Crochet Tutorial: Farm Fresh Duck Market Stand – Free Crochet Pattern.

Create a cheerful crochet farm market scene with a green display mat, wooden-style market stand, layered straw-look roof, leafy garlands, hanging fruit, baskets of vegetables, a white duck seller in a straw hat, a yellow duckling customer, and a small hedgehog friend. This amigurumi display is designed as a detailed tabletop crochet project with separate pieces sewn together for a cozy farm-fresh look.

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Finished Size

• Base mat: about 14 in wide by 12 in deep.
• Market stand: about 9 in wide, 8 in tall, and 5 in deep.
• Large duck: about 4.5 in tall without hat.
• Duckling: about 2.5 in tall.
• Hedgehog: about 2.25 in tall.
• Vegetable baskets: about 1.25 to 2 in wide each.

Skill Level

Intermediate. The stitches are simple, but the project uses many small parts, shaping, sewing, surface details, and careful placement. A confident beginner can make it slowly by completing one section at a time.

Materials

• Sport or DK weight cotton yarn in grass green, light green, dark green, tan, medium brown, dark brown, white, yellow, orange, red, purple, cream, beige, and small amounts of blue.
• 2.25 mm crochet hook for amigurumi parts.
• 2.75 mm crochet hook for the base mat and roof panels.
• 6 mm black safety eyes for large duck.
• 5 mm black safety eyes for duckling and hedgehog.
• Black embroidery thread for tiny face details.
• Fiberfill stuffing.
• Yarn needle.
• Stitch markers.
• Cardboard or plastic canvas for stand floor, back wall, side walls, counter, and roof support.
• Wooden skewers or firm floral wire for hidden post support, optional but helpful.
• Fabric glue, optional for securing roof fringe and sign only.

Abbreviations Used

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

Gauge Notes

Gauge is not strict for this decorative project, but tight stitches are important. With the 2.25 mm hook, 6 sc by 6 rounds should measure about 1 inch. If your stitches are loose, use a smaller hook so stuffing does not show.

The stand pieces should feel firm. Crochet the walls and roof tightly, then place cardboard or plastic canvas inside before sewing. This gives the market stand the upright shape shown in the image.

General Construction Notes

• Work amigurumi pieces in continuous rounds unless instructed to join.
• Stuff the ducks, hedgehog body, baskets, and larger vegetables lightly but firmly.
• The market stand is built from flat crochet panels sewn around hidden supports.
• The roof has a crocheted tan base, then rows of long yarn fringe are attached to imitate straw.
• All produce is made separately and sewn or tucked into baskets.
• Use the photo as a placement guide: large baskets in front, duck behind the counter, duckling and hedgehog on the right.

Green Grass Base Mat

The mat is a rectangular textured base with a rounded border. It supports the market stand and all small accessories. Use grass green yarn and the 2.75 mm hook.

Main Rectangle

1. Ch 61.
2. R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn. 60 sc.
3. R2: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. 60 sc.
4. R3: Ch 1, sc in first st, bobble texture in next st by working 4 unfinished dc and closing together, sc in next st. Repeat across, ending with sc. Turn.
5. R4: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn. 60 sc.
6. R5 to R54: Repeat R3 and R4, alternating textured rows with plain rows.
7. R55: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Do not turn.

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Rounded Border

1. Round 1: Work 2 sc in first corner, sc evenly along side edge, 3 sc in corner, sc across foundation edge, 3 sc in corner, sc evenly along second side edge, 1 sc in first corner space, sl st to first sc.
2. Round 2: Ch 1, sc in each st around, placing 3 sc in each corner center stitch. Sl st to first sc.
3. Round 3: Ch 1, crab stitch or reverse sc around for a raised edge. FO and weave in ends.

Market Stand Floor Platform

The stand sits on a brown rectangular platform under the counter. Use medium brown yarn and the 2.75 mm hook. Insert plastic canvas to keep the floor flat.

