Crochet bat baby rattle pattern, Halloween crochet baby gift

This crochet bat pattern is a great Halloween baby gift. This is a perfect toy for little hands and safe for all ages. It makes a wonderful baby shower gift and a stylish addition to any nursery.

The pattern is written in English. My instructions are organized and are very clear to understand. There are also high quality photos and links to videos to help you along.

Difficulty: Easy

For this pattern you need to have basic crochet and amigurumi skills and to know how to read crochet patterns.
You need to know the following crochet terms:

• Mr – magic ring (UK=magic ring). mr, sc n = magic ring – crochet n single crochet stitches into the adjustable loop.
• Cs = chain stitch (UK=chain)
• sl st = slip stitch (UK=slip stitch)
• sc = single crochet stitch (UK=double crochet)
• inc = increase in single crochet (UK=increase in double crochet)
• dec = decrease in single crochet (UK=decrease in double crochet)
• (sc 4, inc) x n = repeat the pattern between parentheses n times

Size of finished toy: About 12 cm (4.72 inches) height.
You can use the same pattern to make larger or smaller toys by using finer or bulkier yarn. Pick a crochet hook at least a size smaller than suggested on yarn label and crochet tightly enough to achieve a tight gauge that will not allow the stuffing to show through the fabric.

• 1.75 mm crochet hook
• Yarn: YarnArt Jeans
• Scissors; Stitch marker /scrap piece of yarn
• Soft stuffing
• Yarn needle