 60 sts.
16. Rnd 22, cream: Hdc in each st around. Join. 60 sts.
17. Rnd 23, blue: Hdc in each st around. Join. 60 sts.
18. Rnd 24, blue: Hdc in each st around. Join. 60 sts.

Fasten off the blue yarn. Weave in all stripe ends on the wrong side of the dress.

Cream Lace Hem

Join cream yarn to any stitch of Rnd 24.

1. Lace Rnd 1: Repeat 1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, ch 3, and skip the next 2 sts around. Join. There will be 12 chain spaces.
2. Lace Rnd 2: Sl st to the first ch-3 space. In each ch-3 space work 1 sc, 1 hdc, ch 2, 1 hdc, and 1 sc. Sl st into the center sc between spaces.

Repeat the second-round sequence around all 12 spaces. Join with a slip stitch and fasten off. Gently open each lace point with your fingers.

Neckline and Armhole Edging

Join cream yarn at the center back of the neckline. Work one slip stitch in each of the 24 neckline stitches. Join and fasten off.

For each armhole, join cream yarn at the lower edge. Work 12 evenly spaced slip stitches around the complete opening. Join and fasten off. Repeat on the second armhole.

Small Daisies

Make six small daisies. These will decorate the chipmunk’s ear, bodice, skirt, and sandals.

With yellow yarn, work 6 sc into an MR. Join with a slip stitch and fasten off.

Join white yarn to any yellow stitch. Repeat the following sequence once in every yellow stitch: ch 3, work 2 dc in the same stitch, ch 3, and sl st in the same stitch.

There will be six rounded white petals. Fasten off with a long tail for sewing.

• Sew one small daisy beside the left ear.
• Sew one small daisy at the upper center of the bodice.
• Sew one small daisy near the lower left side of the bodice.
• Sew one small daisy near the lower front of the striped skirt.
• Reserve two small daisies for the sandals.

Large Daisies

Make two large daisies for the satchel and hat.

With yellow yarn, work 8 sc into an MR. Join and fasten off.

Join white yarn to any yellow stitch. In each of the eight stitches, work ch 3, 3 dc in the same stitch, ch 3, and sl st in the same stitch.

Fasten off with a long tail. Flatten and arrange the eight petals before sewing.

Yellow Daisy Satchel

Front and Back Panels

Make two identical panels with golden yellow yarn.

1. Foundation: Ch 17.
2. Row 1: Beginning in the second ch from the hook, sc across. 16 sts.
3. Rows 2-12: Ch 1 and turn. Sc in each st across. 16 sts.

Fasten off the first panel. On the second panel, leave the yarn attached for joining.

Place both panels together with matching edges. Work single crochet through both layers along one side, across the bottom, and up the second side. Leave the top open.

Satchel Flap

Use golden yellow yarn.

1. Foundation: Ch 17.
2. Rows 1-5: Beginning in the second ch from the hook, sc across. Ch 1 and turn after each row. 16 sts.
3. Row 6: Dec, 12 sc, dec. 14 sts.
4. Row 7: Sc across. 14 sts.
5. Row 8: Dec, 10 sc, dec. 12 sts.
6. Row 9: Sc across. 12 sts.

Fasten off with a long tail. Sew the 16-stitch foundation edge of the flap to the upper edge of the back panel. Fold the flap over the front.

Sew one large daisy to the center of the flap. Stitch only through the flap so the back panel remains smooth.

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Satchel Strap

With golden yellow yarn, ch 76. Beginning in the second chain from the hook, work one slip stitch in each chain. 75 sl sts.

Fasten off with long tails at both ends. Sew one end to each upper side of the satchel. Position the strap from the chipmunk’s left shoulder to the right hip.

Golden Straw Hat

Use golden yellow yarn. Work in continuous spiral rounds until instructed to join. The hat is made from the top of the crown downward to the brim.