1. Ch 33.
2. R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Turn. 32 sc.
3. R2 to R18: Ch 1, sc across. Turn. 32 sc.
4. Border Round: Ch 1, sc evenly around with 3 sc in each corner. Sl st to join.
5. Make a second matching rectangle.
6. Place plastic canvas between both rectangles. Sc through both layers around the edge, placing 3 sc at each corner. FO.

Back Wall Panel

This panel forms the dark wooden back of the stall. Use dark brown yarn and the 2.75 mm hook.

1. Ch 33.
2. R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Turn. 32 sc.
3. R2 to R28: Ch 1, sc across. Turn. 32 sc.
4. Surface texture: With medium brown yarn, sl st vertically along every fourth stitch column from bottom to top to create wood-plank lines.
5. Make a second panel if you want extra firmness, or sew this panel around plastic canvas.

Side Wall Panels

The side walls are narrow brown panels visible below the roof. Make two.

1. Ch 19.
2. R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Turn. 18 sc.
3. R2 to R22: Ch 1, sc across. Turn. 18 sc.
4. Add vertical sl st lines with medium brown yarn every 4 stitches.
5. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Front Counter

The counter is light green on top and brown on the front, matching the picture where the duck stands behind a green ledge.

Counter Top

1. With light green yarn, ch 35.
2. R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Turn. 34 sc.
3. R2 to R7: Ch 1, sc across. Turn.
4. Border: Sc evenly around, working 3 sc into each corner. FO.

Counter Front

1. With medium brown yarn, ch 35.
2. R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Turn. 34 sc.
3. R2 to R9: Ch 1, sc across. Turn.
4. R10: Ch 1, BLO sc across to create the lower ledge line. FO.

Sew the front panel to the long front edge of the counter top at a 90-degree angle. Place a strip of plastic canvas inside if needed. Sew the full counter across the front of the stall platform.

Four Wooden Posts

The posts hold the roof and should be firm. Use medium brown yarn and a 2.25 mm hook. Make four posts.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3: BLO sc around. 12 sc.
4. R4 to R31: Sc around. 12 sc.
5. Insert a wooden skewer or firm wire wrapped in tape. Add a little stuffing around it.
6. R32: Dec around. 6 sc.
7. FO and close the hole.

Sew two posts to the front corners of the platform and two posts to the back corners. Keep them straight and vertical. Sew through the base several times for stability.

Thatched Roof Base

The roof is the most visible part of the stand. Make one main slanted roof panel in tan, then add rows of fringe in tan, brown, olive, and green to create the straw texture.

Main Roof Rectangle

1. With tan yarn and 2.75 mm hook, ch 49.
2. R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Turn. 48 sc.
3. R2 to R30: Ch 1, sc across. Turn. 48 sc.
4. Border: Sc around all four sides with 3 sc in each corner. FO.
5. Make a second matching panel if you want a double-thick roof. Place plastic canvas between both panels and sc around to join.

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Roof Ridge Roll

1. With tan yarn, ch 49.
2. R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Turn. 48 sc.
3. R2 to R5: Ch 1, sc across. Turn.
4. Roll the strip lengthwise into a soft tube and sew closed.
5. Sew the tube across the top roof ridge.

Straw Fringe

• Cut about 180 strands of yarn, each 6 in long, in tan, light brown, olive green, and muted yellow-green.
• Attach the first row of fringe across the lower front roof edge, placing 2 strands into every other stitch.
• Attach the second row 5 rows above the first row.
• Attach the third row 5 rows above the second row.
• Trim the fringe unevenly so it looks like natural straw.
• Add a shorter row of fringe on both side edges of the roof.

Green Leaf Trim Along Roof

Make 14 leaves for the roof front, using mixed light green and dark green yarn.