1. Rnd 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc around. 18 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Repeat 2 sc, inc around. 24 sts.
5. Rnd 5: Repeat 3 sc, inc around. 30 sts.
6. Rnd 6: Repeat 4 sc, inc around. 36 sts.
7. Rnd 7: Repeat 5 sc, inc around. 42 sts.
8. Rnd 8: Repeat 6 sc, inc around. 48 sts.
9. Rnd 9: Repeat 7 sc, inc around. 54 sts.
10. Rnd 10: Repeat 8 sc, inc around. 60 sts.
11. Rnd 11: Work in BLO. Sc in each st around. 60 sts.
12. Rnds 12-19: Sc in each st around. 60 sts.
13. Rnd 20: Work in FLO. Repeat 9 sc, inc around. 66 sts.
14. Rnd 21: Repeat 10 sc, inc around. 72 sts.
15. Rnd 22: Repeat 11 sc, inc around. 78 sts.
16. Rnd 23: Repeat 12 sc, inc around. 84 sts.
17. Rnd 24: Repeat 13 sc, inc around. 90 sts.
18. Rnd 25: Repeat 14 sc, inc around. 96 sts.
19. Rnd 26: Sc in each st around. 96 sts.
20. Rnd 27: Sl st loosely in each st around. 96 sts.

Fasten off and weave in the yarn end. Smooth the brim on a flat surface and gently shape the crown with your hands.

Green Hat Band

With muted olive-green yarn, ch 61. Beginning in the second ch from the hook, work 60 sc. Fasten off with a long tail.

Wrap the strip around the lower crown directly above the brim. Sew the short ends together, then make several hidden stitches around the band to keep it from moving.

Sew the second large daisy to the hat band, slightly to one side rather than directly at the center front.

Yellow Sandals

Sandal Soles

Make two with golden yellow yarn.

1. Foundation: Ch 8.
2. Rnd 1: Beginning in the second ch from the hook, work 6 sc, 3 sc in the final ch, 5 sc along the opposite side, and 2 sc in the first ch. 16 sts.
3. Rnd 2: Inc, 5 sc, inc in each of the next 3 sts, 5 sc, and inc in each of the last 2 sts. 22 sts.
4. Rnd 3: Work in BLO. Sc in each st around. 22 sts.

Fasten off with a long tail. Place each sole under one chipmunk foot with the rounded end beneath the toes. Sew the edge of the sole to the underside and lower sides of the foot.

Toe Straps

Make two. Ch 12 with golden yellow yarn. Beginning in the second chain from the hook, work 11 sl sts. Fasten off with long tails.

Place each strap across the upper front of the foot. Sew one end to each side of the sole between sole stitches 5 and 6 and between sole stitches 17 and 18.

Ankle Straps

Make two. Ch 15 with golden yellow yarn. Beginning in the second chain from the hook, work 14 sl sts. Fasten off with long tails.

Wrap one strap around each ankle immediately above the foot. Sew the ends together at the outer side. Add a few hidden stitches to prevent the strap from sliding.

Sew one small daisy to the outer side of each ankle strap.

Miniature Acorns

Make two acorns. Each acorn consists of a pale tan nut, a chestnut-brown cap, and a short stem.

Tan Nut

Make two with pale tan yarn.

1. Rnd 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc around. 18 sts.
4. Rnds 4-6: Sc in each st around. 18 sts.
5. Rnd 7: Repeat 1 sc, dec around. 12 sts.

Stuff lightly and continue.

1. Rnd 8: Dec around. 6 sts.

Fasten off, close the opening, and weave in the end.

Brown Acorn Cap

Make two with chestnut brown yarn.

1. Rnd 1: Work 6 sc into an MR. 6 sts.
2. Rnd 2: Inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. Rnd 3: Repeat 1 sc, inc around. 18 sts.
4. Rnd 4: Work in BLO. Sc in each st around. 18 sts.
5. Rnd 5: Sl st in each st around. 18 sts.

Fasten off with a long tail. Place the cap over the narrow end of the tan nut and sew it around the edge.

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For the stem, join brown yarn at the top center of the cap. Ch 4 and sl st into the second, third, and fourth chains. Fasten off.

Green Acorn Leaf

Use muted olive-green yarn.

1. Foundation: Ch 10.
2. First side: Beginning in the second ch from the hook, work 1 sl st, 1 sc, 1 hdc, 3 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, and 3 sc in the final ch.
3. Second side: Continue along the opposite side with 1 sc, 1 hdc, 3 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc, and 1 sl st.

Fasten off with a long tail. Sew the two acorn stems near the lower end of the leaf. Keep the acorns side by side with one hanging slightly lower than the other.

Placing the Dress on the Body

Slide the dress over the body from the neck opening. Pull it downward until the neckline rests between body Rnds 20 and 22.

Align the armholes with the sides of the body. The beginning seam of the joined dress rounds should face the back.

Make six small hidden stitches around the neckline to secure the dress. Add two stitches beneath each armhole and four stitches around the waistline. Do not sew through the flared skirt.

Attaching the Legs

Pin the legs beneath the lower body between body Rnds 3 and 7. Leave approximately six body stitches between the inner edges of the legs.

Angle the feet slightly outward. Sew through the flattened upper edge of each leg and the body several times. Reinforce the front and back of each attachment without pulling the legs too close together.

Attaching the Tail

Position the tail on the left back side of the body between body Rnds 8 and 13. The tail should curve downward and remain visible beside the left side of the dress.

Sew the flattened base firmly to the body. Add one hidden anchoring stitch approximately halfway down the tail to keep it close to the body while preserving the rounded curve.

Attaching the Arms

Place the left arm between body Rnds 18 and 21. Angle it downward beside the skirt. The hand should rest near the upper side of the visible tail.

Place the right arm at the same height, but angle it outward and slightly downward. The right hand should extend away from the body as shown in the finished figure.

Sew each arm through the five-stitch flattened edge. Reinforce the seam at both corners so the arms do not rotate.

Attaching the Head

Center the 18-stitch opening of the head over the 18-stitch neck opening of the body. The face must align with the center front of the dress.

Pin the head in four places. Check the position from the front, side, and back. The large head should tilt only very slightly toward the chipmunk’s left side.

Sew one head stitch to one body stitch around the full opening. After completing the first round of sewing, repeat the seam once more for additional support.

Positioning the Satchel

Place the strap over the chipmunk’s left shoulder and across the front of the dress. Position the satchel at the right hip over the upper skirt.

Secure the strap at the shoulder with two small yellow stitches. Add two hidden stitches behind the satchel to keep it resting flat against the dress.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Check that the eyes are level, the nose is centered, and the two embroidered smile curves are symmetrical. Add one tiny dark brown stitch at each mouth corner if the curves need stronger definition.

Arrange the ear daisy so it partly overlaps the left ear. Confirm that the bodice flowers, skirt flower, satchel flower, sandal flowers, and hat flower face forward without folded petals.

Shape the cheeks with your fingers. Gently press the upper center of the muzzle beneath the nose while pushing the lower sides outward to create the chipmunk’s rounded smiling expression.

Place the hat beside the finished chipmunk for the photographed arrangement, or place it lightly over the ears. Do not permanently sew the hat to the head if you want it to remain removable.

Arrange the two acorns and green leaf beside the chipmunk. The acorns may remain separate decorative accessories or be lightly attached to the left hand with one removable yarn tie.

Care Notes

• Keep the finished chipmunk away from open flames and excessive heat.
• Avoid pulling the satchel strap, sandal straps, flowers, or hat band.
• Store the removable hat flat to prevent the brim from curling.
• Reshape the head, dress, and tail gently after handling.
• Check sewn components regularly if the item is used as a toy.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Both eyes are level and securely attached.
• The muzzle is centered and evenly stuffed.
• The nose and smile are symmetrical.
• The ears are positioned at matching angles.
• The head is securely sewn to the neck.
• The dress seam is centered at the back.
• All color-change yarn ends are woven in.
• The lace hem is open and evenly shaped.
• The arms, legs, and tail are reinforced.
• The satchel rests at the right hip.
• The sandal straps fit firmly around both feet.
• All daisies have evenly arranged petals.
• The hat brim lies flat.
• The acorn caps are securely sewn to the nuts.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

For light dust, use a clean, soft brush or a low-powered handheld vacuum covered with a thin cloth. Work gently around the embroidered face, flower petals, lace edging, and removable accessories.

For spot cleaning, dampen a white cloth with cool water and a very small amount of mild soap. Blot the affected area without rubbing. Remove the soap with a second damp cloth.

If full washing is necessary, place the chipmunk inside a mesh laundry bag and wash by hand in cool water. Do not use bleach, strong detergent, fabric softener, or hot water.

Press the item carefully between clean towels to remove excess water. Do not twist or wring the head, body, dress, or accessories.

Allow every piece to air-dry completely on a flat towel. Turn the chipmunk occasionally so moisture does not remain inside the stuffing. Reshape the head, feet, tail, skirt, and hat brim while damp.

Store the finished project in a clean, dry location away from direct sunlight. Long exposure to sunlight may fade the blue dress, yellow accessories, brown body, and green decorative details.