1. Ch 7.
2. Work in 2nd ch from hook: sl st, sc, hdc, dc, hdc, 3 sc in last ch.
3. Continue on opposite side of chain: hdc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st.
4. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Sew the leaves in a row under the roof ridge at the front, overlapping each leaf slightly. Angle some leaves left and some right for the uneven vine look.

Assembling the Stand Structure

1. Place the floor platform on the grass mat, about 2 inches from the back edge.
2. Sew the back wall to the back edge of the platform.
3. Sew the side wall panels to the left and right edges of the platform.
4. Sew the four posts to the platform corners, matching the roof width.
5. Place the roof over the posts, slanting down slightly toward the front.
6. Sew the roof to the top of each post and to the back wall edge.
7. Sew the counter across the front, leaving space for the duck to stand behind it.

Large White Duck Seller

The duck seller has a rounded white body, small wings, orange beak, black eyes, and a flat straw hat. Use the 2.25 mm hook.

Duck Body

1. With white yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc. Repeat around. 18 sc.
4. R4: Sc 2, inc. Repeat around. 24 sc.
5. R5: Sc 3, inc. Repeat around. 30 sc.
6. R6: Sc 4, inc. Repeat around. 36 sc.
7. R7 to R13: Sc around. 36 sc.
8. R14: Sc 4, dec. Repeat around. 30 sc.
9. R15: Sc 3, dec. Repeat around. 24 sc.
10. R16: Sc 2, dec. Repeat around. 18 sc.
11. Stuff firmly.
12. R17: Sc 1, dec. Repeat around. 12 sc.
13. R18: Dec around. 6 sc. FO and close.

Duck Head

1. With white yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc. Repeat around. 18 sc.
4. R4: Sc 2, inc. Repeat around. 24 sc.
5. R5 to R10: Sc around. 24 sc.
6. Insert eyes between R6 and R7, 6 stitches apart.
7. R11: Sc 2, dec. Repeat around. 18 sc.
8. R12: Sc 1, dec. Repeat around. 12 sc.
9. Stuff the head.
10. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing to the body.

Duck Beak

1. With orange yarn, R1: MR, 5 sc. 5 sc.
2. R2: Sc around. 5 sc.
3. R3: Inc, sc 3, inc. 7 sc.
4. R4: Sc around. 7 sc.
5. Flatten slightly. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Sew the beak centered below the eyes. Shape it into a small cone pointing outward.

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Duck Wings

Make two wings with white yarn.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sc.
2. R2: Sc 1, inc. Repeat around. 9 sc.
3. R3: Sc 2, inc. Repeat around. 12 sc.
4. R4 to R7: Sc around. 12 sc.
5. R8: Sc 2, dec. Repeat around. 9 sc.
6. Flatten and sc 4 across the top edge.
7. FO, leaving a tail.

Sew one wing to each side of the body at a slight downward angle. The lower tips should rest near the counter height.

Duck Feet

Make two with orange yarn.

1. Ch 5.
2. R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 2, 3 sc in last ch. Work on opposite side: sc 2, inc. 10 sc.
3. R2: Inc, sc 2, inc 3 times, sc 2, inc 2 times. 16 sc.
4. R3: Sc around. 16 sc.
5. Flatten and sl st closed. FO.

Sew the feet under the body so only the front orange tips show when the duck is behind the counter.

Straw Hat for Duck

1. With tan yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc. Repeat around. 18 sc.
4. R4: BLO sc around. 18 sc.
5. R5 to R6: Sc around. 18 sc.
6. R7: FLO sc 1, inc. Repeat around. 27 sc.
7. R8: Sc 2, inc. Repeat around. 36 sc.
8. R9: Sc around. 36 sc.
9. FO and weave in ends.

Add a small dark brown sl st band around R6 of the hat. Sew the hat to the top of the duck head at a slight angle.

Yellow Duckling Customer

The duckling is placed in front of the stand on the right. It has a round yellow body, small head, orange beak, and orange feet.

Duckling Body

1. With yellow yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc. Repeat around. 18 sc.
4. R4: Sc 2, inc. Repeat around. 24 sc.
5. R5 to R10: Sc around. 24 sc.
6. R11: Sc 2, dec. Repeat around. 18 sc.
7. Stuff.
8. R12: Sc 1, dec. Repeat around. 12 sc.
9. R13: Dec around. 6 sc. FO and close.

Duckling Head

1. With yellow yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc. Repeat around. 18 sc.
4. R4 to R8: Sc around. 18 sc.
5. Insert 5 mm eyes between R5 and R6, 5 stitches apart.
6. R9: Sc 1, dec. Repeat around. 12 sc.
7. Stuff and FO, leaving a tail.

Duckling Beak and Feet

• Beak: With orange yarn, ch 4, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc, sc. FO and sew below eyes.
• Feet: Make two. Ch 4, sc in 2nd ch, sc, 3 sc in last ch, work opposite side sc, inc. Sl st to join and FO.

Sew the head to the body. Sew the feet under the body, pointing forward. Place the duckling facing the vegetable baskets.

Small Hedgehog Friend

The hedgehog sits beside the duckling. Its face is tan and the back is dark brown with looped yarn spines.

Hedgehog Body

1. With tan yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc. Repeat around. 18 sc.
4. R4: Sc 2, inc. Repeat around. 24 sc.
5. R5 to R7: Sc around. 24 sc.
6. Change to dark brown yarn.
7. R8 to R12: Sc around. 24 sc.
8. R13: Sc 2, dec. Repeat around. 18 sc.
9. R14: Sc 1, dec. Repeat around. 12 sc.
10. Stuff.
11. R15: Dec around. 6 sc. FO and close.

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Hedgehog Spines

Cut 40 strands of dark brown yarn, each 3 in long. Attach them to the back half of the body with lark’s head knots. Trim unevenly to form a fluffy rounded spine shape.

Hedgehog Face

• Insert eyes on the tan face between R5 and R6, 5 stitches apart.
• Embroider a small dark brown nose at the front center.
• Make two tiny ears: MR, 5 sc, sl st to join. Sew one on each side of the face.

Market Baskets

Make several baskets in tan and brown. Use different sizes so the scene looks full and natural. The front baskets hold carrots, corn, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and small fruit.

Small Round Basket

1. With tan yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc. Repeat around. 18 sc.
4. R4: BLO sc around. 18 sc.
5. R5 to R8: Sc around. 18 sc.
6. R9: Sl st around for a firm rim. FO.
7. Handle: Ch 18, sl st to opposite side of rim. FO and secure.

Medium Round Basket

1. With light brown yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc. Repeat around. 18 sc.
4. R4: Sc 2, inc. Repeat around. 24 sc.
5. R5: BLO sc around. 24 sc.
6. R6 to R10: Sc around. 24 sc.
7. R11: Sl st around. FO.
8. Handle: Ch 22 and sew both ends to the rim.

Crate Basket

1. With medium brown yarn, ch 15.
2. R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Turn. 14 sc.
3. R2 to R7: Ch 1, sc across. Turn.
4. Border around the rectangle with 3 sc in each corner.
5. Side wall: BLO sc around for one round.
6. Continue sc around for 5 more rounds.
7. FO and fold corners square. Sew a few stitches at each corner to shape the crate.

Carrots

Make 8 to 10 carrots in orange with green leafy tops. These are shown in the front baskets.

1. With orange yarn, R1: MR, 5 sc. 5 sc.
2. R2: Sc around. 5 sc.
3. R3: Inc, sc 4. 6 sc.
4. R4: Sc around. 6 sc.
5. R5: Sc 2, inc, sc 3. 7 sc.
6. R6: Sc around. 7 sc.
7. R7: Sc 3, inc, sc 3. 8 sc.
8. R8 to R9: Sc around. 8 sc.
9. Stuff very lightly.
10. R10: Dec around until closed. FO.

Carrot Leaves

• Join green yarn to the top of the carrot.
• Ch 5, sl st into same top stitch.
• Ch 6, sl st into same top stitch.
• Ch 4, sl st into same top stitch.
• FO and weave in ends.

Corn Cobs

Make 5 yellow corn cobs. Place them upright in a medium basket near the front center.

1. With yellow yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sc.
2. R2: Sc 1, inc. Repeat around. 9 sc.
3. R3 to R11: Sc around. 9 sc.
4. R12: Sc 1, dec. Repeat around. 6 sc.
5. FO and close.

Corn Husks

With green yarn, ch 8. Sl st in 2nd ch, sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st. Make two husks per corn and sew to the lower sides.

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Tomatoes

Make 8 red tomatoes for the front basket and hanging side baskets.

1. With red yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc. Repeat around. 18 sc.
4. R4 to R6: Sc around. 18 sc.
5. R7: Sc 1, dec. Repeat around. 12 sc.
6. Stuff lightly.
7. R8: Dec around. 6 sc. FO and close.

Tomato Leaf Star

With dark green yarn, ch 4, sl st in 2nd ch and next 2 ch, sl st into tomato top. Repeat 5 times around the same top point. FO.

Cucumbers

Make 6 dark green cucumbers for the crate on the left.

1. With dark green yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sc.
2. R2 to R9: Sc around. 6 sc.
3. R10: Dec around until closed. FO.

Add tiny light green straight stitches along each cucumber for texture.

Pumpkins and Oranges

The front left basket has round orange produce. Make 5 small pumpkins or oranges.

1. With orange yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc. 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3: Sc 1, inc. Repeat around. 18 sc.
4. R4 to R6: Sc around. 18 sc.
5. R7: Sc 1, dec. Repeat around. 12 sc.
6. Stuff.
7. R8: Dec around. 6 sc. FO and close.
8. Using a long orange yarn tail, wrap from top to bottom 5 times to create pumpkin grooves.
9. Add a green stem by ch 4, sl st back down the chain, and sew to the top.

Bell Peppers

Make 4 small peppers in red, yellow, purple, and green for the hanging garland and baskets.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3 to R5: Sc around. 12 sc.
4. R6: Sc 2, dec. Repeat around. 9 sc.
5. R7: Sc around. 9 sc.
6. Stuff lightly.
7. R8: Dec around. FO and close.
8. Add a green stem at the top with ch 3, sl st back down.

Small Flowers

Make 6 white flowers and 6 yellow flowers for the garlands and flower pot.

1. With flower color, R1: MR, ch 2, 2 hdc, ch 2, sl st into ring. Repeat 5 times for 5 petals.
2. Pull ring tight.
3. With yellow yarn, make one small stitch in the center if the flower is white.
4. FO, leaving a tail for sewing.

Leafy Garland Across the Stand

The front of the stall has a green vine with leaves, flowers, and small hanging fruits. Use dark green yarn.

1. Ch 70.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in first 4 ch.
3. Leaf: Ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch, sc, hdc, sc, sl st back into main chain.
4. Sl st in next 5 chains.
5. Repeat leaf step until the garland reaches the end.
6. FO, leaving long tails for sewing.

Sew the garland across the front roof edge, dipping slightly in the center. Attach tiny tomatoes, peppers, and white flowers along it.

Side Hanging Fruit Strings

Make two short hanging strings for the side posts. These appear like small produce decorations on the stall corners.

1. With dark green yarn, ch 24.
2. Sl st back along the chain.
3. Sew one tiny tomato to the bottom.
4. Sew two leaves above the tomato.
5. Attach one string to the left front post and one to the right front post.

Farm Fresh Crochet Sign

The sign hangs from the front left side. Crochet a cream rectangle and embroider the words in dark brown.

1. With cream yarn, ch 17.
2. R1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Turn. 16 sc.
3. R2 to R9: Ch 1, sc across. Turn.
4. Border: Sc evenly around with 3 sc in each corner. FO.
5. With dark brown thread, embroider three centered lines: FARM, FRESH, CROCHET.
6. Hanger: Attach tan yarn to one top corner, ch 18, attach to other top corner.

Hang the sign from the left front area of the stand so it rests near the baskets, just like a small handmade market board.

Small Flower Pot

Make one small brown pot with yellow flowers for the front area.

1. With brown yarn, R1: MR, 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3: BLO sc around. 12 sc.
4. R4 to R6: Sc around. 12 sc.
5. R7: FLO sc around to make rim. FO.
6. Stuff lightly.
7. Sew 3 yellow flowers into the top.
8. Add 3 tiny green leaves between the flowers.

Placement of Produce

• Place carrots in a tan basket at the front center-left.
• Place corn upright in a round basket near the front center.
• Place red tomatoes in a small basket near the front right.
• Place cucumbers in a crate on the left side of the stand.
• Place pumpkins or oranges in the large left-front basket.
• Place small peppers and fruit in side baskets and along the garland.
• Place one tiny basket with red tomatoes on the counter near the duck.

Counter Basket with Tomatoes

Make one tiny basket for the counter. Use tan yarn.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3: BLO sc around. 12 sc.
4. R4 to R6: Sc around. 12 sc.
5. R7: Sl st around. FO.
6. Handle: Ch 12 and sew to opposite sides.
7. Fill with 2 tiny tomatoes made with MR, 6 sc, inc around, sc around, dec around.

Mini Blue and Yellow Produce

The image includes tiny colorful produce near the sign and counter. Make a few small round fruits in blue, yellow, purple, and green.

1. R1: MR, 6 sc.
2. R2: Inc around. 12 sc.
3. R3: Sc around. 12 sc.
4. R4: Dec around. 6 sc.
5. Stuff lightly and close.
6. Add a tiny green stem if desired.

Roof Side Leaf Clusters

Add extra leaves along the left and right sides of the roof so the sides match the full, leafy look in the picture.

• Make 8 small leaves using the roof leaf pattern.
• Sew 4 leaves on the left roof side, overlapping the side fringe.
• Sew 4 leaves on the right roof side.
• Keep the leaves slightly uneven so they look handmade and natural.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

1. Sew the market stand firmly to the green base mat.
2. Sew the duck seller behind the counter, centered under the roof.
3. Sew or glue the sign to the left front area.
4. Sew the duckling on the right front side, facing the counter.
5. Sew the hedgehog beside the duckling.
6. Arrange all baskets before sewing. Once balanced, stitch each basket to the mat with matching yarn.
7. Embroider tiny black smile stitches on the ducks if desired.
8. Add blush with pink yarn or soft textile-safe blush on the large duck cheeks.
9. Check that roof fringe hangs forward in layered rows and trim any overly long strands.

Care Notes

• Spot clean only with a damp cloth.
• Do not machine wash because the stand contains firm inner supports.
• Keep the roof fringe dry and gently comb it with fingers after cleaning.
• Store away from direct sunlight to protect the bright vegetable colors.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Stand: Four posts are straight, roof is secure, counter is level.
• Roof: Three rows of fringe are attached and trimmed naturally.
• Characters: Duck, duckling, and hedgehog are sewn firmly to the mat.
• Produce: Carrots, corn, tomatoes, cucumbers, pumpkins, peppers, and tiny fruits are visible.
• Details: Sign reads FARM FRESH CROCHET, garland is attached, flowers are placed.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Use a soft brush to remove dust from the roof, baskets, and small vegetables. For stains, dab gently with cool water and mild soap. Do not rub the fringe, because it may loosen or become fuzzy.

Let the whole piece air dry flat. Avoid heat, dryers, soaking, or harsh cleaners. If storing long term, place tissue around the duck, posts, and roof to protect the shape. Keep the display in a breathable box so the yarn stays fresh.